Adrenal calcification present at birth.

abstract：:A case is reported of megaloblastic anemia resulting from folate deficiency in a vegetarian who had been taking oral contraceptives for eight years. A brief report of the pertinent literature is included, ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Green JD

更新日期：1975-02-01 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：BACKGROUND:Oxybutynin is a tertiary amine and has chemical similarities like protamine sulfate. Protamine sulfate's effect on bacterial viability has been shown in some studies; however, there is scanty data regarding the effect of oxybutynin on bacterial viability. Accordingly, the aim of the present study was to inve...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Gedik A,Ersay A,Atmaca S,Sener A

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Cardiac troponin (cTn) measurement is useful for diagnosing myocardial infarction (MI), particularly in the inpatient setting. A growing body of literature suggests that cTn may be useful for evaluating chronic conditions in the outpatient environment; however, little is known regarding cTn ordering patterns...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Ross SJ,Shah NH,Noutong Njapo SA,Cordiner DJ,Winchester DE

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We retrospectively analyzed experience with total gastrectomy (TG) for gastric carcinoma in 23 patients. The TNM stage was I in one patient, II in one patient, III in eight patients, and IV in 13. Linitis plastica was found in ten patients. The operation was considered curative in only eight patients (35%). There were...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Brando CR,Halpern NB,Aldrete JS

更新日期：1989-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fluoxetine is an antidepressant drug with a unique chemical configuration which enhances serotoninergic transmission by inhibiting serotonin uptake. The chronic presence of serotonin in the synaptic cleft reduces postsynaptic receptors, a postulated explanation for its antidepressant efficacy. Comparative studies show...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Pary R,Tobias C,Lippmann S

更新日期：1989-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We compared personal and sexual behavior of a group of 32 young adult women who had a culture proven urinary tract infection (UTI) and a group of 28 women who had no urinary symptoms. All women were sexually active, and the two groups were similar for age, race, marital status, history of previous pregnancy, and use o...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Elster AB,Lach PA,Roghmann KJ,McAnarney ER

更新日期：1981-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two siblings had frequent seizures from the second and third day of life until one week and seven months, respectively. The mother, grandmothers, and three other family members were similarly affected. Known causes of neonatal seizures were excluded. The condition is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait. Its etiol...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Giacoia GP

更新日期：1982-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In metabolic alkalosis, a compensatory decrease in alveolar ventilation with hypercapnia has been noted only rarely. We recently managed a patient with gastric outlet obstruction from a duodenal ulcer who survived after arriving in the emergency room comatose with severe hypochloremic metabolic alkalosis, compensatory...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Lavie CJ,Crocker EF Jr,Key KJ,Ferguson TG

更新日期：1986-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Restorative proctocolectomy with ileal pouch anal anastomosis has become the most commonly used procedure for elective treatment of patients with mucosal ulcerative colitis and familial adenomatous polyposis. Since its original description, the procedure has been modified in an attempt to obtain optimal functional res...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Garbus JE,Potenti F,Wexner SD

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Blastomycosis is an endemic systemic fungal infection that usually involves the lungs and superficial skin. Although head and neck involvement has been reported in the literature, no previous cases of neck mass resulting from direct extension of a pulmonary lesion have been published. We encountered an immunocompetent...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Hoskere GV,Hubbs DT,Vasquez JE

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Melatonin, a hormone produced by the pineal gland, may be a promising treatment option for tinnitus. The primary functions of this hormone are believed to be the initiation and maintenance of sleep because its secretions coincide with circadian rhythms. Some investigators have noted that melatonin may alleviate subjec...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Merrick L,Youssef D,Tanner M,Peiris AN

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Endobronchial tuberculosis (EBTB) is an infection of the tracheobronchial tree. A 17-year-old male patient with tuberculosis who developed middle lobe syndrome on antituberculous treatment is presented. The patient was admitted with complaints of fever, cough and weight loss. Right paracardiac and perihilar heterogene...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Erelel M,Yakar F,Yakar A

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred fifty patients underwent surgery for mitral valve disease between January 1974 and May 1981. There were 98 female and 52 male patients with a mean age of 57 years (+/- 18.6). One hundred forty-six patients were in New York Heart Association functional class III or IV. Pathologic diagnoses included 67% rheu...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Vijayanagar R,Bognolo D,Eckstein P,Jeffery D,Toole J,Natarajan P,Willard E

更新日期：1983-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare but potentially lethal disorder associated with the administration of neuroleptic agents. This syndrome may be underdiagnosed because it is poorly understood and often unrecognized. It affects all age groups and has a 20% mortality. Presenting features include extrapy...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Rampertaap MP

更新日期：1986-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Though low, the incidence of malaria in the United States is not insignificant and can be the source of infection in febrile travelers returning from endemic areas. Clinicians practicing in the United States must have a basic understanding of the malaria life cycle and its treatments to properly diagnose and treat thi...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Bledsoe GH

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although recent increases in the incidence of syphilis are well known to public health officials, the general medical community is less well informed regarding the dramatic rise in cases. We present trend data from Nashville and Tennessee over the past decade. These statistics emphasize specific factors, such as drug ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Quinn RW,Federspiel CF,Lefkowitz LB Jr,Keller R

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diagnosis and management of hand infections in the elderly can be challenging. The general principles of rest, elevation, compresses, and drainage when appropriate apply. Antibiotics are important to therapy. Review of data from elderly patients and comparison with a younger population having identical infections show...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Stromberg BV

更新日期：1985-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have described an unusual case of tuberculous sacroiliitis associated with adrenal insufficiency, with details of radiologic studies and review of the literature concerning tuberculous sacroiliitis. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Goldberg J,Kovarsky J

更新日期：1983-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The transition of care between pediatric and adult medicine is a challenging time for patients and physicians. This longitudinal process encompasses much more than the physical transfer of a patient between providers. Established transition of care processes and literature exist for many chronic disease populations, b...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Graves L,Leung S,Raghavendran P,Mennito S

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The scapulocostal syndrome is an often encountered yet infrequently diagnosed cause of back and/or shoulder pain. Results of examination and treatment in the three cases described point out the necessary differential diagnosis to effectively screen these groups of patients from among those with more complex diseases. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Cohen CA

更新日期：1980-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two patients with retained laparotomy pads after laparotomy had pain, abscess formation, and bleeding, with erosion of the pad into the small bowel and colon. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Richards WO,Keramati B,Scovill WA

更新日期：1986-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Five patients with Barrett's esophagus, each with a differing presentation, serve as the basis of this report. Hiatal hernia is noted to be frequently present in Barrett's esophagus, and the incidence of adenocarcinoma is thought to be distinctly increased. The condition is easily diagnosed by fiberoptic endoscopy and...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Burke EL,Mullen JT

更新日期：1976-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cirrhosis affects millions of people around the world and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a common complication of liver disease with cirrhosis and accounts for up to 30% of infections in patients with cirrhosis. Patients with a history of SBP and those ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Oliver A,Wong M,Sanchez C

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Pancreatic steatosis in adults has been proposed to be associated with obesity; however, data on pancreatic steatosis in children are lacking. Our study aimed to measure the prevalence of pancreatic steatosis in children and to examine its association with obesity and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. METHO...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Pham YH,Bingham BA,Bell CS,Greenfield SA,John SD,Robinson LH,Eissa MA

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Optimal antimicrobial therapy for viridans streptococcal endocarditis remains controversial. Rifampin was bactericidal at less than 0.2 micrograms/ml for ten strains of viridans streptococci isolated from patients with endocarditis. Administration of rifampin to one endocarditis patient already receiving penicillin an...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Stamm AM,Phillips EK

更新日期：1983-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cephalosporin antibiotics are the most frequently used agents for surgical prophylaxis. Within this class are considerable pharmacokinetic variations that could have significant implications. We used a computer simulation of cephalosporin serum levels to describe concentrations achieved and maintained intraoperatively...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Nix DE,DiPiro JT,Bowden TA Jr,Vallner JJ

更新日期：1985-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wandering spleen is rare, particularly in children, and diagnosis is difficult. It usually occurs at 20 to 40 years of age, and most cases are seen in women. Diagnosis is difficult because of lack of symptoms, unless splenic torsion has occurred. Patients usually have an asymptomatic abdominal mass, an acute abdomen, ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Desai DC,Hebra A,Davidoff AM,Schnaufer L

更新日期：1997-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The empirical use of amphotericin B in febrile leukemic patients not responding to antimicrobial agents has previously led to a significant decrease in fatal fungal infections and a significant increase in complete remissions. In this series of 66 patients receiving induction therapy for acute myelogenous leukemia (AM...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Stein RS,Greer JP,Ferrin W,Lenox R,Baer MR,Flexner JM

更新日期：1986-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Results in three series of spinal fusions with Harrington instrumentation for scoliosis were compared. Patient ages ranged from 9 to 22 years, and follow-up from 12 to 105 months. Cylindrical inlay facet grafting was done in all cases. Supplemental heterologous bone was used in the first series of 51 cases, autologous...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Nelson PW

更新日期：1977-02-01 00:00:00