Welcome to SMA's abstract library. This library includes video presentations of abstracts presented by Medical Students, Residents, Fellows and Physician Members as part of the Southern Medical Association's Physicians-in-Training program, Annual Scientific Assembly and the Southern Regional Burn Conference. To learn more about SMA's Physicians-In-training opportunities, or to submit an abstract, visit SMA's Physician-in-Training page.

Abstract | November 18, 2023

Skin to Heart via Skull: the Journey of Sarcoidosis

We report a 66-year-old Caucasian woman with a history of cutaneous sarcoidosis who presented with transient ischemic attack.

Posted in: Medicine & Medical Specialties74

Abstract | November 18, 2023

Massive Splenomegaly in Transfusion-Dependent Beta-Thalassemia Necessitating Splenectomy

Massive splenomegaly secondary to beta thalassemia is a rare presentation in adults as most patients necessitate treatment during childhood, further highlighting the uniqueness of this case.

Posted in: Medicine & Medical Specialties74

Abstract | November 18, 2023

Atypical Treatment of Patient with Erythrocytosis on Mechanical Ventilation Secondary to CAP vs COPDe

This case report describes a unique instance of secondary polycythemia in a patient with a history of pulmonary hypertension requiring mechanical ventilation.

Posted in: Medicine & Medical Specialties74

Abstract | November 18, 2023

Influence of Sedation in Adherence to Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer

This study was conducted to see whether switching to prostate biopsies under anesthesia in 2019 increased adherence with active surveillance.

Posted in: Surgery & Surgical Specialties67

Abstract | November 18, 2023

Perinatal Outcome Complicated by Long Chain Fatty Acid Disorder:– A Case Report

We present a case of a perinatal outcome impacted by a LC-FAOD.

Posted in: Women’s & Children’s Health30

Abstract | November 18, 2023

Case of Budd Chiari Syndrome Secondary to Tumor Thrombosis

BCS is a rare constellation of conditions due to obstruction of venous flow from levels ranging from the hepatic veins to the confluence of the IVC and right atrium. Our case highlights the clinical features, diagnostic challenges and management of a patient.

Posted in: Medicine & Medical Specialties74

Abstract | November 18, 2023

Necrotizing Pancreatitis as a Complication of HELLP Syndrome

Here, we present a rare case of pancreatitis seen as a sequelae of HELLP syndrome.

Posted in: Women’s & Children’s Health30

Abstract | November 18, 2023

Esophagitis Dissecans Superficialis Presenting with Dysphagia

We report a case in which a patient presented with chronic history of acid reflux refractory to PPI treatment and new onset dysphagia where EDS was found on endoscopy.

Posted in: Medicine & Medical Specialties74

Abstract | November 18, 2023

A Unique Case of Cardiac Arrest Due to Severe Left Main Disease Treated With PCI rather than CABG

We present a unique case of cardiac arrest secondary to V-Fib in a patient diagnosed with severe left main disease managed by PCI.

Posted in: Medicine & Medical Specialties74

Abstract | November 18, 2023

Emerging Disease-Modifying Therapies for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

The goal is to provide a comprehensive overview of the clinical trial findings of the three FDA-approved disease-modifying therapies for ALS: Edaravone, Relyvrio, and Tofersen.

Posted in: Medicine & Medical Specialties74

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