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Parvo Podcast! Erythema Infectiosum, Fifth Disease, and more!

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In this episode, we tackle the clinical mischief of Parvovirus B19 , a common viral infection with a surprisingly wide range of manifestationsfrom the classic slapped cheek rash of erythema infectiosum to aplastic crises in children with hemolytic anemias and fetal hydrops in pregnant contacts. UpToDate , Jun. link] Edwards, Morven S.

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Frailty Triples Odds of More Severe RSV Illness

Physician's Weekly

Data came from the three influenza seasons from 2012 to 2015. In addition, frailty was significantly associated with severe RSV outcomes , including more extended hospital stays and higher rates of ICU admission. Characteristics of Study Population The analysis included 365 patients aged 50 to older than 85.

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Under Pressure: Hypertensive Emergencies in the Pediatric Emergency Department

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Clinical Case You are a senior resident working in the busy emergency department on an overnight shift. Hypertensive emergency is a clinical diagnosis characterized by a sudden and severe elevation in blood pressure accompanied by signs of acute end-organ dysfunction. 2012 Sep 5;4:85-92. Quick References 2024; 10.1542/aap.ppcqr.396258.