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Endogenous endophthalmitis: a not so rare ophthalmic emergency among hemodialys...
Silva,Andreia Dias da; Costa,Luísa; Rodrigues,Ana; Ferreira,Carolina; Miguel,Rosa; Costa,Marta; Oliveira,Miguel; Barra,Tiago; Pêgo,Cátia; Sorbo,GiovanniEndogenous endophthalmitis is an intraocular infection secondary to the hematogenous spread of microorganisms. It is an ophthalmological emergency associated with serious complications if not promptly diagnosed and treated. Despite the susceptibility of hemodialysis patients to episodes of bacteremia associated with vascular access, it is considered a rare disease. In fact, very few cases are described worldwid...
Immunoglobulin G4-related disease mimicking multiple myeloma
Costa,Marta Sofia; Silva,Andreia; Costa,Luísa; Rodrigues,Ana; Barra,Tiago; Lemos,Sérgio; Garrido,JesúsImmunoglobulin G4-related disease (IgG4-RD) is a rare, poorly understood immune mediated disorder. It is characterized by a wide clinical spectrum depending on the organs affected. Serum IgG4 may be elevated, but this is not mandatory. Imaging abnormalities are usually detected in the affected organs, which typically show enlarged dimensions. Definitive diagnosis is made upon tissue biopsy demonstrating lymphop...