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Diabetic myonecrosis complicated by emphysematous pyomyositis and abscess caused by Escherichia coli: a case report
BackgroundNecrotizing myopathies and muscle necrosis can be caused by immune-mediated mechanisms, drugs, ischemia, and infections, and differential...
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A rare case report of the Cowden syndrome
Cowden syndrome (CS) is a rare autosomal dominant genodermatosis caused by a heterozygous germline mutation in the PTEN gene, found in nearly 80% of...
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Stigma and discrimination faced by adolescents living with HIV and experiencing depression in Malawi
BackgroundIn Malawi, approximately 25% of adolescents living with HIV (ALWH) also suffer from depression. Not only is HIV stigma a major contributor...
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Harnessing the potential of hydrogels for advanced therapeutic applications: current achievements and future directions
The applications of hydrogels have expanded significantly due to their versatile, highly tunable properties and breakthroughs in biomaterial...
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Cytokines in new-onset refractory status epilepticus: ready for clinical use?
New-onset refractory status epilepticus (NORSE) is a rare and challenging condition characterized by refractory status epilepticus in an otherwise...
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7 T and beyond: toward a synergy between fMRI-based presurgical map** at ultrahigh magnetic fields, AI, and robotic neurosurgery
Presurgical evaluation with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) can reduce postsurgical morbidity. Here, we discuss presurgical fMRI...
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Pulmonary metastatic gestational choriocarcinoma following an uncomplicated term pregnancy: a case report
BackgroundChoriocarcinoma is a highly malignant pregnancy-related trophoblastic neoplasm, characterized by early metastasis to the lungs. Therefore,...
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Right perirenal urinoma and urinothorax in an infant after neonatal ablation of posterior urethral valve: A rare complication diagnosed by pleural aspiration and treated with perinephric drainage: a case report
ObjectiveUrinothorax and urinoma are rare complications of obstructive uropathy. They might occur due to persistent high back pressure on the renal...
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Sigmoid and cecum colon volvulus: a case report
IntroductionColon volvulus is the twisting of a segment of colon on its mesenteric axis, which can lead to the obstruction of the lumen and the blood...
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An analysis of the predictive factors for stone clearance at primary ureteroscopy
BackgroundUreteric colic is a common emergency urological presentation [
1 ]. When operative intervention is required, retrograde ureteroscopy is the... -
Fibroblast: A Novel Target for Autoimmune and Inflammatory Skin Diseases Therapeutics
Fibroblasts are crucial components of the skin structure. They were traditionally believed to maintain the skin’s structure by producing...
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Clinical efficacy and identification of factors confer resistance to afatinib (tyrosine kinase inhibitor) in EGFR-overexpressing esophageal squamous cell carcinoma
Epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) is reportedly overexpressed in most esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) patients, but anti-EGFR...
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Diagnosis and management of COVID toes in outpatients: a case report
BackgroundSince the beginning of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, the most common skin lesions observed due to infection with the severe acute...
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Predictors of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Following Traumatic Injuries
ObjectiveAfter traumatic injury in pregnant women, providing timely and appropriate management for high-risk patients is crucial for both pregnant...
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Methanol extract of Abrus precatorius seeds on reproduction indices, hepatorenal profiles in female albino rats
BackgroundAbrus precatorious is a member of the leguminous family with characteristic red and black seeds. The roots, leaves and seeds of this plant...