FUNCTIONAL OUTCOMES OF BOWEL RESECTION VERSUS SHAVING OR DISC EXCISION OF COLORECTAL ENDOMETRIOSIS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW PROTOCOL

Functional outcomes of bowel resection versus shaving or disc excision of colorectal endometriosis: a systematic review protocol

Introduction Endometriosis is a prevalent gynaecological condition for women of reproductive age worldwide.While endometriosis primarily involves the reproductive system, it can also infiltrate additional viscera such as the gastrointestinal tract.Patients with colorectal endometriosis can have severe symptoms that require surgical intervention.The

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Anecdotal Response to Amphotericin in a Patient with Probable Susac Syndrome: Implications in the Pathogenesis

Susac syndrome is a rare, probably immune-mediated pure 27 endotheliopathy presenting with encephalopathy, sensorineural hearing loss and retinal arterial occlusions.A 33-year-old female with Susac syndrome was worsening despite high-dose steroids so a brain biopsy was performed which suggested a possible fungal infection.Treatment with amphoterici

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Who will increase their physical activity? Predictors of change in objectively measured physical activity over 12 months in the ProActive cohort

Abstract Background The aim was to identify predictors of change in objectively measured physical activity over 12 months in the ProActive cohort to improve understanding of factors influencing change in physical activity.Methods ProActive is a physical activity promotion trial that took place in Eastern England (1999-2004).365 offspring of people

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