Case Reports
Case Reports
Recurrent Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor-Induced Angioedema Refractory to Fresh Frozen Plasma
The case of a patient with refractory angioedema who was treated with fresh frozen plasma without success raises concern for its effectiveness.
Case Reports
Application of Hand Therapy Extensor Tendon Protocol to Toe Extensor Tendon Rehabilitation
An innovative application of a hand extensor tendon repair protocol was applied by the hand therapy service to toe extensors when the hand surgery...
Case Reports
Adiposis Dolorosa Pain Management
While current approaches to treatment focus on surgery, opiates, and other medications, health care providers may also consider ketamine infusion...
Case Reports
Refractory Status Asthmaticus: Treatment With Sevoflurane
A patient with life-threatening asthma and status asthmaticus was treated with sevoflurane eneral anesthesia.
Case Reports
Disseminated Invasive Candidiasis in an Immunocompetent Host
Health care providers should consider a nonbacterial source as the causative agent for invasive candidiasis infection in immunocompetent patients...
Medical Forum
A Veteran Presenting With Leg Swelling, Dyspnea, and Proteinuria
Case Presentation. A 63-year-old male with well-controlled HIV (CD4 count 757, undetectable viral load), epilepsy, and...
Article
Fatal Drug-Resistant Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillus fumigatus in a 56-Year-Old Immunosuppressed Man
Immune status, severity or burden of disease, appropriate dosing of medication, and drug resistance are important considerations when treating...
Original Research
Review of Radiologic Considerations in an Immunocompetent Patient With Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Primary central nervous system lymphoma is increasingly seen in immunocompetent patients and should be considered in any patient with multiple...
What's Your Diagnosis?
A Reticular Rash on the Leg
A man presented with a nontender, flat rash with pigmentary alteration ranging from light brown to dark brown on his left leg. How would you treat...
Case Reports
Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration: A Rare Reaction
Awareness of shoulder injury related to vaccine administration and a high index of suspicion are necessary to evaluate patients with shoulder...