Navigating a Rare Neurological Conundrum: Quadriparesis in Neurocysticercosis With Hydrocephalus.

This case illustrates the diagnostic challenges in identifying neurocysticercosis, which is initially mistaken for tubercular arachnoiditis. Early recognition and multidisciplinary management are crucial for preventing severe complications. The case also describes the importance of awareness and timely treatment of neglected tropical diseases to improve patient outcomes.

'Stuck in catch-22': a qualitative study of perceived work ability and decision-making about employment in severe asthma.

Background: Severe asthma (SA) is characterised by persistent asthma symptomatology despite adherence to intensive treatment and control of asthma triggers. It is estimated that approximately 50% of individuals with SA have current employment, considerably less than rates in the general population. Poor physical and mental health status have been suggested as a potential explanation for this, but the relationship has not been investigated in depth.

An Economic Evaluation of Direct Oral Penicillin Challenge for De-Labelling Low Risk Patients With a Penicillin Allergy Label.

Background: Removing inaccurate penicillin allergy labels (PALs) can reduce unnecessary exposure to 'watch' and 'reserve' groups of antibiotics and thereby reduce antimicrobial resistance. The most efficient model for a non-allergy-specialist-led penicillin allergy de-labelling (PADL) service has not been established.

Objective: To determine the costs to the UK National Health Service of a direct oral penicillin challenge (DPC) for low-risk patients with a PAL in three hospitals in England, each with a different non-allergy-specialist delivery model: pharmacist-led, nurse-led, and mixed multidisciplinary.

Low Field Magnetic Resonance Imaging to Detect Acute Kidney Injury.

Renal oxygenation is essential for maintaining kidney function. Disruptions in oxygen delivery can lead to renal hypoxia, which can exacerbate kidney injury through multiple pathways, including inflammation, oxidative stress, and ischemia-reperfusion injury. Despite the recognized importance of oxygenation in renal pathology, non-invasive and reliable methods for assessing kidney oxygen levels are limited.