Nikki Elmi

By Nikki Elmi Macrodystrophia Lipomatosa (MDL) is a rare congenital overgrowth disorder characterized by an excessive and disproportionate growth of one or more digits (fingers or toes), and sometimes an entire limb. The overgrowth involves not just adipose (fat) tissue but also other mesenchymal components; bone, nerves, connective tissue, possibly muscles and periosteum. Typically present from birth or early childhood, the disorder often becomes more prominent as the child grows. The...

By Nikki Elmi Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with...

By Nikki Elmi The 4 types of ascending aorta and aortic root replacement surgeries. Aortic dissection is a life-threatening condition in...