REVIEW ARTICLE: Paediatric nasopharyngeal rhabdomyosarcoma: A case series and literature review

2010 ◽  
Vol 54 (4) ◽  
pp. 388-394 ◽  
Author(s):  
JN Healy ◽  
MF Borg
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Review Article

scholarly journals The roles of iodized oil-based lymphangiography and post-lymphangiographic computed tomography for specific lymphatic intervention planning in patients with postoperative lymphatic fistula: a literature review and case series

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Pan ◽  
M. Loos ◽  
T. D. Do ◽  
G. M. Richter ◽  
H. U. Kauczor ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Lymphatic Vessels ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Iodized Oil ◽  
Lymphatic Fistula ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
Intervention Planning

Abstract In the management of patients with postoperative lymphatic fistula (LF) in different locations, iodized oil-based lymphangiography (LAG) from trans-pedal or intranodal route is an established diagnostic approach with the potential to plan further interventional treatments. However, specific lymphatic interventions are indicated depending on different locations and morphologies of the LF. After a systematic literature review, four types of interventions can be considered, including direct leakage embolization/sclerotherapy (DLE/DLS), percutaneous afferent lymphatic vessel embolization (ALVE), percutaneous afferent lymphatic vessels disruption/sclerotherapy (ALVD/ALVS), and trans-afferent nodal embolization (TNE). In the iodized oil-based LAG, three potential lymphatic targets including confined leakage, definite afferent LVs, and definite closest afferent LNs should be comprehensively assessed. For optimal prospective treatment planning for LF, iodized oil-based post-lymphangiographic computed tomography (post-LAG CT) is a useful complement to the conventional iodized oil-based LAG, which can be performed easily after LAG. This review article summarized the current evidence of the specific lymphatic interventions in patients with postoperative LF and explored the potential benefits of post-LAG CT in the intervention planning from a case series.

Infrapopliteal Arterial Pseudoaneurysm Development Secondary to Blunt Trauma: Case Series and Literature Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 54 (4) ◽  
pp. 367-374
Author(s):  
Matthew T. Chrencik ◽  
Brian Caraballo ◽  
John Yokemick ◽  
Peter J. Pappas ◽  
Brajesh K. Lal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Blunt Trauma ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Duplex Ultrasound ◽  
Endovascular Coiling ◽  
Skeletal Trauma ◽  
Delay In Diagnosis ◽  
Tibial Arteries ◽  
Pulsatile Mass ◽  
Orthopedic Injuries

Objectives: Infrapopliteal arterial pseudoaneurysms (IAP) following blunt trauma with associated orthopedic injuries are uncommon, often present in a delayed fashion, and encompass a diagnostic and therapeutic dilemma. Herein, we present a series of IAPs that were diagnosed following blunt trauma and their management. Methods: Case series consisting of 3 patients and a review of the international literature. Results: Our case series included 3 patients presenting with IAPs following blunt trauma with associated orthopedic injuries. They were all identified in a delayed manner (>3 weeks) after the orthopedic injuries were treated. All patients presented with pain and a pulsatile mass while one concurrently had neurologic deficits. The pseudoaneurysms were diagnosed by duplex ultrasound and confirmed by angiography to be originating from the tibioperoneal trunk, anterior tibial, and posterior tibial arteries respectively. Two patients were treated with surgical excision. Of these, one required an arterial bypass procedure while the other underwent direct ligation only. The third patient was treated by endovascular coiling. A literature review from 1950 to the present found 51 reported cases of IAP resulting from blunt trauma. Ninety percent of trauma-related infrapopliteal injuries occurred in men with a mean delay in diagnosis of 5.6 months (median 1.8 months) after injury. Since 1950, management has shifted from primarily ligation to incorporating minimally invasive endovascular techniques when appropriate. Conclusions: Infrapopliteal artery pseudoaneurysms are rare following blunt skeletal trauma. A delay in diagnosis often occurs and can result in major morbidity and extensive surgical intervention. We recommend a high index of suspicion and a thorough vascular examination in patients with lower extremity skeletal trauma to help identify and treat these injuries early and effectively.

scholarly journals Cholesterol Granuloma of the Maxillary Sinus—A Case Report and Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
pp. 215265672098478
Author(s):  
Abdulrahman Alghulikah ◽  
Norah Musallam ◽  
Ibrahim Sumaily ◽  
Amany Fathaddin ◽  
Surayie Aldossary
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Maxillary Sinus ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Unusual Presentation ◽  
Differential Diagnoses ◽  
Anatomical Site ◽  
Cholesterol Granuloma ◽  
Comprehensive Literature Review

Cholesterol Granulomas of the Maxillary Sinus, considered an unusual presentation at this anatomical site. Over last 2 decades, only few cases are reported in the literature (English) and no available comprehensive reviews or studies on this entity. Herein in this article we present a comprehensive literature review of the available reports of 16 cases along with reporting a new case which we managed, aided with its histopathological pictures. This review article can be a reference for practitioners in the field of otorhinolaryngology who may encounter these cases. Also, it attracts the attention to consider this pathology among the differential diagnoses of nasal masses. Moreover, including a described pathological imaging may help young pathologist to identify this pathology.

scholarly journals Association of early-onset epileptic encephalopathy with involuntary movements – Case series and literature review

2020 ◽  
pp. 100417
Author(s):  
Atsuko Arisaka ◽  
Mitsuko Nakashima ◽  
Satoko Kumada ◽  
Kenji Inoue ◽  
Hiroya Nishida ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Early Onset ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Epileptic Encephalopathy ◽  
Involuntary Movements

Analysis of Clinical, Imaging, and Pathologic Features of 36 Patients with Primary Intraspinal Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors: A Case Series and Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xuefeng Wei ◽  
Xu Zhang ◽  
Zimu Song ◽  
Feng Wang
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Subtotal Resection ◽  
Study Cohort ◽  
Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors ◽  
Pathologic Features ◽  
Neuroectodermal Tumors ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background and Study Aims Primary intraspinal primitive neuroectodermal tumors (PNETs) account for ∼0.4% of all intraspinal tumors, but information about these tumors in the medical literature is limited to single case reports. We report four cases of primary intraspinal PNETs and present a systematic literature review of the reported cases. Materials and Methods We retrospectively reviewed and analyzed the clinical data of 4 patients with primary intraspinal PNETs who underwent neurosurgical treatment at our clinic between January 2013 and January 2020, and of 32 cases reported in the literature. Results The female-to-male ratio was 2.6:1. The mean patient age was 21.42 ± 15.76 years (range: 1–60 years), and patients <36 years of age accounted for 83.30% of the study cohort. Progressive limb weakness and numbness were the chief symptoms (accounting for ∼55.6%). The mean complaint duration was 0.89 ± 0.66 months for males and 2.72 ± 3.82 months for females (p = 0.028). Epidural (41.7%) was the most common site, and thoracic (47.3%) was the most frequent location. Most PNETs were peripheral, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) appearance was isointense or mildly hypointense on T1-weighted images and hyperintense on T2-weighted images. Homogeneous contrast enhancement was observed. The 1-year survival rate of patients who underwent chemoradiation after total or subtotal lesion resection was better compared with patients who did not undergo chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or total or subtotal resection. The modality of treatment was associated with survival time (p = 0.007). Conclusion Primary intraspinal PNETs mainly occur in young people with a female preponderance. In patients with a rapid loss of lower limb muscle strength and large intraspinal lesions on MRI, PNETs should be considered. Surgical resection and adjuvant radio chemotherapy are key prognostic factors.

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