Medicine
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Observational Study
Hypoglycemia and jaundice in newborns with pituitary stalk interruption syndrome.
Pituitary stalk interruption syndrome (PSIS) is a rare disease associated with either isolated growth hormone deficiency (GHD) or combined pituitary hormone deficiency (CPHD). In older children and adults, most patients experience short stature or hypogonadism. Neonatal PSIS is extremely rare and is difficult to recognize due to absence of dwarfism. ⋯ Regular replacement ensures good prognosis. Sustained hypoglycemia and jaundice in newborns, indicate the presentation of PSIS. Early recognition is of great importance to avoid a life-threatening crisis.
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Observational Study
Preliminary screening for sarcopenia and related risk factors among the elderly.
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The distribution of ABO blood group is related to the incidence of various diseases. Gestational hypertensive disorders (GHD) is one of the most important risk factors during pregnancy, which has certain heredity. It is reported that ABO blood type is associated with the risk of GHD. However, the results are still controversial. In this study, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to clarify the relationship between ABO blood group and GHD. ⋯ DOI 10.17605/OSF.IO/3X9YZ.
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Prior reports have suggested that the red blood cell distribution width (RDW) parameter could be measured as a prognostic indicator in pulmonary embolism (PE) patients, thereby helping to guide their care. However, no systematic analyses on this topic have been completed to date, and the exact relationship between RDW and PE remains to be fully clarified. We will therefore conduct a systematic literature review with the goal of defining the correlation between RDW and mortality in acute PE cases. ⋯ As this is a protocol for a systematic review of previously published data, no ethical approval is required. Electronic dissemination of study results will be done through a peer-review publication or represented at a related conference.