Bentornato - Perspective on Personalised Medicine
Sorry for having ghosted from this page for such a long time- this is meant to be an apology but has a high risk of evolving into a ramble..
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The Mischievous Stethoscope
Written by an overworked bumblebee at the hospital
The Mischievous Stethoscope is my first foray into casual academic writing. Here, everyone interested in healthcare is welcome. I publish articles related to recent medical advances, interesting medical facts and healthcare provision! Articles are written primarily with a UK audience in mind, but I have an international outlook so feel free to leave comments! It's always nice to be acquainted with different perspectives over any issue.
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I've also got pages dedicated to my own research, medical learning resources, book recommendations, mental health, literature and more!
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Due to my experience in radiology research (which entailed a year of reading scans voraciously), I've also added a page on reading Brain MRI Scans and why all medics should know this. Feel free to correct me if you see any mistakes!
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Cohort Diversity in COVID-19 Vaccine Trials – A non-negotiable issue
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic brings out the best of the human race. Increased collaboration between global...
When the arteries collude with each other in stroke
This article explores the importance of artery-artery embolisation and stroke. (Only up here for a limited time)
Is Hepatitis C treatment for the many not the few? Analysis of Special Populations
Evaluating whether current Hepatitis C regimens are available for most people, including special populations - and why this is important.
The Hidden Pandemic - Hepatitis C and men who have sex with men (MSM)
A discussion of a WHO Study on global prevalence and incidence of Hepatitis C in men who have sex with men; and future research directions.
The bruise on the noble steed - liver issues
A review of the aetiologies, diagnostic tools, treatment and prognosis of liver abscesses; and why they're important to every clinician.
Response to Pierpaolo Sileri's Comments on Vaccines & Medical Scepticism
My short commentary on Italian Vice Health Minister's comments on health workers being doubtful of COVID-19 vaccines.
Metamorphosis in the time of COVID-19
An evaluation of the liver transplant scene in the era of COVID-19 and research perspectives. Don't forget to donate to British Liver Trust!
Would you rather have cancer than COVID-19?
Response to a recent comment published on Lancet Gastroenterology and Hepatology regarding endoscopy visits and COVID restrictions.
Various shades of the Crimson River
Differentiating between upper and lower gastrointestinal bleeding, alongside the exploration of a very rare differential of the former.
High-Risk and Population-Wide Prevention Strategies for Stroke (Legacy Essay)
One of the very old pre-blog era articles I've written on stroke - a short piece on prevention for now.
Liver encased in bubble-wrap film
A lucky outing where I've seen polycystic liver disease claiming its victims for the first time in the wild. Bubbles going wild for sure.
Finding the Nemo of the brain - where and how exactly things went wrong
A guide to looking for the location of the lesion and being cautious about brain metastases. Neurology being the master of mystique.
What if Ursula ruined Ariel's voice instead of stole it?
A discussion on laryngeal cancer and its devastating impact on patients, and the importance of differentiating secondary from primary cancer
When the heart gets back on the brain by launching mini-missiles
The second article I've posted on stroke - To be honest, stroke medicine is probably the field I feel most passionate about.
What the Criminal Law needs is a Doctor
One of my rare medicine-law crossover articles - this one focuses on the lack of medical common-sense in the criminal law of England & Wales
When the magic green pouch throws a tantrum - upper abdominal pain
A discussion of a gallbladder condition and differential diagnoses of upper abdominal pain.
Scattered: What we all are eventually
An in-depth discussion of a lesser-known condition called Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID).
Red Nut in Children
The unique case of Elmo, a seven-year old boy who has a scrotal mass. This article explores the differential diagnoses of scrotal masses.
My top 'Pfizzy' drink of the year - Pfizer and BioNTech Vaccine Trial for COVID-19 (NEJM)
And the award for the top fizzy drink of the year is...the Pfizer and BioNTech Vaccine. Appalled by the methodological errors and...
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