Case Report
PhasixTM non-ST Mesh for Giant Paraoesophageal Hernias – The Way of the Future?
1.1 Background Mesh reinforcement can be used as an adjunct in giant paraoesophagal hernias repairs. The use of synthetic mesh is associated with significant morbidity whereas biologic mesh is associated with higher rates of recurrence. We aim to assess the safety and effectiveness of biosynthetic absorbable PhasixTM non-ST mesh in the repair of giant paraoesophageal hernias.
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Late-onset Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis with Mild Symptoms: A Case Report
1. Abstract Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX) typically presents with infantile diarrhea, juvenile cataracts, and tendon xanthomas. We report a diagnostically challenging case of late-onset CTX in a 48-year-old male presenting with isolated progressive
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Postoperative Pyoderma Gangrenosum: A Diagnostic Challenge
1. Abstract 1.1. Background Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is an autoinflammatory phenomenon of the skin, frequently linked with common autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel diseases. Postoperative PG (PPG) is an uncommon pathergy variant that often mimics surgical site infection.
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A Complex Autoimmune Case Complicated by Cat Scratch Disease
1. Abstract A 30-year-old female patient with a complex medical history, in cluding autoimmune hemolytic anemia, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and hyperthyroidism, has experienced recurrent blood cell decreases over the past 17 years. Recently, she was admitted to the hospital due to a 6-day history of fever, which was slightly alleviated by ibuprofen, but the fever recurred in termittently.
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ANCA-Associated Vasculitis Masquerading as Refractory Pneumonia: A Diagnostic Challenge and Lessons Learned
1. Abstract We present the case of a 66-year-old woman hospitalized for a 7-day history of cough, pro-ductile sputum, chills, and fever, initially managed as community-acquired pneumonia.
Circulating Protein Biomarkers in Breast Cancer: Clinical Significance and Integration with Molecular Signature
1. Abstract Breast cancer is biologically heterogeneous; the best way to manage the disease is to have biomarkers that represent the fixed molecular phenotype of the tumor in addition to a dynamic.
Intravenous Recombinant Tissue Plasminogen Activator (Rt-PA) Induced Life-Threatening Angioedema
1. Abstract An 85-year-old woman with a prior cerebrovascular accident presented with sudden right-sided weakness and aphasia (NI HSS 15). She received intravenous recombinant tissue plasminogen activator (rt-PA) followed by successful mechani.