Welcome to SMA's abstract library. This library includes video presentations of abstracts presented by Medical Students, Residents, Fellows and Physician Members as part of the Southern Medical Association's Physicians-in-Training program, Annual Scientific Assembly and the Southern Regional Burn Conference. To learn more about SMA's Physicians-In-training opportunities, or to submit an abstract, visit SMA's Physician-in-Training page.

Abstract | April 5, 2022

Addressing Disruptions In Care: A Study Of Chronic Disease Exacerbations In An Underserved Community Following Hurricane Ida

Medically underserved communities have a higher prevalence of chronic diseases compared to the general population and are more vulnerable during disruptions of care following natural disasters.

Posted in: Emergency & Disaster Medicine10

Abstract | April 5, 2022

A Systematic Review Evaluating the Risks and Benefits of Different Methods for Pain Management Following ACL Reconstruction

Anterior Cruciate Ligament injuries are commonplace in non-contact sports and often necessitate surgical intervention. There are numerous options for controlling pain after an ACL reconstruction which influences the time spent in recovery and how soon a patient can return to play.

Posted in: Surgery & Surgical Specialties67

Abstract | April 5, 2022

A rare case of adult ileo-ileal intussusception secondary to small bowel squamous cell carcinoma treated by exploratory laparotomy and small bowel resection

Ileo-ileal intussusception in an adult is a rare event, and even more uncommon is ileo-ileal intussusception secondary to squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of small bowel.

Posted in: Surgery & Surgical Specialties67

Abstract | April 5, 2022

A Comatose Patient: A Systematic Approach To Diagnosis And Management In An Emergency Room Setting

In a comatose patient, uncovering underlying etiology is challenging due to the lack of history. We present a systematic approach to creating a differential and identifying a diagnosis in an unconscious patient.

Posted in: Emergency & Disaster Medicine10

Abstract | April 5, 2022

Difference in nosocomial infection rates of inpatients since the adoption of a “hospital laundered scrubs” only policy at a rural regional health center

There has been little research performed at rural tertiary care centers, such as Magnolia Regional Health Center, which describes if a hospital laundered scrub service has any impact on Hospital Acquired Infections (HAI’s).

Abstract | April 5, 2022

Nutritional Management for Obese ESRD Patients Planning to Undergo Bariatric Surgery Prior to Kidney Transplantation

Patients with obesity and ESRD may undergo bariatric surgery to decrease complication rates during kidney transplantation (KT). Nutritional management for these patients may be complex; however, literature lacks specific guidelines to address these issues.

Posted in: Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism14 Surgery & Surgical Specialties67

Abstract | April 5, 2022

Alcoholic Neuropathy: An Unusual Polyneuropathy Seen in a Rural ED

Neuropathy is a common finding in the ED and differentiating between critical and non-critical causes is an important skill for ED physicians to have. Patients with alcohol abuse disorder can have a myriad of nerve pathologies.

Posted in: Emergency & Disaster Medicine10

Abstract | April 5, 2022

REFINING PAIN MANAGEMENT IN CRYPTOCOCCAL IMMUNE RECONSTITUTION INFLAMMATORY SYNDROME

A 28-year-old male with a history of HIV/AIDS and cryptococcal meningitis is admitted for management of severe, persistent headache. The headache is bilateral and throbbing, similar to previous episodes secondary to flares of cryptococcal meningitis.

Abstract | April 5, 2022

MYRIAD OF PRESENTATIONS AND OUTCOMES OF POST-GUNSHOT INJURY INFECTIONS: A FOCUSED CASE SERIES

Recovery from gunshot wounds (GSW) is often complicated by various infectious sequelae involving a broad spectrum of organisms. However, current guidelines on the risk stratification and management of post-GSW infections are lacking.

Abstract | April 5, 2022

High Ferritin And High TIBC: A Case Of Anemia With A Uniquely Paradoxical Iron Study

Ferritin and total iron binding capacity (TIBC) are both crucial parts of the iron study used to ascertain causes of anemia.

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