scholarly journals Adnexal masses or perineural (tarlov) cysts? Differentiation by imaging techniques: A case report

2017 ◽  
Vol 15 (9) ◽  
pp. 589-592 ◽  
Author(s):  
Firoozeh Ahmadi ◽  
Farnaz Akhbari ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Adnexal Masses ◽  
Tarlov Cysts

Arterite de Takayasu em Gestante: Relato de Caso / Takayasu Arteritis in Pregnancy: Case Report

1970 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 61-66
Author(s):  
Patrícia Resende Penido ◽  
Rhanna Junqueira Westin de Carvalho ◽  
Roger Willian Moraes Mendes
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Takayasu Arteritis ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Unknown Origin ◽  
Pregnant Patient ◽  
Immunosuppressive Drugs ◽  
Clinical Treatment ◽  
Satisfactory Outcome

RESUMOIntrodução: A Arterite de Takayasu (AT) consiste em uma vasculopatia de origem indefinida, sendo de caráter crônico, que afeta a aorta e seus ramos principais. Em gestantes é uma condição complexa, em que o tratamento clínico é realizado com restrições. A utilização de corticoides tem sido favorável no controle inflamatório, principalmente naqueles casos em que antes da gravidez se fazia uso de imunossupressores. Casuística: Foi relatado um caso de uma gestante portadora de AT, através da análise de prontuário e de exames complementares, sendo realizado o pré-natal pelas equipes de Obstetrícia e Reumatologia, onde foi realizado tratamento clínico com corticoides, mostrando uma evolução satisfatória, ocorrendo apenas uma hospitalização que foi seguida de uma cesárea na trigésima sexta semana de gravidez, com recém nato saudável de 3.810g. Discussão: A AT pode estar associada a várias etiologias, sendo a gênese pouco conhecida. O diagnóstico na maioria das vezes é demorado, pela dificuldade da suspeita clínica, além de demandar o uso de técnicas de imagem mais sofisticadas. A gestação associada é fenômeno raro, já que as portadoras são orientadas a evitarem a gravidez. O controle clínico permitiu uma gestação sem grandes complicações e serviu como meio para levar a gestação até praticamente o fim do terceiro trimestre. Conclusão: Deve-se ressaltar o papel do acompanhamento clínico, especialmente com esta pan-arterite, mostrando os medicamentos que podem ser utilizados nesse grupo, especialmente quando se usava imunossupressores antes da gravidez. Palavras chave: Arterite de Takayasu, Gravidez, Vasculite. ABSTRACT:Introduction: Takayasu's arteritis (TA) consists of a vascular disease of unknown origin and chronic nature, which affects the aorta and its main branches. In pregnant women it is a complex condition, in which the clinical treatment is performed with restrictions. The use of corticosteroids has been favorable to control inflammation, especially in those cases when immunosuppressant had been used before pregnancy. Case Report: A case of a pregnant patient with TA has been reported through the analysis of medical records and laboratory tests. The Obstetrics and Rheumatology staff performed the prenatal care, and clinical treatment with corticosteroids was done showing a satisfactory outcome. There was only one hospitalization of the patient, which was followed by a cesarean in the thirty sixth week of pregnancy.  The newborn was a healthy one, weighing 3.810g. Discussion: TA may be associated with several etiologies, and the genesis is little known. The diagnosis most often takes time due to the difficulty of clinical suspicion, and requires the use of more sophisticated imaging techniques. The pregnancy is rare phenomenon, since the carriers are advised to avoid pregnancy. The clinical management allowed a pregnancy without major complications and served as a means to carry the pregnancy to almost the end of the third quarter. Conclusion: The role of the clinical follow-up should be noticed especially with this pan-arteritis, showing the drugs that can be used in this group, especially when there is use of immunosuppressive drugs before pregnancy. Keywords: Takayasu Arteritis, Pregnancy, Vasculitis.

Video Imaging—a Computer Facilitated Approach to Communication and Planning in Orthognathic Surgery

1993 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 187-191 ◽  
Author(s):  
David M. Sarver
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Treatment Planning ◽  
Orthognathic Surgery ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Video Image ◽  
Video Imaging ◽  
The Aesthetic

A case report is presented in order to illustrate the benefits of computerized video imaging in orthognathic surgery. It is suggested that superimposition of the cephalogram on the video image is helpful in treatment planning and in communication with the patient. Computerized video imaging techniques help clinicians and patients discuss the aesthetic impact of orthognathic surgery. The superimposition of the cephalogram and profile image, coupled with algorithmic predictions, allow the clinician to plan the surgery to closely match the desired result. This paper presents the planning and counselling of a patient using contemporary computerized video imaging techniques.

scholarly journals A changing understanding in the presentation of patients with hepatoportal venous gas: a case report

2010 ◽  
Vol 92 (6) ◽  
pp. e9-e10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan Evans ◽  
Chris Craig
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Abdominal Sepsis ◽  
Patient Assessment ◽  
Computed Tomography Imaging ◽  
Tomography Imaging ◽  
Prognostic Sign ◽  
Radiological Evidence

Often believed to be a poor prognostic sign, hepatoportal venous gas (HPVG) has been associated with massive intra-abdominal sepsis. It is more frequently detected as computed tomography imaging techniques improve. A patient presenting with radiological evidence of HPVG is discussed and the literature reviewed. This study aims to highlight the increasing understanding that HPVG may sometimes follow a more indolent course than previously believed. Patient assessment is the key in selecting those who need urgent laparotomy.

scholarly journals Resection and imbrication of symptomatic sacral Tarlov cysts: A case report and review of the literature

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 180 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kiyoshi Ito ◽  
SundayPatrick Nkwerem ◽  
Shunsuke Ichinose ◽  
Tetsuyoshi Horiuchi ◽  
Kazuhiro Hongo
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Tarlov Cysts

scholarly journals A Case Report Wandering Spleen in a Young Primiparous Woman Treated by Laparoscopic Splenectomy: A Case Report

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-33
Author(s):  
Jad Terro ◽  
Bilal El-Chamaa ◽  
Sary Abdallah ◽  
Kassem Jammoul ◽  
Rayan El Lakkis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Laparoscopic Splenectomy ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Color Doppler ◽  
Pregnant Patient ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Wandering Spleen ◽  
Primiparous Woman ◽  
Term Baby ◽  
Enhanced Computed Tomography

Background: Wandering spleen (WS) is an uncommon splenic disorder defined as the displacement of the spleen from its usual anatomical position. It is most prevalent in females in their reproductive age. It can be encountered incidentally or may present with symptoms. Risks of complications exist and vary with the presentation. Several imaging techniques are able to define it clearly preoperatively. Laparoscopic surgery is the definitive diagnostic and therapeutic method. Case Report: A 24-year-old pregnant female patient presented to the Emergency Department complaining of intermittent dull abdominal pain and pelvic heaviness for 9 days. Contrast- Enhanced Computed Tomography and a color Doppler sonography of the abdomen and pelvis showed a large-sized spleen in the pelvis corresponding to a diagnosis of WS, without ischemic signs. The patient underwent a laparoscopic splenectomy and was vaccinated for Haemophilus influenza, meningococcus, and pneumococcus postoperatively. The post-operative period was uneventful, and the patient later delivered a full-term baby girl by a Cesarean section. Conclusion: This is, to the best of our knowledge, the second reported case of laparoscopic splenectomy in a pregnant patient with WS. While splenopexy is associated with better outcomes, splenectomy seems to be preferred in pregnant patients, who may undergo a vaginal delivery, but guidelines and data are still scarce regarding the management of WS in pregnancy. Vaccination against encapsulated bacteria is required in case of splenectomy

scholarly journals Mysterious Gelly Belly: a Case Report of Pseudomyxoma Peritonei and Literature Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Abdominal Pain ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Pseudomyxoma Peritonei ◽  
Clinical Condition ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Abdominal Distension ◽  
Exploratory Laparotomy ◽  
Primary Site ◽  
Diffuse Abdominal Pain

Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a rare clinical condition defined as extensive intraperitoneal spread of mucus associated with a variety of mucinous tumors. Although appendix has usually been implicated as the primary site, some reports found no cause. This case also describes a PMP with no identifiable primary site. A 52-year-old male presented with an abdominal distension evolving for 3 months associated with diffuse abdominal pain, imaging techniques objective intra peritoneal mucoid materials with septated ascites but it failed to identify the primary site. Exploratory laparotomy with Biopsy confirmed PMP but also failed to found the original site.

scholarly journals Locked Wrist: A Case Report and Literature Review on Pisotriquetral Loose Bodies

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (06) ◽  
pp. 518-522
Author(s):  
R. Gil Thompson ◽  
George C. Poulis ◽  
Gary M. Lourie
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Loose Body ◽  
Radiographic Imaging ◽  
Loose Bodies ◽  
Advanced Imaging ◽  
Radiographic Findings ◽  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri

Abstract Background Pisotriquetral (PT) loose bodies have been described in the literature only a few times as case reports. While PT pathology remains the differential for ulnar-sided wrist pain, it can often be difficult to diagnose, as symptoms can be variable and radiographic imaging may be negative for any findings. Case Description A 24-year-old major league baseball player presented with pain and locking of his wrist during follow through of his bat swing. Plain radiographic imaging, as well as computed tomography (CT) imaging, was negative for any pathology. Dynamic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) demonstrated a loose body which entered the PT joint when the wrist was moved into a flexed position. This caused entrapment of the loose body and locking of the wrist. Literature Review A total of 17 reported patients in the literature have been diagnosed with a PT loose body. The clinical examination findings, radiographic findings, and surgical findings are reviewed. Case Relevance PT loose bodies can present a challenging clinical picture to diagnose. The purpose of this case report is to review the appropriate clinical workup, including common examination findings and advanced imaging techniques, to help the clinician with the diagnosis.

scholarly journals Left Supraclavicular Lymph Node Metastasis from Ovarian Cancer Associated with Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma, a Confusing Pathology-Essential Role of Functional Imaging

Diagnostics ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 270 ◽  
Author(s):  
Doina Piciu ◽  
Alexandru Meșter ◽  
Calin Căinap ◽  
Elena Bărbuș ◽  
Dragos-Stefan Morariu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ovarian Cancer ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Functional Imaging ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Therapy Response ◽  
Standards Of Care ◽  
Response Monitoring ◽  
Thyroid Microcarcinoma ◽  
First Case ◽  
Multiple Imaging

The revolution of imaging in medicine leads to new standards of care, mostly in specialties like oncology, neurology, or endocrinology. We present a review of the literature and a case report of a 62-year-old patient initially treated for a benign gynecologic pathology and followed-up for 7 years clinically, with serologic and with multiple imaging techniques. There is an actual growing use of highly sensitive functional imaging methods, like fluoro-deoxy-glucose (F18-FDG) positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) in the evaluation of oncologic pathologies, staging, follow-up, and therapy response monitoring. This is the first case report described in the literature presenting the association of thyroid papillary microcarcinoma (MPTC) and supraclavicular metastasis of ovarian cancer. The study aims to underline the necessity of a complex and careful evaluation of each oncologic patient, due to the unexpected clinical presentation and rare association of diseases, sometimes leading to confusing management.

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