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Am J Ther
January 2025
Northwell, New Hyde Park, NY, Department of Medicine, Manhasset, NY.
Background: C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) is a rare disease affecting the complement alternative pathway, categorized into dense deposit disease and C3 glomerulonephritis. Dense deposit disease predominantly affects younger individuals, while C3 glomerulonephritis tends to manifest in older populations. The diseases are characterized by dysregulation of the complement alternative pathway, leading to the deposition of complement components in the glomeruli and subsequent renal dysfunction.
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January 2025
Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Medical University of Vienna, Währinger Gürtel 18-20, 1090, Vienna, Austria.
The rise in global obesity prevalence has increased the need to understand the pharmacokinetics of drugs in overweight and obese individuals. Tuberculosis remains a significant health challenge, and its treatment outcomes can be influenced by the pharmacokinetic profiles of antitubercular agents. This literature review aims to point out the clinical pharmacokinetics of antitubercular drugs in the overweight and obese patient population, highlighting considerations for potential dosage adjustments.
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December 2024
Dorothy Borton is an independent infection prevention consultant based in Philadelphia, Pa., and a member of the Nursing2024 Editorial Board.
Measles (rubeola) cases and outbreaks have increased worldwide in 2023 and 2024. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the global resurgence of measles cases, highlighting the critical role of vaccination in preventing outbreaks. It also discusses the factors contributing to declining vaccination rates, the implications for public health, and immediate infection control measures in the event of suspected cases.
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January 2025
Division of Trauma, Surgical Critical Care and Emergency Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.
Objectives: To provide a narrative review of disordered lymphatic dynamics and its impact on critical care relevant condition management.
Data Sources: Detailed search strategy using PubMed and Ovid Medline for English language articles (2013-2023) describing congenital or acquired lymphatic abnormalities including lymphatic duct absence, injury, leak, or obstruction and their associated clinical conditions that might be managed by a critical care medicine practitioner.
Study Selection: Studies that specifically addressed abnormalities of lymphatic flow and their management were selected.
Int J Dermatol
January 2025
Department of Dermatology and Allergology, University of Szeged, Szeged, Hungary.
Understanding the pathophysiology of inflammatory skin diseases, including psoriasis, atopic dermatitis (AD), and prurigo nodularis (PN), has led to the development of innovative treatments. In the February issue of the Journal, we provide insight into the global epidemiology and psychosocial impact of psoriasis. We also discuss the role of tissue-resident memory T cells in disease recurrence and evaluate the effectiveness of tildrakizumab in treating difficult areas in psoriasis.
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