scholarly journals Acquired esophageal stricture in the dog: a case report

2012 ◽  
Vol 49 (No. 4) ◽  
pp. 143-147 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Vlasin ◽  
R. Husnik ◽  
T. Fichtel ◽  
L. Rauserova

Complicated case, which after several surgical interventions ended up with an acquired esophageal stricture is presented. The possibility of reflux esophagitis should be kept in mind during postoperative period, especially in primarily troubled patients. An early management of reflux esophagitis could prevent such a condition successfully and help taking full control of a patient after surgery. This report describes etiology of the problem, follows its dynamics, as well as evaluates treatment options suggested in textbook against options available and those finally applied after consulting the owner. Authors try to point out cardial incompetence as one of the most important etiological factors. Despite some early remissions, authors finally succeeded to extend the diameter in the site of the stricture from 5 mm to over 15 mm within seven sessions performed in the period of six months, improving functional outcome.

Esophagus ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 185-188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akira Matsumoto ◽  
Nobuo Omura ◽  
Yoshio Ishibashi ◽  
Yutaka Suzuki ◽  
Koji Nakada ◽  
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2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pedro Molinero-Mourelle ◽  
Nadin Al-Haj Husain ◽  
Samir Abou-Ayash ◽  
Burak Yilmaz ◽  
Tateyuki Iizuka ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Implant-supported prosthetic treatment options are reliable for elderly edentulous patients with systemic health problems. These patients often need cost- and time-efficient solutions to avoid complications. However, it is a challenge for clinicians to treat these patients without surgical interventions, placement of additional implants, or the need to renew existing prostheses. Case presentation A 75-year-old medically compromised caucasian male patient using multiple medications was referred for prosthetic rehabilitation of his edentulous maxilla after several implant failures. Because the patient’s health was compromised, further surgical interventions were ruled out and the treatment was centered on the use of the remaining implants by placing a fixed attachment system and altering the existing prosthesis. The stepwise management of the patient’s situation through the use of a new attachment system and adjustment of existing prosthesis is described in the present case report. Conclusions Although implant therapy is not always contraindicated for medically compromised patients, it is preferable not to perform extensive surgeries to avoid complications. This clinical report describes an alternative, safe option based on a novel fixed attachment system to salvage an existing maxillary implant-supported fixed complete dental prosthesis of a patient with systemic health problems.


2020 ◽  
pp. 51-56
Author(s):  
V.М. Аntonyuk-Kysil ◽  
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І.Y. Dziubanovskyi ◽  
V.М. Yenikeeva ◽  
S.І. Lichner ◽  
...  

The objective: to evaluate the results of planned open surgical interventions (POSI) in pregnant women with primary symptomatic chronic vein disease (PSCVD). Materials and methods. The study included 457 pregnant women operated on a routine basis with PSCVD. The patients underwent ultrasound duplex angioscanning (USDA) of the veins of the lower extremities, inguinal canals, and iliac veins. The severity of the clinical manifestations of PSCVD was evaluated on a VCSS scale. With the help of the circadian visual-analog scale, the dynamics after the operative pain were studied. The effect of POSI on uterine tone and cardiac function of the fetus was investigated using cardiotocography. When forming the results for POSI, data from USDA, the severity of clinical and cosmetic manifestations of PCVD, the need for active prevention of thrombophlebetic, thromboembolic and hemorrhagic complications, minimization of surgical childbirth were taken into account. The results of treatment were studied in 2 groups of patients. Patients of the first group were treated with conservative therapy, the second group – POSI. Parametric indicators, which were presented as mean and standard error M(SD), were used for statistical data processing of the study, and their reliability was estimated using Student’s t-test. The species was determined to be significant at p<0.05. Results. 495 POSI were performed at 28-38 weeks gestation in an obstetric hospital (perinatal center), by a vascular surgeon from the staff of the center, who was familiarized with the peculiarities of working with this contingent of patients. Surgery was performed under local anesthesia in 346 (75.49%) pregnant women at one extremity, in 111 (24.51%) – at two in one session. According to the results of the study, it was noted that in the first group 33.7% of patients had a positive clinical result due to the reduction of pain syndrome, while 67.5% of patients had an increase and spread of varicose transformation in the area of saphenous and/or non-saphenous veins with spread of pathological venous reflux in the distal direction. 78% of patients had the need to administer prophylactic doses of low molecular weight heparins, both during pregnancy and in postpartum period. Out of 126 pregnant women with pronounced varicose veins of the external genital organs and perineum in 36 (28.6%) deliveries were performed by caesarean section. In 9 (3%) patients there was an acute thrombophlebitis of the subcutaneous veins of the lower extremities, which required 5 pregnant women to undergo urgent surgery when the inflammatory process had spread to the middle and above along the femoral vein of the large subcutaneous vein. Pregnant women of the second group with PSCVD on the basis of obstetric hospital (perinatal center) POSI were performed in the organization, which laid the ideology of the FTS program, strictly individual indications for intervention in the optimal terms of pregnancy, multidisciplinary management of patients, due to this in 93% of operated patients regression of clinical manifestations of the disease was noted, whch contributed to the correct and safe delivery of pregnancy with 100% absence of preterm birth, abnormalities in fetal development, pregnancy course, negative impact on obstetric and somatic condition of the pregnant woman. No hemorrhagic, thrombophlebic, thromboembolic complications were noted. Patients in the postoperative period did not require medical support, as during the period of pregnancy, during delivery and in the postpartum period. There were no indications for surgical delivery. 2.4% of patients experienced complications of post-operative wounds in the form of cheese, which had no effect on pregnancy and was eliminated before delivery. In the postoperative period, if necessary, it was recommended to use elastic compression class garments 1–2. Conclusion. POSI made at PSCVD in optimal terms of pregnancy in a specialized obstetric hospital by a vascular surgeon in strictly individual indications is safe, both for the fetus and the pregnant woman. It is promising to further study the results of POSI in pregnant women with PSCVD to introduce it into the arsenal of treatment of this pathology. Key words: FTS ideology, planned open surgical interventions in pregnant women.


2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Charity Wiafe Akenten ◽  
Kennedy Gyau Boahen ◽  
Kwadwo Sarfo Marfo ◽  
Nimako Sarpong ◽  
Denise Dekker ◽  
...  

Abstract Background The increasing incidence of multi-antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections, coupled with the risk of co-infections in malaria-endemic regions, complicates accurate diagnosis and prolongs hospitalization, thereby increasing the total cost of illness. Further, there are challenges in making the correct choice of antibiotic treatment and duration, precipitated by a lack of access to microbial culture facilities in many hospitals in Ghana. The aim of this case report is to highlight the need for blood cultures or alternative rapid tests to be performed routinely in malaria patients, to diagnose co-infections with bacteria, especially when symptoms persist after antimalarial treatment. Case presentation A 6-month old black female child presented to the Agogo Presbyterian Hospital with fever, diarrhea, and a 3-day history of cough. A rapid diagnostic test for malaria and Malaria microscopy was positive for P. falciparum with a parasitemia of 224 parasites/μl. The patient was treated with Intravenous Artesunate, parental antibiotics (cefuroxime and gentamicin) and oral dispersible zinc tablets in addition to intravenous fluids. Blood culture yielded Acinetobacter baumanii, which was resistant to all of the third-generation antibiotics included in the susceptibility test conducted, but sensitive to ciprofloxacin and gentamicin. After augmenting treatment with intravenous ciprofloxacin, all symptoms resolved. Conclusion Even though this study cannot confirm whether the bacterial infection was nosocomial or otherwise, the case highlights the necessity to test malaria patients for possible co-infections, especially when fever persists after parasites have been cleared from the bloodstream. Bacterial blood cultures and antimicrobial susceptibility testing should be routinely performed to guide treatment options for febril illnesses in Ghana in order to reduce inappropriate use of broad-spectrum antibiotics and limit the development of antimicrobial resistance.


2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vana Vukić ◽  
Ana Smajo ◽  
Mandica Vidović ◽  
Rudolf Vukojević ◽  
Miroslav Harjaček ◽  
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Abstract Background The last two decades brought new treatment options and high quality guidelines into the paediatric rheumatologic practice. Nevertheless, a number of patients still present a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge due to combination of vague symptoms and unresponsiveness to available treatment modalities. Case presentation We report a case of sixteen years old girl suffering from polyarticular type of juvenile idiopathic arthritis refractory to multiple treatment options. She first presented at the age of 4 with swelling and contractures of both knees. Her symptoms were initially unresponsive to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and progressed despite treatment with intraarticular and systemic glucocorticoids and methotrexate. Throughout the years, she received several biologics together with continuous administration of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs as well as intraarticular and systemic glucocorticoids in disease flares. However, none of this options  provided a permanent remission, so various other modalities, as well as other possible diagnoses were constantly being considered. Eventually she became dependent on a daily dose of systemic glucocorticoids. In 2018, the treatment with Janus kinase inhibitor tofacitinib was initiated, which led to gradual amelioration of musculoskeletal symptoms, improvement of inflammatory markers and overall well-being, as well as to the weaning of systemic glucocorticoids. As the swelling of the wrists subsided for the first time in many years, Madelung’s deformity was noticed, first clinically, and later radiographically as well. Genetic analysis revealed short-stature homeobox gene deficiency and confirmed the diagnosis of Leri Weill syndrome. Conclusions This case report emphasizes the need for reporting refractory, complicated cases from everyday clinical practice in order to build-up the overall knowledge and share experience which is complementary to available guidelines. Individual reports of difficult to treat cases, especially when additional diagnoses are involved, can be helpful for physicians treating patients with common rheumatological diseases such as juvenile idiopathic arthritis.


2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajiv Ark

Abstract Case report - Introduction In 2011 a gentleman in his 50s presented with nasal blockage and bloody discharge. He was diagnosed with sarcoidosis and after 9 years of failed strategies to control his disease, he developed dactylitis. X-ray of the hands showed severe arthropathy in the distal interphalangeal joints. This case demonstrates an uncommon extrapulmonary manifestation of sarcoidosis. Although most of his follow up was with a respiratory clinic, his main symptoms were not due to interstitial lung disease, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach. To reduce the need for steroids, several DMARDs were tried illustrating that there are limited treatment options. Case report - Case description This gentleman presented in June 2011 with left epiphora, bloody nasal discharge and fatigue. He had no family history of sarcoidosis and was of Caucasian ethnicity. He was referred by his GP to Ophthalmology and ENT. Septoplasty showed a 95% blockage at the lacrimal sac. A biopsy was performed, and histology showed a nasal sarcoid granuloma. He was referred to the respiratory team who requested a high-resolution CT scan showing sizeable lymph nodes. One inguinal node was biopsied confirming sarcoid granulomas before starting treatment. Calcium was briefly raised, and serum ACE was initially 123. He was started on 40mg of prednisolone for 6 weeks, which was tapered to 20/25mg on alternating days. There was a recurrence of his nasal discharge; steroids were increased again but he developed symptoms of muscle weakness from long term steroid use. He was referred to an interstitial lung disease clinic at a tertiary centre where he was investigated for cardiac sarcoidosis with MRI due to ventricular ectopics. Hydroxychloroquine was started to reduce the steroid use however he developed symptoms of tinnitus, so it was stopped. Methotrexate, Azathioprine and Leflunomide were all trialled to however they did not have any impact on controlling his disease. His Prednisolone was slowly reduced by 1mg a month. When he had recurrence of his symptoms, he was given IV methylprednisolone. Nine years after his first presentation he presented with stiffness of the right thumb base. This progressed to dactylitis and slight fixed flexion deformity of right index finger and left little finger. An x-ray of his hands showed disease in the distal interphalangeal joints bilaterally with severe changes in the left little finger. The effects of long-term steroids led him to request a letter to support early retirement. Case report - Discussion The main rationale for changing treatment options was to reduce the prednisolone dose. Steroids were the only treatment option that showed evidence of controlling his disease when the dose was between 25mg and 40mg a day. Each of the DMARDs that were trialled had a different side effect profile and did not show any evidence of suppressing disease as symptoms recurred. Dose changes later in treatment fluctuated, reflecting a balancing act between disease recurrence and side effects of long-term steroids. There are many extra pulmonary manifestations of sarcoidosis that were investigated in this case. The first being the nasal granuloma, which can occur in sarcoid patients with symptoms of epistaxis, crusting, congestion, and pain. There were granulomatous changes seen in the hila as well as other lymph nodes such as the inguinal region; inguinal lymphadenopathy can lead to pain in the groin area. In addition to this it was important to exclude uveitis with ophthalmology review as he had symptoms of epiphora. Uveitis can be diagnosed in ophthalmological assessment of sarcoid patients in the absence of ocular complaints. Cardiac sarcoidosis was excluded with an MRI at a specialist heart and lung centre due to ventricular ectopics. Cardiac sarcoidosis can lead to heart block, arrhythmias, and congestive cardiac failure. Finally, he developed sarcoid arthropathy, review of his radiological images over time showed extensive damage to the joints of the hand. This gentleman had poor outcomes due to limited treatment options for his disease. Being restricted to long term steroid as the mainstay of treatment led to early retirement due to fatigue and muscle weakness. Conversely, under dosing steroids led to recurrence in symptoms. His disease is still not controlled as shown by an evolving sarcoid arthropathy. Case report - Key learning points An illustration of sarcoid arthropathy is also shown in this case. Sarcoid arthropathy is an uncommon manifestation of the disease primarily affecting joints in the hands and feet. In this case the distal interphalangeal joints and proximal interphalangeal joints were affected. The first symptom of arthropathy was stiffness of the base of the right thumb in 2017, this could fit with an osteoarthritic picture and could be mistaken for it in undiagnosed sarcoidosis. The most severe disease was in the DIP of the left little finger, which is not commonly affected. An oligoarthritic pattern with involvement of the ankle is seen more often. This is also an unusual case of sarcoidosis as there was no family history of the disease and his ethnicity did not predispose him to the condition. He also had a few uncommon extra pulmonary manifestations of sarcoidosis. The importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing sarcoidosis was demonstrated in this case. Most of his follow up was with a respiratory clinic. However, respiratory symptoms were not the main issue during the patient journey; early ENT and rheumatology input was significant in managing his disease. Although pulmonary lymph nodes were enlarged, they did not affect his lung function.


2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (12) ◽  
pp. 3147-3152
Author(s):  
Helen J. Zhang ◽  
Nicole Silva ◽  
Elena Solli ◽  
Amanda C. Ayala ◽  
Luke Tomycz ◽  
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Author(s):  
Burak Hazir ◽  
Berkay Şímșek ◽  
Arzu Erdemír ◽  
Fatih Gürler ◽  
Ozan Yazici ◽  
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