Asherman syndrome
Rare, acquired clinical syndrome presenting with amenorrhoea, menstrual disorders and reproductive dysfunction secondary to intrauterine adhesions.
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Mallet Finger
Rupture / avulsion of the distal extensor mechanism of the finger, resulting in an inability to extend the distal phalanx at the DIP joint.
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Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction
Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO or Ogilvie syndrome) is an under-recognized disorder characterized by acute and extensive dilatation of the colon in the absence of an anatomic lesion obstructing the gastrointestinal tract.
HELLP syndrome
HELLP syndrome develops in pregnancy characterized by the triad of haemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and a low platelet count
Mastitis
Acute mastitis is usually associated with lactation and is frequently due to Staphylococcus aureus. It should be distinguished from simple “congestive mastitis” (breast engorgement).
Emergency contraception
Emergency contraception (EC) is a method which aims to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse.
Ectopic pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy is an extrauterine pregnancy and is a potentially lethal condition due to rupture and haemorrhage
Hyperemesis gravidarum
Hyperemesis gravidarum consists of the most common cause of persistent severe nausea and vomiting before 20 weeks of pregnancy and the most common cause of hospitalization during the first half of pregnancy
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is an iatrogenic complication of ovulation induction by drug therapy.
AMAX4 Algorithm
AMAX4 is a best-practice algorithm for critical care clinicians in anaphylaxis and asthma resuscitation.