Endocrine Emergencies: Adrenal Crisis
... cortisol of <9 μg/dL (248nmol/L) after 250μg cosyntropin or random total cortisol <10μg/dL ...
... cortisol of <9 μg/dL (248nmol/L) after 250μg cosyntropin or random total cortisol <10μg/dL ...
Essential fatty acid status in neonates after fish
... The effects of fish-oil consumption were compared with the combined control group (olive oil and no supplement) because the amounts of linoleic acid (18:2n-6) and oleic acid (18 : ln-9) given in the olive-oil supplement were very small ( < 3 % and < 10YOrespectively) compared with the average intake ...
... The effects of fish-oil consumption were compared with the combined control group (olive oil and no supplement) because the amounts of linoleic acid (18:2n-6) and oleic acid (18 : ln-9) given in the olive-oil supplement were very small ( < 3 % and < 10YOrespectively) compared with the average intake ...
Utilization of Mechanical Ventilation for Asthma
... either form of MV in 2008 versus 2000, adjusting for potential confounders. First we tested the bivariable association of putative risk factors with receipt of MV, and then included those found significant at p < 0.10 in our final multivariable model. We also included factors clinically known to inf ...
... either form of MV in 2008 versus 2000, adjusting for potential confounders. First we tested the bivariable association of putative risk factors with receipt of MV, and then included those found significant at p < 0.10 in our final multivariable model. We also included factors clinically known to inf ...
resistant hypertension
... with hypertension. Most of this disease is renoparenchymal in nature, although renovascular hypertension occurs in about 1-2% of cases. Primary hyperaldosteronism has also been suggested to occur with reasonable frequency in resistant hypertension, based on the reported prevalence of abnormal plasma ...
... with hypertension. Most of this disease is renoparenchymal in nature, although renovascular hypertension occurs in about 1-2% of cases. Primary hyperaldosteronism has also been suggested to occur with reasonable frequency in resistant hypertension, based on the reported prevalence of abnormal plasma ...
IL-1
... not be used in dialysis patients and is given in lower doses in patients with renal disease or with P gylcoprotein or CYP3A4 inhibitors such as clarithromycin that can increase toxicity or colchicine. Pegloticase is a new urate-lowering biologic agent that can be effective in patients allergic to or ...
... not be used in dialysis patients and is given in lower doses in patients with renal disease or with P gylcoprotein or CYP3A4 inhibitors such as clarithromycin that can increase toxicity or colchicine. Pegloticase is a new urate-lowering biologic agent that can be effective in patients allergic to or ...
Severe sepsis and septic shock are a leading cause of
... non-critically ill adult patients admitted to general patient care units, patients with newly diagnosed hyperglycemia had a significantly higher mortality rate and a lower functional outcome compared with known diabetic patients or normoglycemic patients (Capes, et al. 2001). Hyperglycemia may be le ...
... non-critically ill adult patients admitted to general patient care units, patients with newly diagnosed hyperglycemia had a significantly higher mortality rate and a lower functional outcome compared with known diabetic patients or normoglycemic patients (Capes, et al. 2001). Hyperglycemia may be le ...
Standard Treatment Protocol
... Our nation has made progress in almost every field and we are marching ahead. In medical science we are no less developed than the developed world. All kinds of treatment involving high technology and skill are available with us. However, high maternal mortality is a blotch on the face of our nation ...
... Our nation has made progress in almost every field and we are marching ahead. In medical science we are no less developed than the developed world. All kinds of treatment involving high technology and skill are available with us. However, high maternal mortality is a blotch on the face of our nation ...
SELECTED CASES
... 1 Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Endocrinology, Izmir, Turkey 2 Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Izmir, Turkey 3 Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pathology, Izmir, Turkey Aim: Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHP) is the most common c ...
... 1 Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Endocrinology, Izmir, Turkey 2 Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Izmir, Turkey 3 Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pathology, Izmir, Turkey Aim: Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHP) is the most common c ...
Corrections
... Which of the following statements is true regarding drug dosing in AKI? A. All patients should be dosed for a creatinine clearance <10 mL/min. B. Pharmacokinetic parameters do not usually change so dose adjustment is not needed. C. Although elimination may be decreased, the volume of distribution sh ...
... Which of the following statements is true regarding drug dosing in AKI? A. All patients should be dosed for a creatinine clearance <10 mL/min. B. Pharmacokinetic parameters do not usually change so dose adjustment is not needed. C. Although elimination may be decreased, the volume of distribution sh ...
Left Ventricular Non Left Ventricular Non
... Conclusion: A special regional deformation pattern (preserved deformation in basal segments of LVNC) seems to be of major diagnostic help for the definite differential diagnosis of LVNC and DCM. ...
... Conclusion: A special regional deformation pattern (preserved deformation in basal segments of LVNC) seems to be of major diagnostic help for the definite differential diagnosis of LVNC and DCM. ...
Phenobarbital - Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital
... Because of the induction of microsomal enzymes previously mentioned, it is normal to see elevated liver enzymes (AST, ALP and ALT) on any blood chemistry that is performed. This makes interpretation of these values somewhat difficult. The blood level of phenobarbital attained in an individual is not ...
... Because of the induction of microsomal enzymes previously mentioned, it is normal to see elevated liver enzymes (AST, ALP and ALT) on any blood chemistry that is performed. This makes interpretation of these values somewhat difficult. The blood level of phenobarbital attained in an individual is not ...
Hysterectomy
... Today, more and more women and their doctors are questioning whether a hysterectomy is really needed for some of these conditions. Newer, minimally invasive techniques have been developed to treat fibroids, abnormal bleeding and endometriosis while leaving the female reproductive organs in place. Th ...
... Today, more and more women and their doctors are questioning whether a hysterectomy is really needed for some of these conditions. Newer, minimally invasive techniques have been developed to treat fibroids, abnormal bleeding and endometriosis while leaving the female reproductive organs in place. Th ...
Ultrasonography of the uterus and ovaries
... Interpretarea datelor furnizate de examinarea ecografică în stabilirea diagnosticului principalelor afecţiuni uterine sau ovariene necesită informaţii privind tehnica de examinare precum şi aprofundarea unor aspecte de ecoanatomie a sferei genitale feminine. Cuvinte cheie: ultrasonografie, uter, ova ...
... Interpretarea datelor furnizate de examinarea ecografică în stabilirea diagnosticului principalelor afecţiuni uterine sau ovariene necesită informaţii privind tehnica de examinare precum şi aprofundarea unor aspecte de ecoanatomie a sferei genitale feminine. Cuvinte cheie: ultrasonografie, uter, ova ...
Headache and CSF Interpretation
... 4. CSF lymphocytosis is not always due to viral meningitis 5. low CSF glucose and polymorphs in CSF not always due to bacterial meningitis 6. only test for xanthochromia if suspecting SAH – false positives ...
... 4. CSF lymphocytosis is not always due to viral meningitis 5. low CSF glucose and polymorphs in CSF not always due to bacterial meningitis 6. only test for xanthochromia if suspecting SAH – false positives ...
Osteoporosis-Deformity, Screening, and Treatment
... screening. The advantage of these devices is the ability to bring bone density assessment to a large portion of the population who otherwise would not be able to have the test. These machines cost considerably less than those that measure the hip and spine. One of the problems with peripheral testin ...
... screening. The advantage of these devices is the ability to bring bone density assessment to a large portion of the population who otherwise would not be able to have the test. These machines cost considerably less than those that measure the hip and spine. One of the problems with peripheral testin ...
Genetic Testing for Dilated Cardiomyopathy
... implantation, and/or an automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator (AICD). AICD placement for primary prevention also may be performed if criteria for low ejection fraction and/or other clinical symptoms are present. End-stage DCM can be treated with cardiac transplantation. Genetic DCM Genetic DCM ...
... implantation, and/or an automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator (AICD). AICD placement for primary prevention also may be performed if criteria for low ejection fraction and/or other clinical symptoms are present. End-stage DCM can be treated with cardiac transplantation. Genetic DCM Genetic DCM ...
The Management of Primary Aldosteronism: Case Detection
... Participants: The Task Force included a chair, selected by the Clinical Guidelines Subcommittee of the Endocrine Society, six additional experts, a methodologist, and a medical writer. The guideline was cosponsored by American Heart Association, American Association of Endocrine Surgeons, European S ...
... Participants: The Task Force included a chair, selected by the Clinical Guidelines Subcommittee of the Endocrine Society, six additional experts, a methodologist, and a medical writer. The guideline was cosponsored by American Heart Association, American Association of Endocrine Surgeons, European S ...
buminate 5% buminate 25%
... blood pressure, raised central venous pressure and pulmonary edema, the infusion is to be stopped immediately and patient’s hemodynamic parameters carefully monitored. When BUMINATE 5% is used following injuries or surgery, the quick rise in blood pressure which follows administration makes it neces ...
... blood pressure, raised central venous pressure and pulmonary edema, the infusion is to be stopped immediately and patient’s hemodynamic parameters carefully monitored. When BUMINATE 5% is used following injuries or surgery, the quick rise in blood pressure which follows administration makes it neces ...
Glaucoma: Clinical Pearls for Challenging Cases
... Some patients with PG: – Have a severe, difficult to treat form, of the disease and end up with severe vision loss at an early age – Are diagnosed at a late stage because of low suspicion of glaucoma in younger patients and high fluctuation in IOP (patients seen with normal IOP) ...
... Some patients with PG: – Have a severe, difficult to treat form, of the disease and end up with severe vision loss at an early age – Are diagnosed at a late stage because of low suspicion of glaucoma in younger patients and high fluctuation in IOP (patients seen with normal IOP) ...
Parathyroid Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment March
... invasive approach, which refers to the directed, unilateral resection of a solitary thyroid adenoma. This has been shown to decrease the overall cost of parathyroid surgery by decreasing operative time, length of hospital stay, and the elimination of frozen section costs while maintaining excellent ...
... invasive approach, which refers to the directed, unilateral resection of a solitary thyroid adenoma. This has been shown to decrease the overall cost of parathyroid surgery by decreasing operative time, length of hospital stay, and the elimination of frozen section costs while maintaining excellent ...
DICTIONARY
... Desaturation = This term describes a decrease in oxygen saturation. It is sometimes known as a “desat”. Preterm infants can have a desaturation that occurs suddenly and may be associated with apnea or choking while feeding. The oxygen saturation can sometimes return to normal without any assistance. ...
... Desaturation = This term describes a decrease in oxygen saturation. It is sometimes known as a “desat”. Preterm infants can have a desaturation that occurs suddenly and may be associated with apnea or choking while feeding. The oxygen saturation can sometimes return to normal without any assistance. ...
1 Stat 13, UCLA, Ivo Dinov
... z Goodness of fit tests can be compound (i.e., Have more than 2 categories): For example: Of 250 randomly selected CP college students is there evidence to show that there is a difference in area of home residence, defined as: Northern California (North of SLO); Southern California (In SLO or Sout ...
... z Goodness of fit tests can be compound (i.e., Have more than 2 categories): For example: Of 250 randomly selected CP college students is there evidence to show that there is a difference in area of home residence, defined as: Northern California (North of SLO); Southern California (In SLO or Sout ...
Deep gluteal syndrome
... Imaging guided intra-articular and extra-articular injections (local anesthetic and steroids) have been described to be very helpful, precise and reproducible for discriminating these complex pathologies [3]. Botulin toxin has been reported as an effective adjunt to physicial therapy in the treatmen ...
... Imaging guided intra-articular and extra-articular injections (local anesthetic and steroids) have been described to be very helpful, precise and reproducible for discriminating these complex pathologies [3]. Botulin toxin has been reported as an effective adjunt to physicial therapy in the treatmen ...
A Diagnostic Approach to Pruritus
... contact dermatitis, urticaria, and photodermatitis. New drugs (medications, nutritional supplements, illicit drugs) can lead to urticaria or fixed drug eruptions. Travel can expose a person to new foods that can trigger urticaria and to sunlight that can trigger photodermatitis. Travelers are also s ...
... contact dermatitis, urticaria, and photodermatitis. New drugs (medications, nutritional supplements, illicit drugs) can lead to urticaria or fixed drug eruptions. Travel can expose a person to new foods that can trigger urticaria and to sunlight that can trigger photodermatitis. Travelers are also s ...
Making the Diagnosis of Asthma
... gastroesophageal reflux disease.3 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is another common disease in the differential diagnosis for asthma, especially among adults with a history of tobacco use. In older patients, heart failure can present with intermittent symptoms of wheezing and breathless ...
... gastroesophageal reflux disease.3 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is another common disease in the differential diagnosis for asthma, especially among adults with a history of tobacco use. In older patients, heart failure can present with intermittent symptoms of wheezing and breathless ...