Publications by authors named "Samantha Shugar"
Introduction: The opioid crisis is a major public health issue, and postoperative opioids play a unique role. Many institutions have implemented standardized protocols to decrease excess opioids available. The objective of this study was to establish a standardized pain protocol for common surgical procedures and assess postoperative pain control.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Brachial artery trauma is a rare but potentially devastating injury. There is little data regarding risk factors for reintervention and amputation prevention in this population, as well as anticoagulant (AC) and antiplatelet (AP) regimens and outcomes after discharge in trauma patients with vascular injuries requiring repair. This study aims to identify in-hospital risk factors for reintervention and amputation and stratify outcomes of follow-up by discharge AC or AP regimen.
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- About 75% of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are classified as mild (mTBI), but there’s no consensus on its definition, leading to inconsistent treatment guidelines from various organizations.
- A study conducted from 2015 to 2018 at a Level I trauma center analyzed different mTBI definitions by evaluating their effectiveness in correctly identifying mTBI patients and associated costs.
- The University of Arizona's Brain Injury Guidelines (BIG) outperformed other definitions by identifying more patients accurately while minimizing misclassifications, which could save the trauma facility nearly $400,000 annually.
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- The study examines how a mobile app can enhance surgical residents' access to cases for improving their operative experiences and coverage in a residency program.
- The survey results showed that residents' awareness of available cases significantly increased post-app implementation, with many expressing a desire to continue using the app long-term.
- The app led to a notable rise in total case coverage and various types of surgical procedures performed, highlighting the effectiveness of technology in medical education.