Splenogonadal fusion: a case report
ConclusionAlthough uncommon, splenogonadal fusion can be included in the differential diagnosis of a testicular swelling. Accurate diagnosis allows for appropriate treatment planning which helps to avoid unnecessary radical orchiectomy, which can have a significant impact on the patient ’s reproductive and psychological wellbeing. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 15, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Bladder capacity in an elimination communication infant: a case report
ConclusionThis infant ’s first morning void was found to be most consistent with Kaefer's formula. Further research is required to determine if formulas based on fill volume in nonanesthetized infants provide the more accurate benchmark bladder capacity in infants. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 14, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Spontaneous spinal epidural hematoma leading to acute paraplegia: a case report
ConclusionThis case emphasizes the severity and life-altering consequences of spontaneous spinal epidural hematomas. Despite various proposed causative factors, a definitive consensus remains elusive in current literature. Consequently, maintaining a low threshold of suspicion for patients with similar presentations is crucial. The findings underscore the urgent need for swift evaluation and surgical intervention in cases of acute paraplegia. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 14, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Primary cystic echinococcosis of the peritoneum: a case report
ConclusionTrough our case, we try to focus on the diagnosis and therapeutic options of this rare entity that we should think of in front of a patient with isolated peritoneal cyst especially in endemic country. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 14, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Simultaneous surgical management of renal cancer with atrial thrombotic extension and severe chronic coronary artery disease: a case report
ConclusionsRadical nephrectomy and thrombectomy with reconstruction of the inferior vena cava combined with coronary artery bypass graft can be performed safely and effectively in selected patients with renal cell carcinoma and significant coronary artery disease. Multidisciplinary teamwork and careful patient selection are essential for optimal outcomes. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 13, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Laparoscopic retroperitoneal heminephrectomy for renal cell carcinoma in horseshoe kidney: a case report and review of the literature
ConclusionsRetroperitoneal laparoscopic heminephrectomy is a safe and feasible technique for patients with renal cell carcinoma in a horseshoe kidney and may be particularly useful in low income settings without access to robotic technology. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 13, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Plasmodium ovale infection in Sri Lanka: distant exposure and incidental detection of hyperparasitemia: a case report
ConclusionA long incubation period, incidental detection ofP ovale in a blood smear, and hyperparasitaemia are the atypical presentations of this case. Postoperative bacterial infection and stress may have reactivated the dormant malaria (hyponozoites) in this patient with an unusual picture. Coinfection of malaria with bacterial sepsis is a challenge in the management of the patient. As the Anopheles mosquito vector exists in Sri Lanka, the risk of indigenous transmission is high from such imported cases ofP. ovale. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 12, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Castleman disease of plasma cell type accompanied with bronchiolitis obliterans: a case report and review of the literature
ConclusionCastleman disease is a rare lymphoproliferative disorder with a variety of symptoms. At present, the treatment of Castleman disease accompanied with bronchiolitis obliterans is mostly based on experiences or previous case reports, and there is no standard treatment. Here, we report an uncommon case of Castleman disease accompanied with bronchiolitis obliterans in which the patient received immunosuppressive medication after surgery and has been followed up for 11 months without experiencing a recurrence, which may deepen and extend our understanding of this disease. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 12, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
t(1;4) translocation in a child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia: a case report
ConclusionTranslocation (1;4)(p21;p15) is a relatively rare chromosomal abnormality found in human leukemia and was never described isolated in pediatric B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia patients. It showed a good evolution by complete remission and recovery of this patient after receiving all chemotherapy and after 8 years of follow-up. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 12, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Single-stage bilateral conversion arthroplasty for hip fusion via direct anterior approach in a patient with severe ankylosing spondylitis and kyphoscoliosis: a case report
ConclusionPrimary correction of spinal deformities allows for extended surgical procedures under general anesthesia. Single stage bilateral hip conversion arthroplasty via the direct anterior approach enhances postoperative mobilization, reduce the risk of re-ankylosis, and improve the overall quality of life for AS patients with this unique presentation. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 11, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Intrapulmonary schwannoma presenting as an asymptomatic lung mass: a case report
ConclusionThis report underscores the predominantly asymptomatic nature of schwannomas and reemphasizes the efficacy of surgical resection as a safe and curative procedure for a tumor of this nature. Albeit very rare, intrapulmonary schwannomas can be considered a differential diagnosis when encountering solitary asymptomatic pulmonary nodules or masses. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 11, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Successful full-term pregnancy after preterm event in a liver transplant patient: a case report
ConclusionLiver transplant recipients who desire to become pregnant require careful planning and management to ensure optimal outcomes for both the mother and the fetus. A personalized strategy is necessary to balance the potential benefits of childbirth with the risks involved in pregnancy after liver transplantation. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 10, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Extramedullary hematopoiesis in ribs and severe pulmonary hypertension disease following intermediate beta-thalassemia: a case report
ConclusionExtramedullary hematopoiesis in the ribs is an uncommon finding in patients with thalassemia and is a sign of the severity of the disease and a poor prognostic factor that might be preventable if blood transfusion begins at younger ages. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 9, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Pneumothorax with liposuction, awareness of rare complication: a case report
ConclusionPneumothorax have possibility to happen with liposuction, awareness of possible risk factors should detect by plastic surgeon, to manage earlier as soon as possible. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 9, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
High-grade HER2-positive mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the breast: a case report and review of the literature
ConclusionsMucoepidermoid carcinoma of the breast is a very rare entity. Despite being most frequently triple negative, the standard evaluation of receptor status is mandatory, as well as strict application of World Health Organization diagnostic criteria for correct patient management. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 8, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
