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Disseminated Mycobacterium Marinum Presenting As Bursitis In A Patient With Psoriatic Arthritis On Adalimumab, Mallory Suhling, Aditya Dutt, Olivia Cook, Summer Moon

West Florida Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

Case Report Of Neurosyphilis, Caroline Finnerty, Elizabeth Diaz, Teena Mathew

North Texas Research Forum 2025

This is the case of a 29 year old female who initially presented with generalized joint aches noted to have neurosyphilis. Because of her delayed treatment, this case presents interesting findings that we classically no longer see in syphilis cases due to early detection and treatment. The case looks at the early symptoms as well as late symptoms if syphilis is left untreated. The patient was ultimately treated with IV penicillin with improvement of her symptoms.

Dysphagia Turned Histoplasmosis: Histoplasmosis Manifesting As Oral Lesions In A Renal Transplant Patient, Alexis Nguyen, Sebastian Hinojosa, Trey Richardson, Levan Gakhokidze, Alissa Ice, Piera Sosa, Heidi Schaefer, Anthony Langone

Gulf Coast Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

A Flea-Borne Mystery: Unraveling Murine Typhus In A Patient With Unexplained Encephalopathy, Jose Loayza Pintado, Jorge Aboytes Trevino, Ceasar Uribe

Gulf Coast Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

An Atypical Case Of Epec-Hus In An Adult, Rabia S. Mahfooz, Annmary Behanan, Babivigasan Gunasegaran, Amita J. Dsouza

Gulf Coast Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

Use Of Intraoperative Vancomycin Powder And Its Effects On The Incidence Of Surgical Site Infection In Orthopaedic Trauma: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Troy Puga, Mckenna Box, Alan Lam, Claire Ferguson, Mason Poffenbarger, Cornelis Potgieter, John Riel

North Texas Research Forum 2025

Introduction Surgical site infection (SSI) in orthopaedic trauma can have devastating consequences for patients. Many risk factors for SSI exist and many strategies are employed to prevent SSI. The use of intraoperative powdered vancomycin is one such strategy used in orthopaedic trauma surgery, however, evidence and guidelines remain unclear. The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate the evidence for the use of powdered vancomycin in orthopaedic trauma surgery for the prevention of SSI. Methods A search was conducted across Pubmed/Medline, Cochrane, and Embase databases to evaluate for the use of powdered vancomycin in orthopaedic trauma surgery for the …

Necrotizing Alternaria Pneumonia In An Immunocompetent Male, Joel Mathews, Jose Aguilar-Martinez, Sean Sojdie, Zain Tariq, Tamer Hudali

North Texas Research Forum 2025

Abstract: Alternaria species is a rare cause of invasive fungal pneumonia, typically described as an opportunistic pathogen, usually seen in immunocompromised patients producing virulent forms of sinus, cutaneous, and ocular infections. Alternaria species sparingly affect immunocompetent individuals and are often managed without any medical interventions. We present a case of invasive fungal necrotizing pneumonia caused by Alternaria alternata species in an immunocompetent 28-year-old male with only a past medical history of well-controlled asthma managed with an as-needed albuterol inhaler. His complaints included worsening foul-smelling productive cough with yellow-dark brown sputum along with subjective fevers, chills, chest pain, and dyspnea for …

Atypical Stroke-Like Presentation In A Patient With Mucormycosis, Joseph Crutison, Yasser El-Daour, Dominique Pean

Gulf Coast Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

Decolonizing Health In Madagascar: A Francophone Perspective, Delaney K. Brenner

CISLA Senior Integrative Projects

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An Extremely Rare Case Of Group C Streptococcal Cavitary Pneumonia In Young Female, Arjun Kamath, Jorge Garza, Ethan Goldberg, Deekshita Valiveti, Abhay Vakil, Zuhair Ali

Gulf Coast Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

A Case Of Meningitis With Pyogenic Ventriculitis, Shterna Frand, Matthew Gutzmer, Melissa Jaworski, Calan Teel, Premal Patel

North Texas Research Forum 2025

Bacterial meningitis and subsequent pyogenic ventriculitis in patients with complex medical histories and prior cranial surgeries presents significant diagnostic and management challenges. While typical signs of infection such as fever and leukocytosis may be present, secondary complications including seizure, respiratory failure, and pyogenic ventriculitis can complicate the clinical course. This case illustrates the need for comprehensive evaluation and tailored intervention in immunocompromised patients presenting with atypical infection. The case involved a 63-year-old female with a prior craniotomy and multiple comorbidities, presenting to the Emergency Department with acute encephalopathy and suspected bacterial meningitis. Upon transfer to the ICU following acute onset …

Fatal Streptococcal Pneumonia Bacteremia Complicated By Purpura Fulminans In An Asplenic Patient, Farigol Hakem Zadeh, Nikita Shah, Vidya S. Kollu

North Florida Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

Reverse Halo Sign On Imaging - What Can It Be?, Arjun Kamath, Jorge Garza, Ethan Goldberg, Deekshita Valiveti, Abhay Vakil, Zuhair Ali

Gulf Coast Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

Primary Hepatic Tuberculosis Mimicking Hepatocellular Carcinoma And Cholangiocarcinoma, Dj Jiang, Aarohi Parikh, Eric Riha, Kevin Garnepudi

Gulf Coast Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

Incidence Of Allergic Reactions To Cefazolin In Patients With Penicillin Allergy Undergoing Operative Repair Of Pelvis Or Extremity Fracture, Hans Drawbert, Laclan Anderson, Marisa Fat, John Riehl

North Texas Research Forum 2025

Introduction Surgical site infections (SSI) account for 20% of all healthcare associated infections with an estimated yearly cost of $3.3 billion in the US alone (1). Cefazolin (Ancef) is a commonly used prophylactic antibiotic in orthopaedic surgery and has been shown to reduce SSI compared to other antibiotics, but potential cross-reactivity in patients with a penicillin allergy (PA) leads to concerns regarding the safety of cefazolin administration. This study evaluates the incidence of allergic reactions to cefazolin in patients undergoing orthopaedic surgery with a PA. Methods A retrospective cross-sectional database review study was conducted. Patients aged 18 or over who …

Probiotics For The Primary Prevention Of Inpatient, Antibiotic-Associated Clostridioides Difficile Infection: A Multi-Center, Retrospective Study, Cooper Josephs, Taylor Templeton-Jager, Julie Worthington

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2025

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The Face-Off Between Two Mimics: Lupus And Tuberculosis, Fnu Swatisikta, Nang Kham, Ali Chaudhry

East Florida Division GME Research Day 2025

INTRODUCTION Both lupus and Mycobacterium tuberculosis can affect any organ and can present with non-specific multi-organ involvement. In a patient with lupus, it may be difficult to distinguish between a lupus flare and a mycobacterial infection.

CASE A 28-year-old female with a history of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), (anti-Smith and ds-DNA positive), presented with knee swelling, chest and abdominal pain. She had elevated inflammatory markers, hyperkalemia with AKI. CT chest showed bilateral lung micronodules and patchy opacity. The patient had been on long-term steroids, mycophenolate, and hydroxychloroquine. Belimumab and voclosporin were initiated after a recent kidney biopsy revealed class 4 …

Culture Negative Endocarditis Masquerading As Idiopathic Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis, Sania Moonnumackel, Manish Pandey, Randy Nguyen, Reuben Abreu, Seline Haci, Neelima Paladugu, Machaiah Madhrira

North Texas Research Forum 2025

Background: Infective endocarditis (IE) is a challenging disease to diagnose often presenting with heterogeneous features. Blood cultures are the gold standard for diagnosing endocarditis, but it is important to know that up to 20 % of cases of infective endocarditis have negative blood cultures. Leukocytoclastic vasculitis (LCV) is a small vessel vasculitis and is idiopathic in 50% of cases. LCV is a rare but possible presentation of Infective endocarditis. Hence IE should be part of the differential diagnosis when LCV is diagnosed. Case summary: A 53-year-old male patient presenting right lower extremity pain and vesiculobullous lesions over bilateral upper and …

Necrotic Pancreatitis Due To Cronobacter Sakazakii Infection, Daler Kudratov, Jehidy Batista Michelena, David Benitez, Meghan Myppala, Adam Gomez, Oswaldo Renteria, Juan Rodriguez, Kuljot Bansi

Central & West Texas and San Antonio GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

Mycobacteria Tuberculosis Pericarditis In Immunocompromised Patient, David Benitez, Martin Twumampofo, Aasia Khan, Oscar Garcia

Central & West Texas and San Antonio GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.