Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Apr 2022
Does Albumin Level Change the Strength of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Nomogram Used to Predict 5-year Survival in Patients with Colon Cancer?
To test the efficacy of including albumin in the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MKSCC) nomogram (MSKCC+A) on predicting the overall survival. ⋯ Nomograms, Neoplasm grading, Survival, Colon cancer, Serum albumin.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Apr 2022
Normative Measurements and Apparent Diffusion Coefficient Values of Parotid Lymph Nodes on Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
To determine the morphological features and apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) values of normal intraparotid lymph nodes (IPLNs) obtained from the MRI examination. ⋯ Parotid glands, Lymph nodes, Magnetic resonance imaging, Apparent diffusion coefficient.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Apr 2022
Case ReportsContralateral Recurrence of a Lumbar Juxtafacet Cyst Following Spontaneous Resolution.
We present a patient who had spontaneous resolution of a right L3/4 lumbar juxtafacet cyst (LJFC); and in whom, 2.5 years after regression of the previous cyst, a new contralateral L3/4 LJFC developed. Furthermore, with an extensive review, we discuss the selection criteria for patients for conservative treatment. A 44-year woman presented with right leg pain for two months. ⋯ In the setting of significant instability, conservative treatment for LJFCs can still be beneficial; however, its role in preventing recurrence of LJFCs may be inadequate. In such patients, early surgical correction of instability may result in better long-term outcomes. Key Words: Degeneration, Juxtafacet cyst, Recurrence, Spinal instability, Spontaneous resolution.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Apr 2022
Case ReportsMelena: An Unusual Manifestation of Metastatic Lung Cancer.
Lung cancer is the most common cancer around the world, and the leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Clinical manifestations of lung cancer may vary from non-specific respiratory symptoms to symptoms due to metastases. ⋯ Here, we present a case of squamous cell lung cancer in a 71-year male metastasing to the stomach, a very uncommon site of metastasis. Key Words: Lung cancer, Melena, Metastasis, Stomach.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Apr 2022
Case ReportsChryseobacterium indologenes Bacteraemia: A Potential Cause of Early-onset Neonatal Sepsis in a Full-term Baby.
Chryseobacterium indologenes is considered as an emerging pathogen known to cause pneumonia, bacteremia, and meningitis in children. It has been reported previously, mainly from the Indian subcontinent, as a rare cause of early-onset neonatal infection, mostly affecting preterm infants. ⋯ A positive neonatal blood culture of C. indologenes should not automatically be considered as a contaminant; and a joint discussion between neonatologists and microbiologists should determine the appropriate management and antibiotic regimen. Key Words: Early-onset neonatal sepsis, Bacteremia, Chryseobacterium indologenes, Contaminant, Antibiotics.