Free Silicone-Induced Granulomatosis and Hypercalcemia in a Transgender Female.

Introduction: Vitamin D derangements are a rare but important cause of hypercalcemia. Granulomatous disease is a primary cause of vitamin D derangements and is frequently associated with sarcoidosis, tuberculosis, and in the present case, foreign body granulomatosis. Liquid or injectable silicone is used as a filler for cosmetic body contouring.

Chemokine Assay Matrix Defines the Potency of Human Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stromal Cells.

Potency analysis of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) is required for their use in advanced clinical trials. Assay matrix strategy evaluating more than a single property of MSCs is an emerging strategy in potency analysis. Here we developed an assay matrix approach focusing on the secretory chemokine responses of MSCs using multiplex analytical method.

Medical Imaging Stewardship and Healthcare Savings: Utilization of Age Adjusted D-Dimer to Rule Out Acute Pulmonary Embolism.

Introduction: Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is a common diagnosis that can lead to death if left untreated. Computerized tomography pulmonary angiogram scan (CTPA) is the gold standard for diagnosis of PE. Utilization of CTPA is increasing in the emergency setting even when suspicion for PE is very low.