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Hypercalcemia due to Elevated 1,25 dihydroxyvitamin D in Tophaceous Gout - Case Report and Literature Review

Published on: 22nd November, 2024

Granulomatous diseases can cause hypercalcemia due to elevated 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D through the production of 1-α hydroxylase by macrophages in the granulomas. Tophaceous gout is not considered to cause this picture. However, there are a few case reports of this occurrence in tophaceous gout, as well as the description of intense 1-α hydroxylase activity in granulomas of tophi in gout patients. We review this literature, and we report a well-documented case of hypercalcemia with elevated serum 1,25 dihydroxyvitamin D in a patient with extensive tophaceous gout and tophi loaded with granulomas. An extensive work-up ruled out other causes of hypercalcemia and granulomatous diseases. Prednisone corrected the chemical abnormalities. Diffuse tophaceous gout should be considered a rare cause of hypercalcemia due to excessive 1,25 dihydroxy vitamin D.
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Efficiency of Artificial Intelligence for Interpretation of Chest Radiograms in the Republic of Tajikistan

Published on: 25th November, 2024

The article presents data from recent publications and own data on screening studies with interpretation of chest radiographs using artificial intelligence CAD (Computer-Assisted Diagnosis), which, according to WHO recommendations, provides more accurate clinical thresholds for deciding who needs to take a sputum test. Another aspect of the WHO recommendations is the cost-effectiveness of CAD as a tool for triaging patients with tuberculosis symptoms in low-income countries with a high incidence of tuberculosis. Compared with smear microscopy and GeneXpert, without preliminary sorting, the use of mobile digital X-ray machines equipped with a CAD tool reduces costs, allowing sorting of individuals suspected of having tuberculosis for testing on GeneXpert, while reducing the time to start tuberculosis treatment.Thus, conducting a study using portable X-ray machines using a CAD program is a low-cost and easy-to-implement method, does not require large funds, does not require separate rooms, is highly effective, has good image quality, allows you to quickly clarify individuals suspected of having tuberculosis, differentiating it from other pathological changes in the lungs.Our experience shows that machine analysis of chest computed tomography data, due to the higher resolution capabilities of the method and the absence of fundamental disadvantages of radiography, including the effect of shadow summation, the presence of “blind” zones, etc., is finding increasing application in both diagnostics and screening of respiratory diseases. Our use of this tool allowed us to identify additional new cases of phthisio-onco-pulmonary diseases in field conditions.
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Closure of Post-infarct Basal Ventricular Septal Defect by Using an Atrial Septal Defect Closure Device: A Case Report

Published on: 25th November, 2024

Ventricular Septal Defect, also known as VSD is a rare and life-threatening complication associated with MI. Therefore, it should be immediately diagnosed and treated. Transcatheter closure of the ventricular septal defect is a new alternative treatment approach compared to surgery. In this case, we presented a patient with post-infarct basal ventricular septal defect whose ventricular septal defect was closed using an atrial septal defect closure device. The ability to successfully close such a large defect via catheter is promising for the treatment of patients with VSD.
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Medication Compliance and Affecting Factors in Elderly Type 2 Diabetic Patients in Turkey

Published on: 25th November, 2024

Objective: This research was conducted to determine medication compliance and factors affecting compliance with type 2 diabetes patients in public hospitals.Method: This research is a descriptive type of research, which is one of the Quantitative research types. There was no sample selection in the study, and the study was conducted with 100 patients who met the Inclusion criteria. Research data was collected between December 2022 and June 2023. Results: The patients ' compliance with the medication appears to be at a moderate level. The difference in the Medication Compliance Reporting scale mean scores difference According to the patients' genders, whom they live with, marital status, diabetes duration, treatment method, and daily insulin application the status is not statistically significant. Conclusion: In this study, it was determined that the medication compliance of elderly type 2 diabetic patients was at a moderate level. It is recommended That nurses organize awareness training on the factors affecting medication compliance of elderly type 2 diabetic patients and That the research be conducted​ with a larger sample group.
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Anterior Laparoscopic Approach Combined with Posterior Approach for Lumbosacral Neurolysis: A Case Report

Published on: 25th November, 2024

Background and importance: Sacral fractures often lead to injuries of the lumbosacral nerve, which will cause tremendous damage to the patient’s motor and sensory functions. At present, the most commonly used surgical method is the posterior median approach, the extent and degree of neurolysis are often insufficient, so the effect of neurolysis is not well, and the functional recovery of patients after operation is often incomplete.Clinical presentation: The patient was a 17-year-old male who accidentally fell from a height and landed on his hip. The main clinical feature of the patient was persistent radiating pain in the right lower extremity with right lower limb sensorimotor disorder. The results of the X-ray examination indicated a sacral fracture and a right pubic fracture. After the injury, the patient underwent pelvic internal fixation surgery within 72 hours. Then 6 months after the surgery, there was no significant improvement in right lower limb function, and the patient came to our hospital seeking treatment. Considering the severe lumbosacral plexus injury and the history of surgery, we performed an “Anterior surgery approach combined with posterior approach for lumbosacral neurolysis” for the patient, postoperative radiation pain disappeared completely, and there were significant improvements in the muscle strength of some muscles and sensory function.Conclusion: The relaxation of the lumbosacral plexus is usually performed through a single surgical approach, which has great limitations in the effect of relaxation. Here, we demonstrate a case in which posterior lumbar incision and anterior laparoscopic lumbosacral plexus neurolysis can benefit the patient, the lumbosacral nerve was released to a great extent. We aim to bring this case to the attention of our worldwide neurosurgical colleagues and share our surgical approach to assist those who may encounter this case in the future.
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Prevention of Atrial Fibrillation using Vaughan Williams Class IC Drugs for Multiple Premature AtrialContractions: A Clinical Observational Study

Published on: 8th November, 2024

Background: Atrial fibrillation (A-Fib) poses a significant clinical challenge, particularly in the elderly and those with hypertension. If A-Fib represents one stage in the spectrum of electrical degeneration caused by aging-induced remodeling of the left atrial wall, catheter ablation is not an essential treatment. The efficacy of Vaughan Williams Class IC drug in preventing the progression of multiple premature atrial contractions (mPAC) toward paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF) and A-Fib in the earlier stage of histological change was investigated.Method and results: Group A (4 patients with mPAC) and Group B (9 patients with PAF) were treated with Class IC drugs. Treatment outcomes were compared between these two Groups and Group C (8 patients with chronic A-Fib). Follow-up assessments were performed to evaluate the maintenance of sinus rhythm. All mPAC patients maintained sinus rhythm during the follow-up period. In the PAF group, 8 out of 9 patients maintained their sinus rhythm. Conclusion: Early treatment with Class IC drugs shows promise in preventing the progression of A-Fib and maintaining sinus rhythm in patients with mPAC and PAF. These findings highlight the potential role of pharmacological therapy in delaying the onset of A-Fib, thereby improving clinical outcomes and reducing the need for invasive procedures such as ablation.
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Expression of Cholinesterase in Bone Tumors, Blood and Cord Blood

Published on: 27th November, 2024

The present study aimed to analyze Cholinesterase (CE) levels in cord blood from preeclamptic women and to evaluate cholinesterase status in patients with osteosarcoma. Serum cholinesterase levels were assessed in 30 cases of osteosarcoma and 30 controls suffering from musculoskeletal pain. Additionally, maternal and cord blood samples were collected from 25 women with preeclampsia and compared with those from 25 normotensive pregnant women and 25 normal, healthy controls. The results indicated that serum cholinesterase levels were significantly lower in osteosarcoma patients (Group I) compared to those with musculoskeletal pain (Group II, p < 0.05). Similarly, cholinesterase levels were reduced in the maternal blood of women with preeclampsia when compared to normotensive controls. Cord blood cholinesterase levels were lower in the infants of normotensive mothers, with levels reaching 88.65% of the maternal levels. Furthermore, cord blood cholinesterase levels were significantly lower in preeclamptic women compared to normotensive pregnant women. When comparing cholinesterase levels to those of normal controls, it was observed that CE levels were significantly elevated in both normotensive and preeclamptic women. The findings of low serum cholinesterase levels in this study suggest that cholinesterase secreted by osteoblasts is utilized in bone formation and tumorigenesis. Additionally, the decrease in cholinesterase levels associated with preeclampsia may be linked to the loss of muscarinic cholinergic receptors that occur in this condition.
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Impact of Intravenous Busulfan Pharmacokinetics on Safety in Pediatric Patients who have undergone Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant

Published on: 3rd December, 2024

Introduction: Busulfan (Bu)-based regimens are crucial for myeloablative conditioning in pediatric allogeneic stem cell transplantation. Despite its efficacy, Intravenous Bu has a narrow therapeutic index and variable pharmacodynamics especially in children, heightening the risk of adverse events. This study explores Bu dosing and related organ toxicities in pediatric patients at a tertiary center in Saudi Arabia.Methodology: This retrospective study at King Fahad Specialist Hospital in Dammam (KFSH-D), Saudi Arabia, included pediatric patients (≤16 years) treated with intravenous Bu before bone marrow transplantation from 2010 to 2022. Pharmacokinetic dose adjustments were based on AUC targets of 900-1350 µMol-min. Descriptive measures included mean, Standard Deviation (SD), median, minimum-maximum values, counts, and percentages. Statistical analyses used Kruskal-Wallis, Chi-square, and Fisher’s exact tests. Ethical approval was obtained from KFSH-D.Results: We identified 44 pediatric patients who underwent Bu prior to HSCT. Mean age was 4.95 ± 2.49 years, with a female majority (56.8%). Primary diseases included Beta Thalassemia (34.09%), Neuroblastoma (29.55%) among others. There was no significant difference in the cohort’s demographic and clinical features of the cohort. Nonetheless, higher infections were found in the Low-AUC group (66.7%) compared to the Target-AUC (40.0%) and Higher-AUC groups (0.0%) (p = 0.015).Conclusion: This study emphasizes the need for therapeutic drug monitoring and individualized Bu dosing in pediatric HSCT to minimize toxicity and improve outcomes. Larger multicenter studies are recommended to refine dosing strategies and enhance the safety and efficacy of Bu-based regimens.
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Organizational and Human Factors in Dentistry: A Macroergonomic Approach to Maximize Dental Practice Performance and Minimize Burnout and Psychophysical Stress

Published on: 16th December, 2024

The psychophysical impact of a high-complexity environment such as the dental office is not a novelty. This article outlines the organizational and human factors that impact the overall health of dentists, assistants, hygienists, and administrative staff. A careless organizational and human factors approach cannot only function as a stress and error trigger but also affect the highly precise requirements of dentistry and task performance in the daily demands of the office. Ergonomics and human factors principles guidelines should be structured and taught from the basics in dental schools and supported by prevention programs and interventions in the dental professional field, as in other industries, to promote safety, health, and efficiency within the integration of humans, systems, and environments.Usually, the main focus of dentistry research is the physical aspect of the job; the high rates of musculoskeletal disorders are a real problem, but the cognitive-organizational element of the job is not a minimal issue, which highly contributes to physical-emotional exhaustion in the work environment.A fatigued mind impacts the physical aspect of the job, and physical fatigue impacts the mental aspect of the job. This dual effect in a job that requires dealing with anxiety and fear patients, administrative situations in the office, financial aspects, and technical and skill aspects from the dentist, among other requirements, makes dentistry a unique profession.This article addresses the components of the factors that promote cognitive depletion in our field and provides simple tips on controlling them to avoid burnout among dentists. It highlights the importance of awareness of how we manage the organization in the office and the effect on human behavior and performance. It wants to bring to light a common problem for dental practitioners and the workforce to prevent health and performance decrease.
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In Coronary Angiography, Transradial Versus Transfemoral Access: What Are Patients’ Perspectives?

Published on: 16th December, 2024

Objective: Current guidelines favour radial access (TRA) over femoral access (TFA) for percutaneous coronary interventions due to lower bleeding risks and quicker patient recovery. This study compares patient satisfaction and complications between the two methods to identify the most suitable access route in coronary angiography (CAG).Materials and methods: A total of 152 patients who underwent CAG between February and June 2024 at our clinic were included. The operator and patient made access site decisions. Patients were surveyed 24 hours post-procedure, and complications were tracked for one month. The primary endpoint was patient satisfaction, while complications were classified as minor and major bleeding, pseudoaneurysm, hematoma, and spasm.Results: Of the 152 patients, 33% (n = 50) underwent TRA and 67% (n = 102) underwent TFA. Minor bleeding occurred in 16% (n = 24) and major bleeding in 0.02% (n = 3) patients. Pre-procedure anxiety, satisfaction with the access method, and awareness of TRA showed no significant differences between groups. However, post-procedure pain was higher in the TRA group (46% vs. 15%, p < 0.001), and systolic blood pressure was slightly elevated in the TRA group. Anxiety was more common in females, while elderly and obese patients showed no significant differences in bleeding or complications.Conclusion: Despite TRA’s benefits, no significant difference in satisfaction between TRA and TFA was observed. Patient preferences, radial artery spasms in females, and improved TFA techniques may influence outcomes. A shared decision-making process between operator and patient seems optimal for access site choice, with further investigation into patient satisfaction factors warranted.
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The Ailments and their Treatments & Function of Integumentary Systems: A Details Review

Published on: 7th January, 2025

A details development in recent dermal studies being carried out and purposed dermal studies is investigated in this research review globally and the various disease and process functions and treatment with symptoms and etiology and pathophysiology of skin-related issues are studies and practically feasible solution of various integumentary systems related problem and it’s function is researched and almost 30 types of common skin related diseases and remedies studies by researcher and it’s company KIRDPL in global perspectives and especially in tropical climate zone in various cases in patients is mentioned including plastic surgery to gene therapy and dermabrasion to the genetic disease as well. The integumentary systems in the animal kingdom as a whole are focused and homosapiens' human dermal functions and their development and future developments of stem cells laboratory-grown skin coats of different colors for shedding and treatments of cancerous skin and integumentary system and gene therapy of the ailments are discussed.
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Drug Rehabilitation Centre-based Survey on Drug Dependence in District Shimla Himachal Pradesh

Published on: 6th January, 2025

Aim and objective: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and characteristics of drug dependency among patients in various rehabilitation centers in the Shimla district. Introduction: Drug abuse is a multifaceted and significant issue impacting individuals worldwide, and the city of Shimla in Himachal Pradesh is no exception. Despite its reputation as a picturesque hill station known for its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, Shimla faces challenges related to substance abuse. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted, gathering demographic data, drug history, and indicators of dependency from the participants.Results: The findings revealed that 60% of the patients were drug-dependent, with 44% addicted to heroin and 11% to alcohol. Additionally, 60% of the patients reported a family history of chemical dependency. The study also identified associated psychological disorders such as depression and anxiety, as well as interpersonal and environmental factors like peer pressure and coping mechanisms such as avoidance and denial. Conclusion: These findings underscore the complexity of drug dependency, highlighting the need for comprehensive, multidimensional approaches to address the medical, emotional, and social aspects of addiction.
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Recurrent Pancreatitis Associated with CFTR Heterozygous Mutation

Published on: 7th January, 2025

This case report discusses a 74-year-old male patient diagnosed with recurrent pancreatitis associated with a CFTR heterozygous mutation. The patient presented with complaints of epigastric pain, and laboratory findings revealed elevated amylase and lipase levelsGenetic testing revealed a p.Phe1052Val (c.3154T>G) heterozygous mutation in the CFTR gene, which has been associated with recurrent pancreatitis through autosomal dominant inheritance. A cystic lesion detected in the pancreas (suggestive of IPMN or serous cystic neoplasm) was evaluated for malignancy and deemed low-risk based on PET-CT findings and a negative CA 19-9 level. This case is presented to emphasize that CFTR mutations should be considered in the differential diagnosis of patients with recurrent pancreatitis, that symptoms may present in adulthood, and that the diagnosis can be easily established through genetic testing.
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Surgical Fetal Stem Cell Transplant into Heart Failure Patients Long-term Results at 14 Years

Published on: 8th January, 2025

Direct myocardial transplant of HFDSCs (human fetal derived stem cells) by open chest surgical procedure was performed in 10 patients with Heart Failure (HF) due to no ischemic, no chagasic dilated cardiomyopathy. All 10 patients survived the operation. At 40 months, the mean (±SD) NYHA class decreased from 3.4 ± 0.5 to 1.33 ± 0.5 (p = .001); the mean EF increased 31%, from 26.6% ± F) 34.8% ± 7.2% (p = .005); and the mean ETT increased 291.3%, from 4.25 minutes to 16.63 minutes (128.9% increase in metabolic equivalents, from 2.46 to 5.63) (p < .0001); the mean LVEDD decreased 15%, from 6.85 ± 0.6 cm to 5.80 ± 0.58 cm (p < .001); mean performance in the 6-minute walk test increased by 43.2%, from 251 ± 113.1 seconds to 360  0 seconds (p = .01); the mean distance increased 64.4%, from 284.4  144.9 m to 468.2 ± 89.8 m (p = .004); and the mean result in the Minnesota test decreased from 71 ± 27.3 to 6 ± 5.9 (p < .001). Six patients survived after 40 months; 5 of them had complete reverse remodeling after 3 months after transplants. The average age at the moment of the transplants was 62 years (s/d 11.6). Results: The first patient died at 5,4 years for an infection; the second patient died at,7,4 years for heart failure; the third patient died at 8,4 years for heart failure; the fourth patient died at 10 years for heart failure and the fifth patient died at 14,4 years after transplant at the age of 83 for heart failure. The average age at the moment of death was 70 years (s/d12.9). The survival rate at 4 years was 100% (K/M) and at 14 years (25%K/M). Conclusion: These initial worldwide experiences with the surgical direct transplant of liver fetal stem cells in patients with end-stage HF shows clearly the positive effect in the reverse remodeling of the left ventricle of 50% of the cohort and excellent long-term results in these types of patients opening a new avenue for treating end-stage HF patients without any other option of treatment.
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A Study of Endoscopic and Clinical Profile of Dyspepsia in Afghan Momand Medical Complex & Research Center, Eastern Region, Nangarhar, Afghanistan

Published on: 10th January, 2025

Dyspepsia refers to acute, chronic, or recurrent pain or discomfort centered in the upper abdomen. An international committee of clinical investigators (Rome III Committee) has defined Dyspepsia as Epigastric pain or Burning, early satiety, or postprandial fullness Dyspepsia occurs in 15 % of the Adult population and accounts for 3% of general medical office visits. The descriptive study was carried out in Eastern Afghanistan, Afghan Momand Medical Complex & Research Center, Department of Gastroenterology, during the years 2023-2024. To know the Clinico-Endoscopy of Dyspepsia, for patients who present with investigated Dyspepsia to Gastroenterological OPD & IPD. The study result showed, there were a total of patients 467, and of these patients 230 were Male and 237 were Female. According to the Age, 45 patients were under Age <20, 219 patients were between the ages 21-40 years, 130 patients were between ages 41-60 years and 73 patients were over 60 years of Age. However according to the presentation, 357 patients had Dyspepsia, 59 patients had Dysphagia, 13 patients had Chronic Liver Diseases & Screened for Varices, 3 patients presented after Acid ingestion, 2 patients had Anemia, 11 patients had persistent vomiting and 22 patients had suspected GI-Bleeding. Furthermore in Esophageal findings from a total of 467 patients 34 patients had Esophageal Candidacies, 6 patients had Esophageal Narrowing, 25 patients had Esophageal Growth, 71 patients had Hiatus Hernia, 180 patients had LA Grade A Esophagitis, 21 patients had LA Grade B Esophagitis, 6 patients had LA Grade C Esophagitis, 3 patient had LA Grade D Esophagitis. 16 patients had Lax Lower Esophageal Sphincter, 9 Patients had High-Risk Esophageal Varices, 3 patients had Small Esophageal Varices and 150 patients had Normal Esophagus and in Gastric findings from total all above patients, 4 patients had Antral Gastritis, 50 patients had Corpus Gastritis, 1 patient had Fundal Gastritis, 4 patients had Nodular Gastritis, 199 patients had Pan-Gastritis, 108 patients have Severe Pan Erosive Gastritis, 23 patient had Gastric Erosions, 6 patients had PHG (Portal Hypertensive Gastropathy), 3 Patients had Fundal Varices, 5 patients had Gastric Polyps, 5 patients had Gastric Growth, 2 patients had Pyloric Stenosis, 8 patients stomach not seen due to Esophageal Growth, 67 patients stomach were normal. In the present study there were Duodenal findings from a total of the above patients 48 had Duodenitis, 2 patients had Duodenal Polyps, 2 patients had duodenal ulcers, 1 patient had Duodenopathy, 2 patients had Duodenopathy, 2 patients Duodenum not seen due to Pyloric Stenosis and 413 patients Duodenum were normal. Regarding the habits in our study in which a total of 467 patients were examined 135 of the above patients had snuff habits, 103 patients had smoking habits, 2 patients were Heroin addicts and 227 of the total patients didn’t have any habits (the majority of them were using spicy food, overfeeding, drinking of nonalcoholic beverages, fatty foods, NSAIDs ...) and the higher incidence of Dyspepsia was in Female patients, Also with the age between 21-40 years (43%) patients, Also the higher incidence of Dysphagia 47% were in patients with Age >60 years, the Endoscopy showed that 83% patients had Gastritis also higher incidence regarding the habits 29% had snuff habit and 22% had a smoking habit.
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Double-Positive Anti-GBM and ANCA Vasculitis: 2 Case Reports and Review of the Literature

Published on: 21st January, 2025

Double-Positive Patients (DPPs), characterized by the simultaneous presence of Anti-Neutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody (ANCA) and anti-Glomerular Basement Membrane (anti-GBM) antibodies, represent a rare subset in systemic vasculitis. We present two cases of DPPs with renal involvement and review the existing literature to elucidate the clinical characteristics, histopathological findings, management strategies, and prognostic outcomes associated with this condition. Both cases exhibited renal involvement with rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis, requiring renal replacement therapy. Renal biopsies confirmed crescentic glomerulonephritis with features of both anti-GBM disease and ANCA-associated vasculitis. Management included high-dose glucocorticoids, cyclophosphamide, and consideration of plasma exchanges. Double-positive ANCA and anti-GBM vasculitis pose challenges in management and prognosis. Further research is essential to improve therapeutic strategies for this rare and heterogeneous condition.
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PTM-Fetuin-A: A Novel Biomarker for Early Detection of Diabetic Kidney Disease

Published on: 24th January, 2025

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a significant public health issue with a rising prevalence globally. Diabetic kidney disease (DKD), a leading cause of CKD, necessitates improved biomarkers for early detection and effective management. Traditional markers such as serum creatinine, estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), and albuminuria have notable limitations in sensitivity and specificity, especially for early detection. Fetuin-A, specifically its post-translationally modified form (PTM-Fetuin-A), has emerged as a potential novel biomarker for DKD. This study evaluates PTM-Fetuin-A in a cohort of Bulgarian patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, assessing its correlation with traditional markers such as albuminuria and eGFR. Significant correlations were observed between PTM-Fetuin-A and these indicators (e.g., Pearson’s r = 0.447, p = 0.025 for albuminuria), highlighting its ability to detect early kidney function decline. Furthermore, PTM-Fetuin-A demonstrated potential as a non-invasive tool for identifying normoalbuminuric DKD, addressing gaps left by conventional biomarkers. By offering additional prognostic value, PTM-Fetuin-A could improve the early diagnosis and clinical management of diabetic patients, reducing the burden of CKD.
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Clinical Significance of Anterograde Angiography for Preoperative Evaluation in Patients with Varicose Veins

Published on: 23rd January, 2025

Objective: To investigate the clinical significance of preoperative lower extremity venography in patients with varicose veins.Methods: From February 2019 to July 2023, 498 patients (583 diseased lower limbs) with lower limb varicose veins as the first symptom were selected and admitted to the Seventh People’s Hospital of Chongqing. Paracentesis of the deep veins of the lower extremities was performed in all affected limbs to observe the morphology of the deep veins from the ankle to the pelvis, the patency of the deep veins, and the reflux of contrast medium when the patients performed the Valsalva manoeuvre. The aetiology of varicose veins was analysed according to the imaging manifestations and individualised treatment plans were formulated according to the different aetiologies.Results: The imaging success rate of 583 diseased lower limbs was 100%, of which 285 (48.9%) were primary lower limb deep vein valve insufficiency, 186 (32%) were simple superficial varicose veins, 63 (10. 8%) were iliac vein compression syndromes, 41 (5%) were post-thrombotic syndromes of the deep veins of the lower limbs and the others (primary deep vein avascularity of the lower limbs, bifemoral venous malformations, congenital varicose vein osteohypertrophy syndrome, tumour compression, etc.) 8 articles (1.37%).Conclusion: The advantages of lower extremity deep vein bypass angiography are simple operation, low trauma, and high specificity, which can help to diagnose the aetiology of lower extremity varicose veins and guide the clinical treatment.
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Ischemic Stroke and Myocarditis Revealing Behçet’s Disease in a Young Adult: Diagnostic Challenges and Therapeutic Perspectives

Published on: 28th January, 2025

Introduction: Behçet’s disease is a rare, systemic, inflammatory condition that primarily affects young adults. It is characterized by a variety of clinical manifestations. However, neurological and cardiac presentations remain uncommon and often delayed in diagnosis. This disease can lead to severe complications, such as ischemic strokes and myocarditis, highlighting the systemic and complex nature of the condition.Case presentation: A 27-year-old patient was hospitalized after experiencing an ischemic stroke and myocarditis, which revealed Behçet’s disease. He had a history of oral and cutaneous ulcers, without a prior diagnosis of Behçet. Upon admission, brain imaging confirmed an ischemic stroke, and echocardiography and cardiac MRI showed acute myocarditis. Biological tests confirmed elevated systemic inflammation, which guided the treatment plan. The initial treatment included corticosteroids, immunosuppressors (azathioprine), and cardioprotective therapy. The patient showed significant clinical improvements, although mild deficits persist.Discussion: Myocarditis in Behçet’s disease is a rare but severe manifestation resulting from inflammation of the heart walls, often associated with other systemic vascular involvement. Although less common than oral or cutaneous ulcers, myocarditis can lead to acute heart dysfunction and even heart failure if not treated promptly. It is generally caused by an excessive inflammatory response, often associated with immune system activation, which affects the coronary circulation and damages the cardiac muscle. Treatment for myocarditis in this context relies on high-dose corticosteroids to control inflammation, followed by long-term immunosuppressive medications like azathioprine. While the initial treatment often leads to a rapid improvement in cardiac function, the risk of long-term complications, such as dilated cardiomyopathy or heart failure, remains high. Close follow-up is therefore essential to prevent these complications and optimize the long-term cardiac prognosis of patients with this rare disease.Conclusion: The progression of myocarditis in Behçet’s disease can be favorable if diagnosed and treated early, with significant improvement in cardiac function achieved through the use of corticosteroids and immunosuppressive therapy. However, the long-term prognosis remains uncertain due to the risk of chronic cardiac complications, such as dilated cardiomyopathy or heart failure.
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Analysis of Acoustic Parameters of Voice Jitter and Shimmer in Children with Dysphonia after Laryngeal Surgery

Published on: 4th February, 2025

The article conducted a study of computer acoustic analysis of Jitter and Shimmer voice parameters in children with dysphonia after laryngeal surgery. The study found that children with dysphonia had significantly lower preoperative Jitter and Shimmer scores (574359, 587, and 2.3) compared to healthy children (1316743.376 and 4.84). At 1 month after surgery, affected children showed a decrease in Jitter and Shimmer indices compared with these acoustic indices before surgery. However, at 2 months, there was a significant increase in Jitter and Shimmer scores, and at 3 months, Jitter and Shimmer scores were comparable to Jitter and Shimmer scores in healthy children without dysphonia. The results of the study show that the method of analyzing the acoustic parameters of the voice Jitter and Shimmer allows a phoniatrist to objectively assess the occurrence of a voice disease in patients with dysphonia, and this method is the most accurate criterion for determining the pathologies of dysphonia and determining the treatment program for the disease.
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