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Newest firstBackground and Objectives: Pneumothorax is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of air in the pleural cavity, leading to lung collapse. While cigarette smoking is a well-known risk factor, the role of electronic cigarettes is less understood. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the outcomes of vaping-associated pneumothorax, in addition to its clinical features and management strategies, by c…
Open article record in new tab ↗Spontaneous pneumomediastinum (SPM) is defined as the presence of free air within the mediastinum without an apparent precipitating cause such as trauma, invasive procedures, or oesophageal rupture. SPM is typically benign and self-limiting but may mimic life-threatening conditions such as myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, or aortic dissection. The pathophysiology is most explained by the Macklin effect,…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundBody stuffing and body packing are two methods of concealing illicit drugs. Body stuffing is defined as the oral ingestion of illicit drugs, typically to avoid law enforcement detection or other consequences of possession, and may present a serious medical emergency in patients. Most commonly, body stuffers ingest possibly large or unknown quantities of illicit substances to avoid detection of the drugs…
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