Critical Care
Infrared Light Reduces ICU Stay
In this latest video from MedCram, Dr. Seheult discusses a newly published study that is drawing serious attention to the potential role of infrared light in the intensive care unit (ICU). When viewed alongside decades of research on sunlight and hospital outcomes, these findings suggest that light—particularly red and near-infrared wavelengths—may play a much more…
Read MoreA perplexing CODE BLUE; Amniotic Fluid Embolism
In this video, Dr. Seheult talks about an interesting code blue case involving an amniotic fluid embolism. What is an amniotic fluid embolism? Amniotic fluid embolism is where you have a gravid uterus that is filled with amniotic fluid and a baby. There are veins that go from the uterus back to heart and…
Read MoreInsights into cirrhotic bleeding of liver and how to stop it
In this video, Dr. Seheult of MedCram discusses how to stop bleeding in cirrhosis. Cirrhosis is an end stage liver disease condition. It can be caused by a number of things that contribute to inflammation in the liver such as hepatitis, alcohol and even non-alcoholic steatohepatitis otherwise known as fatty liver. Dr. Seheult reports he…
Read MoreCPR: Does it Really Keep You “Stayin’ Alive”?
In this latest video from MedCram, Dr. Seheult discusses what CPR is? In the hospital, patients are typically asked if they want to have “everything done” to keep them alive when the physician is going over a code status. The question is are the risks of CPR worthwhile? There are many misconceptions about what CPR…
Read MoreHydrocortisone Reduces Mortality by 48% in Severe Community-Acquired Pneumonia
In this video, Dr. Seheult of MedCram discusses the recent study that shows how hydrocortisone was found to reduce mortality in severe community-acquired pneumonia. This is potential turning point in a major disease treatment. This study was a phase 3 multi-centered randomized, double blinded study that showed hydrocortisone (a steroid) can reduce mortality at 28…
Read MoreThe Vasopressor Trap – What It Is and How to Get Out of It
In this video, Dr. Seheult of MedCram discusses a common ICU trap that can occur when using vasopressors in certain scenarios. This vasopressor trap is one of the most dangerous traps in the ICU and it is important for critical care physicians to recognize this. What is an ICU vasopressor trap? How do you get…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Comorbidities, Vaccine Boosters, and Fluvoxamine – New Video Updates
In our most recent MedCram COVID-19 updates, Dr. Roger Seheult shares how multiple myeloma likely contributed to the COVID-related passing of Colin Powell, as well as the latest news on vaccine boosters and new research on a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), Fluvoxamine, in COVID-19 treatment. Multiple Myeloma: How Comorbidities Can Impact Vaccine…
Read MoreMolnupiravir and Vaccine Boosters for COVID-19 – Two New MedCram Updates
Two recent MedCram video updates cover the latest information on a potential COVID-19 treatment, Molnupiravir, as well as unfolding news on vaccine booster shots. Merck COVID Pill (Molnupiravir): A New Treatment Option? In MedCram COVID-19 update 134 Dr. Seheult discusses Merck’s announcement of their antiviral pill for the treatment of mild to moderate SARS-CoV-2…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Update: Vaccine Efficacy Versus Delta Variant, Real World Data
Professor Roger Seheult, MD gives an update on the vital question: how effective are current COVID vaccines against the Delta variant? COVID Update 133: Vaccines Vs. Delta In our 133rd COVID-19 video update, Dr. Seheult discusses the latest CDC report on vaccines and the SARS-CoV-2 B.1.617.2 variant, commonly known as the Delta variant.…
Read MoreCOVID Vaccine Myths, Questions, and Rumors with Rhonda Patrick and Roger Seheult
Did you see our latest deep-dive conversation with Rhonda Patrick, PhD? Dr. Patrick helps unpack research on COVID-19 vaccines, the SARS-CoV-2 virus, and various rumors that have emerged throughout the pandemic. Interview with Dr. Patrick and Dr. Seheult In this video, we gathered the most common questions, theories, and myths about COVID-19 vaccinations…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Update 132: Innate Immunity, Interferon, and COVID-19 in Children
With SARS-CoV-2 infections on the rise again, Roger Seheult, MD examines the role of innate immunity and what we can learn from a child’s immune system. Innate Immunity, Interferon, and COVID-19 in Children In our 132nd COVID-19 update video, Dr. Seheult addressesthe question: why don’t kids go to the hospital as often as…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Delta Variant: Our Biggest Challenge Yet with Eric Topol, MD
There’s perhaps no better resource than Professor Eric Topol, MD when it comes to discussing the Delta variant and COVID-19. MedCram’s interview with Dr. Topol brings up thought-provoking details of the recent Delta surge, booster shots, and our current strategies to deal with it. Dr. Topol’s Take on Delta Variant Our most recent…
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