Statistically speaking, the most common cause of death for the international traveler while abroad is motor vehicle accidents, and second, is death from a pre-existing condition, such as heart disease, diabetes, or cancer. However, there are a number of other medical issues that can disrupt or ultimately ruin an international trip. With regard to the […]
Hymenolepidiae tapeworms: September/October 2011 ISSN-1059-6518 Volume 24 Number 5 THE WORLD OF HELMINTHES – PARASITIC WORMS CESTODA – TAPEWORMS By Frank Hubbell, DO This is the scientific taxomony for the Class Cestoda – tapeworms. In previous issues of the WMN we have discussed the Taenia and Echinococcus tapeworms. In this edition we will explore the […]
September/October 2011 ISSN-1059-6518 Volume 24 Number 5 Ruptured Quadriceps Tendon Every once and awhile an injury occurs that was either so painful or unusual that it demands a brief article to describe the principles of management. This time it is a case of a ruptured quadriceps tendon that was extremely painful, completely immobilizing, required surgery, […]
September/October 2011 ISSN-1059-6518 Volume 24 Number 5 Tools of the Trade When planning an expedition a considerable amount of time and debate can be spent trying to decide what sort of medical tools or instruments need to be carried on the trip. Weight is an important consideration in trip planning as it all adds up […]
