Clinical Context Diabetic foot osteomyelitis (DFO) represents one of the most challenging complications in diabetes management. When foot ulcers penetrate…
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Clinical Context Antenatal corticosteroids (ACS), typically betamethasone or dexamethasone, are standard of care for pregnant women at risk of preterm…
Clinical Context The practice of prescribing prophylactic antibiotics for dental procedures in diabetic patients has been widespread but inconsistently evidence-based.…
Clinical Context Procedural sedation for gastroscopy is complicated in patients with obesity and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Both conditions predispose…
Clinical Context Childhood obesity has reached epidemic proportions globally, with China experiencing particularly rapid increases. Preschool years (ages 3-5) represent…
Clinical Context Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects approximately 8-13% of reproductive-age women worldwide, making it the most common endocrine disorder…
Clinical Context Borderline coronary lesions—stenoses of 40-70% that don’t clearly require revascularization—present a clinical dilemma. These lesions may progress to…
Clinical Context Diabetic macular edema (DME) is the leading cause of vision loss in working-age adults with diabetes. The condition…
Summary: In adults with diabetic macular edema causing visual impairment, combination intravitreal therapy with aflibercept plus dexamethasone sodium phosphate demonstrated…
Clinical Context Pituitary macroadenomas (tumors ≥10 mm) require detailed imaging for surgical planning, treatment monitoring, and differentiation from other sellar…