Surfer's Myelopathy: A Rare Form of Spinal Cord Infarction in Novice Surfers: A Systematic Review.

Background: Surfer's myelopathy is a rare, acute, atraumatic myelopathy that occurs in novice surfers.

Objective: To review the literature and to present an illustrative case.

Methods: Medical literature was queried for all reports of this condition, systematically abstracted, and analyzed.

5196 mandible fractures among 4381 active duty army soldiers, 1980 to 1998.

Objective: We present the frequencies of various types of mandibular fractures along with associated mechanisms and injuries.

Methods: Retrospective analysis of 5196 mandible fractures in 4381 patients extracted from the Total Army Injury and Health Outcomes Database (TAIHOD), a comprehensive database developed by the U.S.

Use of hypnosis in controlling lumbar puncture distress in an adult needle-phobic dementia patient.

Lumbar punctures are often vital to the medical management of patients with suspected organic pathology, yet they are commonly met with such distress that medical risk is significantly increased, and patient rapport is significantly decreased, further compromising medical treatment. Although the use of hypnosis for lumbar punctures is well established in pediatric patients, no literature exists for adult patients. Similarly, there is no extant research regarding hypnosis for dementia patients, likely due to the limiting factors of impaired attention and concentration.

Percutaneous management of caliceal diverticula.

The diagnosis of a caliceal diverticulum may be serendipitous or established owing to patient symptoms. Once the decision to treat a diverticulum has been made, a percutaneous approach should be considered. If stones are present, complete stone removal and obliteration of the diverticulum should be the goals of surgery.

Medical hypnosis for temporomandibular disorders: treatment efficacy and medical utilization outcome.

Aim: The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of a particular behavioral medicine treatment modality, medical hypnosis, on reducing the pain symptoms of temporomandibular disorders (TMD).

Methods: Twenty-eight patients who were recalcitrant to conservative treatment for TMD participated in a medical hypnosis treatment program and completed measures of their pain symptoms on 4 separate occasions: during wait list, before treatment, after treatment, and at a 6-month follow-up. In addition, pretreatment and posttreatment medical use were examined.

Orbital and facial granulocytic sarcoma (chloroma): a case report.

Granulocytic sarcoma is an uncommon manifestation of myelogenous leukemias in which focal masses of immature myeloid cells from the granulocytic lineage infiltrate bone and soft tissue. It is most common in the pediatric population and may present at any time in the course of the disease, either concurrently with the onset of leukemia or during a remission or relapse. Occasionally, it may precede the clinical onset of acute myelogenous leukemia (AML), presenting a diagnostic challenge.

Transient osteoporosis of the talus.

Transient osteoporosis is a clinical syndrome of unknown etiology characterized by the acute onset of pain gradually worsening over several weeks to months. Radiographic changes occur, but laboratory studies are generally unremarkable. Transient osteoporosis of the talus appears to have a similar clinical appearance, radiographic findings, and successful response to conservative management as transient osteoporosis found elsewhere in the body and can be treated similarly.

Clinical applications of hypnotherapy in a medical setting.

Since 1958, hypnosis has been recognized by the American Medical Association as a legitimate form of medical treatment when administered by an appropriately trained practitioner. With the prevalence of certification societies and international organizations, the specialty has increased its level of professionalism and clinical applications. However, in spite of increased exposure and utilization of this unique clinical application, its use within medical settings varies considerably.

Medical hypnosis for hyperemesis gravidarum.

Hyperemesis gravidarum in pregnancy is a serious condition that is often resistant to conservative treatments. Medical hypnosis is a well-documented alternative treatment. This article reviews the empirical studies of medical hypnosis for treating hyperemesis gravidarum, explains basic concepts, and details the treatment mechanisms.

Management of lateral sinus thrombosis.

Objectives: Review the clinical signs and symptoms, management, bacteriology and outcomes of patients treated for lateral sinus thrombosis.

Study Design: A retrospective review of six patients, treated from 1993 through 1998, with an intraoperatively confirmed diagnosis of lateral sinus thrombosis.

Methods: All charts from 1993 through 1998 coded for sinus thrombosis, meningitis, brain abscess, otitic hydrocephalus, subdural abscess, and mastoidectomy were reviewed.

Bronchiectasis: the 'other' obstructive lung disease.

Bronchiectasis belongs to the family of chronic obstructive lung diseases, even though it is much less common than asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema. Clinical features of these entities overlap significantly. The triad of chronic cough, sputum production, and hemoptysis always should bring bronchiectasis to mind as a possible cause.

Effect of delayed inoculation of selective media in antenatal detection of group B streptococci.

Objective: To determine accuracy of group B streptococcal culture swabs immediately inoculated after sampling compared with swabs transported to the laboratory and inoculated subsequently.

Methods: Lower genital tract specimens were collected by sweeping two rayon-tipped swabs across the lower vagina and rectum of gravidas at 35-37 weeks' gestation. One swab was placed immediately in selective growth medium (immediate inoculation group).

Variability in patient preparation for prostate biopsy among American urologists.

Objectives: To assess the variability in patient preparation for prostate biopsy (PBX) among practicing American urologists.

Methods: A survey was sent to 900 practicing American urologists randomly selected by the American Urological Association computer files. The survey asked about their pre-PBX protocol.

Efficacy of one dose fluoroquinolone before prostate biopsy.

Objectives: To demonstrate the efficacy of a simple preparation for prostate biopsy (PBX) and to determine its potential cost savings.

Methods: One hundred fifty consecutive PBXs were performed using a Fleet enema and a single oral dose (300 mg) of ofloxacin as the pre-PBX preparation.

Results: Of the 150 PBXs we performed, only 1 (0.