Objective: To describe a unique case of locked-in syndrome due to diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.Background: Primary central nervous system large B-cell lymphoma (PCNSBL) is an uncommon variant of extra-nodal non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Clinical symptoms can vary with focal neurological deficits, ...
What is a normal BNP level? BNP: B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) is a type of protein released by the muscles of the heart when they become stretched and overworked because they cannot pump blood efficiently. High levels of BNP in the blood are indicative of heart failure. ...
What is Cardiac Output? What is the cardiac output? What are the two factors that determine cardiac output? How are these factors regulated? Which heartbeat measurement is most indicative of your general health? How cardiac output determines blood pressure? What diagnostic tool is most co...
Changes in the glutathione system have been assessed because GSSG efflux from cells into the plasma is considered indicative of oxidative stress. GSH is oxidized to GSSG in cells in response to an increase in free radicals (2). Sastre et al (47) observed changes in glutathione redox status in...
introduction 5 brainwatch The shape of the lesions is another important factor in the analysis of images. In multiple sclerosis (MS), multiple small oval-shaped lesions located close to the ventricular system can be detected. Ring-like lesions are indicative of abscesses or some brain tumours. ...
Blood is withdrawn from a vein in the arm, or by means of a prick to the finger. Common Reasons For Blood Tests If during the course of an examination your doctor uncovers an issue which may be indicative of a problem, your doctor may be able to find further information about your cond...
(b) MSOT image of Hb and HbO2obtained from the box in (a); increased blood volume is indicated by the yellow arrows; (c) Total blood volume assessed by MSOT is indicative of hyperemia in the tumour area; (d) Relative lipid concentration assessed by MSOT demonstrates disruption of fat ...
Given the patient's stable hemodynamic status and absence of fever, the initial plan included intravenous fluid resuscitation to address the elevated creatinine and lactate levels, along with a small bowel follow-through (SBFT) study on the same day of admission. Operative intervention was considered...
Answer to: What is the significance of the enlarged liver and spleen, hematocrit, and elevated serum bilirubin and microscopic hematuria in sickle...
Typically, they are indicative of different underlying conditions, but certain diseases may present with both types under varying circumstances. 6 What causes exudate? It is caused by inflammation due to infection, injury, or disease, leading to increased vascular permeability. 5 How is transudate ...