UNILATERAL PROTEUS SYNDROME IN A NEONATE: A VERY RARE PRESENTATION

Unilateral proteus syndrome in a neonate: A very rare presentation

Proteus syndrome (PS) is a rare sporadic disorder with postnatal asymmetric overgrowth from any of the three germinal layers.The tissue overgrowth may present at birth but becomes more conspicuous with the progression of age.Though it apparently can affect any tissue, it commonly involves skin, bones, and central nervous system.The PS is difficult

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Integrated metabolomics and network pharmacology to reveal the mechanisms of hydroxysafflor yellow A against acute traumatic brain injury

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) has become a leading cause of mortality, morbidity and disability worldwide.Hydroxysafflor yellow A (HSYA) is effective in treating TBI, but the potential mechanisms require further exploration.We aimed to reveal the mechanisms of HSYA against acute Jills TBI by an integrated strategy combining metabolomics with network

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A retrospective review of the common childhood illnesses and the indications for antibiotic prescription at community hospital in Malawi

BackgroundChildhood remains a vulnerable period and a key determiner for adult health.Various illnesses experienced by children in their early years determine future performance and contribution to society.Acute and chronic infectious diseases, undernutrition, and early childhood non-communicable diseases have greatly been linked to intellectual di

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Impact of Material Stiffness and Anisotropy on Coaptation Characteristics for Aortic Valve Cusps Reconstructed from Pericardium

The numerical assessment of reconstructed aortic valves competence and leaflet design optimization rely on both coaptation characteristics and the diastolic valve configuration.These characteristics can be evaluated by the shell or membrane formulations.The membrane formulation is preferable for surgical Pedal Strap Pair aortic valve neocuspidizati

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Pulmonary Talcosis in an Immunocompromised Patient

The first case of pulmonary talcosis or talc pneumoconiosis related to inhalation of talc during its extraction and processing in mines was described by Thorel in 1896.Pulmonary talcosis is most commonly seen secondary to occupational exposure or intravenous (IV) drug abuse and, occasionally, in excessive use of cosmetic talc.Based on literature re

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