scholarly journals Intrapericardial Giant Lipoma Displacing the Heart

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. M. Steger
Keyword(s):  
Ct Scan ◽  
Female Patient ◽  
Rapid Growth ◽  
Tumour Mass ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Echocardiographic Examination ◽  
Lipomatous Tumour ◽  
Giant Lipoma ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Chest X Ray

Despite their benign character, intrapericardial lipomas can cause life-threatening complications by rapid growth. This paper presents a case of an intrapericardial lipoma in an almost asymptomatic 41-year-old female patient only suffering from mild dyspnoea on exertion. The tumour was found incidentally by chest X-ray. Echocardiographic examination and a CT scan of the thorax revealed a 16 × 14 × 12 cm lipomatous tumour mass highly suspective of a lipoma. Histological examination of excised tumour specimens confirmed the diagnosis of a lipoma. The patient is currently asymptomatic and has not presented with evidence of recurrence at the 6-month followup.

scholarly journals Deep learning-based meta-classifier approach for COVID-19 classification using CT scan and chest X-ray images

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vinayakumar Ravi ◽  
Harini Narasimhan ◽  
Chinmay Chakraborty ◽  
Tuan D. Pham
Keyword(s):  
Deep Learning ◽  
Ct Scan ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Chest X Ray

scholarly journals Diagnosing gastric volvulus in chest X-ray: report of three cases

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Narendra Pandit ◽  
Abhijeet Kumar ◽  
Tek Narayan Yadav ◽  
Qamar Alam Irfan ◽  
Sujan Gautam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Acute Abdomen ◽  
Gastric Volvulus ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Pain Abdomen ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Chest X Ray ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Specific Symptoms ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis

Abstract Gastric volvulus is a rare abnormal rotation of the stomach along its axis. It is a surgical emergency, hence requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent life-threatening gangrenous changes. Hence, a high index of suspicion is required in any patients presenting with an acute abdomen in emergency. The entity can present acutely with pain abdomen and vomiting, or as chronic with non-specific symptoms. Chest X-ray findings to diagnose it may be overlooked in patients with acute abdomen. Here, we report three patients with gastric volvulus, where the diagnosis was based on the chest X-ray findings, confirmed with computed tomography, and managed successfully with surgery.

Life-threatening presentation of a parahiatal hernia after esophagectomy: a case report and review of the literature

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. e242158
Author(s):  
Camille Plourde ◽  
Émilie Comeau
Keyword(s):  
Small Bowel ◽  
Transverse Colon ◽  
Acute Abdominal Pain ◽  
Haemodynamic Instability ◽  
Acute Setting ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Left Diaphragm ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Chest X Ray ◽  
Obstructive Shock

A woman presented to our hospital with acute abdominal pain 7 months following an oesophagectomy. A chest X-ray revealed a new elevation of the left diaphragm. CT demonstrated a large left diaphragmatic hernia incarcerated with non-enhancing transverse colon and loops of small bowel. She deteriorated rapidly into obstructive shock and was urgently brought to the operating room for a laparotomy. The diaphragmatic orifice was identified in a left parahiatal position, consistent with a parahiatal hernia. Incarcerated necrotic transverse colon and ischaemic loops of small bowel were resected, and the diaphragmatic defect was closed primarily. Because of haemodynamic instability, the abdomen was temporarily closed, and a second look was performed 24 hours later, allowing anastomosis and definitive closure. Parahiatal hernias are rare complications following surgical procedures and can lead to devastating life-threatening complications, such as an obstructive shock. Expeditious diagnosis and management are required in the acute setting.

scholarly journals A dangerous pleural effusion

2010 ◽  
Vol 92 (5) ◽  
pp. e53-e54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Somprakas Basu ◽  
Shilpi Bhadani ◽  
Vijay K Shukla
Keyword(s):  
Rare Complication ◽  
Sudden Onset ◽  
Biliary Surgery ◽  
Biliary Leak ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Delay In Diagnosis ◽  
Aged Woman ◽  
Middle Aged Woman ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Chest X Ray

Bilothorax is a rare complication of biliary peritonitis and, if not treated promptly, can be life-threatening. We report a case of a middle-aged woman who had undergone a bilio-enteric bypass and subsequently a biliary leak developed, which finally led to intra-abdominal biliary collection and spontaneous bilothorax. The clinical course was rapid and mimicked venous thromboembolism, myocardial infarction and pulmonary oedema, which led to a delay in diagnosis and management and finally death. We high-light the fact that bilothorax, although a rare complication of biliary surgery, should always be considered as a probable cause of massive effusion and sudden-onset respiratory and cardiovascular collapse in the postoperative period. A chest X-ray and a diagnostic pleural tap can confirm the diagnosis. Once detected, an aggressive management should be instituted to prevent organ failure and death.

scholarly journals Therapeutic effect of cycloserine combined with anti-tuberculosis drugs in the treatment of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis

2022 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 419-424
Author(s):  
Yang Zhao ◽  
Mabin Si ◽  
Zhihui Li ◽  
Xiulei Yu
Keyword(s):  
Ct Scan ◽  
Multidrug Resistant ◽  
Chest Ct ◽  
Case Detection Rate ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Resistant Tuberculosis ◽  
Multidrug Resistant Tuberculosis ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Mdr Tb ◽  
Chest X Ray

Purpose: The present study analyzes the comprehensive therapeutic effect of cycloserine, in combination with anti-tuberculosis drugs using chest X-ray and chest CT (computed tomography) scan techniques. Methods: A total of 90 patients, diagnosed with multidrug resistant tuberculosis (MDR TB) were subjected to chest x-ray and CT scan before and after treatment in the two groups. Different views such as sagittal, coronal, lung window and multiplanar imaging of mediastinal window were taken. Some parameters such as case detection rate (CDR) in chest X-ray and CT scan and comprehensive curative effect were observed in two groups. Further, the changes in chest CT signs in addition to absorption of focus, cavity closure and changes in CT extra pulmonary signs were also observed. Results: The clinical profile of the patients and the course of disease were statistically insignificant (p > 0.05). Total effectiveness rate and case detection rate (CDR) values exhibited a significant difference between the groups (p < 0.05). Lung consolidation, nodules and cavities significantly improved in both groups before and after the treatment (p < 0.05). Both groups showed significant improvements in extrapulmonary signs in CT scan (p < 0.05) after the treatment. Conclusion: Based on the study outcomes, the CT scan method has good potentials for diagnosing and treating MDR TB at the early stages. Further, it can clarify the signs and outcomes of the disease at early stages, thus providing the medical fraternity a great opportunity to cure the disease.

scholarly journals CLINICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF CHILDREN WITH CYSTIC FIBROSIS IN KHARKIV REGION

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 166-169
Author(s):  
Ekateryna Yanovska ◽  
Victoria Klimenko ◽  
Elena Pasichnik
Keyword(s):  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Respiratory Tract ◽  
Ct Scan ◽  
Clinical Characteristics ◽  
Epithelial Lining ◽  
Bacteriological Examination ◽  
Epithelial Lining Fluid ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Chest X Ray ◽  
Microbiological Status

The work is devoted to the study of the clinical and paraclinical peculiarities in children with CF (including respiratory tract microbiocenosis) in Kharkiv region. Also it is about the correlation of microbiological status of CF patients with the disease morbidity.Under the supervision were 30 children with cystic fibrosis. They conducted clinical, paraclinical (bacteriological examination of sputum and epithelial lining fluid, chest X-ray, CT scan of lungs) were performed.Clinical and paraclinic (bacteriological examination of sputum and epithelial lining fluid, chest X-ray, CT scan of lungs) were performed.During observations revealed that the condition severity of CF patients is associated with chronic P. aeruginosa infection, and B. cepacia. And also, that none of patients in Kharkiv region has determined  any of pathognomonic respiratory causative microorganisms – M. Tuberculosis and non-tuberculous micobacteria, H. influenza, Ralstonia picketi, condition of infecting by P. Aeruginosa is not identified, and this is the evidence of insufficient laboratory diagnostics.Key words: cystiс fibrosis, children, microflora В.А. Клименко, К.О. Яновська, О.В. ПасічникКЛІНІЧНА ХАРАКТЕРИСТИКА ДІТЕЙ З МУКОВІСЦИДОЗОМ В ХАРКІВСЬКОМУ РЕГІОНІРобота присвячена вивченню клініко-параклінічних особливостей дітей з МВ (в тому числі - мікробіоценоз респіраторного тракту) в Харківському регіоні. А також визначенню кореляції мікробіологічного статусу хворих МВ з тяжкістю перебігу захворювання.Під наглядом були 30 дітей, хворих на муковісцидоз. Їм проведені клінічні, параклінічні (бактеріологічне дослідження мокротиння і промивних вод бронхів, рентгенограма органів грудної клітки, комп'ютерна томографія легенів) дослідження.В ході спостережень виявлено, що тяжкість стану хворих МВ асоційована з хронічною інфекцією P. aeruginosa і B. cepacia. А також, що в Харківському регіоні з патогномонічних респіраторних збудників МВ у жодного хворого не виявлено M. Tuberculosis і non-tuberculous micobacteria, H. influenza, Ralstonia picketi, не визначається статус інфікування P. aeruginosa, що свідчить про незадовільну лабораторну діагностику.Ключові слова: муковісцидоз, діти, мікрофлора. В.А.  Клименко, Е.А. Яновская, Е.В. ПасичникКЛИНИЧЕСКАЯ ХАРАКТЕРИСТИКА ДЕТЕЙ С МУКОВИСЦИДОЗОМ В ХАРЬКОВСКОМ РЕГИОНЕРабота посвящена изучению клинико-параклинических особенностей детей с МВ (в том числе – микробиоценоз респираторного тракта) в Харьковском регионе. А также определению корреляции микробиологического статуса больных МВ с тяжестью течения заболевания.Под наблюдением были 30 детей, больных муковисцидозом. Им проведены клинические, параклинические (бактериологическое исследование мокроты и промывных вод бронхов, рентгенограмма органов грудной клетки, компьютерная томография легких) исследования.В ходе наблюдений выявлено, что тяжесть состояния больных МВ ассоциирована с хронической инфекцией P. aeruginosa и B. cepacia.  А также, что в Харьковском регионе из патогномоничных респираторных возбудителей МВ ни у одного больного не выявлено M. Tuberculosis и non-tuberculous micobacteria, H. influenza, Ralstonia picketi, не определяется статус инфицирования P. aeruginosa, что свидетельствует о неудовлетворительной лабораторной диагностике.Ключевые слова: муковисцидоз, дети,  микрофлора.

scholarly journals (F)utility of computed tomography of the chest in the presence of pleural effusion

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 181-186 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tilak Pathak ◽  
Malvinder S. Parmar
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Pleural Effusion ◽  
Ct Scan ◽  
Clinical Management ◽  
Chest Ct ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Contrast Enhanced ◽  
Plain Chest ◽  
Chest X Ray ◽  
Chest Ct Scan

AbstractBackgroundPleural effusion is common and can cause significant morbidity. The chest X-ray is often the initial radiological test, but additional tests may be required to reduce uncertainty and to provide additional diagnostic information. However, additional exposure and unnecessary costs should be prevented. The objective of the study was to assess the clinical benefit of an additional chest computed tomography (CT) scan over plain chest X-ray alone in the management of patients with pleural effusion.MethodsRetrospective analysis in 94 consecutive patients with pleural effusion who underwent chest X-ray and CT scan over an 18-month period in a single institution. All chest X-ray and CT scan reports were compared and correlated with clinical parameters in order to assess their utility in the clinical management. No blinding was applied.ResultsIn 75 chest CT scan reports (80 %), information provided by the radiologist did not change clinical management when compared to plain chest X-ray alone and did not provide any additional information over chest X-ray. Only 2/49 (4 %) of the native chest CT scan reports provided clinically relevant information as compared to 17/45 (38 %) contrast-enhanced chest CT scan reports (p<0.001).ConclusionsIn this retrospective cohort of patients with pleural effusion, an additional chest CT scan was not useful in the majority of patients. However, if a chest CT scan is required, then a contrast-enhanced study after pleural aspiration should be performed. Further prospective studies are required to confirm these findings.

Ultrasound Detection of Pneumothorax Compared with Chest X-Ray and Computed Tomography Scan

2011 ◽  
Vol 77 (4) ◽  
pp. 480-483 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khanjan Nagarsheth ◽  
Stanley Kurek
Keyword(s):  
Ct Scan ◽  
Negative Predictive Value ◽  
Predictive Value ◽  
Chest Ct ◽  
Trauma Patients ◽  
X Rays ◽  
Thoracic Ultrasound ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Chest X Ray ◽  
Chest Ct Scan

Pneumothorax after trauma can be a life threatening injury and its care requires expeditious and accurate diagnosis and possible intervention. We performed a prospective, single blinded study with convenience sampling at a Level I trauma center comparing thoracic ultrasound with chest X-ray and CT scan in the detection of traumatic pneumothorax. Trauma patients that received a thoracic ultrasound, chest X-ray, and chest CT scan were included in the study. The chest X-rays were read by a radiologist who was blinded to the thoracic ultrasound results. Then both were compared with CT scan results. One hundred and twenty-five patients had a thoracic ultrasound performed in the 24-month period. Forty-six patients were excluded from the study due to lack of either a chest X-ray or chest CT scan. Of the remaining 79 patients there were 22 positive pneumothorax found by CT and of those 18 (82%) were found on ultrasound and 7 (32%) were found on chest X-ray. The sensitivity of thoracic ultrasound was found to be 81.8 per cent and the specificity was found to be 100 per cent. The sensitivity of chest X-ray was found to be 31.8 per cent and again the specificity was found to be 100 per cent. The negative predictive value of thoracic ultrasound for pneumothorax was 0.934 and the negative predictive value for chest X-ray for pneumothorax was found to be 0.792. We advocate the use of chest ultrasound for detection of pneumothorax in trauma patients.

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