Publications by authors named "Sara Alhariri"

Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis (CRMO) is a non-infectious, inflammatory disorder of the bones. CRMO typically affects children, with a predisposition to females. Bone-related pain is often felt in the metaphysis of long bones, particularly of the lower extremities, but it can also target other sites at varied time intervals.

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As a global community, we have learned that the manifestations of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SAR-CoV-2), infection, or coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), extends far beyond respiratory compromise. Thrombocytopenia is thought to occur secondary to increased platelet consumption. Platelet activation and platelet-mediated immune inflammation contribute towards the thromboembolic complications seen in COVID-19 patients.

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Obesity is a global epidemic with steadily increasing prevalence in most countries. Weight loss is generally challenging for patients to tackle in the face of the temptation to overeat and avoid physical activity. Hence, clinicians and patients alike are likely to steer toward the use of .

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Soft tissue sarcomas (STS) comprise a large group of heterogeneous malignant tumors that form approximately 1% of all adult malignancies. Most sarcomas originate from soft tissue and the rest arise from the bone. Undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma (UPS) is an aggressive tumor that usually presents as an asymptomatic subcutaneous mass that exhibits rapid growth with unremarkable skin findings.

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Bone marrow fibrosis (BMF) is a histopathological finding appreciated in a multitude of conditions such as myeloproliferative diseases and malignant neoplasms, along with autoimmune disorders. Autoimmune myelofibrosis (AIMF) is a particularly uncommon etiology of benign BMF. AIMF may be primary with serologic evidence of autoantibodies or secondary to an underlying autoimmune disease.

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Colorectal carcinoma (CRC) is a common malignancy with steadily declining incidence rates and mortality, secondary to improved screening and lifestyle changes (eg, decreased smoking rates). The association between pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and CRC has been unclear in the past. However, multiple studies showed a positive association between PID and underlying malignancy (gynecologic and pelvic primarily).

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The sternoclavicular joint (SCJ) is an uncommon location for septic arthritis to occur in. Due to the rarity of the condition and the nonspecific symptoms, SCJ septic arthritis can be missed or mislabeled as osteoarthritis or muscle strain. Accurate history and physical examination is crucial for recognizing this condition.

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Mucormycosis is a devastating fungal infection seen in patients who are immunosuppressed or in severe inflammatory states. Mucormycosis has been increasingly seen in the setting of the novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) virus. We describe a 68-year-old male with a past medical history of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus who presented with acute vision loss and was found to have concomitant diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection on presentation.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Sara Alhariri"

  • - Sara Alhariri's recent research primarily focuses on complex medical cases and conditions, highlighting the multifaceted impacts of systemic diseases such as COVID-19, obesity, and autoimmune disorders on various bodily systems.
  • - Her literature reviews cover diverse topics, from the specifics of chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis and its effects predominantly on children, to the rare complications arising from thrombocytopenia following COVID-19, illustrating the diverse manifestations of these medical conditions.
  • - Alhariri also emphasizes the connections between underlying health issues and severe complications, examining cases of cardiac and oncological concerns linked with lifestyle factors and infections, thereby contributing to the broader understanding of disease progression and management in unique patient scenarios.