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Incidence, contributing factors, and predictors of diagnostic errors in medical inpatients: A retrospective cohort study

Journal of Hospital Medicine, Volume 21, Issue 8, Page 854-863, August 2026.
Abstract Background Diagnostic error is a major patient safety concern in hospitals, yet most studies have focused on selected high‐risk subgroups, leaving the broader general internal medicine inpatient population understudied. Objectives To determine the incidence, contributing factors, resulting harm, and predictors of diagnostic error in medical ...
Caterina E. Marx, Elena Hofmann, Martin Perrig, Gurpreet Dhaliwal, Wolf Hautz, Jörg P. Isenegger, Ernst Lipp, Drahomir Aujesky, Manuel R. Blum, Tobias Tritschler   +9 more
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Mapping Plastic Reconstructive Surgical Needs and Access Barriers in Sub‐Saharan Africa: A Scoping Review

World Journal of Surgery, Volume 50, Issue 8, Page 2348-2359, August 2026.
An estimated 140 million additional surgical procedures are required annually, yet access to safe, timely, and affordable surgical care remains limited, particularly in low‐ and middle‐income countries, where the poorest 2.2 billion people receive only 3.5% of procedures.
Sabina Rodriguez Velásquez, Camille Beatrice Gaza Bionda Valera, Saidu Idris Ahmad, Nante Rachel Wangi, Sara Botero Mesa, Peter Nthumba, Anne Zeidan, Pierre Quinodoz, Olivia Keiser, Lionel Dumont   +9 more
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Listeria Monocytogenes: an uncommon pathogen of cervical necrotizing fasciitis

B-ENT, 2016
The aim of this paper is to present a unique case of neck-necrotizing fasciitis caused by Listeria Monocytogenes in a young woman, successfully treated by surgery and IV antibiotic therapy.
M. Libanore, R. Merlo, M. Borin, E. Marchesi, M. R. Rossi, C. Fabbris, S. Pelucchi, F. Stomeo, A. Ciorba, N. Malagutti   +9 more
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Rare Breast Emergency: A Case of Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Breast in a Lactating Patient

European Journal of Breast Health
Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare but potentially lethal infection of the skin and soft tissue, commonly seen in the perianal and gluteal regions. Concomitant diabetes is a predisposing factor. Primary necrotizing fasciitis of the breast is rare in healthy
Gökhan Giray Akgül, Sümeyra Güler, Simay Akyüz, Duygu Bayram, İbrahim Burak Bahçecioğlu, Müjdat Turan, Hikmet Erhan Güven, Mehmet Ali Gülçelik, Kerim Bora Yılmaz   +8 more
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Laboratory risk indicators for acute necrotizing fasciitis in the emergency setting

Journal of Acute Disease, 2016
Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare bacterial skin condition which forms a major diagnostic challenge and is associated with poor prognosis unless promptly treated.
Syed Shayan Ali, Fatimah Lateef
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Two cases analysis of streptococcal toxin shock syndrome and necrotizing fasciitis caused by streptococcus pyogenes

生物医学转化, 2023
Objective To explore the therapeutic method of streptococcal toxin shock syndrome and necrotizing fasciitis caused by streptococcus pyogenes. Methods We retrospectively reviewed 2 cases of streptococcus pyogenes infection, summarize the treatment ...
Liu Xiaofeng, Zheng Yongqiang, Lin Liang, Lin Zhenyu, Zhang Jinshan   +4 more
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Prognostic Factors for Postoperative Complications. An Aggregate Protocol for 10 Observational Studies From the Danish TRIPLE‐A Cohort of 1.2 Million Surgeries

Acta Anaesthesiologica Scandinavica, Volume 70, Issue 7, August 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Postoperative complications substantially increase morbidity, mortality and healthcare costs. Understanding prognostic factors is essential for risk stratification, targeted prevention strategies, and development of prediction models.
Anders Peder Højer Karlsen, Asta Prescott, Caroline Folkersen, Jens Laigaard, Atena Saito, Caroline Lando Klammer, Mik Wetterslev, Emil Ipsen Ørskov, Mathilde Fahrendorff, Rebecca Kiær, Helene Holm Laigaard, Nichlas Hovmand, Lars Hyldborg Lundstrøm, Sebastian Buhl Rasmussen, Anders Kehlet Nørskov, Markus Harboe Olsen   +15 more
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Retroperitoneal Necrotizing Fasciitis Following Prolonged Physical Activity: A Case Report

Clinical Practice and Cases in Emergency Medicine
Introduction: Retroperitoneal necrotizing fasciitis is a rare, rapidly progressive, and often fatal infection of the retroperitoneum. In many cases the source of infection is unclear, and cutaneous signs of necrotizing fasciitis may be absent.
Jordan R. Pollock, Edmundo Chantler, Bhavesh Patel, Nelly Tan, Wayne Martini   +4 more
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A Case of Postsurgical Necrotizing Fasciitis Invading the Rectus Abdominis Muscle and Review of the Literature

Case Reports in Medicine, 2014
Necrotizing fasciitis is a life-threatening, soft tissue infection and an early diagnosis is needed to permit a prompt surgical and medical intervention.
Francesco Carbonetti, Antonio Cremona, Marco Guidi, Valentina Carusi   +3 more
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Psychosocial Outcomes of Microwave Thermolysis for Axillary Hyperhidrosis and Bromhidrosis in Adolescents: A Retrospective Study

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Volume 25, Issue 8, August 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Primary axillary hyperhidrosis and bromhidrosis in adolescents cause significant physical discomfort and psychosocial distress, negatively impacting emotional well‐being and social function. While microwave thermolysis is effective in adults, its psychological benefits in adolescents remain understudied.
Sheng‐Ni Chen, Sindy Hu, Chun‐Yu Cheng, Shyue‐Luen Chang, Chau‐Yee Ng, Ya‐Ching Chang, Min‐Hui Chi, Jennifer Wu, Sze‐Wen Ting, Fang‐Ying Wang, Yau‐Li Huang   +10 more
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