Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura during remission of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is underdiagnosed in primary care due to the absence of established criteria to warrant diagnostic testing. Our goal was to establish a risk factor hierarchy to enable earlier diagnosis of PVD. METHODS:Data sets of 142 patients with abnormal ankle brachial indices (ABI) wer...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Fine JJ,Hall PA,Richardson JH

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have presented a case of tracheobronchitis due to C pseudodiphtheriticum in a patient with COPD who was treated with prednisone and apparently was not otherwise immunocompromised. Chronic lung disease seems to predispose to infection with C pseudodiphtheriticum; it can also occur in the immunocompetent host. This o...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Craig TJ,Maguire FE,Wallace MR

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Plasma cell granuloma of the thyroid is a rare tumor-like lesion formed by a localized proliferation of inflammatory cells, supported by a stroma of fibrous tissue. Few cases have been previously reported in the medical literature. We report a new case of a 41-year-old man presenting a goiter with primary hypothyroidi...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Ferrer-García JC,Costa-Talens P,Merino-Torres JF,Prieto-Rodríguez M,Vera-Sempere JF,Piñón-Sellés F

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Only in relatively recent years has the role of dietary fiber, once thought to be an unnecessary and even undesirable by-product, begun to be appreciated in the maintenance of health. Research now indicates that a deficiency of fiber in the modern western diet may contribute to a host of diseases. Inadequate dietary f...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Vanderpool DM

更新日期：1986-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pneumonia is a leading infectious cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States. The Infectious Disease Society of America (IDSA) and American Thoracic Society (ATS) have published treatment guidelines for community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) based upon the site of acquisition and specific pathogen ris...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Fleming V,Buck B,Nix N,Kumar P,Southwood R

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Phenformin-associated lactic acidosis is an important though unusual cause of acute abdominal pain. Its clinical picture suggests other catastrophic abdominal entities. A representative case is presented. Aids to arriving at this diagnosis are presented and the specific therapy is outlined. The pathophysiology of this...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Bartecchi CE,Williams JD

更新日期：1978-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a prevalent disorder that is associated with multiple medical consequences. Although in-laboratory polysomnography is the gold standard for the diagnosis of OSA, portable monitors have been developed and studied to help increase efficiency and ease of diagnosis. We aimed to a...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Alsharif AM,Potts M,Laws R,Freire AX,Sultan-Ali I

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stercoraceous perforation of the colon is most often unsuspected and is usually diagnosed at operation or autopsy. Abdominal radiographs show large fecal masses in the rectum and sigmoid colon, and occasionally lying free in the peritoneal cavity. Free intraperitoneal air is present. We have reported a single case, wi...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： McCrea ES,Diaconis JN

更新日期：1979-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have reported a case of spontaneous dissection of the internal carotid artery, with MRI and angiographic findings. We conclude that MRI is a beneficial noninvasive test for the detection and study of carotid artery dissection. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Long TD,Carter MP,Reynolds T

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the association of utilization of health maintenance tables (HMTs) as a provider reminder tool within the electronic medical record with the completion of women's preventive health services. METHODS:Guidelines from the US Preventive Services Task Force and the Advisory Committee on Immunization ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Romero de Mello Sa SA,Mramba LK,Sattari M

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An instance of thyroglossal duct cyst in a 68-year-old man was reported. The clinical diagnosis of a thyroglossal duct cyst is suggested by the presence of a cystic mass situated anteriorly in the midline of the neck regardless of the patient's age. A review of the literature revealed that the incidence markedly decre...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Murphy JP,Budd DC

更新日期：1977-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Supplemental digital content is available in the text. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Bob-Manuel T,Askandar S,Khouzam RN

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The patient we have described had lower extremity numbness, paresthesias, constipation, urinary retention, and sexual dysfunction. Laboratory evaluation confirmed a diagnosis of acute intermittent porphyria (AIP). Vitamin B6 and glucose therapy initiated resolution of symptoms. The sensory neuropathy described here is...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Goren MB,Chen C

更新日期：1991-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two new cases of Menetrier's disease in children are reported. The ten cases of this protein-losing gastropathy previously reported in the literature are reviewed. Clinical presentations, laboratory findings, possible causes, and comparison with the adult form of Menetrier's disease are discussed. Menetrier's disease ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Kadlec G,Goodwin R,Fellows R,Andrews B

更新日期：1979-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have described an adenocarcinoma observed as a grossly discrete area within a cystadenofibroma of the ovary. Fewer than 35 cases of malignant cystadenofibroma have been reported. We find our observations lend support to the prevailing thought that these neoplasms most often originate from preexisting cystadenofibro...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Saffos RO,Benrubi GI,Rhatigan RM,Nuss RC

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rocky Mountain spotted fever is a serious acute systemic illness frequently complicated by cardiac involvement. To evaluate the spectrum of myocardial dysfunction, we obtained M-mode echocardiograms on nine consecutive patients with Rocky Mountain spotted fever within 72 hours of admission. Seven of the nine patients ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Feltes TF,Wilcox WD,Feldman WE,Lipskis DJ,Carter SL,Bugg GW

更新日期：1984-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Keloid management remains controversial, and recurrence and untoward side effects limit the use of many techniques. During a seven-year period, I surgically treated 19 children, aged 3 to 17 (mean 10.5 years), with a total of 28 keloids. After aseptic skin preparation, the interface between the keloid and normal skin ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Golladay ES

更新日期：1988-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although it is common in the adult population, sigmoid volvulus is unusual in childhood. We report the cases of four children treated for sigmoid volvulus, and we review an additional 44 cases. The mean age of occurrence was 8 years. Predisposing factors were present in 33%. Abdominal pain (66%), vomiting (31%), and o...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Smith SD,Golladay ES,Wagner C,Seibert JJ

更新日期：1990-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tobacco-growing states have few tobacco control laws, which are relatively weak compared with those in non-tobacco-growing states. Region of the country has been shown to be a predictor of legislators' intentions to vote for cigarette tax increases. METHODS:A total of 116 lawmakers (84%) participated in fac...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Hahn EJ,Rayens MK

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have presented a case of primary testicular carcinoid in an otherwise asymptomatic 50-year-old white man treated by right orchiectomy; a postoperative abdominal CT scan was normal. Histologically and cytologically the tumor resembled carcinoids of midgut origin. Most primary testicular carcinoid tumors are not clin...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Walker AN,White CR,Erickson DJ,Powell S

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study was done to determine the accuracy of the 2 x 2 cm pocket identifying low amniotic fluid (AF) volume in singleton and twin pregnancies. METHODS:The AF volume was evaluated by ultrasonography for the presence of a 2 x 2 cm pocket before amniocentesis. The actual AF volume was then determined by a ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Magann EF,Nevils BG,Chauhan SP,Whitworth NS,Klausen JH,Morrison JC

更新日期：1999-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lichen simplex chronicus (LSC) is a common pruritic disorder resulting from repeated rubbing and scratching. Nighttime pruritus is a common feature in LSC and may disrupt the sleep pattern. The aim of this study is to determine whether there are sleep abnormalities in patients with LSC. PATIENTS AND METHODS...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Koca R,Altin R,Konuk N,Altinyazar HC,Kart L

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Variant angina pectoris, usually not precipitated by exertion or emotional stress, often is more severe and lasts longer than classic angina. The pain tends to recur at about the same time each day. Arrhythmias, usually ventricular, occur in about 50% of cases during the peak of pain. Electrocardiograms show a charact...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Siegel JS

更新日期：1976-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 35-year-old, previously healthy woman, known to be thyrotoxic, was transferred from a community hospital for "acute abdomen." Abdominal pain, distention, and hyperemesis resolved with placement of nasogastric tube (NGT) and return of 2,600 mL of bilious fluid. Continued high NGT output made oral or NGT administratio...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Cansler CL,Latham JA,Brown PM Jr,Chapman WH,Magner JA

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although the accurate assessment of blood loss at vaginal delivery is clinically important in terms of maternal morbidity and mortality, the quantity is usually underestimated. We present a simple, practical, and convenient method of quantitating blood loss at vaginal delivery. The method of vaginal delivery (spontane...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Hill JA,Fadel HE,Nelson MC,Nelson RM,Nelson GH

更新日期：1986-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A hallmark of the clinical syndrome of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is evidence of microangiopathic hemolytic anemia. The presence of schistocytes on the peripheral blood smear, elevated plasma lactic dehydrogenase, and decreased haptoglobin concentration are used as evidence of microangiopathic hemolytic...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Daram SR,Philipneri M,Puri N,Bastani B

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 1979 more than 54% of women with children less than 18 years old were in the labor force. The purpose of this study was to study the attitudes of pediatricians toward maternal employment and substitute child care arrangements. To survey their attitudes toward maternal employment and substitute child care, we sent a...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Sinal SH,Herndon A

更新日期：1984-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diabetic ketoacidosis can be effectively and economically treated by using low-dose intravenous insulin and 2 to 3 liters of isotonic saline at 500 ml/hr to replace extracellular fluids, followed by 2 to 4 L of 5% glucose in 0.45% saline with potassium chloride and/or potassium phosphate to replace intracellular fluid...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Moss JM

更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To determine the prevalence of sexual contact between physicians and patients, we mailed a survey to a nationwide, randomized sample of 1,600 physicians, including internists, family medicine physicians, obstetrician-gynecologists, and ophthalmologists. The response rate was 52% (n = 787). Of all respondents, 4.5% rep...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Bayer T,Coverdale J,Chiang E

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ninety-four children with typhoid fever presented with the primary complaints of fever, diarrhea, and vomiting. Fifty-two percent had hepatomegaly and derangements of SGOT and LDH. None developed hepatic decompensation and all had rapid clinical recovery. The abnormal liver function test served no prognostic purpose. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Colon AR

更新日期：1976-07-01 00:00:00