129 - 217 http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8243 2026-04-08T22:54:05Z 2026-04-08T22:54:05Z Arash, Majid http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8260 2024-11-20T05:05:33Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Distribution of thalassemia trait in Balikesir Province according to trait type and age group Authors: Arash, Majid

2024-01-01T00:00:00Z Skariya, Eldhose Abraham, Aaron Alex Thomas, Anusha Abraham, Abin Medayil http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8259 2024-11-20T05:05:24Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Naphthalene toxicity in a patient with G6PD deficiency Authors: Skariya, Eldhose; Abraham, Aaron Alex; Thomas, Anusha; Abraham, Abin Medayil Abstract: Naphthalene, an aromatic hydrocarbon prevalent in mothballs and deodorizers, poses significant health risks upon exposure, primarily through ingestion or dermal absorption. Herein, we report the case of a previously healthy 28-year-old male who presented with hemolysis, methemoglobinemia, and acute renal failure. The patient had a history of ingestion of mothballs, mistaking them for candy, prompting consideration of naphthalene intoxication as the clinical diagnosis, which was subsequently confirmed by laboratory findings. Given concurrent hepatic dysfunction and a diagnosis of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, N-acetyl cysteine was administered instead of methylene blue. The patient’s condition improved after he was managed with aggressive fluid resuscitation, noninvasive ventilation, blood transfusions, and hemodialysis. Naphthalene ingestion can result in hemolysis, methemoglobinemia, and acute kidney injury, with heightened susceptibility observed in patients with G6PD deficiency.

2024-01-01T00:00:00Z Grari, Oussama Miry, Nadir Himri, Amina dkk. http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8258 2024-11-20T05:04:41Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Multiple myeloma in a 27-year-old: A rare presentation with cutaneous involvement and literature insights Authors: Grari, Oussama; Miry, Nadir; Himri, Amina; dkk. Abstract: Multiple myeloma (MM) is a hematological malignancy marked by the abnormal proliferation of plasma cells that invade the bone marrow and, in most cases, secrete a monoclonal protein. While typically diagnosed in older individuals with an average age of 70, MM is rarely observed in young adults. Here, we present a unique case of MM in a 27-year-old man with nodular lesions on the trunk, histologically confirmed as cutaneous MM. Laboratory investigations revealed acute renal impairment, hypercalcemia, and the presence of IgG-Lambda paraprotein. The myelogram confirmed plasmacytosis in more than 12% of the bone marrow mononuclear cells. This case highlights the relevance of considering MM in the differential diagnosis of young patients with unusual cutaneous manifestations.

2024-01-01T00:00:00Z Rai, Srinidhi Sriram, Naresh Alva, Priya dkk. http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8257 2024-11-20T05:04:27Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Advancing green laboratory practices: A review of sustainability in healthcare Authors: Rai, Srinidhi; Sriram, Naresh; Alva, Priya; dkk. Abstract: As awareness of the environmental impact of healthcare facilities, including laboratories, grows, there is a pressing need to adopt sustainable practices within laboratory medicine. Sustainability is therefore a key goal in the quickly evolving healthcare landscape. This review explores forward steps in green medical laboratory practices and offers perspectives on sustainability in healthcare, specifically within the context of laboratory medicine. The review assesses the environmental footprint of laboratory operations, considering factors such as energy consumption, resource utilization, chemical usage, and waste generation. Technological advancements and educational initiatives aimed at fostering a culture of sustainability are also discussed as essential components of the transition toward greener medical laboratory practices. This review underscores the importance of integrating sustainability principles into laboratory medicine to mitigate environmental impact while ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare services for present and future generations.

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