Extensive Scalp Melanoma in an Elderly Female: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Scalp melanoma is a rare and aggressive form of skin cancer. Its occurrence in the elderly population poses unique challenges due to factors such as delayed diagnosis and comorbidities. We present a case of extensive scalp melanoma in an elderly female to highlight the clinical presentation, diagnostic process, treatment modalities, and outcomes.

Association Between Self-Rated Health and Medical Care Disruption Due to COVID-19 Among Individuals With Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease.

Background: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has disrupted medical care across diverse populations with varying outcomes. In this study, we evaluated the relationship between health rating and disruption in medical care due to COVID-19 among individuals with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD).

Methods: Data from the 2020 National Health Interview Survey was used for this study.

Late-Onset Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis in an Adult Female With Type 2 Renal Tubular Acidosis: A Case Report.

Proximal renal tubular acidosis (type 2 RTA) is a metabolic disorder characterized by an inability of the proximal renal tubules to reabsorb bicarbonate, resulting in excessive urinary loss of bicarbonate. In return, this causes a standard anion gap metabolic acidosis with aberrant renal acidification, culminating in excessive urinary potassium loss and hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis. Several sources can induce potassium deficiency, ranging from slight abnormalities in potassium homeostasis to catastrophic and occasionally lethal circumstances.