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Systemic scleroderma associated to a glomerulonephritis with anti-MPO antibodies: a case report and literature review Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Besides the classic "renal crisis", a well known form of acute renal failure sometimes complicating scleroderma, another type of acute renal injury, even rarer and not well recognized, does exist: a crescentic glomerulonephritis associated with ANCA, and more seldom with anti-GBM antibodies, which is often (but not always) secondary to the use of D-penicillamine. We report the case of a 70 years-old female who presented with a severe acute renal ...
Carbon cycling within an East African lake revealed by the carbon isotope composition of diatom silica: a 25-ka record from Lake Challa, Mt. Kilimanjaro Ghent University
Psychological integration and adaptation of the second generation European Turks: A comparative review from the perspective of bi-dimensional acculturation KU Leuven
Turkish immigrants and their families in Western Europe tend to continue their traditional heritage culture in the sense of strong family ties and conformity to parents. The children of these migrants are faced with the individualistic value system of Western societies, especially in academic and work domains. In a context where the lifestyles and worldviews of Turkish immigrants are under public scrutiny, how do second generation European ...
Documenting ADHD in higher education: A case report with a literature review KU Leuven
Findings suggest that college students with persistent ADHD are at a greater risk for educational difficulties, despite their previous success at school. Whenever they experience impairment, they can request accommodations according to the anti-discrimination legislation. Requests should be made in time and must be supported by the appropriate documentation. Nevertheless, consistent guidelines are lacking among the Flemish post-secondary ...
Reporting Guidelines, Review of Methodological Standards, and Challenges Toward Harmonization in Bone Marrow Adiposity Research. Report of the Methodologies Working Group of the International Bone Marrow Adiposity Society KU Leuven
The interest in bone marrow adiposity (BMA) has increased over the last decade due to its association with, and potential role, in a range of diseases (osteoporosis, diabetes, anorexia, cancer) as well as treatments (corticosteroid, radiation, chemotherapy, thiazolidinediones). However, to advance the field of BMA research, standardization of methods is desirable to increase comparability of study outcomes and foster collaboration. Therefore, at ...
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis with breast involvement mimicking metastatic cancer: Case report and literature review KU Leuven
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) is a systemic inflammatory disease, characterized by the presence of necrotizing vasculitis of small and medium-sized vessels, granulomatous inflammation and anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCAs). The diagnosis can be challenging due to the variable clinical presentation and possible involvement of virtually all organ systems. A correct diagnosis is indispensable for a timely start of medical ...
Appropriateness criteria for cardiovascular imaging use in heart failure: report of literature review Vrije Universiteit Brussel
The Imaging Task Force appointed by the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) and the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI) identified the need to develop appropriateness criteria for the use of cardiovascular imaging in heart failure as a result of continuously increasing demand for imaging in diagnosis, definition of aetiology, follow-up, and treatment planning. This article presents the report of literature review performed in ...
Pre- and postnatal brain magnetic resonance imaging in congenital cytomegalovirus infection: a case report and a review of the literature KU Leuven
BACKGROUND: Congenital cytomegalovirus infection (cCMV) is the most common known viral cause of neurodevelopmental delay in children. The risk of severe cerebral abnormalities and neurological sequelae is greatest when the infection occurs during the first trimester of pregnancy. Pre- and postnatal imaging can provide additional information and may help in the prediction of early neurological outcome. CASE PRESENTATION: This report presents the ...