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Jan 2018 DOI 10.14302/issn.2470-5020.jnrt-17-1926
Simon NagelCorresponding author
Since the first description in 2013, 39 cases of anti-DPPX-encephalitis have been described. Main features of this autoimmune encephalitis characterized by antibodies against the potassium-channel-associated regulatory protein DPPX are gastrointestinal symptoms, cognitive dysfunction and signs of CN…
Aug 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-5518.jcci-17-1509
Andreas S. KunzCorresponding author
A rare case of rapid myocardial calcification following severe sepsis is presented. The report outlines the temporal course, imaging findings, and plausible pathophysiologic mechanisms, including septic cardiomyopathy and calcium‑phosphate imbalance. Implications for critical care follow‑up and card…
Jun 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-4526.jddd-17-1557
Hoie Kidd LeongCorresponding author
Background and Aims: Establishing the degree of fibrosis is important in determining the prognosis of patients with chronic liver disease. Acoustic Radiation Force Impulse Imaging (ARFI) has been validated as a reliable method to estimate liver fibrosis. It remains unclear if ARFI readings may be a…
Dec 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2372-6601.jhor-16-1070
Sisi TianCorresponding author
Introduction: Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease (PTLD) is a collection of conditions associated with abnormal proliferation of lymphoid tissues in patients after solid organ transplants (SOT). Its clinical presentations are quite variable and non-specific. Otolaryngological signs and sympt…
Apr 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2470-0436.jos-15-763
Karim El-AssalCorresponding author
Background: Optic nerve head drusen are acellular hyaline deposits located anterior to the lamina cribrosa, frequently associated with visual field defects. Sometimes rapid worsening of vision may occur due to complications such as acute vascular events, choroidal neovascularization, or serous macul…
Apr 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2474-7785.jarh-15-699
Valle Coronado-VázquezCorresponding author
Purpose Hospital readmission of patients with pluripathologies is frequent and costly. This study describes the impact of patients’ pluripathologies, functional capacity and social complexity on readmissions during a 12-month period following hospital discharge. Methods A prospective cohort study. M…
May 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-4488.jna-14-601
Michele AndreucciCorresponding author
Iodinated radiographic contrast agents (IRCA) are pharmaceutical agents used to improve the visibility of internal organs and structures in X-ray based imaging techniques. However, IRCA may have adverse unwanted effects, ranging from a mild inconvenience, such as itching, to a life-threatening emerg…
Jan 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2372-6601.jhor-14-381
Kolitha H SellahewaCorresponding author
Haemorrhage is common to both dengue fever (DF) and dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF). Thrombocytopaenia is exceedingly common, while prolonged partial thromboplastin time and reduced fibrinogen concentration are the other abnormal haemostatic indices evident from early in the disease course. These ha…
Jun 2013 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-12-174
Rajesh RadhakrishnanCorresponding author
Radhakrishnan Rajesh M.Pharm, Asst Professor (Senior Grade), Department of Pharmacy Practice, Manipal College of pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal- 576 104, Karnataka, India.
Background: In India, Human immunodeficiency (HIV) infected patients with highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) are at higher risk of developing adverse drug reactions (ADRs). Objectives: The aim of this study was to characterize the pattern of use of HAART, occurrence, incidence, severity an…
May 2013 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-12-137
Alok KumarCorresponding author
Background: HAART has resulted in significant decline in morbidity and mortality from HIV. However, it is unclear if the trends have continued in the current HAART era. An understanding of healthcare utilization patterns is important for optimization of care and resource allocation. We examined the…