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  1. Article ; Online: Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor-associated severe epididymo-orchitis.

    Mishra, Rahul / Elshimy, Ghada / Kannan, Lakshmi / Raj, Rishi

    BMJ case reports

    2022  Volume 15, Issue 7

    Abstract: A man in his late 50s, with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and morbid obesity, presented to the hospital with complicated epididymo-orchitis. The onset of symptoms (scrotal pain, erythema and swelling) occurred after the use of ... ...

    Abstract A man in his late 50s, with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and morbid obesity, presented to the hospital with complicated epididymo-orchitis. The onset of symptoms (scrotal pain, erythema and swelling) occurred after the use of empagliflozin, a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor, for 2 months. His baseline antidiabetic medications were insulin, glipizide and metformin. Initially, he had failed treatment of epididymo-orchitis with oral levofloxacin for 3 weeks, followed by 2 weeks of doxycycline therapy. At the presentation to the hospital, an ultrasound of the scrotum revealed scrotal and right testicular abscess. The patient underwent right inguinal orchiectomy. Postoperatively, pus culture was positive for
    MeSH term(s) Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/complications ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/drug therapy ; Epididymitis/chemically induced ; Epididymitis/complications ; Epididymitis/drug therapy ; Glucose/therapeutic use ; Humans ; Male ; Orchitis/chemically induced ; Orchitis/complications ; Orchitis/drug therapy ; Sodium/therapeutic use
    Chemical Substances Sodium (9NEZ333N27) ; Glucose (IY9XDZ35W2)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-11
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ISSN 1757-790X
    ISSN (online) 1757-790X
    DOI 10.1136/bcr-2022-250942
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  2. Article ; Online: Late onset of pituitary apoplexy following gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist for prostate cancer treatment.

    Elshimy, Ghada / Raj, Rishi / Jacob, Aasems / Correa, Ricardo

    BMJ case reports

    2022  Volume 15, Issue 3

    Abstract: Pituitary apoplexy (PA) is a clinical condition characterised by a sudden increase in pituitary gland volume secondary to ischaemia and/or necrosis. Most cases occur in non-functioning pituitary adenoma but can also occur in functioning adenoma. Certain ... ...

    Abstract Pituitary apoplexy (PA) is a clinical condition characterised by a sudden increase in pituitary gland volume secondary to ischaemia and/or necrosis. Most cases occur in non-functioning pituitary adenoma but can also occur in functioning adenoma. Certain predisposing factors can result in PA and the use of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists for prostate cancer (PCa) is one such condition. Once diagnosed, both surgical and conservative management has been used for the treatment of PA. We present a case of a man in his late 50s who developed PA following treatment of PCa with leuprolide. His symptoms developed insidiously and he presented 6 months after symptom onset. Anterior pituitary hormone workup along with pituitary MRI confirmed the diagnosis of PA and patient was subsequently treated with adequate replacement of pituitary hormone with significant improvement in his symptoms. It is very important to keep a high index of suspicion for PA, especially among elderly patients receiving GnRH agonist treatment for PCa.
    MeSH term(s) Aged ; Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone ; Humans ; Leuprolide/adverse effects ; Male ; Pituitary Apoplexy/chemically induced ; Pituitary Apoplexy/diagnosis ; Pituitary Neoplasms/surgery ; Prostatic Neoplasms/drug therapy
    Chemical Substances Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (33515-09-2) ; Leuprolide (EFY6W0M8TG)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-07
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ISSN 1757-790X
    ISSN (online) 1757-790X
    DOI 10.1136/bcr-2021-248523
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  3. Article ; Online: Adrenocortical carcinoma: a literature review.

    Thampi, Ammu / Shah, Ekta / Elshimy, Ghada / Correa, Ricardo

    Translational cancer research

    2022  Volume 9, Issue 2, Page(s) 1253–1264

    Abstract: Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is reported to be present in 3-10% of the population with most tumors presenting as benign tumors. Most cases of ACC are a sporadic accumulation of mutations over time. However, studies show a predisposition to various ... ...

    Abstract Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is reported to be present in 3-10% of the population with most tumors presenting as benign tumors. Most cases of ACC are a sporadic accumulation of mutations over time. However, studies show a predisposition to various genetic mutations may contribute. Research over the last couple of decades has elucidated causes of ACC to be driven by several molecular changes that include inactivation of tumor suppressor genes and activation of a myriad of different oncogenes, DNA mutations, and epigenetic changes. The widely adopted staging of ACC is by European Network of Study of Adrenal Tumors (ENSAT) due to its correlations with clinical outcomes. At the time of presentation, a detailed history taking with attention to the history of symptoms of hormonal excess and family history of possible hereditary influence is the first step of evaluation. It is followed by a thorough physical examination for evaluation of ACC. Management of ACC poses a unique challenge as it involves oncologic and endocrine issues. Except for one trial, treatment guidelines are based on retrospective studies and non-randomized trials, and therefore the level of evidence is grade II to grade IV. Personalized therapy including identifying the actionable target in each patient is the future of ACC management. The knowledge base of ACC is evolving based on the basic science and clinical trials conducted by worldwide groups such as COMITE of France, ENSAT of Europe, TCGA project and American Australian Asian Adrenal Alliance (A5). Future studies should aim at clear molecular and clinical standardization. Recommended therapeutic strategies should be prospectively recorded.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-15
    Publishing country China
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2901601-0
    ISSN 2219-6803 ; 2218-676X
    ISSN (online) 2219-6803
    ISSN 2218-676X
    DOI 10.21037/tcr.2019.12.28
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  4. Article: Sudden-onset Hypoglycemia Following Fluid Replacement in a Patient with Dapagliflozin-induced Diabetic Ketoacidosis Without Prior Insulin Use: Case Report.

    Elshimy, Ghada / Correa, Ricardo

    Cureus

    2019  Volume 11, Issue 8, Page(s) e5448

    Abstract: Euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a known complication of sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors that have been reported in the literature. The prevalence of this side effect is growing and the exact mechanism of action on why this ... ...

    Abstract Euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a known complication of sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors that have been reported in the literature. The prevalence of this side effect is growing and the exact mechanism of action on why this happens is unknown. Hypoglycemia events are very rare in diabetic patients using SGLT-2 inhibitors and/or metformin when they have normal kidney function. We report a novel complication of hypoglycemia that occurred during the course of treatment of SGLT2 inhibitor-induced DKA in a patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) on the dapagliflozin-metformin combination.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-08-21
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.5448
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  5. Article: A Case of Undiagnosed Functional Gonadotroph Adenoma Leading to Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome.

    Mayur, Omkar / Elshimy, Ghada / Bansal, Rashika / Jacob, Aasems / Raj, Rishi

    Cureus

    2022  Volume 14, Issue 6, Page(s) e26242

    Abstract: A functional gonadotroph adenoma is a very rare endocrinopathy, and only a few cases have been reported in the literature. We present a case of a woman in her early 50s with a past medical history of recurrent ovarian cysts who developed bilateral ... ...

    Abstract A functional gonadotroph adenoma is a very rare endocrinopathy, and only a few cases have been reported in the literature. We present a case of a woman in her early 50s with a past medical history of recurrent ovarian cysts who developed bilateral hemianopsia and was referred to the endocrinology clinic after a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) identified a pituitary mass. Anterior pituitary hormone workup confirmed hypersecretion of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which suggested ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) as the etiology of recurrent ovarian cysts. The patient underwent transsphenoidal resection of the pituitary tumor with improvement in visual symptoms. Our case illustrates that functional gonadotroph adenoma can be a potential cause of OHSS apart from the setting of assisted reproductive technology and hence warranting a meticulous endocrine evaluation to rule out this rare disease.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-06-23
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.26242
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  6. Article: Case report: SARS-CoV-2 infection as a trigger for diabetic ketoacidosis and newly detected pancreatic autoantibodies.

    Mishra, Rahul / Elshimy, Ghada / Kannan, Lakshmi / Jacob, Aasems / Raj, Rishi

    Frontiers in endocrinology

    2022  Volume 13, Page(s) 983206

    Abstract: A 39-year-old-woman with a past medical history of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) on oral hypoglycemic agents presented to the emergency room with nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, and altered mental status. Seven days prior to presentation, she ... ...

    Abstract A 39-year-old-woman with a past medical history of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) on oral hypoglycemic agents presented to the emergency room with nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, and altered mental status. Seven days prior to presentation, she was diagnosed with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. Laboratory workup on presentation confirmed the diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) (blood glucose 523 mg/dl, beta-hydroxybutyrate 8.91 mmol/l, pH 6.9, bicarbonate 11 mEq/l, anion gap 25 mEq/l, and HbA1c 10.8%). She was managed for DKA with hydration and insulin drip and discharged home. However, to our surprise, at the 2-week follow-up visit, she was found to have positive antibodies for zinc transporter 8 (ZnT8) (samples were collected on day of presentation). The rest of her antibodies associated with T1DM were negative. She was therefore started on a basal-bolus regimen and managed as type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). Our case illustrates that there is an increased risk of T1DM following infection with SARS-CoV-2.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Autoantibodies ; COVID-19 ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 ; Diabetic Ketoacidosis ; Female ; Humans ; Pancreatic Hormones ; SARS-CoV-2
    Chemical Substances Autoantibodies ; Pancreatic Hormones
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-10
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2592084-4
    ISSN 1664-2392
    ISSN 1664-2392
    DOI 10.3389/fendo.2022.983206
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  7. Article ; Online: Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors' Newly Reported Endocrine Side Effect: Pazopanib-Induced Primary Adrenal Insufficiency in a Patient With Metastatic Renal Cell Cancer.

    Elshimy, Ghada / Gandhi, Anand / Guo, Rong / Correa, Ricardo

    Journal of investigative medicine high impact case reports

    2020  Volume 8, Page(s) 2324709620936808

    Abstract: Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) have been used in the treatment of multiple types of cancer. Pazopanib is one of the TKIs and is considered a first-line treatment for adult patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma. Many endocrine-related adverse ... ...

    Abstract Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) have been used in the treatment of multiple types of cancer. Pazopanib is one of the TKIs and is considered a first-line treatment for adult patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma. Many endocrine-related adverse effects have been noted with the use of TKIs including hypothyroidism, vitamin D deficiency, altered bone density, secondary hyperparathyroidism, abnormal glucose metabolism, gynecomastia, and hypogonadism. Subclinical glucocorticoid deficiency and adrenal insufficiency have been reported with the use of TKIs in only a few cases so far; thus, its true prevalence and clinical significance have yet to be fully elucidated. The mechanism is still not fully understood; however, adrenal toxicity with hemorrhage and/or necrosis of the adrenal glands has been observed in studies. In this article, we describe the first reported case of pazopanib inducing primary adrenal insufficiency in a patient with metastatic renal cell carcinoma diagnosed after the exclusion of all other causes of primary adrenal insufficiency.
    MeSH term(s) Addison Disease/chemically induced ; Carcinoma, Renal Cell/drug therapy ; Carcinoma, Renal Cell/pathology ; Humans ; Indazoles/adverse effects ; Kidney Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Kidney Neoplasms/pathology ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Protein Kinase Inhibitors/adverse effects ; Pyrimidines/adverse effects ; Sulfonamides/adverse effects
    Chemical Substances Indazoles ; Protein Kinase Inhibitors ; Pyrimidines ; Sulfonamides ; pazopanib (7RN5DR86CK)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-06-24
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2710326-2
    ISSN 2324-7096 ; 2324-7096
    ISSN (online) 2324-7096
    ISSN 2324-7096
    DOI 10.1177/2324709620936808
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  8. Article: Isolated Adrenocorticotropic Hormone Deficiency Secondary to Chronic Opiate Use.

    Raj, Rishi / Jacob, Aasems / Elshimy, Ghada / Smith, Jackson

    Cureus

    2020  Volume 12, Issue 7, Page(s) e9270

    Abstract: Although opiate use can result in various endocrine disorders, isolated adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) deficiency resulting in secondary adrenal insufficiency remains uncommon. We present a case of a 54-year-old woman with a history of chronic opiate ...

    Abstract Although opiate use can result in various endocrine disorders, isolated adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) deficiency resulting in secondary adrenal insufficiency remains uncommon. We present a case of a 54-year-old woman with a history of chronic opiate use who presented with a four-month history of worsening fatigue and syncopal episodes. Laboratory workup revealed a low ACTH with low baseline cortisol and normal levels of rest of the anterior pituitary hormones. The imaging study did not reveal any pituitary abnormality. The patient was diagnosed with opiate-induced isolated ACTH deficiency. Her symptoms improved after treatment with hydrocortisone. This case would further improve clinician's awareness towards opiate-induced endocrinopathies, including isolated ACTH deficiency, which can present with nonspecific signs and symptoms, creating a diagnostic challenge.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-07-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.9270
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  9. Article ; Online: Adverse Events Related to Tirzepatide.

    Mishra, Rahul / Raj, Rishi / Elshimy, Ghada / Zapata, Isain / Kannan, Lakshmi / Majety, Priyanka / Edem, Dinesh / Correa, Ricardo

    Journal of the Endocrine Society

    2023  Volume 7, Issue 4, Page(s) bvad016

    Abstract: Context: Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in May 2022 for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).: ... ...

    Abstract Context: Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in May 2022 for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
    Objective: We aimed to determine the rates of individual adverse events (AEs) related to 3 studied doses of tirzepatide.
    Methods: We performed a systematic review with meta-analysis including 5 databases (PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, Scopus, and Web of Science) for all clinical trials reporting AEs related to tirzepatide. The safety data from individual studies were extracted and analyzed through meta-regression to assess rates of individual AEs. Study quality assessment was performed using the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Quality Assessment Tool for Observational Cohort and Cross-Sectional Studies.
    Results: Ten trials (6836 participants) were included. Gastrointestinal (GI) AEs were the most commonly reported AEs and were dose dependent 39% (95% CI, 35%-43%), 46% (95% CI, 42%-49%), and 49% (95% CI, 38%-60%) for the 5, 10, and 15 mg dose, respectively. Among all GI AEs, nausea and diarrhea were most frequent at any dose of tirzepatide. Drug discontinuation due to AEs was highest with the 15 mg dose of tirzepatide (10%). Incidence of mild hypoglycemia (blood glucose < 70 mg/dL) was highest with tirzepatide 10 mg dose 22.6% (9.2%-39.8%). Rates of fatal AEs, severe hypoglycemia, acute pancreatitis, cholelithiasis, and cholecystitis were extremely low (≤ 1%) across all doses of tirzepatide.
    Conclusion: Tirzepatide is associated with a dose-dependent increase in incidence of GI AEs and AEs leading to drug discontinuation. Severe hypoglycemia, fatal AEs, acute pancreatitis, cholelithiasis, and cholecystitis are rare with this medication.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-26
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ISSN 2472-1972
    ISSN (online) 2472-1972
    DOI 10.1210/jendso/bvad016
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  10. Article: Early Presentation of a Rare Complication of Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors 10 Days After Initiation: Case Report and Literature Review.

    Elshimy, Ghada / Correa, Ricardo / Alsayed, Mahmoud / Jyothinagaram, Sathya

    Cureus

    2019  Volume 11, Issue 7, Page(s) e5173

    Abstract: Fournier's gangrene is an extremely rare infection that can occur in immunocompromised patients, especially those with diabetes. Given the severity of this infection and the new associated link to sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors, the US FDA ... ...

    Abstract Fournier's gangrene is an extremely rare infection that can occur in immunocompromised patients, especially those with diabetes. Given the severity of this infection and the new associated link to sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors, the US FDA recently issued a warning in August 2018. Few cases of Fournier's gangrene have been reported in the literature in diabetic patients taking these oral medications. We report a case of Fournier's gangrene presenting 10 days after a patient with type 2 diabetes started empagliflozin therapy.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-07-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.5173
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