EMERGENCIES: FISHHOOKS

Hooking more than the fishFishhooks are designed with a barb to keep the fish hooked. Unfortunately, the barb works the same way on people once the skin is punctured. It is useful to know how to remove a fishhook for yourself or a companion, especially if you are any distance from medical help. If the [...]

DIAGNOSIS OF PULMONARY TUBERCULOSIS

The chest radiograph is an invaluable tool in the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis. Pulmonary tuberculosis typically demonstrates number of abnormalities on chest radiographs. Primary pulmonary tuberculosis most commonly reveals hilar lymphadenopathy, which may cause right middle lobe compression and atelectasis.  Pulmonary infiltrates may be seen in primary tuberculosis, typically in the middle or lower lobes, [...]