Publications by authors named "Sulafa Khalil"
The aim of this meta-analysis was to determine the effect of pulmonary hypertension (PH) on survival in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). The present study was conducted according to the guidelines of Preferred Reporting of Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA). We conducted a comprehensive search of electronic databases including PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science from January 1, 2015, to March 10, 2024.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMaximal Tizanidine withdrawal managed with dexmedetomidine: a vital intervention.
Oxf Med Case Reports
February 2024
Tizanidine withdrawal is a rare and complex phenomenon characterized by a surge in adrenergic activity upon abrupt discontinuation of the drug. We present a unique case of a 41-year-old male with multiple comorbidities who self-administered an exceptionally high daily dose of Tizanidine, leading to severe withdrawal symptoms. This case report highlights the challenges in managing such cases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLeptomeningeal carcinomatosis (LMC) is a rare condition where malignant cells infiltrate the leptomeninges of the central nervous system. We present a case of a 51-year-old male with stage IV adenocarcinoma of the lung who developed recurrent vertigo. The patient initially received a diagnosis of peripheral vertigo, but his symptoms worsened over time and were associated with headache, vomiting, and one episode of seizure.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAcute pancreatitis is associated with multiple local or systemic complications in response to systemic inflammation that may eventually result in multi-organ failure. Neurological complications are uncommon in acute pancreatitis. Examples include cerebral hemorrhage, infarction, cerebral fat embolism, Wernicke encephalopathy, and cranial nerve (CN) palsy.
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- Intragastric balloon (IGB) is a minimally invasive procedure used for managing obesity and can be utilized alone or alongside other weight-loss methods, including bariatric surgery.
- While the insertion of the IGB is generally considered safe and well-tolerated, there are potential complications that can range from mild to severe, including the rare occurrence of acute pancreatitis.
- The case presented involves a patient who developed acute pancreatitis linked to their IGB insertion, diagnosed after ruling out other causes, and the patient was subsequently treated conservatively during hospitalization.
Introduction: and importance: Haemophilus influenza severe presentations have decreased dramatically after the Hib vaccination was introduced. However, due to the emergence of Multi-drug resistance organisms, severe presentations like meningitis and ventriculitis may occur.
Case Presentation: Here, we have described a rarely reported case of non-typeable Haemophilus influenza ventriculitis in a previously healthy patient.