Recurrent NTM pulmonary disease despite avoidance of hot spring exposure in a plaque psoriasis patient treated with Secukinumab: a case report by Yixiao Wei, Chunlei Wang, Lingtao Chong, Xiaojing Cui

“…Conclusions There is potential association between Secukinumab, an IL-17A inhibitor, and NTM disease, echoing anti-TNF biologics’ NTM risk, indicating the urgent need for further research on pathogenic mechanisms and risk factors.…”
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Rituximab-Induced Coronary Vasospasm by Linda Lee, Vishal Kukreti

“…We report a case of coronary vasospasm occurring during a rituximab infusion in a patient with minimal tumour burden and who had no cardiac risk factors. This case highlights that determination of the cause of ischemia is important and may identify some patients who can be successfully rechallenged.…”
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Idiopathic CD4 lymphocytopenia: An uncommon but fatal cause of Pneumocystis pneumonia by Julia Schearer, Christopher Merrick

“…In those without previously identified risk factors, maintaining an index of suspicion for this diagnosis with search for underlying immunosuppressive cause is of utmost importance. …”
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Pregnancy-Associated Chest Pain: A Case of Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection by Vidhushei Yogeswaran, Satvik Ramakrishna, John S. MacGregor, Lucas Zier, Nora Goldschlager

“…Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) is an important cause of myocardial infarction that typically affects women without traditional cardiovascular risk factors. It is the most common cause of myocardial infarction in pregnant and postpartum women. …”
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Suspected Transient Ischemic Attack Related to Dysfunctional Quadricuspid Aortic Valve by Arun Katwaroo MBBS, Jessica Kawall MBBS, Priya Ramcharan MBBS, Valmiki Seecheran MBBS, MSc, Rajeev Seecheran MBBS, MHA, Nafeesah Ali MBBS, Shari Khan MBBS, Naveen Anand Seecheran MBBS, MD, MSc

“…We describe a 30-year-old Caribbean-Black woman with a clinical presentation suggestive of a transient ischemic attack (TIA) with no conventional cerebrovascular risk factors, albeit with a newly diagnosed quadricuspid aortic valve (QAV) with moderate aortic regurgitation (AR). …”
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AVC isquêmico na infância associado à COVID - 19 by Victor Hugo Alves Diniz, Guilherme Barros de Mattos, Lucas Roncoletta Vicentino, Vinicius Camargo Achermann, Maria Clara Pimenta Figueiredo, Gustavo Manginelli Lamas, Flavia Faganello Colombo, Katia Maria Ribeiro Silva Schmutzler, Elizete Aparecida Lomazi

“…Additional examinations suggest an acute vascular event without apparent risk factors. The discussion highlights the potential relationship between COVID-19 and pediatric ischemic stroke. …”
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Early Failure of Total Ankle Arthroplasty in a Patient with Ipsilateral Varus Knee Deformity by Taehyeon Kim, Su Chan Lee, Chang Hyun Nam, Suengryol Ryu, Hye Sun Ahn, Ji-Hoon Baek

“…Multiple risk factors such as age, body mass index (BMI), preoperative diagnosis, smoking, diabetes mellitus, malalignment of an implant, and presence of ipsilateral hindfoot fusion have been shown to contribute to failure of total ankle arthroplasty (TAA). …”
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Ischemic optic neuropathy: a review by M.Iu. Chaban

“…The review aims to summarize the current knowledge on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, risk factors, and clinical and diagnostic features of ischemic optic neuropathy. …”
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Multidimensional Sternal Fixation to Overcome a “Floating” Sternum by William Rothstein, Tyler Spata, Bryan Whitson, Ahmet Kilic

“…Sternal dehiscence is a rare but significant cause of morbidity for patients undergoing median sternotomy. The risk factors for this complication are well described and although sternal wires have traditionally been used for primary closure, rigid fixation with sternal plates is a viable alternative to avoid dehiscence in this high-risk cohort.…”
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Arterial Stiffness in Chronic Kidney Disease: The Usefulness of a Marker of Vascular Damage by Antonio Bellasi, Emiliana Ferramosca, Carlo Ratti

“…Detection of arterial stiffness provides physicians with useful prognostic information independent of traditional cardiovascular (CV) risk factors. In addition, this knowledge may help guide appropriate therapeutic choices and monitor the effectiveness of antihypertensive therapies. …”
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Carotenoids and Eye Health by Linda B. Bobroff

“…This 3-page fact sheet provides an overview of carotenoids, AMD, lutein, zeaxanthin, risk factors for AMD, and good sources of lutein and zeaxanthin. …”
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Teen Safety in Cyberspace by Kate Fogarty

“…This revised 5-page fact sheet defines online sexual solicitation and cyberbullying, explains the risk factors and negative effects of these communications, and outlines effective ways to protect youth from harm. …”
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Fall Prevention by Kristen D. Smith

“…In this document we will discuss each of these risk factors. Then, we will take a look at how older adults can reduce the risk of falling. …”
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Fall Prevention: Who's at Risk? by Sergio Romero

“… There are many risk factors associated with falls. Some risks are environmental, like poor lighting. …”
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Fall Prevention: Who's at Risk? by Sergio Romero

“… There are many risk factors associated with falls. Some risks are environmental, like poor lighting. …”
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Internet-Based Dementia Prevention Intervention (DementiaRisk): Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial and Knowledge Translation by Anthony J Levinson, Stephanie Ayers, Sandra Clark, Rebekah Woodburn, Maureen Dobbins, Dante Duarte, Roland Grad, Nick Kates, Sharon Marr, Doug Oliver, Alexandra Papaioannou, Karen Saperson, Henry Siu, Gillian Strudwick, Richard Sztramko, Sarah Neil-Sztramko

“…Improved knowledge of modifiable risk factors for dementia may help engage people to reduce their risk, with beneficial impacts on individual and public health. …”
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Risk and Prognosis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Mexican Americans with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus by Hatia RI, Hwang LY, Li R, Troisi C, Jalal PK, Amos CI, Gomez HF, Chun YS, Rashid A, Kaseb AO, Scheet PA, Hassan MM

“…Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed to determine the association between type 2 DM and HCC risk while adjusting for other risk factors. Also, a restricted analysis of patients with type 2 DM was conducted to determine the effects of age at onset and duration of DM on HCC risk. …”
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Hubungan Faktor Risiko Terhadap Kejadian Sindroma Koroner Akut pada Pasien Dewasa Muda di RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang by Anggita Tiara Pramadiaz, Muhammad Fadil, Henny Mulyani

“…</em><em></em></p><strong><em>Keywords: </em></strong><em>acute coronary syndromes, coronary heart disease, risk factors</em>…”
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Faktor Risiko yang Berhubungan dengan Kejadian Pneumonia pada Balita di Kelurahan Air Tawar Barat Padang by Yulia Efni, Rizanda Machmud, Dian Pertiwi

“…</em><em> </em><em></em></p><p><strong><em>Keyword</em></strong><strong><em>s:</em></strong><em> </em><em>children under five years of age</em><em>, risk factors, pneumonia</em></p>…”
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Duodenal Peptic Ulcer Perforation in the Puerperium Case Report Series by Elizabeth Stiles, Andre Robinson, Erin Fitzgerald, Marie Fleury, Andrew Rubenstein

“…A low threshold for imaging and identification of risk factors are critical to timely diagnosis and management.…”
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