074, k = 2). When compared to inactive controls, we found large effect sizes in PD/A (g = -0.892, k = 9) and comorbid anxiety and depression (g = -0.723, k = 9) symptoms, and moderate change in quality of life (g = -0.484, k = 3) at post-test. There was no difference between Guided self-help iCBT and Self-help iCBT in PD/A (g = -0.025, k = 3) and comorbid anxiety and depression (g = -0.025, k = 3) at post-test. Baseline severity, country of original research and adherence to the treatment in form of initial uptake were identified as statistically significant moderators of the iCBT treatment. Increasing scientific evidence shows the significant role of epigenetic mechanisms in drug use disorder, abstinence and relapse. selleck kinase inhibitor Studies on human subjects are limited compared to those on animals, for various reasons such as poly-substance abuse, high drop-out rate and technical difficulties. Our goal was to evaluate whether a monitored abstinence period of 21 days could induce changes in global DNA methylation in chronic heroin users. In the current study, we present data on global DNA methylation on a set of 18 male patients with chronic heroin use disorder, carefully selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, who were hospitalized and closely monitored during a 21-day detoxification program, one of the few where no opioid agonist is administered. The participants were sampled twice, once upon enrolment to the program and once upon completion. According to our results, no difference in global DNA methylation was detected between samples collected upon enrolment and samples collected upon completion of the program. The findings of this study do not rule out the possibility that the 21-day abstinence period was not long enough to observe changes in global DNA methylation, or that abstinence induced site-specific methylation changes (but not global changes), that certainly merit further evaluation.The findings of this study do not rule out the possibility that the 21-day abstinence period was not long enough to observe changes in global DNA methylation, or that abstinence induced site-specific methylation changes (but not global changes), that certainly merit further evaluation. Bethesda category III and IV thyroid nodules fall in the indeterminate risk of malignancy category. These nodules have been a relatively elusive entity to manage as previous studies have shown a wide variation in malignancy rates in different regions and institutions across the world. However, data from the subcontinent with regards to this is scarce. This study aimed to determine the characteristics and malignancy rates of cytology proven Bethesda Category III and IV thyroid nodules and its association with clinical, histopathological and laboratory variables, in the regional population. A retrospective search was performed on all patients with thyroid nodules who presented to this hospital, from January 2011 to September 2018. Patients who had cytology proven Bethesda category III and IV thyroid nodules that underwent surgery were included in the study. Malignancy in Bethesda Category III and Bethesda Category IV thyroid nodules was 29.6% and 47.1%, respectively. There was no significant association determined between malignancy rate and various clinical, histopathological, and radiological characteristics. The malignancy rates in Bethesda category III and IV thyroid nodules in this study are significantly higher than that initially suggested by the Bethesda consensus publication but is comparable to international data present.The malignancy rates in Bethesda category III and IV thyroid nodules in this study are significantly higher than that initially suggested by the Bethesda consensus publication but is comparable to international data present.Hydatid disease is a parasitic infestation that is endemic in many sheep and cattle-raising geographic areas including Mediterranean countries. Primary retro vesical hydatid cyst is a very rare entity. It can be revealed by urinary and gynecological signs. We reported a case of a retro vesical hydatid cyst in a 67-years old woman revealed by an acute urinary retention.A 51-year-old man visited our hospital for voluntary cancer screening. Positron emission tomography and computed tomography (PET-CT) incidentally found a mass in the left scrotum. The patient was referred to our department. Magnetic resonance imaging suggested a diagnosis of a fat-containing tumor of the spermatic cord and excluded an inguinal hernia. High orchiectomy was performed due to a diagnosis of lipoma or liposarcoma. Histopathological diagnosis was well-differentiated liposarcoma. He has survived 28 months after surgery without recurrence. Spermatic cord tumors are difficult to diagnose with imaging, and attention must be paid to the possibility of malignant tumors.Adrenal masses are commonly found on radiographic studies performed for unrelated reasons. We report on a case of a non-functioning adrenal mass from which a needle biopsy showed a nonspecific infiltrate of polyclonal plasma cells and small lymphocytes. A definitive diagnosis of the plasma cell variant of Castleman lymphadenopathy was made only after surgical excision. While the hyaline vascular variant of Castleman lymphadenopathy has been identified in adrenal glands, this is the first report of the plasma cell variant in an adrenal mass. This case particularly underscores the importance of an excisional biopsy for proper diagnosis.Emphysematous cystitis (EC) is a rare entity caused by bacteria, which produce gas filled cysts in the bladder wall. We present a case of EC in a 72-year-old woman admitted to Vascular Surgery Department because of diabetic foot syndrome. During the hospital stay, the patient's general condition deteriorated. CT established EC diagnosis. Surgical treatment was inevitable. Salvage cystectomy was performed. Despite macroscopic removal of necrotic tissues, the condition of the patient didn't improve, 75 days past diagnosis of EC she died due to the multi-organ failure. Prompt diagnosis provided by imaging plays a key role in the treatment of EC.