Publications by authors named "Jennifer O Ibhiedu"
Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability worldwide, and cognitive impairment is a common consequence of stroke. Understanding the connection between stroke and cognitive impairment is crucial for effectively managing symptoms and improving patients' quality of life. This abstract provides an overview of the relationship between stroke and cognitive impairment and explores strategies for managing cognitive symptoms in stroke survivors.
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- Connective tissue disorders like Marfan syndrome (MS) and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) are caused by genetic mutations that weaken connective tissue, increasing the risk of serious complications like aortic dissection.
- This review examines how these disorders relate to aortic dissection, covering clinical symptoms, underlying biological mechanisms, genetic factors, diagnosis, treatment strategies, and possible related health issues.
- The focus is primarily on MS and EDS, but it also includes insights into less common connective tissue disorders and conditions like cutis laxa that may lead to aortic problems.
Rationale: This case report elucidates the management of a hypertensive crisis in a patient with underlying kidney disease, shedding light on the intricate interplay between these conditions. This unique case contributes valuable insights to the scientific literature.
Patient Concerns: The patient exhibited severe headache, visual disturbances, and chest pain.
The most frequent hyperglycemic emergency and the leading cause of death in people with diabetes mellitus is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). DKA is common in people with type 1 diabetes, while type 2 diabetes accounts for roughly one-third of occurrences. Although DKA mortality rates have generally decreased to low levels, they are still significant in many underdeveloped nations.
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- * A study reviewed 23 articles published from 2010 to 2023, focusing on current management guidelines primarily based on those from Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes.
- * Key recommendations in the guidelines include early detection, interventions like controlling blood pressure and diabetes, lifestyle changes, and regular monitoring, with referrals to nephrologists for advanced cases.