Hypothyroidism Presenting as Adynamic Ileus Mimicking a Mechanical Small Bowel Obstruction: A Diagnostic and Management Dilemma.

Patients who present with nausea, vomiting, constipation, and abdominal pain typically undergo workups for small bowel obstruction (SBO). SBO is commonly caused by mechanical obstruction due to adhesions, inflammatory conditions, or malignancies. Hypothyroidism is primarily associated with decreased basal metabolic rate and rarely, in severe cases, gastrointestinal motility dysfunction.

Investigating the Underutilization of Uterine Fibroid Embolization by Surveying Practice Preferences of Obstetricians/Gynecologists.

This study aimed to survey the practice preferences of obstetricians/gynecologists (OB/GYNs) that may be contributing to the underutilization of uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) in the treatment of symptomatic uterine fibroids (SUFs). A 22-question survey was created using the Qualtrics XM software and distributed to an obstetrics/gynecology-specific social media group of resident or attending OB/GYNs practicing in the United States. One hundred twelve responses met the inclusion criteria.

Diagnostic Yield of Abdominal Radiographs in the Pediatric Emergency Department.

Background And Objectives: Abdominal radiographs (ARs) are commonly used in the pediatric emergency department (PED). Their low diagnostic accuracy leads to overuse, excess radiation exposure, and increased resource usage. This study aims to assess the diagnostic yield of ARs in the evaluation of intraabdominal pathology in the PED.

Migration of an Interactive Global Health Conference to a Virtual Platform: Engaging Learners During the Pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic has halted many large gatherings, and research conferences are no exception. Large conferences, once attended in-person, have primarily switched to a virtual format, utilizing online platforms. Every January, Medical Students Providing Across Continents (MedPACt), the University of Central Florida College of Medicine's global health interest group, hosts a student-run Global Health Conference that features a keynote speaker, discussion panel, and research presentations, and workshops for participants to engage in.