List of patient cases

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List of Patient Cases on WikiMD is a comprehensive educational resource that compiles a variety of clinical case studies intended for medical professionals and students. These case studies span across different specialties and offer insights into patient presentations, diagnostic challenges, treatment approaches, and follow-up care. Each case is anonymized to protect patient confidentiality and is presented with detailed medical history, examination findings, investigation results, and management discussions to aid in professional development and clinical skills.

These cases serve as an invaluable tool for understanding the nuances of patient care and the application of medical knowledge in practical settings. Users are encouraged to explore these cases to enhance their clinical judgment, learn about rare conditions, and refine their diagnostic strategies.

Case Studies Index

Below is an alphabetical index of patient cases. Click on the letter corresponding to the patient's anonymized name or condition to access the cases.

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  • A neck and wrist pain With Bilateral Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cervical Subluxation Knee Pain: Post-traumatic Osteoarthritis, Chronic Acl & Pcl Tears, Torn Lateral Meniscus Back Pain: Traumatic Herniated Discs At L4-l5 And L5-s1 With Lumbar Radiculopathy B Patient B Was Diagnosed With A Compression Fracture In The Vertebral Body Of L2, Greater Trochanteric Bursitis With Tendinopathy Of The Inserting Gluteus Medius Tendon, And A Bone Contusion Of The Tibia. (1)

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Sample Clinical Cases

Case A1: Acute Myocardial Infarction in a 58-year-old Male

  • Chief Complaint: Chest pain
  • History: A 58-year-old male with a history of hypertension and smoking presents with chest pain that started 2 hours ago...
  • Diagnosis: ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI)
  • Management: Immediate cardiac catheterization was performed...

Case A2: Asthma Exacerbation in a 25-year-old Female

  • Chief Complaint: Shortness of breath
  • History: A 25-year-old female with a history of asthma since childhood presents with worsening shortness of breath over the past day...
  • Diagnosis: Asthma exacerbation
  • Management: High-dose inhaled corticosteroids and a short course of oral steroids...

Case B1: Bacterial Meningitis in a 2-year-old Child

  • Chief Complaint: Fever and irritability
  • History: A 2-year-old previously healthy child develops a high fever, irritability, and a bulging fontanelle...
  • Diagnosis: Bacterial meningitis
  • Management: Immediate administration of intravenous antibiotics and admission to the pediatric intensive care unit...

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Case F1: Fractured Femur in a 16-year-old Soccer Player

  • Chief Complaint: Severe leg pain after a tackle
  • History: A 16-year-old male soccer player suffered a direct blow to the thigh during a game...
  • Diagnosis: Mid-shaft femur fracture
  • Management: Surgical intervention with intramedullary nailing...

Case F2: Fibromyalgia in a 40-year-old Female

  • Chief Complaint: Widespread body pain
  • History: A 40-year-old female presents with a long history of generalized body pain, fatigue, and unrefreshing sleep...
  • Diagnosis: Fibromyalgia
  • Management: A multidisciplinary approach including medications, physical therapy, and counseling...

Case G1: Gastroenteritis in a 5-year-old Male

  • Chief Complaint: Vomiting and diarrhea
  • History: A 5-year-old boy with no significant past medical history presents with vomiting and watery diarrhea for two days...
  • Diagnosis: Viral gastroenteritis
  • Management: Supportive care with oral rehydration and dietary modifications...

Case H1: Hypothyroidism in a 33-year-old Female

  • Chief Complaint: Fatigue and weight gain
  • History: A 33-year-old female reports a six-month history of progressive fatigue, weight gain, and cold intolerance...
  • Diagnosis: Primary hypothyroidism
  • Management: Initiation of levothyroxine therapy with close monitoring of thyroid function tests...

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Case I1: Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura in a 28-year-old Male

  • Chief Complaint: Petechiae and easy bruising
  • History: A 28-year-old male presents with a rash of small purple spots on the lower legs and a recent history of easy bruising...
  • Diagnosis: Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)
  • Management: Observation for mild cases or corticosteroids for active bleeding and low platelet counts...

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