Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression (MSCC)

28-Apr-2026

This is guide to the investigation of Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression (MSCC) in Oncology/Haematology patients. – (Trust link) You need to be a bit more… Read more

ASPEN Collar fitting

20-Apr-2026

Fitting ASPEN collars is import – for both the comfort and function of the collar. The DENS study has been looking at the effectiveness on… Read more

MEOWS Chart

18-Mar-2026

MEOWS is the early warning score used during Pregnancy and 6 weeks postpartum. Read more

Cervical Spine Clearance in the trauma patient

16-Mar-2026

Although in ED we cannot prevent the primary injury, our objective is to recognise and prevent secondary injury. Through the use of the agreed standards… Read more

Medical Emergencies in Eating Disorders

11-Mar-2026

Eating disorders* are relatively common and unfortunately patients who “look well” can have a significant mortality risk. MEED.org.uk have national risk tools to recognise those… Read more

Hip Dislocation – Flowchart

08-Feb-2026

Dislocation of a Native Hip Uncommon – High-Energy injury All patients presenting with a suspected native hip dislocation following trauma (including falls from standing) must… Read more

Clinical Expectations

29-Jan-2026

ED Tiers. Tier [Examples]Expectation1. [FY1]– Require direct supervision – At a minimum patient being admitted should be discussed with a more senior clinician (ideally Tier… Read more

Gastric Volvulus – Rare but Fatal

02-Jan-2026

Gastric volvulus is fortunately a rare pathology where the stomach rotates 180°. This causes a foregut obstruction but also strangulation of the stomach wall. This… Read more