Introduction Drowning represents a critical public health issue, causing approximately 236,000 deaths annually worldwide, making it the third leading cause of death from unintentional injuries globally. In the United States, the average number of deaths due to unintentional drowning exceeds 4,000 per year, with specific populations, such as children aged 1 to 4 years, being...Read More

Introduction Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is extensively recognized for its analgesic and antipyretic properties, and it remains a widely utilized pharmaceutical agent due to its favorable safety profile when administered within the recommended therapeutic range. However, surpassing the established safety threshold can precipitate significant adverse effects, most notably hepatotoxicity mediated by the excessive accumulation of the reactive...Read More

Introduction: Benign tumors, while non-malignant, are abnormal cell clusters that grow slowly and do not spread to other parts of the body. Despite their non-cancerous nature, some of these tumors can lead to functional impairments or cosmetic deformities if left untreated. Among these, bone tumors affecting the jaw—typically originating from mature bone tissue—are of particular...Read More

The Syrian Board of Medical Specialties (SBOMS) is proud to announce the publication of a research study in the Avicenna Journal of Medicine. This study highlights medical innovations in the treatment of rare cases under challenging healthcare conditions. This achievement reinforces SBOMS’s role in supporting medical research that contributes to improving healthcare for patients in...Read More

Introduction: Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of malignant tumor in the stomach, accounting for approximately 95% of all stomach tumors. These adenocarcinomas are classified into two types: cardia cancer and non-cardia cancer, based on their anatomical location in the stomach. The remaining cases are comprised of lymphomas, carcinoid tumors, and gastrointestinal stromal tumors.(1) While...Read More

Introduction Acute arterial embolism and thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) associated with cervical rib deformity are uncommon clinical entities. Cervical rib deformities occur in approximately 0.6% of the population and are frequently asymptomatic.(2) However, in rare instances, this anomaly can result in severe vascular complications, such as subclavian artery aneurysm. Timely diagnosis and prompt surgical intervention...Read More

Introduction: Brain tumors are complex medical conditions that significantly affect the health of patients. Although colloidal cysts are classified as benign, they make up a small percentage of brain tumors, accounting for less than 2% of primary brain tumors. Specifically, they make up approximately 1-2% of all intracranial tumors and are among the most common...Read More

Introduction Electrical injuries are medical emergencies that can cause significant damage to multiple organ systems, including sudden cardiac arrest, arrhythmias, and neurological complications such as cerebral edema. Prompt intervention and tailored treatment are crucial for patient survival and recovery. This case study details the management of a 23-year-old male who sustained a severe electrical injury...Read More

Introduction Acute appendicitis in infants under two years of age is an exceptionally rare and challenging condition to diagnose. This difficulty arises from the non-specific nature of symptoms and the inability of infants to verbalize pain. This case report presents the successful diagnosis and treatment of a three-month-old baby girl with acute appendicitis, highlighting the...Read More

Summary Takayasu arteritis (TAK) is characterized by granulomatitis that affects the large arteries, narrowing or occlusion of these arteries. This disease most often affects young women in the second and third decades of life. Although the exact cause of the disease is unknown, it is believed that genetic and environmental factors play a role in...Read More