Intraorbital Abscess: A Rare Cause of Orbit Compression

FACE ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 273250162110050
Author(s):  
Samuel Ruiz ◽  
Rizal Lim
Keyword(s):  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Disease Process ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
External Drainage ◽  
Direct Extension ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
History Of ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis

Introduction: Intraorbital abscess is a rare complication of rhinosinusitis that affects most commonly the pediatric population. It is thought to be caused by direct extension or venous spread of infections from contiguous sites and can lead to life-threatening complications, like permanent visual loss and cerebral abscesses. Objectives: Intraorbital abscess is a rare condition that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to avoid serious complications. Our objectives are to provide an overview of this rare disease process and its management including our successful treatment experience. Case Description: We present a 2 case report of a 13-year-old pediatric male and a 66-year-old male with history of chronic sinusitis who presented with a right intraorbital abscess successfully treated with external drainage with decompression of the orbit. Conclusion: When intraorbital abscess is encountered, a high index of suspicion is needed to allow prompt and accurate diagnosis for this infrequent condition. Timely surgical drainage of the abscess is needed to prevent the development of fatal complications.

scholarly journals The “Fountain of Death”: A Case Series on Tracheo-innominate Artery Fistula

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason Lo ◽  
Marina Mat Baki ◽  
Yeoh Xing Yi ◽  
Nik Hisyam Amirul ◽  
Zahirrudin Zakaria
Keyword(s):  
Potential Role ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Innominate Artery ◽  
Survival Outcomes ◽  
Permissive Hypotension ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
History Of ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion

Tracheo-innominate artery fistula (TIF) is a very rare complication related to tracheostomy and has been reported in 0.7% of patients, but certainly is one of the most life-threatening conditions. It is of paramount importance to maintain a high index of suspicion in evaluating patients with TIF and to anticipate occurrence of massive haemorrhage even during simple procedures related to tracheostomy such as tube change. We report 3 cases of TIF, each with a unique and unsuspecting history of the condition and review the emergency protocol in arresting the bleeding. We’ve also highlighted the potential role of permissive hypotension with sedation in improving survival outcomes of patients with TIF.

scholarly journals Aortico-Left Atrial Fistula: A Rare Complication of Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Endocarditis Secondary toEnterococcus faecalis

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Abhinav Agrawal ◽  
Martin Miguel Amor ◽  
Deepa Iyer ◽  
Manan Parikh ◽  
Marc Cohen
Keyword(s):  
Aortic Valve ◽  
Aortic Root ◽  
Left Atrial ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Fistula Formation ◽  
Aortic Root Abscess ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis ◽  
Early Surgical Intervention

Paravalvular aortic root abscess with intracardiac fistula formation is an exceedingly rare complication of infective endocarditis. This condition is even more rarely encountered in patients with bioprosthetic valve endocarditis. We report an unusual case of a 68-year-old Bosnian female with a bioprosthetic aortic valve, who developed an extensive aortic root abscess, complicated by an aortico-left atrial intracardiac fistula. This case illustrates that a high index of suspicion, prompt diagnosis by echocardiography, proper antibiotic therapy, and early surgical intervention are crucial to improving treatment outcomes for this rare condition.

scholarly journals Survival of Toddler with Aortoesophageal Fistula after Button Battery Ingestion

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Hannah Gibbs ◽  
Rishabh Sethia ◽  
Patrick I. McConnell ◽  
Jennifer H. Aldrink ◽  
Toshiharu Shinoka ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rare Case ◽  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Aortoesophageal Fistula ◽  
Esophageal Foreign Body ◽  
Button Battery ◽  
Caustic Injury ◽  
History Of ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Button Batteries

Button batteries (BBs) are found in many households and are a source of esophageal foreign body in the pediatric population. Upon ingestion, significant caustic injury can occur within 2 hours leading to tissue damage and severe, potentially fatal sequelae. Aortoesophageal fistula (AEF) is a rare complication that nearly always results in mortality. We report a rare case of a toddler who developed an AEF after BB ingestion and survived following staged aortic repair. There should be a high index of suspicion for this complication with the history of BB ingestion and presence of hematemesis, hemoptysis, or melena.

scholarly journals Second trimester Abdominal Pregnancy: A Case Report in a Resource Limited Setting

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Jimah B Bashiru ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Abdominal Ultrasound ◽  
High Index ◽  
Emergency Laparotomy ◽  
Abdominal Pregnancy ◽  
Resource Limited ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Right ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis

Introduction: Abdominal pregnancy is a rare form of ectopic pregnancy with very high feto-maternal morbidity and mortality. Diagnosis and management can pose difficulties in low-resource centres. High index of suspicion is vital in making a prompt diagnosis. Case Presentation: A 23year old, gravida 2, para 1, who presented with a two-day history of severe abdominal pain was referred from a satellite clinic. Abdominal ultrasound scan revealed a live 18week 5day intra-abdominal pregnancy. Emergency laparotomy showed an intact gestational sac at the superior aspect of the uterus with massive hemoperitoneum. The placenta was attached to the right ovary, omentum, and fimbriae of the right fallopian tube. Conclusion: Abdominal pregnancy is a rare occurrence and requires a high index of suspicion for prompt diagnosis. Massive hemoperitoneum can be life threatening and prompt surgical intervention is key in saving the life of the mother.

scholarly journals Diagnosing gastric volvulus in chest X-ray: report of three cases

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Narendra Pandit ◽  
Abhijeet Kumar ◽  
Tek Narayan Yadav ◽  
Qamar Alam Irfan ◽  
Sujan Gautam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Acute Abdomen ◽  
Gastric Volvulus ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Pain Abdomen ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Chest X Ray ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Specific Symptoms ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis

Abstract Gastric volvulus is a rare abnormal rotation of the stomach along its axis. It is a surgical emergency, hence requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent life-threatening gangrenous changes. Hence, a high index of suspicion is required in any patients presenting with an acute abdomen in emergency. The entity can present acutely with pain abdomen and vomiting, or as chronic with non-specific symptoms. Chest X-ray findings to diagnose it may be overlooked in patients with acute abdomen. Here, we report three patients with gastric volvulus, where the diagnosis was based on the chest X-ray findings, confirmed with computed tomography, and managed successfully with surgery.

scholarly journals Severe Intraoperative Anaphylaxis Related to Thymoglobulin during Living Donor Kidney Transplantation

Antibodies ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 43
Author(s):  
Muhammad I. Saeed ◽  
Ryan D. Nicklas ◽  
Vikas Kumar ◽  
Rajan Kapoor ◽  
Imran Y. Gani
Keyword(s):  
Anaphylactic Shock ◽  
Kidney Transplant Recipient ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Patient Characteristics ◽  
Successful Outcome ◽  
Donor Kidney ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
History Of ◽  
Polyclonal Immunoglobulin ◽  
Donor Kidney Transplantation

Anaphylaxis secondary to thymoglobulin (anti-thymocyte globulin) is a rare condition that can be life threatening. Thymoglobulin is a rabbit-derived T-cell depleting polyclonal immunoglobulin. It is commonly used for induction immunosuppression and/or for treatment of acute rejection in renal transplantation. We report a case of a living kidney transplant recipient who developed intraoperative anaphylactic shock secondary to thymoglobulin. The patient had a history of pet rabbit exposure. This case report highlights the importance of prompt identification and management of intraoperative anaphylaxis, which is key to a successful outcome. Induction immunosuppression selection based on patient characteristics is important. Communication between the anesthesia team and surgeons played a key role in stopping the donor surgery.

Rupture of sinus of Valsalva aneurysm: case report and review of contemporary literature

Perfusion ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 026765912096691
Author(s):  
Jean-Luc Duval ◽  
Richard AE Ramsingh ◽  
Natasha C Rahaman ◽  
Risshi D Rampersad ◽  
Gianni D Angelini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Cardiac Failure ◽  
Congenital Heart ◽  
Contemporary Literature ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Aneurysm Rupture ◽  
Sinus Of Valsalva ◽  
Sinus Of Valsalva Aneurysm ◽  
History Of ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion

Sinus of Valsalva aneurysm rupture is a rare condition with a great potential for morbidity and mortality if not promptly diagnosed and managed. We present an unusual non-infected sinus of Valsalva aneurysm rupture in a 47-year-old female. This case report, a likely presentation of a late congenital heart defect, highlights the need for a high index of suspicion in a patient with atypical history of congestive cardiac failure.

scholarly journals Acute midgut volvulus in a septuagenarian with secondary jejunoileal diverticulitis and undiagnosed congenital malrotation: an unusual presentation

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (11) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gregory Sigler ◽  
Laura Baker ◽  
Shaheer Tadros ◽  
Janelle Rekman ◽  
Sameer S Apte
Keyword(s):  
Umbilical Hernia ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Midgut Volvulus ◽  
Surgical Exploration ◽  
Duodenojejunal Flexure ◽  
Umbilical Hernia Repair ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
History Of ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Ladd's Bands

Abstract A 79-year-old male presented with abdominal pain, incidental umbilical hernia and acute midgut volvulus that was not detected until surgical exploration. When he presented to hospital, computed tomography (CT) findings indicated perforated jejunoileal diverticulitis; however, in the operating room clockwise volvulization of the jejunum and ileum, secondarily inflamed jejunoileal diverticula, incomplete malrotation (right-sided duodenojejunal flexure), right retroperitoneal adhesions (Ladd’s bands) and numerous other congenital adhesive bands were found. A modified Ladd’s procedure and umbilical hernia repair were completed including detorsion, division of Ladd’s bands with medialization of the cecum and lysis of other congenital adhesions without appendectomy. The patient recovered to baseline function by 3 weeks postoperatively. Acute midgut volvulus is a life-threatening surgical emergency that is exceptionally rare in the elderly. CT is relatively insensitive, so misdiagnosis is common. A high index of suspicion is required, especially in patients with a history of congenital gastrointestinal abnormalities. Prompt surgical exploration for correction and prevention is crucial.

scholarly journals Infratentorial subdural empyemas mimicking pyogenic meningitis

2013 ◽  
Vol 04 (02) ◽  
pp. 213-215 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anurag Gupta ◽  
Suman S Karanth ◽  
A Raja
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Intervention ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Pyogenic Meningitis ◽  
Suppurative Otitis Media ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
History Of ◽  
Associated Risk Factors ◽  
High Degree ◽  
Delay In Treatment

ABSTRACTInfratentorial subdural empyema is an extremely rare condition which unfortunately mimics pyogenic meningitis in 75% of cases. While an ill‑planned lumbar puncture in these cases may be fatal, an inadvertent delay in treatment may be detrimental to the outcome for the patient. We present a case of a young boy with long standing history of chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) presenting with an infratentorial empyema with features suggestive of pyogenic meningitis. We also review the available literature to further define the condition in terms of clinical features, treatment options, and outcome. A misdiagnosis of this condition with failure to institute appropriate surgical intervention and antibiotic therapy is potentially life threatening. We highlight this rare condition which requires a high degree of suspicion especially in the presence of associated risk factors.

scholarly journals Ureteroarterial Fistula from Ureteral Stump: A Challenging Case

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
Pietro Pozzilli ◽  
Massimo Lenti ◽  
Stefano Mosca ◽  
Elisabetta Nunzi ◽  
Luigi Mearini
Keyword(s):  
Rare Condition ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Endovascular Stent ◽  
Difficult Diagnosis ◽  
Ureteroarterial Fistula ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Endovascular Stent Placement ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis ◽  
Ureteral Occlusion

Ureteroarterial fistula (UAF) is a relatively rare condition with about 150 cases reported in the literature. Since it is a potentially life-threatening condition, a prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial. We present here a rare, challenging case of UAF diagnosed after left nephrectomy, thus involving the ureteral stump. The difficult diagnosis and treatment by contemporary use of endovascular stent placement and ureteral occlusion by mean of metallic coils and Onyx injection are discussed.

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