Correction: Hidden Blood Loss in Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion: An Analysis of Underlying Factors.

[This corrects the article DOI: 10.7759/cureus.35126.

Percutaneous hydrodiscectomy surgery effectiveness in chronic back pain (hydrodiscectomy in chronic back pain).

Objectives: To investigate the pre-operative and post-operative characteristics of patients suffering from chronic back and radicular pain who had percutaneous hydrodiscectomy. Hydrodiscectomy is an advanced percutaneous discectomy technique that utilizes a concentrated, high flow water current for the cutting and simultaneous tissue aspiration of the intervertebral disc.

Methods: Retrospective cohort study at a single center.

BCMA CAR-T induces complete and durable remission in refractory plasmablastic lymphoma.

Plasmablastic lymphoma (PBL) is a rare subtype of aggressive large B-cell lymphoma, with a dismal prognosis despite aggressive therapies. New approaches are needed for those with refractory disease. PBL expresses antigens similar to multiple myeloma (MM), including B-cell maturation antigen (BCMA).

Marker Screw Utilization for Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (MS-MIS TLIF): Promises and Advantages.

: Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (MIS-TLIF) has been investigated and shown excellent short- and long-term outcomes. In this paper, we describe a new MIS-TLIF technique and pedicle screw insertion using a marker screw as a guidance method. Moreover, we report perioperative, postoperative, and patient-related outcomes.

Hidden Blood Loss in Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion: An Analysis of Underlying Factors.

Background In the management of lumbar spine diseases, various techniques have been described for minimizing intraoperative blood loss. Soft tissue extravasation and hemolysis have been referred to as hidden blood loss (HBL). By acknowledging HBL and accounting for it in our postoperative care, strategies of fluid infusion and blood transfusion may be altered.

Rapid Deterioration of a Cervical Tuberculosis Disease in a Young Immunocompetent Patient: A Case Report.

Any organ system is prone to extrapulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB) development, including the spine. Spinal TB is a rare involvement, although considered one of the most dangerous forms of skeletal TB (STB). A 31-year-old man, who is a healthcare worker, presented to the outpatient Orthopedic Spine clinic at King Abdulaziz Medical City-Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs (KAMC-MNGHA) Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with a complaint of axial neck and upper back pain whose condition deteriorated quickly, necessitating urgent admission for surgical treatment in the form of cervical spine decompression and fusion, in addition to the anti-tuberculosis drug (ATD) scheme.

The Efficacy and Safety of Pimecrolimus in Patients With Facial Seborrheic Dermatitis: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Facial seborrheic dermatitis (SD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that can affect the quality of life with frequent recurrences. There is no medication as yet to cure this disease completely. There are four general categories of agents that are used to treat SD: antifungal agents, keratolytics, corticosteroids, and lastly calcineurin inhibitors.

The Hematological Differential Diagnosis of Mediastinal Masses.

Mediastinal masses commonly present in children and may pose diagnostic challenges, particularly with limited sampling. This article aids the pathologist by reviewing the hematologic differential diagnosis of a pediatric mediastinal mass, along with ancillary testing useful for rendering the correct diagnosis. A review of the more common lymphomas is presented, including classic Hodgkin lymphoma, T-lymphoblastic leukemia/lymphoma, and primary mediastinal (thymic) large B-cell lymphoma, along with brief mentions of less common entities such as gray zone lymphoma and thymoma as well as non-neoplastic conditions such as benign cysts and infections.

Dataset for longitudinal evaluation of the Abbott ARCHITECT SARS-CoV-2 IgM and IgG assays in a pediatric population divided by age.

Background: SARS-CoV-2 infection in children does not seem to follow the same pattern as in adults. Limited information is published on the level of antibody production and the duration of antibody response in children with COVID-19. Moreover, it is unknown if all children have a similar immune response to the infection, or if there are age dependent differences.

Longitudinal evaluation of the Abbott ARCHITECT SARS-CoV-2 IgM and IgG assays in a pediatric population.

Background: Clinical laboratory testing has been an essential part of COVID-19 management. Serology can provide valuable information regarding a patient's exposure to virus, and may have a larger role to play as vaccines becomes available. Limited data is available on the serological response in pediatric patients.

Termination of Electrical Storm After Double Valve Replacement Using Sympathectomy.

Electrical storm is a fatal condition unless aborted. Various treatments are available, each with its own limitations. Here, we present a case in which all forms of therapy failed except sympathectomy, which terminated the storm successfully.

Scoliosis Associated with Lumbar Spondylolisthesis: Spontaneous Resolution and Seven-Year Follow-Up.

Scoliosis is defined as a structural deformity of the spine in all three dimensions and diagnosed if the Cobb angle is ≥10 degrees. Scoliosis is frequently associated with symptomatic spondylolisthesis, with an incidence ranging from 15% to 48%. The present report describes a patient with scoliosis associated with grade IV lumbar dysplastic spondylolisthesis who experienced the spontaneous correction of scoliosis after spondylolisthesis correction and fixation.

Molecular surveillance of putative drug resistance markers of antifolate and artemisinin among imported in Qatar.

Malaria remains a significant public health challenge and is of global importance. Imported malaria is a growing problem in non-endemic areas throughout the world and also in Qatar due to a massive influx of migrants from endemic countries. Antimalarial drug resistance is an important deterrent in our fight against malaria today.

Distribution of Mutations Associated with Antifolate and Chloroquine Resistance among Imported in the State of Qatar.

is the most prevalent parasite worldwide, escalating by spread of drug resistance. Currently, in Qatar, chloroquine (CQ) plus primaquine are recommended for the treatment of malaria. The present study examined the prevalence of mutations in dihydrofolate reductase (), dihydropteroate synthase () genes and CQ resistance transporter () genes, associated with sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) and chloroquine resistance, among imported cases in Qatar.

Hb Jeddah [alpha68(E17)Asn-->His (alpha1)]: a newly recognized alpha chain variant, seen in combination with Hb S [beta6(A3)Glu-->Val], and found in three separate families of middle eastern origin.

We report a previously unrecognized alpha chain variant identified in three families from Saudi Arabia, Yemen and Abu Dhabi. The index patient presented for hemoglobinopathy screening and was identified to have both this novel alpha chain variant and Hb S [beta6(A3)Glu-->Val, GAG(-->)GTG]. Hb Jeddah results from a point mutation (AAC(-->)CAC) at codon 68 in exon 2 of the alpha1 gene.