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A 14-month-old boy born to first-degree consanguineous parents presented with recurrent gingival bleeding, spontaneous epistaxis, prolonged bleeding after vaccinations, and widespread ecchymoses. Platelet count, PT, aPTT, factors VIII/IX, and von Willebrand factor levels were normal. Platelet aggregation studies showed absent aggregation to all agonists except ristocetin. What's your diagnosis?

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Speed, Innovation, and Trust: Guiding Scientific Publishing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

  Cureus Editor-in-Chief Dr. Alexander Muacevic

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how research is created, reviewed, and shared. In a new editorial, Cureus Editor-in-Chief Dr. Alexander Muacevic explores how the scientific community can embrace innovation while maintaining the trust, transparency, and editorial rigor that underpin credible research.

As AI continues to reshape scholarly publishing, Cureus remains committed to advancing accessibility and efficiency without compromising research integrity. Discover how responsible AI adoption can support scientific progress while protecting the quality and reliability of the scientific record.

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Curated to spotlight peer-reviewed research on specialized medical topics, Cureus Collections make it easier to explore, share, and contribute to focused areas of study. We group related articles to enhance visibility, foster collaboration, and advance knowledge within the medical community.

As researchers continue to submit emerging topics, new collections are launched across a wide range of medical specialties. Explore existing collections or apply to submit your own to support the growth of open-access research.

Chronic Wound Management and Emerging Therapeutic Approaches

Chronic wounds continue to pose a substantial challenge to modern healthcare systems due to their prolonged healing times, high recurrence rates, and significant impact on patient quality of life. The pathophysiology of chronic wounds is multifactorial, often…read more.

Reverse Evidence-Based Dentistry: Bridging Digital Innovation, Translational Research, and Systemic Oral Health

Reverse Evidence-Based Dentistry (rEBD) redefines the relationship between research, education, and clinical reality in dentistry. Unlike traditional evidence-based models that apply published data to guide practice, rEBD begins…read more.

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