Medical principles and practice : international journal of the Kuwait University, Health Science Centre
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We report a case that we believe to be the largest example of a testicular mixed germ cell tumor with a clearly defined histology pattern. ⋯ This tumor grew to extraordinary dimensions because of the patient's failure, due to fear, lack of knowledge and embarrassment, to seek medical help and to health professionals' negligence when performing regular check-ups.
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To compare the distribution of risk factors and clinical outcome of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) between Kuwaiti and other Arab men living in Kuwait. ⋯ The rate of admission for the entire patient population with a diagnosis of ACS was twofold higher for Kuwaiti than other Arab men. Among all patients and also those less than 55 years, the prevalence of diabetes mellitus was consistently higher among Kuwaiti than other Arab men thereby probably leading to the higher admission rate and in-hospital mortality.