Publications by authors named "M Sammon"

Article Synopsis
  • - Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) is a condition linked to various medical issues, often related to severe hypertension, but it can also occur after blood transfusions, especially in patients with chronic anemia.
  • - A case study highlighted a patient who developed PRES and non-convulsive status epilepticus after a large blood transfusion, experiencing neurological symptoms like headache and vision loss, despite only having mild hypertension.
  • - Emergency physicians need to be cautious when administering blood transfusions to patients with chronic anemia and should consider PRES in their diagnosis when patients present neurological symptoms, even without severe hypertension.
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In the aftermath of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, over 100,000 individuals were evacuated to the United States, primarily arriving through Philadelphia International Airport and Dulles International Airport under Operation Allies Welcome. In Philadelphia, evacuees were greeted at the airport by a medical triage unit (MTU) that was rapidly assembled to provide on-site medical care. The MTU triaged emergent medical complaints, handled minor complaints on-site to reduce impact on local health care systems, distributed patients who did require a higher level of care among area hospitals, and ensured appropriate follow-up care for individuals with ongoing needs.

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We describe a helium source cell for use in cryogenic experiments that is hermetically sealed in situ on the cold plate of a cryostat. The source cell is filled with helium gas at room temperature and, subsequently, sealed using a cold weld crimping tool before the cryostat is closed and cooled down. At low temperatures, the helium condenses and collects in a connected experimental volume, as monitored via the frequency response of a planar superconducting resonator device sensitive to small amounts of liquid helium.

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Introduction: Scurvy is caused by vitamin C deficiency and manifests with a variety of symptoms including generalized fatigue, apathy, anemia, myalgias, easy bruising, and poor wound healing. It is generally thought of as a disease of the past, especially in developed countries. However, vitamin C deficiency still occurs, especially in patients with lack of access to fruits and vegetables.

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Philadelphia's response to welcoming Afghan evacuees during the COVID-19 pandemic suggests the need for a new approach to immigrant health care.

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