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Ultra-Low-Dose CT: How Low Can We Go Without Losing the Diagnosis?

by Nancy Ogbonna - July 31, 2026 074

Ultra-Low-Dose CT: How Low Can We Go Without Losing the Diagnosis? Review A Task-Based Review for Clinicians Abstract Purpose: This review examines the clinical role of ultra-low-dose computed tomography (ULDCT), with emphasis on the circumstances in which radiation reduction can preserve diagnostic performance and those

Urinary Tract Infection Is a Clinical Diagnosis: Avoiding Overdiagnosis From Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, Contamination, and Culture-Driven Treatment in Primary Care

by Nancy Ogbonna - July 31, 2026 058

Urinary Tract Infection Is a Clinical Diagnosis: Avoiding Overdiagnosis From Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, Contamination, and Culture-Driven Treatment in Primary Care Review Abstract Purpose Urinary tract infection is among the most frequently diagnosed bacterial infections in primary care and remains a major reason for outpatient antibiotic prescribing.

Vaginal Symptoms in Primary Care: A Test-Directed Approach to Candidiasis, Bacterial Vaginosis, and Trichomoniasis

Gynecology

by Nancy Ogbonna - July 31, 2026 048

Vaginal Symptoms in Primary Care: A Test-Directed Approach to Candidiasis, Bacterial Vaginosis, and Trichomoniasis Review Abstract Purpose Symptoms associated with vaginitis, including vaginal discharge, odor, pruritus, burning, irritation, dysuria, and dyspareunia, are common reasons for primary care, urgent care, gynecology, and sexual health visits. These

Fungal Infections in the ICU: Missed Disease, Colonization, and the Cost of Overcalling Candida

Infectious Disease

by Similoluwa Oluwalana - July 31, 2026 0434

Fungal Infections in the ICU: Missed Disease, Colonization, and the Cost of Overcalling Candida Review Abstract Purpose: This review examines the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of fungal infections in the intensive care unit, with emphasis on distinguishing missed invasive disease from colonization, biomarker noise, and

Functional Neurological Disorder: From Diagnosis of Exclusion to Rule-In Neurology

Neurology

by Similoluwa Oluwalana - July 31, 2026 058

Functional Neurological Disorder: From Diagnosis of Exclusion to Rule-In Neurology Review Positive Signs, Diagnostic Safety, and Practical Treatment Pathways for Clinicians Abstract Purpose: This article reviews functional neurological disorder (FND) as a modern rule-in diagnosis, emphasizing positive clinical signs, diagnostic safety, clinician communication, functional seizures,

Cytokine Release Syndrome 2.0: Managing Immune-Effector Toxicity as Cell Therapy Moves Earlier, Broader, and Beyond CAR T

Oncology

by Similoluwa Oluwalana - July 31, 2026 0790

Cytokine Release Syndrome 2.0: Managing Immune-Effector Toxicity as Cell Therapy Moves Earlier, Broader, and Beyond CAR T Review Abstract Purpose: This article reviews cytokine release syndrome (CRS) and related immune-effector toxicities in the expanding era of cellular therapy, with emphasis on practical recognition, risk stratification,

Mesh in Hernia Repair: Is the Pendulum Swinging Back or Just Getting Smarter?

Surgery

by Nancy Ogbonna - July 15, 2026 093

Mesh in Hernia Repair: Evolving Strategies and Contemporary Perspectives Review Abstract Purpose: This review examines the evolving role of surgical mesh in contemporary hernia repair, focusing on guideline recommendations, device safety, patient selection, wound environment, operative technique, and practical clinical decision-making. Methodology: This narrative review

Environmental and Lifestyle Hematology: How Air Pollution and Chronic Stress Influence Hematopoiesis, Inflammation, and Vascular Risk

by Nancy Ogbonna - July 15, 2026 0117

Environmental and Lifestyle Hematology: The Influence of Air Pollution and Chronic Stress on Hematopoiesis, Inflammation, and Vascular Risk Review Abstract Purpose: This review examines how fine particulate air pollution and chronic psychosocial stress may influence hematopoiesis, inflammatory leukocyte production, coagulation biology, clonal hematopoiesis, and cardiovascular risk.