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5 articles tagged safety
FeaturedViva Pitfalls: How to Fail (And How to Pass)
The viva is a psychological game. Learn the 5 types of candidates who fail, the phrases that trigger red flags, and the rescue strategies to save a sinking station.
OrthoVellum Editorial Team
viva / fail-tips
Cauda Equina Syndrome: The Medico-Legal Survival Guide
Navigating the legal minefield of CES. Documentation defense, the 'Time is Spine' debate, and how to safety-net your patients.
Orthovellum Team
spine / legal
Local Anaesthetic Systemic Toxicity (LAST): Management Protocol
A life-saving guide to LAST. Immediate recognition, the Lipid Rescue protocol, and safe dosage calculations for the orthopaedic surgeon.
Orthovellum Team
anaesthesia / emergency
Radiation Safety in the Orthopaedic Theatre: The Invisible Hazard
Understanding the physics of scatter, the biological risks of ionizing radiation, and the practical 'ALARA' strategies to protect yourself and your team.
Orthovellum Team
radiation / fluoroscopy
Tranexamic Acid (TXA) in Orthopaedics: The Evidence-Based Guide
A comprehensive review of Tranexamic Acid. Topical vs IV, dosing protocols, safety in high-risk patients, and its role across trauma, arthroplasty, and spine surgery.
Orthovellum Team
txa / blood-loss