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Why does E. coli clear from the blood faster than S. aureus?
I've heard this repeatedly but never fully understood the difference.
One answer helps explain why cirrhosis is a risk factor for infection and introduced me to a Trojan horse of the immune system.
Read on!
Must read: Ventilation in patients with intra-abdominal hypertension: what every critical care physician needs to know 👍
https://t.co/qJbN9SW89g
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Today is #WorldElephantDay! Ever wondered what it takes to anaesthetise one? The drug strong enough to sedate an animal this large is called Carfentanil, a drug so dangerous to humans that vets must avoid all contact with the area that’s been hit and carry an antidote with them!
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Ever wonder: Why are abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) more common than thoracic aortic aneurysms (TAAs)?
I have!
Follow this thread to see how the answer to this question makes use of long-forgotten medical classes. And there’ll be an appearance by The Great Mimicker.