Hemothorax as a Complication after Anterior Cervical Discectomy: Case Report

Neurosurgery ◽  
2005 ◽  
Vol 56 (4) ◽  
pp. E871-E871 ◽  
Author(s):  
B Sanjay Harhangi ◽  
Tomas Menovsky ◽  
Hans A.L. Wurzer
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Respiratory Failure ◽  
Surgical Procedures ◽  
English Language ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Anterior Cervical Discectomy ◽  
Cervical Discectomy ◽  
Language Literature

Abstract OBJECTIVE AND IMPORTANCE: Anterior cervical discectomy is one of the most frequently performed surgical procedures of the cervical spine. CLINICAL PRESENTATION: We describe a patient with a postoperative hemothorax as a complication after an anterior cervical discectomy. INTERVENTION: The patient was intubated, and reoperation and bronchoscopy were performed. CONCLUSION: To the best of our knowledge, such a complication has not been described before in the English-language literature. We conclude that hemothorax is a rare, although serious, complication after anterior cervical discectomy and should be included in the differential diagnosis for patients with respiratory failure after an anterior cervical discectomy.

Ear presentation of Lyme borreliosis in a child

2012 ◽  
Vol 126 (11) ◽  
pp. 1176-1178 ◽  
Author(s):  
S M Keh ◽  
J P Vestey ◽  
D HO-Yen ◽  
A J Cain
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Lyme Borreliosis ◽  
Healthy Child ◽  
English Language ◽  
Recent Case ◽  
English Language Literature ◽  
Lymphocytoma Cutis Benigna ◽  
Language Literature

AbstractObjective:This case report aims to raise awareness amongst clinicians of ear presentation of cutaneous borrelia.Case report:We report a recent case of borrelia lymphocytoma cutis benigna in a child presenting with unilateral earlobe swelling, who was otherwise well. A review of the English language literature, including management of the disease, is also presented.Conclusion:This case highlights the fact that borrelia lymphocytoma should be included in the differential diagnosis of a persistent, unilateral, inflamed, swollen earlobe in an otherwise healthy child.

Congenital Midline Cervical Cleft Case Report and Review

1995 ◽  
Vol 104 (10) ◽  
pp. 808-811 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donald A. Maschka ◽  
John E. Clemons ◽  
John F. Janis
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
English Language ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Respiratory Epithelium ◽  
Proper Treatment ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Bronchogenic Cysts ◽  
Midline Cervical Cleft ◽  
Language Literature ◽  
Midline Cleft

Congenital midline cervical cleft is a rare disorder with a wide range of presentations. To date, there have been fewer than 35 cases reported in the English-language literature. A rarer finding is the association of bronchogenic cysts or respiratory epithelium with the midline cleft. The clinical presentation of congenital midline cervical cleft with a cephalic skin tab, atrophic cleft, and caudal sinus may distinguish it from other conditions of the midline neck. We present an 18-month-old girl with congenital midline cervical cleft to illustrate its clinical presentation and the proper treatment of this condition.

Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion requiring resection of the superior horn of thyroid cartilage: case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
pp. 559-561
Author(s):  
Kyle P. O’Connor ◽  
Adam D. Smitherman ◽  
Ali H. Palejwala ◽  
Greg A. Krempl ◽  
Michael D. Martin
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Surgical Approach ◽  
Thyroid Cartilage ◽  
Upper Extremities ◽  
Anterior Cervical Discectomy ◽  
Degenerative Diseases ◽  
Cervical Stenosis ◽  
Cervical Discectomy ◽  
Course Of Action

Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is the most common surgical procedure utilized for degenerative diseases of the cervical spine. The authors present the case of a 64-year-old man who underwent an ACDF for degenerative changes causing cervical stenosis with myelopathy. The patient’s symptoms consisted of pain and weakness of the bilateral upper extremities that slowly progressed over 1.5 years. During the procedure, the superior horn of the thyroid cartilage impeded proper retraction, preventing adequate visualization due to its prominent size. At this point, otorhinolaryngology was consulted, which allowed for safe resection of this portion of the thyroid cartilage while preserving nearby critical structures. With the frequent usage of this surgical approach for various etiologies, the importance of proper recognition and consultation is paramount. Encountering prominent thyroid cartilage resulting in surgical obstruction has not been described in the literature and this report represents a paradigm for the proper course of action.

scholarly journals Normocytic Normochromic Anemia Revealed an Early Onset Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism in an Infant: A Case Report

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Manal Mustafa Khadora ◽  
Maysa Saleh ◽  
Rawah Idres ◽  
Sura Ahmed Al-Doory ◽  
Mahmoud Ahmed Radaideh
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Autoimmune Thyroiditis ◽  
Subclinical Hypothyroidism ◽  
Early Onset ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Primary Hypothyroidism ◽  
Normocytic Normochromic Anemia ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Normochromic Anemia

Autoimmune thyroiditis is very rare etiology of primary hypothyroidism in infancy. Hypothyroidism has a wide range of clinical presentation, from subclinical hypothyroidism to overt type. It is unclear what pathological mechanisms connect thyroid function and erythropoiesis or how thyroid disease can contribute to anemia. We report a 12-month-old infant who presented with anemia associated with early onset of overt autoimmune thyroiditis. The peculiarity of our case enables us to draw attention of physician to consider acquired hypothyroidism in the differential diagnosis of unexplained anemia even if the neonatal screening is normal and congenital hypothyroidism is a remote possibility.

scholarly journals Seborrheic keratosis of the nasal tip-an unusual case report

2016 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 119-121
Author(s):  
Abdullah Al Mamun ◽  
Dewan Mahmud Hasan
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Unusual Case ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Histopathological Examination ◽  
Histopathologic Examination ◽  
Seborrheic Keratosis ◽  
Hyperkeratotic Lesion ◽  
Unusual Case Report ◽  
Skin Mucosa

Seborrheic keratosis is a benign tumour of skin, a common hyperkeratotic lesion of the epidermis,that usually occurs in the trunk and less frequently in the extremities, face and the scalp. A 65-year old farmer presented with a long standing, slowly growing, firm, redbrown, polypoidal mass about 2×2.5 cm in size, located at the skin mucosa interfare of the tip of nose. The lesion was excised under general anesthesia and histopathologic examination showed seborrheic keratosis. Diagnosis is made on the basis of clinical & histopathological examination. Here, we discuss the clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, pathological diagnosis and management of such a case. There was no recurrence during a year follow-up.Bangladesh J Otorhinolaryngol; October 2015; 21(2): 119-121

Isoniazid-Associated Psychosis: Case Report and Review of the Literature

1993 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 167-170 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen A. Pallone ◽  
Morton P. Goldman ◽  
Matthew A. Fuller
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
English Language ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Data Sources ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Data Synthesis ◽  
Medline Search ◽  
Study Selection ◽  
Language Literature

Objective To describe a case of isoniazid-associated psychosis and review the incidence of this adverse effect. Data Sources Information about the patient was obtained from the medical chart. A MEDLINE search of the English-language literature published from 1950 to 1992 was conducted and Index Medicus was manually searched for current information. Study Selection All case reports describing isoniazid-associated psychosis were reviewed. Data Extraction Studies were evaluated for the use of isoniazid, symptoms of psychosis, onset of symptoms, and dosage of isoniazid. Data Synthesis The case report is compared with others reported in the literature. The incidence of isoniazid-associated psychosis is rare. Conclusions The mechanism of isoniazid-associated psychosis is uncertain. It appears that isoniazid was associated with the psychosis evident in our patient and in the cases reviewed.

Primary mastoid cyst

2013 ◽  
Vol 127 (S2) ◽  
pp. S48-S50 ◽  
Author(s):  
C Y Tan ◽  
S Chong ◽  
C-K L Shaw
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Chronic Infection ◽  
English Language ◽  
Unusual Case ◽  
Medical Literature ◽  
Proper Treatment ◽  
Timely Manner ◽  
Diagnosis And Management ◽  
English Language Literature ◽  
Language Literature

AbstractObjective:To report an unusual case of a primary mastoid cyst (congenital or developmental) in a patient without otological symptoms.Method:Case report and review of the English language literature.Results:Primary mastoid cyst is a newly reported and very rare pathological entity. Mastoid cysts usually occur secondary to chronic infection, inflammation or trauma. Review of the medical literature highlights the rarity of this condition.Conclusion:This report describes the experience gained by the diagnosis and management of this patient. It emphasises the importance of clinical vigilance so that proper treatment may be instituted in a timely manner.

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