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K N Ganeshram

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Chronic subdural haematoma in the elderly.

Chronic subdural haematoma is predominantly a disease of the elderly. It usually follows a minor trauma. A history of direct trauma to the head is absent in up to half the cases. The common manifestations are altered mental state and focal neurological deficit. Neurological state at the time of diagnosis is the most important prognostic factor. Morbidity and mortality is higher in the elderly but outcome is good in patients who undergo neurosurgical intervention.

Accidental Falls↗

Recurring febrile illness in a slaughterhouse worker.

A slaughterhouse worker presented with fever and a pleuropericardial effusion. Conventional microbiology failed to identify the responsible organism. However, DNA sequencing definitively identified Campylobacter fetus ssp fetus, which is rare in immunocompetent individuals. Prolonged treatment was required to eradicate the infection.

Abattoirs↗