scholarly journals Babesia parasitemia causing splenic infarction: A review of the literature

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 78
Author(s):  
Darren Wong
Keyword(s):  
Splenic Infarction ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Significant Morbidity

Babesia remains an underappreciated and under-diagnosed tick-borne pathogen which can lead to significant morbidity and mortality. We present an uncommon manifestation of parasitemia causing splenic infarction. The pathophysiology is reviewed highlighting the significant challenges in diagnosis and treatment of this unique pathogen.

Subglottic and Tracheal Malignancies

1992 ◽  
Vol 71 (5) ◽  
pp. 233-237 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kevin S. Kennedy ◽  
Gregg S. Parker
Keyword(s):  
Chest Pain ◽  
Unusual Case ◽  
Disease Process ◽  
Accurate Diagnosis ◽  
High Index ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Survival Patterns ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion

Subglottic and tracheal malignancies are the least frequently encountered laryngeal cancers. When these tumors are encountered, they have often reached advanced size prior to producing symptoms. Once symptoms are brought to the attention of the otolaryngologist, rapid and accurate diagnosis is essential to effect the earliest possible treatment and to minimize morbidity and mortality associated with this problem. Illustrative cases are presented including a highly unusual case that presented with cardiac-like chest pain. A review of the literature including the pertinent anatomy, pathophysiology, and methods of diagnosis and treatment is presented. Increased familiarity with this disease process and a high index of suspicion on the part of the otolaryngologist may lead to improved survival patterns in patients with these malignancies.

scholarly journals Gastrointestinal and liver diseases and atrial fibrillation: a review of the literature

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
pp. 175628481983223 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle T. Long ◽  
Darae Ko ◽  
Lindsay M. Arnold ◽  
Ludovic Trinquart ◽  
Jason A. Sherer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Atrial Fibrillation ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Liver Diseases ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Significant Morbidity ◽  
Bidirectional Associations

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia worldwide and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. A number of risk factors have been associated with AF, though few studies have explored the association between gastrointestinal and liver diseases and AF. Additionally, AF and treatment for AF may predispose to gastrointestinal and liver diseases. We review the current literature on the bidirectional associations between gastrointestinal and liver diseases and AF. We highlight the gaps in knowledge and areas requiring future investigation.

scholarly journals Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia: An Update

1970 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 187-199
Author(s):  
LA Sayami ◽  
M Ullah
Keyword(s):  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Significant Morbidity ◽  
Drug Induced ◽  
Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia ◽  
Recent Advances ◽  
Immune Mediated

Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is the most important and most frequent drug-induced, immune-mediated type of thrombocytopenia. It is associated with significant morbidity and mortality if unrecognized. In this review, we briefly discuss the main features of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia, particularly analyzing the most recent advances in the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of this syndrome. Keywords: Heparin; Thrombocytopenia DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/cardio.v3i2.9189 Cardiovasc. J. 2011; 3(2): 187-199

scholarly journals The Therapeutic Challenges in Treating Duodenal Injury

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 126-133
Author(s):  
Charles E Lucas
Keyword(s):  
Critical Care ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Significant Morbidity ◽  
Duodenal Injury ◽  
Duodenal Injuries

ABSTRACT Duodenal injuries pose many challenges in diagnosis and treatment. Unless suspected, pursued vigorously and treated by a well-designed plan, can cause significant morbidity and mortality. How to cite this article Lucas CE. The Therapeutic Challenges in Treating Duodenal Injury. J Trauma Critical Care Emerg Surg 2013;2(3):126-133.

scholarly journals Critical Manifestations of Pneumoscrotum

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 62-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gautam Dagur ◽  
Min Y. Lee ◽  
Kelly Warren ◽  
Reese Imhof ◽  
Sardar A. Khan
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Option ◽  
Historical Perspective ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Rapid Diagnosis ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Significant Morbidity ◽  
Treatment Results ◽  
Physical Finding ◽  
Secondary Objective

Introduction: Pneumoscrotum is a critical, physical finding that may indicate significant morbidity and mortality. Accumulation of gas in the scrotum can be primary or secondary. Objective: This paper discusses rapid diagnosis and treatment options. Material and Methods: PubMed searches for pneumoscrotum, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Results: We review the historical perspective, classification, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment options of pneumoscrotum, as well as the presentation of pneumoscrotum in neonates/infants. Conclusion: It is crucial to diagnose the etiology pneumoscrotum and designing a treatment option based off that.

scholarly journals Abdominopelvic ectopic spleen with a comprehensive imaging examination: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (3) ◽  
pp. 030006052110005
Author(s):  
Hao Guo ◽  
Xinru Ba ◽  
Peiyou Gong ◽  
Guangzhi Wang ◽  
Heng Ma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Anatomical Position ◽  
Ectopic Spleen ◽  
Current State ◽  
Imaging Examination ◽  
Upper Abdomen ◽  
State Of The Field

Ectopic spleen is a rare clinical malformation in which the spleen is relocated from its normal anatomical position to other parts of the abdomen. We report a rare case of abdominopelvic ectopic spleen caused by splenic ligament deficiency. A patient experienced intermittent pain in the left upper abdomen that was progressively aggravated. This was confirmed by comprehensive imaging examinations and postoperative pathology. We also performed a review of the literature on the current state of the field. Our data may help to improve the diagnosis and treatment of ectopic spleen.

Evaluation of an Electronic Dosing Calculator to Reduce Pediatric Medication Errors

2019 ◽  
Vol 58 (4) ◽  
pp. 413-416
Author(s):  
Brian Murray ◽  
Matthew J. Streitz ◽  
Michael Hilliard ◽  
Joseph K. Maddry
Keyword(s):  
Patient Safety ◽  
Medication Errors ◽  
Prospective Cohort ◽  
Pediatric Patients ◽  
Cohort Analysis ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Patient Visit ◽  
Significant Morbidity ◽  
Potential Source ◽  
Medication Dosage

Introduction. Adverse medication events are a potential source of significant morbidity and mortality in pediatric patients, where dosages frequently rely on weight-based formulas. The most frequent occurrence of medication errors occurs during the ordering phase. Methods. Through a prospective cohort analysis, we followed medication errors through patient safety reports (PSRs) to determine if the use of a medication dosage calculator would reduce the number of PSRs per patient visits. Results. The number of PSRs for medication errors per patient visit occurring due to errors in ordering decreased from 10/28 417 to 1/17 940, a decrease by a factor of 6.31, with a χ2 value of 4.063, P = .0463. Conclusion. We conclude that the use of an electronic dosing calculator is able to reduce the number of medication errors, thereby reducing the potential for serious pediatric adverse medication events.

scholarly journals Anatomic variations of internal jugular vein, inferior petrosal sinus and its confluence pattern: Implications in inferior petrosal sinus catheterization

2015 ◽  
Vol 21 (6) ◽  
pp. 769-773 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xianli Lv ◽  
Zhongxue Wu
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Internal Jugular Vein ◽  
Jugular Vein ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Inferior Petrosal Sinus ◽  
Anatomic Variations ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Spiral Computed ◽  
Intracranial Lesions

Objective The purpose of this study is to describe anatomic variations of the internal jugular vein (IJV), inferior petrosal sinus (IPS) and their confluence pattern and implications in IPS catheterization. The anatomic route of IPS after going out of the cranium and its confluence patterns with IJV and will supply knowledge about typing of IPS-IJV junction. Method A review of the literature was performed. Results There might be different routes for entering the intracranial segment of the IPS and multislice spiral computed tomography (MSCT) is effective in identifying the confluences of the IPS with the IJV and their courses. It is important to find the confluence of IPS with IJV for diagnosis and treatment of intracranial lesions via venous route. Meanwhile, IPS diameter at the confluence can significantly affect success of catheterization. Conclusion The classification and the theory of the development of the caudal end of the IPS may be useful in establishing treatment strategies that involve endovascular manipulation via the IPS.

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