Monthly Archives: April 2020
Terminal ileum thickening and mucosal ulcers in a boy with Neurofibromatosis type 1
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Unusual esophageal polyps in advanced cirrhosis
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VUMC adopts new method for N95 respirator sterilization
Vanderbilt University Medical Center is switching to hydrogen peroxide vapor for sterilization of the white bulbous N95 facemask-respirators used by health care workers to protect against COVID-19. Continue reading
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NEW: Asymptomatic testing guidelines for potential COVID-19 patients announced
VUMC has started screening selected patients for COVID-19 using the SARS-CoV-2 PCR test, even in the absence of clinical symptoms suggestive of COVID-19 infection. Continue reading
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UPDATED: COVID-19 exposure guidelines for VUMC workforce members
Exposure defined as interactions greater than 5 minutes and closer than 6 feet. You must self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days after exposure. Continue reading
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NEW: Information about antibody testing (serodiagnosis) of COVID-19
There is a lot of conjecture about the value of antibody (serologic) testing for COVID-19, and what this type of testing will and won’t offer to help us understand the course of the pandemic. To provide clear, up-to-date information and perspective, Da… Continue reading
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UPDATE: Resuscitation training courses may be completed up to 120 days later
The American Heart Association (AHA) is extending its Instructor and Provider Course Completion Cards for 120 days beyond their recommended renewal date, beginning with cards that expired in March 2020. Continue reading
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Role of Cannabis and Its Derivatives in Gastrointestinal and Hepatic Disease
Medical and recreational cannabis use has increased dramatically over the last decade, resulting from mainstream cultural acceptance and legalization in several countries worldwide. Cannabis and its derivatives affect many gastrointestinal processes, v… Continue reading
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Prevalence and Characteristics of Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Patients with SARS-CoV-2 Infection in the United States: A Multicenter Cohort Study
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REMINDER: Research opportunities for health care workers and other news you might have missed
COVID-19 is a fast-changing situation. VUMC’s workforce is doing amazing things in clinical care, research, and prevention and a lot of information is coming your way. Here are a few items you might have missed the first time around. #ICYMI Continue reading
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