Mesothelial Cysts of the Round Ligament of the Uterus in 9 patients: A 15-year Experience

2016 ◽  
Vol 101 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 171-175 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehmet Bulent Tirnaksiz ◽  
Arman Erkan ◽  
Ahmet Bulent Dogrul ◽  
Osman Abbasoglu
Keyword(s):  
Groin Hernia ◽  
Single Layer ◽  
Round Ligament ◽  
Preoperative Imaging ◽  
Histopathologic Examination ◽  
Mesothelial Cyst ◽  
Characteristic Features ◽  
The Right ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion

The aim of this study was to evaluate the characteristic features of patients with mesothelial cyst of the round ligament of the uterus and the incidence of this entity. This was a retrospective review of 3065 patients who underwent inguinal exploration for groin mass from 1998 to 2013. Clinical, radiologic, and histopathologic features of patients with a diagnosis of mesothelial cyst of the round ligament were analyzed. Of the 405 female patients reviewed, 9 mesothelial cysts of the round ligament were identified (2.2%). The median age was 37 (range, 19–82 years). In all patients the groin mass was manually irreducible on physical examination. The lesions were on the right side in 6 (66.6%) patients. These were identified before surgery in 4 (all by groin ultrasonography). Three were misidentified as a hernia before surgery. The remaining 2 (22%) had both hernia and the mesothelial cyst of the round ligament. The cysts were identified after surgery at the time of histopathologic examination in these 2 patients. In all patients histopathologic examination revealed multilobular cystic lesion lined by a single layer of mesothelial cells. Cystic lesions arising from the round ligament were identified and excised along with the round ligament in 7 patients. In the remaining 2, a hernia repair was also performed. There was no recurrence at follow-up. Mesothelial cysts of the round ligament are rare. They are easily misidentified as groin hernia. An accurate diagnosis requires a high index of suspicion and is greatly aided by preoperative imaging studies.

scholarly journals Resection of mesothelial cyst of uterine round ligament by laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal procedure alone or combined with open surgery

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (11) ◽  
pp. 5475-5482
Author(s):  
Dongfeng Chen ◽  
Pan Zhang ◽  
Haifeng Zhang ◽  
Mingxiao Guo ◽  
Weijia Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Open Surgery ◽  
Inguinal Canal ◽  
Round Ligament ◽  
Surgical Removal ◽  
Normal Body Mass Index ◽  
Transabdominal Preperitoneal ◽  
Mesothelial Cyst ◽  
The Right ◽  
Transabdominal Preperitoneal Procedure

Objective Surgical treatment of a mesothelial cyst of the uterine round ligament (MCURL), an uncommon entity, has been rarely documented. In this article, we present our experience with excision of MCURLs. Methods The records of all female patients undergoing surgical removal of a groin mass in our department from March 2013 to November 2018 were retrospectively reviewed. Demographic information, clinical data, and follow-up outcomes were collected and analyzed. Results Among 298 women who underwent groin hernia repair, 17 (5.7%) had MCURLs. Of these 17 patients, 13 were aged 30 to 45 years and 15 had a normal body mass index (18.5–23.9 kg/m2). MCURLs occurred predominantly on the right side (11/17). Approximately half of the patients (9/17) were preoperatively misdiagnosed with inguinal hernias. Approximately 70% (12/17) of the lesions were localized medially to the inner ring of the inguinal canal and excised by a laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) procedure alone. Five patients required open surgery following the TAPP procedure because the cyst extended distally beyond the inner ring. No recurrence was noted during the entire follow-up period. Conclusion Most MCURLs were localized medially to the inner ring of the inguinal canal and could be excised by a TAPP procedure.

scholarly journals Unusual coexistence of first and second branchial fistulas: clinical case and review of the literature

2020 ◽  
Vol 48 (8) ◽  
pp. 030006052094430
Author(s):  
Danqing Liu ◽  
Guangqi Li ◽  
Jun Qiu ◽  
Jianyan Wang ◽  
Genwang Pei
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Signs ◽  
Preoperative Imaging ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
False Positive Diagnosis ◽  
Fistula Recurrence ◽  
History Of ◽  
Physical Examinations ◽  
Missed Diagnosis ◽  
The Right

Branchial fistulas are uncommon in the clinical setting. The coexistence of first and second branchial fistulas has not been previously reported. We herein describe a 12-year-old girl who presented with a 2-year history of repeated swelling and purulence behind the right earlobe and neck. According to the patient’s physical and auxiliary examination findings, she was diagnosed with coexisting first and second branchial fistulas, both of which were completely removed by surgery. No clinical signs of fistula recurrence were present at the patient’s 20-month postoperative follow-up. Ipsilateral coexisting first and second branchial fistulas are very rare; thus, a false-positive diagnosis can easily occur if the doctor does not carefully perform specialized physical examinations. Surgery is an effective method for treating this condition. Adequate preoperative imaging preparation is imperative to ensure the most effective course of treatment. The purpose of this article is to improve clinicians’ awareness of this disease, thereby effectively reducing the rates of missed diagnosis and recurrence.

scholarly journals A Young Woman with Ischemic Stroke: Should We Pay More Attention to Varicella Zoster Infection

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 145-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cláudia Borbinha ◽  
João Pedro Marto ◽  
Sofia Calado ◽  
Miguel Viana-Baptista
Keyword(s):  
Ischemic Stroke ◽  
Hemorrhagic Transformation ◽  
Vascular Events ◽  
Varicella Zoster ◽  
Fluid Analysis ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Right ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Varicella Zoster Infection

Ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke are recognized complications of Varicella zoster virus (VZV) infections, although uncommon and poorly documented. The authors report the case of a 31-year-old woman admitted with acute ischemic stroke of the right posterior cerebral artery and a history of a thoracic rash 1 month before. Aspirin and simvastatin were prescribed, but the patient suffered a stepwise deterioration the following days, with new areas of infarction on brain imaging. Despite no evidence of cardiac or large vessel embolic sources, anticoagulation was started empirically 6 days after stroke onset. One week later, symptomatic hemorrhagic transformation occurred. The diagnosis of VZV vasculopathy was then considered, and treatment with acyclovir and prednisolone was started with no further vascular events. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis and digital subtraction angiography findings corroborated the diagnosis. The patient was discharged to the rehabilitation center with a modified Rankin scale (mRS) score of 4. On the 6-month follow-up, she presented only a slight disability (mRS score 2). In conclusion, VZV vasculopathy needs to be considered in young adults with stroke. A high index of suspicion and early treatment seem to be important to minimize morbidity and mortality. Anticoagulation should probably be avoided in stroke associated with VZV vasculopathy.

scholarly journals Bizarre Parosteal Osteochondromatous Proliferation (Nora Lesion) in Upper and Lower Limbs: A Report of Three Cases and Review of Literature

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maryada Venkateshwar Reddy ◽  
Anjaneyulu Kandukuri ◽  
Vidyasagar Chandankere ◽  
Vinay Mathew Joseph ◽  
Annappareddy Venkata Gurava Reddy
Keyword(s):  
Benign Lesion ◽  
Plain Radiograph ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Radiological Evaluation ◽  
Bizarre Parosteal Osteochondromatous Proliferation ◽  
Diagnostic Dilemma ◽  
Small Bones ◽  
The Right ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion

Introduction: Bizarre parosteal osteochondromatous proliferation (BPOP) is a rare bone pathology affecting small bones of hand and feet. This benign lesion needs to be distinguished from many malignant bone tumors as it poses a diagnostic dilemma due to its clinical, radiological, and histological picture. We report three cases of BPOP affecting the hand and foot. Case 1: A 21-year-old gentleman presented with painful swelling in the long finger of the right hand. A plain radiograph showed a radio dense mass which was later excised and diagnosis confirmed in histopathology. There was no recurrence in 2 years of follow-up. Case 2: A 5-year-old boy presented with painful swelling over the right ankle with no history of antecedent trauma. Following radiological evaluation, the patient was successfully treated with excision. Case 3: A 35-year-old lady presented with a painful swelling on the dorsal aspect of her hand which was gradually increasing in size. After radiological evaluation, the patient was successfully treated with excision and lesion confirmed to be BPOP on histological examination. She was symptom free without recurrence in up to 2 years of follow-up. Conclusion: Nora’s lesion is a rare pathology requiring high index of suspicion. Excision is the recommended mode of treatment. All our cases responded well with excision with immediate pain relief following surgery and no recurrence in up to 2 years of follow-up. Keywords: Nora, bizarre parosteal osteochondromatous proliferation, neoplasm, tumor, benign.

scholarly journals The diagnosis and treatment of primary adrenal lipomatous tumors in Chinese patients: a 31-year follow-up study

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fukang Sun ◽  
Juping Zhao ◽  
Xiaolong Jing ◽  
Wenlong Zhou ◽  
Xin Huang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Adrenal Gland ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Chinese Patients ◽  
Preoperative Imaging ◽  
Left Adrenal Gland ◽  
Single Centre ◽  
Follow Up Study ◽  
The Right ◽  
Lipomatous Tumors

Introduction: Adrenal lipomatous tumours (ALTs) are rarely encountered in clinical practice and consequently little is known about their clinical features.Methods: We analyze the clinical features, diagnosis and treatment of ALTs based on cases presenting at a single centre over a 31-year period. We reviewed clinical data from patients with primary adrenal tumours treated at the Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai between January 1980 and December 2010.Results: A total of 73 cases of primary ALTs in 22 men and 51 women (mean age 51.1±14.2 years) were reviewed. The ALTs included 65 myelolipomas (89.0%), 3 lipomas (4.1%), 2 angiomyolipomas (2.7%), 2 teratomas (2.7%), and 1 liposarcoma (1.4%). Of the total 73 patients, 24 of them had tumours in the left adrenal gland, 47 in the right gland and 2 had bilateral tumours. In total, 51 patients underwent open surgery and 22 laparoscopic surgery.Conclusion: Myelolipoma is predominant among the various types of lipomatous adrenal gland tumours; it accounts for about 90% of all cases. Surgery is recommended for tumours ≥3.5 cm in diameter, for all cases of symptomatic tumour, and for cases of teratoma or liposarcoma identified by preoperative imaging.

scholarly journals Combined Dorsal and Ulnarward Carpometacarpal Dislocation Associated with Open Fracture of the Base of First Metacarpal and Severe Degloving Injury

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Ali J. Electricwala ◽  
Jaffer T. Electricwala
Keyword(s):  
Internal Fixation ◽  
Functional Outcome ◽  
Closed Reduction ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Open Fracture ◽  
Kirschner Wires ◽  
Degloving Injury ◽  
The Right ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion

We report a rare case of dislocation of second to fourth carpometacarpal (CMC) joints of the right hand with combined dorsal and ulnarward displacement of the second to fourth digits and fracture of the shaft of the first metacarpal associated with degloving injury. These injuries were diagnosed early and treated successfully with closed reduction and internal fixation using Kirschner wires. The functional outcome was good at follow-up at 5 years. A high index of suspicion is required to successfully diagnose and treat this condition.

scholarly journals Cecal malakoplakia: A case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-47
Author(s):  
Jin Woon Jeong ◽  
Ji Hyun Noh ◽  
Jeong Hyun Kang ◽  
Ji Hyun Park ◽  
Joo Hyung Lee
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Psoas Muscle ◽  
Histopathologic Examination ◽  
Operative Case ◽  
Close Observation ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Right ◽  
Made In

Malakoplakia is a rare chronic granulomatous disease found in the genitourinary tract, mainly. It is considered to be related to immunosuppression and/or infectious processes. We would like to present an operative case of cecal malakoplakia in a patient with a history of surgical resection and chemotherapy for cervical cancer. A 74-year-old female patient visited our hospital for 1-year follow-up after operation and chemo-radiotherapy for cervical cancer. An infiltrative mass of 6 cm, between the cecal base and the right psoas muscle, was observed on computed tomography. An ileocectomy was performed for diagnosis. Histopathologic examination revealed cecal malakoplakia. After surgery, based on previous reports, antibiotics therapy was added. Then the patient was discharged and treated in the outpatient clinic. To our knowledge, a rare case has been described of cecal malakoplakia during observation after surgery and chemo-radiotherapy for cervical cancer. Malakoplakia is known to be related to immunosuppressive condition. Therefore, our case suggests that close observation should be made in patients on immunosuppressive condition, such as chemotherapy.

Oral Verrucous Hyperplasia: A Case Report

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 56-61
Author(s):  
Dr. Sanjeela Guru ◽  
Dr. Adithya Reddy ◽  
Dr. Shyam Padmanabhan ◽  
Dr. Rakshith Guru
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Present Article ◽  
Histopathological Examination ◽  
Verrucous Carcinoma ◽  
Alveolar Ridge ◽  
Histopathologic Examination ◽  
Oral Mucous Membrane ◽  
Verrucous Hyperplasia ◽  
The Right

Oral Verrucous Hyperplasia is considered as an initialtype of verrucous carcinoma, representing a plausible malignant transformationof the oral mucous membrane. Studies have documented that verrucous hyperplasia transforms into verrucous carcinoma quite consistently and hence both theselesions should be managed identically. The present article reports the case of a 62-year-old male patient whoseprimary complaintwas that of a non-scrapableexophytic warty white outgrowth on edentulous alveolar ridge in the right upper posterior tooth region of the jaw. The growth was provisionally diagnosed as Squamous papilloma. Excision of the exophyticlesion was doneand the tissue biopsy sent for histopathological examination. Histopathologic examination suggested that the lesion was Oral Verrucous hyperplasia. 3 month follow-up of the patient revealed no signs of recurrence.

scholarly journals African histoplasmosis: report of the first case in Brazil and treatment with itraconazole

1993 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 295-299 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leonardo Abrucio Neto ◽  
Maria Denise Fonseca Takahashi ◽  
Alberto Salebian ◽  
Luiz Carlos Cucé
Keyword(s):  
Skin Lesion ◽  
Skin Lesions ◽  
Histopathologic Examination ◽  
First Case ◽  
African Histoplasmosis ◽  
The Right

We report the first case of African histoplasmosis diagnosed in Brazil. The patient was an immigrant from Angola who had come to Brazil six months after the appearance of the skin lesion. The skin of the right retroauricular area was the only site of involvement. The diagnosis was established by direct mycologic examination, culture and by histopathologic examination of the lesion. The patient was successfully treated with Itraconazole 100mg a day for 52 days. No recurrent skin lesions were observed during the ten month follow-up period.

scholarly journals New recognition of hepatic perivascular epithelioid cell tumours (PEComa): a retrospective analysis of 35 cases

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Yang ◽  
Qing Yuan Wang ◽  
Xiao Zhou ◽  
Haoming Zhou ◽  
Wen Bo Jia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Smooth Muscle Actin ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Epithelioid Cell ◽  
Tumour Recurrence ◽  
Preoperative Imaging ◽  
Perivascular Epithelioid Cell ◽  
Imaging Examination ◽  
Right Lobe ◽  
The Right

Abstract Purpose Our primary objective was to investigate the clinical features, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of hepatic perivascular epithelioid cell tumours (PEComa).Patients and Methods Thirty-five cases of pathologically proven hepatic PEComa that were treated in the Department of Hepatobiliary Center of the First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University from January 2008 to February 2019 were retrospectively analysed, and the literature was reviewed.Results Twenty-nine females and 6 males were included in this study. The mean age of these patients was 48.0 years (range, 21-75 years). Thirteen patients complained of upper abdominal pain and discomfort, but the tumours in the other patients were identified by performing an imaging examination. Hepatic PEComas tended to occur in the right lobe of the liver (20 cases in the right lobe, 13 in the left lobe and 2 in the caudate lobe). Two cases were characterized by multiple tumours, and the remaining cases were single lesions (range, 1.2-12 cm). Only 8 cases were correctly diagnosed by the preoperative imaging examination, and the correct diagnosis rate was only 22.9%. The postoperative immunohistochemistry analysis showed that hepatic PEComas are positive for human melanoma black 45 (HMB-45), Melan-A and smooth muscle actin (SMA), with the exception of 1 case that was negative for Melan-A. All patients undergoing an operation accepted regular follow-up, and the average time was 66.5 months (range, 3-132 months). Two patients who experienced tumour recurrence and 1 patient who died due to cardiovascular disease, but the remaining patients showed no evidence of tumour recurrence or metastasis during the follow-up period.Conclusions Hepatic PEComa is a rare type of tumour that mainly occurs in young and middle-aged women. The lack of clinical manifestations and imaging findings increases the difficulty of determining a preoperative diagnosis, which mainly depends on the pathological examinations. Surgery is currently the only effective treatment, and long-term clinical follow-up is necessary due to the aggressive behaviour and relapse of hepatic PEComa in some cases.

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