Medical Management of Glaucoma in the 21st Century from a Canadian Perspective by Paul Harasymowycz, Catherine Birt, Patrick Gooi, Lisa Heckler, Cindy Hutnik, Delan Jinapriya, Lesya Shuba, David Yan, Radmila Day

“…Despite recent advances in imaging and visual field testing techniques that allow establishment of earlier diagnosis and treatment initiation, significant numbers of glaucoma patients are undiagnosed and present late in the course of their disease. …”
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Clinically relevant phenotypes in chronic rhinosinusitis by Jessica W. Grayson, Marina Cavada, Richard J. Harvey

“…Methods A narrative review of a tertiary rhinology center’s research themes and how they are applied to clinical protocols and practice was assessed. Discussion Diagnosis and treatment of upper and lower airway conditions become increasingly important as phenotypes and endotypes are being described. …”
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The Process of Translation and Cross‐Cultural Adaptation of Functional Assessment Tools for Dementia: A Systematized Review by Freddie O'Donald, Clara Calia

“…Therefore, this systematized review aimed to explore the translation and cross‐cultural adaptation of functional assessment tools designed to support dementia diagnosis. Methods A systematic search of five electronic databases (CINAHL Plus, EMBASE, PubMed/MEDLINE, PsycINFO) was conducted from inception until September 2023. …”
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Skin Reactions to Pine Processionary Caterpillar Thaumetopoea pityocampa Schiff by Domenico Bonamonte, Caterina Foti, Michelangelo Vestita, Gianni Angelini

“…Morphologically, it is strophulus-like and consists of papulous, excoriated, and pinkish lesions on an oedematous base. Diagnosis is usually straightforward. The pathogenetic mechanism of the affection is mechanical, pharmacological, and allergic in nature. …”
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Acute Coronary Syndrome as an Unusual Initial Presentation of T-Prolymphocytic Leukemia: A Case Report and Review of the Literature by Christian R. Klein, Felix Jansen, Peter Brossart, Marco Herling, Georg Feldmann

“…In 10–15% of cases, the diagnosis is made by incidental findings in otherwise asymptomatic patients. …”
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Perianal Tuberculosis: A Case Report and a Review of the Literature by K. Ibn Majdoub Hassani, S. Ait Laalim, I. Toughrai, K. Mazaz

“…Tuberculosis should generally be taken into consideration in the differential diagnosis of the ulcerative lesions of the anal and perianal regions for these lesions do occur in the said areas despite their rarity. …”
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Opportunities and Challenges for Clinical Practice in Detecting Depression Using EEG and Machine Learning by Damir Mulc, Jaksa Vukojevic, Eda Kalafatic, Mario Cifrek, Domagoj Vidovic, Alan Jovic

“…Major depressive disorder (MDD) is associated with substantial morbidity and mortality, yet its diagnosis and treatment rates remain low due to its diverse and often overlapping clinical manifestations. …”
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Acute and Chronic Fetal Anemia as a Result of Fetomaternal Hemorrhage by Paul Singh, Tara Swanson

“…One should consider FMH as part of the differential diagnosis for fetal or immediate neonatal anemia. We describe a unique case of FMH that demonstrated both acute and chronic clinical features. …”
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Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome Associated with Tacrolimus in Cardiac Transplantation by Julián Alejandro Rivillas, Stephania Galindo-Coral, Francisco Arias-Mora, Juan David Lopez-Ponce de Leon, Noel Alberto Florez-Alarcón, Pastor Olaya-Rojas, Juan Esteban Gomez-Mesa

“…Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome as a neurological complication in patients with HT occurred early after the procedure. Early diagnosis and treatment might reduce the risk of serious complications and mortality.…”
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Surgical repair of cervical internal carotid artery aneurysm in a patient with suspected connective tissue disorder by Carlo Campesi, Daniele Mascia, Germano Melissano

“…CONCLUSION: The successful treatment for extracranial carotid artery aneurysm (ECAA) is determined by the carotid artery anatomy and aneurysm properties. The need for early diagnosis and extensive examination in patients with ECAA, as well as clinical suspicion of CTD, plays a crucial role in identifying individuals at risk and guiding optimal management strategies and follow-up. …”
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Primary large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of the urethra: a case report by Jianbai Chen, Xiaorong Mou, Zhiming Zhang, Zhiyong Nie, Jianxin Qiu

“…A biopsy subsequently confirmed the diagnosis of primary urethral LCNEC. Following radical resection, the patient exhibited abnormal lymph node enlargement in the first month and pelvic metastases in the fourth month. …”
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A Case of Hepatic Malignant Solitary Fibrous Tumor: A Case Report and Review of the Literature by Zhiyan Fu, Evita B. Henderson-Jackson, Barbara A. Centeno, Gregory Y. Lauwers, Mihaela Druta, Daniel A. Anaya, Yukihiro Nakanishi

“…The tumor cells showed strong and diffuse expression of CD34 and STAT6, confirming the diagnosis of malignant solitary fibrous tumor. Solitary fibrous tumor is a rare fibroblastic tumor characterized by a staghorn vasculature and NAB2-STAT6 gene rearrangement. …”
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Implementation of Free Text Format Nursing Diagnoses at a University Hospital’s Medical Department. Exploring Nurses’ and Nursing Students’ Experiences on Use and Usefulness. A Qua... by Sigrun Aasen Frigstad, Torunn Hatlen Nøst, Beate André

“…The informants describe positive experiences concerning free text format nursing diagnoses’ use and usefulness; it promotes reflection and discussion and is described as a useful tool in the diagnostic process, though it was challenging to find the diagnosis’ appropriate formulation. Conclusion. Our findings indicate a valid usability of free text format nursing diagnoses as it promotes the diagnostic process. …”
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Squamous Cell Carcinoma Arising in a Mature Cystic Teratoma by Suna Avcı, Fatih Selcukbiricik, Ahmet Bilici, Gülkan Özkan, Ayse Ayşim Özağarı, Fatih Borlu

“…According to histopathological diagnosis, squamous cell carcinoma arising in a mature cystic teratoma is diagnosed as a reason for the mass in the right adnexa of the patient. …”
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Treatment of Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration with Anti-VEGF Agents: Predictive Factors of Long-Term Visual Outcomes by Ana Catarina Pedrosa, Tiago Sousa, João Pinheiro-Costa, João Beato, Manuel S. Falcão, Fernando Falcão-Reis, Angela Carneiro

“…Visual outcomes, 12 and 60 months after diagnosis, were evaluated. In an attempt to identify predictive factors of visual outcomes, multiple variables (demographic and epidemiological characteristics, angiographic and tomographic features) were analyzed, at baseline and during follow-up. …”
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Whole exome sequencing identifies genomic alterations in proximal and distal colorectal cancer by Ryia-Illani Mohd Yunos, Nurul-Syakima Ab Mutalib, Sheau Sean Khor, Sazuita Saidin, Mohd Ridhwan Abd Razak, Norshahidah Mahamad Nadzir, Zuraini Abd. Razak, Isa Mohamed Rose, Ismail Sagap, Luqman Mazlan, Nadiah Abu, Rahman Jamal

“… Majority of colorectal cancer (CRC) patients are presented with advanced disease at diagnosis, particularly in cases of proximal CRCs. …”
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Malignancy in Membranous Nephropathy: Evaluation of Incidence by Basil Alnasrallah, John F. Collins, L. Jonathan Zwi

“…Results. 40 malignancies were identified in 37 patients, 28 of which occurred after the MN diagnosis. The standardized incidence ratio (SIR) was 2.1 (95% CI, 1.3–2.85) which was similar between patients ≥ 60 years and those <60 years. …”
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CONGENITAL SCOLIOSIS: AN ARTICLE REVIEW by Komang Agung Irianto, Hizbillah Yazid

“…Plain radiographs remain standard diagnosis. MRI evaluation should be considered. The goal of managing CS is to obtain a balanced trunk and spine while maintaining as much normal spinal growth as possible and preventing neural deficit. …”
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Gastric Duplication: A Rare Cause of Recurrent Vomiting by Brahmananda Koduri, Katie McHale, Christina Yost, Michael H. Goodman, Dennis Hoelzer

“…Persistent vomiting and paucity of air on the plain abdominal films provided a clue to the diagnosis. A CT scan of the abdomen with contrast revealed a uniformly thin walled fluid attenuation mass in the epigastric region which did not opacify with contrast. …”
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Vitreous Hemorrhage as Presenting Sign of Retinal Arteriovenous Malformation by Geraldine P. B. M. Accou, Fanny Nerinckx, Bart P. Leroy, Julie De Zaeytijd

“…Examination during a 23-gauge pars plana vitrectomy showed dilated, tortuous arteriovenous vessels extending from the optic disc and silver wiring of the enlarged vessels. A clinical diagnosis of retinal arteriovenous malformation was made. …”
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