Acute respiratory distress syndrome caused by demulsifier poisoning: A case report.

Background: This case report emphasizes the potential pulmonary toxicity of demulsifier gas, which is a widely used chemical. To our knowledge, this is the first documented instance of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) induced by inhalation of demulsifier gas. This report underscores the need for increased workplace safety and awareness regarding health risks associated with demulsifiers, particularly in industrial settings.

[Surgical treatment of primary hyperparathyroidism].

Objective: To investigate the causes of misdiagnosis and the surgical treatment of primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT).

Methods: The clinical data of 26 patients with PHPT from July 2008 to January 2013 in The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical College and The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University were retrospectively analyzed, including preoperative diagnosis and operative method. The level of serum calciumion and serum parathyroid hormone (PTH), Ultrasonography, CT, (99)mTc-methoxy isobutylis onitrile ((99)mTc-MIBI) were used in the diagnosis before operation.