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Article of the Week

Acute Management of Spinal Fractures

This comprehensive review article covers the anatomy and epidemiology of spinal trauma, clinical examination, diagnostics and fracture classifications, indications for spinal surgery, timing of surgery in polytrauma, and spinal trauma in pediatric patients. It emphasizes the importance of patient monitoring and neuroprotective targets in the ICU, as well as early mobilization and rehabilitation to prevent secondary complications. It’s a handy resource for optimizing outcomes in patients with acute spinal trauma.

Click the link to view the article or watch a short AI-generated article summary (5 min 06 sec).
 

Teuben MPJ, Veenstra A, Pape HC. Acute management of spinal fractures: What you need to know. J Trauma. 2026;100(6):850-862.

Media of the Month

Gory Details: Adventures From the Dark Side of Science, by Erika Engelhaupt

Looking for a great beach read this summer? No subject is off-limits for National Geographic science reporter Erika Engelhaupt, who boldly investigates the gross, the strange, the taboo, and the morbid, as well as the absurd realities of our bodies and the universe. What is the world’s most murderous mammal? Which research biologist repeatedly stung himself with every conceivable insect? How many mites live on our faces? Learn about these surprising facets of biology, nature, psychology, and more.

Available in Hardcover, Kindle, and audiobook formats on Amazon and other retailers.

Welcome, New TEP Sites!

A big welcome to facilities that have recently become TCAR/PCAR training partners: 

• CHS St Catherine of Siena Hospital
• Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital
• Altru Hospital
• Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
• Children's Hospital Colorado
• HCA Lone Peak Hospital

Click the button to see an interactive map of sites. Is your facility represented?

How Much Do Humans Have in Common With Other Species?

Humans share 98.8% of their DNA with chimpanzees and 85-90% with pigs. About 60–75% of fruit fly genes have human equivalents, and we share 50-60% of our genes with bananas. Oh, the wonderful interconnectedness of life!

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