Unraveling a Complex Case: Brucellosis Manifesting as Fever of Unknown Origin, Septic Ankle Arthritis, and Iliacus Abscess.

Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria of the genus , predominantly affecting livestock and humans through contact or consumption. It is a major public health challenge, particularly in developing countries. Symptoms can be mild to severe, making diagnosis difficult and often resulting in more chronic problems if those issues are not addressed.

Comparing the Prevalence and Characteristics of Chest Pain in Children and Adolescents Pre- and Post-COVID-19: A Retrospective Study.

Background: Chest pain is a common complaint among pediatric patients, often leading to visits to Emergency Departments or outpatient clinics. While most cases are benign, timely diagnosis is essential to prevent fatalities in those with serious conditions. The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted healthcare dynamics, necessitating an understanding of its impact on pediatric health, including potential complications such as chest pain, fever, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, and headache.

The Minimally Important Difference (MID) in Visual Acuity That Represents Changes in Patients' Quality of Life.

To assess the minimal change in visual acuity perceived by patients as important in different eye-related interventions. PubMed was utilized to search articles on each of the four major interventions: cataract surgery, keratoplasty, different glaucoma treatments, and refractive eye surgery, each combined with quality of life (QoL) and visual acuity keywords. The search was narrowed to articles between 2000 and 2023.