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A Kaufman

Publications and source records attributed to A Kaufman.

At least 127 records · Page 7Linked to original sources
PubMed1977

Abrupt memory loss associated with thalamic tumor.

We report a case in which glioma with apparent major involvement of the right thalamus was manifested initially solely by abrupt onset of severe impairment of both recent and moderately remote memory. Distracting stimuli plays a role in prevention of consolidation of memory.

Brain Neoplasms↗
PubMed1977

Undergraduate medical education in geriatrics: nursing home experience.

Preclinical medical students undertook an elective course in geriatrics which combined instruction in history taking, physical diagnosis, and problem-oriented assessment of elderly patients in a nursing home. A drug utilization review and specific drug therapy plans were formulated by pharmacy students. The project identified general problems susceptible to institutional as well as individual remedy. The students were led beyond their initial preoccupation with "physical complaints" to interest in pertinent psychological, social, and economic factors. A model of geriatric education for health science students can productively link the health science center and community nursing homes with benefits for the student, the patient, and the nursing home.

Aged↗
PubMed1976

Multifocal eosinophilic granuloma ("Hand-Schuller-Christian disease"). Report illustrating H-S-C chronicity and diagnostic challenge.

We have described an unusual case of multifocal eosinophilic granuloma ("Hand-Schueller-Christian disease") in a middle-aged woman. The case underscores the varied and subtle nature of the disease presentation and the extent to which many organ systems may become involved. Unusual features of her case include atypical bone roentgenograms, cutaneous anergy, panhypopituitarism and evidence of diffuse central nervous system dysfunction. Several features of multifocal eosinophilic granuloma present in the older age group are different from those presenting in children and young adults. Finally, multifocal eosinophilic granuloma may present all the clinical and laboratory features of a progressive, chronic disease.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1976

Follow-up of rape victims in a family practice setting.

Health care for rape victims traditionally has been crisis oriented, focused solely upon the victim, and provided either by a gynecologist or psychiatrist. A family practice health team, working in a county hospital, offered rape victims and their families crisis counseling in the emergency room, and follow-up care in a family practice clinic. Follow-up of victims markedly increased from 8% before initiation of the program to 86% afterward. Family members of more than half of the victims seen on follow-up received treatment. A wide range of health needs of both victims and their families, not identified in the emergency room, was identified on follow-up visits. In this way emergency care of the rape victim often became an entry point into the health care system. Rape must be viewed as a family's as well as victim's health problem, often demanding a broader service than can be offered by a gynecologist or psychiatrist alone.

Adaptation, Psychological↗
PubMed1976

Diethylstilbestrol in the treatment of rape victims.

Despite growing controversy surrounding its use as a "morning after pill," diethylstilbestrol (DES) is prescribed liberally for rape victims. Guidelines for its use in these patients is lacking. Of 150 consecutive rape victims treated at a university medical center, 63 (42 percent) received prescriptions for DES. Of the 55 (87 percent) on whom follow-up was obtained, in 40 (73 percent) there were substantial side effects-nausea or vomiting, or both. At least six (11 percent) did not complete therapy because of these side effects. The authors offer guidelines for use of DES for rape victims and a plan for patient education and follow-up.

Diethylstilbestrol↗