An uncommon cause of sub ‐acute intestinal obstruction in young adult: Wilkie's syndrome
Summary diagram of anatomical structures involved in Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome. Left: Healthy patient with regular aorto-mesenteric angle and distance. Right: apatient with duodenal compression due to SMA syndrome. AbstractSuperior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome, also known as Wilkie's syndrome, is a rare disease presenting as an acute abdomen. It has a clinical presentation similar to intestinal obstruction and is often missed during diagnosis. Reduced weight leading to loss of fat pad between SMA and aorta is the main pathophysiology. Diagnosis is made through barium meal and CT scan. Conservative manag...
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 27, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Kala Shrestha,
Niranjan Thapa,
Sunil Basukala,
Manisha Acharya,
Bibek Lama Bhulan,
Kaushal Kumar Singh,
Oshan Shrestha,
Kabita Chaudhary,
Milan Kumar Neupane Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
A chronic myeloid leukemia present with an unusual relapse in central nervous system: A case report
Blast cell in CSF examination. Key Clinical MessageExtramedullary involvement of the central nervous system (CNS) in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) is an uncommon relapse. In this case, we present a unique instance of a 43-year-old male diagnosed with CML experiencing a CNS blast crisis. (Source: Clinical Case Reports)
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 27, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Mais Musleh,
Qossay Alhussien Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Systemic lupus erythematosus associated with erythema multiforme: A rare case report of Rowell's syndrome
Key Clinical MessageAlthough it is very uncommon, SLE may initially present with recurrent episodes of EM-like rash. Despite the various possibilities underlying their association, prompt identification, and treatment of SLE in patients presenting with EM is important to prevent death or serious organ damage.AbstractRowell's syndrome (RS) is an uncommon presentation of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with erythema multiforme (EM)-like lesions associated with specific serological changes, including positive rheumatoid factor (RF), speckled antinuclear antibody (ANA), positive rheumatoid factor, or anti-La antibodies in t...
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 27, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Madhur Bhattarai,
Niraj Kumar Sharma,
Shreeram Paudel,
Sujata Bhandari,
Amrit Bhusal,
Kiran Dhonju,
Sandip Kuikel,
Shivendra Kumar Jha,
Egesh Aryal,
Deepak Subedi Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Dermoscopic image of the hairs in a very early lesion of tinea capitis caused by Trichophyton rubrum
Key Clinical MessageWhile the initial lesions of tinea capitis are often overlooked due to their small size and numerous hairs emerging from the follicle, it is crucial not to dismiss the partial presence of comma or harpin hairs and black spots. (Source: Clinical Case Reports)
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 27, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Makoto Kondo,
Takehisa Nakanishi,
Koji Habe,
Keiichi Yamanaka Tags: CASE IMAGE Source Type: research
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Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 27, 2024 Category: General Medicine Tags: ISSUE INFORMATION Source Type: research
Pure mucinous adenocarcinoma of the breast with the rare lymphoplasmacytic infiltration: A case report with review of literature
We present the case of a 55-year-old female with a 15-year history of a painless, gradually enlarging palpable lump on her left breast. Upon examination, a 5 × 5 cm lump with well-defined margins and a hard consistency was found in the lower outer quadrant of the left breast. Histopathological examination confirmed a diagnosis of Mucinous Adenocarcinoma of the Left Breast. The patient underwent modified radical mastectomy and received adjuvant endo crine therapy with tamoxifen due to hormone receptor-positive status. Mucinous carcinoma of the breast is a unique entity with specific histological features including the...
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 27, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Yash Hasmukhbhai Prajapati,
Vishal Bhabhor,
Kahan Samirkumar Mehta,
Mithoon Barot,
Husen Boriwala,
Mohamed Omar Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
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The cover image is based on the Case ReportQuack-induced dermatitis: A case report of two dermatitis artefacta induced by quacks advise by Prajwal Pudasainiet al.,https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.8658 (Source: Clinical Case Reports)
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 26, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Prajwal Pudasaini,
Sadiksha Adhikari,
Kinnor Das,
Suraljit Gorai,
Ruri D. Pamela Tags: COVER IMAGE Source Type: research
Unveiling the intriguing grape ‐like mass: Uterine cervical adenosarcoma
(A) Anterior view of the cervical mass displaying a distinctive cluster-of-grapes-like morphology. (B) Distinct cluster of grapes-like morphology observed in the cervical mass (posterior view). (C) Histological evaluation of the cervical mass revealed a phyllodes-like growth pattern with characteristic subepithelial neoplastic stromal condensation (cambium layer), (Hematoxylin and eosin, magnification ×40). (D) Intraglandular projections and leaf-like (phyllodes-like) architecture, (Hematoxylin and eosin, magnification ×100). Key Clinical MessageAdenosarcoma of the uterine cervix should be considered in the evaluation of...
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 23, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Faten Limaiem,
Nizar Ben Aissia Tags: CASE IMAGE Source Type: research
Pediatric non ‐Hodgkin lymphoma as a rare cause of spinal cord injury: When lymphoma hides in the canal
We report on two pediatric patients with NHL who exhibited myelopathy signs as initial presentation. Considering NHL as a differential diagnosis in pediatric patients presenting with spinal cord compression is crucial for optimizing the outcome of these patients. (Source: Clinical Case Reports)
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 23, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Daniele Zama,
Egidio Candela,
Gennaro Pagano,
Francesco Venturelli,
Fraia Melchionda,
Francesco Toni,
Mino Zucchelli,
Andrea Pession Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Interdisciplinary full mouth rehabilitation of a patient with amelogenesis imperfecta from childhood to young adult ‐hood: A 12‐year case report
Key Clinical MessageTreatment of patients with amelogenesis imperfecta extends over many years, from childhood to early adulthood. Their management at any age is complex and has to be adapted in relation to therapies validated in the general population. (Source: Clinical Case Reports)
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 22, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Élisa Caussin,
Frédéric Courson,
Elisabeth Dursun,
Yohann Brukarz,
Daniel Dot,
Catherine Chaussain,
Jean‐Pierre Attal,
Philippe François Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Sudden onset of symptoms in concurrent Takayasu arteritis and Ulcerative colitis: A case report with neurological complications
We present a rare case of a 44-year-old female diagnosed with both UC and TAK, characterized by an unusual acute asymptomatic onset accompanied by neurological manifestations. The patient exhibited symptoms of acute ischemic stroke along with vascular abnormalities, as well as colon inflammation associated with UC. The patient's asymptomatic presentation at the onset differs from previously reported cases. The presence of additional complications, such as hepatocellular adenoma and primary sclerosing cholangitis, further complicated the diagnostic challenges. The patient's treatment involved a combination of methylpredniso...
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 22, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Amirreza Khalaji,
Taha Mahdian,
Amir Taher Eftekharsadat,
Mehdi Jafarpour Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Pregnancy ‐associated osteoporosis following in vitro fertilization: A case report
Key Clinical MessageThis case report illustrates that in vitro fertilization (IVF) may be a potential risk factor for pregnancy-associated osteoporosis (PAO), highlighting the need for awareness and monitoring of bone health in women undergoing IVF treatments. PAO is a rare disease resulting from an imbalance of calcium in the body during pregnancy and lactation and presenting with fragility fractures. PAO occurs in late pregnancy or early postpartum period. A 28-year-old woman who conceived through IVF experienced severe back pain 2 days after delivery. Magnetic resonance imaging of the spine showed wedge-shaped fract...
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 22, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Mehran Rahimi,
Sara Daneshvar,
Alireza Khabbazi Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Asymptomatic paroxysmal ventricular standstill in an elderly male following revascularization of multivessel coronary disease: A case report and literature review
Key Clinical MessageVentricular standstill is a dangerous arrhythmia that requires prompt diagnosis and intervention, especially in patients with structural heart disease. Clinicians should recognize ventricular standstill as a complication of cardiac revascularization and be cognizant of asymptomatic cases necessitating intervention. Early evaluation to facilitate pacemaker implantation portends good outcomes in this patient subgroup. (Source: Clinical Case Reports)
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 22, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Andrew Sagalov,
Shashi Maryala,
Abhishek Kulkarni,
Shruti Hegde,
Mohamed Labedi Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Infected femoral artery pseudoaneurysm ligation and revascularisation: A case report
Key Clinical MessageAlthough ligating femoral pseudoaneurysm is a safe procedure, some cases require revascularization, and the appropriate treatment should be tailored to the patient.AbstractIn this case report, we highlight the challenge in treating infected femoral artery pseudoaneurysm. The patient, a 37-year-old male intravenous drug abuser, presented to the emergency department with a 2-month history of a progressively growing lump over his right groin. Two days before the presentation the swelling became hot and painful. After physical examination, it was revealed that the localized swelling is about 15 × 15...
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 22, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Mohammed Alsagheer Alhewy,
Ehab Abd Elmoneim Ghazala,
Hassan Gado,
Wael Abdo Abdo Abd ‐Elgawad,
Ahmed Atef Khamis Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Urethral meatus edema with peno ‐scrotal edema in a patient with transfusion‐dependent beta‐thalassemia major
Key Clinical MessageUrethral meatus edema is a rare finding and may infer a more severe form of volume overload. Management of patients with thalassemia vary in terms of the severity of the kidney injury due to transfusion, chronicity, and severity of volume overload. (Source: Clinical Case Reports)
Source: Clinical Case Reports - March 22, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Oussama G. Nasrallah,
Jana H. Mahdi,
Bassel G. Bachir Tags: CASE IMAGE Source Type: research
