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Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
CC:, Found unresponsive.,HX: , 39 y/o RHF complained of a severe HA at 2AM 11/4/92. It was unclear whether she had been having HA prior to this. She took an unknown analgesic, then vomited, then lay down in bed with her husband. When her husband awoke at 8AM he found her unresponsive with "stiff straight arms" and a "strange breathing pattern." A Brain CT scan revealed a large intracranial mass. She was intubated and hyperventilated to ABG (7.43/36/398). Other local lab values included: WBC 9.8, RBC 3.74, Hgb 13.8, Hct 40.7, Cr 0.5, BUN 8.5, Glucose 187, Na 140, K 4.0, Cl 107. She was given Mannitol 1gm/kg IV load, DPH 20mg/kg IV load, and transferred by helicopter to UIHC.,PMH:, 1)Myasthenia Gravis for 15 years, s/p Thymectomy,MEDS:, Imuran, Prednisone, Mestinon, Mannitol, DPH, IV NS,FHX/SHX:, Married. Tobacco 10 pack-year; quit nearly 10 years ago. ETOH/Substance Abuse unknown.,EXAM:, 35.8F, 99BPM, BP117/72, Mechanically ventilated at a rate of 22RPM on !00%FiO2. Unresponsive to verbal stimulation. CN: Pupils 7mm/5mm and unresponsive to light (fixed). No spontaneous eye movement or blink to threat. No papilledema or intraocular hemorrhage noted. Trace corneal reflexes bilaterally. No gag reflex. No oculocephalic reflex. MOTOR/SENSORY: No spontaneous movement. On noxious stimulation (Deep nail bed pressure) she either extended both upper extremities (RUE>LUE), or withdrew the stimulated extremity (right > left). Gait/Station/Coordination no tested. Reflexes: 1+ on right and 2+ on left with bilateral Babinski signs.,HCT 11/4/92: Large heterogeneous mass in the right temporal-parietal region causing significant parenchymal distortion and leftward subfalcine effect . There is low parenchymal density within the white matter. A hyperdense ring lies peripherally and may represent hemorrhage or calcification. The mass demonstrates inhomogeneous enhancement with contrast.,COURSE:, Head of bed elevated to 30 degrees, Mannitol and DPH were continued. MRI of Brain demonstrated a large right parietal mass with necrotic appearing center and leftward shift of midline structures. She underwent surgical resection of the tumor. Pathological analysis was consistent with adenocarcinoma. GYN exam, CT Abdomen and Pelvis, Bone scan were unremarkable. CXR revealed an right upper lobe lung nodule. She did not undergo thoracic biopsy due to poor condition. She received 3000 cGy cranial XRT in ten fractions and following this was discharged to a rehabilitation center.,In March, 1993 the patient exhibited right ptosis, poor adduction and abduction OD, 4/4 strength in the upper extremities and 5-/5- strength in the lower extremities. She was ambulatory with an ataxic gait.,She was admitted on 7/12/93 for lower cervical and upper thoracic pain, paraparesis and T8 sensory level. MRI brainstem/spine on that day revealed decreased T1 signal in the C2, C3, C6 vertebral bodies, increased T2 signal in the anterior medulla, and tectum, and spinal cord (C7-T3). Following injection of Gadolinium there was diffuse leptomeningeal enhancement from C7-T7 These findings were felt consistent with metastatic disease including possible leptomeningeal spread. Neurosurgery and Radiation Oncology agreed that the patients symptoms could be due to either radiation injury and/or metastasis. The patient was treated with Decadron and analgesics and discharged to a hospice center (her choice). She died a few months later.
Radiology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Non-small-cell carcinoma of the left upper lobe.,2. History of lymphoma in remission.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Non-small-cell carcinoma of the left upper lobe.,2. History of lymphoma in remission.,PROCEDURE: , Left muscle sparing mini thoracotomy with left upper lobectomy and mediastinal lymph node dissection. Intercostal nerve block for postoperative pain relief at five levels.,INDICATIONS FOR THE PROCEDURE: , This is an 84-year-old lady who was referred by Dr. A for treatment of her left upper lobe carcinoma. The patient has a history of lymphoma and is in remission. An enlarged right axillary lymph node was biopsied recently and was negative for lymphoma. A mass in the left upper lobe was biopsied with fine-needle aspiration and shown to be a primary non-small-cell carcinoma of the lung. PET scan was, otherwise, negative for spread and resection was advised. All the risk and benefits were fully explained to the patient and she elected to proceed as planned. She was transferred to rehab for couple of weeks to buildup strength before the surgery.,PROCEDURE IN DETAIL:, In the operating room under anesthesia, she was prepped and draped suitably. Dr. B was the staff anesthesiologist. Left muscle sparing mini thoracotomy was made. The serratus and latissimus muscles were not cut but moved out to the way. Access to the chest was obtained through the fifth intercostal space. Two Tuffier retractors of right angles provided adequate exposure.,The inferior pulmonary ligament was not dissected free and lymph nodes from the station 9 were now sent for pathology. The parietal pleural reflexion around the hilum was now circumcised, and lymph nodes were taken from station 8 and station 5.,The branches of the pulmonary artery to the upper lobe were now individually stapled with a 30/2.5 staple gun or/and the smaller one were ligated with 2-0 silk. The left superior pulmonary vein was transected using a TA30/2.5 staple gun, and the fissure was completed using firings of an endo-GIA 60/4.8 staple gun. Finally, the left upper lobe bronchus was transected using a TA30/4.8 staple gun. Please note, that this patient had been somewhat unusual variant of a small bronchus that was coming out posterior to the main trunk of the pulmonary artery and supplying a small section of the posterior portion of the left upper lobe.,The specimen was delivered and sent to pathology. The mass was clearly palpable in the upper portion of the lingular portion of this left upper lobe. Frozen section showed that the margin was negative.,The chest was irrigated with warm sterile water and when the left lower lobe inflated, there was no air leak. A single 32-French chest tube was inserted, and intercostal block was done with Marcaine infiltrated two spaces above and two spaces below thus achieving a block at five levels 30 mL of Marcaine was used all together. A #2 Vicryl pericostal sutures were now applied. The serratus and latissimus muscles retracted back in place. A #19 French Blake drain placed in the subcutaneous tissues and 2-0 Vicryl used for the fat followed by 4-0 Monocryl for the skin. The patient was transferred to the ICU in a stable condition.
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
DIAGNOSES:,1. Cervical dystonia.,2. Post cervical laminectomy pain syndrome.,Ms. XYZ states that the pain has now shifted to the left side. She has noticed a marked improvement on the right side, which was subject to a botulinum toxin injection about two weeks ago. She did not have any side effects on the Botox injection and she feels that her activities of daily living are increased, but she is still on the oxycodone and methadone. The patient's husband confirms the fact that she is doing a lot better, that she is more active, but there are still issues yet regarding anxiety, depression, and frustration regarding the pain in her neck.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:, The patient is appropriate. She is well dressed and oriented x3. She still smells of some cigarette smoke. Examination of the neck shows excellent reduction in muscle spasm on the right paraspinals, trapezius and splenius capitis muscles. There are no trigger points felt and her range of motion of the neck is still somewhat guarded, but much improved. On the left side, however, there is significant muscle spasm with tight bands involving the multifidus muscle with trigger point activity and a lot of tenderness and guarding. This extends down into the trapezius muscle, but the splenius capitis seems to be not involved.,TREATMENT PLAN:, After a long discussion with the patient and the husband, we have decided to go ahead and do botulinum toxin injection into the left multifidus/trapezius muscles. A total of 400 units of Botox is anticipated. The procedure is being scheduled. The patient's medications are refilled. She will continue to see Dr. Berry and continue her therapy with Mary Hotchkinson in Victoria.
SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR CONSULTATION:, Perioperative elevated blood pressure.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:,1. Graves disease.,2. Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, has been in normal sinus rhythm for several months, off medication.,3. Diverticulosis.,4. GERD.,5. High blood pressure.,6. Prostatic hypertrophy, status post transurethral resection of the prostate.,PAST SURGICAL HISTORY: , Bilateral inguinal hernia repair, right shoulder surgery with reconstruction, both shoulders rotator cuff repair, left knee arthroplasty, and transurethral resection of prostate.,HISTORY OF PRESENTING COMPLAINT: ,This 71-year-old gentleman with the above history, underwent laser surgery for the prostate earlier today. Before surgery, the patient's blood pressure was 181/107. The patient received IV labetalol. Blood pressure improved, but postsurgery, the patient's blood pressure went up again to 180/100. Currently, blood pressure is 158/100, goes up to 155 systolic when he is talking. On further questioning, the patient denies shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, or dizziness.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS:,CONSTITUTIONAL: No recent fever or general malaise.,ENT: Unremarkable.,RESPIRATORY: No cough or shortness of breath.,CARDIOVASCULAR: No chest pain.,GASTROINTESTINAL: No nausea or vomiting.,GENITOURINARY: The patient has prostatic hypertrophy, had laser surgery earlier today.,ENDOCRINE: Negative for diabetes, but positive for Graves disease.,MEDICATIONS: ,The patient takes Synthroid and aspirin. Aspirin had been discontinued about 1 week ago. He used to be on atenolol, lisinopril, and terazosin, both of which have been discontinued by his cardiologist, Dr. X several months ago.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:,GENERAL: A 71-year-old gentleman, not in acute distress.,CHEST: Clear to auscultation.,CARDIOVASCULAR: First and second heart sounds were heard. No murmur was appreciated.,ABDOMEN: Benign.,EXTREMITIES: There is no swelling.,NEUROLOGICAL: The patient is alert and oriented x3. Examination is nonfocal.,ASSESSMENT AND PLAN:,1. Perioperative hypertension. We will restart lisinopril at half the previous dose. He will be on 20 mg p.o. daily. If blood pressure remains above systolic of 150 within 3 days, the patient should increase lisinopril to 40 mg p.o. daily. The patient should see his primary physician, Dr. Y in 2 weeks' time. If blood pressure, however, remains above 150 systolic despite 40 mg of lisinopril, the patient should make an appointment to see his primary physician in a week's time.,2. Prostatic hypertrophy, status post laser surgery. The patient tolerated the procedure well.,3. History of Graves disease.,4. History of atrial fibrillation. The patient is in normal sinus rhythm.,DISPOSITION: ,The patient is stable to be discharged to home. Nurse should observe for 1 hour after lisinopril to make sure the blood pressure does not go too low.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Desires permanent sterilization.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Desires permanent sterilization.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED: , Laparoscopic bilateral tubal occlusion with Hulka clips.,ANESTHESIA: , General.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: , Less than 20 cc.,COMPLICATIONS: ,None.,FINDINGS: , On bimanual exam, the uterus was found to be anteverted at approximately six weeks in size. There were no adnexal masses appreciated. The vulva and perineum appeared normal. Laparoscopic findings revealed normal appearing uterus, fallopian tubes bilaterally as well as ovaries bilaterally. There was a functional cyst on the left ovary. There was filmy adhesion in the left pelvic sidewall. There were two clear lesions consistent with endometriosis, one was on the right fallopian tube and the other one was in the cul-de-sac. The uterosacrals and ovarian fossa as well as vesicouterine peritoneum were free of any endometriosis. The liver was visualized and appeared normal. The spleen was also visualized.,INDICATIONS: , This patient is a 34-year-old gravida 4, para-4-0-0-4 Caucasian female who desires permanent sterilization. She recently had a spontaneous vaginal delivery in June and her family planning is complete.,PROCEDURE IN DETAIL: , After informed consent was obtained in layman's terms, the patient was taken back to the operating suite and placed under general anesthesia. She was then prepped and draped and placed in the dorsal lithotomy position. A bimanual exam was performed and the above findings were noted. Prior to beginning the procedure, her bladder was drained with a red Robinson catheter. A weighted speculum was placed in the patient's posterior vagina and the 12 o' clock position of the cervix was grasped with a single-toothed tenaculum. The cervix was dilated so that the uterine elevator could be placed. Gloves were exchanged and attention was then turned to the anterior abdominal wall where the skin at the umbilicus was everted and using the towel clips, a 1 cm infraumbilical skin incision was made. The Veress needle was then inserted and using sterile saline ______ the pelvic cavity. The abdomen was then insufflated with appropriate volume and flow of CO2. The #11 bladed trocar was then placed and intraabdominal placement was confirmed with the laparoscope. A second skin incision was made approximately 2 cm above the pubic symphysis and under direct visualization, a 7 mm bladed trocar was placed without difficulty. Using the Hulka clip applicator, the left fallopian tube was identified, followed out to its fimbriated end and the Hulka clip was then placed snugly against the uterus across the entire diameter of the fallopian tube. A second Hulka clip was then placed across the entire diameter just proximal to this. There was good hemostasis at the fallopian tube. The right fallopian tube was then identified and followed out to its fimbriated end and the Hulka clip was placed. snugly against the uterus across the entire portion of the fallopian tube in a 90 degree angle. A second Hulka clip was placed just distal to this again across the entire diameter. Good hemostasis was obtained. At this point, the abdomen was desufflated and after it was desufflated, the suprapubic port site was visualized and found to be hemostatic. The laparoscope and remaining trocars were then removed with good visualization of the peritoneum and fascia and the laparoscope was removed. The umbilical incision was then closed with two interrupted #4-0 undyed Vicryl. The suprapubic incision was then closed with Steri-Strips. The uterine elevator was removed and the single-toothed tenaculum site was found to be hemostatic. The patient tolerated that procedure well. The sponge, lap, and needle counts were correct x2. She will follow up postoperatively for followup care.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
ADMISSION DIAGNOSES:,1. Severe menometrorrhagia unresponsive to medical therapy.,2. Severe anemia.,3. Fibroid uterus.,DISCHARGE DIAGNOSES:,1. Severe menometrorrhagia unresponsive to medical therapy.,2. Severe anemia.,3. Fibroid uterus.,OPERATIONS PERFORMED:,1. Hysteroscopy.,2. Dilatation and curettage (D&C).,3. Myomectomy.,COMPLICATIONS: , Large endometrial cavity fibroid requiring careful dissection and excision.,BLOOD TRANSFUSIONS: , Two units of packed red blood cells.,INFECTION: , None.,SIGNIFICANT LAB AND X-RAY: , Posttransfusion of the 2nd unit showed her hematocrit of 25, hemoglobin of 8.3.,HOSPITAL COURSE AND TREATMENT: , The patient was admitted to the surgical suite and taken to the operating room where a dilatation and curettage (D&C) was performed. Hysteroscopy revealed a large endometrial cavity fibroid. Careful shaving and excision of this fibroid was performed with removal of the fibroid. Hemostasis was noted completely at the end of this procedure. Postoperatively, the patient has done well. The patient was given a 2nd unit of packed red blood cells because of intraoperative blood loss. The patient is now ambulating without difficulty and tolerating her diet. The patient desires to go home. The patient is discharged to home.,DISCHARGE CONDITION: , Stable.,DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS: ,Regular diet, bedrest for 1 week with slow return to normal activities over the ensuing 2 to 3 weeks, pelvic rest for 6 weeks. Vicodin tablets 1 tablet p.o. q.4-6 h. p.r.n. pain, multiple vitamin 1 tab p.o. daily, ferrous sulfate tablets 1 tablet p.o. daily. Ambulate with assistance at home only. The patient is to return to see Dr. X p.r.n. plus Tuesday, 6/16/2009 for further followup care. The patient was given full and complete postop and discharge instructions. All her questions were answered.
Discharge Summary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
EXAM: , CT pelvis with contrast and ct abdomen with and without contrast.,INDICATIONS: ,Abnormal liver enzymes and diarrhea.,TECHNIQUE: , CT examination of the abdomen and pelvis was performed after 100 mL of intravenous contrast administration and oral contrast administration. Pre-contrast images through the abdomen were also obtained.,COMPARISON: ,There were no comparison studies.,FINDINGS: ,The lung bases are clear.,The liver demonstrates mild intrahepatic biliary ductal dilatation. These findings may be secondary to the patient's post cholecystectomy state. The pancreas, spleen, adrenal glands, and kidneys are unremarkable.,There is a 13 mm peripheral-enhancing fluid collection in the anterior pararenal space of uncertain etiology. There are numerous nonspecific retroperitoneal and mesenteric lymph nodes. These may be reactive; however, an early neoplastic process would be difficult to totally exclude.,There is a right inguinal hernia containing a loop of small bowel. This may produce a partial obstruction as there is mild fluid distention of several small bowel loops, particularly in the right lower quadrant. The large bowel demonstrates significant diverticulosis coli of the sigmoid and distal descending colon without evidence of diverticulitis.,There is diffuse osteopenia along with significant degenerative changes in the lower lumbar spine.,The urinary bladder is unremarkable. The uterus is not visualized.,IMPRESSION:,1. Right inguinal hernia containing small bowel. Partial obstruction is suspected.,2. Nonspecific retroperitoneal and mesenteric lymph nodes.,3. Thirteen millimeter of circumscribed fluid collection in the anterior pararenal space of uncertain etiology.,4. Diverticulosis without evidence of diverticulitis.,5. Status post cholecystectomy with mild intrahepatic biliary ductal dilatation.,6. Osteopenia and degenerative changes of the spine and pelvis.
Nephrology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
TITLE OF OPERATION:,1. Pars plana vitrectomy.,2. Pars plana lensectomy.,3. Exploration of exit wound.,4. Closure of perforating corneal scleral laceration involving uveal tissue.,5. Air-fluid exchange.,6. C3F8 gas.,7. Scleral buckling, right eye.,INDICATION FOR SURGERY: , The patient was hammering and a piece of metal entered his eye 1 day prior to the procedure giving him a traumatic cataract corneal laceration and the metallic intraocular foreign body was lodged in the posterior eye wall. He undergoes repair of the open globe today.,PREOP DIAGNOSIS: , Perforating corneal scleral laceration involving uveal tissue with traumatic cataract and metallic foreign body lodged in the posterior eye wall, right eye.,POSTOP DIAGNOSIS: , Perforating corneal scleral laceration involving uveal tissue with traumatic cataract and metallic foreign body lodged in the posterior eye wall, right eye.,ANESTHESIA:, General.,SPECIMEN:, None.,IMPLANTS:,1. Style number XXX silicone band reference XXX , lot number XXX , exploration 11/13.,2. Style number XXX Watzke sleeve reference XXX , lot number XXX , exploration 04/14.,PROCEDURE: , The risk, benefits, and alternatives to the procedure were reviewed with the patient and his wife. All of their questions were answered. Informed consent was signed. The patient was brought into the operating room. A surgical time-out was performed during which all members of the operating room staff agreed upon the patient's name, operation to be performed, and correct operative eye. After administration of general anesthesia, the patient was intubated without incident.,The right eye was prepared and draped in the usual fashion for ophthalmic surgery. A wire lid speculum was used to separate the eyelids of the left eye. A 9 o'clock anterior chamber paracentesis was created with Supersharp blade and the anterior chamber was filled with Healon. The clear corneal incision was superior to the visual axis and was closed with three interrupted 10-0 nylon sutures with the knots buried. A standard three-port pars plana vitrectomy __________ was initiated by performing partial conjunctival peritomies in the superonasal, superotemporal, and inferotemporal quadrants with Westcott scissors. Hemostasis was achieved with bipolar cautery. A 7-0 Vicryl suture was preplaced in the mattress fashion, 3 mm posterior to the surgical limbus in the inferotemporal quadrant. A microvitreoretinal blade was used to create a sclerotomy at this site and a 4-mm infusion cannula was introduced through the sclerotomy and tied in place with the aforementioned suture. The presence of the tip of the cannula was confirmed to be within the vitreous cavity prior to initiation of posterior infusion. Two additional sclerotomies were created superonasally and superotemporally, 3 mm posterior to the surgical limbus with microvitreoretinal blade.,The vitreous cutter was used to perform the pars plana lens actively preserving peripheral anterior capsule. The pars plana vitrectomy was performed with the assistance of the BIOM non-contact lens indirect viewing system using the light pipe illuminator and the vitreous cutter. The vitreous was trimmed to the vitreous base. A posterior vitreous detachment was created and extended 360 degrees with the assistance of triamcinolone for staining.,The foreign body appeared to exit the posterior pole along the superotemporal arcade and apparently severed a branched retinal artery resulting in an area of macular ischemia with retinal whitening along its course. The exit wound was explored. No intraocular foreign body or mural foreign body was observed with the assistance of intraocular forceps. The intraocular magnet was then inserted through the sclerotomy and no foreign body was again identified.,An air-fluid exchange was performed with the assistance of the soft-tip extrusion cannula and the retinal periphery was examined with scleral depression. No retinal breaks or defects were noted in the periphery. The plugs were placed in the sclerotomies and the conjunctival peritomy was extended at 360 degrees. Each of the rectus muscles was isolated on a 2-0 silk suture and a #XXX band was threaded beneath each of the rectus muscle and fixed to itself in the inferonasal quadrant with the Watzke sleeve. The buckle was sutured to the eye wall with 5-0 Mersilene sutures in each quadrant in a mattress fashion. The buckle was trimmed and the height of the buckle was inspected internally and noted to be adequate.,Residual intraocular fluid was removed with a soft-tip extrusion cannula and the sclerotomies were closed with 7-0 Vicryl sutures. A 12% concentration of C3F8 gas was flushed through the eye. The infusion cannula was removed and the sclerotomy was closed with the preplaced 7-0 Vicryl suture. All of the sclerotomies were noted to be airtight. The intraocular pressure following injection of 0.05 mL each of vancomycin (0.5 mg) and ceftazidime (1 mg) were injected through the superotemporal pars plana, 30-gauge needles.,The conjunctiva was closed with 6-0 plain gut sutures with the knots buried. Subconjunctival injections of Ancef and Decadron were delivered inferotemporally. The lid speculum was removed. Pred-G ointment and atropine solution were applied to the ocular surface. The eye was patched and shielded, and the patient was returned to the recovery room in stable condition, having tolerated the procedure well. There were no complications.,I was the attending surgeon, was present and scrubbed for the entirety of the procedure.
Ophthalmology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Rule out temporal arteritis.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: ,Rule out temporal arteritis.,PROCEDURE:, Bilateral temporal artery biopsy.,ANESTHESIA:, Local anesthesia 1% Xylocaine with epinephrine.,INDICATIONS:, I was consulted by Dr. X for this patient with bilateral temporal headaches to rule out temporal arteritis. I explained fully the procedure to the patient.,PROCEDURE: , Both sides were done exactly the same way. After 1% Xylocaine infiltration, a 2 to 3-cm incision was made over the temporal artery. The temporal artery was identified and was grossly normal on both sides. Proximal and distal were ligated with both of 3-0 silk suture and Hemoccult. The specimen of temporal artery was taken from both sides measuring at least 2 to 3 cm. They were sent as separate specimens, right and left labeled. The wound was then closed with interrupted 3-0 Monocryl subcuticular sutures and Dermabond. She tolerated the procedure well.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
EXAM: , CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis without and with intravenous contrast.,CLINICAL INDICATION: , Left lower quadrant abdominal pain.,COMPARISON: , None.,FINDINGS: , CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis was performed without and with intravenous contrast. Total of 100 mL of Isovue was administered intravenously. Oral contrast was also administered.,The lung bases are clear. The liver is enlarged and decreased in attenuation. There are no focal liver masses.,There is no intra or extrahepatic ductal dilatation.,The gallbladder is slightly distended.,The adrenal glands, pancreas, spleen, and left kidney are normal.,A 12-mm simple cyst is present in the inferior pole of the right kidney. There is no hydronephrosis or hydroureter.,The appendix is normal.,There are multiple diverticula in the rectosigmoid. There is evidence of focal wall thickening in the sigmoid colon (image #69) with adjacent fat stranding in association with a diverticulum. These findings are consistent with diverticulitis. No pneumoperitoneum is identified. There is no ascites or focal fluid collection.,The aorta is normal in contour and caliber.,There is no adenopathy.,Degenerative changes are present in the lumbar spine.,IMPRESSION: , Findings consistent with diverticulitis. Please see report above.
Nephrology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Mild tracheobronchitis with history of granulomatous disease and TB, rule out active TB/miliary TB.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED:, Flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy diagnostic with:,a. Right middle lobe bronchoalveolar lavage.,b. Right upper lobe bronchoalveolar lavage.,c. Right lower lobe transbronchial biopsies.,COMPLICATIONS:, None.,Samples include bronchoalveolar lavage of the right upper lobe and right middle lobe and transbronchial biopsies of the right lower lobe.,INDICATION: ,The patient with a history of TB and caseating granulomata on open lung biopsy with evidence of interstitial lung disease and question tuberculosis.,PROCEDURE:, After obtaining an informed consent, the patient was brought to the Bronchoscopy Suite with appropriate isolation related to ______ precautions. The patient had appropriate oxygen, blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate monitoring applied and monitored continuously throughout the procedure. 2 liters of oxygen via nasal cannula was applied to the nasopharynx with 100% saturations achieved. Topical anesthesia with 10 cc of 4% Xylocaine was applied to the right nares and oropharynx. Subsequent to this, the patient was premedicated with 50 mg of Demerol and then Versed 1 mg sequentially for a total of 2 mg. With this, adequate consciousness sedation was achieved. 3 cc of 4% viscous Xylocaine was applied to the right nares. The bronchoscope was then advanced through the right nares into the nasopharynx and oropharynx.,The oropharynx and larynx were well visualized and showed mild erythema, mild edema, otherwise negative.,There was normal vocal cord motion without masses or lesions. Additional topical anesthesia with 2% Xylocaine was applied to the larynx and subsequently throughout the tracheobronchial tree for a total of 18 cc. The bronchoscope was then advanced through the larynx into the trachea. The trachea showed mild evidence of erythema and moderate amounts of clear frothy secretions. These were suctioned clear. The bronchoscope was then advanced through the carina, which was sharp. Then advanced into the left main stem and each segment, subsegement in the left upper lingula and lower lobe was visualized. There was mild tracheobronchitis with mild friability throughout. There was modest amounts of white secretion. There were no other findings including evidence of mass, anatomic distortions, or hemorrhage. The bronchoscope was subsequently withdrawn and advanced into the right mainstem. Again, each segment and subsegment was well visualized. The right upper lobe anatomy showed some segmental distortion with dilation and irregularities both at the apical region as well as in the subsegments of the anteroapical and posterior segments. No specific masses or other lesions were identified throughout the tracheobronchial tree on the right. There was mild tracheal bronchitis with friability. Upon coughing, there was punctate hemorrhage. The bronchoscope was then advanced through the bronchus intermedius and the right middle lobe and right lower lobe. These again had no other anatomic lesions identified. The bronchoscope was then wedged in the right middle lobe and bronchoalveolar samples were obtained. The bronchoscope was withdrawn and the area was suctioned clear. The bronchoscope was then advanced into the apical segment of the right upper lobe and the bronchioalveolar lavage again performed. Samples were taken and the bronchoscope was removed suctioned the area clear. The bronchoscope was then re-advanced into the right lower lobe and multiple transbronchial biopsies were taken under fluoroscopic guidance in the posterior and lateral segments of the right lower lobe. Minimal hemorrhage was identified and suctioned clear without difficulty. The bronchoscope was then withdrawn to the mainstem. The area was suctioned clear. Fluoroscopy revealed no evidence of pneumothorax. The bronchoscope was then withdrawn. The patient tolerated the procedure well without evidence of desaturation or complications.
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR VISIT: ,Followup cervical spinal stenosis.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: ,Ms. ABC returns today for followup regarding her cervical spinal stenosis. I have last seen her on 06/19/07. Her symptoms of right greater than left upper extremity pain, weakness, paresthesias had been worsening after an incident on 06/04/07, when she thought she had exacerbated her conditions while lifting several objects.,I referred her to obtain a cervical spine MRI.,She returns today stating that she continues to have right upper extremity pain, paresthesias, weakness, which she believes radiates from her neck. She had some physical therapy, which has been helping with the neck pain. The right hand weakness continues. She states she has a difficult time opening jars, and doors, and often drops items from her right greater than left upper extremity. She states she have several occasions when she is sleeping at night, she has had sharp shooting radicular pain and weakness down her left upper extremity and she feels that these symptoms somewhat scare her.,She has been undergoing nonoperative management by Dr. X and feels this has been helping her neck pain, but not the upper extremity symptoms.,She denies any bowel and bladder dysfunction. No lower back pain, no lower extremity pain, and no instability with ambulation.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS:, Negative for fevers, chills, chest pain, and shortness of breath.,FINDINGS: ,On examination, Ms. ABC is a very pleasant well-developed, well-nourished female in no apparent distress. Alert and oriented x3. Normocephalic and atraumatic. Afebrile to touch.,She ambulates with a normal gait.,Motor strength is 4 plus out of 5 in the bilateral deltoids, biceps, triceps muscle groups, 4 out of 5 in the bilateral hand intrinsic muscle groups, grip strength 4 out of 5, 4 plus out of 5 bilateral wrist extension and wrist flexion.,Light touch sensation decreased in the right greater than left C6 distribution. Biceps and brachioradialis reflexes are 3 plus. Hoffman sign normal bilaterally.,Lower extremity strength is 5 out of 5 in all muscle groups. Patellar reflex is 3 plus. No clonus.,Cervical spine radiographs dated 06/21/07 are reviewed.,They demonstrate evidence of spondylosis including degenerative disk disease and anterior and posterior osteophyte formation at C4-5, C5-6, C6-7, and C3-4 demonstrates only minimal if any degenerative disk disease. There is no significant instability seen on flexion-extension views.,Updated cervical spine MRI dated 06/21/07 is reviewed.,It demonstrates evidence of moderate stenosis at C4-5, C5-6. These stenosis is in the bilateral neural foramina and there is also significant disk herniation noted at the C6-7 level. Minimal degenerative disk disease is seen at the C6-7. This stenosis is greater than C5-6 and the next level is more significantly involved at C4-5.,Effacement of the ventral and dorsal CSF space is seen at C4-5, C5-6.,ASSESSMENT AND PLAN: , Ms. ABC's history, physical examination, and radiographic findings are compatible with C4-5, C5-6 cervical spinal stenosis with associated right greater than left upper extremity radiculopathy including weakness.,I spent a significant amount of time today with the patient discussing the diagnosis, prognosis, natural history, nonoperative, and operative treatment options.,I laid out the options as continued nonoperative management with physical therapy, the same with the addition of cervical epidural steroid injections and surgical interventions.,The patient states she would like to avoid injections and is somewhat afraid of having these done. I explained to her that they may help to improve her symptoms, although they may not help with the weakness.,She feels that she is failing maximum nonoperative management and would like to consider surgical intervention.,I described the procedure consisting of C4-5, C5-6 anterior cervical decompression and fusion to the patient in detail on a spine model.,I explained the rationale for doing so including the decompression of the spinal cord and improvement of her upper extremity weakness and pain. She understands.,I discussed the risks, benefits, and alternative of the procedure including material risks of bleeding, infection, neurovascular injury, dural tear, singular or multiple muscle weakness, paralysis, hoarseness of voice, difficulty swallowing, pseudoarthrosis, adjacent segment disease, and the risk of this given the patient's relatively young age. Of note, the patient does have a hoarse voice right now, given the fact that she feels she has allergies.,I also discussed the option of disk arthroplasty. She understands.,She would like to proceed with the surgery, relatively soon. She has her birthday coming up on 07/20/07 and would like to hold off, until after then. Our tentative date for the surgery is 08/01/07. She will go ahead and continue the preoperative testing process.
Neurology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES,Breast hypoplasia, melasma to the face, and varicose veins to the posterior aspect of the right distal thigh/popliteal fossa area.,PROCEDURES,1. Bilateral augmentation mammoplasty, subglandular with a mammary gel silicone breast implant, 435 cc each.,2. TCA peel to two lesions of the face and vein stripping to the right posterior thigh and popliteal fossa area.,ANESTHESIA,General endotracheal.,EBL,100 cc.,IV FLUIDS,2L.,URINE OUTPUT,Per Anesthesia.,INDICATION FOR SURGERY,The patient is a 48-year-old female who was seen in clinic by Dr. W and where she was evaluated for her small breasts as well as dark areas on her face and varicose veins to the back and posterior aspect of her right lower extremity. She requested that surgical procedures to be performed for correction of these abnormalities. As such, complications were explained to the patient including infection, bleeding, poor wound healing, and need for additional surgery. The patient subsequently signed the consent and requested that Dr. W and associates to perform the procedure.,TECHNIQUE,The patient was brought to the operating room in supine position. General anesthesia was induced and then the patient was placed on the operating table in a prone position. The posterior thigh of the right lower extremity was prepped and draped in a sterile fashion. First, multiple serial small incisions less than 1 cm in length were made to the posterior aspect of the right thigh and sequential stripping of the varicose veins was performed. Once these varicose veins had been completely stripped and avulsed, then next the wounds were then irrigated and were cleaned with wet and dry, and all the incisions were closed with the use of 5-0 Monocryl buried interrupted sutures. The incisions were then dressed with Mastisol, Steri-Strips, ABDs and a TED hose. Next, the patient was then flipped back over onto the stretcher and placed on the operating table in a supine position. The anterior chest was then prepped and draped in a sterile fashion. Next, a 10 blade was placed through previous circumareolar incisions from a previous augmentation mammoplasty. Dissection was carried out with a 10 blade and Bovie cautery until the pectoralis fascia was identified to both breasts. Once the pectoralis muscle and fascia were identified, then a surgical plane was created in a subglandular layer. The hemostasis was obtained to both breast pockets with the Bovie cautery and suction and irrigation was performed to bilateral breast pockets as well. A sizer was used to identify the appropriate size of the silicone implant to be used. This was determined to be approximately 435 cc bilaterally. As such, two mammary gel silicone breast implants were placed in a subglandular muscle. Additional dissection of the breast pockets were performed bilaterally and the patient was sequentially placed in the upright sitting position for evaluation of appropriate placement of the mammary gel silicone implants. Once it was determined that the implants were appropriately selected and placed with the 435 cc silicon gel implant, the circumareolar incisions were closed in approximately 4-layered fashion closing the fascia, subcutaneous tissue, deep dermis, and a running dermal subcuticular for final skin closure. This was performed with 3-0 Monocryl and then 4-0 Monocryl for running subcuticular. The incisions were then dressed with Mastisol, Steri-Strips, and Xeroform and dressed with sample Kerlix. Next, our attention was paid to the face where 25% TCA solution was applied to two locations; one on the left cheek and the other one on the right cheek, where a hyperpigmentation/melasma. Several applications of the TCA peel was performed, and at the end of this, the frosting was noted to both spots. At the end of the case, needle and instrument counts were correct. Dr. W was present and scrubbed for the entire procedure. The patient was extubated in the operating room and taken to the PACU in stable condition.
Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Shunt malfunction. The patient with a ventriculoatrial shunt.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Shunt malfunction. The patient with a ventriculoatrial shunt.,ANESTHESIA: , General endotracheal tube anesthesia.,INDICATIONS FOR OPERATION: , Headaches, fluid accumulating along shunt tract.,FINDINGS: , Partial proximal shunt obstruction.,TITLE OF OPERATION:, Endoscopic proximal shunt revision.,SPECIMENS: , None.,COMPLICATIONS:, None.,DEVICES: , Portnoy ventricular catheter.,OPERATIVE PROCEDURE:, After satisfactory general endotracheal tube anesthesia was administered, the patient positioned on the operating table in supine position with the right frontal area shaved and the head was prepped and draped in a routine manner. The old right frontal scalp incision was reopened in a curvilinear manner, and the Bactiseal ventricular catheter was identified as it went into the right frontal horn. The distal end of the VA shunt was flushed and tested with heparinized saline, found to be patent, and it was then clamped. Endoscopically, the proximal end was explored and we found debris within the lumen, and then we were able to freely move the catheter around. We could see along the tract that the tip of the catheter had gone into the surrounding tissue and appeared to have prongs or extensions in the tract, which were going into the catheter consistent with partial proximal obstruction. A Portnoy ventricular catheter was endoscopically introduced and then the endoscope was bend so that the catheter tip did not go into the same location where it was before, but would take a gentle curve going into the right lateral ventricle. It flushed in quite well, was left at about 6.5 cm to 7 cm and connected to the existing straight connector and secured with 2-0 Ethibond sutures. The wounds were irrigated out with Bacitracin and closed in a routine manner using two 3-0 Vicryl for the galea and a 4-0 running Monocryl for the scalp followed by Mastisol and Steri-Strips. The patient was awakened and extubated having tolerated the procedure well without complications. It should be noted that the when we were irrigating through the ventricular catheter, fluid easily came out around the catheter indicating that the patient had partial proximal obstruction so that we could probably flow around the old shunt tract and perhaps this was leading to some of the symptomatology or findings of fluid along the chest.
Neurosurgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
MEDICAL PROBLEM LIST:,1. Status post multiple cerebrovascular accidents and significant left-sided upper extremity paresis in 2006.,2. Dementia and depression.,3. Hypertension.,4. History of atrial fibrillation. The patient has been in sinus rhythm as of late. The patient is not anticoagulated due to fall risk.,5. Glaucoma.,6. Degenerative arthritis of her spine.,7. GERD.,8. Hypothyroidism.,9. Chronic rhinitis (the patient declines nasal steroids).,10. Urinary urge incontinence.,11. Chronic constipation.,12. Diabetes type II, 2006.,13. Painful bunions on feet bilaterally.,CURRENT MEDICINES: , Aspirin 81 mg p.o. daily, Cymbalta 60 mg p.o. daily, Diovan 80 mg p.o. daily, felodipine 5 mg p.o. daily, omeprazole 20 mg daily, Toprol-XL 100 mg daily, Levoxyl 50 mcg daily, Lantus insulin 12 units subcutaneously h.s., simvastatin 10 mg p.o. daily, AyrGel to both nostrils twice daily, Senna S 2 tablets twice daily, Timoptic 1 drop both eyes twice daily, Tylenol 1000 mg 3 times daily, Xalatan 0.005% drops 1 drop both eyes at bedtime, and Tucks to rectum post BMs.,ALLERGIES: , NO KNOWN DRUG ALLERGIES. ACE INHIBITOR MAY HAVE CAUSED A COUGH.,CODE STATUS:, Do not resuscitate, healthcare proxy, palliative care orders in place.,DIET:, No added salt, no concentrated sweets, thin liquids.,RESTRAINTS:, None. The patient has declined use of chair check and bed check.,INTERVAL HISTORY: , Overall, the patient has been doing reasonably well. She is being treated for some hemorrhoids, which are not painful for her. There has been a note that she is constipated.,Her blood glucoses have been running reasonably well in the morning, perhaps a bit on the high side with the highest of 188. I see a couple in the 150s. However, I also see one that is in the one teens and a couple in the 120s range.,She is not bothered by cough or rib pain. These are complaints, which I often hear about.,Today, I reviewed Dr. Hudyncia's note from psychiatry. Depression responded very well to Cymbalta, and the plan is to continue it probably for a minimum of 1 year.,She is not having problems with breathing. No neurologic complaints or troubles. Pain is generally well managed just with Tylenol.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: , Vitals: As in chart. The patient is pleasant and cooperative. She is in no apparent distress. Her lungs are clear to auscultation and percussion. Heart sounds regular to me. Abdomen: Soft. Extremities without any edema. At the rectum, she has a couple of large hemorrhoids, which are not thrombosed and are not tender.,ASSESSMENT AND PLAN:,1. Hypertension, good control, continue current.,2. Depression, well treated on Cymbalta. Continue.,3. Other issues seem to be doing pretty well. These include blood pressure, which is well controlled. We will continue the medicines. She is clinically euthyroid. We check that occasionally. Continue Tylenol.,4. For the bowels, I will increase the intensity of regimen there. I have a feeling she would not tolerate either the FiberCon tablets or Metamucil powder in a drink. I will try her on annulose and see how she does with that.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PROCEDURES PERFORMED:,1. Left heart catheterization.,2. Bilateral selective coronary angiography.,3. Left ventriculogram was not performed.,INDICATION: , Non-ST elevation MI.,PROCEDURE: , After risks, benefits, and alternatives of the above-mentioned procedure were explained in detail to the patient, informed consent was obtained both verbally and in writing. The patient was taken to cardiac catheterization suite where the right femoral region was prepped and draped in the usual sterile fashion. 1% lidocaine solution was used to infiltrate the skin overlying the right femoral artery. Once adequate anesthesia had been obtained, a thin-walled #18 gauge Argon needle was used to cannulate the right femoral artery. A steel guidewire was inserted through the needle into the vascular lumen without resistance. A small nick was then made in the skin. The pressure was held. The needle was removed over the guidewire. Next, a Judkins left #4 catheter was advanced to the level of the ascending aorta under direct fluoroscopic visualization with the use of a guidewire. The guidewire was removed. The catheter was connected to the manifold and flushed. The ostium of the left main coronary artery was engaged. Using hand injections of nonionic contrast material, the left coronary system was evaluated in several different views. Once an adequate study had been performed, the catheter was removed from the ostium of the left main coronary artery and a steel guidewire was inserted through the catheter. The catheter was then removed over the guidewire.,Next, a Judkins right #4 catheter was advanced to the level of the ascending aorta under direct fluoroscopic visualization with the use of a guidewire. The guidewire was removed. The catheter was connected to manifold and flushed. The catheter did slip into the left ventricle. During the rotation, the LVEDP was then measured. The ostium of the right coronary artery was then engaged. Using hand injections of nonionic contrast material, the right coronary system was evaluated in several different views. Once adequate study has been performed, the catheter was then removed. The sheath was lastly flushed for the final time.,FINDINGS:,LEFT MAIN CORONARY ARTERY: , The left main coronary artery is a moderate caliber vessel, which bifurcates into the left anterior descending and circumflex arteries. There is no evidence of any hemodynamically significant stenosis.,LEFT ANTERIOR DESCENDING ARTERY: , The LAD is a moderate caliber vessel, which is subtotaled in its mid portion for approximately 1.5 cm to 1 cm with subsequent TIMI-I flow distally. The distal portion was diffusely diseased. The proximal portion otherwise shows minor luminal irregularities. The first diagonal branch demonstrated minor luminal irregularities throughout.,CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY: ,The circumflex is a moderate caliber vessel, which traverses through the atrioventricular groove. There is a 60% proximal lesion and a 90% mid lesion prior to the takeoff of the first obtuse marginal branch. The first obtuse marginal branch demonstrates minor luminal irregularities throughout.,RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY: , The RCA is a moderate caliber vessel, which demonstrates a 90% mid stenotic lesion. The dominant coronary artery gives off the posterior descending artery and posterolateral artery. The left ventricular end-diastolic pressure was approximately 22 mmHg. It should be noted that during injection of the contrast agent that there was ST elevation in the inferior leads, which resolved after the injection was complete.,IMPRESSION:,1. Three-vessel coronary artery disease involving a subtotaled left anterior descending artery with TIMI-I flow distally and 90% circumflex lesion and 90% right coronary artery lesion.,2. Mildly elevated left-sided filling pressures.,PLAN:,1. The patient will be transferred to Providence Hospital today for likely PCI of the mid LAD lesion with a surgical evaluation for a coronary artery bypass grafting. These findings and plan were discussed in detail with the patient and the patient's family. The patient is agreeable.,2. The patient will be continued on aggressive medical therapy including beta-blocker, aspirin, ACE inhibitor, and statin therapy. The patient will not be placed on Plavix secondary to the possibility for coronary bypass grafting. In light of the patient's history of cranial aneurysmal bleed, the patient will be held off of Lovenox and Integrilin.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PROCEDURE PERFORMED: , Carpal tunnel release.,INDICATIONS FOR SURGERY: , Nerve conduction study tests diagnostic of carpal tunnel syndrome. The patient failed to improve satisfactorily on conservative care, including anti-inflammatory medications and night splints.,PROCEDURE: ,The patient was brought to the operating room and, following a Bier block to the operative arm, the arm was prepped and draped in the usual manner.,Utilizing an incision that was laid out to extend not more distally than the thumb web space or proximally to a position short of crossing the most prominent base of the palm and in line with the longitudinal base of the thenar eminence in line with the fourth ray, the soft tissue dissection was carried down sharply through the skin and subcutaneous fat to the transverse carpal ligament. It was identified at its distal edge. Using a hemostat to probe the carpal tunnel, sharp dissection utilizing scalpel and iris scissors were used to release the carpal tunnel from a distal-to-proximal direction in its entirety. The canal was probed with a small finger to verify no evidence of any bone prominences. The nerve was examined for any irregularity. There was slight hyperemia of the nerve and a slight hourglass deformity. Following an irrigation, the skin was approximated using interrupted simple and horizontal mattress #5 nylon suture. A sterile dressing was applied.,The patient was taken to the recovery room in satisfactory condition.,The time of the Bier block was 30 minutes.,COMPLICATIONS: , None noted.
Orthopedic
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
GENERAL APPEARANCE: , This is a well-developed and well-nourished, ??,VITAL SIGNS: , Blood pressure ??, heart rate ?? and regular, respiratory rate ??, temperature is ?? degrees Fahrenheit. Height is ?? feet ?? inches. Weight is ?? pounds. This yields a body mass index of ??.,HEAD, EYES, EARS, NOSE AND THROAT:, The pupils were equal, round and reactive to light. Extraocular movements are intact. Sclera are nonicteric. Ears, nose, mouth and throat - Externally the ears and nose are normal. The mucous membranes are moist and midline.,NECK: ,The neck is supple without masses. No thyromegaly, no carotid bruits, no adenopathy.,LUNGS: ,There is a normal respiratory effort. Bilateral breath sounds are clear. No wheezes or rales or rhonchi.,CARDIAC: , Normal cardiac impulse location. S1 and S2 are normal. No rubs, murmurs or gallops. A regular rate and rhythm. There are no abdominal aortic bruits. The carotid, brachial, radial, femoral, popliteal and dorsalis pedis pulses are 2+ and equal bilaterally.,EXTREMITIES: , The extremities are without clubbing, cyanosis, or edema.,CHEST: , The chest examination is unremarkable.,BREASTS: ,The breasts show no masses or tenderness. No axillary adenopathy.,ABDOMEN:, The abdomen is flat, soft, nontender, no organomegaly, no masses, normal bowel sounds are present.,RECTAL: , Examination was deferred.,LYMPHATIC: , No neck, axillary or groin adenopathy was noted.,SKIN EXAMINATION:, Unremarkable.,MUSCULOSKELETAL EXAMINATION: , Grossly normal.,NEUROLOGIC: , The cranial nerves two through twelve are grossly intact. Patellar and biceps reflexes are normal.,PSYCHIATRIC: , The patient is awake, alert and oriented times three. Judgment and insight are good. Affect is appropriate.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:, A 14-day-old was seen by private doctor because of blister. On Friday, she was noted to have a small blister near her umbilicus. They went to their doctor on Saturday, culture was drawn. It came back today, growing MRSA. She has been doing well. They put her on bacitracin ointment near the umbilicus. That has about healed up. However today, they noticed a small blister on her left temporal area. They called the private doctor. They direct called the Infectious Disease doctor here and was asked that they come into the hospital. Mom states she has been diagnosed with MRSA on her buttocks as well and is on some medications. The child has not had any fever. She has not been lethargic or irritable. She has been eating well up to 2 ounces every feed. Eating well and sleeping well. No other changes have been noted.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:, She was born full term. No complications. Home with mom. No hospitalization, surgeries, allergies.,MEDICATIONS: , As noted.,IMMUNIZATIONS: , Up-to-date.,FAMILY HISTORY: , Negative.,SOCIAL HISTORY: , No ill contacts. No travel or changes in living condition.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS: ,Ten systems were asked, all of them were negative except as noted above.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: ,GENERAL: Awake, alert female, no acute distress at this time.,HEENT: Fontanelle soft and flat. PERRLA. EOMI. Conjunctivae are clear. TMS are clear. Nares are clear. Mucous membranes pinks and moist. Throat clear. No oral lesions.,NECK: Supple.,LUNGS: Clear.,HEART: Regular rate and rhythm. Normal S1, S2. No murmur.,ABDOMEN: Soft, nontender. Positive bowel sounds. No guarding, no rebound. No rashes seen.,EXTREMITIES: Capillary refill is brisk. Good distal pulses.,NEUROLOGIC: Cranial nerves II through XII intact. 5/5 strength in all extremities.,SKIN: Her umbilicus looks completely clear. There is no evidence of erythema. The area that the parents point where the blister was, appears to be well healed. There is no evidence of lesion noted, at this time. On her left temple area and just inside her hairline, there is a small vesicle. It is not a pustule. It is almost flat and it has minimal fluid underneath that. There is no surrounding erythema, tenderness. I have inspected the body, head to toe. No other areas of lesions seen.,EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT COURSE: , I spoke with Infectious Disease, Dr. X. He states, we should treat for MRSA with Bactrim p.o. There has been no evidence of jaundice with this little girl. Hibiclens and Bactroban. I spoke with Dr. X's associate to call back after Dr. X recommended a Herpes culture be done, just for completeness and that was done. Blood culture was done here to make sure she did not have MRSA in her blood, which clinically, she does not appear to have. She was discharged in stable condition.,IMPRESSION: , Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection.,PLAN: , MRSA Instructions were given as above and antibiotics were prescribed. To follow up with their doctor.
Emergency Room Reports
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
OPERATION PERFORMED: ,Dental prophylaxis under general anesthesia.,PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Impacted wisdom teeth.,2. Moderate gingivitis.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Impacted wisdom teeth.,2. Moderate gingivitis.,COMPLICATIONS: ,None.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: ,Minimal.,DURATION OF SURGERY: ,One hour 17 minutes.,BRIEF HISTORY: ,The patient was referred to me by Dr. X. He contacted myself and stated that Angelica was going to have her wisdom teeth extracted in the setting of a hospital operating room at Hospital and he inquired if we could pair on the procedure and I could do her full mouth dental rehabilitation before the wisdom teeth were removed by him. I agreed. I saw her in my office and she was cooperative for full mouth set of radiographs in my office and a clinical examination. This clinical and radiographic examination revealed no dental caries; however, she was in need of a good dental cleaning.,OPERATIVE PREPARATION: ,The patient was brought to Hospital Day Surgery accompanied by her mother. I met with them and discussed the needs of the child, types of restoration to be performed, and the risks and benefits of the treatment as well as the options and alternatives of the treatment. After all their questions and concerns were addressed, they gave their informed consent to proceed with the treatment. The patient's history and physical examination was reviewed. Once she was cleared by Anesthesia, she was taken back to the operating room.,OPERATIVE PROCEDURE: ,The patient was placed on the surgical table in the usual supine position with all extremities protected. Anesthesia was induced by mask. The patient was then intubated with a nasal endotracheal tube and the tube was stabilized. The head was wrapped and the eyes were taped shut for protection. An Angiocath was previously placed in preop. The head and neck were draped in sterile towels, and the body was covered with lead apron and sterile sheath. A moist continuous throat pack was placed beyond tonsillar pillars. Plastic lip and cheek retractors were then placed. Preoperative digital intraoral photographs were taken. No digital radiographs were taken in the operating room, as I stated before I had a full set of digital radiographs taken in my office. A prophylaxis was then performed using a Prophy cup and fluoridated Prophy paste after scaling and replaning was done. She presented with moderate calculus on the buccal surfaces of her maxillary, first molars and lower molars. She did not require any restorative dentistry.,Upon the conclusion of the restorative phase, the oral cavity was aspirated and found to be free of blood, mucus, and other debris. The original treatment plan was verified with the actual treatment provided. Postoperative clinical photographs were taken. The continuous gauze throat pack was removed with continuous suction and visualization. Topical fluoride was then placed on the teeth.,At the end of the procedure, the child was undraped, extubated, and awakened in the operating room, taken to the recovery room, breathing spontaneously with stable vital signs.,FINDINGS: , This patient presented in her permanent dentition. Her teeth #1, 16, 17, and 32 were impacted and are going to be removed following my full mouth dental rehabilitation by Dr. Alexander. Oral hygiene was fair. There was generalized plaque and calculus throughout. She did not have any caries, did not require any restorative dentistry.,CONCLUSION:, Following my dental surgery, the patient continued to intubated and was prepped for oral surgery procedures by Dr. X and his associates. There were no postop pain requirements. I did not have any specific requirements for the patient or her mother and that will be handled by Dr. X and their instructions on soft foods, etc., and pain control will be managed by them.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION:, The patient was brought to the operating room and appropriately identified. Local anesthesia was obtained with a 50/50 mixture of 2% lidocaine and 0.75% bupivacaine given as a peribulbar block. The patient was prepped and draped in the usual sterile fashion. A lid speculum was used to provide exposure to the right eye.,A limited conjunctival peritomy was created with Westcott scissors to expose the supranasal and, separately, the supratemporal and inferotemporal quadrants. Calipers were set at 3.5 mm and a mark was made 3.5 mm posterior to the limbus in the inferotemporal quadrant.,A 5-0 nylon suture was passed through partial-thickness sclera on either side of this mark. The MVR blade was used to make a sclerotomy between the pre-placed sutures. An 8-0 nylon suture was then pre-placed for later sclerotomy closure. The infusion cannula was inspected and found to be in good working order. The infusion cannula was placed in the vitreous cavity and secured with the pre-placed sutures. The tip of the infusion cannula was directly visualized and found to be free of any overlying tissue and the infusion was turned on.,Additional sclerotomies were made 3.5 mm posterior to the limbus in the supranasal and supratemporal quadrants. The light pipe and vitrectomy handpieces were then placed in the vitreous cavity and a vitrectomy was performed. There was moderately severe vitreous hemorrhage, which was removed. Once a view of the posterior pole could be obtained, there were some diabetic membranes emanating along the arcades. These were dissected with curved scissors and judicious use of the vitrectomy cutter. There was some bleeding from the inferotemporal frond. This was managed by raising the intraocular pressure and using intraocular cautery. The surgical view became cloudy and the corneal epithelium was removed with a beaver blade. This improved the view. There is an area suspicious for retinal break near where the severe traction was inferotemporally. The Endo laser was used to treat in a panretinal scatter fashion to areas that had not received previous treatment. The indirect ophthalmoscope was used to examine the retinal peripheral for 360 degrees and no tears, holes or dialyses were seen. There was some residual hemorrhagic vitreous skirt seen. The soft-tip cannula was then used to perform an air-fluid exchange. Additional laser was placed around the suspicious area inferotemporally. The sclerotomies were then closed with 8-0 nylon suture in an X-fashion, the infusion cannula was removed and it sclerotomy closed with the pre-existing 8-0 nylon suture.,The conjunctiva was closed with 6-0 plain gut. A subconjunctival injection of Ancef and Decadron were given and a drop of atropine was instilled over the eye. The lid speculum was removed. Maxitrol ointment was instilled over the eye and the eye was patched. The patient was brought to the recovery room in stable condition.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Left pleural effusion, parapneumonic, loculated.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Left pleural effusion, parapneumonic, loculated.,OPERATION: , Left chest tube placement.,IV SEDATION: , 5 mg of Versed total given under pulse ox monitoring, 1% lidocaine local infiltration.,PROCEDURE: , With the patient semi recumbent and supine the left anterolateral chest was prepped and draped in the usual sterile fashion. A 1% lidocaine was liberally infiltrated into the skin, subcutaneous tissue, deep fascia and the anterior axillary line just below the level of the nipple. The incision was made and deepened through the different layers to reach the intercostal space. The pleura was entered on top of the underlying rib and finger digital palpation was performed. Multiple loculations were encountered. Break up of loculations was performed posteriorly and a chest tube was directed posteriorly. Only a small amount of fluid was noted to come out initially. This was sent for various studies. Soft adhesions were encountered. The plan was to obtain a chest x-ray and start Activase installation.
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Nasal septal deviation.,2. Bilateral internal nasal valve collapse.,3. Bilateral external nasal valve collapse.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Nasal septal deviation.,2. Bilateral internal nasal valve collapse.,3. Bilateral external nasal valve collapse.,PROCEDURES:,1. Revision septoplasty.,2. Repair of internal nasal valve collapse using auricular cartilage.,3. Repair of bilateral external nasal valve collapse using auricular cartilage.,4. Harvest of right auricular cartilage.,ANESTHESIA: , General endotracheal anesthesia.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: , Approximately 20 mL.,IV FLUIDS: , Include a liter of crystalloid fluid.,URINE OUTPUT: , None.,FINDINGS: , Include that of significantly deviated septum with postoperative changes and a significant septal spur along the floor. There is also evidence of bilateral internal as well as external nasal valve collapse.,INDICATIONS: ,The patient is a pleasant 49-year-old gentleman who had undergone a previous septorhinoplasty after significant trauma in his 20s. He now presents with significant upper airway resistance and nasal obstruction and is unable to tolerate a CPAP machine. Therefore, for repair of the above-mentioned deformities including the internal and external nasal valve collapse as well as straightening of the deviated septum, the risks and benefits of the procedure were discussed with him included but not limited to bleeding, infection, septal perforation, need for further surgeries, external deformity, and he desired to proceed with surgery.,DESCRIPTION OF THE PROCEDURE IN DETAIL: ,The patient was taken to the operating room and laid supine upon the OR table. After the induction of general endotracheal anesthesia, the nose was decongested using Afrin-soaked pledgets followed by the injection of % lidocaine with 1:100,000 epinephrine in the submucoperichondrial planes bilaterally. Examination revealed significant deviation of the nasal septum and the bony cartilaginous junction as well as the large septal spur along the floor. The caudal septum appeared to be now in adequate position. There was evidence that there had been a previous caudal septal graft on the right nares and it was decided to leave this in place. Following the evaluation of the nose, a hemitransfixion incision was made on the left revealing a large septal spur consisting primarily down on the floor of the left nostril creating nearly a picture of the vestibular stenosis on the side. Very carefully, the mucoperichondrial flaps were elevated over this, and it was excised using an osteotome taking care to preserve the 1.5 cm dorsal and caudal strap of the nasal septum and keep it attached to the nasal spine. Very carefully, the bony cartilaginous junction was identified and a small piece of the bone, where the spur was, was carefully removed. Following this, it was noted that the cartilaginous region was satisfactory in quantity as well as quality to perform adequate grafting procedures. Therefore, attention was turned to harvesting the right-sided auricular cartilage, which was done after the region had adequately been prepped and draped in a sterile fashion. Postauricular incision using a #15 blade, the area of the submucoperichondrial plane was elevated in order to preserve the nice lining and identifiable portion of the cartilage taking care to preserve the ridge of the helix at all times. This was very carefully harvested. This area had been injected previously with 1% lidocaine and 1:100,000 epinephrine. Following this, the cartilage was removed. It was placed in saline, noted to be fashioned in the bilateral spreader graft and alar rim graft as well as a small piece of crush which was used to be placed along the top of the dorsal irregularity. The spreader grafts were sutured in place using submucoperichondrial pockets. After an external septorhinoplasty approach had been performed and reflection of the skin and soft tissue envelope had been performed, adequately revealing straight septum with significant narrowing with what appeared to be detached perhaps from his ipsilateral cartilages rather from his previous surgery. These were secured in place in the pockets using a 5-0 PDS suture in a mattress fashion in two places. Following this, attention was turned to placing the alar rim grafts where pockets were created along the caudal aspect of the lower lateral cartilage and just along the alar margin. Subsequently, the alar rim grafts were placed and extended all the way to the piriform aperture. This was sutured in place using a 5-0 self-absorbing gut suture. The lower lateral cartilage has had some inherent asymmetry. This may have been related to his previous surgery with some asymmetry of the dome; however, this was left in place as he did not desire any changes in the tip region, and there was adequate support. An endodermal suture was placed just to reenforce the region using a 5-0 PDS suture. Following all this, the area was closed using a mattress 4-0 plain gut on a Keith needle followed by the application of ***** 5-0 fast-absorbing gut to close the hemitransfixion incision. Very carefully, the skin and subcutaneous tissue envelopes were reflected. The curvilinear incision was closed using a Vicryl followed by interrupted 6-0 Prolene sutures. The marginal incisions were then closed using 5-0 fast-absorbing gut. Doyle splints were placed and secured down using a nylon suture. They had ointment also placed on them. Following this, nasopharynx was suctioned. There were no further abnormalities noted and everything appeared to be in nice position. Therefore, an external splint was placed after the application of Steri-Strips. The patient tolerated the procedure well. He was awakened in the operating room. He was extubated and taken to the recovery room in stable condition.
ENT - Otolaryngology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Aortic stenosis.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: ,Aortic stenosis.,PROCEDURES PERFORMED,1. Insertion of a **-mm Toronto stentless porcine valve.,2. Cardiopulmonary bypass.,3. Cold cardioplegia arrest of the heart.,ANESTHESIA: , General endotracheal anesthesia.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: , 300 cc.,INTRAVENOUS FLUIDS: , 1200 cc of crystalloid.,URINE OUTPUT: , 250 cc.,AORTIC CROSS-CLAMP TIME: , **,CARDIOPULMONARY BYPASS TIME TOTAL: , **,PROCEDURE IN DETAIL:, After obtaining informed consent from the patient, including a thorough explanation of the risks and benefits of the aforementioned procedure, patient was taken to the operating room and general endotracheal anesthesia was administered. Next the neck, chest and legs were prepped and draped in the standard surgical fashion. We used a #10-blade scalpel to make a midline median sternotomy incision. Dissection was carried down to the left of the sternum using Bovie electrocautery. The sternum was opened with a sternal saw. The chest retractor was positioned. Next, full-dose heparin was given. The pericardium was opened. Pericardial stay sutures were positioned. After obtaining adequate ACT, we prepared to place the patient on cardiopulmonary bypass. A 2-0 double pursestring of Ethibond suture was placed in the ascending aorta. Through this was passed an aortic cannula connected to the arterial side of the cardiopulmonary bypass machine. Next a 3-0 Prolene pursestring was placed in the right atrial appendage. Through this was passed our venous cannula connected to the venous portion of the cardiopulmonary bypass machine. A 4-0 U-stitch was placed in the right atrium. A retrograde cardioplegia catheter was positioned at this site. Next, scissors were used to dissect out the right upper pulmonary vein. A 4-0 Prolene pursestring was placed in the right upper pulmonary vein. Next, a right-angle sump was placed at this position. We then connected our retrograde cardioplegia catheter to the cardioplegia solution circuit. Bovie electrocautery was used to dissect the interface between the aorta and pulmonary artery. The aorta was completely encircled. Next, an antegrade cardioplegia needle and associated sump were placed in the ascending aorta. We then prepared to cross-clamp the aorta. We went down on our flows and cross-clamped the aorta. We backed up our flows. We then gave antegrade and retrograde cold blood cardioplegia solution circuit so as to arrest the heart. The patient had some aortic insufficiency so we elected, after initially arresting the heart, to open the aorta and transect it and then give direct ostial infusion of cardioplegia solution circuit. Next, after obtaining complete diastolic arrest of the heart, we turned our attention to exposing the aortic valve, and 4-0 Tycron sutures were placed in the commissures. In addition, a 2-0 Prolene suture was placed in the aortic wall so as to bring the aortic wall and root up into view. Next, scissors were used to excise the diseased aortic valve leaflets. Care was taken to remove all the calcium from the aortic annulus. We then sized up the aortic annulus which came out to be a **-mm stentless porcine Toronto valve. We prepared the valve. Next, we placed our proximal suture line of interrupted 4-0 Tycron sutures for the annulus. We started with our individual commissural stitches. They were connected to our valve sewing ring. Next, we placed 5 interrupted 4-0 Tycron sutures in a subannular fashion at each commissural position. After doing so, we passed 1 end of the suture through the sewing portion of the Toronto stentless porcine valve. The valve was lowered into place and all of the sutures were tied. Next, we gave another round of cold blood antegrade and retrograde cardioplegia. Next, we sewed our distal suture line. We began with the left coronary cusp of the valve. We ran a 5-0 RB needle up both sides of the valve. Care was taken to avoid the left coronary ostia. This procedure was repeated on the right cusp of the stentless porcine valve. Again, care was taken to avoid any injury to the coronary ostia. Lastly, we sewed our non-coronary cusp. This was done without difficulty. At this point we inspected our aortic valve. There was good coaptation of the leaflets, and it was noted that both the left and the right coronary ostia were open. We gave another round of cold blood antegrade and retrograde cardioplegia. The antegrade portion was given in a direct ostial fashion once again. We now turned our attention to closing the aorta. A 4-0 Prolene double row of suture was used to close the aorta in a running fashion. Just prior to closing, we de-aired the heart and gave a warm shot of antegrade and retrograde cardioplegia. At this point, we removed our aortic cross-clamp. The heart gradually regained its electromechanical activity. We placed 2 atrial and 2 ventricular pacing wires. We removed our aortic vent and oversewed that site with another 4-0 Prolene on an SH needle. We removed our retrograde cardioplegia catheter. We oversewed that site with a 5-0 Prolene. By now, the heart was de-aired and resumed normal electromechanical activity. We began to wean the patient from cardiopulmonary bypass. We then removed our venous cannula and suture ligated that site with a #2 silk. We then gave full-dose protamine. After knowing that there was no evidence of a protamine reaction, we removed the aortic cannula. We buttressed that site with a 4-0 Prolene on an SH needle. We placed a mediastinal chest tube and brought it out through the skin. We also placed 2 Blake drains, 1 in the left chest and 1 in the right chest, as the patient had some bilateral pleural effusions. They were brought out through the skin. The sternum was closed with #7 wires in an interrupted figure-of-eight fashion. The fascia was closed with #1 Vicryl. We closed the subcu tissue with 2-0 Vicryl and the skin with 4-0 PDS.
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR CONSULTATION: , Thyroid mass diagnosed as papillary carcinoma.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: ,The patient is a 16-year-old young lady, who was referred from the Pediatric Endocrinology Department by Dr. X for evaluation and surgical recommendations regarding treatment of a mass in her thyroid, which has now been proven to be papillary carcinoma on fine needle aspiration biopsy. The patient's parents relayed that they first noted a relatively small but noticeable mass in the middle portion of her thyroid gland about 2004. An ultrasound examination had reportedly been done in the past and the mass is being observed. When it began to enlarge recently, she was referred to the Pediatric Endocrinology Department and had an evaluation there. The patient was referred for fine needle aspiration and the reports recently returned a diagnosis of papillary thyroid carcinoma. The patient has not had any hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, or any symptoms of endocrine dysfunction. She has no weight changes consistent with either hyper or hypothyroidism. There is no family history of thyroid cancer in her family. She has no notable discomfort with this lesion. There have been no skin changes. Historically, she does not have a history of any prior head and neck radiation or treatment of any unusual endocrinopathy.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:, Essentially unremarkable. The patient has never been hospitalized in the past for any major illnesses. She has had no prior surgical procedures.,IMMUNIZATIONS: , Current and up to date.,ALLERGIES: , She has no known drug allergies.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS: ,Currently taking no routine medications. She describes her pain level currently as zero.,FAMILY HISTORY: , There is no significant family history, although the patient's father does note that his mother had a thyroid surgery at some point in life, but it was not known whether this was for cancer, but he suspects it might have been for goiter. This was done in Tijuana. His mom is from central portion of Mexico. There is no family history of multiple endocrine neoplasia syndromes.,SOCIAL HISTORY: ,The patient is a junior at Hoover High School. She lives with her mom in Fresno.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS: , A careful 12-system review was completely normal except for the problems related to the thyroid mass.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:,GENERAL: The patient is a 55.7 kg, nondysmorphic, quiet, and perhaps slightly apprehensive young lady, who was in no acute distress. She was alert and oriented x3 and had an appropriate affect.,HEENT: The head and neck examination is most significant. There is mild amount of facial acne. The patient's head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat appeared to be grossly normal.,NECK: There is a slightly visible midline bulge in the region of the thyroid isthmus. A firm nodule is present there, and there is also some nodularity in the right lobe of the thyroid. This mass is relatively hard, slightly fixed, but not tethered to surrounding tissues, skin, or muscles that I can determine. There are some shotty adenopathy in the area. No supraclavicular nodes were noted.,CHEST: Excursions are symmetric with good air entry.,LUNGS: Clear.,CARDIOVASCULAR: Normal. There is no tachycardia or murmur noted.,ABDOMEN: Benign.,EXTREMITIES: Extremities are anatomically correct with full range of motion.,GENITOURINARY: External genitourinary exam was deferred at this time and can be performed later during anesthesia. This is same as too for her rectal examination.,SKIN: There is no acute rash, purpura, or petechiae.,NEUROLOGIC: Normal and no focal deficits. Her voice is strong and clear. There is no evidence of dysphonia or vocal cord malfunction.,DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES: , I reviewed laboratory data from the Diagnostics Lab, which included a mild abnormality in the AST at 11, which is slightly lower than the normal range. T4 and TSH levels were recorded as normal. Free thyroxine was normal, and the serum pregnancy test was negative. There was no level of thyroglobulin recorded on this. A urinalysis and comprehensive metabolic panel was unremarkable. A chest x-ray was obtained, which I personally reviewed. There is a diffuse pattern of tiny nodules in both lungs typical of miliary metastatic disease that is often seen in patients with metastatic thyroid carcinoma.,IMPRESSION/PLAN: , The patient is a 16-year-old young lady with a history of thyroid mass that is now biopsy proven as papillary. The pattern of miliary metastatic lesions in the chest is consistent with this diagnosis and is unfortunate in that it generally means a more advanced stage of disease. I spent approximately 30 minutes with the patient and her family today discussing the surgical aspects of the treatment of this disease. During this time, we talked about performing a total thyroidectomy to eradicate as much of the native thyroid tissue and remove the primary source of the cancer in anticipation of radioactive iodine therapy. We talked about sentinel node dissection, and we spent significant amount of time talking about the possibility of hypoparathyroidism if all four of the parathyroid glands were damaged during this operation. We also discussed the recurrent laryngeal and external laryngeal branches of the nerve supplying the vocal cord function and how they cane be damaged during the thyroidectomy as well. I answered as many of the family's questions as they could mount during this stressful time with this recent information supplied to them. I also did talk to them about the chest x-ray pattern, which was complete __________ as the film was just on the day prior to my clinic visit. This will have some impact on the postoperative adjunctive therapy. The radiologist commented about the risk of pulmonary fibrosis and the use of radioactive iodine in this situation, but it seems likely that is going to be necessary to attempt to treat this disease in the patient's case. I did discuss with them the possibility of having to take large doses of calcium and vitamin D in the event of hypoparathyroidism if that does happen, and we also talked about possibly sparing parathyroid tissue and reimplanting it in a muscle belly either in the neck or forearm if that becomes a necessity. All of the family's questions have been answered. This is a very anxious and anxiety provoking time in the family. I have made every effort to get the patient under schedule within the next 48 hours to have this operation done. We are tentatively planning on proceeding this upcoming Friday afternoon with total thyroidectomy.
Pediatrics - Neonatal
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS:, Mesothelioma.,SECONDARY DIAGNOSES:, Pleural effusion, atrial fibrillation, anemia, ascites, esophageal reflux, and history of deep venous thrombosis.,PROCEDURES,1. On August 24, 2007, decortication of the lung with pleural biopsy and transpleural fluoroscopy.,2. On August 20, 2007, thoracentesis.,3. On August 31, 2007, Port-A-Cath placement.,HISTORY AND PHYSICAL: , The patient is a 41-year-old Vietnamese female with a nonproductive cough that started last week. She has had right-sided chest pain radiating to her back with fever starting yesterday. She has a history of pericarditis and pericardectomy in May 2006 and developed cough with right-sided chest pain, and went to an urgent care center. Chest x-ray revealed right-sided pleural effusion.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY,1. Pericardectomy.,2. Pericarditis.,2. Atrial fibrillation.,4. RNCA with intracranial thrombolytic treatment.,5
Discharge Summary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
EXAM: , CT head without contrast, CT facial bones without contrast, and CT cervical spine without contrast.,REASON FOR EXAM:, A 68-year-old status post fall with multifocal pain.,COMPARISONS: , None.,TECHNIQUE: , Sequential axial CT images were obtained from the vertex to the thoracic inlet without contrast. Additional high-resolution sagittal and/or coronal reconstructed images were obtained through the facial bones and cervical spine for better visualization of the osseous structures.,INTERPRETATIONS:,HEAD:,There is mild generalized atrophy. Scattered patchy foci of decreased attenuation is seen in the subcortical and periventricular white matter consistent with chronic small vessel ischemic changes. There are subtle areas of increased attenuation seen within the frontal lobes bilaterally. Given the patient's clinical presentation, these likely represent small hemorrhagic contusions. Other differential considerations include cortical calcifications, which are less likely. The brain parenchyma is otherwise normal in attenuation without evidence of mass, midline shift, hydrocephalus, extra-axial fluid, or acute infarction. The visualized paranasal sinuses and mastoid air cells are clear. The bony calvarium and skull base are unremarkable.,FACIAL BONES:,The osseous structures about the face are grossly intact without acute fracture or dislocation. The orbits and extra-ocular muscles are within normal limits. There is diffuse mucosal thickening in the ethmoid and right maxillary sinuses. The remaining visualized paranasal sinuses and mastoid air cells are clear. Diffuse soft tissue swelling is noted about the right orbit and right facial bones without underlying fracture.,CERVICAL SPINE:,There is mild generalized osteopenia. There are diffuse multilevel degenerative changes identified extending from C4-C7 with disk space narrowing, sclerosis, and marginal osteophyte formation. The remaining cervical vertebral body heights are maintained without acute fracture, dislocation, or spondylolisthesis. The central canal is grossly patent. The pedicles and posterior elements appear intact with multifocal facet degenerative changes. There is no prevertebral or paravertebral soft tissue masses identified. The atlanto-dens interval and dens are maintained.,IMPRESSION:,1.Subtle areas of increased attenuation identified within the frontal lobes bilaterally suggesting small hemorrhagic contusions. There is no associated shift or mass effect at this time. Less likely, this finding could be secondary to cortical calcifications. The patient may benefit from a repeat CT scan of the head or MRI for additional evaluation if clinically indicated.,2.Atrophy and chronic small vessel ischemic changes in the brain.,3.Ethmoid and right maxillary sinus congestion and diffuse soft tissue swelling over the right side of the face without underlying fracture.,4.Osteopenia and multilevel degenerative changes in the cervical spine as described above.,5.Findings were discussed with Dr. X from the emergency department at the time of interpretation.
Radiology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
SUBJECTIVE:, Mr. Sample Patient returns to the Sample Clinic with the chief complaint of painful right heel. The patient states that the heel has been painful for approximately two weeks, it is starts with the first step in the morning and gets worse with activity during the day. The patient states that he is currently doing no treatment for it. He states that most of his pain is along medial tubercle of the right calcaneus and extends to the medial arch. The patient states that he has no change in the past medical history since his last visit and denies any fever, chills, vomiting, headache, chest, or shortness of breath.,OBJECTIVE:, Upon removal of shoes and socks bilaterally, neurovascular status remains unchanged since the last visit. There is tenderness to palpation to the medial tubercle of the right foot. The pain is elicited along the medial arch as well. There are no open areas or signs of infection noted.,ASSESSMENT:, Plantar fascitis/heel spur syndrome, right foot.,PLAN:, The patient was given injections of 3 cc 2:1 mixture of 1% lidocaine plain with dexamethasone phospate. He was given a low dye strapping and a heel lift was placed in his right shoe. The patient will be seen back in approximately one month for further evaluation if necessary. He was told to call if anything should occur before that. The patient was told to continue with the good work on his diabetic control.
SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , The patient presents today as a consultation from Dr. ABC's office regarding the above. He has history of neurogenic bladder, and on intermittent self-catheterization 3 times a day. However, June 24, 2008, he was seen in the ER, and with fever, weakness, possible urosepsis. He had a blood culture, which was positive for Staphylococcus epidermidis, as well as urine culture noted for same bacteria. He was treated on IV antibiotics, Dr. XYZ also saw the patient. Discharged home. Not taking any antibiotics. Today in the office, the patient denies any dysuria, gross hematuria, fever, chills. He is catheterizing 3 times a day, changing his catheter weekly. Does have history of renal transplant, which has been followed by Dr. X and is on chronic steroids. Renal ultrasound, June 23, 2008, was noted for mild hydronephrosis of renal transplant with fluid in the pericapsular space. Creatinine, July 7, 2008 was 2.0, BUN 36, and patient tells me this is being followed by Dr. X. No interval complaints today, no issues with catheterization or any gross hematuria.,IMPRESSION: ,1. Neurogenic bladder, in a patient catheterizing himself 3 times a day, changing his catheter 3 times a week, we again reviewed the technique of catheterization, and he has no issues with this.,2. Recurrent urinary tract infection, in a patient who has been hospitalized twice within the last few months, he is on steroids for renal transplant, which has most likely been overall reducing his immune system. He is asymptomatic today. No complaints today.,PLAN:, Following a detailed discussion with the patient, we elected to proceed with intermittent self-catheterization, changing catheter weekly, and technique has been discussed as above. Based on the recent culture, we will place him on Keflex nighttime prophylaxis, for the next three months or so. He will call if any concerns. Follow up as previously scheduled in September for re-assessment. All questions answered. The patient is seen and evaluated by myself.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Nasal obstruction secondary to deviated nasal septum.,2. Bilateral turbinate hypertrophy.,PROCEDURE:, Cosmetic rhinoplasty. Request for cosmetic change in the external appearance of the nose.,ANESTHESIA: , General via endotracheal tube.,INDICATIONS FOR OPERATION: ,The patient is a 26-year-old white female with longstanding nasal obstruction. She also has concerns with regard to the external appearance of her nose and is requesting changes in the external appearance of her nose. From her functional standpoint, she has severe left-sided nasal septal deviation with compensatory inferior turbinate hypertrophy. From the aesthetic standpoint, the nose is over projected, lacks rotation, and has a large dorsal hump. First we are going to straighten the nasal septum and reduce the size of the turbinates and then we will also take down the hump, rotate the tip of the nose, and de-project the nasal tip. I explained to her the risks, benefits, alternatives, and complications for postsurgical procedure. She had her questions asked and answered and requested that we proceed with surgery as outlined above.,PROCEDURE DETAILS: , The patient was taken to the operating room and placed in supine position. The appropriate level of general endotracheal anesthesia was induced. The face, head, and neck were sterilely prepped and draped. The nose was anesthetized and vasoconstricted in the usual fashion. Procedure began with a left hemitransfixion incision, which was brought down into the left intercartilaginous incision. Right intercartilaginous incision was also made and the dorsum of the nose was elevated in the submucoperichondrial and subperiosteal plane. Intact bilateral septomucoperichondrial flaps were elevated and a severe left-sided nasal septal deviation was corrected by detachment of the caudal nasal septum from the maxillary crest in a swinging door fashion and placing it back into the midline. Posterior vomerine spur was divided superiorly and inferiorly and a large spur was removed. Anterior and inferior one-third of each inferior turbinate was clamped, cut, and resected. The upper lateral cartilages were divided from their attachments to the dorsal nasal septum and the cartilaginous septum was lowered by approximately 2 mm. The bony hump of the nose was lowered with a straight osteotome by 4 mm. Fading medial osteotomies were carried out and lateral osteotomies were then created in order to narrow the bony width of the nose. The tip of the nose was then addressed via a retrograde dissection and removal of cephalic caudal semicircle cartilage medially at the tip. The caudal septum was shortened by 2 mm in an angle in order to enhance rotation. Medial crural footplates were reattached to the caudal nasal septum with a projection rotation control suture of #3-0 chromic. The upper lateral cartilages were rejoined to the dorsal septum with a #4-0 plain gut suture. No middle valves or bone grafts were necessary. Intact mucoperichondrial flaps were closed with 4-0 plain gut suture and Doyle nasal splints were placed on either side of the nasal septum. The middle meatus was filled with Surgicel and Cortisporin otic and external Denver splint was applied with sterile tape and Mastisol. Excellent aesthetic and functional results were thus obtained and the patient was awakened in the operating room, taken to the recovery room in good condition.
Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REFERRAL QUESTIONS:, Mr. Abcd was referred for psychological assessment by his primary medical provider, to help clarify his diagnosis, especially with respect to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a depression, or a Bipolar Spectrum Disorder. The information will be used for treatment planning.,BACKGROUND INFORMATION:, Mr. Abcd is a 33-year-old married man who lives with his wife and three children. He has been married since 1995 and lost a son to SIDS over seven years ago. He served in the army for two years, and did attend some college at UAA. He still wants to get a degree in engineering. Mr. Abcd indicated that he did use THC at the time of his initial intake with me in January 2006, but there are no other substance abuse issues as an adult so far as I am aware. He has had multiple stressors, including a bankruptcy in 2000, as well as his wife's significant health problems. He also reported having herniated discs incurred in an injury over a year ago. He has received counseling in the past, and did try both Lexapro and Wellbutrin, which he stopped taking in October 2005. He indicated these medications tended to decrease libido and flatten all of his emotions. He indicated that he thought he might have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, but that this had not been formally evaluated or treated. There is no reported bipolar illness in his immediate family, but there is some depression. A recent stressor involved OCS involvement, apparently because his infant child tested positive for THC. So far as I am aware, this case is closed at this time. ,BEHAVIORAL OBSERVATIONS:, Mr. Abcd arrived on time for his testing session dressed casually and with good hygiene and grooming. Mood is reported to be generally okay, though with some stress. Affect was bright and appropriate to the situation. Speech was a little pressured, but was of normal content and was at all times coherent and goal directed. He was a very pleasant and cooperative testing subject, who appeared to give a good effort on the tasks requested of him. The results appear to provide a useful sample of his current attitudes, opinions, and functional levels in the areas assessed.,ASSESSMENT RESULTS:, Mr. Abcd's responses to a brief self-report instrument given to him by Dr. Starks was suggestive of symptoms that could be consistent with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. I therefore had him complete the Conners CPT-II, which showed good performance and no indications of attention problems. The Confidence Index associated with ADHD was over 58 percent that no clinical attention problems are present. While a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder should not unequivocally be ruled out based on the results of this test, there is nothing in the CPT-II measures indicating attention problems, and that diagnosis appears to be unlikely. The MMPI-2 profile is a technically valid and interpretable one. The Modified Welsh Code is as follows: 49+86-231/570: F'+-/:LK#. The high F scale may reflect some moodiness, restlessness, dissatisfaction, and changeableness in his typical behavior. The Basic Clinical Profile is similar to persons who tend to get into trouble for violating social norms and rules. Such persons are more likely to experience conflicts with authority. They also are prone to impulsivity, self-indulgence, problems with delay of gratification, exercise problematic judgment, and often have low frustration tolerance. Those with similar scores tend to be moody, irritable, extraverted, and often do not trust others very much. Mr. Abcd may tend to keep others at a distance, yet feel rather insecure and dependent. A bipolar diagnosis is a possibility, and an antisocial personality disorder cannot be entirely ruled out either, though I am less confident that that is correct. The MMPI-2 Content Scale scores indicate some mild depression and family stressors, and the Supplementary Scales has a single clinical elevation on Addiction Admission, which is entirely consistent with his interview data. Posttraumatic stress scales are not elevated at a clear clinical level on the MMPI-2.,SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS:,
Psychiatry / Psychology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Sacro-iliitis (720.2), lumbo-sacral segmental dysfunction (739.3), thoraco-lumbar segmental dysfunction (739.2), associated with myalgia/fibromyositis (729.1).,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Sacro-iliitis (720.2), lumbo-sacral segmental dysfunction (739.3), thoraco-lumbar segmental dysfunction (739.2), associated with myalgia/fibromyositis (729.1).,ANESTHESIA: , Conscious Sedation.,INFORMED CONSENT: , After adequate explanation of the medical surgical and procedural options, this patient has decided to proceed with the recommended spinal Manipulation under Anesthesia (MUA). The patient has been informed that more than one procedure may be necessary to achieve the satisfactory results.,INDICATION:, This patient has failed extended conservative care of condition/dysfunction by means of aggressive physical medical and pharmacological intervention.,COMMENTS: , This patient understands the essence of the diagnosis and the reasons for the MUA- The associated risks of the procedure, including anesthesia complications, fracture, vascular accidents, disc herniation and post-procedure discomfort, were thoroughly discussed with the patient. Alternatives to the procedure, including the course of the condition without MUA, were discussed. The patient understands the chances of success from undergoing MUA and that no guarantees are made or implied regarding outcome. The patient has given both verbal and written informed consent for the listed procedure.,PROCEDURE IN DETAIL: , The patient was draped in the appropriate gowning and accompanied to the operative area. Following their sacral block injection, they were asked to lie supine on the operative table and they were placed on the appropriate monitors for this procedure. When the patient and I were ready, the anesthesiologist administered the appropriate medications to assist the patient into the twilight sedation using medication which allows the stretching, mobilization, and adjustments necessary for the completion of the outcome I desired.,THORACIC SPINE: , With the patient in the supine position on the operative table, the upper extremities were flexed at the elbow and crossed over the patient's chest to achieve maximum traction to the patient's thoracic spine. The first assistant held the patient's arms in the proper position and assisted in rolling the patient for the adjusting procedure. With the help of the first assist, the patient was rolled to their right side, selection was made for the contact point and the patient was rolled back over the doctor's hand. The elastic barrier of resistance was found, and a low velocity thrust was achieved using a specific closed reduction anterior to posterior/superior manipulative procedure. The procedure was completed at the level of TI-TI2. Cavitation was achieved.,LUMBAR SPINE/SACRO-ILIAC JOINTS:, With the patient supine on the procedure table, the primary physician addressed the patient's lower extremities which were elevated alternatively in a straight leg raising manner to approximately 90 degrees from the horizontal. Linear force was used to increase the hip flexion gradually during this maneuver. Simultaneously, the first assist physician applied a myofascial release technique to the calf and posterior thigh musculature. Each lower extremity was independently bent at the knee and tractioned cephalad in a neutral sagittal plane, lateral oblique cephalad traction, and medial oblique cephalad traction maneuver. The primary physician then approximated the opposite single knee from his position from neutral to medial slightly beyond the elastic barrier of resistance. (a piriformis myofascial release was accomplished at this time). This was repeated with the opposite lower extremity. Following this, a Patrick-Fabere maneuver was performed up to and slightly beyond the elastic barrier of resistance.,With the assisting physician stabling the pelvis and femoral head (as necessary), the primary physician extended the right lower extremity in the sagittal plane, and while applying controlled traction gradually stretched the para-articular holding elements of the right hip by means gradually describing an approximately 30-35 degree horizontal arc. The lower extremity was then tractioned, and straight caudal and internal rotation was accomplished. Using traction, the lower extremity was gradually stretched into a horizontal arch to approximately 30 degrees. This procedure was then repeated using external rotation to stretch the para-articular holding elements of the hips bilaterally. These procedures were then repeated on the opposite lower extremity.,By approximating the patient's knees to the abdomen in a knee-chest fashion (ankles crossed), the lumbo-pelvic musculature was stretched in the sagittal plane, by both the primary and first assist, contacting the base of the sacrum and raising the lower torso cephalad, resulting in passive flexion of the entire lumbar spine and its holding elements beyond the elastic barrier of resistance
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Partial rotator cuff tear, left shoulder.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Partial rotator cuff tear, left shoulder.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED:, Arthroscopy of the left shoulder with arthroscopic rotator cuff debridement, soft tissue decompression of the subacromial space of the left shoulder.,ANESTHESIA: ,Scalene block with general anesthesia.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: , 30 cc.,COMPLICATIONS: , None.,DISPOSITION: ,The patient went to the PACU stable.,GROSS OPERATIVE FINDINGS: , There was no overt pathology of the biceps tendon. There was some softening and loss of the articular cartilage over the glenoid. The labrum was ________ attached permanently to the glenoid. The biceps tendon was nonsubluxable. Upon ranging of the shoulder in internal and external rotation showed no evidence of rotator cuff tear on the articular side. Subacromial space did show excessive soft tissue causing some overstuffing of the subacromial space. There was reconstitution of the bursa noted as well.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:, This is a 51-year-old female had left shoulder pain of chronic nature who has had undergone prior rotator cuff debridement in May with partial pain relief and has had continued pain in the left shoulder. MRI shows partial rotator cuff tear.,PROCEDURE: , The patient was taken to the operating room and placed in a beachchair position. After all bony prominences were adequately padded, the head was placed in the headholder with no excessive extension in the neck on flexion. The left extremity was prepped and draped in usual fashion. The #18 gauge needles were inserted into the left shoulder to locate the AC joint, the lateral aspect of the acromion as well as the pass of the first trocar to enter the shoulder joint from the posterior aspect. We took an #11 blade scalpel and made a small 1-cm skin incision posteriorly approximately 4-cm inferior and medial to the lateral port of the acromion. A blunt trocar was used to bluntly cannulate the joint and we put the camera into the shoulder at that point of the joint and instilled sterile saline to distend the capsule and begin our arthroscopic assessment of the shoulder. A second port was established superior to the biceps tendon anteriorly under direct arthroscopic visualization using #11 blade on the skin and inserted bluntly the trocar and the cannula. The operative findings found intra-articularly were as described previously gross operative findings. We did not see any evidence of acute pathology. We then removed all the arthroscopic instruments as well as the trocars and tunneled subcutaneously into the subacromial space and reestablished the portal and camera and inflow with saline. The subacromial space was examined and found to have excessive soft tissue and bursa that was in the subacromial space that we debrided using arthroscopic shaver after establishing a lateral portal. All this was done and hemostasis was achieved. The rotator cuff was examined from the bursal side and showed no evidence of tears. There was some fraying out laterally near its attachment over the greater tuberosity, which was debrided with the arthroscopic shaver. We removed all of our instruments and suctioned the subacromial space dry. A #4-0 nylon was used on the three arthroscopic portal and on the skin we placed sterile dressing and the arm was placed in an arm sling. She was placed back on the gurney, extubated and taken to the PACU in stable condition.
Orthopedic
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Esophageal foreign body.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Esophageal foreign body, US penny.,PROCEDURE: , Esophagoscopy with foreign body removal.,ANESTHESIA: , General.,INDICATIONS: , The patient is a 17-month-old baby girl with biliary atresia, who had a delayed diagnosis and a late attempted Kasai portoenterostomy, which failed. The patient has progressive cholestatic jaundice and is on the liver transplant list at ABCD. The patient is fed by mouth and also with nasogastric enteral feeding supplements. She has had an __________ cough and relatively disinterested in oral intake for the past month. She was recently in the GI Clinic and an x-ray was ordered to check her tube placement and an incidental finding of a coin in the proximal esophagus was noted. Based on the history, it is quite possible this coin has been there close to a month. She is brought to the operating room now for attempted removal. I met with the parents and talked to them at length about the procedure and the increased risk in a child with a coin that has been in for a prolonged period of time. Hopefully, there will be no coin migration or significant irrigation that would require prolonged hospitalization.,OPERATIVE FINDINGS: , The patient had a penny lodged in the proximal esophagus in the typical location. There was no evidence of external migration and surrounding irritation was noted, but did not appear to be excessive. The coin actually came out with relative ease after which endoscopically identified.,DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION: , The patient came to the operating room and had induction of general anesthesia. She was slow to respond to the usual propofol and other inducing agents and may be has some difficulty with tolerance or __________ tolerance to these medications. After her endotracheal tube was placed and securely taped to the left side of her mouth, I positioned the patient with a prominent shoulder roll and neck hyperextension and then used the laryngoscope to elevate the tiny glottic mechanism. A rigid esophagoscope was then inserted into the proximal esophagus, and the scope was gradually advanced with the lumen directly in frontal view. This was facilitated by the nasoenteric feeding tube that was in place, which I followed carefully until the edge of the coin could be seen. At this location, there was quite a bit of surrounding mucosal inflammation, but the coin edge could be clearly seen and was secured with the coin grasping forceps. I then withdrew the scope, forceps, and the coin as one unit, and it was easily retrieved. The patient tolerated the procedure well. There were no intraoperative complications. There was only one single coin noted, and she was awakened and taken to the recovery room in good condition.
Gastroenterology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR CONSULT:, Altered mental status.,HPI:, The patient is 77-year-old Caucasian man with benign prostatic hypertrophy, status post cardiac transplant 10 years ago who was admitted to the Physical Medicine and Rehab Service for inpatient rehab after suffering a right cerebellar infarct last month. Last night, he became confused and he eloped from the unit. When he was found, he became combative. This a.m., he continued to be aggressive and required administration of four-point soft restraints in addition to Haldol 1 mg intramuscularly. There was also documentation of him having paranoid thoughts that his wife was going out spending his money instead of being with him in the hospital. Given this presentation, Psychiatry was consulted to evaluate and offer management recommendations.,The patient states that he does remember leaving the unit looking for his wife, but does not recall becoming combative, needing restrains and emergency medications. He reports feeling fine currently, denying any complaints. The patient's wife notes that her husband might be confused and disoriented due to being in the hospital environment. She admits that he has some difficulty with memory for sometime and becomes irritable when she is not around. However, he has never become as combative as he has this particular episode.,He negates any symptoms of depression or anxiety. He also denies any hallucinations or delusions. He endorses problems with insomnia. At home, he takes temazepam. His wife and son note that the temazepam makes him groggy and disoriented at times when he is at home.,PAST PSYCHIATRIC HISTORY:, He denies any prior psychiatric treatment or intervention. However, he was placed on Zoloft 10 years ago after his heart transplant, in addition to temazepam for insomnia. During this hospital course, he was started on Seroquel 20 mg p.o. q.h.s. in addition to Aricept 5 mg daily. He denies any history of suicidal or homicidal ideations or attempts.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:,1. Heart transplant in 1997.,2. History of abdominal aortic aneurysm repair.,3. Diverticulitis.,4. Cholecystectomy.,5. Benign prostatic hypertrophy.,ALLERGIES:, MORPHINE AND DEMEROL.,MEDICATIONS:,1. Seroquel 50 mg p.o. q.h.s., 25 mg p.o. q.a.m.,2. Imodium 2 mg p.o. p.r.n., loose stool.,3. Calcium carbonate with vitamin D 500 mg b.i.d.,4. Prednisone 5 mg p.o. daily.,5. Bactrim DS Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.,6. Flomax 0.4 mg p.o. daily.,7. Robitussin 5 mL every 6 hours as needed for cough.,8. Rapamune 2 mg p.o. daily.,9. Zoloft 50 mg p.o. daily.,10. B vitamin complex daily.,11. Colace 100 mg b.i.d.,12. Lipitor 20 mg p.o. q.h.s.,13. Plavix 75 mg p.o. daily.,14. Aricept 5 mg p.o. daily.,15. Pepcid 20 mg p.o. daily.,16. Norvasc 5 mg p.o. daily.,17. Aspirin 325 mg p.o. daily.,SOCIAL HISTORY:, The patient is a retired paster and missionary to Mexico. He is still actively involved in his church. He denies any history of alcohol or substance abuse.,MENTAL STATUS EXAMINATION:, He is an average-sized white male, casually dressed, with wife and son at bedside. He is pleasant and cooperative with good eye contact. He presents with paucity of speech content; however, with regular rate and rhythm. He is tremulous which is worse with posturing also some increased motor tone noted. There is no evidence of psychomotor agitation or retardation. His mood is euthymic and supple and reactive, appropriate to content with reactive affect appropriate to content. His thoughts are circumstantial but logical. He defers most of his responses to his wife. There is no evidence of suicidal or homicidal ideations. No presence of paranoid or bizarre delusions. He denies any perceptual abnormalities and does not appear to be responding to internal stimuli. His attention is fair and his concentration impaired. He is oriented x3 and his insight is fair. On mini-mental status examination, he has scored 22 out of 30. He lost 1 for time, lost 1 for immediate recall, lost 2 for delayed recall, lost 4 for reverse spelling and could not do serial 7s. On category fluency, he was able to name 17 animals in one minute. He was unable to draw clock showing 2 minutes after 10. His judgment seems limited.,LABORATORY DATA:, Calcium 8.5, magnesium 1.8, phosphorous 3, pre-albumin 27, PTT 24.8, PT 14.1, INR 1, white blood cell count 8.01, hemoglobin 11.5, hematocrit 35.2, and platelet count 255,000. Urinalysis on January 21, 2007, showed trace protein, trace glucose, trace blood, and small leukocyte esterase.,DIAGNOSTIC DATA:, MRI of brain with and without contrast done on January 21, 2007, showed hemorrhagic lesion in right cerebellar hemisphere with diffuse volume loss and chronic ischemic changes.,ASSESSMENT:,AXIS I:,1. Delirium resulting due to general medical condition versus benzodiazepine ,intoxication/withdrawal.,2. Cognitive disorder, not otherwise specified, would rule out vascular dementia.,3. Depressive disorder, not otherwise specified.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Right carotid stenosis.,2. Prior cerebrovascular accident.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Right carotid stenosis.,2. Prior cerebrovascular accident.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED: ,Right carotid endarterectomy with patch angioplasty.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: ,250 cc.,OPERATIVE FINDINGS: , The common and internal carotid arteries were opened. A high-grade narrowing was present at the proximal internal carotid and this tapered well to a slightly small diameter internal carotid. This was repaired with a Dacron patch and the patient tolerated this well under regional anesthetic without need for shunting.,PROCEDURE: ,The patient was taken to the operating room, placed in supine position, prepped and draped in the usual sterile manner with Betadine solution. Longitudinal incisions were made along the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid, carried down through subcutaneous fat and fascia. Hemostasis was obtained with electrocautery. The platysmal muscle was divided. The carotid sheath was identified and opened. The vagus nerve, ansa cervicalis, and hypoglossal nerves were identified and avoided. The common internal and external carotids were then freed from the surrounding tissue. At this point, 10,000 units of aqueous heparin were administered and allowed to take effect. The external and common carotids were then clamped. The patient's neurological status was evaluated and found to be unchanged from preoperative levels.,Once sufficient time had lapsed, we proceeded with the procedure. The carotid bulb was opened with a #11 blade and extended with Potts scissors through the very tight lesion into normal internal carotid. The plaque was then sharply excised proximally and an eversion endarterectomy was performed successfully at the external. The plaque tapered nicely on the internal and no tacking sutures were necessary. Heparinized saline was injected and no evidence of flapping or other debris was noted. The remaining carotid was examined under magnification, which showed no debris of flaps present. At this point, a Dacron patch was brought on to the field, cut to appropriate length and size, and anastomosed to the artery using #6-0 Prolene in a running fashion. Prior to the time of last stitch, the internal carotid was back-bled through this. The last stitch was tied. Hemostasis was excellent. The internal was again gently occluded while flow was restored to the common and external carotids for several moments and then flow was restored to the entire system. At this point, a total of 50 mg of Protamine was administered and allowed to take effect. Hemostasis was excellent. The wound was irrigated with antibiotic solution and closed in layers using #3-0 Vicryl and #4-0 undyed Vicryl. The patient was then taken to the recovery room in satisfactory condition after tolerating the procedure well. Sponge, needles, and instrument count were correct. Estimated blood loss was 250 cc.
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
DIAGNOSES PROBLEMS:,1. Orthostatic hypotension.,2. Bradycardia.,3. Diabetes.,4. Status post renal transplant secondary polycystic kidney disease in 1995.,5. Hypertension.,6. History of basal cell ganglia cerebrovascular event in 2004 with left residual.,7. History of renal osteodystrophy.,8. Iron deficiency anemia.,9. Cataract status post cataract surgery.,10. Chronic left lower extremity pain.,11. Hyperlipidemia.,12. Status post hysterectomy secondary to uterine fibroids.,PROCEDURES:, Telemetry monitoring.,HISTORY FINDINGS HOSPITAL COURSE: , The patient was originally hospitalized on 04/26/07, secondary to dizziness and disequilibrium. Extensive workup during her first hospitalization was all negative, but a prominent feature was her very blunted affect and real anhedonia. She was transferred briefly to Psychiatry, however, on the second day in Psychiatry, she became very orthostatic and was transferred acutely back to the medicine. She briefly was on Cymbalta; however, this was discontinued when she was transferred back. She was monitored back medicine for 24 hours and was given intravenous fluids and these were discontinued. She was able to maintain her pressures then was able to ambulate without difficulty. We had wanted to pursue workup for possible causes for autonomic dysfunction; however, the patient was not interested in remaining in the hospital anymore and left really against our recommendations.,DISCHARGE MEDICATIONS:,1. CellCept - 500 mg twice a daily.,2. Cyclosporine - 25 mg in the morning and 15 mg in the evening.,3. Prednisone - 5 mg once daily.,4. Hydralazine - 10 mg four times a day.,5. Pantoprazole - 40 mg once daily.,6. Glipizide - 5 mg every morning.,7. Aspirin - 81 mg once daily.,FOLLOWUP CARE: ,The patient is to follow up with Dr. X in about 1 week's time.
Office Notes
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Left renal mass, 5 cm in diameter.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Left renal mass, 5 cm in diameter.,OPERATION PERFORMED: , Left partial nephrectomy.,ANESTHESIA: , General with epidural.,COMPLICATIONS: , None.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: , About 350 mL.,REPLACEMENT: , Crystalloid and Cell Savers from the case.,INDICATIONS FOR SURGERY: ,This is a 64-year-old man with a left renal mass that was confirmed to be renal cell carcinoma by needle biopsy. Due to the peripheral nature of the tumor located in the mid to lower pole laterally, he has elected to undergo a partial nephrectomy. Potential complications include but are not limited to,,1. Infection.,2. Bleeding.,3. Postoperative pain.,4. Herniation from the incision.,PROCEDURE IN DETAIL:, Epidural anesthesia was administered in the holding area, after which the patient was transferred into the operating room. General endotracheal anesthesia was administered, after which the patient was positioned in the flank standard position. A left flank incision was made over the area of the twelfth rib. The subcutaneous space was opened by using the Bovie. The ribs were palpated clearly and the fascia overlying the intercostal space between the eleventh and twelfth rib was opened by using the Bovie. The fascial layer covering of the intercostal space was opened completely until the retroperitoneum was entered. Once the retroperitoneum had been entered, the incision was extended until the peritoneal envelope could be identified. The peritoneum was swept medially. The Finochietto retractor was then placed for exposure. The kidney was readily identified and was mobilized from outside Gerota's fascia. The ureter was dissected out easily and was separated with a vessel loop. The superior aspect of the kidney was mobilized from the superior attachment. The pedicle of the left kidney was completely dissected revealing the vein and the artery. The artery was a single artery and was dissected easily by using a right-angle clamp. A vessel loop was placed around the renal artery. The tumor could be easily palpated in the lateral lower pole to mid pole of the left kidney. The Gerota's fascia overlying that portion of the kidney was opened in the area circumferential to the tumor. Once the renal capsule had been identified, the capsule was scored using a Bovie about 0.5 cm lateral to the border of the tumor. Bulldog clamp was then placed on the renal artery. The tumor was then bluntly dissected off of the kidney with a thin rim of a normal renal cortex. This was performed by using the blunted end of the scalpel. The tumor was removed easily. The argon beam coagulation device was then utilized to coagulate the base of the resection. The visible larger bleeding vessels were oversewn by using 4-0 Vicryl suture. The edges of the kidney were then reapproximated by using 2-0 Vicryl suture with pledgets at the ends of the sutures to prevent the sutures from pulling through. Two horizontal mattress sutures were placed and were tied down. The Gerota's fascia was then also closed by using 2-0 Vicryl suture. The area of the kidney at the base was covered with Surgicel prior to tying the sutures. The bulldog clamp was removed and perfect hemostasis was evident. There was no evidence of violation into the calyceal system. A 19-French Blake drain was placed in the inferior aspect of the kidney exiting the left flank inferior to the incision. The drain was anchored by using silk sutures. The flank fascial layers were closed in three separate layers in the more medial aspect. The lateral posterior aspect was closed in two separate layers using Vicryl sutures. The skin was finally reapproximated by using metallic clips. The patient tolerated the procedure well.
Nephrology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
EXAM: , Digital screening mammogram.,HISTORY:, 51-year-old female presents for screening mammography. Patient denies personal history of breast cancer. Breast cancer was reported in her maternal aunt.,TECHNIQUE:, Craniocaudal and mediolateral oblique projections of bilateral breasts were obtained on mm/dd/yy. Comparison is made with the previous performed on mm/dd/yy. iCAD Second Look proprietary software was utilized.,FINDINGS: ,The breasts demonstrate a mixture of adipose and fibroglandular elements. Composition appears similar. Multiple tiny punctate benign-appearing calcifications are visualized bilaterally. No dominant mass, areas of architecture distortion, or malignant-type calcifications are seen. Skin overlying both breasts is unremarkable.,IMPRESSION: , Stable and benign mammographic findings. Continued yearly mammographic screening is recommended.,BIRADS Classification 2 - Benign,MAMMOGRAPHY INFORMATION:,1. A certain percentage of cancers, probably 10% to 15%, will not be identified by mammography.,2. Lack of radiographic evidence of malignancy should not delay a biopsy if a clinically suspicious mass is present.,3. These images were obtained with FDA-approved digital mammography equipment, and iCAD SecondLook Software Version 7.2 was utilized.
Obstetrics / Gynecology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Severe low back pain.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Severe low back pain.,OPERATIONS PERFORMED: , Anterior lumbar fusion, L4-L5, L5-S1, PEEK vertebral spacer, structural autograft from L5 vertebral body, BMP and anterior plate.,ANESTHESIA:, General endotracheal.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: , Less than 50 mL.,DRAINS:, None.,COMPLICATIONS: , None.,PATHOLOGICAL FINDINGS:, Dr. X made the approach and once we were at the L5-S1 disk space, we removed the disk and we placed a 13-mm PEEK vertebral spacer filled with a core of bone taken from the L5 vertebral body. This was filled with a 15 x 20-mm Chronos VerteFill tricalcium phosphate plug. At L4-L5, we used a 13-mm PEEK vertebral spacer with structural autograft and BMP, and then we placed a two-level 87-mm Integra sacral plate with 28 x 6-mm screws, two each at L4 and L5 and 36 x 6-mm screws at S1.,OPERATION IN DETAIL:, The patient was placed under general endotracheal anesthesia. The abdomen was prepped and draped in the usual fashion. Dr. X made the approach, and once the L5-S1 disk space was identified, we incised this with a knife and then removed a large core of bone taking rotating cutters. I was able to remove additional disk space and score the vertebral bodies. The rest of the disk removal was done with the curette, scraping the endplates. I tried various sized spacers, and at this point, we exposed the L5 body and took a dowel from the body and filled the hole with a 15 x 20-mm Chronos VerteFill tricalcium phosphate plug. Half of this was used to fill the spacer at L5-S1, BMP was placed in the spacer as well and then it was tapped into place. We then moved the vessels over the opposite way approaching the L4-L5 disk space laterally, and the disk was removed in a similar fashion and we also used a 13-mm PEEK vertebral spacer, but this is the variety that we could put in from one side. This was filled with bone and BMP as well. Once this was done, we were able to place an 87-mm Integra sacral plate down over the three vertebral bodies and place these screws. Following this, bleeding points were controlled and Dr. X proceeded with the closure of the abdomen.,SUMMARY: , This is a 51-year-old man who reports 15-year history of low back pain and intermittent bilateral leg pain and achiness. He has tried multiple conservative treatments including physical therapy, epidural steroid injections, etc. MRI scan shows a very degenerated disk at L5-S1, less so at L3-L4 and L4-L5. A discogram was positive with the lower 3 levels, but he has pain, which starts below the iliac crest and I feel that the L3-L4 disk is probably that symptomatic. An anterior lumbar interbody fusion was suggested. Procedure, risks, and complications were explained.
Neurosurgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES: , Erythema of the right knee and leg, possible septic knee.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:, Erythema of the right knee superficial and leg, right septic knee ruled out.,INDICATIONS: , Mr. ABC is a 52-year-old male who has had approximately eight days of erythema over his knee. He has been to multiple institutions as an outpatient for this complaint. He has had what appears to be prepatellar bursa aspirated with little to no success. He has been treated with Kefzol and 1 g of Rocephin one point. He also reports, in the emergency department today, an attempt was made to aspirate his actual knee joint which was unsuccessful. Orthopedic Surgery was consulted at this time. Considering the patient's physical exam, there is a portal that would prove to be outside of the erythema that would be useful for aspiration of the knee. After discussion of risks and benefits, the patient elected to proceed with aspiration through the anterolateral portal of his knee joint.,PROCEDURE: ,The patient's right anterolateral knee area was prepped with Betadine times two and a 20-gauge spinal needle was used to approach the knee joint approximately 3 cm anterior and 2 cm lateral to the superolateral pole of the patella. The 20-gauge spinal needle was inserted and entered the knee joint. Approximately, 4 cc of clear yellow fluid was aspirated. The patient tolerated the procedure well.,DISPOSITION: , Based upon the appearance of this synovial fluid, we have a very low clinical suspicion of a septic joint. We will send this fluid to the lab for cell count, crystal exam, as well as culture and Gram stain. We will follow these results. After discussion with the emergency department staff, it appears that they tend to try to treat his erythema which appears to be cellulitis with IV antibiotics.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Bilateral pleural effusion.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Bilateral pleural effusion.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED: ,Removal of bilateral #32-French chest tubes with closure of wound.,COMPLICATIONS:, None.,INDICATIONS FOR PROCEDURE: , The patient is a 66-year-old African-American male who has been in the intensive care unit for over a month with bilateral chest tubes for chronic draining pleural effusions with serous drainage. A decision was made to proceed with removal of these chest tubes and because of the fistulous tracts, this necessitated to close the wounds with sutures. The patient was agreeable to proceed.,OPERATIVE PROCEDURE: ,The patient was prepped and draped at the bedside over both chest tube sites. The pressures applied over the sites and the skin was closed with interrupted #3-0 Ethilon sutures. The skin was then cleansed and Vaseline occlusive dressing was applied over the sites. The same procedure was performed on the other side. The chest tubes were removed on full inspiration. Vital signs remained stable throughout the procedure. The patient will remain in the intensive care unit for continued monitoring.,
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
HISTORY: , A 59-year-old male presents in followup after being evaluated and treated as an in-patient by Dr. X for acute supraglottitis with airway obstruction and parapharyngeal cellulitis and peritonsillar cellulitis, admitted on 05/23/2008, discharged on 05/24/2008. Please refer to chart for history and physical and review of systems and medical record.,PROCEDURES PERFORMED: ,Fiberoptic laryngoscopy identifying about 30% positive Muller maneuver. No supraglottic edema; +2/4 tonsils with small tonsil cyst, mid tonsil, left.,IMPRESSION: ,1. Resolving acute supraglottic edema secondary to pharyngitis and tonsillar cellulitis.,2. Possible obstructive sleep apnea; however, the patient describes no known history of this phenomenon.,3. Hypercholesterolemia.,4. History of anxiety.,5. History of coronary artery disease.,6. Hypertension.,RECOMMENDATIONS: , Recommend continuing on Augmentin and tapered prednisone as prescribed by Dr. X. Cultures are still pending and follow up with Dr. X in the next few weeks for re-evaluation. I did discuss with the patient whether or not a sleep study would be beneficial and the patient denies any history of obstructive sleep apnea and wishes not to pursue this, but we will leave this open for him to talk with Dr. X on his followup, and he will pay more attention on his sleep pattern.
ENT - Otolaryngology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Congenital bilateral esotropia, 42 prism diopters.,PROCEDURE:, Bilateral rectus recession with the microscopic control, 8 mm, both eyes.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Congenital bilateral esotropia, 42 prism diopters.,COMPLICATIONS:, None.,PROCEDURE IN DETAIL: , The patient was taken to the Surgery Room and placed in the supine position. The general anesthesia was achieved with intubation with no problems. Both eyes were prepped and draped in usual manner. The attention was turned the right eye and a hole was made in the drape and a self-retaining eye speculum was placed ensuring eyelash in the eye drape. The microscope was focused on the palpebral limbus and the eyeball was rotated medially and laterally with no problem. The eyeball rotated medially and upwards by holding the limbus at 7 o'clock position. Inferior fornix conjunctival incision was made and Tenons capsule buttonholed. The lateral rectus muscle was engaged over the muscle hook and the Tenons capsule was retracted with the tip of the muscle hook. The Tenons capsule was buttonholed. The tip of the muscle hook and Tenons capsule was cleaned from the insertion of the muscle. __________ extension of the muscle was excised. The 7-0 Vicryl sutures were placed at the insertion of the muscle and double locked at the upper and lower borders. The muscle was disinserted from original insertion. The suture was passed 8 mm posterior to the insertion of the muscle in double sewed fashion. The suture was pulled, tied, and cut. The muscle was in good position. The conjunctiva was closed with 7-0 Vicryl suture in running fashion. The suture was pulled, tied, and cut. The eye speculum was taken out.,Similar procedure performed on the left rectus muscle and it was recessed by 8 mm from its original insertion. The suture was pulled, tied and cut. The eye speculum was taken out after the conjunctiva was sewed up and the suture was cut. TobraDex eye drops were instilled in both eyes and the patient extubated and was in good condition. To be seen in the office in 1 week.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
Dear Sample Doctor:,Thank you for referring Mr. Sample Patient for cardiac evaluation. This is a 67-year-old, obese male who has a history of therapy-controlled hypertension, borderline diabetes, and obesity. He has a family history of coronary heart disease but denies any symptoms of angina pectoris or effort intolerance. Specifically, no chest discomfort of any kind, no dyspnea on exertion unless extreme exertion is performed, no orthopnea or PND. He is known to have a mother with coronary heart disease. He has never been a smoker. He has never had a syncopal episode, MI, or CVA. He had his gallbladder removed. No bleeding tendencies. No history of DVT or pulmonary embolism. The patient is retired, rarely consumes alcohol and consumes coffee moderately. He apparently has a sleep disorder, according to his wife (not in the office), the patient snores and stops breathing during sleep. He is allergic to codeine and aspirin (angioedema).,Physical exam revealed a middle-aged man weighing 283 pounds for a height of 5 feet 11 inches. His heart rate was 98 beats per minute and regular. His blood pressure was 140/80 mmHg in the right arm in a sitting position and 150/80 mmHg in a standing position. He is in no distress. Venous pressure is normal. Carotid pulsations are normal without bruits. The lungs are clear. Cardiac exam was normal. The abdomen was obese and organomegaly was not palpated. There were no pulsatile masses or bruits. The femoral pulses were 3+ in character with a symmetrical distribution and dorsalis pedis and posterior tibiales were 3+ in character. There was no peripheral edema. ,He had a chemistry profile, which suggests diabetes mellitus with a fasting blood sugar of 136 mg/dl. Renal function was normal. His lipid profile showed a slight increase in triglycerides with normal total cholesterol and HDL and an acceptable range of LDL. His sodium was a little bit increased. His A1c hemoglobin was increased. He had a spirometry, which was reported as normal. ,He had a resting electrocardiogram on December 20, 2002, which was also normal. He had a treadmill Cardiolite, which was performed only to stage 2 and was terminated by the supervising physician when the patient achieved 90% of the predicted maximum heart rate. There were no symptoms or ischemia by EKG. There was some suggestion of inferior wall ischemia with normal wall motion by Cardiolite imaging.,In summary, we have a 67-year-old gentleman with risk factors for coronary heart disease. I am concerned with possible diabetes and a likely metabolic syndrome of this gentleman with truncal obesity, hypertension, possible insulin resistance, and some degree of fasting hyperglycemia, as well as slight triglyceride elevation. He denies any symptoms of coronary heart disease, but he probably has some degree of coronary atherosclerosis, possibly affecting the inferior wall by functional testings. ,In view of the absence of symptoms, medical therapy is indicated at the present time, with very aggressive risk factor modification. I explained and discussed extensively with the patient, the benefits of regular exercise and a walking program was given to the patient. He also should start aggressively losing weight. I have requested additional testing today, which will include an apolipoprotein B, LPa lipoprotein, as well as homocystine, and cardio CRP to further assess his risk of atherosclerosis. ,In terms of medication, I have changed his verapamil for a long acting beta-blocker, he should continue on an ACE inhibitor and his Plavix. The patient is allergic to aspirin. I also will probably start him on a statin, if any of the studies that I have recommended come back abnormal and furthermore, if he is confirmed to have diabetes. Along this line, perhaps, we should consider obtaining the advice of an endocrinologist to decide whether this gentleman needs treatment for diabetes, which I believe he should. This, however, I will leave entirely up to you to decide. If indeed, he is considered to be a diabetic, a much more aggressive program should be entertained for reducing the risks of atherosclerosis in general, and coronary artery disease in particular.,I do not find an indication at this point in time to proceed with any further testing, such as coronary angiography, in the absence of symptoms.,If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to let me know.,Thank you once again for this kind referral.,Sincerely,,Sample Doctor, M.D.
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR REFERRAL:, The patient is a 76-year-old Caucasian gentleman who works full-time as a tax attorney. He was referred for a neuropsychological evaluation by Dr. X after a recent hospitalization for possible transient ischemic aphasia. Two years ago, a similar prolonged confusional spell was reported as well. A comprehensive evaluation was requested to assess current cognitive functioning and assist with diagnostic decisions and treatment planning.,RELEVANT BACKGROUND INFORMATION: , Historical information was obtained from a review of available medical records and clinical interview with the patient. A summary of pertinent information is presented below. Please refer to the patient's medical chart for a more complete history.,HISTORY OF PRESENTING PROBLEM: , The patient was brought to the Hospital Emergency Department on 09/30/09 after experiencing an episode of confusion for which he has no recall the previous day. He has no recollection of the event. The following information is obtained from his medical record. On 09/29/09, he reportedly went to a five-hour meeting and stated several times "I do not feel well" and looked "glazed." He does not remember anything from midmorning until the middle of the night and when his wife came home, she found him in bed at 6 p.m., which is reportedly unusual. She thought he was warm and had chills. He later returned to his baseline. He was seen by Dr. X in the hospital on 09/30/09 and reported to him at that time that he felt that he had returned entirely to baseline. His neurological exam at that time was unremarkable aside from missing one of three items on recall for the Mini-Mental Status Examination. Due to mild memory complaints from himself and his wife, he was referred for more extensive neuropsychological testing. Note that reportedly when his wife found him in bed, he was shaking and feeling nauseated, somewhat clammy and kept saying that he could not remember anything and he was repeating himself, asking the same questions in an agitated way, so she brought him to the emergency room. The patient had an episode two years ago of transient loss of memory during which he was staring blankly while sitting at his desk at work and the episode lasted approximately two hours. He was hospitalized at Hospital at that time as well and evaluation included negative EEG, MRI showing mild atrophy, and a neurological consultation, which did not result in a specific diagnosis, but during this episode he was also reportedly nauseous. He was also reportedly amnestic for this episode.,In 2004, he had a sense of a funny feeling in his neck and electrodes in his head and had an MRI at that time which showed some small vessel changes.,During this interview, the patient reported that other than a coworker noticing a few careless errors in his completion of some documents and his wife reporting some mild memory changes that he had not noticed any significant decline. He thought that his memory abilities were similar to those of his peers of his same age. When I asked about this episode, he said he had no recall of it at all and that he "felt fine the whole time." He appeared to be somewhat questioning of the validity of reports that he was amnestic and confused at that time. So, The patient reported some age related "memory lapses" such as going into a room and forgetting why, sometimes putting something down and forgetting where he had put it. However, he reported that these were entirely within normal expectations and he denied any type of impairment in his ability to continue to work full-time as a tax attorney other than his wife and one coworker, he had not received any feedback from his children or friends of any problems. He denied any missed appointments, any difficulty scheduling and maintaining appointments. He does not have to recheck information for errors. He is able to complete tasks in the same amount of time as he always has. He reported that he has not made additional errors in tasks that he completed. He said he does write everything down, but has always done things that way. He reported that he works in a position that requires a high level of attentiveness and knowledge and that will become obvious very quickly if he was having difficulties or making mistakes. He did report some age related changes in attention as well, although very mild and he thought these were normal and not more than he would expect for his age. He remains completely independent in his ADLs. He denied any difficulty with driving or maintaining any activities that he had always participated in. He is also able to handle their finances. He did report significant stress recently particularly in relation to his work environment.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:, Includes coronary artery disease, status post CABG in 1991, radical prostate cancer, status post radical prostatectomy, nephrectomy for the same cancer, hypertension, lumbar surgery done twice previously, lumbar stenosis many years ago in the 1960s and 1970s, now followed by Dr. Y with another lumbar surgery scheduled to be done shortly after this evaluation, and hyperlipidemia. Note that due to back pain, he had been taking Percocet daily prior to his hospitalization.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS: , Celebrex 200 mg, levothyroxine 0.025 mg, Vytorin 10/40 mg, lisinopril 10 mg, Coreg 10 mg, glucosamine with chondroitin, prostate 2.2, aspirin 81 mg, and laxative stimulant or stool softener. Note that medical records say that he was supposed to be taking Lipitor 40 mg, but it is not clear if he was doing so and also there was no specific reason found for why he was taking the levothyroxine.,OTHER MEDICAL HISTORY: , Surgical history is significant for hernia repair in 2007 as well. The patient reported drinking an occasional glass of wine approximately two days of the week. He quit smoking cigarettes 25 to 30 years ago and he was diagnosed with cancer. He denied any illicit drug use. Please add that his prostatectomy was done in 1993 and nephrectomy in 1983 for carcinoma. He also had right carpal tunnel surgery in 2005 and has cholelithiasis. Upon discharge from the hospital, the patient's sleep deprived EEG was recommended.,MRI completed on 09/30/09 showed "mild cerebral and cerebellar atrophy with no significant interval change from a prior study dated June 15, 2007. No evidence of acute intracranial processes identified. CT scan was also unremarkable showing only mild cerebral and cerebellar atrophy. EEG was negative. Deferential diagnosis was transient global amnesia versus possible seizure disorder. Note that he also reportedly has some hearing changes, but has not followed up with an evaluation for hearing aid.,FAMILY MEDICAL HISTORY:, Reportedly significant for TIAs in his mother, although the patient did not report this during our evaluation and so that she had no memory problems or dementia when she passed away of old age at the age of 85. In addition, his father had a history of heart disease and passed away at the age of 75. He has one sister with diabetes and thought his mom might have had diabetes as well.,SOCIAL HISTORY:, The patient obtained a law degree from the University of Baltimore. He did not complete his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland because he was able to transfer his credits in order to attend law school at that time. He reported that he did not obtain very good grades until he reached law school, at which point he graduated in the top 10 of his class and had no problem passing the Bar. He thought that effort and motivation were important to his success in his school and he had not felt very motivated previously. He reported that he repeated math classes "every year of school" and attended summer school every year due to that. He has worked as a tax attorney for the past 48 years and reported having a thriving practice with clients all across the country. He served also in the U.S. Coast Guard between 1951 and 1953. He has been married for the past 36 years to his wife, Linda, who is a homemaker. They have four children and he reported having good relationship with them. He described being very active. He goes for dancing four to five times a week, swims daily, plays golf regularly and spends significant amounts of time socializing with friends.,PSYCHIATRIC HISTORY: , The patient denied any history of psychological or psychiatric treatment. He reported that some stressors occasionally contribute to mildly low mood at this time, but that these are transient.,TASKS ADMINISTERED:,Clinical Interview,Adult History Questionnaire,Wechsler Test of Adult Reading (WTAR),Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE),Cognistat Neurobehavioral Cognitive Status Examination,Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status (RBANS; Form XX),Mattis Dementia Rating Scale, 2nd Edition (DRS-2),Neuropsychological Assessment Battery (NAB),Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Third Edition (WAIS-III),Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Fourth Edition (WAIS-IV),Wechsler Abbreviated Scale of Intelligence (WASI),Test of Variables of Attention (TOVA),Auditory Consonant Trigrams (ACT),Paced Auditory Serial Addition Test (PASAT),Ruff 2 & 7 Selective Attention Test,Symbol Digit Modalities Test (SDMT),Multilingual Aphasia Examination, Second Edition (MAE-II), Token Test, Sentence Repetition, Visual Naming, Controlled Oral Word Association, Spelling Test, Aural Comprehension, Reading Comprehension,Boston Naming Test, Second Edition (BNT-2),Animal Naming Test
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
CHIEF COMPLAINT: , The patient is here for followup visit and chemotherapy.,DIAGNOSES:,1. Posttransplant lymphoproliferative disorder.,2. Chronic renal insufficiency.,3. Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin.,4. Anemia secondary to chronic renal insufficiency and chemotherapy.,5. Hypertension.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , A 51-year-old white male diagnosed with PTLD in latter half of 2007. He presented with symptoms of increasing adenopathy, abdominal pain, weight loss, and anorexia. He did not seek medical attention immediately. He was finally hospitalized by the renal transplant service and underwent a lymph node biopsy in the groin, which showed diagnosis of large cell lymphoma. He was discussed at the hematopathology conference. Chemotherapy with rituximab plus cyclophosphamide, daunorubicin, vincristine, and prednisone was started. First cycle of chemotherapy was complicated by sepsis despite growth factor support. He also appeared to have become disoriented either secondary to sepsis or steroid therapy.,The patient has received 5 cycles of chemotherapy to date. He did not keep his appointment for a PET scan after 3 cycles because he was not feeling well. His therapy has been interrupted for infection related to squamous cell cancer, skin surgery as well as complaints of chest infection.,The patient is here for the sixth and final cycle of chemotherapy. He states he feels well. He denies any nausea, vomiting, cough, shortness of breath, chest pain or fatigue. He denies any tingling or numbness in his fingers. Review of systems is otherwise entirely negative.,Performance status on the ECOG scale is 1.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:,VITAL SIGNS: He is afebrile. Blood pressure 161/80, pulse 65, weight 71.5 kg, which is essentially unchanged from his prior visit. There is mild pallor noted. There is no icterus, adenopathy or petechiae noted. CHEST: Clear to auscultation. CARDIOVASCULAR: S1 and S2 normal with regular rate and rhythm. Systolic flow murmur is best heard in the pulmonary area. ABDOMEN: Soft and nontender with no organomegaly. Renal transplant is noted in the right lower quadrant with a scar present. EXTREMITIES: Reveal no edema.,LABORATORY DATA: , CBC from today shows white count of 9.6 with a normal differential, ANC of 7400, hemoglobin 8.9, hematocrit 26.5 with an MCV of 109, and platelet count of 220,000.,ASSESSMENT AND PLAN:,1. Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma following transplantation. The patient is to receive his sixth and final cycle of chemotherapy today. PET scan has been ordered to be done within 2 weeks. He will see me back for the visit in 3 weeks with CBC, CMP, and LDH.,2. Chronic renal insufficiency.,3. Anemia secondary to chronic renal failure and chemotherapy. He is to continue on his regimen of growth factor support.,4. Hypertension. This is elevated today because he held his meds because he is getting rituximab other than that this is well controlled. His CMP is pending from today.,5. Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin. The scalp is well healed. He still has an open wound on the right posterior aspect of his trunk. This has no active drainage, but it is yet to heal. This probably will heal by secondary intention once chemotherapy is finished. Prescription for prednisone as part of his chemotherapy has been given to him.
Hematology - Oncology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
The patient's home regimen includes Duragesic patch at 125 mcg every 3 days. She is currently on a Dilaudid PCA of 1 mg every 10 minutes lockout, Dilaudid boluses 2 mg q.3 h. p.r.n., Ativan 2 mg q.4 h., Tylenol per rectum. The patient was offered multiple procedures to help with her abdominal pain including a thoracic epidural placement for sympathetic block for pain control and a celiac plexuses/neurolytic block. The patient's family and she will continue to think about these pain procedures and let us know if they are interested in either. For the moment, we will not make any further recommendations on her current medical management. We did ask Dr. X, a psychiatrist, who works for the Pain Service to come in and see Ms. A as anxiety is a large component of her suffering at this time.,
SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PROCEDURE PERFORMED: , Laparoscopic cholecystectomy.,PROCEDURE: ,After informed consent was obtained, the patient was brought to the operating room and placed supine on the operating room table. General endotracheal anesthesia was induced without incident. The patient was prepped and draped in the usual sterile manner.,A 2 cm infraumbilical midline incision was made. The fascia was then cleared of subcutaneous tissue using a tonsil clamp. A 1-2 cm incision was then made in the fascia, gaining entry into the abdominal cavity without incident. Two sutures of 0 Vicryl were then placed superiorly and inferiorly in the fascia, and then tied to the special 12 mm Hasson trocar fitted with a funnel-shaped adapter in order to occlude the fascial opening. Pneumoperitoneum was then established using carbon dioxide insufflation to a steady pressure of 16 mmHg.,The remaining trocars were then placed into the abdomen under direct vision of the 30 degree laparoscope taking care to make the incisions along Langer's lines, spreading the subcutaneous tissues with a tonsil clamp, and confirming the entry site by depressing the abdominal wall prior to insertion of the trocar. A total of 3 other trocars were placed. The first was a 10/11 mm trocar in the upper midline position. The second was a 5 mm trocar placed in the anterior iliac spine. The third was a 5 mm trocar placed to bisect the distance between the second and upper midline trocars. All of the trocars were placed without difficulty.,The patient was then placed in reverse Trendelenburg position and was rotated slightly to the left. The gallbladder was then grasped through the second and third trocars and retracted cephalad toward the right shoulder. A laparoscopic dissector was then placed through the upper midline cannula, fitted with a reducer, and the structures within the triangle of Calot were meticulously dissected free.,A laparoscopic clip applier was introduced through the upper midline cannula and used to doubly ligate the cystic duct proximally and distally. The duct was divided between the clips. The clips were carefully placed to avoid occluding the juncture with the common bile duct. The cystic artery was found medially and slightly posterior to the cystic duct. It was carefully dissected free from its surrounding tissues. A laparoscopic clip applier was introduced through the upper midline cannula and used to doubly ligate the cystic artery proximally and distally. The artery was divided between the clips. The 2 midline port sites were injected with 5% Marcaine.,After the complete detachment of the gallbladder from the liver, the video laparoscope was removed and placed through the upper 10/11 mm cannula. The neck of the gallbladder was grasped with a large penetrating forceps placed through the umbilical 12 mm Hasson cannula. As the gallbladder was pulled through the umbilical fascial defect, the entire sheath and forceps were removed from the abdomen. The neck of the gallbladder was removed from the abdomen. Following gallbladder removal, the remaining carbon dioxide was expelled from the abdomen.,Both midline fascial defects were then approximated using 0 Vicryl suture. All skin incisions were approximated with 4-0 Vicryl in a subcuticular fashion. The skin was prepped with benzoin, and Steri-Strips were applied. Dressings were applied. All surgical counts were reported as correct.,Having tolerated the procedure well, the patient was subsequently extubated and taken to the recovery room in good and stable condition.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:, Patient is a 50-year-old white male complaining of continued lower back pain. Patient has a history of chronic back pain, dating back to an accident that he states he suffered two years ago. He states he helped a friend unload a motorcycle from a vehicle two-and-a-half days ago, after which he "felt it" in his lower back. The following day (two days ago), he states he rode to Massachusetts and Maine to pick up clients. He feels that this aggravated his chronic back pain as well. He also claims to have a screw in his right hip from a previous surgery to repair a pelvic fracture. He is being prescribed Ultram, Celebrex, gabapentin, and amitriptyline by his PCP for his chronic back pain. He states that his PCP has informed him that he does not prescribe opiate medications for chronic back pain.,The patient did self-refer to another physician, who suggested that he follow up at a pain clinic for his chronic back pain to discuss other alternatives, particularly the medications that the patient feels that he needs. Patient states he did not do this because he was feeling well at that time.,The patient did present to our emergency room last night, at which time he saw Dr. X. He was given a prescription for 12 Vicodin as well as some to take home last night. The patient has not picked up his prescription as of yet and informed the triage nurse that he was concerned that he would not have enough to last through the weekend. Patient states he also has methadone and Darvocet at home from previous prescription and is wondering if he should restart these medicines. He is on several medications, the list of which is attached to the chart.,MEDICATIONS: , In addition to the aforementioned medications, he is on Cymbalta, pantoprazole, and a multivitamin.,ALLERGIES:, HE IS ALLERGIC TO RELAFEN (ITCHING).,SOCIAL HISTORY: , The patient is married and lives with his wife.,Nursing notes were reviewed with which I agree.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION,VITAL SIGNS: Pulse is elevated at 105. Temp and other vitals signs are all within normal limits.,GENERAL: Patient is a middle-aged white male who is sitting on the stretcher in no acute distress.,BACK: Exam of the back shows some generalized tenderness on palpation of the musculature surrounding the lumbar spine, more so on the right than on the left. There is a well-healed upper lumbar incision from his previous L1-L2 fusion. There is no erythema, ecchymosis, or soft-tissue swelling. Mobility is generally very good without obvious signs of discomfort.,HEART: Regular rate and rhythm without murmurs, rubs, or gallops.,LUNGS: Clear without rales, rhonchi, or wheezes.,MUSCULOSKELETAL: With the patient supine, there is some discomfort in the lower back with bent-knee flexion of both hips as well as with straight leg abduction of the left leg. There is some mild discomfort on internal and external rotation of the hips as well. DTRs are 1+ at the knees and trace at the ankles.,I explained to the patient that he is suffering from a chronic condition and as his PCP has made it clear that he is unwilling to prescribe opiate medication, which the patient feels that he needs, and he is obligated to follow up at the pain clinic as suggested by the other physician even if he is having a "good day." I explained to him that if he did not investigate other alternatives to what his PCP is willing to prescribe, then on a "bad day," he will have nowhere else to turn. I explained to him that some emergency physicians do chose to use opiates for a short term as Dr. X did last night. It is unclear if the patient is looking for a different opiate medication, but I do not think it is wise to give him more, particularly as he has not even filled the prescription that was given to him last night. I did suggest that he not restart his methadone and Darvocet at this time as he is already on five different medications for his back (Celebrex, tramadol, amitriptyline, gabapentin, and the Vicodin that he was given last night). I did suggest that we could try a different anti-inflammatory if he felt that the Celebrex is not helping. The patient is agreeable to this.,ASSESSMENT,1. Lumbar muscle strain.,2. Chronic back pain.,PLAN: , At this point in time, I felt that it was safe for the patient to transition to heat to his back which he may use as often as possible. Rx for Voltaren 75 mg tabs, dispensed 20, sig. one p.o. q.12h. for pain instead of Celebrex. He may continue with his other medications as directed but not the methadone or Darvocet. I did urge him to reschedule his pain clinic appointment as he was urged to do originally. If unimproved this week, he should follow up with Dr. Y.
Orthopedic
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
INTRODUCTION: , The opinions expressed in this report are those of the physician. The opinions do not reflect the opinions of Evergreen Medical Panel, Inc. The claimant was informed that this examination was at the request of the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I). The claimant was also informed that a written report would be sent to L&I, as requested in the assignment letter from the claims manager. The claimant was also informed that the examination was for evaluative purposes only, intended to address specific injuries or conditions as outlined by L&I, and was not intended as a general medical examination.,CHIEF COMPLAINTS: , This 51-year-old married male presents complaining of some right periscapular discomfort, some occasional neck stiffness, and some intermittent discomfort in his low back relative to an industrial fall that occurred on November 20, 2008.,HISTORY OF INDUSTRIAL INJURY:, This patient was injured on November 20, 2008. He works at the Purdy Correctional Facility and an inmate had broken some overhead sprinklers, the floor was thus covered with water and the patient slipped landing on the back of his head, then on his back. The patient said he primarily landed on the left side. After the accident he states that he was generally stun and someone at the institute advised him to be evaluated. He went to a Gig Harbor urgent care facility and they sent him on to Tacoma General Hospital. At the Tacoma General, he indicates that a whiplash and a concussion were diagnosed and it was advised that he have a CT scan. The patient describes that he had a brain CT and a dark spot was found. It was recommended that he have a followup MRI and this was done locally and showed a recurrent acoustic neuroma. Before, when the patient initially had developed an acoustic neuroma, the chiropractor had seen the patient and suggested that he have a scan and this was how his original acoustic neuroma was diagnosed back in October 2005. The patient has been receiving adjustments by the chiropractor since and he also has had a few massage treatments. Overall his spine complaints have improved substantially.,After the fall, he also saw at Prompt Care in the general Bremerton area, XYZ, an Osteopathic Physician and she examined him and released him full duty and also got an orthopedic consult from XYZ. She ordered an MRI of his neck. Cervically this showed that he had a mild disc bulge at C4-C5, but this actually was the same test that diagnosed a recurrent acoustic neuroma and the patient now is just recovering from neurosurgical treatment for this recurrent acoustic neuroma and some radiation is planned.,Since 2002 the patient has been seeing the chiropractor, XYZ for general aches and pain and this has included some treatments on his back and neck.,CURRENT SYMPTOMS: ,The patient describes his current pain as being intermittent.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:,Illnesses: The patient had a diagnosis in 2005 of an acoustic neuroma. It was benign, but treated neurosurgically. In February 2004 and again in August 2009 he has had additional treatments for recurrence and he currently has some skull markers in place because radiation is planned as a followup, although the tumor was still indicated to be benign.,Operations: He has a history of an old mastoidectomy. He has a past history of removal of an acoustic neuroma in 2005 as noted.,Medications: The patient takes occasional Tylenol and occasional Aleve.,Substance Use:,Tobacco: He does not smoke cigarettes.,Alcohol: He drinks about five beers a week.,FAMILY HISTORY:, His father died of mesothelioma and his mother died of Lou Gehrig's disease.,SOCIOECONOMIC HISTORY:,Marital Status and Dependents: The patient has been married three times; longest marriage is of two years duration. He has two children. These dependents are ages 15 and twins and are his wife's dependents.,Education: The patient has bachelor's degree.,Military History: He served six years in the army and received an honorable discharge.,Work History: He has worked at Purdy Correctional Institute in Gig Harbor for 19 years.,CHART REVIEW: , Review of the chart indicates a date of injury of November 20, 2008. He was seen at Tacoma General Hospital with a diagnosis of head contusion and cervical strain. He had a CT of his head done because of a fall with possible loss of consciousness, which showed a left cerebellar hypodensity and further evaluation was recommended. He has a history of an old mastoidectomy. He was then seen on November 24, 2008 by XYZ at Prompt Care on November 24, 2008. There is no clearcut history that he had lost consciousness. He has a past history of removal of an acoustic neuroma in 2005 as noted. A diagnosis of concussion and cervical strain status post fall was made along with an underlying history of abnormal CT and previous resection of an acoustic neuroma. Some symptoms of loss of balance and confusion were noted. She recommended additional testing and neurologic evaluation.,The notes from the treating chiropractor begin on November 24, 2008. Adjustments are given to the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.,He was seen back by XYZ on December 9, 2008 and he had been released to full duties. It was recognized the new MRI suggested recurrence of the acoustic neuroma and he was advised to seek further care in this regard. There were some concerns of his feeling of being wobbly since the fall which might be related to the recurrent neuroma. He continued to have chiropractic adjustments. He was seen back at Prompt Care on January 8, 2009. Dr. X indicated that she thought most of his symptoms were related to the tumor, but that the cervical and thoracic stiffness were from the fall.,A followup note by his chiropractor on January 26, 2009 indicates that cervical x-rays have been taken and that continued chiropractic adjustments along with manual traction would be carried out.,On April 13, 2009, he was seen again at Prompt Care for his cervical and thoracic strain. He was indicated to be improving and there was suggestion that he has some physical therapy and an orthopedic consult was felt appropriate. Therapy was not carried out and obviously was then involved with the treatment of his recurrent neuroma.,On April 17, 2009, he was seen by Dr. X, another chiropractor for consultation and further chiropractic treatments were recommended based on cervical and thoracolumbar subluxation complexes and strain.,A repeat consult was carried out on April 29, 2009 by XYZ. He felt that this was hyperextension cervical injury. It might take a period of time to recover. He mentioned that the patient might have a slight ulnar neuropathy. He felt the patient was capable of full duty and the patient was at that time having ongoing treatment for his neuroma.,This concludes the chart review.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: , The patient is 6 feet in height, weighs 255 pounds.,Orthopedic Examination: He can walk with a normal gait, but he has, as indicated, a positive Romberg test and he himself has noticed that if he closes his eyes he loses his balance. Overall the patient is a seemingly good historian. There is a visible 3 cm scar at the left base of the neck near the hairline and there are multiple areas where his head has been shaved both anteriorly and posteriorly. These are secondary to drawing for the skull markers. There is a scar behind the patient's left ear from the original treatment of the acoustic neuroma. This was well healed. The patient can perform a toe-heel gait without difficulty. One visibly can see that he has some facial asymmetry and he indicates that the acoustic neuroma has caused some numbness in the left side of his face and also some asymmetry that is now recovering. The patient states he now thinks his recovery is going to get disregarded and that the facial asymmetry and numbness developed from the first surgery he had. The patient has a full range of motion in both of his shoulders. The patient has a full range of motion in his lumbar spine to include 90 degrees of forward bend, lateral bending of 30 degrees in either direction and extension of 10 degrees. There is full range of motion in the patient's cervical spine to include flexion of 50 degrees at which time he can touch his chin on his chest. He extends 40 degrees, laterally bends 30 degrees, and rotates to 80 degrees in either direction. There is slight tenderness on palpating over the right cervical musculature. There is no evidence of any cervical or lumbar muscle spasms. Reflexes in the upper extremities include 1+ biceps and triceps and 1+ brachioradialis. Knee jerks are 2+ and ankle jerks are 1+. Tinel's test was tested at the elbow, it is negative bilaterally with percussion; however, he has slight tingling bilaterally. The patient's grip tested with a Jamar dynamometer increases from 70 to 80 pounds bilaterally. Sensory testing of lower extremities reveal that the patient has slightly decreased sensation to sharp stimulus in his dorsal aspect of the right first toe and a lesser extent to the left. Testing of muscle strength in the upper and lower extremities is normal. The patient upper arms measured four fingerbreadths above the flexion crease of the elbow measure 35 cm bilaterally. The forearms measured four fingerbreadths below the flexion crease of the elbow measure 30 cm bilaterally. The thighs measured four fingerbreadths above the superior pole of the patella measure 48 cm and the lower legs measured four fingerbreadths below the tibial tubercles measure 41 cm. Pressure on the vertex of the head does not bother the patient. Axial loading is negative. As already indicated straight leg raising is entirely negative both sitting and lying for any radiculitis.,DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES: , X-rays the patient brings with him taken by his treating chiropractor dated 11/24/08 showed that there appears to be a little bit of narrowing of the L4-5 disc space. The hip joints are normal. Views of his thoracic spine are normal. Cervical x-rays are in the file. These are of intermittent quality, but the views do show a very slight degree of anterior spurring at the C4-5 with possible slight narrowing of the disc. There is a view of the right shoulder that is unremarkable.,CONCLUSIONS:, The accepted condition under the claim is a sprain of the neck, thoracic, and lumbar.,DIAGNOSES: , Diagnosis based on today's examination is a sprain of the cervical spine and lumbar spine superimposed upon some early degenerative changes.,Additional diagnosis is one of recurrent acoustic neuroma, presumably benign with upcoming additional treatment of radiation plan. The patient also has a significant degree overweight for his height and it will be improved as he himself recognizes by some weight loss and exercise.,DISCUSSION: , He is fixed and stable at this time and his industrial case can be closed relative to his industrial injury of November 20, 2008. Further chiropractic treatments would be entirely palliative and serve no additional medical purpose due to the fact that he has very minimal symptoms and a basis for these symptoms based on mild or early degenerative changes in both cervical and lumbar spine. He is category I relative to the cervical spine under 296-20-240 and category I to the lumbosacral spine under WAC 296-20-270. His industrial case should be closed and there is, as indicated, no basis for any disability award.
IME-QME-Work Comp etc.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , T12 compression fracture with cauda equina syndrome and spinal cord compression.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, T12 compression fracture with cauda equina syndrome and spinal cord compression.,OPERATION PERFORMED: , Decompressive laminectomy at T12 with bilateral facetectomies, decompression of T11 and T12 nerve roots bilaterally with posterolateral fusion supplemented with allograft bone chips and pedicle screws and rods with crosslink Synthes Click'X System using 6.5 mm diameter x 40 mm length T11 screws and L1 screws, 7 mm diameter x 45 mm length.,ANESTHESIA: , General endotracheal.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS:, 400 mL, replaced 2 units of packed cells.,Preoperative hemoglobin was less than 10.,DRAINS:, None.,COMPLICATIONS:, None.,DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE: , With the patient prepped and draped in a routine fashion in the prone position on laminae support, an x-ray was taken and demonstrated a needle at the T12-L1 interspace. An incision was made over the posterior spinous process of T10, T11, T12, L1, and L2. A Weitlaner retractor was placed and cutting Bovie current was used to incise the fascia overlying the dorsal spinous process of T10, T11, T12, L1, and L2. An additional muscular ligamentous attachment was dissected free bilaterally with cutting Bovie current osteotome and Cobb elevator. The cerebellar retractors were placed in the wound and obvious deformation of the lamina particularly on the left side at T12 was apparent. Initially, on the patient's left side, pedicle screws were placed in T11 and L1. The inferior articular facet was removed at T11 and an awl placed at the proximal location of the pedicle. Placement confirmed with biplanar coaxial fluoroscopy. The awl was in appropriate location and using a pedicle finder under fluoroscopic control, the pedicle was probed to the mid portion of the body of T11. A 40-mm Click'X screw, 6.5 mm diameter with rod holder was then threaded into the T11 vertebral body.,Attention was next turned to the L1 level on the left side and the junction of the transverse processes with the superior articular facet and intra-articular process was located using an AM-8 dissecting tool, AM attachment to the Midas Rex instrumentation. The area was decorticated, an awl was placed, and under fluoroscopic biplanar imaging noted to be at the pedicle in L1. Using a pedicle probe, the pedicle was then probed to the mid body of L1 and a 7-mm diameter 45-mm in length Click'X Synthes screw with rod holder was placed in the L1 vertebral body.,At this point, an elongated rod was placed on the left side for purposes of distraction should it be felt necessary in view of the MRI findings of significant compression on the patient's ventral canal on the right side. Attention was next turned to the right side and it should be noted that the dissection above was carried out with operating room microscope and at this point, the intraspinous process ligament superior to the posterior spinous process at T12 was noted be completely disrupted on a traumatic basis. The anteroposterior spinous process ligament superior to the T12 was incised with cutting Bovie current and the posterior spinous process at T12 removed with a Leksell rongeur. It was necessary to remove portion of the posterior spinous process at T11 for a full visualization of the involved laminar fractures at T12.,At this point, a laminectomy was performed using 45-degree Kerrison rongeur, both 2 mm and 4 mm, and Leksell rongeur. There was an epidural hematoma encountered to the midline and left side at the mid portion of the T12 laminectomy and this was extending superiorly to the T11-T12 interlaminar space. Additionally, there was marked instability of the facets bilaterally at T12 and L1. These facets were removed with 45-degree Kerrison rongeur and Leksell rongeur. Bony compression both superiorly and laterally from fractured bony elements was removed with 45-degree Kerrison rongeur until the thecal sac was completely decompressed. The exiting nerve roots at T11 and T12 were visualized and followed with Frazier dissectors, and these nerve roots were noted to be completely free. Hemostasis was controlled with bipolar coagulation.,At this point, a Frazier dissector could be passed superiorly, inferiorly, medially, and laterally to the T11-T12 nerve roots bilaterally, and the thecal sac was noted to be decompressed both superiorly and inferiorly, and noted to be quite pulsatile. A #4 Penfield was then used to probe the floor of the spinal canal, and no significant ventral compression remained on the thecal sac. Copious antibiotic irrigation was used and at this point on the patient's right side, pedicle screws were placed at T11 and L1 using the technique described for a left-sided pedicle screw placement. The anatomic landmarks being the transverse process at T11, the inferior articulating facet, and the lateral aspect of the superior articular facet for T11 and at L1, the transverse process, the junction of the intra-articular process and the facet joint.,With the screws placed on the left side, the elongated rod was removed from the patient's right side along with the locking caps, which had been placed. It was felt that distraction was not necessary. A 75-mm rod could be placed on the patient's left side with reattachment of the locking screw heads with the rod cap locker in place; however, it was necessary to cut a longer rod for the patient's right side with the screws slightly greater distance apart ultimately settling on a 90-mm rod. The locking caps were placed on the right side and after all 4 locking caps were placed, the locking cap screws were tied to the cold weld. Fluoroscopic examination demonstrated no evidence of asymmetry at the intervertebral space at T11-T12 or T12-L1 with excellent positioning of the rods and screws. A crosslink approximately 60 mm in width was then placed between the right and left rods, and all 4 screws were tightened.,It should be noted that prior to the placement of the rods, the patient's autologous bone, which had been removed during laminectomy portion of the procedure and cleansed off soft tissue and morcellated was packed in the posterolateral space after decortication had been effected on the transverse processes at T11, T12, and L1 with AM-8 dissecting tool, AM attachment as well as the lateral aspects of the facet joints. This was done bilaterally prior to placement of the rods.,Following placement of the rods as noted above, allograft bone chips were packed in addition on top of the patient's own allograft in these posterolateral gutters. Gelfoam was used to cover the thecal sac and at this point, the wound was closed by approximating the deep muscle with 0 Vicryl suture. The fascia was closed with interrupted 0 Vicryl suture, subcutaneous layer was closed with 2-0 Vicryl suture, subcuticular layer was closed with 2-0 inverted interrupted Vicryl suture, and the skin approximated with staples. The patient appeared to tolerate the procedure well without complications.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
ADMITTING DIAGNOSIS:, Abscess with cellulitis, left foot.,DISCHARGE DIAGNOSIS:, Status post I&D, left foot.,PROCEDURES:, Incision and drainage, first metatarsal head, left foot with culture and sensitivity.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:, The patient presented to Dr. X's office on 06/14/07 complaining of a painful left foot. The patient had been treated conservatively in office for approximately 5 days, but symptoms progressed with the need of incision and drainage being decided.,MEDICATIONS:, Ancef IV.,ALLERGIES:, ACCUTANE.,SOCIAL HISTORY:, Denies smoking or drinking.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: , Palpable pedal pulses noted bilaterally. Capillary refill time less than 3 seconds, digits 1 through 5 bilateral. Skin supple and intact with positive hair growth. Epicritic sensation intact bilateral. Muscle strength +5/5, dorsiflexors, plantar flexors, invertors, evertors. Left foot with erythema, edema, positive tenderness noted, left forefoot area.,LABORATORY: , White blood cell count never was abnormal. The remaining within normal limits. X-ray is negative for osteomyelitis. On 06/14/07, the patient was taken to the OR for incision and drainage of left foot abscess. The patient tolerated the procedure well and was admitted and placed on vancomycin 1 g q.12h after surgery and later changed Ancef 2 g IV every 8 hours. Postop wound care consists of Aquacel Ag and dry dressing to the surgical site everyday and the patient remains nonweightbearing on the left foot. The patient progressively improved with IV antibiotics and local wound care and was discharged from the hospital on 06/19/07 in excellent condition.,DISCHARGE MEDICATIONS: , Lorcet 10/650 mg, dispense 24 tablets, one tablet to be taken by mouth q.6h as needed for pain. The patient was continued on Ancef 2 g IV via PICC line and home health administration of IV antibiotics.,DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS: , Included keeping the foot elevated with long periods of rest. The patient is to wear surgical shoe at all times for ambulation and to avoid excessive ambulation. The patient to keep dressing dry and intact, left foot. The patient to contact Dr. X for all followup care, if any problems arise. The patient was given written and oral instruction about wound care before discharge. Prior to discharge, the patient was noted to be afebrile. All vitals were stable. The patient's questions were answered and the patient was discharged in apparent satisfactory condition. Followup care was given via Dr. X' office.
Discharge Summary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
SUBJECTIVE:, The patient is an 89-year-old lady. She actually turns 90 later this month, seen today for a short-term followup. Actually, the main reasons we are seeing her back so soon which are elevated blood pressure and her right arm symptoms are basically resolved. Blood pressure is better even though she is not currently on the higher dose Mavik likely recommended. She apparently did not feel well with the higher dose, so she just went back to her previous dose of 1 mg daily. She thinks, she also has an element of office hypertension. Also, since she is on Mavik plus verapamil, she could switch over to the combined drug Tarka. However, when we gave her samples of that she thought they were too big for her to swallow. Basically, she is just back on her previous blood pressure regimen. However, her blood pressure seems to be better today. Her daughter says that they do check it periodically and it is similar to today’s reading. Her right arm symptoms are basically resolved and she attributed that to her muscle problem back in the right shoulder blade. We did do a C-spine and right shoulder x-ray and those just mainly showed some degenerative changes and possibly some rotator cuff injury with the humeral head quite high up in the glenoid in the right shoulder, but this does not seem to cause her any problems. She has some vague “stomach problems”, although apparently it is improved when she stopped Aleve and she does not have any more aches or pains off Aleve. She takes Tylenol p.r.n., which seems to be enough for her. She does not think she has any acid reflux symptoms or heartburn. She does take Tums t.i.d. and also Mylanta at night. She has had dentures for many, many years and just recently I guess in the last few months, although she was somewhat vague on this, she has had some sores in her mouth. They do heal up, but then she will get another one. She also thinks since she has been on the Lexapro, she has somewhat of a tremor of her basically whole body at least upper body including the torso and arms and had all of the daughters who I not noticed to speak of and it is certainly difficult to tell her today that she has much tremor. They do think the Lexapro has helped to some extent.,ALLERGIES: , None.,MEDICATION: , Verapamil 240 mg a day, Mavik 1 mg a day, Lipitor 10 mg one and half daily, vitamins daily, Ocuvite daily, Tums t.i.d., Tylenol 2-3 daily p.r.n., and Mylanta at night.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS:, Mostly otherwise as above.,OBJECTIVE:,General: She is a pleasant elderly lady. She is in no acute distress, accompanied by daughter.,Vital signs: Blood pressure: 128/82. Pulse: 68. Weight: 143 pounds.,HEENT: No acute changes. Atraumatic, normocephalic. On mouth exam, she does have dentures. She removed her upper denture. I really do not see any sores at all. Her mouth exam was unremarkable.,Neck: No adenopathy, tenderness, JVD, bruits, or mass.,Lungs: Clear.,Heart: Regular rate and rhythm.,Extremities: No significant edema. Reasonable pulses. No clubbing or cyanosis, may be just a minimal tremor in head and hands, but it is very subtle and hardly noticeable. No other focal or neurological deficits grossly.,IMPRESSION:,1. Hypertension, better reading today.,2. Right arm symptoms, resolved.,3. Depression probably somewhat improved with Lexapro and she will just continue that. She only got up to the full dose 10 mg pill about a week ago and apparently some days does not need to take it.,4. Perhaps a very subtle tremor. I will just watch that.,5. Osteoporosis.,6. Osteoarthritis.,PLAN:, I think I will just watch everything for now. I would continue the Lexapro, we gave her more samples plus a prescription for the 20 mg that she can cut in half. I offered to see her for again short-term followup. However, they both preferred just to wait until the annual check up already set up for next April and they know they can call sooner. She might get a flu shot here in the next few weeks. Daughter mentioned here today that she thinks her mom is doing pretty well, especially given that she is turning 90 here later this month and I would tend to agree with that.
SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PROCEDURE: , Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with gastric biopsies.,INDICATION:, Abdominal pain.,FINDINGS:, Antral erythema; 2 cm polypoid pyloric channel tissue, questionable inflammatory polyp which was biopsied; duodenal erythema and erosion.,MEDICATIONS: , Fentanyl 200 mcg and versed 6 mg.,SCOPE: , GIF-Q180.,PROCEDURE DETAIL: , Following the preprocedure patient assessment the procedure, goals, risks including bleeding, perforation and side effects of medications and alternatives were reviewed. Questions were answered. Pause preprocedure was performed.,Following titrated intravenous sedation the flexible video endoscope was introduced into the esophagus and advanced to the second portion of the duodenum without difficulty. The esophagus appeared to have normal motility and mucosa. Regular Z line was located at 44 cm from incisors. No erosion or ulceration. No esophagitis.,Upon entering the stomach gastric mucosa was examined in detail including retroflexed views of cardia and fundus. There was pyloric channel and antral erythema, but no visible erosion or ulceration. There was a 2 cm polypoid pyloric channel tissue which was suspicious for inflammatory polyp. This was biopsied and was placed separately in bottle #2. Random gastric biopsies from antrum, incisura and body were obtained and placed in separate jar, bottle #1. No active ulceration was found.,Upon entering the duodenal bulb there was extensive erythema and mild erosions, less than 3 mm in length, in first portion of duodenum, duodenal bulb and junction of first and second part of the duodenum. Postbulbar duodenum looked normal.,The patient was assessed upon completion of the procedure. Okay to discharge once criteria met.,Follow up with primary care physician.,I met with patient afterward and discussed with him avoiding any nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication. Await biopsy results.
Gastroenterology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , A 71-year-old female who I am seeing for the first time. She has a history of rheumatoid arthritis for the last 6 years. She was followed by another rheumatologist. She says she has been off and on, on prednisone and Arava. The rheumatologist, as per the patient, would not want her to be on a long-term medicine, so he would give her prednisone and then switch to Arava and then switch her back to prednisone. She says she had been on prednisone for the last 6 to 9 months. She is on 5 mg a day. She recently had a left BKA and there was a question of infection, so it had to be debrided. I was consulted to see if her prednisone is to be continued. The patient denies any joint pains at the present time. She says when this started she had significant joint pains and was unable to walk. She had pain in the hands and feet. Currently, she has no pain in any of her joints.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS: , Denies photosensitivity, oral or nasal ulcer, seizure, psychosis, and skin rashes.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY: , Significant for hypertension, peripheral vascular disease, and left BKA.,FAMILY HISTORY: ,Noncontributory.,SOCIAL HISTORY: , Denies tobacco, alcohol or illicit drugs.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:,VITAL SIGNS: BP 130/70, heart rate 80, and respiratory rate 14.,HEENT: EOMI. PERRLA.,NECK: Supple. No JVD. No lymphadenopathy.,CHEST: Clear to auscultation.,HEART: S1 and S2. No S3, no murmurs.,ABDOMEN: Soft and nontender. No organomegaly.,EXTREMITIES: No edema.,NEUROLOGIC: Deferred.,ARTICULAR: She has swelling of bilateral wrists, but no significant tenderness.,LABORATORY DATA:, Labs in chart was reviewed.,ASSESSMENT AND PLAN:, A 71-year-old female with a history of rheumatoid arthritis, on longstanding prednisone. She is not on DMARD, but as she recently had a surgery followed by a probable infection, I will hold off on that. As she has no pain, I have decreased the prednisone to 2.5 mg a day starting tomorrow if she is to go back to her nursing home tomorrow. If in a couple of weeks her symptoms stay the same, then I would discontinue the prednisone. I would defer that to Dr. X. If she flares up at that point, prednisone may have to be restarted with a DMARD, so that eventually she could stay off the prednisone. I discussed this at length with the patient and she is in full agreement with the plan. I explained to her that if she is to be discharged, if she wishes, she could follow up with me in clinic or if she goes back to Victoria, then see her rheumatologist over there.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Thrombosed left forearm loop fistula graft.,2. Chronic renal failure.,3. Hyperkalemia.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Thrombosed left forearm loop fistula graft.,2. Chronic renal failure.,3. Hyperkalemia.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED: , Thrombectomy of the left forearm loop graft.,ANESTHESIA: , Local with sedation.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: , Less than 5 cc.,COMPLICATIONS:, None.,OPERATIVE FINDINGS:, The venous outflow was good. There was stenosis in the mid-venous limb of the graft.,INDICATIONS: , The patient is an 81-year-old African-American female who presents with an occluded left forearm loop graft. She was not able to have her dialysis as routine. Her potassium was dramatically elevated at 7 the initial evening of anticipated surgery. Both Surgery and Anesthesia thought this would be too risky to do. Thus, she was given medications to decrease her potassium and a temporary hemodialysis catheter was placed in the femoral vein noted for her to have dialysis that night as well as this morning. This morning her predialysis potassium was 6, and thus she was scheduled for surgery after her dialysis.,PROCEDURE: , The patient was taken to the operative suite and prepped and draped in the usual sterile fashion. A transverse incision was made at the region of the venous anastomosis of the graft. Further dissection was carried down to the catheter. The vein appeared to be soft and without thrombus. This outflow did not appear to be significantly impaired. A transverse incision was made with a #11 blade on the venous limb of the graft near the anastomosis. Next, a thrombectomy was done using a #4 Fogarty catheter. Some of the clot and thrombus was removed from the venous limb. The balloon did hang up in the multiple places along the venous limb signifying some degree of stenosis. Once removing most of the clots from the venous limb prior to removing the plug, dilators were passed down the venous limb also indicating the area of stenosis. At this point, we felt the patient would benefit from a curettage of the venous limb of the graft. This was done and subsequent passes with the dilator and the balloon were then very easy and smooth following the curettage. The Fogarty balloon was then passed beyond the clot and the plug. The plug was visualized and inspected. This also gave a good brisk bleeding from the graft. The patient was heparinized and hep saline solution was injected into the venous limb and the angle vascular clamp was applied to the venous limb. Attention was directed up to its anastomosis and the vein. Fogarty balloon and thrombectomy was also performed well enough into this way. There was good venous back bleeding following this. The area was checked for any stenosis with the dilators and none was present. Next, a #6-0 Prolene suture was used in a running fashion to close the graft. Just prior to tying the suture, the graft was allowed to flush to move any debris or air. The suture was also checked at that point for augmentation, which was good. The suture was tied down and the wound was irrigated with antibiotic solution. Next, a #3-0 Vicryl was used to approximate the subcutaneous tissues and a #4-0 undyed Vicryl was used in a running subcuticular fashion to approximate the skin edges. Steri-Strips were applied and the patient was taken to recovery in stable condition. She tolerated the procedure well. She will be discharged from recovery when stable. She is to resume her regular dialysis schedule and present for dialysis tomorrow.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
ADMITTING DIAGNOSES,1. Acute gastroenteritis.,2. Nausea.,3. Vomiting.,4. Diarrhea.,5. Gastrointestinal bleed.,6. Dehydration.,DISCHARGE DIAGNOSES,1. Acute gastroenteritis, resolved.,2. Gastrointestinal bleed and chronic inflammation of the mesentery of unknown etiology.,BRIEF H&P AND HOSPITAL COURSE: , This patient is a 56-year-old male, a patient of Dr. X with 25-pack-year history, also a history of diabetes type 2, dyslipidemia, hypertension, hemorrhoids, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and a left lower lobe calcified granuloma that apparently is stable at this time. This patient presented with periumbilical abdominal pain with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea for the past 3 days and four to five watery bowel movements a day with symptoms progressively getting worse. The patient was admitted into the ER and had trop x1 done, which was negative and ECG showed to be of normal sinus rhythm.,Lab findings initially presented with a hemoglobin of 13.1, hematocrit of 38.6 with no elevation of white count. Upon discharge, his hemoglobin and hematocrit stayed at 10.9 and 31.3 and he was still having stool guaiac positive blood, and a stool study was done which showed few white blood cells, negative for Clostridium difficile and moderate amount of occult blood and moderate amount of RBCs. The patient's nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea did resolve during his hospital course. Was placed on IV fluids initially and on hospital day #2 fluids were discontinued and was started on clear liquid diet and diet was advanced slowly, and the patient was able to tolerate p.o. well. The patient also denied any abdominal pain upon day of discharge. The patient was also started on prednisone as per GI recommendations. He was started on 60 mg p.o. Amylase and lipase were also done which were normal and LDH and CRP was also done which are also normal and LFTs were done which were also normal as well.,PLAN: , The plan is to discharge the patient home. He can resume his home medications of Prandin, Actos, Lipitor, Glucophage, Benicar, and Advair. We will also start him on a tapered dose of prednisone for 4 weeks. We will start him on 15 mg p.o. for seven days. Then, week #2, we will start him on 40 mg for 1 week. Then, week #3, we will start him on 30 mg for 1 week, and then, 20 mg for 1 week, and then finally we will stop. He was instructed to take tapered dose of prednisone for 4 weeks as per the GI recommendations.
Gastroenterology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: ,Metastatic renal cell carcinoma.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Metastatic renal cell carcinoma.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED:, Left metastasectomy of metastatic renal cell carcinoma with additional mediastinal lymph node dissection and additional fiberoptic bronchoscopy used to confirm adequate placement of the double-lumen endotracheal tube with a tube thoracostomy, which was used to drain the left chest after the procedure.,ANESTHESIA:, General endotracheal anesthesia with double-lumen endotracheal tube.,FINDINGS:, Multiple pleural surface seeding, many sub-millimeter suspicious looking lesions.,DISPOSITION OF SPECIMENS:,To Pathology for permanent analysis as well as tissue banking. The lesions sent for pathologic analysis were the following,,1. Level 8 lymph node.,2. Level 9 lymph node.,3. Wedge, left upper lobe apex, which was also sent to the tissue bank and possible multiple lesions within this wedge.,4. Wedge, left upper lobe posterior.,5. Wedge, left upper lobe anterior.,6. Wedge, left lower lobe superior segment.,7. Wedge, left lower lobe diaphragmatic surface, anterolateral.,8. Wedge, left lower lobe, anterolateral.,9. Wedge, left lower lobe lateral adjacent to fissure.,10. Wedge, left upper lobe, apex anterior.,11. Lymph node package, additional level 8 lymph node.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS:, Less than 100 mL.,CONDITION OF THE PATIENT AFTER SURGERY: , Stable.,HISTORY OF PROCEDURE: , The patient was given preoperative informed consent for the procedure as well as for the clinical trial he was enrolled into. The patient agreed based on the risks and the benefits of the procedure, which were presented to him and was taken to the operating room. A correct time out procedure was performed. The patient was placed into the supine position. He was given general anesthesia, was endotracheally intubated without incident with a double-lumen endotracheal tube. Fiberoptic bronchoscopy was used to perform confirmation of adequate placement of the double-lumen tube. Following this, the decision was made to proceed with the surgery. The patient was rolled into the right lateral decubitus position with the left side up. All pressure points were padded. The patient had a sterile DuraPrep preparation to the left chest. A sterile drape around that was applied. Also, the patient had Marcaine infused into the incision area. Following this, the patient had a posterolateral thoracotomy incision, which was a muscle-sparing incision with a posterior approach just over the ausculatory triangle. The incision was approximately 10 cm in size. This was created with a 10-blade scalpel. Bovie electrocautery was used to dissect the subcutaneous tissues. The auscultatory triangle was opened. The posterior aspect of the latissimus muscle was divided from the adjacent tissue and retracted anteriorly. The muscle was not divided. After the latissimus muscle was retracted anteriorly, the ribs were counted, and the sixth rib was identified. The superior surface of the sixth rib was incised with Bovie electrocautery and the sixth rib was divided with rib shears. Following this, the patient had the entire intercostal muscle separated from the superior aspect of the sixth rib on the left as far as the Bovie would reach. The left lung was allowed to collapse and meticulous inspection of the left lung identified the lesions, which were taken out with stapled wedge resections via a TA30 green load stapler for all of the wedges. The patient tolerated the procedure well without any complications. The largest lesion was the left upper lobe apex lesion, which was possibly multiple lesions, which was taken in one large wedge segment, and this was also adjacent to another area of the wedges. The patient had multiple pleural abnormalities, which were identified on the surface of the lung. These were small white spotty looking lesions and were not confirmed to be tumor implants, but were suspicious to be multiple areas of tumor. Based on this, the wedges of the tumors that were easily palpable were excised with complete excision of all palpable lesions. Following this, the patient had a 32-French chest tube placed in the anteroapical position. A 19-French Blake was placed in the posterior apical position. The patient had the intercostal space reapproximated with #2-0 Vicryl suture, and the lung was allowed to be re-expanded under direct visualization. Following this, the chest tubes were placed to Pleur-evac suction and the auscultatory triangle was closed with 2-0 Vicryl sutures. The deeper tissue was closed with 3-0 Vicryl suture, and the skin was closed with running 4-0 Monocryl suture in a subcuticular fashion. The patient tolerated the procedure well and had no complications.
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Visually significant nuclear sclerotic cataract, right eye.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Visually significant nuclear sclerotic cataract, right eye.,OPERATIVE PROCEDURES: , Phacoemulsification with posterior chamber intraocular lens implantation, right eye.,ANESTHESIA:, Monitored anesthesia care with retrobulbar block consisting of 2% lidocaine in an equal mixture with 0.75% Marcaine and Amphadase.,INDICATIONS FOR SURGERY:, This patient has been experiencing difficulty with eyesight regarding activities of daily living. There has been a progressive and gradual decline in the visual acuity. The cataract was believed related to her decline in vision. The risks, benefits, and alternatives (including with observation or spectacles) were discussed in detail. The risks as explained included, but are not limited to pain, bleeding, infection, decreased or loss of vision/loss of eye, retinal detachment requiring further surgery, and possible consultation out of town, swelling of the back part of the eye/retina, need for prolonged eye drop use or injections, instability of the lens, and loss of corneal clarity necessitating long-term drop use or further surgery. The possibility of needing intraocular lens exchange or incorrect lens power was discussed. Anesthesia option and risks associated with anesthesia and retrobulbar anesthesia were discussed. It was explained that some or all of these complications might arise at the time of or months to years after surgery. The patient had a good understanding of the risks with the proposed, elective eye surgery. The patient accepted these risks and elected to proceed with cataract surgery. All questions were answered and informed consent was signed and placed in the chart.,DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE: , The patient was identified and the procedure was verified. The pupil was dilated per protocol. The patient was taken to the operating room and placed in the supine position. After intravenous sedation, the retrobulbar block was injected followed by several minutes of digital massage. No signs of orbital tenseness or retrobulbar hemorrhage were present.,The patient was prepped and draped in the usual ophthalmic sterile fashion. An eyelid speculum was used to separate the eyelids. A crescent blade was used to make a clear corneal temporally located incision. A 1-mm Dual-Bevel blade was used to make a paracentesis site. The anterior chamber was filled with viscoelastic (Viscoat). The crescent blade was then used to make an approximate 2-mm long clear corneal tunnel through the temporal incision. A 2.85-mm keratome blade was then used to penetrate into the anterior chamber through the temporal tunneled incision. A 25-gauge pre-bent cystotome used to begin a capsulorrhexis. The capsulorrhexis was completed with the Utrata forceps. A 27-guage needle was used for hydrodissection and three full and complete fluid waves were noted. The lens was able to be freely rotated within the capsular bag. Divide-and-conquer ultrasound was used for phacoemulsification. After four sculpted grooves were made, a bimanual approach with the phacoemulsification tip and Koch spatula was used to separate and crack each grooved segment. Each of the four nuclear quadrants was phacoemulsified. Aspiration was used to remove all remaining cortex. Viscoelastic was used to re-inflate the capsular bag. An AMO model SI40NB posterior chamber intraocular lens with power *** diopters and serial number *** was injected into the capsular bag. The trailing haptic was placed with the Sinskey hook. The lens was made well centered and stable. Viscoelastic was aspirated. BSS was used to re-inflate the anterior chamber to an adequate estimated intraocular pressure. A Weck-Cel sponge was used to check both incision sites for leaks and none were identified. The incision sites remained well approximated and dry with a well-formed anterior chamber and eccentric posterior chamber intraocular lens. The eyelid speculum was removed and the patient was cleaned free of Betadine. Vigamox and Econopred drops were applied. A soft eye patch followed by a firm eye shield was taped over the operative eye. The patient was then taken to the Postanesthesia Recovery Unit in good condition having tolerated the procedure well.,Discharge instructions regarding activity restrictions, eye drop use, eye shield/patch wearing, and driving restrictions were discussed. All questions were answered. The discharge instructions were also reviewed with the patient by the discharging nurse. The patient was comfortable and was discharged with followup in 24 hours. Complications none.
Ophthalmology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
CHIEF COMPLAINT:, "I took Ecstasy.",HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , This is a 17-year-old female who went out partying last night and drank two mixed drinks last night and then over the course of the evening after midnight, the patient ended up taking a total of six Ecstasy tablets. The patient upon returning to home was energetic and agitated and shaking and had one episode of nonbloody, nonbilious emesis. Mother called the EMS service when the patient vomited. On arrival here, the patient states that she no longer has any nausea and that she feels just fine. The patient states she feels wired but has no other problems or complaints. The patient denies any pain. The patient does not have any auditory of visual hallucinations. The patient denies any depression or suicidal ideation. The patient states that the alcohol and the Ecstasy was done purely as a recreational thing and not as an attempt to harm herself. The patient denies any homicidal ideation. The patient denies any recent illness or recent injuries. The mother states that the daughter appears to be back to her usual self now.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS: , CONSTITUTIONAL: No recent illness. No fever or chills. HEENT: No headache. No neck pain. No vision change or hearing change. No eye or ear pain. No rhinorrhea. No sore throat. CARDIOVASCULAR: No chest pain. No palpitations or racing heart. RESPIRATIONS: No shortness of breath. No cough. GASTROINTESTINAL: One episode of nonbloody, nonbilious emesis this morning without any nausea since then. The patient denies any abdominal pain. No change in bowel movements. GENITOURINARY: No dysuria. MUSCULOSKELETAL: No back pain. No muscle or joint aches. SKIN: No rashes or lesions. NEUROLOGIC: No dizziness, syncope, or near syncope. PSYCHIATRIC: The patient denies any depression, suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation, auditory hallucinations or visual hallucinations. ENDOCRINE: No heat or cold intolerance.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:, None.,PAST SURGICAL HISTORY: , Appendectomy when she was 9 years old.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS: , Birth control pills.,ALLERGIES: , NO KNOWN DRUG ALLERGIES.,SOCIAL HISTORY: , The patient denies smoking cigarettes. The patient does drink alcohol and also uses illicit drugs.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: , VITAL SIGNS: Temperature is 98.8 oral, blood pressure 140/86, pulse is 79, respirations 16, oxygen saturation 100% on room air and is interpreted as normal. CONSTITUTIONAL: The patient is well nourished, and well developed, appears to be healthy. The patient is calm and comfortable, in no acute distress and looks well. The patient is pleasant and cooperative. HEENT: Head is atraumatic, normocephalic, and nontender. Eyes are normal with clear cornea and conjunctiva bilaterally. The patient does have dilated pupils of approximately 8 mm each and are equally round and reactive to light bilaterally. No evidence of light sensitivity or photophobia. Extraocular motions are intact bilaterally. Nose is normal without rhinorrhea or audible congestion. Ears are normal without any sign of infection. Mouth and oropharynx are normal without any signs of infection. Mucous membranes are moist. NECK: Supple and nontender. Full range of motion. There is no JVD. CARDIOVASCULAR: Heart is regular rate and rhythm without murmur, rub or gallop. Peripheral pulses are +3 and bounding. RESPIRATIONS: Clear to auscultation bilaterally. No shortness of breath. No wheezes, rales or rhonchi. Good air movement bilaterally. GASTROINTESTINAL: Abdomen is soft, nontender, normal and benign. MUSCULOSKELETAL: No abnormalities noted in back, arms, or legs. The patient is normal use of her extremities. SKIN: No rashes or lesions. NEUROLOGIC: Cranial nerves II through XII are intact. Motor and sensory are intact in all extremities. The patient has normal speech and normal ambulation. PSYCHIATRIC: The patient is alert and oriented x4. The patient does not have any smell of alcohol and does not exhibit any clinical intoxication. The patient is quite pleasant, fully cooperative. HEMATOLOGIC/LYMPHATIC: NO lymphadenitis is noted. No bruising is noted.,DIAGNOSES:,1. ECSTASY INGESTION.,2. ALCOHOL INGESTION.,3. VOMITING SECONDARY TO STIMULANT ABUSE.,CONDITION UPON DISPOSITION: , Stable disposition to home with her mother.,PLAN:, I will have the patient followup with her physician at the ABC Clinic in two days for reevaluation. The patient was advised to stop drinking alcohol, and taking Ecstasy as this is not only in the interest of her health, but was also illegal. The patient is asked to return to the emergency room should she have any worsening of her condition, develop any other problems or symptoms of concern.
General Medicine
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS,1. Carpal tunnel syndrome.,2. de Quervain's stenosing tenosynovitis.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS,1. Carpal tunnel syndrome.,2. de Quervain's stenosing tenosynovitis.,TITLE OF PROCEDURE,1. Carpal tunnel release.,2. de Quervain's release.,ANESTHESIA: , MAC,COMPLICATIONS: , None.,PROCEDURE IN DETAIL: ,After administering appropriate antibiotics and MAC anesthesia, the upper extremity was prepped and draped in the usual standard fashion. The arm was exsanguinated with Esmarch and the tourniquet inflated to 250 mmHg.,A longitudinal incision was made in line with the 4th ray, from Kaplan's cardinal line proximally to 1 cm distal to the volar wrist crease. The dissection was carried down to the superficial aponeurosis. The subcutaneous fat was dissected radially from 2-3 mm and the superficial aponeurosis cut on this side to leave a longer ulnar leaf.,The ulnar leaf of the cut superficial aponeurosis was dissected ulnarly, and the distal edge of the transverse carpal ligament was identified with a hemostat. The hemostat was gently placed under the transverse carpal ligament to protect the contents of the carpal tunnel, and the ligament was cut on its ulnar side with a knife directly onto the hemostat. The antebrachial fascia was cut proximally under direct vision with scissors.,After irrigating the wound with copious amounts of normal saline, the radial leaf of the cut transverse carpal ligament was repaired to the ulnar leaf of the cut superficial aponeurosis with 4-0 Vicryl. Care was taken to avoid entrapping the motor branch of the median nerve in the suture. A hemostat was placed under the repair to ensure that the median nerve was not compressed. The skin was repaired with 5-0 nylon interrupted stitches.,The first dorsal compartment was addressed through a transverse incision at the level of the radial styloid tip. Dissection was carried down with care taken to avoid and protect the superficial radial nerve branches. I released the compartment in a separate subsheath for the EPB on the dorsal side. Both ends of the sheath were released to lengthen them, and then these were repaired with 4-0 Vicryl. It was checked to make sure that there was significant room remaining for the tendons. This was done to prevent postoperative subluxation.,I then irrigated and closed the wounds in layers. Marcaine with epinephrine was placed into all wounds, and dressings and splint were placed. The patient was sent to the recovery room in good condition, having tolerated the procedure well.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:, OM, chronic, serous, simple or unspecified. Adenoid hyperplasia. Hypertrophy of tonsils.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Same as preoperative diagnosis.,OPERATION: , Bilateral myringotomies with Armstrong grommet tubes, Adenoidectomy, and Tonsillectomy.,ANESTHESIA:, General.,COMPLICATIONS:, None.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: , Minimal.,DRAINS: , None.,CONSENT:, The procedure, benefits, and risks were discussed in detail preoperatively. The parentsagreed to proceed after all questions were answered.,TECHNIQUE: , The patient was brought to the operating room and placed in the supine position. After general mask anesthesia was adequately obtained, the right external auditory canal was cleaned out under the microscope. Serous fluid was aspirated from the middle ear space. An Armstrong grommet tube was placed down through the incision and rotated into place. The opposite ear was then cleaned out under the microscope. Serous fluid was aspirated from the middle ear space. An Armstrong grommet tube was placed down through the incision and rotated into place. Cortisporin suspension was placed in both ear canals.,Then the patient was intubated. A Crowe-Davis mouth gag was placed into the mouth and extended and hung on the Mayo stand. The red rubber catheter was placed down through the nose and brought out through the mouth to retract the palate. The adenoid fossa was visualized with the mirror. The adenoids were removed using the microdebrider. Two adenoid packs were placed. The packs were removed one by one. Using mirror and suction bovie, adequate hemostasis was achieved.,The tonsils were quite large and cryptic. The tenaculum was placed on the superior pole of the right tonsil. Cheesy material came out from the crypts. The tonsils were retracted medially. The bovie electrocautery was used to make an incision in the right anterior tonsillar pillar, and the plane was developed between the tonsil and the musculature. The tonsil was completely dissected out of this plane, preserving both the anterior and posterior tonsillar pillars. All bleeders were cauterized as they were encountered. The tenaculum was then placed on the superior pole of the left tonsil. Cheesy material came out from the crypts. The tonsils were retracted medially. The bovie electrocautery was used to make an incision in the left anterior tonsillar pillar, and the plane was developed between the tonsil and the musculature. The tonsil was completely dissected out of this plane, preserving both the anterior and posterior tonsillar pillars. All bleeders were cauterized as they were encountered. Both tonsil beds were then re-cauterized, paying particular attention to the inferior and superior poles.,The stomach was evacuated with the nasogastric tube. The patient was then awakened in the operating room, extubated and taken to the recovery room in satisfactory condition.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
CC:, Fall with questionable associated loss of consciousness.,HX: ,This 81 y/o RHM fell down 20 steps on the evening of admission, 1/10/93, while attempting to put his boots on at the top of the staircase. He was evaluated locally and was amnestic to the event at the time of examination. A HCT scan was obtained and he was transferred to UIHC, Neurosurgery.,MEDS:, Lasix 40mg qd, Zantac 150mg qd, Lanoxin 0.125mg qd, Capoten 2.5mg bid, Salsalate 750mg tid, ASA 325mg qd, "Ginsana" (Ginseng) 100mg bid.,PMH: ,1)Atrial fibrillation, 2)Right hemisphere stroke, 11/22/88, with associated left hemiparesis and amaurosis fugax. This was followed by a RCEA, 12/1/88 for 98% stenosis. The stroke symptoms/signs resolved. 3)DJD, 4)Right TKR 2-3 years ago, 5)venous stasis; with no h/o DVT, 6)former participant in NASCET, 7)TURP for BPH. No known allergies.,FHX:, Father died of an MI at unknown age, Mother died of complications of a dental procedure. He has one daughter who is healthy.,SHX:, Married. Part-time farmer. Denied tobacco/ETOH/illicit drug use.,EXAM: ,BP157/86, HR100 and irregular, RR20, 36.7C, 100%SaO2,MS: A&O to person, place, time. Speech fluent and without dysarthria.,CN: Pupils 3/3 decreasing to 2/2 on exposure to light. EOM intact. VFFTC. Optic disks were flat. Face was symmetric with symmetric movement. The remainder of the CN exam was unremarkable.,Motor: 5/5 strength throughout with normal muscle tone and bulk.,Sensory: unremarkable.,Coord: unremarkable.,Station/Gait: not mentioned in chart.,Reflexes: symmetric. Plantar responses were flexor, bilaterally.,Gen Exam: CV:IRRR without murmur. Lungs: CTA. Abdomen: NT, ND, NBS.,HEENT: abrasion over the right forehead.,Extremity: distal right leg edema/erythema (just above the ankle). tender to touch.,COURSE:, 1/10/93, (outside)HCT was reviewed, It revealed a left parietal epidural hematoma. GS, PT/PTT, UA, and CBC were unremarkable. RLE XR revealed a fracture of the right lateral malleolus for which he was casted. Repeat HCTs showed no change in the epidural hematoma and he was discharged home on DPH.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REFERRAL INDICATION,1. Tachybrady syndrome.,2. Chronic atrial fibrillation.,PROCEDURES PLANNED AND PERFORMED,1. Implantation of a single-chamber pacemaker.,2. Fluoroscopic guidance for implantation of single-chamber pacemaker.,FLUOROSCOPY TIME: ,1.2 minutes.,MEDICATIONS AT THE TIME OF STUDY,1. Ancef 1 g.,2. Benadryl 50 mg.,3. Versed 3 mg.,4. Fentanyl 150 mcg.,CLINICAL HISTORY: , The patient is a pleasant 73-year-old female with chronic atrial fibrillation. She has been found to have tachybrady syndrome, has been referred for pacemaker implantation.,RISKS AND BENEFITS: , Risks, benefits, and alternatives of implantation of a single-chamber pacemaker were discussed with the patient. The patient agreed both verbally and via written consent. Risks that were discussed included but were not limited to bleeding, infection, vascular injury, cardiac perforation, stroke, myocardial infarction, need for urgent cardiovascular surgery, and death were discussed with the patient. The patient agreed both verbally and via written consent.,DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE: , The patient was transported to the cardiac catheterization laboratory in a fasting state. The region of the left deltopectoral groove was prepped and draped in the usual sterile manner. Lidocaine 1% (20 mL) was administered to the area. Percutaneous access of the left axillary vein was then performed. A wire was then advanced in the left axillary vein using fluoroscopy. Following this, a 4-inch long transverse incision was made through the skin and subcutaneous tissue exposing the pectoral fascia and muscle beneath. Lidocaine 1% (10 mL) was then administered to the medial aspect of the incision and a pocket was fashioned in the medial direction. Using the previously placed guidewire, a 7-French sidearm sheath was advanced over the wire into the vein. The dilator and wire were removed. An active pacing lead was then advanced down in the right atrium. The peel-away sheath was removed. Lead was passed across the tricuspid valve and positioned in an apical septal location. This was an active fixed lead and the screw was deployed. Adequate pacing and sensing function were established. The suture sleeve was then advanced to the entry point of the tissue and connected securely to the tissue. The pocket was washed with antibiotic-impregnated saline. A pulse generator was obtained and connected securely to the lead. The lead was then carefully wrapped behind the pulse generator, and the entire system was placed in the pocket. Pocket was then closed with 2-0, 3-0, and 4-0 Vicryl using a running mattress stitch. No acute complications were noted.,DEVICE DATA,1. Pulse generator, manufacturer St. Jude model 12345, serial #123456.,2. Right ventricular lead, manufacturer St. Jude model 12345, serial #ABCD123456.,MEASURED INTRAOPERATIVE DATA:, Right ventricular lead impedance 630 ohms. R wave measures 17.5 mV. Pacing threshold of 0.8 V at 0.5 msec.,DEVICE SETTINGS: , VVI 70 to 120.,CONCLUSIONS,1. Successful implantation of the single-chamber pacemaker with adequate pacing and sensing function.,2. No acute complications.,PLAN,1. The patient will be admitted for overnight observation and dismissed at the discretion of primary service.,2. Chest x-ray to rule out pneumothorax and verify lead position.,3. Completion of course of antibiotics.,4. Device interrogation in the morning.,5. Home dismissal instructions provided in a written format.,6. Wound check in 7 to 10 days.,7. Enrollment in Device Clinic.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Cardiac tamponade.,2. Status post mitral valve repair.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Cardiac tamponade.,2. Status post mitral valve repair.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED: , Mediastinal exploration with repair of right atrium.,ANESTHESIA: , General endotracheal.,INDICATIONS: , The patient had undergone mitral valve repair about seven days ago. He had epicardial pacing wires removed at the bedside. Shortly afterwards, he began to feel lightheaded and became pale and diaphoretic. He was immediately rushed to the operating room for cardiac tamponade following removal of epicardial pacing wires. He was transported immediately and emergently and remained awake and alert throughout the time period inspite of hypotension with the systolic pressure in the 60s-70s.,DETAILS OF PROCEDURE: ,The patient was taken emergently to the operating room and placed supine on the operating room table. His chest was prepped and draped prior to induction under general anesthesia. Incision was made through the previous median sternotomy chest incision. Wires were removed in the usual manner and the sternum was retracted. There were large amounts of dark blood filling the mediastinal chest cavity. Large amounts of clot were also removed from the pericardial well and chest. Systematic exploration of the mediastinum and pericardial well revealed bleeding from the right atrial appendix at the site of the previous cannulation. This was repaired with two horizontal mattress pledgeted #5-0 Prolene sutures. An additional #0 silk tie was also placed around the base of the atrial appendage for further hemostasis. No other sites of bleeding were identified. The mediastinum was then irrigated with copious amounts of antibiotic saline solution. Two chest tubes were then placed including an angled chest tube into the pericardial well on the inferior border of the heart, as well as straight mediastinal chest tube. The sternum was then reapproximated with stainless steel wires in the usual manner and the subcutaneous tissue was closed in multiple layers with running Vicryl sutures. The skin was then closed with a running subcuticular stitch. The patient was then taken to the Intensive Care Unit in a critical but stable condition.
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Right lateral epicondylitis.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Right lateral epicondylitis.,OPERATION PERFORMED:, OssaTron extracorporeal shockwave therapy to right lateral epicondyle.,ANESTHESIA:, Bier block.,DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE: , With the patient under adequate Bier block anesthesia, the patient was positioned for extracorporeal shockwave therapy. The OssaTron equipment was brought into the field and the nose piece for treatment was placed against the lateral epicondyle targeting the area previously determined with the patient's input of maximum pain. Then using standard extracorporeal shockwave protocol, the OssaTron treatment was applied to the lateral epicondyle of the elbow. After completion of the treatment, the tourniquet was deflated, and the patient was returned to the holding area in satisfactory condition having tolerated the procedure well.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
CHIEF COMPLAINT:, Back pain and right leg pain. The patient has a three-year history of small cell lung cancer with metastases.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:, The patient is on my schedule today to explore treatment of the above complaints. She has a two-year history of small cell lung cancer, which she says has spread to metastasis in both femurs, her lower lumbar spine, and her pelvis. She states she has had numerous chemotherapy and radiation treatments and told me that she has lost count. She says she has just finished a series of 10 radiation treatments for pain relief. She states she continues to have significant pain symptoms. Most of her pain seems to be in her low back on the right side, radiating down the back of her right leg to her knee. She has also some numbness in the bottom of her left foot, and some sharp pain in the left foot at times. She complains of some diffuse, mid back pain. She describes the pain as sharp, dull, and aching in nature. She rates her back pain as 10, her right leg pain as 10, with 0 being no pain and 10 being the worst possible pain. She states that it seems to be worse while sitting in the car with prolonged sitting, standing, or walking. She is on significant doses of narcotics. She has had multiple CT scans looking for metastasis.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:, Significant for cancer as above. She also has a depression.,PAST SURGICAL HISTORY:, Significant for a chest port placement.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS:, Consist of Duragesic patch 250 mcg total, Celebrex 200 mg once daily, iron 240 mg twice daily, Paxil 20 mg daily, and Percocet. She does not know of what strength up to eight daily. She also is on warfarin 1 mg daily, which she states is just to keep her chest port patent. She is on Neurontin 300 mg three times daily.,HABITS:, She smokes one pack a day for last 30 years. She drinks beer approximately twice daily. She denies use of recreational drugs.,SOCIAL HISTORY:, She is married. She lives with her spouse.,FAMILY HISTORY: , Significant for two brothers and father who have cancer.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS:, Significant mainly for her pain complaints. For other review of systems the patient seems stable.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:,General: Reveals a pleasant somewhat emaciated Caucasian female.,Vital Signs: Height is 5 feet 2 inches. Weight is 130 pounds. She is afebrile.,HEENT: Benign.,Neck: Shows functional range of movements with a negative Spurling's.,Chest: Clear to auscultation.,Heart: Regular rate and rhythm.,Abdomen: Soft, regular bowel sounds.,Musculoskeletal: Examination shows functional range of joint movements. No focal muscle weakness. She is deconditioned.,Neurologic: She is alert and oriented with appropriate mood and affect. The patient has normal tone and coordination. Reflexes are 2+ in both knees and absent at both ankles. Sensations are decreased distally in the left foot, otherwise intact to pinprick.,Spine: Examination of her lumbar spine shows normal lumbar lordosis with fairly functional range of movement. The patient had significant tenderness at her lower lumbar facet and sacroiliac joints, which seems to reproduce a lot of her low back and right leg complaints.,FUNCTIONAL EXAMINATION: , Gait has a normal stance and swing phase with no antalgic component to it.,INVESTIGATION: , She has had again multiple scans including a whole body bone scan, which showed abnormal uptake involving the femurs bilaterally. She has had increased uptake in the sacroiliac joint regions bilaterally. CT of the chest showed no evidence of recurrent metastatic disease. CT of the abdomen showed no evidence of metastatic disease. MRI of the lower hip joints showed heterogenous bone marrow signal in both proximal femurs. CT of the pelvis showed a trabecular pattern with healed metastases. CT of the orbits showed small amount of fluid in the mastoid air cells on the right, otherwise normal CT scan. MR of the brain showed no acute intracranial abnormalities and no significant interval changes.,IMPRESSION:,1. Small cell lung cancer with metastasis at the lower lumbar spine, pelvis, and both femurs.,2. Symptomatic facet and sacroiliac joint syndrome on the right.,3. Chronic pain syndrome.,RECOMMENDATIONS:, Dr. XYZ and I discussed with the patient her pathology. Dr. XYZ explained her although she does have lung cancer metastasis, she seems to be symptomatic with primarily pain at her lower lumbar facet and sacroiliac joints on the right. Secondary to the patient's significant pain complaints today, Dr. XYZ will plan on injecting her right sacroiliac and facet joints under fluoroscopy today. I explained the rationale for the procedure, possible complications, and she voiced understanding and wished to proceed. She understands that she is on warfarin therapy and that we generally do not perform injections while they are on this. We have asked for stat protime today. She is on a very small dose, she states she has had previous biopsies while on this before, and did not have any complications. She is on significant dose of narcotics already, however, she continues to have pain symptoms. Dr. XYZ advised that if she continues to have pain, even after this injection, she could put on an extra 50 mcg patch and take a couple of extra Percocet if needed. I will plan on evaluating her in the Clinic on Tuesday. I have also asked that she stop her Paxil, and we plan on starting her on Cymbalta instead. She voiced understanding and is in agreement with this plan. I have also asked her to get an x-ray of the lumbar spine for further evaluation. Physical exam, findings, history of present illness, and recommendations were performed with and in agreement with Dr. G's findings. Peripheral neuropathy of her left foot is most likely secondary to her chemo and radiation treatments.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Fracture dislocation, C2.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: ,Fracture dislocation, C2.,OPERATION PERFORMED,1. Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of comminuted C2 fracture.,2. Posterior spinal instrumentation C1-C3, using Synthes system.,3. Posterior cervical fusion C1-C3.,4. Insertion of morselized allograft at C1to C3.,ANESTHESIA:, GETA.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS:, 100 mL.,COMPLICATIONS: , None.,DRAINS: , Hemovac x1.,Spinal cord monitoring is stable throughout the entire case.,DISPOSITION:, Vital signs are stable, extubated and taken back to the ICU in a satisfactory and stable condition.,INDICATIONS FOR OPERATION:, The patient is a middle-aged female, who has had a significantly displaced C2 comminuted fracture. This is secondary to a motor vehicle accident and it was translated appropriately 1 cm. Risks and benefits have been conferred with the patient as well as the family, they wish to proceed. The patient was taken to the operating room for a C1-C3 posterior cervical fusion, instrumentation, open reduction and internal fixation.,OPERATION IN DETAIL: , After appropriate consent was obtained from the patient, the patient was wheeled back to the operating theater room #5. The patient was placed in the usual supine position and intubated and under general anesthesia without any difficulties. Spinal cord monitoring was induced. No changes were seen from the beginning to the end of the case.,Mayfield tongues were placed appropriately. This was placed in line with the pinna of the ear as well as a cm above the tip of the earlobes. The patient was subsequently rolled onto the fluoroscopic OSI table in the usual prone position with chest rolls. The patient's Mayfield tongue was fixated in the usual standard fashion. The patient was subsequently prepped and draped in the usual sterile fashion. Midline incision was extended from the base of the skull down to the C4 spinous process. Full thickness skin fascia developed. The fascia was incised at midline and the posterior elements at C1, C2, C3, as well as the inferior aspect of the occiput was exposed. Intraoperative x-ray confirmed the level to be C2.,Translaminar screws were placed at C2 bilaterally. Trajectory was completed with a hand drill and sounded in all four quadrants to make sure there was no violation of pedicles and once this was done, two 3.5 mm translaminar screws were placed bilaterally at C2. Good placement was seen both in the AP and lateral planes using fluoroscopy. Facet screws were then placed at C3. Using standard technique of Magerl, starting in the inferomedial quadrant 14 mm trajectories in the 25-degree caudad-cephalad direction as well as 25 degrees in the medial lateral direction was made. This was subsequently sounded in all four quadrants to make sure that there is no elevation of the trajectory. A 14 x 3.5 mm screws were then placed appropriately. Lateral masteries at C1 endplate were placed appropriately. The medial and lateral borders were demarcated with a Penfield. The great occipital nerve was retracted out the way. Starting point was made with a high-speed power bur and midline and lateral mass bilaterally. Using a 20-degree caudad-cephalad trajectory as well as 10-degree lateral-to-medial direction, the trajectory was completed in 8 mm increments, this was subsequently sounded in all four quadrants to make sure that there was no violation of the pedicle wall of the trajectory. Once this was done, 24 x 3.5 mm smooth Schanz screws were placed appropriately. Precontoured titanium rods were then placed between the screws at the C1, C2, C3 and casts were placed appropriately. Once this was done, all end caps were appropriately torqued. This completed the open reduction and internal fixation of the C2 fracture, which showed perfect alignment. It must be noted that the reduction was partially performed on the table using lateral fluoroscopy prior to the instrumentation, almost reducing the posterior vertebral margin of the odontoid fracture with the base of the C2 access. Once the screws were torqued bilaterally, good alignment was seen both in the AP and lateral planes using fluoroscopy, this completed instrumentation as well as open reduction and internal fixation of C2. The cervical fusion was completed by decorticating the posterior elements of C1, C2, and C3. Once this was done, the morselized allograft 30 mL of cortical cancellous bone chips with 10 mL of demineralized bone matrix was placed over the decorticated elements. The fascia was closed using interrupted #1 Vicryl suture figure-of-8. Superficial drain was placed appropriately. Good alignment of the instrumentation as well as of the fracture was seen both in the AP and lateral planes. The subcutaneous tissues were closed using a #2-0 Vicryl suture. The dermal edges were approximated using staples. The wound was then dressed sterilely using Bacitracin ointment, Xeroform, 4x4s, and tape, and the drain was connected appropriately. The patient was subsequently released with a Mayfield contraption and rolled on to the stretcher in the usual supine position. Mayfield tongues were subsequently released. No significant bleeding was appreciated. The patient was subsequently extubated uneventfully and taken back to the recovery room in satisfactory and stable condition. No complications arose.
Orthopedic
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
CC:, Falling.,HX:, This 67y/o RHF was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 9/1/95, by a local physician. For one year prior to the diagnosis, the patient experienced staggering gait, falls and episodes of lightheadedness. She also noticed that she was slowly "losing" her voice, and that her handwriting was becoming smaller and smaller. Two months prior to diagnosis, she began experienced bradykinesia, but denied any tremor. She noted no improvement on Sinemet, which was started in 9/95. At the time of presentation, 2/13/96, she continued to have problems with coordination and staggering gait. She felt weak in the morning and worse as the day progressed. She denied any fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, HA, change in vision, seizures or stroke like events, or problems with upper extremity coordination.,MEDS:, Sinemet CR 25/100 1tab TID, Lopressor 25mg qhs, Vitamin E 1tab TID, Premarin 1.25mg qd, Synthroid 0.75mg qd, Oxybutynin 2.5mg has, isocyamine 0.125mg qd.,PMH:, 1) Hysterectomy 1965. 2) Appendectomy 1950's. 3) Left CTR 1975 and Right CTR 1978. 4) Right oophorectomy 1949 for "tumor." 5) Bladder repair 1980 for unknown reason. 6) Hypothyroidism dx 4/94. 7) HTN since 1973.,FHX: ,Father died of MI, age 80. Mother died of MI, age73. Brother died of Brain tumor, age 9.,SHX: ,Retired employee of Champion Automotive Co.,Denies use of TOB/ETOH/Illicit drugs.,EXAM: ,BP (supine)182/113 HR (supine)94. BP (standing)161/91 HR (standing)79. RR16 36.4C.,MS: A&O to person, place and time. Speech fluent and without dysarthria. No comment regarding hypophonia.,CN: Pupils 5/5 decreasing to 2/2 on exposure to light. Disks flat. Remainder of CN exam unremarkable.,Motor: 5/5 strength throughout. NO tremor noted at rest or elicited upon movement or distraction,Sensory: Unremarkable PP/VIB testing.,Coord: Did not show sign of dysmetria, dyssynergia, or dysdiadochokinesia. There was mild decrement on finger tapping and clasping/unclasping hands (right worse than left).,Gait: Slow gait with difficulty turning on point. Difficulty initiating gait. There was reduced BUE swing on walking (right worse than left).,Station: 3-4step retropulsion.,Reflexes: 2/2 and symmetric throughout BUE and patellae. 1/1 Achilles. Plantar responses were flexor.,Gen Exam: Inremarkable. HEENT: unremarkable.,COURSE:, The patient continued Sinemet CR 25/100 1tab TID and was told to monitor orthostatic BP at home. The evaluating Neurologist became concerned that she may have Parkinsonism plus dysautonomia.,She was seen again on 5/28/96 and reported no improvement in her condition. In addition she complained of worsening lightheadedness upon standing and had an episode, 1 week prior to 5/28/96, in which she was at her kitchen table and became unable to move. There were no involuntary movements or alteration in sensorium/mental status. During the episode she recalled wanting to turn, but could not. Two weeks prior to 5/28/96 she had an episode of orthostatic syncope in which she struck her head during a fall. She discontinued Sinemet 5 days prior to 5/28/96 and felt better. She felt she was moving slower and that her micrographia had worsened. She had had recent difficulty rolling over in bed and has occasional falls when turning. She denied hypophonia, dysphagia or diplopia.,On EXAM: BP (supine)153/110 with HR 88. BP (standing)110/80 with HR 96. (+) Myerson's sign and mild hypomimia, but no hypophonia. There was normal blinking and EOM. Motor strength was full throughout. No resting tremor, but mild postural tremor present. No rigidity noted. Mild decrement on finger tapping noted. Reflexes were symmetric. No Babinski signs and no clonus. Gait was short stepped with mild anteroflexed posture. She was unable to turn on point. 3-4 step Retropulsion noted. The Parkinsonism had been unresponsive to Sinemet and she had autonomic dysfunction suggestive of Shy-Drager syndrome. It was recommended that she liberalize dietary salt use and lie with head of the bed elevate at 20-30 degrees at night. Indomethacin was suggested to improve BP in future.
Radiology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
CHIEF COMPLAINT:, A 5-month-old boy with cough.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:, A 5-month-old boy brought by his parents because of 2 days of cough. Mother took him when cough started 2 days go to Clinic where they told the mother he has viral infection and gave him Tylenol, but yesterday at night cough got worse and he also started having fever. Mother did not measure it.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS:, No vomiting. No diarrhea. He had runny nose started with the cough two days ago. No skin rash. No cyanosis. Pulling on his right ear. Feeding, he is bottle-fed 2 ounces every 2 hours. Mother states he urinates like 5 to 6 times a day, stools 1 time a day. He is still feeding good to mom.,IMMUNIZATIONS: , He received first set of shot and due for the second set on 01/17/2008.,BIRTH HISTORY:, He was premature at 33 weeks born at Hospital kept in NICU for 2 weeks for feeding problem as the mother said. Mother had good prenatal care at 4 weeks for more than 12 visits. No complications during pregnancy. Rupture of membranes happened two days before the labor. Mother received the antibiotics, but she is not sure, if she received steroids also or not.,FAMILY HISTORY: , No history of asthma or lung disease.,SOCIAL HISTORY: , Lives with parents and with two siblings, one 18-year-old and the other is 14-year-old in house, in Corrales. They have animals, but outside the house and father smokes outside house. No sick contacts as the mother said.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:, No hospitalizations.,ALLERGIES: , NO KNOWN DRUG ALLERGIES.,MEDICATIONS: , No medications.,History of 2 previous ear infection, last one was in last November treated with ear drops, because there was pus coming from the right ear as the mother said.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: ,VITAL SIGNS: Temperature 100.1, heart rate 184, respiratory rate 48. Weight 7 kg.,GENERAL: In no acute distress.,HEAD: Normocephalic and atraumatic. Open, soft, and flat anterior fontanelle.,NECK: Supple.,NOSE: Dry secretions.,EAR: Right ear full of yellowish material most probably pus and necrotic tissue. Tympanic membrane bilaterally visualized.,MOUTH: No pharyngitis. No ulcers. Moist mucous membranes.,CHEST: Bilateral audible breath sound. No wheezes. No palpitation.,HEART: Regular rate and rhythm with no murmur.,ABDOMEN: Soft, nontender, and nondistended.,GENITOURINARY: Tanner I male with descended testes.,EXTREMITIES: Capillary refill less than 2 seconds.,LABS:, White blood cell 8.1, hemoglobin 10.5, hematocrit 30.9, and platelets 380,000. CRP 6, segments 41, and bands 41. RSV positive. Chest x-ray evidenced bronchiolitis with hyperinflation and bronchial wall thickening in the central hilar region. Subsegmental atelectasis in the right upper lobe and left lung base.,ASSESSMENT:, A 5-month-old male with 2 days of cough and 1 day of fever. Chest x-ray shows bronchiolitis with atelectasis, and RSV antigen is positive.,DIAGNOSES: , Respiratory syncytial virus bronchiolitis with right otitis externa.,PLAN: , Plan was to admit to bronchiolitis pathway, and ciprofloxacin for right otitis externa eardrops twice daily.,
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Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Blocked ventriculoperitoneal shunt.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Blocked ventriculoperitoneal shunt.,PROCEDURE: , Ventriculoperitoneal shunt revision with replacement of ventricular catheter and flushing of the distal end.,ANESTHESIA: , General.,HISTORY: , The patient is nonverbal. He is almost 3 years old. He presented with 2 months of irritability, vomiting, and increasing seizures. CT scan was not conclusive, but shuntogram shows no flow through the shunt.,DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE: , After induction of general anesthesia, the patient was placed supine on the operating room table with his head turned to the left. Scalp was clipped. He was prepped on the head, neck, chest and abdomen with ChloraPrep. Incisions were infiltrated with 0.5% Xylocaine with epinephrine 1:200,000. He received oxacillin.,He was then reprepped and draped in a sterile manner.,The frontal incision was reopened and extended along the valve. Subcutaneous sharp dissection with Bovie cautery was done to expose the shunt parts. I separated the ventricular catheter from the valve, and this was a medium pressure small contour Medtronic valve. There was some flow from the ventricular catheter, but not as much as I would expect. I removed the right-angled clip with a curette and then pulled out the ventricular catheter, and there was gushing of CSF under high pressure. So, I do believe that the catheter was obstructed, although inspection of the old catheter holes did not show any specific obstructions. A new Codman BACTISEAL catheter was placed through the same hole. I replaced it several times because I wanted to be sure it was in the cavity. It entered easily and there was still just intermittent flow of CSF. The catheter irrigated very well and seemed to be patent.,I tested the distal system with an irrigation filled feeding tube, and there was excellent flow through the distal valve and catheter. So I did not think it was necessary to replace those at this time. The new catheter was trimmed to a total length of 8 cm and attached to the proximal end of the valve. The valve connection was secured to the pericranium with a #2-0 Ethibond suture. The wound was irrigated with bacitracin irrigation. The shunt pumped and refilled well. The wound was then closed with #4-0 Vicryl interrupted galeal suture and Steri-Strips on the skin. It was uncertain whether this will correct the problem or not, but we will continue to evaluate. If his abdominal pressure is too high, then he may need a different valve. This will be determined over time, but at this time, the shunt seemed to empty and refill easily. The patient tolerated the procedure well. No complications. Sponge and needle counts were correct. Blood loss was minimal. None replaced.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
CC:, Progressive visual loss.,HX:, 76 y/o male suddenly became anosmic following shoulder surgery 13 years prior to this presentation. He continues to be anosmic, but has also recently noted decreased vision OD. He denies any headaches, weakness, numbness, weight loss, or nasal discharge.,MEDS:, none.,PMH:, 1) Diabetes Mellitus dx 1 year ago. 2) Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, s/p TURP. 3) Right shoulder surgery (?DJD).,FHX:, noncontributory.,SHX:, Denies history of Tobacco/ETOH/illicit drug use.,EXAM:, BP132/66 HR78 RR16 36.0C,MS: A&O to person, place, and time. No other specifics given in Neurosurgery/Otolaryngology/Neuro-ophthalmology notes.,CN: Visual acuity has declined from 20/40 to 20/400, OD; 20/30, OS. No RAPD. EOM was full and smooth and without nystagmus. Goldmann visual fields revealed a central scotoma and enlarged blind spot OD and OS (OD worse) with a normal periphery. Intraocular pressures were 15/14 (OD/OS). There was moderate pallor of the disc, OD. Facial sensation was decreased on the right side (V1 distribution).,Motor/Sensory/Coord/Station/Gait: were all unremarkable.,Reflexes: 2/2 and symmetric throughout. Plantars were flexor, bilaterally.,Gen Exam: unremarkable.,COURSE:, MRI Brain, 10/7/92, revealed: a large 6x5x6cm slightly heterogeneous, mostly isointense lesion on both T1 and T2 weighted images arising from the planum sphenoidale and olfactory groove. The mass extends approximately 3.6cm superior to the planum into both frontal regions with edema in both frontal lobes. The mass extends 2.5cm inferiorly involving the ethmoid sinuses with resultant obstruction of the sphenoid and frontal sinuses.,It also extends into the superomedial aspect of the right maxillary sinus. There is probable partial encasement of both internal carotid arteries just above the siphon. The optic nerves are difficult to visualize but there is also probable encasement of these structures as well. The mass enhances significantly with gadolinium contrast. These finds are consistent with Meningioma.,The patient underwent excision of this tumor by simultaneous bifrontal craniotomy and lateral rhinotomy following an intrasinus biopsy which confirmed the meningioma. Postoperatively, he lost visual acuity, OS, but this gradually returned to baseline. His 9/6/96 neuro-ophthalmology evaluation revealed visual acuity of 20/25-3 (OD) and 20/80-2 (OS). His visual fields continued to abnormal, but improved and stable when compared to 10/92. His anosmia never resolved.
Radiology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
Patient had a normal MRI and normal neurological examination on August 24, 2010.,Assessment for peripheral vestibular function follows:,Most clinical tests were completed with difficulty and poor cooperation.,OTOSCOPY:, showed bilateral intact tympanic membranes with central Weber test and bilateral positive Rinne.,ROMBERG TEST:, maintained postural stability with difficulty.,Frenzel glasses examination: no spontaneous, end gaze nystagmus.,DIX-HALLPIKE:, showed no positional nystagmus excluding benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.,HEAD SHAKING AND VESTIBULOCULAR REFLEX [HALMAGYI TEST]:, were done with difficulty a short corrective saccades may give the possibility if having a decompensated vestibular hypofunction. ,IMPRESSION:, Decompensation vestibular hypofunction documented by further electronystagmography and caloric testing. ,PLAN:, Booked for electronystagmography and advised to continue with her vestibular rehabilitation exercises, in addition to supportive medical treatment in the form of betahistine 24 mg twice a day.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR CONSULT: , Essential tremor and torticollis.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , This is a 62-year-old right-handed now left-handed white female with tremor since 5th grade. She remembers that the tremors started in her right hand around that time subsequently later on in early 20s she was put on propranolol for the tremor and more recently within the last 10 years she has been put on primidone and clonazepam. She thinks that her clonazepam is helping her a lot especially with anxiety and stress, and this makes the tremor better. She has a lot of trouble with her writing because of tremor but does not report as much problem with other activities of daily living like drinking from a cup and doing her day-to-day activity. Since around 6 to 7 years, she has had a head tremor, which is mainly "no- no" and occasional voice tremor also. Additionally, the patient has been diagnosed with migraine headaches without aura, which are far and few apart. She also has some stress incontinence. Last MRI brain was done in 2001 reportedly normal.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS:,1. Klonopin 0.5 mg twice a day.,2. Primidone 100 mg b.i.d.,3. Propranolol long-acting 80 mg once in the morning.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY: , Essential tremor, cervical dystonia, endometriosis, migraine headaches without aura, left ear sensorineural deafness, and basal cell carcinoma resection on the nose.,PAST SURGICAL HISTORY: , L5-S1 lumbar laminectomy in 1975, exploratory laparotomy in 1967, tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy, and anal fissure surgery in 1975.,FAMILY HISTORY: , Both parents have ET and hypertension. Maternal cousin with lupus.,SOCIAL HISTORY: , Denies any smoking or alcohol. She is married since 44 years, has 3 children. She used to work as a labor and delivery nurse up until early 2001 when she retired.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS: , No fever, chills, nausea or vomiting. No visual complaints. She complains of hearing decreased on the left. No chest pain or shortness of breath. No constipation. She does give a history of urge incontinence. No rashes. No depressive symptoms.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:,VITAL SIGNS: Blood pressure is 131/72, pulse is 50, and weight is 71.3 kg. HEENT: PERRLA. EOMI. CARDIOVASCULAR: S1 and S2 normal. Regular rate and rhythm. She does have a rash over the right ankle with a prior basal cell carcinoma was resected. NEUROLOGIC: Alert and oriented x4. Speech shows a voice tremor occasionally. Language is intact. Cranial nerves II through XII intact. Motor examination showed 5/5 power in all extremities with minimal increased tone. Sensory examination was intact to light touch. Reflexes were brisk bilaterally, but they were equal and both toes were downgoing. Her coordination showed minimal intentional component to bilateral finger-to-nose. Gait was intact. Lot of swing on Romberg's. The patient did have a tremor both upper extremities, right more than left. She did have a head tremor, which was no-no variety, and she had a minimal torticollis with her head twisted to the left.,ASSESSMENT AND PLAN: , This 62-year-old white female has essential tremor and mild torticollis. Tremor not bothersome for most activities of daily living, but she does have a great difficulty writing, which is totally illegible. The patient did not wish to change any of her medication doses at this point. We will go ahead and check MRI brain, and we will get the films later. We will see her back in 3 months. Also, the patient declined any possible Botox for the mild torticollis she has at this point.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease.,2. Pelvic adhesions.,3. Pelvic pain.,4. Fibroid uterus.,5. Enterocele.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES:,1. Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease.,2. Pelvic adhesions.,3. Pelvic pain.,4. Fibroid uterus.,5. Enterocele.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED:,1. Laparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy, bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy.,2. McCall's culdoplasty.,3. Cystoscopy.,ANESTHESIA: , General endotracheal.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS: , 350 cc.,INDICATIONS: ,The patient is a 45-year-old Caucasian female with complaints of long standing pelvic pain throughout the menstrual cycle and worse with menstruation, uncontrolled with Anaprox DS also with complaints of dyspareunia. On laparoscopy in May of 2003, PID, adenomyosis, and uterine fibroids were demonstrated. The patient desires definitive treatment.,FINDINGS AT THE TIME OF SURGERY: ,Uterus was retroverted and somewhat boggy on bimanual examination without any palpable adnexal abnormalities. On laparoscopic examination, the uterus was quite soft and boggy consistent with the uterine adenomyosis. There was also evidence of fibroid change in the right fundal aspect of the uterus. There was a white exudative material covering the uterus as well as bilateral ovaries and fallopian tubes. There were filmy adhesions to the right pelvic side wall, as well as left pelvic side wall.,PROCEDURE: , The patient taken to the operative suite where anesthesia was found to be adequate. She was then prepared and draped in the normal sterile fashion. A Foley catheter was initially placed and was noted to be draining clear to yellow urine. A weighted speculum was placed in the patient's vagina. The bladder was elevated and the anterior lip of the cervix was grasped with a vulsellum tenaculum. The uterus sounded to 7 cm and the cervix was then progressively dilated. A #20 Hank dilator, which was left within the cervix used in conjunction with the vulsellum tenaculum as a uterine manipulator. At this time, after the gloves were changed, attention was then turned to the patient's abdomen. A small approximately 1 cm infraumbilical incision was made with the scalpel. A Veress needle was then inserted through this incision and a pneumoperitoneum was created with CO2 gas with appropriate volumes and pressures. A #10 mm step trocar was then inserted through this site and intraabdominal placing was confirmed with the laparoscope. On entrance into the patient's abdomen and pelvis, survey of the abdomen and pelvis revealed the operative area to be relatively free of adhesions except for the right pelvic saddle in which there were filmy adhesions. There was also white exudate noted covering the surface of the uterus and adnexa and the uterus had a quite boggy appearance. At this time, under transillumination in the left anterior axillary line, a second incision was made with a scalpel and through this site a #12 mm step trocar was inserted under direct visualization by the laparoscope. A third incision was made in the right anterior axillary line under transillumination and through this site a second #12 mm step trocar was placed under direct visualization by the laparoscope. Then 2 cm above the pubic symphysis in the midline and fourth incision was made and a #5 mm step trocar was inserted through this site. The uterus was elevated and deviated to the patient's right and infundibulopelvic ligament on the left was placed on tension with the aid of a grasper. The Endo-GIA was placed through the left sided port and was fired was to cross the infundibulopelvic ligament and down passed to the level of the round ligament, transecting and stapling at the same time. Attention was then turned to the right adnexa.,The uterus was brought over to the patient's left and the right infundibulopelvic ligament was placed on tension with the aid of a grasper. An Endo-GIA was used to transect and staple this vasculature and down passed to the level of round ligament. At this time, there was noted to be a small remnant of the round ligament on the right and a Harmonic scalpel was used to complete the transection and was found to be hemostatic. In addition, on the left the same procedure was performed to completely transect the round ligament on the left and a good hemostasis was noted. At this time, the uterus was dropped and the vesicouterine peritoneum was grasped with graspers. The bladder was then dissected off of the lower uterine segment with the aid of a Harmonic scalpel and hemostasis was appreciated. The anterior cervix of the uterus was scored in the midline up to the level of the fundus with the aid of a Harmonic scalpel and then out to the adnexa bilaterally to aid in orientation during the vaginal portion of the procedure. At this time, copious suction irrigation was performed and the operative sites were found to be hemostatic. The pneumoperitoneum was the evacuated and the attention was then turned to the vaginal portion of the procedure. The weighted speculum was placed into the patient's vagina. At this time, the Foley catheter was noted to have ________ and there was noted to be a small puncture site noted into the Foley bulb. The Foley catheter was replaced and the bladder was to be filled at a later time with methylene blue to rule out any bladder injury during the laparoscopic part of the procedure. The cervix was then grasped from right to left with a Lahey clamps and the anterior vaginal mucosa was placed on stretch with aid of Allis clamps. The vaginal mucosa anteriorly was then incised with aid of a scalpel from the 9 o'clock position to 3 o'clock position. The anterior vaginal mucosa and bladder were suctioned and were then dissected away from the lower uterine segment with the aid of Mayo scissors and blunt dissection until anteriorly the peritoneal cavity was entered at which time the peritoneal incision was extended bluntly. Next, using Lahey clamps serially following the ________ placed by the Harmonic scalpel from above were followed up to the pubic uterine fundus until the uterus was delivered into the vagina anteriorly. At this time, two curved Heaney clamps were placed across the uterine artery on the right. This was then transected and suture ligated with #0 Vicryl suture. The second clamp was advanced to incorporate the cardinal ligament complex and this was then transected and suture ligated with #0 Vicryl suture. Attention was then turned to the left uterine artery which was again doubly clamped with curved Heaney clamps, transected and suture ligated with #0 Vicryl suture. This second clamp was then advanced to capture the vasculature and the cardinal ligament complex. This was again transected and suture ligated with #0 Vicryl suture.,Next, the uterosacral were clamped off with the curved Heaney clamps and this clamp was met in the midline by another clamp just underneath the cervix and clamping off of the vaginal cuff. Next the uterus, ovaries and cervix were transected away from the vaginal cuff with the aid of double pointed scissors and this specimen was handed off to pathology. At this time, the bladder was instilled with approximately 800 cc of methylene blue and there was no evidence of any leak of blue dye as could be seen from the prospective of the vaginal portion of the procedure. Next, the posterior vaginal cuff and posterior peritoneum were incorporated in a running lock stitch of #0 Chromic beginning at the 9'o clock position over to the 3'o clock position. Next, the anterior vaginal mucosa was grasped with the Allis clamp and the peritoneum was identified anteriorly. The angles of the vaginal cuff were then closed with #0 Chromic suture figure-of-eight stitch with care taken to incorporate the anterior vaginal mucosa, the anterior peritoneum, and the previously closed posterior vaginal mucosa and the posterior peritoneum. Two additional sutures medially were placed and these were tagged and not tied in place. A #0 Vicryl suture on a UR6 needle was used to perform the McCall's culdoplasty type approximation with the vaginal cuff to open and the uterosacral ligament visualized. This was then tied in place and the remainder of the vaginal cuff was closed with #0 Chromic suture with figure-of-eight stitches. At this time, the gloves were changed and attention was returned to the laparoscopic portion of the procedure at which time the abdomen was re-insufflated and the patient was placed in Trendelenburg. The bowel was moved out of the way and copious suction irrigation was performed and all operative areas were noted to be hemostatic. The bladder was again filled with approximately 400 cc methylene blue and from the laparoscopic ________ point there was no evidence of leakage of blue dye at this time. The pneumoperitoneum was then evacuated and a cystoscopy was performed filling the bladder with approximately 400 cc of normal saline and there was noted to be a pinpoint perforation right on bladder dome which was found to be hemostatic and was not found to have any leakage at this time. The bladder was then drained and the Foley catheter was replaced and after gloves changed, attention was turned to the abdomen with the laparoscopic instruments removed from the patient's abdomen. The skin incisions were closed with #4-0 undyed Vicryl in a subcuticular fashion. Approximately 10 cc of 0.25% Marcaine in total were injected at incision site for additional analgesia. The Steri-Strips were placed. The patient tolerated the procedure well and taken to recovery in stable condition. Sponge, lap, and needle counts were correct x2. The specimens include the uterus, cervix, bilateral ovaries, and fallopian tubes. The patient will have her Foley catheter maintained for approximately 7 to 10 days.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
CT ABDOMEN WITH CONTRAST AND CT PELVIS WITH CONTRAST,REASON FOR EXAM: , Generalized abdominal pain with swelling at the site of the ileostomy.,TECHNIQUE:, Axial CT images of the abdomen and pelvis were obtained utilizing 100 mL of Isovue-300.,CT ABDOMEN: ,The liver, spleen, pancreas, adrenal glands, and kidneys are unremarkable. Punctate calcifications in the gallbladder lumen likely represent a gallstone.,CT PELVIS: ,Postsurgical changes of a left lower quadrant ileostomy are again seen. There is no evidence for an obstruction. A partial colectomy and diverting ileostomy is seen within the right lower quadrant. The previously seen 3.4 cm subcutaneous fluid collection has resolved. Within the left lower quadrant, a 3.4 cm x 2.5 cm loculated fluid collection has not significantly changed. This is adjacent to the anastomosis site and a pelvic abscess cannot be excluded. No obstruction is seen. The appendix is not clearly visualized. The urinary bladder is unremarkable.,IMPRESSION:,1. Resolution of the previously seen subcutaneous fluid collection.,2. Left pelvic 3.4 cm fluid collection has not significantly changed in size or appearance. These findings may be due to a pelvic abscess.,3. Right lower quadrant ileostomy has not significantly changed.,4. Cholelithiasis.
Gastroenterology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
Her evaluation today reveals restriction in the range of motion of the cervical and lumbar region with tenderness and spasms of the paraspinal musculature. Motor strength was 5/5 on the MRC scale. Reflexes were 2+ and symmetrical. Palpable trigger points were noted bilaterally in the trapezius and lumbar paraspinal musculature bilaterally.,Palpable trigger points were noted on today's evaluation. She is suffering from ongoing myofascitis. Her treatment plan will consist of a series of trigger point injections, which were performed today. She tolerated the procedure well. I have asked her to ice the region intermittently for 15 minutes off and on x 3. She will be followed in four weeks' time for repeat trigger point injections if indicated.,
Office Notes
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Malignant pleural effusion, left, with dyspnea.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Malignant pleural effusion, left, with dyspnea.,PROCEDURE: ,Thoracentesis, left.,DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE: , The patient was brought to the recovery area of the operating room. After obtaining the informed consent, the patient's posterior left chest wall was prepped and draped in usual fashion. Xylocaine 1% was infiltrated above the seventh intercostal space in the midscapular line. Initially, I tried to use the thoracentesis set after 1% Xylocaine had been infiltrated, but the needle of the system was just too short to reach the pleural cavity due to the patient's very thick chest wall. Therefore, I had to use a #18 spinal needle, which I had to use almost in its entire length to reach the fluid. From then on, I proceeded manually to withdraw 2000 mL of a light milky fluid.,The patient tolerated the procedure fairly well, but almost at the end of it she said that she was feeling like fainting and therefore we carefully withdrew the needle. At that time, it was getting difficult to withdraw fluid anyway and we allowed her to lie down and after a few minutes the patient was feeling fine. At any rate, we gave her bolus of 250 mL of normal saline and the patient returned to her room for additional hours of observation. We then thought that if she was doing fine, then we will send her home.,A chest x-ray was performed after the procedure which showed a dramatic reduction of the amount of pleural fluid and then there was no pneumothorax or no other obvious complications of her procedure.,
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
DISCHARGE DIAGNOSES:,1. Acute cerebrovascular accident/left basal ganglia and deep white matter of the left parietal lobe.,2. Hypertension.,3. Urinary tract infection.,4. Hypercholesterolemia.,PROCEDURES:,1. On 3/26/2006, portable chest, single view. Impression: atherosclerotic change in the aortic knob.,2. On 3/26/2006, chest, portable, single view. Impression: Mild tortuosity of the thoracic aorta, maybe secondary to hypertension; right lateral costophrenic angle is not evaluated due to positioning of the patient.,3. On March 27, 2006, swallowing study: Normal swallowing study with minimal penetration with thin liquids.,4. On March 26, 2006, head CT without contrast: 1) Air-fluid level in the right maxillary sinus suggestive of acute sinusitis; 2) A 1.8-cm oval, low density mass in the dependent portion of the left maxillary sinus is consistent with a retention cyst; 3) Mucoparietal cell thickening in the right maxillary sinus and ethmoid sinuses.,4. IV contrast CT scan of the head is unremarkable.,5. On 3/26/2006, MRI/MRA of the neck and brain, with and without contrast: 1) Changes consistent with an infarct involving the right basal ganglia and deep white matter of the left parietal lobe, as described above; 2) Diffuse smooth narrowing of the left middle cerebral artery that may be a congenital abnormality. Clinical correlation is necessary.,6. On March 27th, echocardiogram with bubble study. Impression: Normal left ventricular systolic function with estimated left ventricular ejection fraction of 55%. There is mild concentric left ventricular hypertrophy. The left atrial size is normal with a negative bubble study.,7. On March 27, 2006, carotid duplex ultrasound showed: 1) Grade 1 carotid stenosis on the right; 2) No evidence of carotid stenosis on the left.,HISTORY AND PHYSICAL: ,This is a 56-year-old white male with a history of hypertension for 15 years, untreated. The patient woke up at 7: 15 a.m. on March 26 with the sudden onset of right-sided weakness of his arm, hand, leg and foot and also with a right facial droop, right hand numbness on the dorsal side, left face numbness and slurred speech. The patient was brought by EMS to emergency room. The patient was normal before he went to bed the prior night. He was given aspirin in the ER. The CT of the brain without contrast did not show any changes. He could not have a CT with contrast because the machine was broken. He went ahead and had the MRI/MRA of the brain and neck, which showed infarct involving the right basal ganglia and deep white matter of the left parietal lobe. Also, there is diffuse smooth narrowing of the left middle cerebral artery.,The patient was admitted to the MICU.,HOSPITAL COURSE PER PROBLEM LIST:,1. Acute cerebrovascular accident: The patient was not a candidate for tissue plasminogen activator. A neurology consult was obtained from Dr. S. She agrees with our treatment for this patient. The patient was on aspirin 325 mg and also on Zocor 20 mg once a day. We also ordered fasting blood lipids, which showed cholesterol of 165, triglycerides 180, HDL cholesterol 22, LDL cholesterol 107. Dr. Farber agreed to treat the risk factors, to not treat blood pressure for the first two weeks of the stroke. We put the patient on p.r.n. labetalol only for systolic blood pressure greater than 200, diastolic blood pressure greater than 120. The patient's blood pressure has been stable and he did not need any blood pressure medications. His right leg kept improving with increased muscle strength and it was 4-5/5, however, his right upper extremity did not improve much and was 0-1/5. His slurred speech has been improved a little bit. The patient started PT, OT and speech therapy on the second day of hospitalization. The patient was transferred out to a regular floor on the same day of admission based on his stable neurologic exam. Also, we added Aggrenox for secondary stroke prevention, suggested by Dr. F. Echocardiogram was ordered and showed normal left ventricular function with bubble study that was negative. Carotid ultrasound only showed mild stenosis on the right side. EKG did not show any changes, so the patient will be transferred to Siskin Rehabilitation Hospital today on Aggrenox for secondary stroke prevention. He will not need blood pressure treatment unless systolic is greater than 220, diastolic greater than 120, for the first week of his stroke. On discharge, on his neurologic exam, he has a right facial palsy from the eye below, he has right upper extremity weakness with 0-1/5 muscle strength, right leg is 4-5/5, improved slurred speech.,2. Hypertension: As I mentioned in item #1, see above, his blood pressure has been stable. This did not need any treatment.,3. Urinary tract infection: The patient had urinalysis on March 26th, which showed a large amount of leukocyte esterase, small amount of blood with red blood cells 34, white blood cells 41, moderate amount of bacteria. The patient was started on Cipro 250 mg p.o. b.i.d. on March 26th. He needs to finish seven days of antibiotic treatment for his UTI. Urine culture and sensitivity were negative.,4. Hypercholesterolemia: The patient was put on Zocor 20 mg p.o. daily. The goal LDL for this patient will be less than 70. His LDL currently is 107, HDL is 22, triglycerides 180, cholesterol is 165.,CONDITION ON DISCHARGE:, Stable.,ACTIVITY: ,As tolerated.,DIET:, Low-fat, low-salt, cardiac diet.,DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:,1. Take medications regularly.,2. PT, OT, speech therapist to evaluate and treat at Siskin Rehab Hospital.,3. Continue Cipro for an additional two days for his UTI.,DISCHARGE MEDICATIONS:,1. Cipro 250 mg, one tablet p.o. b.i.d. for an additional two days.,2. Aggrenox, one tablet p.o. b.i.d.,3. Docusate sodium 100 mg, one cap p.o. b.i.d.,4. Zocor 20 mg, one tablet p.o. at bedtime.,5. Prevacid 30 mg p.o. once a day.,FOLLOW UP:,1. The patient needs to follow up with Rehabilitation Hospital after he is discharged from there.,2. The patient can call the Clinic if he needs a follow up appointment with us, or the patient can find a primary care physician since he has insurance.
General Medicine
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Abdominal wall abscess.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Abdominal wall abscess.,PROCEDURE: , Incision and drainage (I&D) of abdominal abscess, excisional debridement of nonviable and viable skin, subcutaneous tissue and muscle, then removal of foreign body.,ANESTHESIA: , LMA.,INDICATIONS: , Patient is a pleasant 60-year-old gentleman, who initially had a sigmoid colectomy for diverticular abscess, subsequently had a dehiscence with evisceration. Came in approximately 36 hours ago with pain across his lower abdomen. CT scan demonstrated presence of an abscess beneath the incision. I recommended to the patient he undergo the above-named procedure. Procedure, purpose, risks, expected benefits, potential complications, alternatives forms of therapy were discussed with him, and he was agreeable to surgery.,FINDINGS:, The patient was found to have an abscess that went down to the level of the fascia. The anterior layer of the fascia was fibrinous and some portions necrotic. This was excisionally debrided using the Bovie cautery, and there were multiple pieces of suture within the wound and these were removed as well.,TECHNIQUE: ,Patient was identified, then taken into the operating room, where after induction of appropriate anesthesia, his abdomen was prepped with Betadine solution and draped in a sterile fashion. The wound opening where it was draining was explored using a curette. The extent of the wound marked with a marking pen and using the Bovie cautery, the abscess was opened and drained. I then noted that there was a significant amount of undermining. These margins were marked with a marking pen, excised with Bovie cautery; the curette was used to remove the necrotic fascia. The wound was irrigated; cultures sent prior to irrigation and after achievement of excellent hemostasis, the wound was packed with antibiotic-soaked gauze. A dressing was applied. The finished wound size was 9.0 x 5.3 x 5.2 cm in size. Patient tolerated the procedure well. Dressing was applied, and he was taken to recovery room in stable condition.
Gastroenterology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
EXAM:, Renal ultrasound.,HISTORY: , Renal failure, neurogenic bladder, status-post cystectomy.,TECHNIQUE: , Multiple ultrasonographic images of the kidneys were obtained in the transverse and longitudinal planes.,COMPARISON:, Most recently obtained mm/dd/yy.,FINDINGS:, The right kidney measures 12 x 5.2 x 4.6 cm and the left kidney measures 12.2 x 6.2 x 4.4 cm. The imaged portions of the kidneys fail to demonstrate evidence of mass, hydronephrosis or calculus. There is no evidence of cortical thinning.,Incidentally there is a rounded low-attenuation mass within the inferior aspect of the right lobe of the liver measuring 2.1 x 1.5 x 1.9 cm which has suggestion of some peripheral blood flow.,IMPRESSION:,1. No evidence of hydronephrosis.,2. Mass within the right lobe of the liver. The patient apparently has a severe iodine allergy. Further evaluation with MRI is recommended.,3. The results of this examination were given to XXX in Dr. XXX office on mm/dd/yy at XXX,
Nephrology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR CONSULTATION:, Cardiomyopathy and hypotension.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:, I am seeing the patient upon the request of Dr. X. The patient is very well known to me, an 81-year-old lady with dementia, a native American with coronary artery disease with prior bypass, reduced LV function, recurrent admissions for diarrhea and hypotension several times in November and was admitted yesterday because of having diarrhea with hypotension and acute renal insufficiency secondary to that. Because of her pre-existing coronary artery disease and cardiomyopathy with EF of about 30%, we were consulted to evaluate the patient. The patient denies any chest pain or chest pressure. Denies any palpitations. No bleeding difficulty. No dizzy spells.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS:,CONSTITUTIONAL: No fever or chills.,EYES: No visual disturbances.,ENT: No difficulty swallowing.,CARDIOVASCULAR: Basically, no angina or chest pressure. No palpitations.,RESPIRATORY: No wheezes.,GI: No abdominal pain, although she had diarrhea.,GU: No specific symptoms.,MUSCULOSKELETAL: Have sores on the back.,NEUROLOGIC: Have dementia.,All other systems are otherwise unremarkable as far as the patient can give me information.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:,1. Positive for coronary artery disease for about two to three years.,2. Hypertension.,3. Anemia.,4. Chronic renal insufficiency.,5. Congestive heart failure with EF of 25% to 30%.,6. Osteoporosis.,7. Compression fractures.,8. Diabetes mellitus.,9. Hypothyroidism.,PAST SURGICAL HISTORY:,1. Coronary artery bypass grafting x3 in 2008.,2. Cholecystectomy.,3. Amputation of the right second toe.,4. ICD implantation.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS AT HOME:,1. Amoxicillin.,2. Clavulanic acid or Augmentin every 12 hours.,3. Clopidogrel 75 mg daily.,4. Simvastatin 20 mg daily.,5. Sodium bicarbonate 650 mg twice daily.,6. Gabapentin 300 mg.,7. Levothyroxine once daily.,8. Digoxin 125 mcg daily.,9. Fenofibrate 145 mg daily.,10. Aspirin 81 mg daily.,11. Raloxifene once daily.,12. Calcium carbonate and alendronate.,13. Metoprolol 25 mg daily.,14. Brimonidine ophthalmic once daily.,ALLERGIES: , She has no known allergies.,FAMILY HISTORY:
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR THE VISIT:, Very high PT/INR.,HISTORY: , The patient is an 81-year-old lady whom I met last month when she came in with pneumonia and CHF. She was noticed to be in atrial fibrillation, which is a chronic problem for her. She did not want to have Coumadin started because she said that she has had it before and the INR has had been very difficult to regulate to the point that it was dangerous, but I convinced her to restart the Coumadin again. I gave her the Coumadin as an outpatient and then the INR was found to be 12. So, I told her to come to the emergency room to get vitamin K to reverse the anticoagulation.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:,1. Congestive heart failure.,2. Renal insufficiency.,3. Coronary artery disease.,4. Atrial fibrillation.,5. COPD.,6. Recent pneumonia.,7. Bladder cancer.,8. History of ruptured colon.,9. Myocardial infarction.,10. Hernia repair.,11. Colon resection.,12. Carpal tunnel repair.,13. Knee surgery.,MEDICATIONS:,1. Coumadin.,2. Simvastatin.,3. Nitrofurantoin.,4. Celebrex.,5. Digoxin.,6. Levothyroxine.,7. Vicodin.,8. Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide.,9. Carvedilol.,SOCIAL HISTORY: ,She does not smoke and she does not drink.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:,GENERAL: Lady in no distress.,VITAL SIGNS: Blood pressure 100/46, pulse of 75, respirations 12, and temperature 98.2.,HEENT: Head is normal.,NECK: Supple.,LUNGS: Clear to auscultation and percussion.,HEART: No S3, no S4, and no murmurs.,ABDOMEN: Soft.,EXTREMITIES: Lower extremities, no edema.,ASSESSMENT:,1. Atrial fibrillation.,2. Coagulopathy, induced by Coumadin.,PLAN: , Her INR at the office was 12. I will repeat it, and if it is still elevated, I will give vitamin K 10 mg in 100 mL of D5W and then send her home and repeat the PT/INR next week. I believe at this time that it is too risky to use Coumadin in her case because of her age and comorbidities, the multiple medications that she takes and it is very difficult to keep an adequate level of anticoagulation that is safe for her. She is prone to a fall and this would be a big problem. We will use one aspirin a day instead of the anticoagulation. She is aware of the risk of stroke, but she is very scared of the anticoagulation with Coumadin and does not want to use the Coumadin at this time and I understand. We will see her as an outpatient.
Cardiovascular / Pulmonary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
ADMITTING DIAGNOSIS: , Intractable migraine with aura.,DISCHARGE DIAGNOSIS:, Migraine with aura.,SECONDARY DIAGNOSES:,1. Bipolar disorder.,2. Iron deficiency anemia.,3. Anxiety disorder.,4. History of tubal ligation.,PROCEDURES DURING THIS HOSPITALIZATION:,1. CT of the head with and without contrast, which was negative.,2. An MRA of the head and neck with and without contrast also negative.,3. The CTA of the neck also read as negative.,4. The patient also underwent a lumbar puncture in the Emergency Department, which was grossly unremarkable though an opening pressure was not obtained.,HOME MEDICATIONS:,1. Vicodin 5/500 p.r.n.,2. Celexa 40 mg daily.,3. Phenergan 25 mg p.o. p.r.n.,4. Abilify 10 mg p.o. daily.,5. Klonopin 0.5 mg p.o. b.i.d.,6. Tramadol 30 mg p.r.n.,7. Ranitidine 150 mg p.o. b.i.d.,ALLERGIES:, SULFA drugs.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , The patient is a 25-year-old right-handed Caucasian female who presented to the emergency department with sudden onset of headache occurring at approximately 11 a.m. on the morning of the July 31, 2008. She described the headache as worse in her life and it was also accompanied by blurry vision and scotoma. The patient also perceived some swelling in her face. Once in the Emergency Department, the patient underwent a very thorough evaluation and examination. She was given the migraine cocktail. Also was given morphine a total of 8 mg while in the Emergency Department. For full details on the history of present illness, please see the previous history and physical.,BRIEF SUMMARY OF HOSPITAL COURSE: ,The patient was admitted to the neurological service after her headache felt to be removed with the headache cocktail. The patient was brought up to 4 or more early in the a.m. on the August 1, 2008 and was given the dihydroergotamine IV, which did allow some minimal resolution in her headache immediately. At the time of examination this morning, the patient was feeling better and desired going home. She states the headache had for the most part resolved though she continues to have some diffuse trigger point pain.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION AT THE TIME OF DISCHARGE: , General physical exam was unremarkable. HEENT: Pupils were equal and respond to light and accommodation bilaterally. Extraocular movements were intact. Visual fields were intact to confrontation. Funduscopic exam revealed no disc pallor or edema. Retinal vasculature appeared normal. Face is symmetric. Facial sensation and strength are intact. Auditory acuities were grossly normal. Palate and uvula elevated symmetrically. Sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles are full strength bilaterally. Tongue protrudes in midline. Mental status exam: revealed the patient alert and oriented x 4. Speech was clear and language is normal. Fund of knowledge, memory, and attention are grossly intact. Neurologic exam: Vasomotor system revealed full power throughout. Normal muscle tone and bulk. No pronator drift was appreciated. Coordination was intact to finger-to-nose, heel-to-shin and rapid alternating movement. No tremor or dysmetria. Excellent sensory. Sensation is intact in all modalities throughout. The patient does have notable trigger points diffusely including the occiput, trapezius bilaterally, lumbar, back, and sacrum. Gait was assessed, the patient's routine and tandem gait were normal. The patient is able to balance on heels and toes. Romberg is negative. Reflexes are 2+ and symmetric throughout. Babinski reflexes are plantar.,DISPOSITION:, The patient is discharged home.,INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOLLOWUP: ,The patient is to followup with her primary care physician as needed.
Discharge Summary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
Chief Complaint:, Confusion and hallucinations.,History of Present Illness:, The patient was a 27-year-old Hispanic man who presented to St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital with a five day history of confusion and hallucinations. The patient was doing well until three months prior to admission when he developed wheezing and shortness of breath upon exertion. He was seen by his primary care physician and was prescribed Salmeterol and Fluticasone nasal inhaler for presumed asthma. His wheezing improved with treatment.,Over the five days prior to admission, his family noticed the patient's increasing confusion and bizarre behavior. The patient was intermittently unable to recognize his family members or surroundings. He was restless and anxious, paced the floor at night, and complained of insomnia. He stated he was unable to sleep because he feared his family was trying to hurt him. When he did sleep, he described night terrors. He also complained of both auditory and visual hallucinations. He stated the voices "told him to do good things". He denied any previous history of depression or manic episodes. The patient denied suicidal or homicidal ideation. He admitted he had recently lost weight although he was unable to quantify how much. He stated his appetite was good, but he had not been eating for fear of being poisoned.,The patient denied having headaches or a history of trauma. He denied fevers or chills but he complained of recent night sweats. He denied nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or dysuria. He denied chest pain, palpitations, or episodic flushing; but he complained of lightheadedness. He denied orthopnea or paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea. The shortness of breath symptoms had resolved.,Past Medical History:, None. No history of hypertension or of cardiac, renal, lung, or liver disease.,Past Surgical History:, None,Past Psychological History: None,Social History:, The patient was from Brazil. He moved to the United States one year ago. He denied any history of tobacco, alcohol, or illicit drug use. He was married and monogamous. He worked as an engineer/manager, and stated that his job was "very stressful". He had recently been admitted to an MBA program. The patient denied recent travel or exposures of any kind.,Family History:, The patient had a second-degree relative with a history of depression and "nervous breakdown".,Allergies:, There were no known drug allergies.,Medications:, Prescribed medications were Salmeterol inhaler, prn; and Fluticasone nasal inhaler. The patient was taking no over the counter or alternative medicines.,Physical Examination:, The patient was a 27-year-old Hispanic man who presented with symptoms of confusion and hallucinations. He was a thin man but appeared to be well developed and well nourished. The patient paced the room during the examination. He appeared anxious and distracted. He was coherent, yet he had poor concentration and was unable to cooperate fully with the examination. The patient had a pulse rate of 110 beats per minute and blood pressure of 186/101 mm Hg when reclining; and a pulse rate of 122 beats per minute and blood pressure of 166/92 mm Hg when standing. His oral temperature was 100.8 degrees Fahrenheit, and his respiratory rate was 12 breaths per minute.,HEENT: Conjunctivae were pink; sclerae anicteric; mucous membranes moist and pink without lesions.,NECK: The neck was supple, normal jugular venous pressure, no carotid bruits, no thyromegaly.,LUNGS: The lungs were clear to auscultation bilaterally; no wheezes, rales or rhonchi.,HEART: The heart had a regular rhythm, tachycardic, II/VI systolic ejection murmur LUSB, no rubs or gallops, PMI nondisplaced, hyperdynamic precordium.,ABDOMEN: The abdomen was soft, nontender and nondistended; normoactive bowel sounds, no hepatosplenomegaly, no masses; positive bruit heard throughout mid-abdomen, positive bilateral femoral bruits.,EXTREMITIES: No clubbing, cyanosis, or edema; 2+ pulses.,GENITOURINARY: Normal male phallus, no testicular masses.,RECTAL: Guaiac negative, no masses.,LYMPH NODES: Negative in the anterior and posterior clavicular, supraclavicular, axillary, and inguinal regions.,SKIN: Acneiform eruption over back and trunk, no papules or vesicles.,NEUROLOGICAL EXAMINATION: The patient was alert and oriented to self and year, but not to month or place. He had difficulty with mathematics and following commands (when asked to stand on his heels, the patient stood on his toes and turned on the television). Cranial nerves II-XII intact, motor 5/5 throughout all extremities; reflexes 2+ and symmetrical throughout. Sensory: Intact to light touch, vibration, proprioception, and temperature. Cerebellar: intact finger to nose, no ataxia. Romberg negative.,PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMINATION: The patient's mood was elevated and euphoric; affect was appropriate; his speech was normal in rate, volume, and tone.,Hospital Course:, The patient was admitted to St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital and a workup for his altered mental status was begun. The following studies were performed:,Twelve-lead EKG: sinus tachycardia.,CXR (PA/lat): normal cardiac silhouette and normal lung fields.,CT scan of head without contrast: ventricles were normal in size and position. There was no evidence of mass or hemorrhage.,Lumbar puncture: clear, colorless; WBC--0; RBC--56; protein--45; glucose--126; VDRL--negative; cryptococcal Ag--negative; cultures--negative.,MRI with gadolinium: no discrete areas of abnormal signal intensity.,EEG: no focal or epileptiform activity.,The patient was treated with haldol and risperidone for his agitation, and further diagnostic testing was performed.
General Medicine
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Left canal cholesteatoma.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Left canal cholesteatoma.,OPERATIVE PROCEDURE:,1. Left canal wall down tympanomastoidectomy with ossicular chain reconstruction.,2. Microdissection.,3. NIM facial nerve monitoring for three hours.,COMPLICATIONS: ,None.,FINDINGS:, There is an extremely large canal cholesteatoma, which eroded most of the posterior and superior canal wall. There was a significant amount of myringosclerosis and tympanosclerosis. There is some mild erosion of the lenticular process of the incus. The facial nerve was normal. We removed the incus, removed the head of the malleus, and placed a titanium-PORP from the stapes capitulum to a cartilage graft.,PROCEDURE: , The patient was taken to the operating room, placed under general anesthetic and intubated without difficulty. The NIM facial nerve monitoring electrodes were positioned and monitoring was performed throughout the procedure. There was no abnormal activity during this case. We inspected the ear canal, identified the huge defect, which was completely filled with cerumen. Through the ear canal, we removed as much as we could and then infiltrated the canal and postauricular area with 1:100,000 of epinephrine.,We prepped and draped the ear in a sterile fashion. We reopened the previously used postauricular incision and dissected down the mastoid cortex. We reflected the soft tissues anteriorly to the level of the ear canal and identified where the ear canal skin entered the defect in the mastoid bone. A #6 cutting bur was used to drill down the mastoid cortex and identified this cholesteatoma which was then carefully dissected out. We went all the way to the mastoid antrum. We finished a complete mastoidectomy with identification of the tegmen, sigmoid sinus. We removed the lateral aspect of the mastoid tip. We lowered the facial ridge. The incudostapedial joint was already membranous in nature, we went ahead and used the joint knife and removed the incus. We separated the incus from the stapes and then removed it. We used a malleus head nipper to remove the head of the malleus and then we continued to saucerize the entire mastoid cavity.,There was no cholesteatoma within the middle ear space, but there was roughly 40% surface area perforation. The remaining portion of the tympanic membrane was extremely calcified and myringosclerotic; this was removed. There was also a large focus of tympanosclerosis between the stapes crura, which was impinging the ability of the stapes to move. We carefully dissected this out. This did seem to improve the mobility of the stapes somewhat. At this point, there was a near total perforation. There was only a minimal amount of anterior remnant of the drum left. We tried to go ahead and harvest the temporalis fascia, but there was really only wisps of this fascia in place. He had already had a previous tympanoplasty, but even outside the areas where the graft was taken, the temporalis muscle was quite atrophied and lumpy, and I suspect this was due to his chronic disease and long history of corticosteroid usage. We harvested a few pieces as best as we could. We went ahead and did a meatoplasty by making a canal incision in the 6 o'clock and 12 o'clock positions. We excised cartilage posteriorly and inferiorly to enlarge the meatus. This cartilage was thin and used for cartilage tympanoplasty. We placed some Gelfoam in the middle ear space and placed the cartilage on the top of it. We did cut a titanium-PORP of the proper side and placed on top of the stapes capitulum to interface with the cartilage cap. A few other small pieces of temporalis fascia were used to bulge through the surrounding edges of the cartilage and make sure that it was medial to any remnant of ear canal and tympanic membrane remnants. We placed a layer of Gelfoam lateral to the graft, closed the postauricular incision in layers and put 2 Merocel packs in the ear. Glasscock dressing was applied. The patient was awakened from anesthesia and taken to the recovery room in stable condition. He will be given antibiotics and pain medicines and he will be given instructions to follow up with me in one week.
ENT - Otolaryngology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , This is the case of a 31-year-old white female admitted to the hospital with pelvic pain and vaginal bleeding. The patient had a positive hCG with a negative sonogram and hCG titer of about 18,000.,HOSPITAL COURSE:, The patient was admitted to the hospital with the diagnosis of a possible incomplete abortion, to rule out ectopic pregnancy or rupture of corpus luteal cyst. The patient was kept in observation for 24 hours. The sonogram stated there was no gestational sac, but there was a small mass within the uterus that could represent a gestational sac. The patient was admitted to the hospital. A repeat hCG titer done on the same day came back as 15,000, but then the following day, it came back as 18,000. The diagnosis of a possible ruptured ectopic pregnancy was established. The patient was taken to surgery and a laparotomy was performed with findings of a right ruptured ectopic pregnancy. The right salpingectomy was performed with no complications. The patient received 2 units of red packed cells. On admission, her hemoglobin was 12.9, then in the afternoon it dropped to 8.1, and the following morning, it was 7.9. Again, based on these findings, the severe abdominal pain, we made the diagnosis of ectopic and it was proved or confirmed at surgery. The hospital course was uneventful. There was no fever reported. The abdomen was soft. She had a normal bowel movement. The patient was dismissed on 09/09/2007 to be followed in my office in 4 days.,FINAL DIAGNOSES:,1. Right ruptured ectopic pregnancy with hemoperitoneum.,2. Anemia secondary to blood loss.,PLAN: , The patient will be dismissed on pain medication and iron therapy.
Discharge Summary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
HISTORY:, A 55-year-old female presents self-referred for the possibility of evaluation and treatment of allergies, diminished taste, xerostomia, gastroesophageal reflux disease, possible food allergies, chronic GI irritability, asthma, and environmental inhalant allergies. Please refer to chart for history and physical and review of systems and detailed medical history.,IMPRESSION: ,1. Chronic glossitis/xerostomia/probable environmental inhalant allergies/probable food allergies/history of asthma.,2. History of fibromyalgia.,3. History of peptic ulcer disease, history of gastritis, history of gastroesophageal disease.,4. History of chronic fatigue.,5. History of hypothyroidism.,6. History of depression.,7. History of dysphagia.,RECOMMENDATIONS: , RAST allergy testing was ordered for food allergy evaluation. The patient had previous allergy testing done less than one year ago iby Dr. X, which was requested. The patient will follow up after RAST allergy testing for further treatment recommendations. At this point, no changes in her medication were prescribed until her followup visit.
Allergy / Immunology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
DISCHARGE DIAGNOSES:,1. Gram-negative rod bacteremia, final identification and susceptibilities still pending.,2. History of congenital genitourinary abnormalities with multiple surgeries before the 5th grade.,3. History of urinary tract infections of pyelonephritis.,OPERATIONS PERFORMED: , Chest x-ray July 24, 2007, that was normal. Transesophageal echocardiogram July 27, 2007, that was normal. No evidence of vegetations. CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis July 27, 2007, that revealed multiple small cysts in the liver, the largest measuring 9 mm. There were 2-3 additional tiny cysts in the right lobe. The remainder of the CT scan was normal.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , Briefly, the patient is a 26-year-old white female with a history of fevers. For further details of the admission, please see the previously dictated history and physical. ,HOSPITAL COURSE:, Gram-negative rod bacteremia. The patient was admitted to the hospital with suspicion of endocarditis given the fact that she had fever, septicemia, and Osler nodes on her fingers. The patient had a transthoracic echocardiogram as an outpatient, which was equivocal, but a transesophageal echocardiogram here in the hospital was normal with no evidence of vegetations. The microbiology laboratory stated that the Gram-negative rod appeared to be anaerobic, thus raising the possibility of organisms like bacteroides. The patient does have a history of congenital genitourinary abnormalities which were surgically corrected before the fifth grade. We did a CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis, which only showed some benign appearing cysts in the liver. There was nothing remarkable as far as her kidneys, ureters, or bladder were concerned. I spoke with Dr. XYZ of infectious diseases, and Dr. XYZ asked me to talk to the patient about any contact with animals, given the fact that we have had a recent outbreak of tularemia here in Utah. Much to my surprise, the patient told me that she had multiple pet rats at home, which she was constantly in contact with. I ordered tularemia and leptospirosis serologies on the advice of Dr. XYZ, and as of the day after discharge, the results of the microbiology still are not back yet. The patient, however, appeared to be responding well to levofloxacin. I gave her a 2-week course of 750 mg a day of levofloxacin, and I have instructed her to follow up with Dr. XYZ in the meantime. Hopefully by then we will have a final identification and susceptibility on the organism and the tularemia and leptospirosis serologies will return. A thought of ours was to add doxycycline, but again the patient clinically appeared to be responding to the levofloxacin. In addition, I told the patient that it would be my recommendation to get rid of the rats. I told her that if indeed the rats were carriers of infection and she received a zoonotic infection from exposure to the rats, that she could be in ongoing continuing danger and her children could also potentially be exposed to a potentially lethal infection. I told her very clearly that she should, indeed, get rid of the animals. The patient seemed reluctant to do so at first, but I believe with some coercion from her family, that she finally came to the realization that this was a recommendation worth following., ,DISPOSITION,DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS: , Activity is as tolerated. Diet is as tolerated.,MEDICATIONS: , Levaquin 750 mg daily x14 days.,Followup is with Dr. XYZ of infectious diseases. I gave the patient the phone number to call on Monday for an appointment. Additional followup is also with Dr. XYZ, her primary care physician. Please note that 40 minutes was spent in the discharge.
Discharge Summary
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR CONSULTATION: , Glioma.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:, The patient is a 71-year-old woman who was initially diagnosed with a brain tumor in 1982. She underwent radiation therapy for this, although craniotomy was not successful for a biopsy because of seizure activity during the surgery. She did well for the next 10 years or so, and developed Parkinson disease, possibly related to radiation therapy. She has been followed by neurology, Dr. Z, to treat seizure activity. She has a vagal stimulator in place to help control her seizure activity.,Over the last few months, she has had increasing weakness on the right side. She has been living in a nursing home. She has not been able to walk, and she has not been able to write for the past three to four years.,MRI scan done on 11/13/2006 showed increase in size of the abdominal area and the left parietal region. There was slight enhancement and appearance was consistent with a medium- to low-grade tumor anterior to the motor cortex.,Surgery was performed during this admission to remove some of the posterior part of the tumor. She tolerated the procedure well. She has noticed no worsening or improvement in her weakness. Pathology shows a low- to intermediate-grade glioma. The second opinion by Dr. A is still pending.,The patient is feeling well today. She is not having headache, and reports no new neurologic symptoms. She has not had leg swelling, cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS: ,1. Ambien p.r.n. ,2. Vicodin p.r.n. ,3. Actonel every Sunday. ,4. Colace. ,5. Felbatol 1200 mg b.i.d. ,6. Heparin injections for prophylaxis. ,7. Maalox p.r.n. ,8. Mirapex 0.5 mg t.i.d. ,9. Protonix 40 mg daily. ,10. Tylenol p.r.n. ,11. Zanaflex 4-mg tablet, one-half tablet daily and 6 mg at bedtime. ,12. She has Zofran p.r.n., albuterol inhaler q.i.d., and Aggrenox, which she is to start.,The rest of the history is mostly from the chart.,ALLERGIES: , SHE IS ALLERGIC TO PENICILLIN.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY: ,1. Parkinson's, likely secondary to radiation therapy.,2. History of prior stroke.,3. Seizure disorder secondary to her brain tumor.,4. History of urinary incontinence.,5. She has had hip fractures x2, which have required surgical pinning.,6. Appendectomy.,7. Cholecystectomy.,SOCIAL HISTORY:, Shows that she does not smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol. She lives in a nursing home.,FAMILY HISTORY:, Shows a family history of breast cancer.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:, ,GENERAL: Today, she is sitting up in the chair, alert, and appropriate. She tends to lean towards the right. The right arm and hand are noticeably weaker than the left. She is quite thin.,VITAL SIGNS: Temperature is 98.5, blood pressure is 138/75, pulse is 76, respirations are 16, and pulse oximetry is 92% on room air.,HEENT: There is a craniotomy incision on the left parietal region, clean, and dry with stitches still in place. The oropharynx shows no thrush or mucositis.,LUNGS: Clear bilaterally to auscultation.,CARDIAC: Exam shows regular rate.,ABDOMEN: Soft.,EXTREMITIES: No peripheral edema or evidence of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is noted on the lower extremities.,IMPRESSION AND PLAN:, Progressive low-grade glioma, now more than 20 years since initially diagnosed. She is status post craniotomy for debulking and has done well with the surgery.,We reviewed the phase II trials that have used Temodar in the setting of grade 2 gliomas. Although, complete responses are rare, it is quite common to have partial response and/or stable disease, and most patients had improved quality of life indices including many patients who benefit from decreased seizure activity. We discussed using Temodar after she heals from her surgery. Toxicities would include fatigue, nausea, and myelosuppression primarily.
Hematology - Oncology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Left knee medial femoral condyle osteochondritis dissecans.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Left knee medial femoral condyle osteochondritis dissecans.,PROCEDURES:, Left knee arthroscopy with removal of the cartilage loose body and microfracture of the medial femoral condyle with chondroplasty.,ANESTHESIA: , General.,TOURNIQUET TIME: ,Thirty-seven minutes.,MEDICATIONS: , The patient also received 30 mL of 0.5% Marcaine local anesthetic at the end of the case.,COMPLICATIONS: , No intraoperative complications.,DRAINS AND SPECIMENS: , None.,INTRAOPERATIVE FINDINGS: , The patient had a loose body that was found in the suprapatellar pouch upon entry of the camera. This loose body was then subsequently removed. It measured 24 x 14 mm. This was actually the OCD lesion seen on the MRI that had come from the weightbearing surface of just the lateral posterior aspect of the medial femoral condyle,HISTORY AND PHYSICAL: , The patient is 13-year-old male with persistent left knee pain. He was initially seen at Sierra Pacific Orthopedic Group where an MRI demonstrated unstable OCD lesion of the left knee. The patient presented here for a second opinion. Surgery was recommended grossly due to the instability of the fragment. Risks and benefits of surgery were discussed. The risks of surgery include risk of anesthesia, infection, bleeding, changes in sensation and motion extremity, failure to relieve pain or restore the articular cartilage, possible need for other surgical procedures, and possible early arthritis. All questions were answered and parents agreed to the above plan.,DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE: ,The patient was taken to the operating room and placed supine on the operating table. General anesthesia was then administered. The patient received Ancef preoperatively. A nonsterile tourniquet was placed on the upper aspect of the patient's left thigh. The extremity was then prepped and draped in standard surgical fashion. The standard portals were marked on the skin. The extremity was wrapped in Esmarch prior to inflation of tourniquet to 250 mmHg. The portal incisions were then made by an #11 blade. Camera was inserted into the lateral joint line. There was a noted large cartilage loose body in the suprapatellar pouch. This was subsequently removed with extension of the anterolateral portal. Visualization of the rest of the knee revealed significant synovitis. The patient had a large cartilage defect in the posterolateral aspect of the medial femoral condyle. The remainder of the knee demonstrated no other significant cartilage lesions, loose bodies, plica or meniscal pathology. ACL was also visualized to be intact in the intracondylar notch.,Attention was then turned back to the large defect. The loose cartilage was debrided using a shaver. Microfracture technique was then performed to 4 mm depth at 2 to 3 mm distances. Tourniquet was released at the end of the case to ensure that there was fat and bleeding at the microfracture sites. All instruments were then removed. The portals were closed using #4-0 Monocryl. A total of 30 mL of 0.5% Marcaine was injected into the knee. Wounds were then cleaned and dried, and dressed in Steri-Strips, Xeroform, 4 x 4s, and bias. The patient was then placed in a knee immobilizer. The patient tolerated the procedure well. The tourniquet was released at 37 minutes. He was taken to recovery in stable condition.,POSTOPERATIVE PLAN: , The loose cartilage fragment was given to the family. The intraoperative findings were relayed with intraoperative photos. There was a large deficit in the weightbearing portion of medial femoral condyle. His prognosis is guarded given the fact of the fragile lesion and location, but in advantages of his age and his rehab potential down the road, if the patient still has symptoms, he may be a candidate for osteochondral autograft, a procedure which is not performed at Children's or possible cartilaginous transplant. All questions were answered. The patient will follow up in 10 days, may wet the wound in 5 days.
Orthopedic
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
HISTORY OF INJURY AND PRESENT COMPLAINTS: , The patient is a 59-year-old gentleman. He is complaining chiefly of persistent lower back pain. He states the pain is of a rather constant nature. He describes it as a rather constant dull ache, sometimes rather sharp and stabbing in nature, most localized to the right side of his back more so than the left side of his lower back. He states he has difficulty with prolonged standing or sitting. He can only stand for about 5-10 minutes, then he has to sit down. He can only sit for about 15-20 minutes, he has to get up and move about because it exacerbates his back pain. He has difficulty with bending and stooping maneuvers. He describes an intermittent radiating pain down his right leg, down from the right gluteal hip area to the back of the thigh to the calf and the foot. He gets numbness along the lateral aspect of the foot itself. He also describes chronic pain complaints with associated tension in the back of his neck. He states the pain is of a constant nature in his neck. He states he gets pain that radiates into the right shoulder girdle area and the right forearm. He describes some numbness along the lateral aspect of the right forearm. He states he has trouble trying to use his arm at or above shoulder height. He has difficulty pushing, pulling, gripping, and grasping with the right upper extremity. He describes pain at the anterior aspect of his shoulder, in particular. He denies any headache complaints. He is relating his above complaints to two industrial injuries that he sustained while employed with Frito Lay Company as a truck driver or delivery person. He relates an initial injury that occurred on 06/29/1994, when apparently he was stepping out of the cab of his truck. He lost his footing and fell. He reached out to grab the hand railing. He fell backwards on his back and his right shoulder. He had immediate onset of shoulder pain, neck pain, and low back pain. He had pain into his right leg. He initially came under the care of Dr. H, an occupational physician in Modesto. Initially, he did not obtain any MRIs or x-rays. He did undergo some physical therapy and received some medications. Dr. H referred him to Dr. Q, a chiropractor for three visits, which the patient was not certain was very helpful. The patient advises he then changed treating physicians to Dr. N, D.C., whom he had seen previously for some back pain complaints back in 1990. He felt that the chiropractic care was helping his back, neck, and shoulder pain complaints somewhat. He continues with rather persistent pain in his right shoulder. He underwent an MRI of the right shoulder performed on 08/16/1994 which revealed prominent impingement with biceps tenosynovitis as well as supraspinatus tendonitis superimposed by a small pinhole tear of the rotator cuff. The patient was referred to Dr. P, an orthopedic surgeon who suggested some physical therapy for him and some antiinflammatories. He felt that the patient might require a cortisone injection or possibly a surgical intervention. The patient also underwent an MRI of the cervical spine on 08/03/1994, which again revealed multilevel degenerative disc disease in his neck. There is some suggestion of bilateral neuroforaminal encroachment due to degenerative changes and disc bulges, particularly at C5-6 and C6-7 levels. The patient was also seen by Dr. P, a neurologist for a Neurology consult. It is unclear to me as to whether or not Dr. P had performed an EMG or nerve conduction studies of his upper or lower extremities. The patient was off work for approximately six months following his initial injury date that occurred on 06/29/1994. He returned back to regular duty. Dr. N declared him permanent and stationary on 04/04/1995. The patient then had a recurrence or flare-up or possibly new injury, again, particularly to his lower back while working for Frito Lay on 03/29/1997, when he was loading some pallets on the back of a trailer. At that time, he returned to see Dr. N for chiropractic care, who is his primary treating physician. Dr. N took him off work again. He was off work again for approximately another six months, during which time, he was seen by Dr. M, M.D., a neurosurgeon. He had a new MRI of his lumbar spine performed. The MRI was performed on 05/20/1997. It revealed L4-5 disc space narrowing with prominent disc bulge with some mild spinal stenosis. The radiologist had noted he had a prior disc herniation at this level with some improvement from prior exam. Dr. M saw him on 09/18/1997 and noted that there was some improvement in his disc herniation at the L4-5 level following a more recent MRI exam of 05/20/1997, from previous MRI exam of 1996 which revealed a rather prominent right-sided L4-5 disc herniation. Dr. M felt that there was no indication for a lumbar spine surgery, but he mentioned with regards to his cervical spine, he felt that EMG studies of the right upper extremity should be obtained and he may require a repeat MRI of the cervical spine, if the study was positive. The patient did undergo some nerve conduction studies of his lower extremities with Dr. K, M.D., which suggested a possible abnormal EMG with evidence of possible L5 radiculopathy, both right and left. Unfortunately, I had no medical reports from Dr. P suggesting that he may have performed nerve conduction studies or EMGs of the upper and lower extremities. The patient did see Dr. R for a neurosurgical consult. Dr. R evaluated both his neck and lower back pain complaints on several occasions. Dr. R suggested that the patient try some cervical epidural steroid injections and lumbar selective nerve root blocks. The patient underwent these injections with Dr. K. The patient reported only very slight relief temporarily with regards to his back and leg symptoms following the injections. It is not clear from the medical record review whether the patient ever had a cervical epidural steroid injection; it appears that he had some selective nerve root blocks performed in the lumbar spine. Dr. R on 12/15/2004 suggested that the patient had an MRI of the cervical spine revealing a right-sided C5-6 herniated nucleus pulposus which would explain his C-6 distribution numbness. The patient also was noted to have a C4-5 with rather severe degenerative disc disease. He felt the patient might be a candidate for a two-level ACDF at C4-5 and C5-6. Dr. R in another report of 08/11/2004 suggested that the patient's MRI of 05/25/2004 of the lumbar spine reveals multilevel degenerative disc disease. He had an L4-5 slight anterior spondylolisthesis, this may be a transitional vertebrae at the L6 level as well, with lumbarization of S1. He felt that his examination suggested a possible right S1 radiculopathy with discogenic back pain. He would suggest right-sided S1 selective nerve root blocks to see if this would be helpful; if not, he might be a candidate for a lumbar spine fusion, possibly a Dynesys or a fusion or some major spine surgery to help resolve his situation., ,The patient relates that he really prefers a more conservative approach of treatment regarding his neck, back, and right shoulder symptoms. He continued to elect chiropractic care which he has found helpful, but apparently the insurance carrier is no longer authorizing chiropractic care for him. He is currently taking no medications to manage his pain complaints. He states regarding his work status, he was off work again for another six months following the 03/29/1997 injury. He returned back to work and continued to work regular duty up until about a year ago, at which time, he was taken back off work again and placed on TTD status by Dr. N, his primary treating physician. The patient states he has not been back to work since. He has since applied for social security disability and now is receiving social security disability benefits. The patient states he has tried some Myox therapy with Dr. H on 10 sessions, which he found somewhat helpful. Overall, the patient does not feel that he could return back to his usual and customary work capacity as a delivery driver for Frito Lay.,
Chiropractic
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Cervical lymphadenopathy.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS:, Cervical lymphadenopathy.,PROCEDURE: , Excisional biopsy of right cervical lymph node.,ANESTHESIA: , General endotracheal anesthesia.,SPECIMEN: , Right cervical lymph node.,EBL: , 10 cc.,COMPLICATIONS: , None.,FINDINGS:, Enlarged level 2 lymph node was identified and removed and sent for pathologic examination.,FLUIDS: , Please see anesthesia report.,URINE OUTPUT: , None recorded during the case.,INDICATIONS FOR PROCEDURE: , This is a 43-year-old female with a several-year history of persistent cervical lymphadenopathy. She reports that it is painful to palpation on the right and has had multiple CT scans as well as an FNA which were all nondiagnostic. After risks and benefits of surgery were discussed with the patient, an informed consent was obtained. She was scheduled for an excisional biopsy of the right cervical lymph node.,PROCEDURE IN DETAIL: , The patient was taken to the operating room and placed in the supine position. She was anesthetized with general endotracheal anesthesia. The neck was then prepped and draped in the sterile fashion. Again, noted on palpation there was an enlarged level 2 cervical lymph node.,A 3-cm horizontal incision was made over this lymph node. Dissection was carried down until the sternocleidomastoid muscle was identified. The enlarged lymph node that measured approximately 2 cm in diameter was identified and was removed and sent to Pathology for touch prep evaluation. The area was then explored for any other enlarged lymph nodes. None were identified, and hemostasis was achieved with electrocautery. A quarter-inch Penrose drain was placed in the wound.,The wound was then irrigated and closed with 3-0 interrupted Vicryl sutures for a deep closure followed by a running 4-0 Prolene subcuticular suture. Mastisol and Steri-Strip were placed over the incision, and sterile bandage was applied. The patient tolerated this procedure well and was extubated without complications and transported to the recovery room in stable condition. She will return to the office tomorrow in followup to have the Penrose drain removed.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PROCEDURE: , Endoscopy.,CLINICAL INDICATIONS: , Intermittent rectal bleeding with abdominal pain.,ANESTHESIA: , Fentanyl 100 mcg and 5 mg of IV Versed.,PROCEDURE:, The patient was taken to the GI lab and placed in the left lateral supine position. Continuous pulse oximetry and blood pressure monitoring were in place. After informed consent was obtained, the video endoscope was inserted over the dorsum of the tongue without difficulty. With swallowing, the scope was advanced down the esophagus into the body of the stomach. The scope was further advanced down to the antrum and through the pylorus into the duodenum, which was visualized into its second portion. It appeared free of stricture, neoplasm, or ulceration. Samples were obtained from the antrum and prepyloric area to check for Helicobacter, rapid urease, and additional samples were sent to pathology. Retroflexion view of the fundus of the stomach was normal without evidence of a hiatal hernia. The scope was then slowly removed. The distal esophagus appeared benign with a normal-appearing gastroesophageal sphincter and no esophagitis. The remaining portion of the esophagus was normal.,IMPRESSION:, Abdominal pain. Symptoms most consistent with gastroesophageal reflux disease without endoscopic evidence of hiatal hernia.,RECOMMENDATIONS:, Await results of CLO testing and biopsies. Return to clinic with Dr. Spencer in 2 weeks for further discussion.
Gastroenterology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
FINDINGS:,There is moderate to severe generalized neuronal loss of the cerebral hemispheres with moderate to severe ventricular enlargement and prominent CSF within the subarachnoid spaces. There is confluent white matter hyperintensity in a bi-hemispherical centrum semiovale distribution extending to the lateral ventricles consistent with severe vasculopathic small vessel disease and extensive white matter ischemic changes. There is normal enhancement of the dural sinuses and cortical veins and there are no enhancing intra-axial or extraaxial mass lesions. There is a cavum velum interpositum (normal variant).,There is a linear area of T1 hypointensity becoming hyperintense on T2 images in a left para-atrial trigonal region representing either a remote lacunar infarction or prominent perivascular space.,Normal basal ganglia and thalami. Normal internal and external capsules. Normal midbrain.,There is amorphus hyperintensity of the basis pontis consistent with vasculopathic small vessel disease. There are areas of T2 hyperintensity involving the bilateral brachium pontis (left greater than right) with no enhancement following gadolinium augmentation most compatible with areas of chronic white matter ischemic changes. The area of white matter signal alteration in the left brachium pontis is of some concern in that is has a round morphology. Interval reassessment of this lesion is recommended.,There is a remote lacunar infarction of the right cerebellar hemisphere. Normal left cerebellar hemisphere and vermis.,There is increased CSF within the sella turcica and mild flattening of the pituitary gland but no sellar enlargement. There is elongation of the basilar artery elevating the mammary bodies but no dolichoectasia of the basilar artery.,Normal flow within the carotid arteries and circle of Willis.,Normal calvarium, central skull base and temporal bones. There is no demonstrated calvarium metastases.,IMPRESSION:,Severe generalized cerebral atrophy.,Extensive chronic white matter ischemic changes in a bi-hemispheric centrum semiovale distribution with involvement of the basis pontis and probable bilateral brachium pontis. The area of white matter hyperintensity in the left brachium pontis is of some concern is that it has a round morphology but no enhancement following gadolinium augmentation. Interval reassessment of this lesion is recommended.,Remote lacunar infarction in the right cerebellar hemisphere.,Linear signal alteration of the left periatrial trigonal region representing either a prominent vascular space or,lacunar infarction.,No demonstrated calvarial metastases.
Radiology
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
XYZ, M.D. ,Suite 123, ABC Avenue ,City, STATE 12345 ,RE: XXXX, XXXX ,MR#: 0000000,Dear Dr. XYZ: ,XXXX was seen in followup in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. I appreciate you speaking with me while he was in clinic. He continues to have abdominal pain, and he had a diuretic renal scan, which indicates no evidence of obstruction and good differential function bilaterally. ,When I examined him, he seems to indicate that his pain is essentially in the lower abdomen in the suprapubic region; however, on actual physical examination, he seems to complain of pain through his entire right side. His parents have brought up the question of whether this could be gastrointestinal in origin and that is certainly an appropriate consideration. They also feel that since he has been on Detrol, his pain levels have been somewhat worse, and so, I have given them the option of stopping the Detrol initially. I think he should stay on MiraLax for management of his bowels. I would also suggest that he be referred to Pediatric Gastroenterology for evaluation. If they do not find any abnormalities from a gastrointestinal perspective, then the next step would be to endoscope his bladder and then make sure that he does not have any evidence of bladder anatomic abnormalities that is leading to this pain. ,Thank you for following XXXX along with us in Pediatric Urology Clinic. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. ,Sincerely yours,
Pediatrics - Neonatal
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES: ,1. Nasolabial mesiolabial fold.,2. Mid glabellar fold.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES: ,1. Nasolabial mesiolabial fold.,2. Mid glabellar fold.,TITLE OF PROCEDURES: ,1. Perlane injection for the nasolabial fold.,2. Restylane injection for the glabellar fold.,ANESTHESIA: ,Topical with Lasercaine.,COMPLICATIONS: , None.,PROCEDURE: , The patient was evaluated preop and noted to be in stable condition. Chart and informed consent were all reviewed preop. All risks, benefits, and alternatives regarding the procedure have been reviewed in detail with the patient. This includes risk of bleeding, infection, scarring, need for further procedure, etc. The patient did sign the informed consent form regarding the Perlane and Restylane. She is aware of the potential risk of bruising. The patient has had Cosmederm in the past and had had a minimal response with this. Please note Lasercaine had to be applied 30 minutes prior to the procedure. The excess Lasercaine was removed with a sterile alcohol swab.,Using the linear threading technique, I injected the deep nasolabial fold. We used 2 mL of the Perlane for injection of the nasolabial mesiolabial fold. They were carefully massaged into good position at the end of the procedure. She did have some mild erythema noted.,I then used approximately 0.4 mL of the Restylane for injection of the mid glabellar site. She has a resting line of the mid glabella that did not respond with previous Botox injection. Once this was filled, the Restylane was massaged into the proper tissue plane. Cold compressors were applied afterwards. She is scheduled for a recheck in the next one to two weeks, and we will make further recommendations at that time. Post Restylane and Perlane precautions have been reviewed with the patient as well.
Surgery
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
REASON FOR CONSULTATION: , Management of blood pressure.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , The patient is a 38-year-old female admitted following a delivery. The patient had a cesarean section. Following this, the patient was treated for her blood pressure. She was sent home and she came back again apparently with uncontrolled blood pressure. She is on multiple medications, unable to control the blood pressure. From cardiac standpoint, the patient denies any symptoms of chest pain, or shortness of breath. She complains of fatigue and tiredness. The child had some congenital anomaly, was transferred to Hospital, where the child has had surgery. The patient is in intensive care unit.,CORONARY RISK FACTORS:, History of hypertension, history of gestational diabetes mellitus, nonsmoker, and cholesterol is normal. No history of established coronary artery disease and family history noncontributory for coronary disease.,FAMILY HISTORY: , Nonsignificant.,SURGICAL HISTORY: ,No major surgery except for C-section.,MEDICATIONS:, Presently on Cardizem and metoprolol were discontinued. Started on hydralazine 50 mg t.i.d., and labetalol 200 mg b.i.d., hydrochlorothiazide, and insulin supplementation.,ALLERGIES: , None.,PERSONAL HISTORY: , Nonsmoker. Does not consume alcohol. No history of recreational drug use.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:, Hypertension, gestational diabetes mellitus, pre-eclampsia, this is her third child with one miscarriage.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS:,CONSTITUTIONAL: No history of fever, rigors, or chills.,HEENT: No history of cataract, blurry vision, or glaucoma.,CARDIOVASCULAR: No congestive heart. No arrhythmia.,RESPIRATORY: No history of pneumonia or valley fever.,GASTROINTESTINAL: No epigastric discomfort, hematemesis, or melena.,UROLOGIC: No frequency or urgency.,MUSCULOSKELETAL: No arthritis or muscle weakness.,SKIN: Nonsignificant.,NEUROLOGICAL: No TIA. No CVA. No seizure disorder.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:,VITAL SIGNS: Pulse of 86, blood pressure 175/86, afebrile, and respiratory rate 16 per minute.,HEENT: Atraumatic and normocephalic.,NECK: Neck veins are flat.,LUNGS: Clear.,HEART: S1 and S2 regular.,ABDOMEN: Soft and nontender.,EXTREMITIES: No edema. Pulses palpable.,LABORATORY DATA: , EKG shows sinus tachycardia with nonspecific ST-T changes. Labs were noted. BUN and creatinine within normal limits.,IMPRESSION:,1. Preeclampsia, status post delivery with Cesarean section with uncontrolled blood pressure.,2. No prior history of cardiac disease except for borderline gestational diabetes mellitus.,RECOMMENDATIONS:,1. We will get an echocardiogram for assessment left ventricular function.,2. The patient will start on labetalol and hydralazine to see how see fairs.,3. Based on response to medication, we will make further adjustments. Discussed with the patient regarding plan of care, fully understands and consents for the same. All the questions answered in detail.
Consult - History and Phy.
Given a medical transcription, predict a single label representing the most appropriate medical specialty from the list: 'Surgery', 'Allergy / Immunology', 'Sleep Medicine', 'Pediatrics - Neonatal', 'SOAP / Chart / Progress Notes', 'Bariatrics', 'Pain Management', 'Lab Medicine - Pathology', 'Dermatology', 'Orthopedic', 'Dentistry', 'Psychiatry / Psychology', 'General Medicine', 'Office Notes', 'Letters', 'Neurosurgery', 'Radiology', 'Cosmetic / Plastic Surgery', 'Nephrology', 'Diets and Nutritions', 'Chiropractic', 'Gastroenterology', 'Cardiovascular / Pulmonary', 'Speech - Language', 'Hospice - Palliative Care', 'Autopsy', 'Endocrinology', 'Emergency Room Reports', 'Discharge Summary', 'ENT - Otolaryngology', 'Urology', 'Physical Medicine - Rehab', 'Neurology', 'Podiatry', 'Ophthalmology', 'Rheumatology', 'IME-QME-Work Comp etc.', 'Hematology - Oncology', 'Consult - History and Phy.', 'Obstetrics / Gynecology'
PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES,1. Left neck pain with left upper extremity radiculopathy.,2. Left C6-C7 neuroforaminal stenosis secondary to osteophyte.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSES,1. Left neck pain with left upper extremity radiculopathy.,2. Left C6-C7 neuroforaminal stenosis secondary to osteophyte.,OPERATIVE PROCEDURE,1. Anterior cervical discectomy with decompression C6-C7.,2. Arthrodesis with anterior interbody fusion C6-C7.,3. Spinal instrumentation using Pioneer 20 mm plate and four 12 x 4.0 mm screws.,4. PEEK implant 7 mm.,5. Allograft using Vitoss.,ANESTHESIA: , General endotracheal anesthesia.,FINDINGS: , Showed osteophyte with a disc complex on the left C6-C7 neural foramen.,FLUIDS: ,1800 mL of crystalloids.,URINE OUTPUT: , No Foley catheter.,DRAINS: ,Round French 10 JP drain.,SPECIMENS,: None.,COMPLICATIONS: , None.,ESTIMATED BLOOD LOSS:, 250 mL.,The need for an assistant is important in this case, since her absence would mean prolonged operative time and may increase operative morbidity and mortality.,CONDITION: , Extubated with stable vital signs.,INDICATIONS FOR THE OPERATION:, This is the case of a very pleasant 46-year-old Caucasian female with subarachnoid hemorrhage secondary to ruptured left posteroinferior cerebellar artery aneurysm, which was clipped. The patient last underwent a right frontal ventricular peritoneal shunt on 10/12/07. This resulted in relief of left chest pain, but the patient continued to complaint of persistent pain to the left shoulder and left elbow. She was seen in clinic on 12/11/07 during which time MRI of the left shoulder showed no evidence of rotator cuff tear. She did have a previous MRI of the cervical spine that did show an osteophyte on the left C6-C7 level. Based on this, negative MRI of the shoulder, the patient was recommended to have anterior cervical discectomy with anterior interbody fusion at C6-C7 level. Operation, expected outcome, risks, and benefits were discussed with her. Risks include, but not exclusive of bleeding and infection, bleeding could be soft tissue bleeding, which may compromise airway and may result in return to the operating room emergently for evacuation of said hematoma. There is also the possibility of bleeding into the epidural space, which can compress the spinal cord and result in weakness and numbness of all four extremities as well as impairment of bowel and bladder function. Should this occur, the patient understands that she needs to be brought emergently back to the operating room for evacuation of said hematoma. There is also the risk of infection, which can be superficial and can be managed with p.o. antibiotics. However, the patient may develop deeper-seated infection, which may require return to the operating room. Should the infection be in the area of the spinal instrumentation, this will cause a dilemma since there might be a need to remove the spinal instrumentation and/or allograft. There is also the possibility of potential injury to the esophageus, the trachea, and the carotid artery. There is also the risks of stroke on the right cerebral circulation should an undiagnosed plaque be propelled from the right carotid. There is also the possibility hoarseness of the voice secondary to injury to the recurrent laryngeal nerve. There is also the risk of pseudoarthrosis and hardware failure. She understood all of these risks and agreed to have the procedure performed.,DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE: , The patient brought to the operating room, awake, alert, not in any form of distress. After smooth induction and intubation, a Foley catheter was inserted. Monitoring leads were placed by Premier Neurodiagnostics and this revealed normal findings, which remained normal during the entire case. The EMGs were silent and there was no evidence of any stimulation. After completion of the placement of the monitoring leads, the patient was positioned supine on the operating table with the neck placed on hyperextension. The head was supported on a foam doughnut. The right cervical area was then exposed by turning the head about 45 to 60 degrees to the left side. A linear incision was made about two to three fingerbreadths from the suprasternal notch along the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle to a distance of about 3 cm. The area was then prepped with DuraPrep.,After sterile drapes were laid out, the incision was made using a scalpel blade #10. Wound edge bleeders were controlled with bipolar coagulation and a hot knife was utilized to carry the dissection down to the platysma in the similar fashion as the skin incision. The anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle was identified as well as the sternohyoid/omohyoid muscles. Dissection was then carried lateral and superior to the omohyoid muscle and lateral to the esophagus and the trachea, and medial to the sternocleidomastoid muscle and the carotid sheath. The prevertebral fascia was identified and cut sharply. A localizing x-ray verified the marker to be at the C6-C7 interspace. Proceeded to the strip the longus colli muscles off the vertebral body of C6 and C7. Self-retaining retractor was then laid out. The annulus was then cut in a quadrangular fashion and piecemeal removal of the dura was done using a straight pituitary rongeurs, 3 and 5 mm burr. The interior endplate of C6 and superior endplate of C7 was likewise was drilled down together with posteroinferior edge of C6 and the posterior superior edge of C7. There was note of a new osteophyte on the left C6-C7 foramen. This was carefully drilled down. After decompression and removal of pressure, there was noted to be release of the epidural space with no significant venous bleeders. They were controlled with slight bipolar coagulation, temporary tamponade with Gelfoam. After this was completed, Valsalva maneuver showed no evidence of any CSF leakage. A 7-mm implant was then tapped into placed after its interior was packed with Vitoss. The plate was then applied and secured in place with four 12 x 4.7 mm screws. Irrigation of the area was done. A round French 10 JP drain was laid out over the graft and exteriorized through a separate stab incision on the patient's right inferiorly. The wound was then closed in layers with Vicryl 3-0 inverted interrupted sutures as well as Vicryl 4-0 subcuticular stitch for the dermis. The wound was reinforced with Dermabond. The catheter was anchored to the skin with nylon 3-0 stitch and dressing was applied only at the exit site. C-collar was placed and the patient was transferred to Recovery after extubation.
Surgery