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Hamartomatous Polyposis Syndromes - Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome (PJS), Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome (JPS), Cowden Syndrome (CS), Cronkhite-Canada (CC),
Criteria: >5 Juvenile colon ... the colon, or FHx ... dilated glands | lack ... gene mutation - Colon ... throughout colon
Excoriated papules with honey-colored crusting were present on the abdomen, back (Panel A), arms, and legs.
on the abdomen, back ... #Clinical #Derm ... Microscopy #Rash #NEJM
Black Hairy Tongue- ...A polymicrobial wound infection developed, and she received treatment with intravenous meropenem and
Black Hairy Tongue ... Black discoloration ... and has no long-term ... to its normal color ... #NEJM #photo #clinical
African Trypanosomiasis - The examination was notable for the two erythematous lesions, each measuring 3 to
diameter, on her back ... B) #Clinical #Derm ... TrypanosomaBrucei #NEJM
How to Approach Small Polyps in Colon
Despite their appearance, small colon polyps can pose unique challenges
Approach Small Polyps ... in Colon Despite ... appearance, small colon ... polyps can pose ... ' 5) Remember photo
Tinea Capitis in a Newborn- A 3-week-old male newborn was brought to the pediatrician with three
#clinical #photo ... #NEJM #tinea #capitis ... #ringworm #derm
Diffuse Melanosis Cutis - Several weeks earlier, a progressive gray–blue discoloration of the skin had developed.
change in skin color ... #Clinical #Derm ... Hyperpigmentation #NEJM
Performance Characteristics for Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Stool/blood-based tests:
 • FIT: 79% sensitivity, 94% specificity for CRC
for CRC, Long term ... for CRC, Long term ... lesions or SSLs • Colon ... specificity for polyps ... Colorectal #Cancer #colon
Melanoma of the Foot - The physical examination revealed a well-defined, fleshy, reddish plaque measuring 2
the surface and black ... #Clinical #Derm ... Melanoma #Foot #NEJM
ACA Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines

When to Screen?
When to Stop?
Family History

Performance Characteristics for Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Stool/blood-based
for CRC, Long term ... for CRC, Long term ... lesions or SSLs • Colon ... specificity for polyps ... Colorectal #Cancer #colon