Spinal osteosarcoma in the paediatric age group: Case series and literature review

Chondromyxoid fibroma (CMF) is a rare benign bone tumor of cartilaginous origin, with an extremely rare craniofacial occurrence. Considering its rarity, craniofacial CMF presents a diagnostic challenge for radiologists. To our knowledge, only seven cases of zygomatic CMF have been described in the literature, only one of which was in the paediatric age group. Furthermore, none of the currently reported cases include MRI findings of zygomatic CMF. Here, we present a paediatric case of CMF of the zygoma with a comprehensive literature review of the reported cases, focusing on their radiological features and its differential diagnosis.

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IF NEEDED TO BE SURGICALLY INTERVENED UPON, IN THE PAEDIATRIC DIAPHYSEAL FRACTURES, WHICH IS THE BETTER AMONG THE AVAILABLE FIXATION DEVICES-A CASE SERIES CONSIDERATION.

10.36106/5424952 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 45-48

Author(s):

Arun Kumar.C ◽

Vibishek Raj ◽

Sathish Babu ◽

Venkatachalam K ◽

Danial Arun ◽

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Keyword(s):

Plate Osteosynthesis ◽

Excellent Result ◽

Case Series ◽

P Value ◽

Dash Score ◽

Age Group ◽

Fixation Devices ◽

Paediatric Age ◽

Diaphyseal Fractures ◽

Radiographic Grading

Humeral fractures, in the paediatric age group, have two peaks of incidence. It has a high incidence in babies below three years of age, and again also in children, above 10 years of age. The objective of our study, was to compare the most popular operative techniques for handling humeral diaphyseal fractures, in the paediatric age group, such as Plate Osteosynthesis (Locking Compression Plate), Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nailing System (ESIS), and the External Fixation devices (EF). This prospective study was conducted at Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute (CH&RI), Kelambakkam, from July 2017 to June 2020. A total of 15 patients were a part of this study, of which, 8 were males and 7 were females. The functional outcomes were assessed using the DASH, the Borberg and Morrey scoring system and the radiographic assessment was done using Stan's Radiographic Grading system, in all the three methods of treatment. The Follow up period was for a minimum of twelve months. The Broberg and Morrey Score points were 88.4 (74-95) for LCP, 80.67 for ESIS (70- 91) and 83.87 (80-87) for EF (p value>0.05). In the DASH score, the average was 19.2 in the LCP group, 21.17 and 21.10, respectively, in the ESIS and EF groups. Stan's Radiographic Grading showed Grade 2 to 3 fracture union status, in all the xation modalities of our study. The prudence of the surgeon, his surgical experience, the age of the patient, the geometry of the fracture and the nature of the humeral diaphyseal fracture, all needs to be carefully weighed, analyzed and on a case-to-case basis, the decision has to be taken, regarding which xation device is best suited for that very particular fracture. All the three modalities have been showcased to highlight their pros and cons, not with-standing the fact that, all the three modalities have faired superiorly in giving good to excellent result outcomes.

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Urinary lithiasis in the pediatric age group: Case report and literature review

The Journal of Medical Research ◽

10.31254/jmr.2017.3105 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 11-13

Author(s):

Carrel Mavuta Zalula ◽

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Guylain Bilali ◽

Alexis Mupepe Kumba ◽

Olivier Mukuku ◽

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Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Literature Review ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

Group Case ◽

Pediatric Age Group ◽

Urinary Lithiasis

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Migration of the Distal Catheter of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunts in Pediatric Age Group: Case Series

World Neurosurgery ◽

10.1016/j.wneu.2018.07.073 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 119 ◽

pp. e131-e137 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Ahmed A.M. Ezzat ◽

Mohamed A.R. Soliman ◽

Amr A. Hasanain ◽

Mohamed A. Thabit ◽

Hesham Elshitany ◽

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Keyword(s):

Case Series ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

Distal Catheter ◽

Ventriculoperitoneal Shunts ◽

Group Case ◽

Pediatric Age Group

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Modified endotracheal tube: emergency alternative to paediatric tracheostomy tube

The Journal of Laryngology & Otology ◽

10.1017/s0022215111000636 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 125 (7) ◽

pp. 729-731 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

M Kurien ◽

R Raviraj ◽

J Mathew ◽

I Kaliaperumal ◽

S Ninan

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Literature Review ◽

Endotracheal Tube ◽

Tracheostomy Tube ◽

Relevant Literature ◽

Emergency Situation ◽

Age Group ◽

Simple Alternative ◽

Paediatric Age ◽

Partial Cricotracheal Resection

AbstractBackground:In an emergency, the non-availability of a conventional paediatric tracheostomy tube is a therapeutic challenge for the attending surgeon.Objective:To describe a simple alternative to a paediatric tracheostomy tube for use in an emergency situation.Method:Case report of a 14-year-old boy who developed tracheomalacia following partial cricotracheal resection for subglottic stenosis. As a suitably sized tracheostomy tube (with a long narrow segment) was not available, an endotracheal tube was modified and used successfully. Details of the modification, and a relevant literature review, are also discussed.Conclusion:In the paediatric age group, when an appropriately sized tracheostomy tube is not available, a modified endotracheal tube is a simple temporary alternative; this may be especially useful in an emergency.

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ICD INSERTION AND MANAGEMENT IN PAEDIATRIC AGE GROUP- A CASE SERIES.

International Journal of Advanced Research ◽

10.21474/ijar01/7740 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 6 (9) ◽

pp. 834-838

Author(s):

G Hariharan ◽

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V Gomathi ◽

AAjay Kumar ◽

VarshaM Totadri ◽

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Keyword(s):

Case Series ◽

Age Group ◽

Paediatric Age ◽

Group A

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Bevacizumab in Retinopathy of Prematurity : Concerns and adverse effects

Nepalese Journal of Ophthalmology ◽

10.3126/nepjoph.v12i2.28993 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 12 (2) ◽

pp. 298-307

Author(s):

Anuj Sharma ◽

Adheesh Shetty ◽

Y.C. Venu Gopal Reddy

Keyword(s):

Developing Countries ◽

Adverse Effects ◽

Retinopathy Of Prematurity ◽

Controlled Trial ◽

Case Series ◽

Intravitreal Bevacizumab ◽

Vital Role ◽

Age Group ◽

Paediatric Age ◽

Randomised Controlled

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) ranks as one of the leading causes of blindness in the paediatric age group, the incidence of which is increasing in developing countries as the economy strengthens and healthcare practices improve. As a vasoproliferative disorder affecting premature neonates VEGF is said to play a vital role in the pathogenesis of ROP. Evidence of the efficacy of anti-VEGF agents in treatment of ROP have been seen in literature since early 2007 with most published reports being either case studies or small case series. The only randomised controlled trial in this regard was the BEAT-ROP study which was published in 2011. However, even in that study the adverse effects of Bevacizumab were not analysed. This review aims to discuss the complications prior to the blanket administration of intravitreal bevacizumab in the management of ROP.

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A study on paediatric stridor causes and management: case series

International Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery ◽

10.18203/issn.2454-5929.ijohns20174327 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 3 (4) ◽

pp. 1031

Author(s):

D. K. Selvam ◽

V. J. Vikram ◽

M Saktheeswaran ◽

Mohammed Irfad M P

Keyword(s):

Emergency Department ◽

Respiratory Distress ◽

Case Series ◽

Team Work ◽

Age Group ◽

Radiological Investigation ◽

Common Cause ◽

Pediatric Age Group ◽

Management Algorithm ◽

Paediatric Age

Background: Stridor is one of the life threatening symptoms presenting to the Emergency Department. Stridor is a sign of airway obstruction, so it demands immediate attention and thorough evaluation to uncover the precise underlying cause. This study on paediatric stridor is to find the causes of stridor in paediatric age group are to identify the cause to initiate treatment of stridor, suggest an approach to evaluate and manage the underlying cause.Methods: Retrospective study of series 515 cases in paediatric age group, below 12 years of age presenting with respiratory distress to the Emergency department/ENT department. The primary management was to maintain the airway in all cases. Intravenous line established intravenous fluid/antibiotics /steroids/racemic adrenaline, followed by history of the respiratory distress from the parents/ caretakers. Then according to the provisional diagnosis evaluation is done by radiological investigation/ endoscopy. Results: Laryngomalacia was the most common cause of infant stridor in less than one year of age in 348 cases, while Foreign body aspiration is the most common cause of stridor in age group one to 12 years in 122 cases. 358 cases (69%) were treated conservatively and cause related management was done in 157 (31%). Endoscopy and imaging offers the best methods in evaluating and treatment of pediatric stridor.Conclusions:The management of stridor in pediatric age group is a team work of ENT surgeons, Pediatrician, Pediatric surgeons, anaesthetist. The airway maintenance is the main management followed by ENT examination, evaluation by imaging, endoscopy and treatment of the cause. We follow the airway management algorithm in order to evaluate the child for diagnosis of the cause for treatment and successful outcomes of stridulous pediatric patients.

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