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Postoperative ischemia can lead to neurological deficits and is a known complication of glioma resection. There is inconsistency in documented incidence of ischemia after glioma resection, and the precise cause of ischemia is often unknown. ⋯ Postoperative ischemia and neurological deficit were significantly correlated. Intraoperative administration of vasopressors, insular glioma involvement, and absence of temporal lobe involvement were significantly associated with postoperative ischemia.
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Mechanical thrombectomy (MT) became the "gold-standard" treatment for most patients with acute ischemic stroke due to anterior circulation large vessel occlusion. With such a remarkable paradigm shift, it is important that this modality of treatment becomes widely and homogeneously available throughout the United States and other countries. ⋯ The current situation in the United States regarding MT access is marked by geographic and socioeconomic disparities. We provide an overview of current challenges and solutions in achieving more universal access to MT for the population.
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Case Reports
A 45-Year-Old Woman With Unexplained Iron Deficiency Anemia and No Respiratory Symptoms.
A 45-year-old Japanese woman was diagnosed with anemia in a work place medical check-up and came to our hospital for further investigations. She had experienced general fatigue and orthostatic dizziness for 6 months without fever or respiratory symptoms, including cough, sputum, hemoptysis, or dyspnea. ⋯ She had no significant positive medical history and was not on any regular medication or supplements. She had no history of alcohol abuse or smoking.