Deutsche medizinische Wochenschrift
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Dtsch. Med. Wochenschr. · Dec 2002
Historical Article[Sugar, condiments and chocolate--more than just delicious].
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Dtsch. Med. Wochenschr. · Dec 2002
Case Reports[Granulocytic sarcoma of the tonsils associated with myelodysplastic syndrome].
A 60-year-old man with anaemia was found to have a myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) which was classified as refractory anemia with ringsideroblasts (RAEB). Because of severe fever the patient was hospitalized. Waldeyer's throat ring revealed signs of acute inflammation. ⋯ Granulocytic sarcoma is rarely associated with myelodysplastic syndrome. Deficiency in the immune system may facilitate the occurrence of miliary tuberculosis.
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Dtsch. Med. Wochenschr. · Nov 2002
[Diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemia. 24 consecutive cases].
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperosmolar hyperglycemia (HH) remain life-threatening complications of diabetes mellitus. Herein, we evaluated a standardized protocol for the therapy of acute hyperglycemic crises. ⋯ This study emphasizes the relevance of standardized written guidelines for the therapy of acute hyperglycemic crises in diabetic patients.