Lyme Disease of the Central Nervous System
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, transmitted through the bite of infected black-legged ticks (Ixodes scapularis). When the infection spreads to…
Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a tick-borne bacterial infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi and, in some cases, Borrelia mayonii. It is primarily transmitted through the bite of…
Lyme Carditis
Lyme carditis is a cardiac complication of Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. This condition occurs when the infection spreads to the heart,…
Lyme Arthritis
Lyme arthritis is a late-stage complication of Lyme disease, a bacterial infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi and transmitted through tick bites. It primarily affects the…
Lung Abscess
A lung abscess is a localized collection of pus within the lung tissue caused by microbial infection, often resulting from aspiration pneumonia. It can lead…
Lower Respiratory Infection
Lower respiratory infections (LRIs) are among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. They affect the lungs and airways, leading to conditions such as…
Lower Limb Spasticity
Lower limb spasticity is a condition characterized by increased muscle tone, stiffness, and involuntary muscle contractions in the legs. It commonly occurs due to neurological…
Low-Grade Upper Tract Urothelial Cancer
Low-grade upper tract urothelial cancer (UTUC) is a rare malignancy that arises in the lining of the renal pelvis and ureters. Unlike high-grade UTUC, which…
Low-Grade Glioma with BRAF V600E Mutation
Low-grade gliomas (LGGs) are slow-growing primary brain tumors that arise from glial cells. Among the genetic alterations associated with LGGs, the BRAF V600E mutation is…
Low-Grade Glioma with BRAF Fusion or Mutation
Low-grade gliomas (LGGs) are slow-growing brain tumors commonly found in children and young adults. A subset of these tumors is associated with BRAF fusion or…