Antibiotic-loaded spacer arthroplasty in a terrible triad injury with unreconstructable radial head fracture: a case report
ConclusionIn acute terrible triad injuries with unreconstructable radial head fractures where arthroplasty with metallic prostheses may not be suitable due to contaminated wounds, unstable psychiatric condition, and low patient cooperation, temporary orthopedic cement spacers can maintain elbow biomechanics, stability, and sterility. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 8, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Homozygous missense variant F12 (Gly506Asp) associated with severe factor XII deficiency: a case report
ConclusionF12 (5:176,830,269 G>A; p.Gly506Asp) variant is likely to be a pathogenic variant among homozygous factor XII-deficient patients. Genetic counseling and management of the patients and families should be based on clinical evaluation. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 7, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Confronting urethrorrhagia after Otis urethrotomy: a case report
ConclusionsThis case report highlights the importance of performing prompt endoscopy in case of uncontrolled bleeding after prostate endoscopic surgery. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 7, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Eight-year chronic wound caused by Tarlov ’s cyst: a case report
ConclusionIn children who present with a recalcitrant chronic wound in the forefoot accompanied with a slapping gait pattern and foot hypoesthesia to pain, aggressive imaging examinations such as spine MRI should be arranged for further evaluation, especially in immunocompetent children. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 7, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Elevation of cancer antigen 15-3 owing to oncocytic renal neoplasm in a patient without evidence of breast cancer recurrence on follow-up: a case report
ConclusionsElevation of cancer antigen 15-3 owing to causes other than breast cancer recurrence can be a potential diagnostic pitfall during a patient ’s follow-up. It is important for clinicians to be aware of the limitations of cancer markers and to utilize a combination of diagnostic tests for patient evaluation. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 7, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Chest wall abscess and costochondritis due to Salmonella enterica serotype Choleraesuis: a case report
ConclusionWe report a rare case of chest wall abscess with associated costochondritis due toS. enterica serotype Choleraesuis in a patient with no evidence of immunodeficiency nor history of bacteremia. Extraintestinal infections due toSalmonella without documented bacteremia have been previously reported in the literature. History of local trauma to the affected area might contribute to the seeding of infection. Diagnosis is often accomplished by clinical evaluation and culture of the affected area. Treatment often involves targeted antibiotic therapy but may require surgical intervention to achieve source control and cur...
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 6, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Giant non-parasitic splenic cyst: a case report
ConclusionsDetecting rare simple spleen cysts requires early ultrasonography (US) and careful reassessment of diagnoses for non-responsive or worsening symptoms. Distinguishing them from splenic hydatidosis, especially in endemic areas, demands thorough paraclinical evaluations and patient history regarding potential parasitic exposure. While total splenectomy is the primary treatment for these huge cysts, the optimal surgical approach should be tailored case by case. These insights emphasize a comprehensive diagnostic approach to enhance accuracy and optimize patient care for these uncommon cysts. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 5, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-associated brain abscesses caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Aspergillus fumigatus: two case and a review of the literature
ConclusionThe immune dysregulation induced by coronavirus disease 2019 and its ’ treatments can predispose patients, especially immunosuppressed ones, to bacterial and fungal infections with unusual and opportunistic pathogens in the central nervous system.Pseudomonas aeruginosa andAspergillus fumigatus should be considered as potential causes of brain infection in any coronavirus disease 2019 patient presenting with neurological symptoms and evidence of brain abscess in imaging, regardless of sinonasal involvement. These patients should get started on appropriate antimicrobial therapy as soon as possible, as any delay i...
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 4, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Disease aggravation following surgery in a rare patient suspected to Fibrodysplasia (Myositis) ossificans progressiva: a case report
ConclusionsAlthough, based on our investigation and the available scientific evidence, surgery may a cause for faster progression and worsening of the FOP disorder, but its proof requires further studies. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 4, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Situs inversus with levocardia in a 15-year-old male adolescent: a case report
ConclusionIsolated levocardia is a rare form of situs inversus in which the heart is in the traditional levo position while the abdominal organs are in the dextro position. What causes situs inversus with levocardia is unknown. Despite the fact that situs inversus can be diagnosed after a thorough physical examination, medical imaging has allowed us to confirm the findings as well as understand more about diseases. Due to the severity of an underlying heart defect, situs inversus with levocardia has a dismal prognosis. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 3, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
“Y” anastomosis, a solution in doubtful venous anastomosis: a case report and review of the literature
ConclusionIn this case, it was decided not to open the first anastomosis but to add the second end to the side one to provide two vascular supports for the venous anastomosis. Y anastomosis makes the surgery easier and decreases complications resulting from vascular size mismatch. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 2, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Superior vena cava syndrome induced by lung hyperinflation in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a case report
ConclusionThis case represents the first reported instance of superior vena cava syndrome associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, characterized by lung hyperinflation, in the absence of a giant bulla. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 1, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Typical trident sign and cardiac involvement in a patient suspected to Sarcoidosis despite negative whole-body FDG-PET: a case report
ConclusionsSometimes characteristic findings such as the trident sign prompt the physician to high suspicion and wide evaluation of the patient to reveal important organ involvement that changes the treatment decision and saves the patient. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - November 30, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Rib pseudoarthrosis with thoracic outlet syndrome in pediatric gymnast: a case report
ConclusionsSince each of these diagnoses are rare, especially in the pediatric population, we aim to educate the medical community on the prompt diagnosis and treatment of these conditions. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - November 30, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Chronic myeloid leukemia with sleep-related painful erections as a first symptom: a case report
ConclusionWe considered that the occurrence of sleep-related painful erections was related to chronic myeloid leukemia and the case might be secondary sleep-related painful erections. (Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports)
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - November 30, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
