Evolution of civil aeromedical helicopter aviation.

abstract：:An increased risk of skin and lymphoreticular malignancies is well documented in renal transplant patients receiving long-term immunosuppressive therapy, but squamous cell carcinoma of the esophagus is rare. We have reported the first case in the English literature in which there is a strong association between long-t...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Scobey MW,Kerr BJ,Geisinger KR,Hamilton RW,Richter JE

更新日期：1987-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pregnancy is an unusual occurrence in women with ESRD. We report a successful pregnancy in a patient with ESRD who was receiving hemodialysis; she gave birth to a healthy female infant at 34 weeks' gestational age. We discuss possible physiologic causes of gonadal dysfunction in patients with ESRD. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Ahlstrom NG,Allen SR,Tisher CC

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An unusual intestinal infection with the parasite Metagonimus yokogawai was acquired by an American traveling in the Orient. Diarrhea began abroad, and recurred at intervals until she was seen 1 1/2 years later. Stool examinations resulted in the recovery of small operculated ova characteristic of intestinal or biliar...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Goldsmith RS

更新日期：1978-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Penetrating neck trauma may be managed operatively or nonoperatively, depending on precise anatomic location. Conservative management of zone II injuries is currently an issue under debate. We present a brief case report followed by a description of the current strategies for operative exploration and diagnostic maneu...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Siegrist B,Steeb G

更新日期：2000-06-01 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：:Food safety is an increasing concern to Americans. Recent recalls of peanuts and pistachios, and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warnings to pregnant women to avoid eating fish have increased government oversight of food processing and handling. Consumers can play an important role in alerting their healthcare prov...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Codori N,Marinopoulos S

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With the apparent indefinite postponement of the release of chymopapain for lumbar disk disorders, it seems appropriate to review critically the proliferation of proposed methods of management of this common complaint, particularly the numerous exercise regimens which have been set forth as helpful. A critical review ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Specht EE

更新日期：1976-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:I reviewed 100 consecutive radiologic examinations with particular attention to the clinical information included. The referring physician originated this clinical information in only 33% of cases. Other personnel, including nurses and aides, added information on the requisitions 57% of the time. When nonphysician per...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Worrell J

更新日期：1983-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have described a patient with fatal Corynebacterium hemolyticum endocarditis on a native bicuspid aortic valve. This is the first report of endocarditis and the first fatal infection of any kind caused by Corynebacterium hemolyticum. This organism and other nondiphtheria corynebacteria must be considered as potenti...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Worthington MG,Daly BD,Smith FE

更新日期：1985-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the 19th century, deaths from acute exposure to hydrogen sulfide (H2S) portended permanent brain injury from nonlethal doses. The neurobehavioral effects of H2S exposures lasting from moments to years were compared in 16 subjects, 2 years to 22 years afterward. METHODS:Neurophysiologic and psychologic te...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Kilburn KH

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have reported a case of partial hypopituitarism involving deficient ACTH, LH, FSH, and growth hormone production and elevated prolactin. The hypopituitarism was caused by injury to the pituitary resulting from a parachute accident without direct craniocerebral trauma. The pathogenesis of this pituitary injury as ei...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Soules MR,Sheldon GW

更新日期：1979-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Anemia, either chronic or newly developed in the hospital as a result of underlying disease and/or phlebotomy, is seen commonly among general medical inpatients, and its impact on the quality and efficiency of care is unknown. METHODS:This study investigated the relation among hemoglobin level, length of st...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Lin RJ,Evans AT,Chused AE,Unterbrink ME

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most regions of the United States are served by poison control centers that provide 24-hour toxicologic guidance resulting in the home management of most poison exposures. It has been suggested that without public access to a poison control hotline the majority of poison-exposed patients would seek medical care in eme...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： King WD,Palmisano PA

更新日期：1991-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clinicians should be on the alert for the possibility of underlying thyrotoxicosis in patients having an affective disturbance. An initial detailed medical history and complete physical examination is essential even in severely agitated, threatening patients. The danger of inappropriate diagnosis and treatment of thes...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Regan WM

更新日期：1988-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied 56 patients with primary gastrointestinal lymphoma to determine the manifestations, diagnostic and treatment methods, and patient outcomes. We identified 27 cases of primary gastric lymphoma and 29 cases of lymphoma involving the remainder of the gastrointestinal tract. Initial symptoms were nonspecific and...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Fitch DD,Wilson JA

更新日期：1985-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Angioedema has not been associated with losartan therapy in hemodialysis patients, as it has been with angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. We report the case of a hemodialysis patient who previously had angioedema after therapy with ACE inhibitors and again had angioedema while taking losartan. We suggest ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Sharma PK,Yium JJ

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In response to the increasing care needs of geriatric patients and attendant hospital costs, the Nashville Veterans Administration Medical Center, which has 393 beds and admits 8400 patients annually, initiated an Intermediate Care Service in 1988. A geriatric team was formed, sharing staff and resources from existing...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Hauser B,Robinson J,Powers JS,Laubacher MA

更新日期：1991-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carcinoma of the fallopian tube is the least common of the gynecologic malignancies. Because of its rarity and the absence of typical symptoms, preoperative diagnosis is seldom made. Patient as well as physician delay in diagnosis is often considerable. There are no reliable laboratory aids available to enhance the di...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Ingram FH,Hisley JC

更新日期：1975-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied the efficacy of infrainguinal bypass for limb salvage in patients with end-stage renal disease. The patency of 42 femoropopliteal and femorodistal bypasses, performed for limb salvage in 37 patients with end-stage renal disease, was assessed with Doppler ultrasonography and dye tests. Patency rates and limb...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Wassermann RJ,Saroyan RM,Rice JC,Kerstein MD

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Implantation of automatic internal cardiac defibrillators (AICD) for management of arrhythmias necessitates the induction of ventricular fibrillation (VF) to test the device adequately. The profound hypotension associated with induced arrhythmia and subsequent circulatory arrest may result in cerebral ischemia. To cha...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Dorman BH,Conroy JM,Baker JD 3rd,Kratz JM,Leman RB

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Schwannoma arising within breast parenchyma is rare. We report such a case in a 50-year-old woman. The tumor, which measured 7 mm, is the smallest and the only mammographically detected schwannoma of the breast thus far reported. Clinicians should be aware that this benign tumor of breast may simulate a malignant neop...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Gultekin SH,Cody HS 3rd,Hoda SA

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Like the introduction of bare metal stents (BMS), that of drug-eluting stents (DES) represented a quantum leap in the interventional cardiology community's ongoing efforts to conquer restenosis. However, recent concerns over late thrombosis (LT) have tempered the initial enthusiasm. Nonetheless, when compared with BMS...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Chen JP

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several treatment regimens of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMZ) were compared to the USPHS-recommended schedules for treatment of uncomplicated gonorrhea with ampicillin plus probenecid, tetracycline, or aqueous procaine penicillin G in both men and women. TMP-SMZ, six tablets as a single oral dose daily for 3 d...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Duncan WC,Knox JM,Jackson TH

更新日期：1975-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fiberoptic gastrointestinal endoscopy was performed on 52 patients between the ages of 2 months and 16 years. The procedures were safely and easily done with premedications consisting of meperidine, promethazine, and chlorpromazine, and atropine, with diazepam given at the time of the procedure. Fiberoptic endoscopy w...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Graham DY,Klish WJ,Ferry GD,Sabel JS

更新日期：1978-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prosthetic joint infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis usually involves the hips or knees and can result from either local reactivation, or less often from hematogenous spread. Predisposing conditions include rheumatoid arthritis, chronic steroid use and pulmonary diseases. The most common symptom at presentation ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Khater FJ,Samnani IQ,Mehta JB,Moorman JP,Myers JW

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have described a patient with unilateral adrenal hyperplasia, a rare cause of primary aldosteronism, and reviewed the literature on this subject. The treatment of this disorder appears to be surgical. Whether its pathogenesis is related to the more common varieties of primary aldosteronism is open to speculation. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Dye NV,Litton NJ,Varma M,Isley WL

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diagnostic peritoneal lavage (DPL) is an established procedure in evaluation of trauma victims but is less well established for use in patients suspected of having acute intra-abdominal disease. Twenty-six seriously ill patients at our institution who had DPL for acute intra-abdominal disease form the basis of this re...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Bailey RL,Laws HL

更新日期：1990-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The number of methicillin-resistant STaphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections in the hospital setting is increasing but little is known of its prevalence in the community. In a 1986-1987 study, the prevalence in dermatology outpatient clinics was <0.9%. This study reports changes in the same facilities from 19...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Price MF,McBride ME,Wolf JE Jr

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have reported a case of septicemia and meningitis due to alpha-hemolytic Streptococcus in a 5-day-old infant. The microbiologic and clinical characteristics of neonatal infection with this organism lead us to conclude that this bacterium can be pathogenic in the newborn and should not be dismissed as a contaminant....

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Fraser JJ Jr,Marks MI,Welch DF

更新日期：1983-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of lasers has assumed an increasingly important role in the treatment of a variety of cutaneous lesions over the past few decades. Because of their effectiveness, physicians from a variety of specialties have incorporated lasers into their practices. Unfortunately, widespread availability of lasers a...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Alster TS,Bettencourt MS

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00