Narcolepsy: a case report and review of literature by E. Baltakytė, A. Popa, E. Pajėdienė

“…In this paper we present a clinical case of narcolepsy type 1 causing both diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Furthermore, the most common symptoms of narcolepsy, diagnosis, treatment options as well as possibilities to implement them in Lithuania are overviewed in this article. …”
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Pitfalls in Labelled Leukocyte Scanning by H Hodgson, M Roddie

“…The advantages and disadvantages of each technique are compared. Certain diagnostic pitfalls and causes of false-positive results including radiation enteritis, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug ingestion and intra- and extra-abdominal sepsis are discussed in full, and it is shown that in most cases good labelling technique, careful imaging and awareness of alternative mechanisms for leukocyte appearance in the gastrointestinal tract will ensure correct interpretation of these scans.…”
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Developing a Soil Test Extractant: The Correlation and Calibration Processes by George Hochmuth, Rao Mylavarapu, Ed Hanlon

“…This 4-page fact sheet describes the process UF/IFAS soil scientists used to develop a predictive and/or diagnostic soil test that can be depended on by commercial agricultural and horticultural producers as well as homeowners and can provide accurate nutrient recommendations or diagnose nutrient imbalances for crops or plants. …”
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Corrigendum to “Population Analyses Reveal Pre-enrichment Method and Selective Enrichment Media Affect Salmonella Serovars Detected on Broiler Carcasses” [J. Food Protect. 82(10) (... by Nelson A. Cox, Mark E. Berrang, Sandra L. House, David Medina, Kim Cook, Nikki W Shariat

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Caractérisation des plaques d'identification militaires en zinc provenant du site de Carspach (Alsace, Haut-Rhin, F) by Marie-Jeanne Scholl

“…This thesis reports the diagnostic examination of these objects, including a thorough description of corrosion achieved from macro and microscopic observations and physicochemical analysis (XRF, SEM-EDX, FTIR and Raman) and propose a methodology to help the choice of a treatment protocol, adapted to this type of objects.…”
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Modern radiology in gastroenterology (Аccording to the 19-th Russian gastroenterological week data) by Z. A. Lemeshko

“…Expansion of the range of problems solved with application of radiological diagnostic methods of gastroenterological patients is marked.…”
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Enhancing Reading Comprehension through an Intensive Reading Approach by Andrés Insuasty Cárdenas

“…At the initial stage, a diagnostic test, field notes, and three questionnaires allowed the identification of the students’ needs. …”
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Microbiology and Management of Pediatric Liver Abscesses: Two Cases Caused by Streptococcus anginosus Group by Michael Cellucci, Erin Simon, Stephen Eppes

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Angio-Seal™ Embolization: A Rare Etiology of an Acute Distal Limb Ischemia by Glenmore Lasam, Joshua Brad Oaks, Jeffrey Brensilver

“…We herein report a serious vascular complication of diagnostic cardiac catheterization due to an embolization of an Angio-Seal closure device causing acute lower limb ischemia. …”
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Clinical use of 3D computed tomography in diagnosis and therapy of tail necrosis in a ball python (Python regius) by Ts. Chaprazov

“…The main musculoskeletal diseases in reptiles diagnosed through computed tomography (CT) are vertebral malformations and disorders. This diagnostic imaging technique is crucial for the outcome and prognosis of applied treatment. …”

Acute Appendicitis Secondary to Appendiceal Endometriosis by João Paulo Nunes Drumond, André Luis Alves de Melo, Demétrius Eduardo Germini, Alexander Charles Morrell

“…This article reports a case of acute appendicitis caused by appendiceal endometriosis for which laparoscopic appendectomy and diagnostic confirmation were performed after histopathological analysis.…”
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Multifunctionality of digestive system periodic activity (an age after discovery) by G. F. Korotko

“…To demonstrate progress of the concept of functional designation of periodic activity of digestive system, multifunctionality of this biological rhythm and its possible clinical and diagnostic value.Key points. Periodic activity of digestive system is one of 90-minute biorhythms of body of humans and animals in which motor and secretory functions of digestive organs and many parameters of other physiological systems change in natural pattern. …”
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The Restoration of the Panel Painting depicting the Adoration of Shepherds with a Saint Bishop by Claudia Cricchio

“…A careful historical and artistic study as well as a diagnostic analysis preceded the restoration that aimed to re-establish a good reading of the painting. …”
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Management Control Systems – Strategic Alignment Relations: A Study at Itaipu Binacional by Ronaldo Tavares, Wenderson Diego Norberto, Eloi Damke, Luciano Panek

“…Data collected through a survey of 341 respondents and analysed through structural equation modelling by the Partial Least Squares (PLS) method revealed that the levers of control are associated, exerting a positive influence, with the strategic alignment, with diagnostic, beliefs, and interactive systems showing significant statistical associations.…”
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Tuberculous Spondylitis: A Report of Different Clinical Scenarios and Literature Update by Catarina Lacerda, Rita Linhas, Raquel Duarte

“…The aim of this paper is to increase awareness of tuberculous spondylitis in modern times, describing three different cases and discussing its best diagnostic and therapeutic approach based on the current literature.…”
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“Human Babesiosis”: An Emerging Transfusion Dilemma by Helieh S. Oz, Karin H. Westlund

“…Here, we illustrate different stages of the parasite lifecycle, progression of babesiosis in animal model, some aspects of pathologic outcomes, ongoing therapeutic modalities, and a feasible Acridine Orange fluorescent methodology for the diagnostic evaluation of blood samples.…”
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Neurosarcoidosis camouflaging as partial miller: Fisher syndrome by B N Shiva Prasad, Subramanian Ramaswamy, Aumir Moin, Srinivas Nalloor

“…Neurosarcoidosis (NS) often masquerades as other disorders, and the occurrence of GBS-like clinical phenotype is a diagnostic challenge. We report a case of NS presenting as atypical GBS.…”
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The Anterior Ratio: The Missing Link between Orthodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry by Raman Aulakh

“…The anterior ratio is an important diagnostic tool required for both disciplines of orthodontics and restorative dentistry which is often overlooked. …”
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Cytomegalovirus and Human Herpesvirus 6 and 7: Diseases and Diagnosis in Transplantation by Paul D Griffiths

“…Recommendations cannot therefore be made about appropriate diagnostic strategies or about treatment since it is not clear if these viruses are pathogens or passengers.…”
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Avoiding Misdiagnosis in Patients with Neurological Emergencies by Jennifer V. Pope, Jonathan A. Edlow

“…Our goal is to help emergency physicians and other providers reduce diagnostic error, understand how these errors are made, and improve patient care.…”
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