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From the Editor
- A sneaky vascular disease
Cholesterol embolization syndrome may provide insights into atherosclerotic disease.
The Clinical Picture
- Verrucous plaques on the face, dysphagia, and limb weakness
An itchy bump on the upper lip rapidly grew and spread.
- Miliary tuberculosis in a patient with end-stage liver disease
Chest radiography showed patchy left basilar consolidation with subtle, diffuse interstitial opacities.
1-Minute Consult
- When is contrast needed for abdominal and pelvic CT?
The decision to use contrast depends on the diagnosis suspected.
- Should we give triple therapy to patients with atrial fibrillation after percutaneous intervention?
Triple therapy is aggressive and carries high risks of bleeding and death.
Symptoms to Diagnosis
- Peripheral artery disease and unusual skin findings
A 68-year-old man was admitted because of worsening skin problems in his legs.
Review
- Promoting resiliency in adolescents during a pandemic: A guide for clinicians and parents
Parents of adolescents may face unique challenges in helping their children navigate changes to their daily routine.
- Hospital-acquired and ventilator-associated pneumonia: Diagnosis, management, and prevention
Better diagnosis, management, and prevention are needed.
Letters to the Editor
- Trousseau sign and syndrome: Erroneous terms
Trousseau never described a constellation of symptoms in this disease.
- In Reply: Trousseau sign and syndrome: Erroneous terms
Trousseau sign should continue to be taught and recognized on physical examination.
Commentary
Successful management of obesity requires a multifaceted approach.