Diagnosis and Management of Anaphylaxis in Adults
Summary Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening condition that results from a type I hypersensitivity reaction to a certain allergen. Although an uncommon disorder, the diagnosis and…
September 2022
Acute Uncomplicated Pyelonephritis in Adults
Summary Uncomplicated pyelonephritis is a bacterial infection of the upper urinary tract, most commonly produced by Escherichia coli. In most cases, the infection spreads from…
Initial Management of Hip Fractures in Adults
Summary Hip fractures are a common medical problem in elderly patients, usually produced by falls, and with an upward trend in the last decades. Hip…
Community-Acquired Pneumonia in Adults
Summary Community-acquired Pneumonia is a common infection of the lower respiratory tract, most commonly produced by bacterial pathogens. The pathophysiology of community-acquired pneumonia consists of…
Acute Headache in Adults
Summary Acute headache is a common presentation among patients consulting primary care or emergency departments. Acute headaches are classified according to the International Classification of…