Publications by authors named "M Asfour"
Osteomyelitis is commonly caused by pathogens like , but rare organisms such as , typically associated with superficial skin infections, can also be implicated. Recognizing these atypical pathogens presents diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, especially in the presence of orthopedic hardware. We conducted a literature review yielding 25 studies and encompassing 797 patient cases, which highlights the emerging role of species in osteomyelitis, particularly following trauma or surgical interventions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSevere mitral regurgitation (MR) following surgical repair of the mitral valve poses a significant clinical challenge. Patients who have undergone surgery are typically at high risk for a second operation. This report details the case of a 54-year-old male who underwent aortic valve replacement and mitral valve repair using a 34-ring, 14 years prior.
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- * A systematic review analyzed 4 studies with 166 patients, finding that sodium fluorescein led to high tumor visibility during surgery, achieving gross total resection in 86.9% of cases with relatively low complication rates.
- * While sodium fluorescein appears beneficial for differentiating tumors from surrounding nerves and tissues, further multicenter randomized controlled trials are needed to fully understand its impact on surgery outcomes compared to current methods.
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- Pituitary adenoma surgery is challenging due to complex anatomy and hormonal issues, but AI and machine learning show potential to aid neurosurgeons in decision-making and improving outcomes.
- A comprehensive review revealed 44 relevant studies with 17 different algorithms used, focusing on outcomes, complications, costs, and adenoma characteristics.
- While AI/ML can enhance surgical planning and strategies, challenges like algorithm choice, performance assessment, and ethical concerns must be addressed to develop reliable models for neurosurgery.
Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (MRONJ) is a serious debilitating disease resulting from long-term treatment with Antiresorptive drugs such as Bisphosphonates or Denosumab, which significantly affects patients' quality of life. A 43-year-old female patient with stage 4 breast cancer and treated with Zoledronic Acid for bone metastases was referred to the Department of Oral Medicine at the Faculty of Dentistry, Damascus University. The main complaint was pain in the right maxilla.
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