Disease: rhabdomyolysis

Knowledge, attitude, and practice on mushroom poisoning among residents of Jilin province

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This study surveyed over 500 residents in Jilin Province about their understanding of mushroom poisoning risks. The results showed that most people had limited knowledge about toxic mushrooms, though many held positive attitudes about food safety. However, knowing about the dangers did not always translate into safer behaviors. The research suggests that better education, especially for rural residents, could help prevent dangerous mushroom poisoning incidents.

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Prevalence of Compartment Syndrome and Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation following Rhabdomyolysis; a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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This study analyzed twenty research papers to understand how often two serious complications occur in patients with rhabdomyolysis, a condition involving muscle damage. Compartment syndrome, where pressure builds up around muscles limiting blood flow, occurred in about 4% of cases overall but was slightly more common in severe cases. Disseminated intravascular coagulation, a dangerous blood clotting disorder, occurred in about 8% of patients. These findings help doctors better understand and monitor for these potentially life-threatening complications.

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Sarocladium implicatum: an unusual agent of opportunistic infection in a COVID-19 patient

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A 64-year-old man hospitalized with COVID-19 developed a serious fungal infection from Sarocladium implicatum, an unusual fungus rarely found in humans. The infection appeared in his bloodstream and lungs while his immune system was severely weakened by the virus and medications. Doctors identified the fungus using genetic testing and successfully treated him with voriconazole antifungal medication. This case highlights how COVID-19 patients in intensive care are vulnerable to rare opportunistic infections that require specialized laboratory testing to identify and treat.

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Knowledge, attitude, and practice on mushroom poisoning among residents of Jilin province

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This study examined what residents of Jilin Province know, believe, and do about mushroom poisoning. Researchers found that most people have only moderate knowledge about the dangers of wild mushrooms, with significant gaps in understanding toxicity. While people generally have positive attitudes toward safety, many still engage in risky practices like consuming wild mushrooms. The research highlights the need for better public education, especially in rural areas where access to medical help and health information may be limited.

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