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Cutaneous Ulcerations As The Presenting Sign Of Acute Aortic Occlusion, Odera Ekeh, Zoe I. Smith, Justin J. Green
Cutaneous Ulcerations As The Presenting Sign Of Acute Aortic Occlusion, Odera Ekeh, Zoe I. Smith, Justin J. Green
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Faculty Scholarship
This is a report of a case of acute aortic occlusion (AAO) in a 46-year-old woman who presented with confluent and coalescing punched-out ulcerations on the bilateral medial buttocks and abdominal ulcerations. This case highlights how AAO, although rare, should be considered in patients with cardiovascular risk factors presenting with acute lower extremity pain and new-onset cutaneous ulcerations of the perineum and/or abdomen.
Racial Differences In Perceived Risk And Sunscreen Usage, Rebecca Fliorent, Alicia Podwojniak, Lianne Adolphe, Katharine Milani
Racial Differences In Perceived Risk And Sunscreen Usage, Rebecca Fliorent, Alicia Podwojniak, Lianne Adolphe, Katharine Milani
Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine Faculty Scholarship
Background Although White individuals have higher incidence of melanoma, clinical outcomes are worse among patients with skin of color. This disparity arises from delayed diagnoses and treatment that are largely due to clinical and sociodemographic factors. Investigating this discrepancy is crucial to decrease melanoma-related mortality rates in minority communities. A survey was used to investigate the presence of racial disparities in perceived sun exposure risks and behaviors. Methods A survey consisting of 16 questions was deployed via social media to assess skin health knowledge. Over 350 responses were recorded, and the extracted data were analyzed using statistical software. Results Of …