Also known as: Stroke
35-year-old woman presents with sudden onset aphasia and right-sided hemiparesis. Diagnosed with embolic stroke to the proximal middle cerebral artery (MCA) secondary to atrial flutter. Successfully treated with MERCI clot retrieval procedure, resulting in complete neurological recovery.
Also known as: SVT
Patient develops atrial flutter with 2-to-1 block and heart rate of 240, which is the underlying cause of her embolic stroke. Blood pooled in the atrium formed a clot that traveled to the brain. Successfully converted to sinus rhythm with diltiazem.
Also known as: Mild traumatic brain injury
6-year-old boy falls off kitchen counter while trying to get food, sustaining a bump to the head and wrist pain. Diagnosed with mild concussion requiring 24-hour observation.
Also known as: Strained wrist
Same 6-year-old patient presents with wrist pain after fall. X-rays negative for fracture, diagnosed with wrist sprain requiring splinting and follow-up.
Also known as: Drug mule overdose
Patient with abdominal stab wound found to have ruptured condom full of cocaine in jejunum during surgery, causing cocaine release into peritoneum. Case becomes subject of potential medical publication.
Also known as: Acid burn
Young man exposed to tear gas during downtown riot, presenting with eye and facial irritation. Evaluated for ocular injury and managed supportively.
Also known as: Knife wound
Patient from riot with crush injury, second-degree burns, and multiple minor lacerations requiring wound care, antibiotics, and plastic surgery consultation.