CJEM Visual Abstract: IV Prostaglandin to Reduce Digital Amputations in Frostbite

In this issue, we collaborated with the CJEM team to create a visual abstract on the article “Effectiveness of intravenous prostaglandin to reduce digital amputations from frostbite: an observational study”.​1​ When we are dealing with frostbite in the ED, traditionally, management is focused on re-warming (of both an extremity, or simply the entire patient!). Depending on severity and patient characteristics, the question is whether or not amputation is required to debride necrotic tissues … Continue reading CJEM Visual Abstract: IV Prostaglandin to Reduce Digital Amputations in Frostbite