Pain management, fluid therapy and thromboprophylaxis after pancreatoduodenectomy: a worldwide survey among surgeons.

Background: The aim of this survey was to assess practices regarding pain management, fluid therapy and thromboprophylaxis in patients undergoing pancreatoduodenectomy on a global basis.

Methods: This survey study among surgeons from eight (inter)national scientific societies was performed according to the CHERRIES guideline.

Results: Overall, 236 surgeons completed the survey.

Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2010: Case Report.

Introduction: Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is a severe infectious disease that is not endemic in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Case Presentation: We report two cases of confirmed CCHF diagnosed in Dubai, UAE, during Hajj season 2010. Both patients presented with an acute history of high-grade fever, skin rash, and hematemesis.

Point of care ultrasonography use and training among trauma providers across Canada.

Point of care ultrasonography (POCUS) is revolutionizing care of critically ill patients. However, training in POCUS is extremely variable, with no accepted curriculum or certification process. We aimed to delineate the training experience and use of POCUS among trauma providers across Canada via a secure e-questionnaire sent to members of the Trauma Association of Canada.

Factors affecting mortality of hospitalized chest trauma patients in United Arab Emirates.

Background: Predictors of mortality of chest trauma vary globally. We aimed to define factors affecting mortality of hospitalized chest trauma patients in Al-Ain City, United Arab Emirates.

Methods: The data of Al-Ain Hospital Trauma Registry were prospectively collected over a period of three years.