SCCM Resource Library-Emergency General Surgery

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The speaker provides a summary of various articles and studies in the field of emergency general surgery (EGS). They discuss the burden of disease in EGS patients, including unplanned readmissions and disparities in care. They also highlight the use of risk calculators, such as the Quad SOFA score, and the impact of frailty on outcomes. The speaker covers several disease-specific topics, including appendicitis, cholecystitis, pancreatitis, colorectal disease, diverticulitis, and more. They discuss different approaches to management and surgical techniques for these conditions. The speaker also addresses the use of antibiotics and pain management in EGS patients. Additionally, they touch on the impact of COVID-19 on EGS surgery and the importance of addressing burnout and resilience among healthcare staff. Finally, they mention upcoming developments in the field, such as the use of interoperative fluorescence and the potential benefits of intensive physical therapy for post-operative EGS patients.

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Procedures, Professional Development and Education, 2023

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Type: year in review | Year in Review: Surgery (SessionID 2000010)

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Procedures

Knowledge Area Professional Development and Education

Membership Level Professional

Membership Level Select

Tag Surgery

Tag Medical Education

Year 2023

Keywords

emergency general surgery

burden of disease

risk calculators

frailty

management

COVID-19

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