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View article: Rheumatic Valve Disease Presenting As Mitral Stenosis and Regurgitation
Rheumatic Valve Disease Presenting As Mitral Stenosis and Regurgitation Open
View article: Post-Myocardial Infarction Associated Ventricular Septal Defect In An Older Female.
Post-Myocardial Infarction Associated Ventricular Septal Defect In An Older Female. Open
VSD lesions although uncommon with the advent of PCI should always be considered in cases with septal lead STEMI and new onset murmur. VSD remains a late complication of STEMI in patients who are managed medically and not offered PCI.
View article: Inferior Wall STEMI in a Young Patient- A Sequela of Phentermine and Smoking
Inferior Wall STEMI in a Young Patient- A Sequela of Phentermine and Smoking Open
Amphetamine use is associated with increasing rates of cardiovascular risks, such as pulmonary hypertension, arrhythmias, and atherosclerosis. A 47-year-old woman experienced an inferior MI after taking the weight loss drug phentermine. Sh…
View article: Selfie and Narcissism: Investigating the relationship between Selfie-Taking and Narcissistic Personality Traits. A Quantitative Study of Undergraduate Students in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Selfie and Narcissism: Investigating the relationship between Selfie-Taking and Narcissistic Personality Traits. A Quantitative Study of Undergraduate Students in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Open
The current study was conducted to identify the relationship between selfies and narcissism and the impact of narcissism on selfie-taking and posting behavior. It also attempts to find out gender differences in these two variables among th…
View article: Aspergillus fumigatus Bloodstream Infection in the Absence of Classic Risk Factors: Expanding the Spectrum of Invasive Aspergillosis
Aspergillus fumigatus Bloodstream Infection in the Absence of Classic Risk Factors: Expanding the Spectrum of Invasive Aspergillosis Open
View article: Rare Pulmonary Granular Cell Tumor Presenting as an Endobronchial Lesion: A Case Report
Rare Pulmonary Granular Cell Tumor Presenting as an Endobronchial Lesion: A Case Report Open
Granular cell tumors (GCTs) are rare soft tissue tumors with a myogenic origin. While GCTs typically arise in the tongue, skin, and subcutaneous tissues, pulmonary involvement (pGCT) remains rare. The most common site in the case of pGCT i…
View article: Accelerated Ischemic Disease Presenting as Ventricular Fibrillation
Accelerated Ischemic Disease Presenting as Ventricular Fibrillation Open
VF occurs in a significant percentage of MI patients and is often associated with coronary artery disease and acute thrombotic lesions. This case illustrates that even in the absence of structural heart disease, ischemia can trigger VF. Ea…
View article: SALBUTAMOL NEBULIZATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF TRANSIENT TACHYPNEA OF THE NEWBORN
SALBUTAMOL NEBULIZATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF TRANSIENT TACHYPNEA OF THE NEWBORN Open
Background: Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN) is a self-limiting respiratory condition caused by delayed resorption of fetal lung fluid. β-adrenergic agonists, particularly salbutamol, have been shown to enhance alveolar fluid clear…
View article: A Curious Case of Purple Chromaturia
A Curious Case of Purple Chromaturia Open
View article: Aortic Syndrome in an Elderly Female: A Case of Type A Intramural Hematoma
Aortic Syndrome in an Elderly Female: A Case of Type A Intramural Hematoma Open
Aortic intramural hematoma is a significant presentation of aortic syndromes. It is characterized by bleeding within the aortic media without an intimal defect and can lead to acute aortic dissection if the intimal layer ruptures. Diagnosi…
View article: Refractory Vasospasm Presenting as Acute Myocardial Infarction
Refractory Vasospasm Presenting as Acute Myocardial Infarction Open
Refractory coronary artery spasm is a challenging condition with many complications, including acute myocardial infarction. We present the case of an elderly woman who developed refractory coronary artery vasospasm requiring extensive hemo…
View article: Ovarian Stromal Tumor Presenting as Ovarian Torsion: A Case Report
Ovarian Stromal Tumor Presenting as Ovarian Torsion: A Case Report Open
Ovarian sex cord-stromal tumors (SCST) are a rare subset of ovarian neoplasms originating from supportive tissues surrounding oocytes. Despite their rarity, prompt diagnosis and management are crucial due to their potential for diverse cli…
View article: Non-acute myocardial infarction-associated cardiogenic shock in Hispanic patients: An analysis from the National Inpatient Sample Database
Non-acute myocardial infarction-associated cardiogenic shock in Hispanic patients: An analysis from the National Inpatient Sample Database Open
View article: Advances in Diagnostic Modalities for Helicobacter pylori Infection
Advances in Diagnostic Modalities for Helicobacter pylori Infection Open
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection is a widespread global health issue with a varying prevalence influenced by geography, socioeconomic status, and demographics. In the U.S., the prevalence is lower, though certain groups, such as o…
View article: An Unusual Presentation of Leptospirosis: A Case of Septic Shock and Proteinuria
An Unusual Presentation of Leptospirosis: A Case of Septic Shock and Proteinuria Open
View article: Is it necessary to stop glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists prior to endoscopic procedure? A retrospective study
Is it necessary to stop glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists prior to endoscopic procedure? A retrospective study Open
BACKGROUND Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RA) are effective in diabetes and obesity, reducing hyperglycemia by increasing insulin release and delaying gastric emptying. However, they can cause gastroparesis, raising conce…
View article: Frailty Indices and Their Importance in Elderly Patients: A Perspective Review
Frailty Indices and Their Importance in Elderly Patients: A Perspective Review Open
The aging demographic landscape of the United States highlights a concomitant rise in chronic conditions and infectious diseases. Older adults face a heightened susceptibility to infections, particularly pneumonia and urinary tract infecti…
View article: The Unusual Suspect: Citrobacter Infection as a Rare Cause of Renal Abscess
The Unusual Suspect: Citrobacter Infection as a Rare Cause of Renal Abscess Open
Citrobacter infections have emerged as now a common nosocomial pathogen. Most of the infections manifest in patients with underlying medical conditions. The features of infection can range from infections in the lower urinary tract,…
View article: Role of Artificial Intelligence in Endoscopic Intervention: A Clinical Review
Role of Artificial Intelligence in Endoscopic Intervention: A Clinical Review Open
Gastrointestinal diseases are increasing in global prevalence. As a result, the contribution to both mortality and healthcare costs is increasing. While interventions utilizing scoping techniques or ultrasound are crucial to both the timel…
View article: Clinical markers in heart failure: a narrative review
Clinical markers in heart failure: a narrative review Open
Heart failure is a complex clinical syndrome that is one of the causes of high mortality worldwide. Additionally, healthcare systems around the world are also being burdened by the aging population and subsequently, increasing estimates of…
View article: Associations of Atrioventricular Blocks and Other Arrhythmias in Patients with Lyme Carditis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Associations of Atrioventricular Blocks and Other Arrhythmias in Patients with Lyme Carditis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Lyme disease often leads to cardiac injury and electrophysiological abnormalities. This study aimed to explore links between atrioventricular blocks and additional arrhythmias in Lyme carditis patients. This systematic review and meta-anal…
View article: Schwann Cell Hamartoma Presenting as a Colonic Polyp: A Rare Case Report With a Literature Review
Schwann Cell Hamartoma Presenting as a Colonic Polyp: A Rare Case Report With a Literature Review Open
View article: Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis and Progression to Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Literature Review
Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis and Progression to Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Literature Review Open
The prevalence of metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is increasing globally due to factors such as urbanization, obesity, poor nutrition, sedentary lifestyles, healthcare accessibility, diagnostic advancements, and genetic in…
View article: Associations of Patients with Pericardial Effusion Secondary toLight-Chain or Transthyretin Amyloidosis- A Systematic Review
Associations of Patients with Pericardial Effusion Secondary toLight-Chain or Transthyretin Amyloidosis- A Systematic Review Open
Background: Pericardial effusion is associated with amyloidosis, specifically amyloid light chain (AL) and transthyretin (ATTR) subtypes. However, the patients might present with different clinical symptoms. Objective: To determine the cha…
View article: Cement-Induced Chemical Burn in a Middle-Aged Male: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Cement-Induced Chemical Burn in a Middle-Aged Male: A Case Report and Review of Literature Open
This case study reviews a 48-year-old Hispanic male working in construction who presented with left upper medial thigh pain, redness, and swelling after exposure to hazardous chemicals during cement processing. Initially diagnosed with cel…
View article: Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Literature Review
Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Literature Review Open
Stroke is an infarction of the central nervous system (brain, spinal cord, or retina) that results from a disruption in cerebral blood flow either due to ischemia or hemorrhage. Complications of acute stroke are common and include pneumoni…
View article: A Case of Atrial Tachycardia Masquerading as Sinus Tachycardia in a Pregnant Female—A Case Report
A Case of Atrial Tachycardia Masquerading as Sinus Tachycardia in a Pregnant Female—A Case Report Open
This case report discusses the diagnosis and management of a 25‐year‐old pregnant patient presenting with persistent tachycardia. The patient, with a past medical history of thyroiditis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and obesity, was admitt…
View article: Burden and predictors of mortality related to cardiogenic shock in the South Bronx Population
Burden and predictors of mortality related to cardiogenic shock in the South Bronx Population Open
Cardiogenic shock carries a significant risk of death. Factors such as advanced age, the administration of more than one vasopressor, and a higher SCAI classification have been identified as independent predictors of mortality among inpati…
View article: A Rare Case of Recurrent Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Complicated by Thromboemboli
A Rare Case of Recurrent Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Complicated by Thromboemboli Open
Takotsubo syndrome (TTS) is a transient ventricular dysfunction with apical ballooning triggered by emotional and/or physical stress. A few risk factors have been observed in patients with recurrent TTS, for example, excessive sympathetic …
View article: A Rare Case of Cecal Adenocarcinoma Presenting as Intussusception
A Rare Case of Cecal Adenocarcinoma Presenting as Intussusception Open