Endocrine Abstracts

Background: Hypogonadism is estimated to account for over 10% of male-factor infertility. However, due to conflicting data regarding the relationship between testosterone levels and sperm quality, hormone evaluation is not consistently requested during initial assessment of the infertile male. Hypogonadism is associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) and has been linked to an increased risk of mortality The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of hypogonadism...

Introduction: Neuroendocrine tumours can metastasize to the bones, but rarely to the orbit. The majority of orbital metastasis are incidental findings on somatostatin receptor imaging. Symptomatic metastases are treated with external beam radiotherapy or chemotherapy, seldom with surgical resection (1–4). Here we present a case who presented with visual disturbance due to an orbit metastasis which was resected and the histology showed a metastatic NET. <p class="abste...

Introduction: Small bowel NETs (SBNETs) are a group of heterogenous tumours that can exist as unifocal or multifocal disease. The current literature regarding multifocal SBNETs includes small patient cohorts and mainly focuses on histopathologic characteristics only. Data regarding the presenting symptoms and survival are lacking.Aim: To present clinical characteristic, disease free survival (DFS) and overall survival (OS) in patients with multifocal SBN...

Introduction: Malnutrition is a common problem amongst patients with gastro-enteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (GEP-NETs). A recent study from our group reported 75% of patients with GEP-NETs treated with monthly somatostatin analogues (SSAs) are malnourished (1). Ideally, all malnourished patients are offered nutritional support. However, guidelines and support are often lacking. The natural course of malnutrition in patients with GEP-NETs is unknown.The aim of t...

Background: With increasing ethnic diversity in the Western World, it is important to establish the safety of religious practices such as fasting during Ramadan. There is limited information about severity and outcome of diabetes-related ketoacidosis (DKA) during Ramadan outside Middle East.Objective: We studied differences in severity, DKA-related complications and outcomes of DKA before (Shaban), during (Ramadan) and after Ramadan (Shawwal).<p clas...

Introduction: Simulation via Instant Messaging – Birmingham Advance (SIMBA) is a simulation-based training model shown to have increased clinicians’ confidence in managing cases in diabetes and endocrinology, as well as sustained clinical knowledge.1 Traditional simulation models have typically focussed on a specific group of healthcare professionals. We evaluated if there is a difference in performance between different training groups during SIMBA.<p...

Background: Simulation via Instant Messaging - Birmingham Advance (SIMBA) is an online simulation learning modality designed to recreate clinical scenarios, allowing participants to increase their confidence in a safe environment without compromising patient safety. The global rating scale (GRS) is a commonly used assessment tool in medical schools to assess participant competence and skills. Following SIMBA sessions, an independent assessor anonymously scores participants&#14...

Introduction: Simulation via Instant Messaging -Birmingham Advance (SIMBA) is a virtual platform which simulates anonymised, real-life clinical cases to train healthcare professionals. Participants’ competence is assessed using an adapted version of the global rating scale (GRS) commonly used in medical schools.Aims: To compare GRS scores of participants according to country of residence and domains assessed as part of simulation.<p class="abste...

Background: SIMBA is a simulation-based learning platform designed to increase clinicians’ confidence in managing various clinical scenarios. The restriction of face-to-face learning during the COVID-19 pandemic led to switching Simulation via Instant Messaging – Birmingham Advance (SIMBA) to entirely virtual sessions.Objective: To explore SIMBA’s effectiveness to sustain medical education in endocrinology during the pandemic.<p class=...

Introduction: The delivery of medical education has transformed from in-person to remote teaching, accelerated by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Simulation is a useful teaching modality increasingly used to develop healthcare professionals’ knowledge and skills while protecting patients from unnecessary risks. Although simulation has traditionally occurred face-to-face, many of its principles can be adapted for remote teaching. Simulation via Instant Messaging – Birm...