Netherton syndrome (NS) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by a triad of symptoms including a scaly skin condition known as circumflex linear ichthyosis, hair shaft abnormalities known as trichorrhexis invaginata, and an atopic terrain which predisposes patients...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i8857
Aquagenic urticaria (AU) is a rare form of physical urticaria that is triggered by exposure to water. Despite its rarity, it can significantly impact patients' quality of life. The underlying pathophysiology of AU is not well-understood, but diagnosis is typically based on clinic...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i9863
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia is a rare condition caused by a congenital defect in the diaphragm, leading to the protrusion of abdominal organs into the thoracic cavity. It can be isolated (in 40% of cases) or associated with other malformations. In 85% of cases, it is located...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i9860
Road accidents are the main cause of serious injuries worldwide, accounting for over 10% of trauma cases resulting in death or significant physical impairment. Thoracic injuries, on the other hand, are responsible for a quarter of all trauma-related deaths. In such cases, pneumot...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i9862
Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a rare but serious drug reaction characterized by extensive necrosis of the skin and mucous membranes. It is considered a medical emergency and requires immediate medical intervention, with a high mortality rate, especially during the acute phase...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i8858
Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations are a rare type of vascular anomaly, which can be congenital or acquired. These malformations can present as single or multiple lesions and are often associated with Rendu-Osler disease. Diagnosis is typically made through thoracic CT scannin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i9859