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13. Intracranial rebleeding post spinal anesthesia in pregnant patient with undiagnosed chronic subdural hematoma: case report
Abstract Intracranial hematoma after spinal anesthesia is a rare complication. It generally presents with posture-dependent headache that becomes persistent. We describe the case of patient submitted to spinal anesthesia for cesarean section who presented a non-posture-dependent headache, resistant to clinical treatment, that progressively worsened and with
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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14. Photosensitive rash induced by nivolumab
Abstract The therapeutic approach to metastatic melanoma has revolutionized the clinical course of this disease. Since 2011, different immunotherapeutic drugs have been approved. Nivolumab is a humanized immunoglobulin IgG4 monoclonal antibody that binds to the PD-1 receptor, blocking its interaction with his ligand PD-L1. The authors present a new case of p
Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia. Publicado em: 2022
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15. Tuberculous Aortic Aneurysm - A Review
ABSTRACT Introduction: Tuberculous aortic aneurysm (TBAA) is an exceedingly rare but severe manifestation of tuberculosis, with a high risk of sudden rupture of the aorta in absence of medical or surgical intervention. This review aimed to provide a detailed understanding of TBAA, including its associated complications, affected population, treatment measur
Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery. Publicado em: 2022
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16. General anesthesia for old Werner syndrome patient: a case report
Abstract Werner syndrome (WS) is a rare autosomal recessive, premature aging disorder whose clinical manifestations include short stature, bilateral cataracts, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and atherosclerosis. WS first manifests during adolescence and patients usually die at 40–50 years of age. Only symptomatic treatment options available according to
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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17. Implication of AV node blockers in patients with end-stage renal disease undergoing head and neck surgery; BRASH syndrome: a case report
Abstract BRASH (Bradycardia, Renal failure, Atrioventricular [AV]-node blocker medications, Shock, and Hyperkalemia), a novel syndrome, is a synergistic interaction between AV node blockers and hyperkalemia, resulting in bradycardia. We report a case of BRASH syndrome with marked bradycardia in a patient with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) associated with sy
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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18. Approach and anesthetic management for kidney transplantation in a patient with bilateral lung transplantation: case report
Abstract Lung transplantation is the last resort for end-stage lung disease treatment. Due to increased survival, lung recipients present an increased likelihood to be submitted to anesthesia and surgery. This case report describes a 23-year-old female patient with history of lung transplantation for cystic fibrosis, with multiple complications, and chronic
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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19. Surgical Repair of a Ruptured Giant Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm in a 16-Year-Old with Takayasu’s Arteritis: Case Report and Etiological Review
Abstract Takayasu’s arteritis is a type of primary systemic vasculitis that affects medium and large arteries, including the aorta and its main branches, as well as the pulmonary and coronary arteries. Although rare in children, it is the third most common vasculitis in the pediatric population, often with delayed diagnosis due to the nonspecific presentat
International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences. Publicado em: 2022
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20. Complete Pericardial Agenesis in a Pregnant Patient: A Clinical Dilemma
Abstract Pericardial agenesis is a rare congenital anomaly found predominantly in men, and its complete form is extremely rare and difficult to diagnose. This report describes the case of a pregnant patient with complete pericardial agenesis in which mode of delivery and sterilization raised debate among specialists.
International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences. Publicado em: 2022
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21. Dermoscopy of annular elastolytic giant cell granuloma
Abstract Annular elastolytic giant cell granuloma is an uncommon granulomatous cutaneous disease that usually affects sun-exposed skin. Non-scarring alopecia is a possible presentation. Although histopathology is mandatory for the diagnosis, dermoscopy may help to narrow down the clinical differential diagnosis. The authors report a case of annular elastolyt
Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia. Publicado em: 2022
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22. Melatonin use during pregnancy and lactation: A scoping review of human studies
Objective: The prevalence of sleep disorders during the perinatal period is high and large health administrative database surveys have shown that the use of exogenous melatonin in pregnant populations is quite common, about 4%. Much of the concern about using melatonin during pregnancy and breastfeeding stems from animal research. Thus, the objective of this
Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry. Publicado em: 2022
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23. Can SARS-CoV-2 induce hematologic malignancies in predisposed individuals? A case series and review of the literature
Abstract Introduction Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may present with extrapulmonary manifestations, including hematologic changes. Previous studies suggest that severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-Cov-2) can interact with the renin-angiotensin system, ultimately causing increased production of angiotensin II. By reporting the cases o
Hematology, Transfusion and Cell Therapy. Publicado em: 2022
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24. Isolated Left Ventricular Apical Hypoplasia without Lamin A/C Gene Mutation
Abstract Isolated left ventricular apical hypoplasia is a rare cardiomyopathy, with a broad range of clinical presentations. Since this entity was already described in association with osteomuscular diseases, mutation in the Lamin A/C gene has been regarded as a possible cause of this disease. This study describes the case of an asymptomatic teenager with is
International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences. Publicado em: 2022