scholarly journals Severe bronchiectasis and inflammatory lung disease in a patient with anorexia nervosa and severe and enduring malnutrition - a case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Saran ◽  
Firszt Oliver ◽  
Tomasz Łosień ◽  
Monika Kulig-Kulesza ◽  
Jolanta Myga-Porosiło ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Anorexia Nervosa ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Lung Disease ◽  
Structural Changes ◽  
Radiological Findings ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Inflammatory Lung Disease ◽  
Chronic Malnutrition ◽  
Inflammatory Changes

Abstract Background Persistent structural changes of the lungs in anorexia nervosa (AN) patients are rarely described in contemporary medical literature. The objective of our paper is to report a rare case of severe bronchiectasis and inflammatory changes to the lungs resulting from chronic malnutrition in a AN patient. Case presentation We describe a patient with severe inflammatory lung disease caused by malnutrition, resulting in persistent bronchiectasis accompanying AN. We performed an analysis of the patient’s medical records including radiological findings and laboratory results. A review of available literature shows very little data available on this topic. Conclusion Bronchiectasis and other structural changes of the lungs are rare, but severe complications of severe, chronic malnutrition. As exemplified by our case report, they may require extensive differential diagnosis and pose a significant clinical challenge due to their non-reversible character. A successful treatment relies heavily on the patient’s compliance and may be hard to achieve. Clinicians managing patients with anorexia nervosa should be wary of early respiratory tract dysfunction-related symptoms and always consider malnutrition bronchiectasis as a differential diagnosis option.

scholarly journals Cerebral fat embolization with paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity syndrome and septic shock at high altitude: a case report and literature review

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Min Li ◽  
Gang Zhu ◽  
Hao Guo ◽  
Shun Nan Ge ◽  
Guo Dong Gao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Septic Shock ◽  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
High Altitude ◽  
Fat Embolism ◽  
Neurological Rehabilitation ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Sympathetic Hyperactivity ◽  
Paroxysmal Sympathetic Hyperactivity

AbstractBackgroundCerebral fat embolism (CFE) syndrome at high altitude was rare complicated with paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity (PSH) syndrome and septic shock. It is a challenge to differential diagnosis and treatment at high altitude.Case presentationThis case presents a CFE with PSH and septic shock of a 23-year-old man occurred at high altitude of 3800 m above sea level, transferred by airplane successfully and cured in the department of neurosurgery, Xi’an Tangdu Hospital.ConclusionsIt is key that CFE with PSH can be rapid diagnosed and treatment bundles of septic shock should be initiated as soon as possible. Early neurological rehabilitation played an important role for good outcome.

scholarly journals Uptake of exogenous estrogen as a differential diagnosis of ovarian-remnant-syndrome in a bitch: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sebastian Ganz ◽  
Axel Wehrend
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Luteinizing Hormone ◽  
Clinical Signs ◽  
Menopausal Symptoms ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Estrogen Exposure ◽  
Exogenous Estrogen ◽  
Endocrine Parameters

Abstract Background Clinical signs of heat in bitches that have been previously spayed are often associated with the presence of ovarian remnant syndrome. The inclusion of exogenous estrogens as a differential diagnosis in this regard is often ignored and may lead to misinterpretation of the case. Case presentation Herein, we report a case of exogenous estrogen exposure over several months to a 6.5-year-old spayed crossbred bitch, weighing 8.4 kg. The bitch presented in the clinic because of suspected ovarian remnant syndrome. Castration was performed within the first 6 months after birth. Important endocrine parameters measured at the first appointment were Anti-Müllerian hormone (< 0.01 ng/mL), progesterone (0.36 ng/mL), estradiol-17ß (20.7 pg/mL), and luteinizing hormone (< 0.1 ng/mL). After an extensive conversation with the owner, it was revealed that she was using an estrogen spray because of severe menopausal symptoms. After the owner stopped using this spray, the symptoms of the bitch disappeared. Conclusion Therefore, the uptake of estrogens should be a differential diagnosis for symptoms of the ovarian remnant syndrome. A detailed anamnesis is crucial to identify the source of estrogen in the environment of the affected bitch.

scholarly journals Unusual case of classic testicular seminoma in a 90-year-old patient: a case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmad Al-Mousa ◽  
Mohammad Nour Shashaa ◽  
Mohamad Shadi Alkarrash ◽  
Mohamad Alkhamis ◽  
Lina Ghabreau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Unusual Case ◽  
Medical Literature ◽  
Testicular Tumor ◽  
Testicular Seminoma ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
History Of ◽  
Pure Seminoma

Abstract Background Seminoma is the most common subtype of testicular cancer and occurs most commonly in patients aged 30–49 years, but decreases to a very low level in men in their 60s or older. Case presentation A 90-year-old Syrian man with a 6-year history of an increase in size of his right scrotum, presented to the urological clinic and, on clinical examination, the findings suggested testicular tumor. After orchiectomy and histology results based on microscopic and immunohistochemical examinations, a pure seminoma was diagnosed, so we describe in this case report the second-oldest patient with classical seminoma in the medical literature. Conclusion This case report has been written to focus on the probability of any type of testicular tumor occurring at any age or decade; urologists should consider seminoma as a differential diagnosis with any testicular swelling even in elderly patients.

scholarly journals Giant Intrapericardial Bronchogenic Cyst Associated with Congestive Heart Failure and Atrial Fibrillation:  A Case Report

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Javier Maldonado ◽  
German Molina ◽  
Francisco M- Rincón T ◽  
Lina M. Acosta Buitrago ◽  
Carlos J- Perez Rivera
Keyword(s):  
Heart Failure ◽  
Atrial Fibrillation ◽  
Congestive Heart Failure ◽  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Bronchogenic Cyst ◽  
De Novo ◽  
Pathological Findings ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Bronchogenic Cysts

Abstract Background: Large intracardiac bronchogenic cysts are rare mediastinal masses, however they must always be considered in the differential diagnosis of heart failure. Case Presentation: We present a 60-year-old female patient with de novo atrial fibrillation and heart failure, resulting from an incidental large intrapericardial mass. The patient underwent successful surgical resection, with pathological findings confirming a bronchogenic cyst.Conclusions: Large bronchogenic cysts located intrapericardially are very rare, however they should be included in the differential diagnosis of patients presenting with atrial fibrillation and heart failure.

scholarly journals A rare Bochdalek hernia in an adult: a case report

BMC Surgery ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi-Min Gu ◽  
Xiao-Yang Li ◽  
Wen-Ping Wang ◽  
Long-Qi Chen
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Chest Pain ◽  
Respiratory Distress ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Acute Chest Pain ◽  
Bochdalek Hernia ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Developmental Abnormalities

Abstract Background Symptomatic Bochdalek hernias are found mainly in infants in respiratory distress and occur rarely in adults. Case presentation We report a rare case of Bochdalek hernia associated with developmental abnormalities in an adult who exhibited acute chest pain and dyspnea on exertion. Conclusions This case highlights the importance of the differential diagnosis of acute left-sided chest pain and antenatal examination.

scholarly journals Synovial chondromatosis combine with synovial tuberculosis of knee joint: a case report

2022 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nan Zhou ◽  
Ke Fang ◽  
Djandan Tadum Arthur V ◽  
Runbin Yi ◽  
Feng Xiang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Knee Joint ◽  
Knee Pain ◽  
Synovial Chondromatosis ◽  
Left Knee ◽  
Loose Bodies ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Joint Cavity ◽  
Careful Investigation

Abstract Backgroud Synovial chondromatosis is a rare synovial-derived metaplasia disease that comes from the formation of cartilage nodules within the synovial connective tissue of the joint. Knee tuberculosis is a disease caused mostly by the pulmonary tuberculosis and a few by tuberculosis of the digestive tract and lymphatic. tube. Case presentation Herein we report a 3-year-old child admitted by intermittent swelling of left knee joint with lameness for half a year, the patient received surgical treatment. The loose bodies filled in the joint cavity was taken out and the degenerative synovium was excised. Biopsy confirmed as synovial chondromatosis combined with synovial tuberculosis of knee joint. After 6 months follow-ups, knee swelling and claudication get totally recovered and the gait of patient recover back to normal. Conclusion Careful investigation of children with knee pain is recommended to avoid misdiagnosis, Synovial chondromatosis combine with tuberculosis should be considered a differential diagnosis in a child with knee pain.

scholarly journals A symptomatic cyamella in the popliteus tendon causing snapping knee: a case report and literature review

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shouwen Su ◽  
Yunxiang Lu ◽  
Yuxian Chen ◽  
Zhiyong Li
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Popliteus Tendon ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Sesamoid Bones ◽  
Snapping Knee ◽  
Popliteus Muscle

Abstract Background Cyamella,the sesamoid bones of the popliteus muscle, are rare in humans. Snapping knee is an uncommon problem which can be difficult to diagnose. Case presentation In this case, we report a 24-year-old male with snapping knee caused by symptomatic cyamella in the popliteus tendon. A large cyamella was identified upon surgery and was removed. Postoperatively, the patient had immediate relief of preoperative symptoms, and there were no signs of recurrence after 1 years of follow-up. Conclusions Although not previously suggested, symptomatic cyamella in the popliteus tendon should be considered as part of the differential diagnosis of the snapping knee.

Micronodular pattern organising pneumonia mimicking miliary lung disease: a rare radiological presentation

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. e239856
Author(s):  
David Ng ◽  
Garun Hamilton ◽  
Eric Hu ◽  
Kenneth Lau
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Interstitial Lung Disease ◽  
Lung Disease ◽  
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis ◽  
Imaging Findings ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Radiological Findings ◽  
Rare Presentation

Organising pneumonia (OP) is an interstitial lung disease characterised by granulation tissues in alveoli and alveolar ducts. Typical imaging findings are migratory airspace opacities with peripheral or peribronchovascular distribution. Diffuse micronodular OP (MNOP) is a rare imaging manifestation, which has imaging differential diagnosis of endobronchial infection such as tuberculosis, hypersensitivity pneumonitis and respiratory bronchiolitis. Although clinical and ancillary radiological findings may aid in refining the differential diagnosis, histopathological assessment is frequently required for this rare presentation due to implications of treatment and prognosis. We report a case of MNOP and performed a review of the literature.

Noninfectious Inflammatory Lung Disease: Imaging Considerations and Clues to Differential Diagnosis

2013 ◽  
Vol 201 (2) ◽  
pp. 278-294 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefan Franz Nemec ◽  
Ronald L. Eisenberg ◽  
Alexander A. Bankier
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Lung Disease ◽  
Inflammatory Lung Disease

scholarly journals Prenatal diagnosis of megaduodenum using ultrasound: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kaihui Zeng ◽  
Dongmei Li ◽  
Yao Zhang ◽  
Chengcheng Cao ◽  
Ruobing Bai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Prenatal Diagnosis ◽  
Amniotic Fluid ◽  
Ultrasound Examination ◽  
Cystic Mass ◽  
Developmental Defect ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Amniotic Fluid Volume ◽  
Cystic Masses

Abstract Background Congenital megaduodenum is a rare disorder; however, its prenatal diagnosis has not been reported previously. We report the case of an abdominal cystic mass in a fetus that was later diagnosed as megaduodenum. Case presentation An abdominal cystic mass was found during ultrasonography of a fetus at 11 weeks of gestation. The mass progressively enlarged with gestation. The amniotic fluid volume decreased and then returned to normal. During the last prenatal ultrasound examination, the mass was observed communicating with the stomach; therefore, duodenal dilation was suspected. Finally, the patient was diagnosed with megaduodenum caused by a developmental defect in the nerve plexus. Conclusions Congenital megaduodenum is a differential diagnosis of massive fetal abdominal cystic masses. Ultrasound examinations of such masses communicating with the stomach may help determine the diagnosis.

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