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A Case of Myxedema Coma and Adrenal Insufficiency Post Pembrolizumab. [PDF]
Background. Despite their important clinical benefits, immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are associated with a spectrum of side effects known as immune‐related adverse events (irAEs). These can be of various organ system backgrounds, including dermatologic, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and endocrine.
El Alam A +7 more
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An autopsy case report of a patient with myxedema coma
Background Myxedema coma, a life-threatening complication of severe hypothyroidism, is associated with high mortality. Detailed autopsy findings from multiple organs in myxedema coma are rarely reported.
Syuichi Tetsuka +6 more
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Abstract A 6.5‐year‐old, spayed, female dog presented in acute respiratory distress. On admission, the dog exhibited dyspnoea, bradycardia, cyanosis and gastrointestinal signs, requiring immediate intubation and mechanical ventilation. Diagnostic evaluation revealed reduced butyrylcholinesterase activity, non‐cardiogenic pulmonary oedema, elevated ...
Sarah Hefer +6 more
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This report describes a case of syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH) in a Maltese with meningoencephalitis of unknown etiology (MUE). The dog was treated with water restriction and tolvaptan, a vasopressin receptor antagonist, which resulted in an improvement in hyponatremia.
Yelim Lee +5 more
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Severe hypothyroidism is traditionally considered a contraindication to elective major surgery due to the risk of perioperative metabolic decompensation and myxedema coma. However, in oncologic settings, delaying surgery may result in irreversible loss of resectability and adverse outcomes.
Nelson Buelvas, Harleen Khatra
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Legions of Presentations of Myxedema Coma
Myxedema coma is associated with decreased mental status and hyponatremia among patients with diagnosed or undiagnosed hypothyroidism. The diagnosis is challenging in the absence of universally accepted diagnostic criteria, but should be considered as a
Nirmalya Roy +5 more
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Background Acinetobacter baumannii is a leading nosocomial pathogen in intensive care units (ICUs), often resistant to multiple antibiotics. Data from the Baltic region remain scarce, limiting infection control and stewardship strategies. Methods We conducted an integrated phenotypic–genotypic analysis of A.
Mihails Dolgusevs +10 more
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Several regulatory initiatives have been made to clarify the acceptability and requirements of real‐world data and real‐world evidence (RWD/E) for the benefit/risk assessment of new medical products in Japan. The objectives of this review were to characterize the use of RWD/E in regulatory applications of new medical products and to describe the ...
Suguru Okami +2 more
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ABSTRACT In resource‐limited settings, clinicians must maintain a high index of suspicion for primary adrenal insufficiency and hypothyroidism in HIV‐positive patients presenting with non‐specific symptoms. Relying on clinical judgment and response to treatment is crucial when confirmatory tests are unavailable.
Majani Edward +2 more
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Sclerosing diseases of the skin
Summary Sclerosing skin diseases comprise a group of distinct dermatological conditions characterized by fibrotic changes that may severely impair patients’ quality of life. These conditions often present with cutaneous manifestations and, in some cases, may extend to extracutaneous tissues, potentially resulting in significant morbidity and mortality.
Yasamin Kalantari +4 more
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