Medical coverage of high school athletics in North Carolina.

abstract：:Survival of infants with necrotizing enterocolitis may be complicated by intestinal stricture(s) as a result of healing of ischemic segments of bowel. An asymptomatic cecal stenosis not visible on barium enema was identified at operation for reestablishment of intestinal continuity. Infants recovering from acute necro...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Woodard BH,Bradford WD,Filston HC

更新日期：1979-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A phase II study of doxorubicin (Adriamycin)-based induction chemotherapy followed by cyclophosphamide/BCNU (CyBCNU) intensification and autologous bone marrow transplantation (ABMT) was conducted in 20 consecutive women with hormone-resistant metastatic breast cancer referred to our center. Of these 20 women, aged 24...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Saez RA,Slease RB,Selby GB,Strnad C,Epstein RB,Confer DL

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Citalopram is the newest selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) available in the United States. It is currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of major depression. However, a number of studies have found it to be effective in the treatment of panic disorder as well. While there h...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Brauer HR,Nowicki PW,Catalano G,Catalano MC

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Interruption of the inferior vena cava by the transvenous placement of a filter or umbrella effectively prevents pulmonary embolism by acting primarily as a physical barrier to emboli. Such a device will be effective only if the site of thrombosis is distal to the planned placement site. We have presented two cases in...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Alberts WM,Tonner JA,Goldman AL

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Computed tomography is widely used to diagnose acute pancreatitis. Iodinated contrast medium lengthens the duration of pancreatitis and may increase the incidence of local or systemic complications. Total parenteral nutrition including IV lipid emulsion plays an important role in the management of patients with pancre...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Kasi VS,Estrada CA,Wiese W

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Immunochromatographic urine pneumococcal antigen testing (ICT) has become a common diagnostic tool for those presenting with possible invasive pneumococcal disease. The incidence and clinical impact of ICT false-positivity on hospitalized patients has not been assessed outside of specific patient subpopulati...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Ryscavage PA,Noskin GA,Bobb A,Bardowski L,Zembower TR

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most patients with heart failure today are treated by primary care practitioners, not cardiologists. The Consensus Recommendations for the Management of Chronic Heart Failure, developed by the Advisory Council to Improve Outcomes Nationwide in Heart Failure, provide practice guidelines for the prevention, diagnosis, a...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Basile J

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We reviewed the records of 100 consecutive patients who had gastroscopy. All endoscopic work was done by our four-man surgical group. Roentgenographic and endoscopic diagnoses are compared with reference to degree of accuracy. The expanded uses of gastroscopy in surgical practice are illustrated and a plea is made for...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Futch CB,Jennings ER,Egan RW,Addison BA

更新日期：1978-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The University of Virginia Department of Medicine has reorganized its adult diabetic ambulatory care program to provide optimal primary care and subspecialty services. This new program, the Diabetes Consult Service of the University Medical Associates, is organized to provide primary care by a single physician in addi...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Pohl SL,Hodge RH Jr,Evans WS,Hodge SS,Lumelsky-Weinbaum J

更新日期：1981-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the case of an 18-year old man with hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS) having a classic clinical presentation and diagnostic renal pathology without evidence of microangiopathic hemolytic anemia (MAHA) by peripheral blood smear. Indirect evidence of hemolysis was suggested by mild anemia, elevation of serum lac...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Brilliant SE,Lester PA,Ohno AK,Carlon MJ,Davis BJ,Cushner HM

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mineral oil scrapings from an infant with a persistent, puzzling, generalized eruption revealed the mite, Sarcoptes scabiei. Various diagnostic technics and treatment for scabies are discussed. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Hazelrigg DE,Jarratt M

更新日期：1975-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most exercise programs designed for healthy persons older than 65 emphasize fitness development, but the maintenance of functional capacity and quality of life are equally important. The basic guidelines for frequency, intensity, and duration of training and the mode of activity recommended by the American College of ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Pollock ML,Graves JE,Swart DL,Lowenthal DT

更新日期：1994-05-01 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：:Infection with Mycobacterium kansasii in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome usually involves the lung or disseminated infection. We report a case of infection with M kansasii confined to the adrenal gland and possibly to an adjacent vertebral body that presented as a fever of undetermined origin. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Cook PP,Christie J

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The topical anesthetic solution TAC (tetracaine, adrenaline, cocaine) has gained widespread acceptance as the preferred local anesthetic for repairing skin lacerations in children. Despite this popularity, there are no universally accepted guidelines for its application. We report the case of a 6-month-old infant who ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Tipton GA,DeWitt GW,Eisenstein SJ

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of Wuchereria bancrofti filariasis was recently seen in a Haitian immigrant in Charleston, SC. The Caribbean area is a known endemic focus for this organism. With the increased numbers of immigrants from that area, it is likely that other such cases will be seen in the US. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Morris RC,Pappas AA,Garvin AJ

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Our purpose was to determine the discovery method and stage of newly discovered breast cancers at two different medical centers. To do this, we conducted a retrospective chart review at our urban and suburban teaching hospitals during 1991 through 1992 and 1992, respectively. Only 29 (26%) of 112 cancers at our urban ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Tigges S,Monticciolo DL,Kessler L

更新日期：1995-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Whipple disease (WD) is a rare disease caused by Tropheryma whipplei. The classic profile of the patient is that of a middle-aged man presenting with fever, chronic diarrhea, and arthralgias. Extragastrointestinal manifestations are not rare. A high degree of clinical suspicion for the disease is needed in atypical ca...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Basagiannis CS,Panagoulias GS,Tentolouris N,Basoukeas S,Sambaziotis D,Ladas SD

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The charts of 663 patients who had cholecystectomy were reviewed to determine the usefulness of preoperative radiologic examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract. In 14% of the patients a positive finding was reported. However, slightly less than half of these findings were confirmed at surgery. Only 2.9% of the...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Mullen JT,Watts MA,Ehrlich FE

更新日期：1977-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seizures are common in acute exacerbations of hepatic porphyria, even though the etiology is not identified in most cases. We have reported a case of normeperidine-induced seizures in a patient with hereditary coproporphyria. Although meperidine is commonly used for pain control during acute attacks in these patients,...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Deeg MA,Rajamani K

更新日期：1990-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three members of a family with Peutz-Jeghers syndrome had intussusception due to intestinal hamartomas. In addition, the grandfather had carcinoma of the jejunum, and the granddaughter had benign ovarian sex cord/stromal tumor causing sexual precocity. Benign and malignant tumors, not often associated with Peutz-Jeghe...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Laughlin EH

更新日期：1991-10-01 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

abstract：:Acute calcareous deposits of the hand and wrist have been infrequently reported. A review of the literature and five recent cases indicate that these painful lesions will respond rapidly to immobilization and medication. Differentiation from infection is important. ...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Watson FM Jr,Purvis JM

更新日期：1980-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to determine the relation among multiple morbidities and the prevalence of colorectal cancer (CRC) screening among older adult Appalachian residents of Kentucky. This is the first known study to address multiple morbidities exclusively with a health-disparities population. METH...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Fleming ST,Schoenberg NE,Tarasenko YN,Pearce KA

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of acute appendicitis with perforation associated with retained appendiceal barium. Abnormally retained barium may lead to appendicitis and this should be kept in mind when a barium-filled appendix is seen in an asymptomatic patient. Routine follow-up films on all patients whose appendix fills with ba...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Sisley JF,Wagner CW

更新日期：1982-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Any terrorist attack using weapons of mass destruction will result in substantial psychological trauma and stress. Primary care and emergency clinics will likely see patients who have stress-related emotional or physical symptoms, or exacerbations of preexisting health concerns. Significant psychological and behaviora...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Lacy TJ,Benedek DM

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Haemophilus influenzae endocarditis on a prosthetic valve has previously been reported only once. Routine physical and laboratory evaluation does not distinguish endocarditis from this organism from other causes of endocarditis. Our patient with prosthetic mitral valve endocarditis was successfully treated with antibi...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Blair TP,Baker WP

更新日期：1985-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present information describing how to search to identify those reports that provide insight into the answer to the query. We have presented a reasonable approach to searching, with our end-point being the identification of published articles which appear to answer our queries. The decision as to whether these artic...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Timm DF,Banks DE,McLarty J

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Early recognition and prompt intervention are the most crucial steps in the management of gallstone-induced biliary disease. Many conditions can mimic the presentation of gallstone-induced complications. Therefore, participation of a clinically astute physician is essential in evaluating symptoms and interpreting diag...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Ahmad M,Cheung RC,Keeffe EB,Ahmed A

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to determine the effect(s) of pregnancy and of advancing gestation on maternal serum amylase and lipase levels. Thus, serum amylase and lipase concentrations were quantitated in three groups of women. Groups included (1) 118 pregnant women whose serum amylase and lipase levels were meas...

journal_title：Southern medical journal

authors： Xydas NP,May JH,Henson MC

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00