Michael Jay Bresler

All Publications

• Cardiovascular Emergencies edited by Mattu, A., Brady, W. J., Bresler, M. J., Silvers, S. M., Stahmer, S. A., Tabas, J. A. American College of Emergency Physicians. 2014
• Textbook of Cardiovascular Care and CPR Field, J., Bresler MJ, Kudenchuk PJ, Mattu A, OConnor R, Silvers SM 2009
• Reperfusion strategies in the emergency treatment of ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction AMERICAN JOURNAL OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE Peacock, W. F., Hollander, J. E., Smalling, R. W., Bresler, M. J. 2007; 25 (3): 353-366

  Abstract

  Prompt restoration of blood flow is the primary treatment goal in ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction to optimize clinical outcomes. The ED plays a critical role in rapid triage, diagnosis, and management of ST-elevation myocardial infarction, and in the decision about which of the 2 recommended reperfusion options, that is, pharmacologic and mechanical (catheter-based) strategies, to undertake. Guidelines recommend percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) if the medical contact-to-balloon time can be kept under 90 minutes, and timely administration of fibrinolytics if greater than 90 minutes. Most US hospitals do not have PCI facilities, which means the decision becomes whether to treat with a fibrinolytic agent, transfer, or both, followed by PCI if needed. Whichever reperfusion approach is used, successful treatment depends on the ED having an integrated and efficient protocol that is followed with haste. Protocols should be regularly reviewed to accommodate changes in clinical practice arising from ongoing clinical trials.

  View details for DOI 10.1016/j.ajem.2006.07.013

  View details for Web of Science ID 000245163100017

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• Bresler M, Sternbach G: Manual of Emergency Medicine. Bresler MJ, Sternbach, GL 1998
• Acute myocardial infarction: subtleties of diagnosis in the emergency department. Annals of emergency medicine BRESLER, M. J., Gibler, W. B. 1990: 1-15

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• FUTURE-ROLE OF THROMBOLYTIC THERAPY IN EMERGENCY MEDICINE ANNALS OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE BRESLER, M. J. 1989; 18 (12): 1331-1338

  Abstract

  Thrombolytic therapy offers the promise of major therapeutic intervention in many areas as well as in the treatment of patients with acute myocardial infarction who present to the emergency department. Infusion of tissue-type plasminogen activator (tPA) during field transport has been proven safe, but optimal methods for reliably diagnosing acute myocardial infarction in the prehospital setting have yet to be delineated. A major advance would be achieved if thrombolysis were proven effective in preventing the progression of unstable angina to actual infarction. However, early studies have yielded contradictory results. The use of tPA in dissolving peripheral arterial clots appears very promising, but long-term limb survival has yet to be demonstrated. Unlike heparin, thrombolytic agents can also lyse clot in peripheral deep veins and possibly lessen the tendency toward postphlebitic syndrome. The proper dosage regimen to minimize hemorrhage has not been determined. Pulmonary emboli can be lysed by tPA. IV infusion is as effective as intrapulmonary. Significant complications can be minimized, particularly if major vessel catheterization can be avoided for diagnosis. Even after catheterization for pulmonary angiography, however, thrombolytic therapy appears quite promising. The use of thrombolytic agents for embolic-thrombotic stroke is less promising: therefore, the risk of hemorrhagic complication may not outweigh the potential benefit. Thrombolytic therapy thus offers the potential for significant impact on the practice of emergency medicine.

  View details for Web of Science ID A1989CC66800014

  View details for PubMedID 2511790

• Near-fatal suicidal hanging. journal of emergency medicine Sternbach, G., BRESLER, M. J. 1989; 7 (5): 513-516

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• The adult respiratory distress syndrome. Emergency medicine clinics of North America BRESLER, M. J., Sternbach, G. L. 1989; 7 (2): 419-430

  Abstract

  ARDS is a pulmonary injury syndrome associated with a variety of clinical disorders. The pathophysiology of ARDS has been clarified substantially in the past several years. Neutrophils are probably the chief mediators of pulmonary injury, serving as the focus for release of several toxic substances that cause capillary endothelial and alveolar epithelial damage. The mortality rate in ARDS remains high despite advances in elucidating of pathogenesis. Newer approaches to management stress earlier identification of patients and specific therapy aimed at interfering with the damage produced by toxic mediators of pulmonary injury.

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• Emergency medicine: computed tomography versus peritoneal lavage in blunt abdominal trauma. Western journal of medicine BRESLER, M. J. 1987; 146 (5): 610-?

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• COMPUTED-TOMOGRAPHY OF THE ABDOMEN ANNALS OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE BRESLER, M. J. 1986; 15 (3): 280-285

  View details for Web of Science ID A1986A189000015

  View details for PubMedID 3511790

• The agenda for emergency medicine. American journal of emergency medicine BRESLER, M. J. 1984; 2 (2): 175-176

  View details for PubMedID 6518003

• The polarization of emergency medical care. American journal of emergency medicine BRESLER, M. J. 1983; 1 (2): 240-241

  View details for PubMedID 6680626

• TOXIC SHOCK SYNDROME DUE TO OCCULT POSTOPERATIVE WOUND-INFECTION WESTERN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE BRESLER, M. J. 1983; 139 (5): 710-713

  View details for Web of Science ID A1983RU81000023

  View details for PubMedID 6659496

• OCCULT CERVICAL-SPINE FRACTURE IN AN AMBULATORY PATIENT ANNALS OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE BRESLER, M. J., RICH, G. H. 1982; 11 (8): 440-442

  Abstract

  Significant injury to the cervical spine many not be obvious in patients whose mental status is decreased. We present the case of a fully conscious, ambulatory patient with no complaint of neck pain and only mild tenderness on examination who nevertheless had sustained an unstable fracture-dislocation of the cervical spine. Following surgery, the patient recovered without permanent neurologic sequelae. Criteria are suggested for ordering radiographic studies of the cervical spine for victims of trauma.

  View details for Web of Science ID A1982PH08000011

  View details for PubMedID 7103163

• SCREENING FOR GLAUCOMA IN PATIENTS RECEIVING PSYCHOTROPICS PSYCHOSOMATICS Hoffman, R. S. 1982; 23 (2): 205-206

  View details for Web of Science ID A1982ND30900009

  View details for PubMedID 7071308

• PRECEPTORSHIPS FOR EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS ANNALS OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE ELIASTAM, M., BRESLER, M. J., Gold, I. 1981; 10 (7): 381-384

  Abstract

  We describe a preceptorship developed in response to needs identified by surveys of emergency physicians in our community. The policies and procedures necessary to establish the program and the problems encountered are described. Major factors influencing the success of these programs include commitment by the institution's faculty, availability of administrative staff, financial support, and ongoing evaluation and feedback. A set of recommendations is offered for educational institutions considering the establishment of preceptorships.

  View details for Web of Science ID A1981LW04400010

  View details for PubMedID 7247094

• PREVENTION OF LATROGENIC ACUTE NARROW-ANGLE GLAUCOMA ANNALS OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE BRESLER, M. J., Hoffman, R. S. 1981; 10 (10): 535-537

  Abstract

  The pathophysiology of glaucoma is reviewed, and the risks of pharmacologic pupillary dilation are discussed. A simple transillumination screening test for identifying patients in whom mydriasis presents a risk is described.

  View details for Web of Science ID A1981MH91500010

  View details for PubMedID 7283221