Archive for July 2022
Leaflet Thrombosis After Bioprosthetic Valve Implantation, Detection, Natural History and Treatment
Review clinical and echocardiographic features of bioprosthetic valve thrombosis and misconceptions about this disorder.
Read MoreA high quality of life after cancer for this fitness warrior
Alex was diagnosed with cancer after having a painful sore on his tongue evaluated. Thinking it was a common sore that would clear up in a few days, he didn’t give it much thought at first. When the pain persisted, he had it checked out and went in for surgery. Months later, he noticed a…
Read MoreMayo Clinic Minute: Concerning rise in syphilis cases across Minnesota
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Dr. Stacey Rizza, an infectious disease specialist at Mayo Clinic, says syphilis affects men and women – and can present in various stages. It may then progress to latent stage syphilis and, finally, the most serious stage: tertiary. Pregnant women are not immune…
Read MoreSundt Distinguished Lecture – Mark D. Johnson M.D., Ph.D, FAANS (11-1-2021)
The Mayo Clinic Neuroscience- Neurosurgery Lecture Series on 11-1-2021 featured the Sundt Distinguished Lecture on "Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus": Mark D. Johnson, M.D., Ph.D, FAANS, Professor and Chair of the Department of Neurological Surgery at UMass Memorial Medical Center and School, Massachussets (USA).
Read MoreLecture Series – Steven Gordon MD, MPH (06-07-2021)
The Mayo Clinic Neuroscience- Neurosurgery Lecture Series on 6-07-2021 featured a Keynote Speaker on "Barriers to cochlear implantation": Steven Gordon, M.D., MPH, Department of Otoralyngology at University of Utah.
Read MoreLecture Series – Christopher J. Winfree MD (3-22-21)
The Mayo Clinic Neuroscience- Neurosurgery Lecture Series on 3-22-2021 featured a Keynote Lecture on "The Opioid Crisis": Christopher J. Winfree, M.D., FACS, Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, New York, USA.
Read MoreLecture Series – Gregory M Worsowicz MD (07-12-2021)
The Mayo Clinic Neuroscience- Neurosurgery Lecture Series on 7-12-2021 featured a Keynote Lecture on "Post-Acute Care": Gregory M. Worsowicz, M.D., MBA.
Read MoreMayo Clinic Q&A podcast: Proton beam therapy spares surrounding tissue when treating bone cancer
Sarcoma is the general term for a broad group of cancers that begin in the bones and soft tissues of the body, including muscle, fat, blood vessels, nerves, tendons and the lining of your joints. There are more than 70 types of sarcoma. Bone cancer is a rare disease, accounting for just 0.2% of all…
Read MoreCollaboration that changes lives
Elyn Simmons was 31 years old and eager to start a family with her husband, Guy. But in 2016, she was diagnosed with a hormonal disorder — PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome — that causes fertility problems. Then Elyn began experiencing other symptoms, including unexplained weight gain, increased body hair, migraines, and severe fatigue. Teamwork by Mayo…
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