Case Reports
Case Reports
Clostridium difficile Colitis in a Patient With Abdominal Distention, Pain, and Severe Constipation
This case reinforces the need to consider infectious disease as a possible cause of constipation for a patient on opioids.
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Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis in a Patient With Multiple Inflammatory Disorders
The risk of developing nephrogenic systemic fibrosis in patients with end stage renal disease may increase with exposure to gadolinium-based...
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Vitreous Hemorrhage in the Setting of a Vascular Loop
Although uncommon, vascular loops should be kept in the differential diagnosis of vitreous hemorrhage, and patients should seek care if...
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A Forgotten Cause of Cardiac Tamponade
Although purulent pericarditis is rare, it is essential to recognize its clinical features due to the high mortality rate in patients with a...
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Novel Neuroendocrine Tumor in Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1
This case highlights the appropriate use of genetic testing and supports expanding the clinical diagnosis of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1...
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The Clinical Pathophysiology of Chronic Systemic Sclerosis
Primary care providers should monitor disease progression in the skin and in the pulmonary, renal, cardiac, and gastrointestinal systems in...
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Synovial Chondromatosis: An Unusual Case of Knee Pain and Swelling
Although it is an uncommon cause of knee pain and swelling, synovial chondromatosis should be included in the differential diagnosis when...
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Acute Exertional Upper-Extremity Rhabdomyolysis in 3 Female Trainees
Early diagnosis and comprehensive management of exertional rhabdomyolysis are crucial to ensure full recovery and avoidance of complications.
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Misleading Diagnosis of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: A Clinical Concern
Diagnosis should be based on consideration of the clinical presentation, a pulmonary function test, blood and rheumatology laboratory findings,...
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A Veteran With Alcohol Use Disorder and Acute Pancreatitis
Discussion of treatment for a young patient with untreated posttraumatic stress disorder and acute abdominal pain.