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Idiopathic Ileocolonic Intussusception in the Elderly: Case Report and Literature Review

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Adult intussusception is rare, in sharp contrast to childhood intussusception. It’s often considered a distinct disease entity from the paediatric intussusception because of dissimilarities in the aetiology, clinical presentation and management options. Operative treatment is mandatory for the management of colonic intussusception in the adult patient as many cases are associated with bowel tumours.

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Amphetamine Induced Reverse Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy: Case Report and Review of Literature

1. Abstract Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is a clinical syndrome characterized by an acute and transient left ventricular dysfunction usually triggered by an emotional or physical stressful event. The hallmark of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is a presentation similar to acute coronary syndrome but with no evidence of obstructive coronary artery disease.

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Occupational Lead Poisoning in Patients Attended at a University Hospital in Minas Gerais

1. Summary Lead is a heavy metal that has been used since ancient times, including in the production of wine with the aim of sweetening and reducing acidity. In the 1920s, this compound was added to gasoline, believing that it would result in better functioning of the automobile engine.

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Glaucoma-Silent Thief of Sight, a Study on Prevalence and Risk Factors among Adult Patients Attending Ophthalmology Department in a Tertiary Care Hospital

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Globally, glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness, next to cataract. As per American academy of ophthalmology study 2014, it was estimated that 76 million people worldwide would suffer from glaucoma by 2020, and it is expected that by 2040 that number will increase to 111.8 million.

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Red Blood Cell Transfusions May Have the Stongest Analgesic Effect during Acute Painful Crises in Sickle Cell Diseases

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: The hardened red blood cells (RBC)-induced capillary endothelial damage, inflammation, edema, and fibrosis are initiated at birth, and terminate with disseminated tissue hypoxia, acute painful crises, multiorgan failures, and sudden death even at childhood in the sickle cell diseases (SCD).

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Effect of Ethanolic Extract of Abrus precatorius Leaves on Liver Enzymes in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Male Rats

1. Abstract Increased metabolic disorders are generally linked to the progression of diabetes mellitus (DM). In this study, we looked into the effects of the ethanolic extract of Abrus precatorius (A. precatorius) leaves on liver enzymes and glycaemia in alloxan-induced diabetic male rats.

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