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Plain radiography of the abdomen revealed calcification of both adrenal glands. A homozygous mutation in LIPA
calcification of both adrenal ... and gut, which causes ... #clincial #peds ... #adrenal #calcifications ... #infant #NEJM #
Echinococcal Cysts in the Liver- The physical examination revealed hepatomegaly with a palpable hepatic mass. Laboratory
Echinococcal Cysts ... revealed a large cyst ... Hydatid disease is caused ... #clinical #NEJM ... #echinococcus #granulosis
Vertebral Hydatidosis- Physical examination revealed impaired sensation in both legs and weak foot flexion. Laboratory tests
identified Echinococcus granulosus ... dogs and other pets ... Infection can cause ... radiology #MRI #NEJM ... #echinococcus #granulosus
Vasculitis and Vasculitides - Differential Diagnosis Framework

When to Consider Vasculitis:
 • Purpura, ischemic skin lesions
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Polyangiitis: - No Granulomas ... rhinosinusitis, + Granulomas ... • GPA: - +Granulomas ... tract, and often causes ... mucositis - Rash
Vasculitis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

When to Consider Vasculitis:
• Purpura, ischemic skin lesions
• Mononeuritis multiplex
• Hematuria, proteinuria,
pulmonary and renal ... , mucositis • Rash ... polyangiitis • No Granulomas ... rhinosinusitis • Granulomas ... tract, and often causes
Classes of Mutations in the Gene Encoding Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (CFTR). Depending on the
Classes of Mutations ... Gene Encoding Cystic ... trafficking defect caused ... Pathophys #Pulm #Peds ... ModulatorTherapy #NEJM
Causes of Failure to Thrive - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Adequate Calorie Consumption
 - Increased Losses:
Causes of Failure ... Reflux • Renal ... Insufficiency (Cystic ... Diagnosis #Algorithm #Causes ... #Peds #Pediatrics