Obstructive Jaundice Mimicking Pancreatic Cancer: An Unusual Presentation of Autoimmune Pancreatitis.

Autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP) is an uncommon variant of chronic pancreatitis characterized by inflammatory changes within the pancreatic tissue triggered by autoimmune mechanisms. It is known to mimic pancreatic cancer due to its similar clinical and radiological presentations. We underline a case of a 55-year-old male who presented with weight loss, jaundice, and pruritus.

Comparison Between Dexmedetomidine and Propofol for Sedation on Outcomes After Cardiac Surgery in Patients Requiring Mechanical Ventilation: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized-Control Trials.

The aim of this study was to compare outcomes between dexmedetomidine and propofol for sedation after cardiac surgery in patients requiring mechanical ventilation. This meta-analysis was performed according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Online databases, including EMBASE, PubMed, and the Cochrane Library, were comprehensively searched to identify relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing the safety and efficacy of dexmedetomidine and propofol in patients undergoing cardiac surgery and requiring mechanical ventilation.

Nanoparticle Albumin‑Bound Paclitaxel and Solvent-Based Paclitaxel as Chemotherapy Options for Patients With Advanced Gastric Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

The aim of this study is to assess and compare the effectiveness and safety of nanoparticle albumin-bound paclitaxel (nab-PTX) and solvent-based PTX (sb-PTX) as treatment options for advanced gastric cancer. This meta-analysis was reported according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. We carried out a comprehensive search of PubMed, Google Scholar, and EMBASE from inception to June 15, 2023.

Efficacy and Safety of Colchicine in Prevention of Secondary Cardiovascular Outcomes Among Patients With Coronary Vessel Disease: A Meta-Analysis.

Coronary vessel disease (CVD) is a class of diseases that impacts the blood vessels and heart and is one of the leading causes of disability and death. CVD includes cerebrovascular disease and coronary heart disease, both illnesses of the vessels transporting the oxygenated blood to the brain or heart. Colchicine is an inexpensive and old drug with strong anti-inflammatory effects.

Hyperglycemia induces attention and gait deficits in diabetic mellitus patients.

Aims: Patients with diabetes mellitus experience a large number of falls and bone fractures that are not related solely to complications of the disease. The purpose of our study was to determine whether transient hyperglycemia affects attentional functions and gait.

Methods: This was a case-control study.