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Screw-home mechanism

Epomedicine, Sep 5, 2020Sep 13, 2020

Synonym: Knee-locking mechanism Definition: During the final degrees of knee extension (last 20-30 degrees), an obligatory lateral rotation of the tibia occurs, i.e. non-voluntary coupled movement of knee extension and external rotation. Mechanism: External rotation of tibia with reference to the femur or Internal rotation of femur with reference to…

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Foot muscles – Layers and Compartments

Epomedicine, Sep 3, 2020Sep 3, 2020

Deep to the plantar fascia, muscles of plantar foot exist in 4 different layers. Extensor digitorum brevis makes dorsal layer of foot and remaining 18 muscles and 4 tendons make the 4 layers of plantar aspect or sole of foot. In general: Layer 1 and 3: 3 muscles each that…

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APGAR score in practice and its implications

Dr. Pedchrome, Sep 2, 2020Sep 2, 2020

A baby is born. Pediatrician receives the delivery, fetal bradycardia with maternal hypertension is the scenario. Baby is efficiently resuscitated. By the time everything is settled its around 7-8 minutes of babies life. In such a rush scenario, APGAR now has to be awarded retrospectively. A skilled pediatrician or neonatologist…

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Criteria Mnemonics

Epomedicine, Sep 1, 2020Feb 21, 2023

The 2 commonly used criteria for diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis will be discussed here. 1987 ACR Criteria Mnemonic: DMARDs if MADRAS Mnemonic: EARS For diagnosis of RA: 4 out of 7 criteria must be present (except duration) and criteria listed above in number 1, 2, 7 and 8 must be…

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Post-snake bite compartment syndrome : Predictors

Epomedicine, Aug 29, 2020Aug 29, 2020

The indentification of snake species is often difficult at the time of presentation of snake bite and as the interaction between the victim and snake venom is variable. Hsu et.al. conducted a single center retrospective study to find out the possible predictors of the post-snake bite compartment syndrome (PSCS). They…

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Timing of Wound Closure (Primary, Secondary, Tertiary)

Epomedicine, Aug 26, 2020Aug 26, 2020

Before moving to the concept of wound closure, it is necessary to understand the pathophysiology behind different types of healing. We have covered stages of wound healing in general previously. There are three types of wound healing: Primary intention Secondary intention Tertiary intention Healing by primary intention occurs when the…

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How to present a Journal Club?

Dr. Sulabh Kumar Shrestha, MS Orthopedics, Aug 25, 2020Aug 25, 2020

A journal club is a group of individuals who meet regularly to critically evaluate recent articles in scientific literature. It is a part of postgraduate medical education aimed at improving the skills of critically appraising the journal articles. Critical appraisal is the process of systematically examining research evidence to assess…

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How To Become A Chiropractor?

Epomedicine, Aug 23, 2020Aug 23, 2020

There are so many ways to enter the healthcare field when you are the type of person that loves to help people. Since back pain and spinal injuries affect so many people, then becoming a chiropractor is an ideal way to help people regain their quality of life. Back pain…

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