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Role of Multimodal Cardiac Imaging in Low-Flow, Low-Gradient Aortic Stenosis

The main objective of the present clinical case is to present the multimodal approach used in a patient with paradoxical lowflow lowgradient PLFLG AS

A Novel Subclavian-To-Jugular Pull-Through Technique to Facilitate Transvenous Lead Extraction

Transvenous lead extraction TLE is integral to the management of cardiac implantable electronic devices CIEDs Percutaneous techniques have

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome after Transfemoral Coronary Balloon Angioplasty

We hereby present a case of years old man who developed localized pain allodynia hyperdynia and swelling over right ankle joint post coronary balloon angioplasty done through transfemoral access on right side Bone scan confirmed the diagnosis of complex regional pain syndrome Physiotherapy and various analgesics were given This case is the premier

A Case Report of Cocaine Abuse, Acute Coronary Syndrome, and Eroded Plaque: Stent or not Stent?

Intracoronary imaging techniques have allowed characterizing atherosclerotic plaques morphologically in patients with the acute coronary syndrome ACS Although the

Fulminant Bacterial Myocarditis Presenting as Myocardial Infarction

A previously healthy man presented with inferior myocardial infarction and recent upper respiratory tract infection Bacteremia was detected and treated however the patient developed refractory polymorphic ventricular tachycardia storm and shock

Difficulties in Diagnosis and Treatment of Severe Secondary Raynaud’s Phenomenon in a Cameroonian Woman: A Case Report

Valirie Ndip Agbor Tsi Njim and Leopold Ndemnge Aminde Abstract Background Raynauds phenomenon is a microvascular disorder that results in exaggerated vasoconstriction over vasodilatation secondary to an alteration in autonomic control Though benign it can result in severe ulceration and ultimately gangrene associated with disfiguration an...

Stepwise Management of Necrotizing Enterocolitis Could Improve Outcome of this Life-Threatening Disease

Abdel Maksod YH Shahin AM Ahmed H and Aabdelwahab MB Departments of Pediatrics and General Surgery Faculty of Medicine Benha University Egypt Abstract Objectives To present various lines of management of infants with necrotizing enterocolitis NEC and to outline its outcome Patients and Methods This prospective study included neo

Subepithelial Rectal Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor – The Use of Endoscopic Ultrasoundguided Fine Needle Aspiration to Establish a Definitive Cytological Diagnosis: a case report

Abstract Background Gastrointestinal stromal tumors are the most common mesenchymal neoplasms affecting the gastrointestinal tract The stomach is the most common location to be affected and the rectum one of the rarest but the whole gastrointestinal tract remains susceptible Gastrointestinal stromal tumors account for only of rectal tumors C...

Missed Pulmonary Tb Screening Opportunities At Primary Healthcare Facilities: An Exit Case Study

Abstract Background A key driver of TB transmission is the significant number of missed TB cases who are undiagnosed In WHO estimated million missing cases of TB Though South African national guidelines recommend universal TB screening of all individuals presenting to health facilit

Effects Of Interactive Patient Smartphone Support App On Drug Adherence And Lifestyle Changes In Myocardial Infarction Patients: A Randomized Case Study

Abstract Cardiovascular disease is the single most common cause of death and is often preventable In patients with myocardial infarction MI secondary prevention measures pharmacologic and behaviouroriented are essential to reduce morbidity and mortality Education concerning the benefits of adherence to prescribed medical treatments and lifestyle m...