Late diagnosis of pulmonary agenesis

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (10) ◽  
pp. e245233
Author(s):  
Diana Alexandra Pimenta ◽  
Filipa Lemos Aguiar ◽  
Beatriz Celeiros Fernandes ◽  
Rui Rolo
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Lung Parenchyma ◽  
Asthma Diagnosis ◽  
Cardiovascular Malformations ◽  
Surgical Interventions ◽  
Pulmonary Agenesis ◽  
History Of ◽  
Lung Infections ◽  
Respiratory Complaints

Pulmonary agenesis is defined as the complete absence of one or both lungs, including the bronchi, bronchioles, vasculature and lung parenchyma. Most of these malformations are detected in early childhood. A residual number remains asymptomatic and undiagnosed until adulthood. The clinical presentation is wide, ranging from asymptomatic to respiratory complaints like dyspnoea, respiratory distress and a history of recurrent lung infections. This case presents a 54-year-old woman with complaints of coughing, dyspnoea for medium exertion and wheezing for a couple of months. Based on the results of complementary diagnosis methods, right pulmonary agenesis was diagnosed without other malformations. Simultaneously, an asthma diagnosis was also performed. The treatment of pulmonary agenesis is symptomatic. Simultaneous cardiovascular malformations could require surgical interventions. This case demonstrates that pulmonary agenesis may remain undiagnosed, be identified incidentally, and have a good and long prognosis.

The Diagnostic Value of Pericardial Fluid and Pericardial Biopsy: Single Center Experiences

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 023 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehmet Yildirim ◽  
Recep Ustaalioglu ◽  
Murat Erkan ◽  
Bala Basak Oven Ustaalioglu ◽  
Hatice Demirbag ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pericardial Effusion ◽  
Thoracoscopic Surgery ◽  
Pericardial Tamponade ◽  
Pericardial Fluid ◽  
Pathological Examination ◽  
Common Disease ◽  
Pericardial Window ◽  
Surgical Interventions ◽  
History Of ◽  
Recurrent Pericardial Effusion

<strong>Background:</strong> Patients with recurrent pericardial effusion and pericardial tamponade are usually treated in thoracic surgery clinics by VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery) or open pericardial window operation. The diagnostic importance of pathological evaluation of the pericardial fluid and tissue in the same patients has been reported in few studies. We reviewed pathological examination of the pericardial tissue and fluid specimens and the effect on the clinical treatment in our clinic, and compared the results with the literature. <br /><strong>Methods:</strong> We retrospectively analyzed 174 patients who underwent pericardial window operation due to pericardial tamponade or recurrent pericardial effusion. For all patients both the results of the pericardial fluid and pericardial biopsy specimen were evaluated. Clinicopathological factors were analyzed by using descriptive analysis. <br /><strong>Results:</strong> Median age was 61 (range, 20-94 years). The most common benign diagnosis was chronic inflammation (94 patients) by pericardial biopsy. History of malignancy was present in 28 patients (16.1%) and the most common disease was lung cancer (14 patients). A total of 24 patients (13.8%) could be diagnosed as having malignancy by pericardial fluid or pericardial biopsy examination. The malignancy was recognized for 12 patients who had a history of cancer; 9 of 12 with pericardial biopsy, 7 diagnosed by pericardial fluid. Twelve of 156 patients were recognized as having underlying malignancy by pericardial biopsy (n = 9) or fluid examination (n = 10), without known malignancy previously. <br /><strong>Conclusion:</strong> Recurrent pericardial effusion/pericardial tamponade are entities frequently diagnosed, and surgical interventions may be needed either for diagnosis and/or treatment, but specific etiology can rarely be obtained in spite of pathological examination of either pericardial tissue or fluid. For increasing the probability of a specific diagnosis both the pericardial fluid and the pericardial tissues have to be sent for pathologic examination.

Surgical management of choke through oesophagotomy in a buffalo: A case report

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Devasee Borakhatariya ◽  
A. B. Gadara
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Surgical Management ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Clinical Signs ◽  
Thoracic Inlet ◽  
Cervical Oesophagus ◽  
Foreign Objects ◽  
History Of ◽  
Oesophageal Obstruction ◽  
Large Animals

Oesophageal disorders are relatively uncommon in large animals. Oesophageal obstruction is the most frequently encountered clinical presentation in bovine and it may be intraluminal or extra luminal (Haven, 1990). Intraluminal obstruction or “choke” is the most common abnormality that usually occurs when foreign objects, large feedstuff, medicated boluses, trichobezoars, or oesophageal granuloma lodge in the lumen of the oesophagus. Oesophageal obstructions in bovine commonly occur at the pharynx, the cranial aspect of the cervical oesophagus, the thoracic inlet, or the base of the heart (Choudhary et al., 2010). Diagnosis of such problem depends on the history of eating particular foodstuff and clinical signs as bloat, tenesmus, retching, and salivation

scholarly journals Ectopic pregnancy in a tertiary care centre of Jharkhand, India

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
pp. 2969
Author(s):  
Meetali Parashar ◽  
Meena Mehta
Keyword(s):  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Previous History ◽  
First Trimester ◽  
Near Miss ◽  
Obstetrics And Gynaecology ◽  
Maternal Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
History Of ◽  
Β Hcg ◽  
A Prospective Study

Background: Ectopic pregnancy is one in which the fertilized ovum is implanted and develops outside the endometrial cavity. It is an important cause of maternal morbidity and mortality in first trimester. The present study was conducted to study the risk factors, clinical presentation and management of ectopic pregnancy in RIMS, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India.Methods: This was a prospective study conducted in the department of obstetrics and gynaecology, RIMS, Ranchi, Jharkhand during May 2017 to September 2018. A total of 90 cases were included in the study.Results: 80% of the patients presented with amenorrhoea, 98% had abdominal pain and 69% had vaginal bleeding. Ultrasonography revealed hemoperitoneum in about 93% patients. 16 (18%) patients had history of infertility whereas 10 patients (11%) had taken treatment of infertility.6 (7%) patients had history of STD or PID.14 (16%) had undergone bilateral tubectomy.2 (2%) had history of IUCD insertion and 12 (13%) patients had undergone previously lscs. 54 patients (60%) had undergone D and C and 6 patients (7%) had a previous history of ectopic pregnancy. 68 (76%) underwent only salpingectomy.12 (13%) had salpingo-oophorectomy and 10 (11%) had salpingectomy with contralateral tubectomy.Conclusions:Diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy requires clinical suspicion and supportive investigations like UPT, ultrasonography, β HCG and laparoscopy. It is an important cause of admission to RIMS as maternal near miss cases.Background: Ectopic pregnancy is one in which the fertilized ovum is implanted and develops outside the endometrial cavity. It is an important cause of maternal morbidity and mortality in first trimester. The present study was conducted to study the risk factors, clinical presentation and management of ectopic pregnancy in RIMS, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India.Methods: This was a prospective study conducted in the department of obstetrics and gynaecology, RIMS, Ranchi, Jharkhand during May 2017 to September 2018. A total of 90 cases were included in the study.Results: 80% of the patients presented with amenorrhoea, 98% had abdominal pain and 69% had vaginal bleeding. Ultrasonography revealed hemoperitoneum in about 93% patients. 16 (18%) patients had history of infertility whereas 10 patients (11%) had taken treatment of infertility.6 (7%) patients had history of STD or PID.14 (16%) had undergone bilateral tubectomy.2 (2%) had history of IUCD insertion and 12 (13%) patients had undergone previously lscs. 54 patients (60%) had undergone D and C and 6 patients (7%) had a previous history of ectopic pregnancy. 68 (76%) underwent only salpingectomy.12 (13%) had salpingo-oophorectomy and 10 (11%) had salpingectomy with contralateral tubectomy.Conclusions: Diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy requires clinical suspicion and supportive investigations like UPT, ultrasonography, β HCG and laparoscopy. It is an important cause of admission to RIMS as maternal near miss cases.

scholarly journals When less is more: a daring conservative approach to postpneumonectomy oesophago-pleural fistula

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 146-148
Author(s):  
Lara Girelli ◽  
Elena Prisciandaro ◽  
Niccolò Filippi ◽  
Lorenzo Spaggiari
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Clinical Status ◽  
High Morbidity ◽  
Conservative Approach ◽  
Chronic Fistula ◽  
Less Is More ◽  
Primary Surgery ◽  
History Of ◽  
Uncommon Complication

Abstract Oesophago-pleural fistula is an uncommon complication after pneumonectomy, usually related to high morbidity and mortality. Due to its rarity and heterogeneous clinical presentation, its diagnosis and management are challenging issues. Here, we report the case of a patient with a history of pneumonectomy for a tracheal tumour, who developed an asymptomatic oesophago-pleural fistula 7 years after primary surgery. In consideration of the patient’s good clinical status and after verifying the preservation of respiratory and digestive functions, a bold conservative approach was adopted. Five-year follow-up computed tomography did not disclose any sign of recurrence of disease and showed a stable, chronic fistula.

scholarly journals 651. Comparative Analysis Between Bacterial And Fungal Malignant Otitis Externa

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S383-S384
Author(s):  
Fatma Hammami ◽  
Makram Koubaa ◽  
Amal Chakroun ◽  
Fatma Smaoui ◽  
Khaoula Rekik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Otitis Externa ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Causative Organism ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Duration Of Treatment ◽  
Evolutionary Features ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Malignant Otitis Externa ◽  
History Of

Abstract Background Malignant otitis externa is a fatal infection of the external ear and temporal bone. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is the most common causative organism, while fungi are a rare cause of malignant otitis externa. We aimed to compare the clinical, therapeutic and evolutionary features between bacterial and fungal malignant otitis externa. Methods We conducted a retrospective study including all patients hospitalized for malignant otitis externa in the infectious diseases department between 2000 and 2018. Results Overall, we encountered 82 cases of malignant otitis externa, among which there were 54 cases (65.9%) of bacterial malignant otitis externa (BMO) and 28 cases (34.1%) of fungal malignant otitis externa (FMO). The males were predominant among BMO cases (57.4% vs 50%; p=0.5). Patients with FMO were significantly older (70±9 years vs 61±10 years; p&lt; 0.001) and had medical history of diabetes mellitus more frequently (96.4% vs 77.8%; p=0.03). The use of topical corticosteroids was significantly more reported among FMO cases (28.6% vs 5.6%; p=0.006). Otalgia (96.4% vs 81.5%), otorrhea (75% vs 66.7%) and cephalalgia (46.4% vs 42.6%) were the revealing symptoms among FMO and BMO, respectively, with no significant difference. Tenderness to palpation of the mastoid bone (64.3% vs 38.9%; p=0.02) and stenosis of the external auditory canal (92.9% vs 72.2%; p=0.02) were significantly more frequent among FMO cases. Complications were significantly more frequent among FMO cases (42.9% vs 9.3%; p&lt; 0.001). Treatment duration was significantly longer among FMO cases (70[40-90] days vs 45[34-75] days; p=0.03). Conclusion Our study showed that FMO affected more frequently the elderly and diabetic patients, when compared with BMO. Regardless of the causative agent, the clinical presentation was similar. However, the outcome was poor among FMO cases with the occurrence of complications, requiring a longer duration of treatment. Disclosures All Authors: No reported disclosures

scholarly journals Post-COVID-19 Kawasaki-Like Syndrome

2021 ◽  
pp. 014556132110060
Author(s):  
Jérôme R. Lechien ◽  
Rémi Hervochon ◽  
Stéphane Hans
Keyword(s):  
Abdominal Pain ◽  
Multiple Organ Failure ◽  
Organ Failure ◽  
Hepatitis A ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Multiple Organ ◽  
Mild Form ◽  
Severe Dysphagia ◽  
History Of ◽  
Inflammatory Syndrome

A 42-year-old man was referred for a week history of severe dysphagia, odynophagia, fever (39 °C), fatigue, abdominal pain, pharyngeal swelling, and multiple neck lymphadenopathies. The medical history reported a mild form of COVID-19 one month ago. The biology reported an unspecified inflammatory syndrome. The patient developed peritonitis, myocarditis, and hepatitis. A myocardium biopsy was performed. A diagnosis of Kawasaki-like disease (KLD) was performed. The occurrence of KLD in adults is rare but has to be known by otolaryngologists regarding the otolaryngological clinical presentation that may precede the multiple organ failure.

Treating Superficial Venous Thrombophlebitis

2008 ◽  
Vol 6 (8) ◽  
pp. 760-765 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason T. Lee ◽  
Maziyar A. Kalani
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Low Molecular Weight ◽  
Superficial Vein ◽  
Low Molecular Weight Heparins ◽  
Surgical Interventions ◽  
Superficial Thrombophlebitis ◽  
Compression Bandages ◽  
Elastic Stockings ◽  
Inflammatory Drugs ◽  
Valvular Insufficiency

Superficial venous thrombophlebitis (SVT) is characterized as a localized inflammatory condition of the venous vessels underlying the skin. It arises from thrombosis of a superficial vein, and clinical presentation usually involves pain, erythema, and tenderness at the sites of inflammation. Although the condition is usually self-limited and not serious or fatal, symptomatic superficial thrombophlebitis can be debilitating, limit movement and certain capabilities, or progress to involve the deep venous system and cause pulmonary embolism. SVT is typically associated with venous valvular insufficiency, pregnancy, infection, and prothrombotic conditions, including malignancy. Currently, medical therapies comprising bedrest, elastic stockings, compression bandages, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and low molecular weight heparins are used to reduce the extension of inflammation and recurrence of thrombotic events in patients experiencing SVT. In patients refractory to conservative measures, surgical interventions such as phlebectomy, sclerotherapy, saphenous junction ligation, or saphenous vein stripping are potential treatments.

scholarly journals Paraspinal gossybipoma: A case report and review of the literature

2010 ◽  
Vol 01 (02) ◽  
pp. 102-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
Baris Kucukyuruk ◽  
Huseyin Biceroglu ◽  
Bashar Abuzayed ◽  
Mustafa O Ulu ◽  
Ali M Kafadar
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Disk Herniation ◽  
Serous Fluid ◽  
Lumbar Disk Herniation ◽  
Radiologic Findings ◽  
Initial Surgery ◽  
History Of ◽  
Retained Surgical Sponges ◽  
Operation Wound

ABSTRACTSpinal or paraspinal retained surgical sponges (gossybipoma or textiloma) are rare incidents and mostly asymptomatic in chronic cases, but can be confused with other masses such as a hematoma, an abscess or a tumor. In chronic cases, the presentation can be as late as decades after the initial surgery; however, some gossybipomas cause infection or abscess formation in the early stages. The authors report a 40-year-old woman with a history of operation for lumbar disk herniation before 8 months, and got admitted with a complaint of serous fluid leakage from the operation wound. In this report, the authors discuss the clinical presentation, the radiologic findings and the differential diagnosis of gossybipoma.

scholarly journals Metastatic Melanoma Presenting as Intussusception in an 80-Year-Old Man: A Case Report

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Alghamdi ◽  
Yumna Omarzai
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Small Intestine ◽  
Gastrointestinal Tract ◽  
Metastatic Melanoma ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Gastrointestinal Symptoms ◽  
Common Site ◽  
Neoplastic Process ◽  
History Of ◽  
Uncommon Neoplasm

Malignant melanoma of the gastrointestinal tract is an uncommon neoplasm that could be primary or metastatic. Small intestine represents the most common site for the metastatic melanoma; however, it could be found anywhere in the gastrointestinal tract. Intussusception is a rare cause of intestinal obstruction in adults compared to children. In 90% of the cases, the underlying cause can be found, and in 65% of the cases, intussusception is caused by the neoplastic process. The majority of the neoplasms are benign, and about 15% are malignant. Metastatic melanoma is one of the most common metastatic malignancies to the gastrointestinal tract; however, the premortem diagnosis is rarely made. Here, we report an uncommon clinical presentation of metastatic melanoma causing intussusception in an 80-year-old man. This diagnosis should be considered in a differential diagnosis in any patient who presents with gastrointestinal symptoms and a history of melanoma.

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