scholarly journals Pulmonary blastoma in a pregnant woman: a case report and brief review of the literature

2022 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Michał P. Budzik ◽  
Grzegorz Panek ◽  
Małgorzata Bińkowska ◽  
Beata Osuch ◽  
Ewa Borkowska ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Pulmonary blastoma (PB) comprises a rare heterogeneous group of lung tumours typically containing immature epithelial and mesenchymal structures that imitate the embryonic lung tissue and extremely rarely occurs during pregnancy. Although cough and haemoptysis are the most common PB symptoms, they usually indicate other serious pregnancy-related complications. Case presentation The article presents the unusual case of a 22-year-old pregnant woman diagnosed with PB during pregnancy. Conclusions PB is characterized by poor prognosis and patients’ outcome relies on a rapid diagnosis. Surgery remains the most common and effective treatment. Due to the extreme rarity, the literature contains only single mentions of PB in pregnancy, thus its impact on the course of pregnancy and the developing fetus remains unknown.

2006 ◽  
Vol 130 (4) ◽  
pp. 533-535 ◽  
Author(s):  
Madalina Tuluc ◽  
Daniel Brown ◽  
Bruce Goldman

Abstract Subarachnoid hemorrhage represents a rare event in pregnancy with a high mortality rate. We present the case of a 39-year-old pregnant woman who developed right vertebral artery dissection with subsequent massive subarachnoid hemorrhage with fatal outcome. The macroscopic and microscopic autopsy findings are described. A review of the literature with a discussion of the varied predisposing factors for vertebral artery dissection and subarachnoid hemorrhage and the rarity of these events in pregnancy is provided.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiman Li ◽  
Yang Liu ◽  
Yunzhu Li ◽  
liu weiping

Abstract Background: Granulocytic sarcomas (GS) are very rare. If it occurs after complete remission of acute myeloblastic leukemia(AML), it indicates a recurrence of AML and a poor prognosis. In such cases, relapse of leukemia occurs within a mean of 10 months following granulocytic sarcoma.Case presentation: Here we present an unusual case of 78-year-old male who presented with AML-M1 38 years ago. After complete remission from AML-M1 6 years later, he developed unusual multiple isolated extramedullary relapses. And the extramedullary relapse occurred 7 times and involved 8 anatomic sites during 15 years. Despite repeated relapses, treatment and physical damage, the patient managed to survive into 2016.However, we did not detect any signs of leukemia after 1992 and his bone marrow and peripheral blood remained normal Until his death. Immunohistochemical results of our case are all the same, suggesting that they were all derived from the recurrence of the same tumor.Conclusions: Extramedullary relapses may occur in AML patients after complete relieve and without the blood count and BM involvement. Accurate diagnosis of GS is important so the patient could to be treated timely. It is a challenge for the pathologist to make the diagnosis, and without immunohistochemistry (IHC), it may be misdiagnosed as another tumor.


1994 ◽  
Vol 84 (2) ◽  
pp. 82-85 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Spinner ◽  
TD McDonald

The authors present a brief review of the literature with an unusual case presentation of Lisfranc's dislocation. The authors review the mechanism of injury, presentation, and treatment alternatives for both acute trauma-related injuries and neuropathic-related injuries to the Lisfranc's joint. The authors discuss the controversy surrounding the preferred treatment of neuropathic-associated injuries and suggest that possibly criteria may be established for fusion versus conservative care of these injuries.


1995 ◽  
Vol 3 (6) ◽  
pp. 245-247
Author(s):  
Melanie Lau ◽  
Pamela Tauchi ◽  
Milton Kim ◽  
Francis Liu ◽  
Thomas Namiki

Background:Despite increased immigration to the United States from endemic areas, the diagnosis of microfilariasis in this country remains infrequent. This disease may occasionally present as a breast mass, in the absence of other clinical findings.Case:We report an unusual case ofWuchereria bancroftidiagnosed in a pregnant woman by breast fine-needle aspiration (FNA) and discuss the clinical implications of filariasis in pregnancy.Conclusion:FNA is safe and reliable in pregnancy. Infants of mothers with breast filariasis should be monitored.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadine El Kassis ◽  
Wael Abdallah ◽  
Rim Abou Chakra ◽  
Wissam Arab ◽  
Serge Sassine ◽  
...  

Aim: Evaluating the newborn passive immunization after maternal vaccination against SARS-COV-2. Case presentation: We present the case of a pregnant woman, with no prior history of COVID-19 infection, who got her second dose of mRNA vaccine against SARS-COV-2, 3 days before the start of her spontaneous labor. She was delivered by cesarean section after dynamical dystocia. Placental cord blood was retrieved immediately and sent to evaluate the titers of COVID-19 antibodies. Vaccine-generated antibodies were present in the umbilical cord with IgG spike >100 AU/ml. Conclusion: By reviewing the literature, vaccination seems to give hope about the potential protective effect of the maternal vaccination on her baby. Thus, pregnant women deserve a priority in the COVID-19 vaccination program.


Rare Tumors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 203636132098664
Author(s):  
Eva M Dobrindt ◽  
Martina Mogl ◽  
Peter E Goretzki ◽  
Johann Pratschke ◽  
Agata K Dukaczewska

Insulinomas are rare, benign and functional tumors that coincidentally may become overt during pregnancy or in the post-partum period. As the general symptoms of a pregnancy might cover the clinical presentation, diagnosing remains challenging. We present one additional case of a post-partum insulinoma, combined with a systematic review of the literature to sum up relevant details in diagnosis and treatment. A systematic request of Pubmed/Medline was conducted using the following terms: “insulinoma AND pregnancy” and “insulinoma” for a second request of ClinicalTrials.gov. All publications concerning pregnant or post-partum women with insulinoma were included. Thirty-six cases could be identified for analysis. Each publication was reviewed for demographic, diagnostic and therapeutic data. The most frequent clinical signs were unconsciousness and neurological symptoms. 64.9% were diagnosed during early pregnancy and 35.1% post-partum. 91.9% underwent surgery with a third resected during pregnancy without severe influence on fetal or maternal outcome. Three patients died of metastatic disease or misdiagnosing, two of them miscarried. Insulinoma in pregnancy is rare but should be considered in case of unclear hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia. Surgery can be performed during the second trimester or post-partum with promising outcome.


2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Stupak ◽  
Marcin Bobiński ◽  
Andrzej Miturski ◽  
Barbara Kalbarczyk ◽  
Anna Kwaśniewska ◽  
...  

AbstractObjectivesUterine fibroids are the most common benign tumors in women of procreative age. The effects of their occurrence affect the course of pregnancy by increasing the frequency of abortions, premature delivery or premature abruption of the placenta. Medical treatment includes clinical observation, pharmacological pain control, myomectomy during pregnancy or perinatal hysterectomy.Case presentationWe present a survey of literature and the case of a pregnant woman with an enormous uterine fibroid 23×13×16 cm on the basis of which a diagnostic-therapeutic scheme for tumors of the reproductive organs during pregnancy has been developed.ConclusionsThe study presents improved recommendations for management the pregnancies in presence of the uterine myomas based on clinical practice.


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