Accurate diagnosis of acute appendicitis in the emergency department: an artificial intelligence-based approach.

The diagnosis of abdominal pain in emergency departments is challenging, and appendicitis is a common concern. Atypical symptoms often delay diagnosis. Although the Alvarado score aids in decision-making, its low specificity can lead to unnecessary surgeries.

Exploring stress management strategies among emergency medical service providers in Iran: a qualitative content analysis.

Background: Emergency medical service providers are frequently exposed to a variety of stressors as a result of their work environment. These stressors can have detrimental effects on both the physical and mental well-being of individuals. This study was conducted with the aim of exploring stress management strategies in emergency medical service providers.

Assessment of Magnesium Sulfate Infusion in Combination with Ketorolac for the Pain Management in Intertrochanteric Fractures; A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Objectives: Intertrochanteric fracture is a common fracture that mainly occurs in the elderly. Diverse pain management strategies have been applied; however, considering the age of the patients, analgesia-related complications should be concisely considered. The current study aims to evaluate the efficacy and adverse effects of Ketorolac plus placebo versus Ketorolac plus magnesium sulfate for pain management in intertrochanteric fractures.

A Theoretical Death Map of Patients with COVID-19: A Single Center Experience.

Background: Given the increase in mortality from COVID-19 disease, understanding the causal chain leading to death in patients with this disease will be of particular importance. This study aimed to draw the death map of patients with COVID-19 in BESAT hospital (West of Iran), based on investigating the underlying, intermediate, and terminal causes of death in this group of patients.

Materials And Methods: To draw the death map of patients with COVID-19 in this cross-sectional study, the death certificate and medical records of 183 COVID-19 patients who died at BESAT Hospital in Hamadan (West of Iran) in 2020 were reviewed.

Therapeutic effects of mesenchymal stem cells-conditioned medium derived from suspension cultivation or silymarin on liver failure mice.

Background: Common treatments of liver disease failed to meet all the needs in this important medical field. It results in an urgent need for proper some new adjuvant therapies. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and their derivatives are promising tools in this regard.

Healthcare providers' experiences in hospital resuscitation of patients with COVID-19: a qualitative study.

Background: The COVID-19 epidemic has globally challenged medical practices, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Numerous challenges affect healthcare providers (HCPs) who are members of the resuscitation team and the resuscitation process in COVID-19 patients. As a result, HCPs may experience different dilemmas about CPR.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Outcomes of Patients with COVID-19; a One-Year Survey.

Introduction: Assessing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) outcomes of patients with COVID-19 and employing effective strategies for their improvement are essential. This study is designed in this regard.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted between January 20, 2020 and January 20, 2021 in the emergency departments of two hospitals in Hamadan and Kermanshah, Iran.

Comparison of efficacy nebulized fentanyl with intravenous ketorolac for renal colic in patients over 12 years old.

Objectives: Acute renal colic is one of the common causes of referral to the hospitals. The aim of this study is to compare the efficacy of nebulized fentanyl with that of intravenous ketorolac in renal colic patients.

Materials & Methods: This double-blinded clinical study included 186 patients with acute renal colic who were referred to the emergency department of Besat Hospital, Iran.

Predictors of Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest Outcomes in Pre-Hospital Settings; a Retrospective Cross-sectional Study.

Introduction: Different potential factors can affect the outcomes of Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest (OHCA). The present study aimed to identify important factors contributing to the Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC) and Survival to Hospital Discharge (SHD) in these patients.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on all the OHCA patients who underwent Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in emergency medical service (EMS) of Hamedan province during 2016-2017.

Local Anesthetic Effect of Amitriptyline versus Lidocaine in Isolated Lesion of the Limb Requiring Primary Suturing; Assessing a Novel Therapeutic Agent.

Objective: To compare the anesthetic effects of topical amitriptyline 2% with lidocaine 2% in isolated limb wound repair with suturing.

Methods: In a randomized clinical trial, 90 patients with a complaint of isolated ulcer and require a preliminary repair by suturing were selected from patients referred to emergency department of Beast Hospital in Hamadan. First, the scars were washed and anesthetized with lidocaine 2%.

Evaluation of Airway Management Proficiency in Pre-Hospital Emergency Setting; a Simulation Study.

Introduction: Infrequency and low exposure to critically ill patients requiring airway management will lead to reduction in the skills and performance of the Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) over time. The present study was conducted primarily aiming to evaluate airway management in stationary ambulance simulations and identify the factors affecting Endotracheal Intubation (ETI) success rate.

Method: This is a simulation study.

Rapid Shallow Breathing Index Survey, a Predictor of non-Invasive Ventilation Necessity in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Exacerbation: An Analytical Descriptive Prospective Study.

Background: Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are susceptible to respiratory failure which would ultimately lead to their hospitalization. Need to Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) is considered as the choice respiratory support in acute respiratory failure and is associated with a beneficial role in patients with COPD exacerbation. Hence, determining patients that would benefit NIV could be of great assistance.