Emergency treatment of fluorouracil overdose
Fluorouracil (5-FU) is a widely used chemotherapeutic agent for treating solid tumors. However, overdose or toxicity can lead to severe or life-threatening complications. Rapid and…
Emergency treatment of capecitabine overdose
Capecitabine, commercially known as Xeloda, is an oral prodrug of 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) widely utilized in treating various malignancies. While effective, capecitabine carries a risk of…
Ehrlichiosis
Ehrlichiosis is a bacterial infection transmitted by tick bites, primarily caused by Ehrlichia chaffeensis, Ehrlichia ewingii, and Ehrlichia muris eauclairensis. These bacteria infect white blood…
Edema due to nephrotic syndrome
Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder marked by significant proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, hyperlipidemia, and edema. Edema, or swelling, is a hallmark of this condition, arising from…
Edema due to hepatic cirrhosis
Hepatic cirrhosis, a chronic liver disease characterized by progressive fibrosis and impaired liver function, often leads to complications such as edema. Edema manifests as fluid…
Edema due to chronic venous insufficiency
Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is a prevalent vascular disorder where the veins in the lower extremities fail to efficiently return blood to the heart. This…
Ectopic pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterine cavity, most commonly in the fallopian tubes. This condition poses significant health risks…
Ectopic atrial tachycardia
What Is Ectopic Atrial Tachycardia? Ectopic atrial tachycardia (EAT) is a type of supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) caused by abnormal electrical impulses originating outside the sinoatrial…