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Abstract Disclosure: M. Kakakhel: None. R. Haider: None. S. Cheema: None. S.M. Irshad: None. M.U. Hussain: None. A. Ullah: None. A.Z. Khan: None. F. Naveed: None. H. Jawad: None. F. Naveed: None. M.F. Hemida: None. A. Qadeer: None. M. Khawar: None. H. Ahmad: None. F. Ahmed: None. R.W. Kirchoff: None. R. Alcaraz: None. Background: Hypertension has been a significant cause of morbidity and mortality for ages. Coupled with endocrine disorders, it poses a greater risk of indisposition to the U.S population. This CDC wonder analysis explores the trends and patterns of these disorders, stratified by states and rural/urban. Methods: To attain this objective, this retrospective study has utilized data from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's Wide-Ranging Online Data for Epidemiologic Research (CDC WONDER) database to assess endocrine disorder-related mortality rates in the pediatric population from 1999 to 2011. Average Annual Percentage Change (AAPC) and Annual Percent Change (APC) were used to evaluate trends and produce age-adjusted mortality rates (AAMRs) per 100,000 people. Data was stratified by year, sex, race/ethnicity, state-wise and geographical regions. Statistical significance and confidence intervals were used to assess the reliability of the observed trends. Results: Between 1999 and 2020, 2383332 deaths in the United States were attributed to endocrine-related mortality with underlying hypertension. The Overall AAMR initially rose steeply from 10.7 in 1999 to 24.9 in 2001 (APC: 34.3; 95% CI: 9.5 to 56.7), followed by a period of further steady increase in AAMR till 36.5 in 2018 (APC: 1.6; 95% CI: 0.6 to 2.1). This progressive increase in AAMR then sharply spiked from 2018 onwards, reaching 51.7 in 2020 (APC: 18.1*; 95% CI: 9.3 to 23.5). Notable discrepancies were observed in urbanization. Non-metropolitan areas showed a higher AAMR (35.5) than metropolitan (31.5). State-level analysis revealed substantial heterogeneity, including Mississippi as the state of the highest AAMR (58.6). Conclusion: The concerning rise of AAMR in non-metropolitan areas and Mississippi calls for more targeted health-care policies. These findings underscore the need for geographically tailored public health interventions to address disparities in endocrine disorder-related mortality in these groups. Presentation: Monday, July 14, 2025

Abstract Disclosure: M. Kakakhel: None. S. Cheema: None. R. Haider: None. M. Filal: None. A. Ullah: None. M.U. Hussain: None. M.A. Sadiq: None. T. Asghar: None. F. Arshad: None. N.K. Binashikhbubkr: None. H. Jawad: None. A. Abdullah: None. M. Qadri: None. A. Qadeer: None. M. Khawar: None. H. Ahmad: None. F. Ahmed: None. R. Alcaraz: None. Background: Hypertension is a major global health issue, affecting nearly half of U.S. adults. It is a leading risk factor for cardiovascular diseases like stroke, heart attack, and heart failure. Additionally, it is often linked to endocrine disorders, which can result in secondary hypertension. Endocrine disorders contributed to a concerning 2,383,332 deaths in the United States between 1999 and 2020, with many of these individuals having underlying hypertension. Methods: Death certificate data for adults aged 25 and older were obtained from the CDC-WONDER database. Crude mortality rates (CMR) and age-adjusted mortality rates (AAMRs) per 100,000 individuals were computed. Temporal trends were analyzed by calculating the annual percent change (APC) and the average annual percent change (AAPC) in the rates using Joinpoint regression analysis. Results: The age-adjusted mortality rate (AAMR) rose sharply from 10.7 (95% CI:10.6-10.9) in 1999 to 24.9 (95% CI: 9.5 to 56.7) in 2001, then continued to increase steadily to 36.5 (95% CI: 0.6 to 2.1) by 2018. From 2018 onwards, the rate spiked significantly, reaching 51.7 (95% CI: 9.3 to 23.5) in 2020, which coincided with the COVID-19 pandemic. Men had higher overall AAMR i.e. 36.6 as compared to women 28.4 during the span of this study. Stratifying by race, Non-Hispanic Blacks or African Americans had the highest overall age-adjusted mortality rate at 64.4 vs non-Hispanic whites, who had the lowest rate at 27.6. Southern states exhibited the highest mortality rates among the census region followed by the Western, Midwestern, and Northeastern regions. In contrast, the Annual Mortality Rates (AAMRs) displayed similar patterns across all regions. Regarding age, people aged 85 and above had the highest mortality rate among all the age groups while ages 25-34 had the lowest. Conclusion: Endocrine disorders associated with underlying hypertension showed an increasing trend throughout the study period, peaking during the COVID-19 pandemic. These findings account for immediate targeted interventions directed at the most vulnerable demographic and geographical groups Presentation: Monday, July 14, 2025

Sudden death in children and young adults, while uncommon, carries profound clinical and societal implications. Cardiac causes, particularly inherited arrhythmias and cardiomyopathies, account for most cases, though neurologic, toxicologic, traumatic, and infectious etiologies also contribute significantly. This review explores the epidemiology, classification, and pathophysiologic mechanisms of sudden death in this population, emphasizing early clinical warning signs and identifiable risk factors. We also outline diagnostic and preventive strategies, including electrocardiography, genetic testing, and postmortem evaluation. Despite guidelines advocating preparticipation screening, real-world implementation remains inconsistent. Advances in genomics and artificial intelligence offer new opportunities for early risk detection. Finally, we discuss public health interventions such as defibrillator access, cardiopulmonary resuscitation education, and school-based protocols as essential components of a broader prevention strategy.

Background Non-acute or chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) is commonly treated with surgical evacuation followed by middle meningeal artery embolization (MMAe). This two step approach increases procedural complexity and redundancy, hospitalization duration, and patient risk. We hypothesized that cSDH could be managed through a single session endovascular procedure and conducted a multimodal preclinical study to evaluate feasibility. Methods We performed three-dimensional heat mapping of hematoma distribution from preoperative CT scans (n=69) and analyzed middle meningeal artery (MMA) and superior sagittal sinus (SSS) anatomy and perforation trajectories using imaging from 107 patients. Rheological properties of 41 SDH samples were assessed using hybrid rheometry and modeled with the Carreau equation. Aspiration feasibility was tested using a 0.027 inch microcatheter (n=16), and dura perforation forces were quantified with a 28 G needle in fresh cadaveric dura (n=10). Results Heat mapping localized cSDH to the parietal convexities (>80% probability) under the branches of the MMA, with limited midline involvement and proximity to the SSS (<10%). The posterior division of the MMA (diameter 1.23±0.23 mm) accommodated a 0.027 inch microcatheter in >90% of cases, with perforation trajectories targeting high probability hematoma zones in 105 of 107 cases. SDH samples exhibited shear thinning viscosity ( η ₀ =172 mPa×s, η ∞ =2.78 mPa×s), with mean aspiration times of 1.21±0.54 min per 10 mL. Perforation forces averaged 0.68±0.24 N in normal and 1.29±0.48 N in calcified dura (P=0.05). Conclusion Anatomical, rheological, and biomechanical data from this study support the feasibility of endovascular drainage of cSDH through the MMA.

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of death globally. Apolipoprotein A-1 (apoA-1), the primary protein component of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), facilitates reverse cholesterol transport and has emerged as a potential therapeutic target. While pharmacologic efforts to raise HDL-C levels have failed to reduce cardiovascular events, focus has shifted to HDL functionality, particularly cholesterol efflux capacity (CEC). ApoA-1 infusions have demonstrated antiatherogenic effects in preclinical models and early human trials by enhancing CEC and promoting cholesterol clearance. This review summarizes the rationale and evolving clinical trial landscape investigating apoA-1 infusions as a novel therapy for CAD prevention and treatment.

Background Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) is an emerging neuromodulation therapy for chronic pain, yet its use in clinical practice varies significantly. Although temporary PNS is widely incorporated, either as a screening trial or a treatment itself, the evidence supporting the use of temporary PNS prior to permanent implantation is limited. We aimed to compare pain relief, opioid consumption, and adverse events between an approach implementing temporary PNS before permanent implantation (temporary-to-permanent (TTP)) vs proceeding directly to permanent PNS implantation (direct-to-permanent (DTP)). Methods A multicenter retrospective study was undertaken at seven major academic institutions from January 1, 2014, to January 1, 2024. Adult patients who underwent permanent PNS implantation for the treatment of chronic pain conditions were included and were divided into TTP or DTP cohorts based on their clinical approach. The dual primary outcomes were pain relief and opioid consumption (in oral morphine equivalents) at 6 months compared with baseline before any PNS therapy. Multivariable Tobit regression analysis was performed to identify predictors of pain relief at 6 months using a stepwise approach. Results A total of 130 patients were analyzed (54 in TTP approach, 76 in DTP approach). Patient-reported percentage pain relief was 56.7%±27.9% at 6 months compared with baseline (before PNS implantation) in the TTP cohort, and 45.1%±33.6% in the DTP cohort. The estimated mean percentage pain relief at 6 months was similar in the TTP and DTP cohorts (between-group difference 15.24%; 95% CI −0.32 to 30.80, p=0.052), with consistent findings after sensitivity analysis with multiple imputation. Opioid consumption declined similarly in the TTP (−3.1±9.9 mg) and DTP (−2.1±8.1 mg) cohorts at 6 months with no statistical difference between cohorts (mean between-group difference: −1.00, 95% CI −4.57 to 2.57, p=0.580), and with consistent findings after sensitivity analysis. Device explantation rates and adverse event profiles were comparable between cohorts. Conclusion Although temporary PNS is widely performed prior to permanent PNS implantation, there was no evidence that the TTP approach is associated with superior analgesic outcomes compared with the DTP approach. Further, patients in both approaches achieved clinically meaningful pain relief at 6 months compared with baseline status prior to PNS therapy.

ABSTRACT. This cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted at the University of Health Sciences, Lahore, over 5 years (2016–2020) to explore the association of Panton–Valentine leucocidin (pvl) genes and staphylococcal cassette chromosome mec (SCCmec) types with hospital-acquired (HA) and community-acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Panton–Valentine leucocidin genes in MRSA have been found in HA-MRSA strains, thereby raising the prevalence of highly virulent and resistant strains. Furthermore, the usage of staphylococcal cassette chromosome mec (SCCmec) typing is crucial for understanding the epidemiology and evolution of MRSA. The isolates of Staphylococcus aureus were acquired from clinical samples of the patients. Gram staining, catalase, coagulase, and DNAse tests were used for S. aureus confirmation. The methicillin resistance genes A and C (mecA and mecC) genes were detected to confirm MRSA by using a 30 µg cefoxitin disk. Panton–Valentine leucocidin gene identification and SCCmec typing (types I–V and XI) were conducted through polymerase chain reaction testing. Only 440 strains of MRSA were isolated, and 31.6% were positive for the pvl gene. The most prevalent SCCmec type among the MRSA isolates was type III, which was found in 42.7% of isolates. The pvl gene was detected in 74% of SCCmec types IV and V and in only 14% of SCCmec types I, II, III, and IIIA. This study revealed the dynamic adaptability of MRSA strains within healthcare settings, with the cooccurrence of the pvl gene and various SCCmec types highlighting the complexity of MRSA epidemiology. The urgent implementation of comprehensive strategies that integrate molecular surveillance and infection control measures is crucial for mitigating MRSA.

Introduction The field of neuromodulation has experienced substantial growth, accompanied by an increase in clinical practice guidelines aimed at supporting evidence-based practice. However, adherence to reporting standards remains critical in the development of a comprehensive and transparent clinical practice guideline. This study evaluated the reporting quality of guidelines on neurostimulation for chronic pain by assessing compliance with the Reporting Items for Practice Guidelines in Healthcare (RIGHT) checklist and the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation (AGREE) checklist and explored predictors of reporting quality. Methods A search strategy was conducted from database inception to April 17, 2024 to identify guideline articles on neurostimulation treatment (spinal cord stimulation, dorsal root ganglion stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation) for chronic pain. Primary outcomes included the percentage of completed RIGHT and AGREE checklist items. Secondary outcomes included the identification of under-reported checklist items, predictors of reporting quality, and agreement between the two checklists. Results A total of 24 guideline articles were included, with a mean percentage of completed items being 55.12%±12.68% for the RIGHT checklist and 52.16%±10.51% for the AGREE checklist. Items that were most frequently under-reported (<25% completion) included themes of population-specific considerations, cost/resource implications, guideline limitations, recommendation development process, magnitude of benefit versus magnitude of harm, and statement of competing interests and how they were managed. Secondary analysis revealed no significant associations between RIGHT/AGREE reporting quality and journal impact factor, year of publication, number of authors, or guideline themes. There was good inter-checklist agreement between the RIGHT and AGREE checklists (intraclass correlation coefficient 0.76, 95% CI 0.44 to 0.90), suggesting overlapping but distinct evaluation criteria. Conclusions Current guidelines of neurostimulation for chronic pain exhibit significant variability in reporting items, with notable deficiencies in the description of key methodological areas. While adherence to established checklists such as RIGHT and AGREE remains poor and inconsistent, these tools provide a critical framework for enhancing comprehensiveness, transparency, and methodological rigor in future guideline development.

Abstract Introduction Synchronous carcinomas are second neoplasms that occur within 6 months of the primary lesion. After this period, they are considered metachronous neoplasms. Literature reported the incidence of synchronous and metachronous carcinoma in the oral cavity from 8% to 21% which is a poor prognostic factor with a subsequently poor overall survival rate. Case Report A 57-year-old male presented with ulcerative lesions in the oral cavity for the last 2 years. He had 25-year history of betel nut chewing. On examination, two ulcerative lesions noted in the oral cavity: on the right upper gingival area measuring approximately 1 x 1 cm with the exposed underlying bone, and another on the left lower gingival area measuring 2 x 2 cm from canine to premolar, subsequently confirmed with MRI. Biopsy confirmed squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). After discussion in the multidisciplinary meeting, he underwent right partial maxillectomy, left marginal mandibulectomy, bilateral neck dissection, and dental extractions, with uneventful post-operative recovery. Histopathology of right partial maxillectomy was moderately differentiated SCC (pT4a), Left marginal mandibulectomy; well-differentiated SCC in the canine area, as well as molar teeth area, and no involved lymph nodes (0/88). All resection margins were free of tumour. Radiotherapy was given to the right maxilla postoperatively. Conclusions To our knowledge, this is the first reported case of triple synchronous SCC oral cavity in our country. Detection of three Synchronous SCCs in the oral cavity follows the concept of field cancerization. A multidisciplinary treatment strategy in a high-volume cancer-dedicated centre is required to aggressively treat such tumours.