Reading Time: 3 minutes CPVT is a life-threatening condition that results in sudden death in young children and adults. It is often undiagnosed and untreated. This post discusses the presentation, pathophysiology, and treatment options for CPVT.

Reading Time: 3 minutes The Pre-brief Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is an adverse drug reaction to heparin that places patients at increased risk for venous…

Reading Time: 5 minutes The Pre-brief When we think of lysing things in the emergency department (ED), we think of alteplase busting up a…

Reading Time: 3 minutes Adrenal crisis is a life-threatening condition with increased morbidity if the condition is not recognized early and management is not initiated promptly. In this post, a brief review of adrenal insufficiency is provided with emphasis on early resuscitation and specific treatments.