Case report: Histopathological Diagnosis of Rabies in Iraqi Cows and Ewes

Rabies was diagnosed (for the first time) in clinically suspected rabid Iraqi cows and ewes by using histopathological methods. The result showed 3 positive cases 2 cows from Baghdad governorate and 1 ewe from Al - Basra governorate. The gross pathological changes included swelling of cerebrum and cerebellum, multiple hemorrhagic spots within cerebral parenchyma, and sever congestion in meningial blood vessels. The histopathological changes showed specific changes represented by Negri bodies as intracytoplasmic inclusions within Purkinje cells in cerebellum and Babes nodules in cerebrum and medulla oblongata. Non specific changes included edema, hemorrhages, cellular necrosis, lymphocytic foci and lymphocytic and mononuclear cuffing surrounding congested blood vessels.

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Histopathological Changes In The Intestine Of Infected Pigeons (Columba Livia Domestica) Caused By Helminthes Infection From Al-Qassim, Saudi Arabia

10.1101/2021.12.18.473269 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Mashael Aldamigh ◽

Amaal H. Hassan ◽

Ahlam A. Alahmadi

Keyword(s):

Saudi Arabia ◽

Blood Vessels ◽

Growth Retardation ◽

Columba Livia ◽

Helminth Parasites ◽

Histopathological Changes ◽

Biological Factors ◽

Typical Structure ◽

First Time

Helminthes infection causes extensive harm to the pigeon host. The purpose of this study was to observe histopathological changes caused by helminths infection. Thirty-five pigeons (C.L. Domestica) were purchased weekly from a bird's market from Al- Qassim region, Saudi Arabia. Out of the 35 pigeons examined, 9 pigeons (25.71%) were found infected with helminth parasites, which were identified as one cestode (Raillietina sp.), and one nematode (Ascaridia columbae). The infected pigeons suffered from growth retardation, emaciation, weakness, droopiness, and diarrhea. A lot of histopathological changes were seen in the intestine of infected pigeons including atrophy and distortion of villi, infiltration of inflammatory lymphocytic cells, erosion, and loss of the typical structure of the intestine, necrosis in villi, and blood vessels congestion. This study concludes, for the first time in AL-Qassim region-Saudi Arabia, that the infection with helminth parasites caused significant histopathological changes in the intestines of the infected pigeons, and this could lead to increased mortality to the infected pigeons. Further work is necessary in Saudi Arabia to determine the prevalence and biological factors that have a significant impact on the helminth parasites community.

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Managing the Transition to Edentulousness Using Partial Transitional Dentures for First Time Prosthodontic Patients: Addressing Unrealistic Expectations – A Case Report

Journal of Oral & Dental Health ◽

10.33140/jodh/01/01/00001 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 1 (1) ◽

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Treatment Outcomes ◽

Treatment Planning ◽

Clinical Relevance ◽

Treatment Plan ◽

Sequential Treatment ◽

Aesthetic Result ◽

Abutment Teeth ◽

First Time ◽

Unrealistic Expectations

Aim: The aim of this report is to describe the management of a prosthodontic patient expressing unrealistic expectations with respect to the transition to edentulousness. Objectives: To outline (1) the diagnosis and explicit expectations of the patient on presentation (2) considerations made during treatment planning to address the wishes of the first time prosthodontic patient (3) a sequential treatment plan utilizing transitional partial removable dentures to manage the change to edentulousness (4) functional and aesthetic result achieved. Results: Delivery of immediate removable partial dentures retaining key abutment teeth in upper and lower arches was a viable prosthodontic solution in the transition to edentulousness of a patient expecting unrealistic treatment outcomes. Conclusions: Addressing impractical expectations and devising a treatment plan amenable to both clinician and patient is difficult. Strategies to manage these wishes in prosthodontic dentistry can include transitional partial dentures. Clinical relevance: Practitioners who encounter similar situations may consider this report valuable.

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Testicular fibroma: A case report

Archive of oncology ◽

10.2298/aoo1304139s ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 21 (3-4) ◽

pp. 139-140

Author(s):

Sunita Shere ◽

Anjali Kulkarni ◽

Shubhjyoti Pore ◽

Rajan Bindu

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Benign Tumor ◽

Histopathological Diagnosis ◽

Testicular Mass ◽

Rare Benign Tumor ◽

Testicular Malignancy ◽

Slow Growing

Testicular fibroma of gonadal stromal origin is a rare benign tumor of testis, which usually presents as a slow growing testicular mass. Intratesticular fibroma of gonadal stromal origin, with or without minor sex cord elements, must be considered, analogous to similar tumors in ovary, as a benign tumor. Until now, only 25 cases of testicular fibroma have been reported in the literature. We reported a case of testicular fibroma in a 20 years male who presented with painless right testicular enlargement since two years. Ultrasonography (USG) showed heterogeneous mass in right scrotum suggestive of testicular malignancy. Right orchidectomy was done. Histopathological diagnosis was testicular fibroma, which was confirmed by immunohistochemistry.

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Reticular erythematous mucinosis: Literature review and case report of a 24-year-old patient with systemic erythematosus lupus

Lupus ◽

10.1177/0961203320965702 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 096120332096570

Author(s):

Juliana P Ocanha-Xavier ◽

Camila O Cola-Senra ◽

Jose Candido C Xavier-Junior

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Case Report ◽

Literature Review ◽

English Language ◽

Case Reports ◽

Histopathological Diagnosis ◽

Skin Disorders ◽

Histopathological Findings ◽

Inflammatory Skin

Reticular erythematous mucinosis (REM) was first described 50 years ago, but only around 100 case reports in English have been published. Its relation with other inflammatory skin disorders is still being debated. We report a case of REM, including the clinical and histopathological findings. Also, a systematic review of 94 English-language reported cases is provided. The described criteria for clinical and histopathological diagnosis are highlighted in order to REM can be confidently diagnosed.

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Russell Body Typhlitis: A Case Report and Literature Review

International Journal of Surgical Pathology ◽

10.1177/10668969211008251 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 106689692110082

Author(s):

Sarah Al-Rawaf ◽

Salem Alowami ◽

Robert Riddell ◽

Asghar Naqvi

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Literature Review ◽

Light Chain ◽

Plasma Cells ◽

Gastrointestinal Disease ◽

English Literature ◽

The Other ◽

Tubulovillous Adenoma ◽

Inflammatory Polyp ◽

Intracytoplasmic Inclusions

Russell bodies are accumulation of immunoglobulin in plasma cells forming intracytoplasmic inclusions. Russell body colitis is rare with only 3 cases described in the English literature up to date. We report a 78-year-old male with cirrhosis showing prominent cecal infiltration of Russell body containing plasma cells. Plasma cells showed no nuclear atypia or mitoses, and no evidence of light chain restriction. In this article, we report a fourth case of Russell body colitis, that is unique in being localized to the cecum in contrast to the other 3, 1 of which was in an inflammatory polyp in the sigmoid colon, 1 in a rectal tubulovillous adenoma and 1 as part of diffuse gastrointestinal disease. This is therefore the first report of localized Russell body typhlitis, occurring in a cirrhotic patient in whom an adjacent erosion was likely nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug-associated, a combination that may have facilitated the formation of Russell bodies.

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The Forensic Entomology Case Report—A Global Perspective

Insects ◽

10.3390/insects12040283 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 12 (4) ◽

pp. 283

Author(s):

Zanthé Kotzé ◽

Sylvain Aimar ◽

Jens Amendt ◽

Gail S. Anderson ◽

Luc Bourguignon ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Forensic Entomology ◽

Professional Associations ◽

Global Perspective ◽

Legal Requirements ◽

Standard Format ◽

Complete Report ◽

Colonization Time ◽

First Time

Forensic practitioners analyzing entomological evidence are faced with numerous challenges when presenting their findings to law practitioners, particularly in terms of terminology used to describe insect age, what this means for colonization time of remains, and the limitations to estimates made. Due to varying legal requirements in different countries, there is no standard format for the entomological case report prepared, nor any guidelines as to the sections that are required, optional or unnecessary in a case report. The authors herein propose sections that should be considered when drafting an entomological case report. The criteria under which entomological evidence is analyzed are discussed, as well as the limitations for each criterion. The concept of a global, standardized entomological case report is impossible to achieve due to national legislative differences, but the authors here propose a basic template which can be adapted and changed according to the needs of the practitioner. Furthermore, while the discussion is fairly detailed, capturing all differences between nations could not be accomplished, and those initiating casework for the first time are encouraged to engage other practicing forensic entomologists or professional associations within their own nation or region, to ensure a complete report is generated that meets lab or national requirements, prior to generating a finalized report.

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De Novo Partial 13q22-q34 Trisomy with Typical Neurological and Immunological Findings: A Case Report with New Genetic Insights

Brain Sciences ◽

10.3390/brainsci11010021 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 11 (1) ◽

pp. 21

Author(s):

Claudia Brogna ◽

Valentina Milano ◽

Barbara Brogna ◽

Lara Cristiano ◽

Giuseppe Rovere ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

De Novo ◽

Partial Trisomy ◽

Cerebral Vasculitis ◽

Radiological Findings ◽

Cerebral Lesions ◽

Brain Malformations ◽

Vermian Hypoplasia ◽

Callosal Dysgenesis ◽

First Time

The partial trisomy 13q encompasses an extensive variability of phenotypic and radiological findings including leukoencephalopathy and brain malformations such as holoprosencephaly, callosal dysgenesis, hippocampal hypoplasia, olfactory hypoplasia, and vermian hypoplasia. We report for the first time a case of a 23-year-old patient affected by de novo partial 13q22.1q34 trisomy (41.7 Mb, 72,365,975-114,077,122x3) presenting with hemiparesis related to both ischemic and haemorrhagic cerebral lesions compatible with cerebral vasculitis due to a possible combination of genetic and immunological interaction.

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Canine pyometra associated with Bacillus species: a case report

Veterinární Medicína ◽

10.17221/36/2017-vetmed ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 63 (No. 3) ◽

pp. 143-149 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

MK Kim ◽

HY Yoon ◽

MH Lee ◽

JH Kim

Keyword(s):

Mammary Gland ◽

Case Report ◽

Bacillus Megaterium ◽

Fatal Outcome ◽

Bacillus Species ◽

Bacterial Isolation ◽

Sonographic Examination ◽

First Time ◽

Gland Tumour ◽

Unilateral Mastectomy

An 11-year-old, female Maltese was presented for evaluation of a mammary gland tumour. An abdominal sonographic examination showed an echogenic, fluid-filled, dilated uterus; pyometra was also diagnosed. Ovariohysterectomy and unilateral mastectomy was performed and the dog recovered uneventfully. However, 11 h later, the dog’s condition suddenly deteriorated and it died on the day after the surgery. Bacillus circulans and Bacillus megaterium were isolated from its uterine content; these species had not been reported previously in canine pyometra. The two species were resistant to various antibiotics, including cefazolin used during the treatment. We describe for the first time the presentation, diagnosis, bacterial isolation and fatal outcome of B. circulans and B. megaterium infection in a Maltese dog with pyometra.

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Clinico-Pathological Correlations of the Frontal Lobe Syndrome: Results of a Large Brain Bank Study

Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders ◽

10.1159/000430460 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 40 (3-4) ◽

pp. 121-129

Author(s):

Welmoed A. Krudop ◽

Sjanne Bosman ◽

Jeroen J.G. Geurts ◽

Sietske A.M. Sikkes ◽

Nicolaas A. Verwey ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Frontal Lobe ◽

Grey Matter ◽

Pathological Changes ◽

Brain Bank ◽

Large Brain ◽

Cortical Pathology ◽

Brain Changes ◽

Subcortical Regions ◽

Frontal Lobe Syndrome ◽

First Time

Aims: A clinical frontal lobe syndrome (FLS) is generally attributed to functional or structural disturbances within frontal-subcortical circuits. We studied the distribution of pathological brain changes in FLS. Additionally, the prevalence of FLS among various disorders was studied. Methods: We systematically screened clinical files of donors to the Netherlands Brain Bank (n = 2,814) for FLS. A total of 262 FLS cases were identified, and the distribution of postmortem pathological changes within the frontal-subcortical circuits was extracted from their neuropathological reports. Results: In 244 out of 262 patients (93%), pathological changes within the frontal-subcortical circuits were found: 90 subjects (34%) with frontal cortical pathology and 18 (7%) with pathology restricted to subcortical grey matter nuclei, whereas 136 subjects (52%) showed both cortical and subcortical pathology. In 18 subjects (7%), no pathology was found in the examined areas. The prevalence of FLS was highest in frontal-temporal lobar degeneration, followed by progressive supranuclear palsy and vascular dementia [χ2(6, n = 1,561) = 222.64, p < 0.01]. Conclusion: In this large brain bank study, the distribution of pathological changes in subjects with FLS was shown to be frontal-subcortical for the first time. A minority of FLS cases had pathology in the subcortical regions only or no frontal pathology at all.

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Benign Osteoblastoma Involving Maxilla: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

Case Reports in Dentistry ◽

10.1155/2012/351241 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 2012 ◽

pp. 1-4 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

K. Bokhari ◽

M. S. Hameed ◽

M. Ajmal ◽

Rafi A. Togoo

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Surgical Excision ◽

Good Prognosis ◽

Histopathological Diagnosis ◽

Diagnostic Challenge ◽

Diagnostic Dilemma ◽

Long Term Follow Up ◽

Rare Benign Tumor ◽

Benign Osteoblastoma ◽

Maxilla And Mandible

Background. Osteoblastoma is a rare benign tumor. This tumor is characterized by osteoid and bone formation with the presence of numerous osteoblasts. The lesion is more frequently seen in long bones and rarely involves maxilla and mandible. Due to its clinical and histological similarity with other bone tumors such as osteoid osteoma and fibro-osseous lesions, osteoblastoma presents a diagnostic dilemma.Case Report. Very few cases of osteoblastomas involving maxillofacial region have been reported in the literature. This case report involves osteoblastoma involving right maxilla in an 18-year-old male patient. Following detailed clinical examination, radiological interpretation, and histopathological diagnosis, surgical excision was performed. The patient was followed up for a period of 3 years and was disease free.Summary and Conclusion. Benign osteoblastoma involving jaw bones is a rare tumor. There is a close resemblance of this tumor with other lesions such as fibro-osseous lesions and odontogenic tumors and thus faces a diagnostic challenge. Surgical excision with a long-term follow-up gives good prognosis to this lesion—Benign Osteoblastoma.

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