Sepsis caused by acute phlegmonous gastritis based on a group A .

We present a case of 45-year-old male with acute phlegmonous gastritis (APG) based on a hemolytic group A APG is a rare and often a potentially fatal disease, which is characterized by a severe bacterial infection of the gastric wall. Because APG is a rapidly progressive disease, it comes with high mortality rates. Patients with an early diagnosis may undergo successful treatment and have a survival benefit.

Dementia and delirium, the outcomes in elderly hip fracture patients.

Background: Delirium in hip fractured patients is a frequent complication. Dementia is an important risk factor for delirium and is common in frail elderly. This study aimed to extend the previous knowledge on risk factors for delirium and the consequences.

What do health consumers want to know about childhood vaccination? An evaluation of data from an Australian medicines call centre.

Objectives: Immunisation is crucial to population health. This study aimed to identify the information needs and concerns of health consumers regarding childhood vaccination.

Methods: We analysed 1,342 calls concerning childhood vaccination to an Australian pharmacist-operated medicines call centre (MCC).