Growth Behavior of Listeria monocytogenes in a Traditional Norwegian Fermented Fish Product (Rakfisk), and Its Inhibition through Bacteriophage Addition

Listeria monocytogenes may persist in food production environments and cause listeriosis.In Norway, a product of concern is the traditional and popular fermented fish product “rakfisk”, which is made from freshwater salmonid fish by mild-salting and brine maturation at low temperatures for several months.It is eaten without any heat sou

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Complete Absence of Suprascapular Notch: A Case Report

Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment (SSNE) is an acquired neuropathy secondary to compression of suprascapular nerve in the Suprascapular MILLET Notch (SSN).Complete ossification of superior transverse scapular ligament may be a cause for suprascapular nerve entrapment.The absence of suprascapular notch is not very common condition, though its prevalenc

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Arthroscopic Decompression of a Popliteal Cyst

Background: Popliteal (Baker) cysts are enlarged gastrocnemius-semimembranosus bursae leading to swelling in the popliteal fossa.Surgical decompression and capsulectomy is the definitive treatment for symptomatic cysts with arthroscopic or open decompression.Arthroscopic decompression is minimally invasive, entails lower risks, and allows for earli

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