Pacemaker
A pacemaker (or artificial pacemaker) is a medical device that uses electrical impulses, delivered by electrodes contacting the heart muscles, to regulate the beating of the heart. The primary purpose...
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Case history: 4 year old with high fever, and a one day history of cough and shortness of breath. Image from Anatomybox.com Because the RUL consolidation was so dense, a CT scan was obtained to ensure...
View ArticlePulmonary Sequestration
Pulmonary sequestration is a congenital disorder characterized by anomalous lung tissue that lacks normal communication with the tracheobronchial tree, which increases the likelihood of infection....
View ArticlePosterior Rib Fractures
Posterior rib fractures have a high specificity for child abuse. In this case, a 2 month old was brought to the emergency department lethargic and in respiratory distress. On radiographic...
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