Glial Heterotopia over the Nasal Septum: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

ABSTRACT Nasal gliomas are rare congenital lesions arising from defective embryonic development, often termed as Nasal glial heterotopias. It manifests as a mass of extra-cranial cerebral tissue unconnected with the brain. Clinically, these masses are firm and incompressible. Histopathologically, they consist of neuroglial cells and astrocytes embedded in fibrous and vascular connective tissue. Radiological investigations, such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) should be done to rule out intracranial extension. The mass was completely resected endoscopically which was attached to the anterior part of the nasal septum. Endoscopic technique provides excellent visualization. We report one case of nasal glial heterotopia in a baby from southern part of Odisha which has an unusual attachment over the septum. A review of the literatures regarding nasal glioma is also presented. How to cite this article Swain SK, Dash S, Baisakh MR, Samal R. Glial Heterotopia over the Nasal Septum: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Clin Rhinol An Int J 2015;8(1):34-37.

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Disseminated Mycobacterium tuberculosis following renal transplant: A case report

Pneumologia ◽

10.2478/pneum-2021-0008 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 69 (3) ◽

pp. 182-185

Author(s):

Mahmoud Sadeghi-Haddad-Zavareh ◽

Mohammad Reza Hasanjani Roushan ◽

Zeinab Mohseni Afshar ◽

Masomeh Bayani ◽

Soheil Ebrahimpour ◽

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Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Renal Transplant ◽

Psoas Abscess ◽

Miliary Tuberculosis ◽

Caseous Necrosis ◽

High Clinical Suspicion ◽

History Of ◽

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri ◽

The Brain ◽

Current Report

Abstract Miliary tuberculosis (TB) presents a major challenge following a renal transplant in humans. In the current report, we described a patient with disseminated TB following renal transplantation. The article presents the case of a 38-year-old man who presented an 8-month history of fever, chills, sweating, low-back pain and significant weight loss. Chest radiography and computed tomography (CT) scan showed miliary nodules distributed in the two lungs. The transbronchial lung biopsy revealed a granulomatous reaction with caseous necrosis. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain found multiple tuberculomas. Also, MRI of the lumbosacral was indicative of a psoas abscess. Therefore, miliary pulmonary, cerebral and spinal TB was confirmed. The patient was started on an anti-TB regimen and paravertebral aspiration was also done. The patient’s condition improved considerably. In conclusion, this case report can remind us of the importance of maintaining a high clinical suspicion and performing a thorough workup to establish a timely diagnosis and treatment of miliary TB.

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Multiple hydatid cysts of the brain: A case report and review of the literature

Neurosurgical Review ◽

10.1007/bf02389329 ◽

1998 ◽

Vol 21 (2-3) ◽

pp. 181-184 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Nurullah Yüceer ◽

Mehmet Bahadn Güven ◽

Hasan Yilmaz

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Review Of The Literature ◽

Hydatid Cysts ◽

The Brain

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Pyogenic Granuloma of the Foot with Satellitosis: A Role for Conservative Management

Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery ◽

10.2310/7750.2010.09068 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 15 (1) ◽

pp. 58-60

Author(s):

Janice Bacher ◽

Dalal Assaad ◽

David N. Adam

Keyword(s):

Differential Diagnosis ◽

Case Report ◽

Conservative Management ◽

Treatment Options ◽

Pyogenic Granuloma ◽

Conservative Approach ◽

Review Of The Literature ◽

Atypical Case ◽

Over Time ◽

Rule Out

Background: Pyogenic granuloma (PG) with satellitosis is a rare phenomenon that typically occurs in children and teenagers. It can be seen after excision or trauma to the original lesion. Objective: The aim is to review an atypical case of PG with satellitosis and to highlight a conservative approach to management. Methods: This article includes a case report of a 48-year-old woman developing PG with satellitosis in her right foot and includes a review of the literature. Results: There are few cases of PG with satellitosis in the literature. Our patient differs from most given her age and the location of the lesions. She was managed differently with a conservative observational approach, and, over time, her symptoms abated. Conclusion: PG with satellitosis can occur in varying patient populations with varying presentations. Although several treatment options exist, managing patients conservatively should be considered an approach to management. Early investigations should be conducted to rule out more sinister items in the differential diagnosis.

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A Rare Case of Nasopharyngeal Glial Heterotopia in a Neonate

Journal of Neonatology ◽

10.1177/09732179211042596 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 097321792110425

Author(s):

Viveka Singh ◽

Neha Nabar ◽

Sanjiv Badhwar ◽

Preetha Joshi

Keyword(s):

Gold Standard ◽

Rare Case ◽

Neural Tissue ◽

Surgical Excision ◽

Intracranial Extension ◽

Resonance Imaging ◽

Radiological Studies ◽

Rule Out ◽

Glial Heterotopia

Nasopharyngeal glial heterotopias is an extremely rare, nonhereditary, developmental malformation manifesting as a mass composed of mature neural tissue with no intracranial continuity. Glial heterotopia is a rare, non-neoplastic, extracranial midline malformation. Nasal glioma is the most frequently encountered entity among congenital nasal masses. Cases which are associated with intracranial extension are termed as encephalocele. It must be considered in the differential diagnosis of airway obstruction in neonates. Magnetic resonance imaging is mandatory to rule out intracranial extension. We report a rare case of heterotopic brain tissue in nasopharynx with no intracranial extension to attract attention to the diagnostic workup of nasopharyngeal obstruction in a neonate with respiratory distress. Clinical examination and radiological studies are diagnostic while early surgical excision and histopathological confirmation is the gold standard. This baby underwent complete intranasal endoscopic excision of mass on day 20 of life. The postoperative course was uneventful and the baby is growing well on follow-up. This case would be one of the few cases reported from India.

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Pegfilgrastim-associated large-vessel vasculitis developed during adjuvant chemotherapy for breast cancer: A case report and review of the literature

Journal of Oncology Pharmacy Practice ◽

10.1177/1078155220910800 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 26 (7) ◽

pp. 1785-1790 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Jun Nakamura ◽

Tomoyo M Nishi ◽

Shun Yamashita ◽

Hiroaki Nakamura ◽

Ken Sato ◽

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Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Case Report ◽

Adjuvant Chemotherapy ◽

Supportive Therapy ◽

Granulocyte Colony Stimulating Factor ◽

Review Of The Literature ◽

Breast Cancer Chemotherapy ◽

Prophylactic Use ◽

Stimulating Factor ◽

Rule Out

Introduction Granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) is widely used as a neutrophil supportive therapy in breast cancer chemotherapy. Common adverse events of G-CSF include bone pain, headache, and fatigue; however, reports of G-CSF-associated vasculitis are few. Case report A 66-year-old woman who had undergone surgery for breast cancer received adjuvant chemotherapy with prophylactic use of pegfilgrastim (peg-G). She developed peg-G-associated vasculitis 11 days after initially receiving peg-G. Management and outcome: Although various blood and culture tests were required to rule out other vasculitis syndromes and infections, her symptoms spontaneously disappeared without any treatment other than discontinuation of the causal drug. Discussion G-CSF-associated vasculitis is occasionally accompanied by severe complications such as aortic dissection and aneurysm formation. This case report is important to draw attention towards this rare and difficult-to-diagnosis adverse event of peg-G.

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Mucocele of the Nasal Septum: Case Report and Review of the Literature

Journal of Rhinology ◽

10.18787/jr.2015.22.2.112 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 22 (2) ◽

pp. 112 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Dong Hoon Lee ◽

John Jae Woon Lee ◽

Wan Seok Cho ◽

Sang Chul Lim

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Nasal Septum ◽

Review Of The Literature

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An Atypical Porencephalic Cyst Manifesting as a Simple Partial Seizure: A Case Report and Literature Review

Case Reports in Neurological Medicine ◽

10.1155/2017/2174045 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 2017 ◽

pp. 1-4 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Abdulaziz Ibrahim Al Thafar ◽

Abdullatif Sami Al Rashed ◽

Bayan Abdullah Al Matar ◽

Abdulaziz Mohammad Al-Sharydah ◽

Abdulrahman Hamad Al-Abdulwahhab ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽

Case Report ◽

Neurological Disease ◽

Brain Parenchyma ◽

Atypical Presentation ◽

Resonance Imaging ◽

Simple Partial Seizure ◽

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mri ◽

And Behavior ◽

The Brain

Background. Porencephaly is an extremely rare neurological disease characterized by the presence of solitary or multiple degenerative cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) cavities within the brain parenchyma. Case Report. We describe a case involving a 23-year-old male who presented with involuntary movements of the left upper limb of 6 months’ duration. A diagnosis of porencephaly was confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Conclusion. The rarity of occurrence and atypical presentation of such a lesion present a challenge to clinicians. Little is known about the pathogenesis and appropriate management of porencephaly. Further studies of the implications of porencephaly for neurodevelopment and behavior are needed.

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Adenocarcinoma of the ethmoid sinuses: a case of two primary tumours

The Journal of Laryngology & Otology ◽

10.1258/002221502760238064 ◽

2002 ◽

Vol 116 (9) ◽

pp. 730-732 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

A. D. Mace ◽

A. M. Lale ◽

J. W. R. Capper

Keyword(s):

Case Report ◽

Nasal Septum ◽

Ethmoid Sinus ◽

Primary Adenocarcinoma ◽

Second Primary ◽

Review Of The Literature ◽

Routine Examination ◽

The Right ◽

Ethmoid Sinuses ◽

Disease Free

The authors present a case report of a retired furniture worker who initially presented with a mucin-secreting adenocarinoma of the right ethmoid sinus. He underwent surgical resection, leaving the nasal septum intact, and topical treatment with 5-fluorouracil. He remained disease free. Three years after his initial presentation he was found to have a left nasal polyp on routine examination. This subsequently proved to be a second primary adenocarcinoma. A review of the literature has not shown any other cases of a second primary adenocarcinoma of the ethmoid sinuses.

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