Primary Antiphospholipid Syndrome: A Case Report of Embolic Ischemic Stroke and Cortical SAH due to Libman-Sacks Endocarditis |
Author : Farahzadi MH, Bidaki R, Arabi A, Nasirian M, Zare F, Moeeni SS and Kholasezade G |
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Abstract :This is report of 27 years old lady admitted with acute onset aphasia, right sided hemiparesis and facial paresis without of pre-
vious history of Cardiac or other atherosclerotic risk factors, abortions, rheumatologic disorder, thrombotic events. Ischemic in right MCA territory and right frontal lobe signal change in favor of cortical subarachnoid hemorrhage were the findings in MRI. |
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Well-Being of Adolescents and their Self-Esteem |
Author : Manpreet Kaur |
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Abstract :Change is the immutable law of nature. Though changes, of var-
ied types, are experienced through human life, they are more pronounced during adolescence. These changes can and many a time do make adolescence a scary time, full of angst and new emotions. This transitory phase involves biological, social and psychological changes. This stage of life is a period when the cognitive development is rapid. The thoughts, ideas and concepts developed during this period of life greatly influence the individual’s adulthood and play a major role in character and personality formation. |
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Whiplash Injuries: A Systemic Review |
Author : Bilal F Shanti, Ihsan F Shanti and Zaynab IF Shanti |
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Abstract :Whiplash injuries or the group of whiplash-associated disorder (WAD) occur when there is shifting and movement of energy, dur-
ing a crash or collision, from acceleration-deceleration mechanism transferred to the neck region. WAD is characterized by excessive
extension-flexion movements, and/or excessive side bending of the head and neck, beyond the normal and regular range of motion.
Although motor vehicle collisions are the majority of trauma responsible for WAD, other causes also include contact sports inju-
ries, falls, physical and domestic abuse, and other types of traumas |
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Pituitary Stem Cells: What We Know So Far (Part 1) |
Author : Duru Baykal, Ömer Sönmeza and Aydin Sav |
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Abstract :The pituitary gland is a pea-sized gland located at the sella turcica and has major impacts on the hormonal balance of human body
which is regulated by the inputs received from hypothalamus. Hypophysis is composed of two main structures, which are responsible for the secretion of different hormones. These cells with different functions are derived from special pituitary stem cells (PSCs) during the embryogenesis. |
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Post-Traumatic Vein of Labbe Thrombosis Presenting as Hemorrhagic Venous Infarct in a Pregnant Female: An Interesting Rare Entity with Diagnostic Challenges |
Author : Rakesh Kumar, Pushpanjali R Ojha, Uday K. J. Khasage and Praveen K. Biradar |
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Abstract :Vein of Labbe thrombosis is an uncommon subtype of cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT). It clinically presents as headache, focal seizures, mass effect or altered sensorium. Severity of illness is multifactorial: degree of thrombosis, patency, blockage or hypoplasia of opposite vein, presence or absence of collateral anastomosing circulation, proximity with ventricles, size of infarct etc. Though it’s a rare site to be involved by thrombosis but most frequent among young pregnant women as a subtype of CVT. There are five variants of Vein of Labbe reported in literature among which left sided type I Vein of Labbe variant is more common among young females.
Therapeutic dose of Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) is the treatment of choice in acute event of CVT during pregnancy fol-
lowed by prophylactic dose till postpartum period |
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Accidents in the Elderly with Emphasis on the Rural Elderly |
Author : Vahab Karamivand and Aida Mohamadi |
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Abstract :Background: The elderly population is increasing in developing countries due to improved health status and life expectancy. Due to
the increase in the phenomenon of aging and the statistics of the elderly population, there are still risks in the elderly.
Objective: The purpose of this research is to identify common accidents in the elderly in order to plan and reduce them.
Results: The findings of the reviewed studies show that contact with hot liquids, contact with sharp objects, falls, drug poisoning,
suffocation, burns, falls and collisions with objects (impact) are common causes of accidents in the elderly. |
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Accidents in the Elderly with Emphasis on the Rural Elderly |
Author : Vahab Karamivand and Aida Mohamadi |
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Abstract :Background: The elderly population is increasing in developing countries due to improved health status and life expectancy. Due to
the increase in the phenomenon of aging and the statistics of the elderly population, there are still risks in the elderly.
Objective: The purpose of this research is to identify common accidents in the elderly in order to plan and reduce them.
Results: The findings of the reviewed studies show that contact with hot liquids, contact with sharp objects, falls, drug poisoning,
suffocation, burns, falls and collisions with objects (impact) are common causes of accidents in the elderly. |
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Neurocysticercosis and Status Epilepticus: About A Clinical Case in the Neurology Department in Dr Congo and Review of the Literature |
Author : Philippe Ntalaja kabuayi, Célèbre Mualaba, Yves Thiangala, Bondish Kambaja Munya, Grégoire Kamanga, Joseph Tshitoko and Massar Diagne |
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Abstract :Neurocysticercosis is a parasitosis of the central nervous system, caused by the cysticerci of a flatworm: Taenia solium. Humans
contract it by consuming food or water contaminated with eggs of t. Solium, which is excreted in the stools of individuals with intesti-
nal tapeworm. We report the case of a 45-year-old man living since the age of 32 in Central Africa in the Democratic Republic of Con-
go, with no particular history, regularly consuming pork meat, having been admitted to the neurology department for the malaise.
epileptic. The presence of cystic lesions showing the scolex on imaging highlighted a suspicion of cerebral cysticercosis. |
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