Publications by authors named "Drake Giese"

Introduction: The paucity of objective data on the residency application is challenging to Orthopedic Surgery residency programs when selecting candidates to interview and to rank. Qualifying or quantifying the effect of geography on match results will help programs screen and rank candidates more effectively. The aim of this study is to describe the geographic background of current Orthopedic Surgery residents in the United States relative to their current residency program.

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Nivolumab, an investigational monoclonal antibody targeting a specific immune pathway, has shown promise in treating various autoimmune diseases. However, like other immunomodulatory agents, it has potential side effects. This case report describes a rare adverse event of nivolumab-induced diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in a patient with a history of adrenal insufficiency secondary to nivolumab.

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Calciphylaxis is a disorder causing ischemic skin necrosis, typically associated with end-stage renal disease or those receiving dialysis. Occurrence is rare in those without end-stage renal disease, and treatment options are limited. This case report describes a patient with calciphylaxis without end-stage renal disease or history of dialysis.

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Article Synopsis
  • Bilateral ureteroinguinal hernias are rare, with only five documented cases prior to this one.
  • A 60-year-old male presented with large hernias that extended into the scrotum and contained redundant ureters.
  • The hernias were surgically repaired using a staged approach, and follow-up imaging over five years showed successful repairs without any urinary obstruction.
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