Mid-ventricular Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy With Coexisting Myocardial Bridge.

Typical takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is a reversible form of myocardial injury that presents with a characteristic ballooning abnormality of the left ventricular apex. Typical TCM has been associated with myocardial bridging; however, mid-ventricular variant TCM has not. We describe a rare case of mid-ventricular variant TCM with a coexisting left anterior descending artery myocardial bridge and discuss management strategies.

A Case of Disseminated Superficial Actinic Porokeratosis Successfully Treated With Topical Lovastatin/Cholesterol Gel.

Disseminated superficial actinic porokeratosis (DSAP) is a disorder of abnormal keratinization for which there is no standard treatment. Treatment modalities that have traditionally been utilized with varying success include ablative therapies, topical pharmacologic treatments, surgical excision, and retinoids. The underlying pathophysiology of DSAP is secondary to genetic mutations in the mevalonate biosynthesis pathway, and thus topical lovastatin/cholesterol presents a promising treatment modality for this condition.

A Prospective Open-Label Study for Treatment of Infraorbital Hollows Using a Volumizing Hyaluronic Acid Filler.

This study aimed to prospectively evaluate the effectiveness, patient satisfaction, and early adverse events of using the hyaluronic acid filler VYC-20L for the treatment of infraorbital hollowing. A total of 21 participants underwent injection of VYC-20L. FACE-Q satisfaction surveys before and after treatment along with early adverse events surveys were conducted.

A Comparative Study of Acute Alcoholic Hepatitis vs. Non-Alcoholic Hepatitis Patients from a Cohort with Chronic Alcohol Dependence.

The rate of alcoholic hepatitis (AH) has risen in recent years. AH can cause as much as 40-50% mortality in severe cases. Successful abstinence has been the only therapy associated with long-term survival in patients with AH.

Assessment of Research Interests of First-Year Osteopathic Medical Students.

Context: According to a 2014 survey, 59% of students entering allopathic medical school reported previous research experience. However, limited data exist on the amount of research experience that students have before entering osteopathic medical school. A strong understanding of the research skills and level of interest of first-year osteopathic medical students is essential for developing research programs at osteopathic medical schools.