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Case Report: The Challenge Of Balancing Stewardship And Advocacy, Samuel Thalathoti, Kishan Patel, James Espinosa, Alan Lucerna
Case Report: The Challenge Of Balancing Stewardship And Advocacy, Samuel Thalathoti, Kishan Patel, James Espinosa, Alan Lucerna
Rowan-Virtua Research Day
We report a case of a 62-year-old female who presented with chief complaint of generalized weakness and was ultimately diagnosed with hypereosinophilia. This chief complaint is challenging for many EM physicians, and the differential diagnosis of generalized weakness is vast. Etiologies of generalized weakness in the adult population ranges from infection, dehydration, cardiovascular disease, to neurologic compromise. It is crucial for the Emergency Physician to put emphasis on proper history collection, detailed physical exam, and appropriate ancillary testing. In this case report we showcase the significance of the optimal evaluation of life-threatening disorders that presents as generalized weakness, as well …
Case Study Of Horner Syndrome Due To Internal Carotid Artery Dissection, Kajel Patel
Case Study Of Horner Syndrome Due To Internal Carotid Artery Dissection, Kajel Patel
Rowan-Virtua Research Day
Carotid artery dissection can occur either spontaneously or because of trauma. It is usually the most common cause of stroke in middle-aged patients. The symptoms can be transient or persistent and typically occur a few days after the inciting traumatic event.