scholarly journals Missing Screw as a Rare Complication of Anterior Cervical Instrumentation

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yusuf Kurtuluş Duransoy ◽  
Mesut Mete ◽  
Baha Zengel ◽  
Mehmet Selçukı
Keyword(s):  
Gastrointestinal Tract ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Male Patient ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Effective Procedure ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Locking Screw ◽  
Fatal Complications

Although anterior cervical arthrodesis is an effective procedure for the treatment of cervical disorders, the method has some complications. Here, we describe this rare complication of cervical instrumentation with a literature review. A 23-year-old male patient was operated for a C6-C7 dislocation. At postoperative month 10, he presented with hemoptysis and dysphagia. Cervical roentgenograms showed anterior migrations of one broken screw and a plate-locking screw at the C6 corpus. One screw was missing. We concluded that the missing screw had perforated the esophagus and had been eliminated spontaneously through the gastrointestinal tract. No screw should migrate. Even loose screws should be noted in follow-up X-ray studies. If such findings are detected, a second operation for revision should be considered as soon as possible to prevent potentially fatal complications.

scholarly journals Extra-thoracal migration of the Nuss Bar in corrective surgery for pectus excavatum: a very rare late complication

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Natalie Simon ◽  
Shyam Kolvekar ◽  
Amir Khosravi
Keyword(s):  
Pectus Excavatum ◽  
Surgical Intervention ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Late Complication ◽  
Nuss Procedure ◽  
Corrective Surgery ◽  
Chest Wall Deformity ◽  
X Ray ◽  
First Case

Abstract Pectus excavatum is a chest wall deformity with an incidence of around 1 in 400 live births. The Nuss procedure is a surgical intervention that aims to restore functional integrity in these patients. We report the first case of bar migration into the stomach necessitating further surgical intervention for removal. Our case presents a rare complication of pectus excavatum repair and highlights the importance of vigilant follow-up in these patients. If bar migration does occur, imaging in the form of X-ray and CT scans may be of use in early detection in order to expedite management.

scholarly journals Pulmonary Hyalinising Granuloma: A report of two cases

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 157
Author(s):  
Ameen Kamona ◽  
Fatma Al Lawati ◽  
Atheel Kamona ◽  
Nasser Al Busaidi ◽  
Yaqoob Al Mahrooqi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Male Patient ◽  
Pulmonary Nodules ◽  
Definitive Treatment ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Multiple Pulmonary Nodules ◽  
First Case ◽  
Lung Condition ◽  
Chest X Ray ◽  
X Ray Computed

ABSTRACT: Pulmonary hyalinising granuloma (PHG) is a rare fibrosclerosing inflammatory lung condition of unknown aetiology. It is characterised by solitary or multiple pulmonary nodules that are usually found incidentally while imaging the chest for other reasons. We report two cases of histologically proven PHG diagnosed at the Royal Hospital, Muscat, Oman. The first case was a 71-year-old male patient who presented in 2010 with a dry cough, weight loss and bilateral pulmonary nodules. The second case was a 58-year-old male patient who presented in 2012 and was found to have incidental bilateral pulmonary nodules on chest X-ray. Both patients were started on prednisolone and on follow-up the PHG nodules remained stable. Although there is no definitive treatment, PHG generally has an excellent prognosis.Keywords: Granuloma; X-Ray Computed Tomography; Multiple Pulmonary Nodules; Lung; Case Report; Oman.

scholarly journals An Ambiguous Entity-A Case Report

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 01-06
Author(s):  
Rinisha Sinha
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Bone Regeneration ◽  
Male Patient ◽  
Panoramic Radiograph ◽  
Guided Bone Regeneration ◽  
Radiographic Findings ◽  
Management Method

Purpose: This report discusses the literature review in comparison with the current case’s findings in detail as well as the indications for guided bone regeneration to be done in the same patient after a follow-up of 6 months. We reported this case due to its uniqueness in terms of the etiology, clinical and radiographic findings, and management. Method: We account a case of 24-year-old male patient who reported significant swelling in the upper right region of the mouth that slowly increased to the present size. On evaluating the panoramic radiograph, there was well-defined radiolucency seen. Result: Complete enucleation of the cyst along with the extraction of the involved teeth was done and the healing was satisfactory.

scholarly journals MODERN OPPORTUNITIES OF USING TRANSCATHETER ARTERIAL EMBOLIZATION IN BLEEDING FROM THE ABDOMINAL ORGANS OF NON-TRAUMATIC GENESIS (LITERATURE REVIEW)

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 54-62
Author(s):  
A. N. Sekeev ◽  
V. G. Verbitsky ◽  
G. I. Sinenchenko ◽  
S. А. Alentyev ◽  
А. Е. Demko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Acute Pancreatitis ◽  
Gastrointestinal Tract ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Transcatheter Arterial Embolization ◽  
Arterial Embolization ◽  
Ulcer Bleeding ◽  
Present Stage ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Abdominal Organs ◽  
Surgical Methods

At the present stage treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding, x-ray surgical methods play an important role. This review examines the features of the use of transcatheter arterial embolization in the most relevant nosological forms: ulcer bleeding, bleeding in chronic and acute pancreatitis, and in decaying tumors of the gastrointestinal tract.

scholarly journals Delayed Diagnosis and Treatment of Traumatic Testicular Dislocation: A Case Report and Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qihua Wang ◽  
Rami W. A. Alshayyah ◽  
Hang Lv ◽  
Yang Yu ◽  
Xinyu Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Delayed Diagnosis ◽  
Testicular Atrophy ◽  
Urethral Reconstruction ◽  
The Right ◽  
Urethral Rupture ◽  
Testicular Dislocation

Traumatic testicular dislocation is a rare complication secondary to different kinds of accidents. A 61-year-old man, who was injured by wall collapse and was diagnosed as pelvic fracture and posterior urethral rupture 5 months ago, came to the urologic department to seek urethral reconstruction. However, thorough physical examination and imaging examination confirmed a round mass in the right inguinal region and an empty right scrotum, which support diagnosis of testicular dislocation. The patient did not take the initiative to complain about that because he thought the right testis had been destroyed by the accident already. So the patient underwent fiber cystourethroscopy, urethral reconstruction, and orchiopexy. No testicular atrophy was confirmed at follow-up. We reviewed previous reports about traumatic testicular dislocation and analyzed the cause of delayed diagnosis.

Monoclonal antibody extravasations: Two case reports and literature review

2020 ◽  
pp. 107815522095000
Author(s):  
Alicia Rodríguez-Alarcón ◽  
David Conde-Estévez
Keyword(s):  
Monoclonal Antibody ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Specific Treatment ◽  
Intravenous Chemotherapy ◽  
Chemotherapy Administration ◽  
First Case

Introduction Extravasation is a rare complication from intravenous chemotherapy administration. Literature about monoclonal antibody (MoAb) extravasations is scarce and also conflicting in how they are classified. Case report We reported two different cases of MoAb extravasations with cetuximab and nivolumab outcome respectively. The administration site appeared inflamed and patients did not report disturbances. Management and outcome: Both extravasations did not require specific treatment. General unspecific measures suffice to properly manage these extravasations and no sequels were observed after long follow-up. Both patients received all further courses of MoAb without any adverse events. Discussion To our knowledge, we reported the first case-report of nivolumab extravasation in the literature. In addition, the cetuximab extravasation management and outcome was in accordance with previously published reports. Both MoAb may be considered as non-aggressive or neutral. We reviewed published information about MoAb extravasations. In conclusion, not all MoAb should be classified in the same category when extravasated and special precautions are warranted with conjugated MoAb and bevacizumab.

scholarly journals Lumbar vertebral osteoradionecrosis: a rare case report with 10-year follow-up and brief literature review

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cong Jin ◽  
Minghua Xie ◽  
Wengqing Liang ◽  
Yu Qian
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Oxygen Therapy ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Rare Case Report ◽  
New Treatment ◽  
Slow Onset

Abstract Background Osteoradionecrosis (ORN) is a complication that occurs after radiotherapy for head or neck malignancies. ORN of the spine is rare, with only few cases affecting the cervical spine reported to date. To our knowledge, no case of lumbar ORN has been reported. We report a rare case of ORN in the lumbar spine that occurred 2 years after radiotherapy and perform a literature review. Case presentation We present a case of lumbar ORN that occurred 2 years after radiotherapy for gallbladder carcinoma. The patient was successfully treated conservatively and followed up for > 10 years. Conclusions ORN of the spine is a rare complication of radiotherapy. Spinal ORN is clinically described as a chronic disease with a slow onset. The most common presenting symptom of spinal ORN is pain. However, as ORN progresses, spinal kyphosis and instability can lead to neurological compression and thus to induced myelopathy or radiculopathy. Treatment of spinal ORN is comprehensive, including orthosis, medication, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, surgery, and new treatment combinations of pentoxifylline and tocopherol. The surgical rate for spinal ORN is relatively high.

scholarly journals Small bowel intussusception in adults

2014 ◽  
Vol 96 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
J Potts ◽  
A Al Samaraee ◽  
A El-Hakeem
Keyword(s):  
Gastrointestinal Tract ◽  
Small Bowel ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Male Patient ◽  
Bowel Obstruction ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Distal Segment ◽  
Rare Form ◽  
Small Bowel Intussusception ◽  
Adult Male Patient

Intussusception is the telescoping of a proximal segment of the gastrointestinal tract into an adjacent distal segment. This rare form of bowel obstruction occurs infrequently in adults. We report a case of small bowel intussusception in an adult male patient. We have also performed a literature review of this rare condition.

scholarly journals Foreign body ingestion - glass in colon and rectum - a case report and literature review

2017 ◽  
Vol 70 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 170-172
Author(s):  
Samir Delibegovic ◽  
Edvin Mulalic ◽  
Sejo Buturovic
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Gastrointestinal Tract ◽  
Foreign Body ◽  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Ascending Colon ◽  
Accidental Ingestion ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Intentional Ingestion ◽  
Colon And Rectum

Introduction. Ingestion of foreign body is one of the most complex and serious emergency conditions to diagnose. Accidental ingestion is more frequent in children than in adults, whereas intentional ingestion is usually found in cases of mental disorders, prisoners, attempted suicides, and in persons with intellectual disabilities. Case report. Glass ingestion is very rare and it is very difficult to predict the consequences of its passing through the gastrointestinal tract. We report a case of accidental swallowing of a large quantity of glass pieces in the ascending colon and rectum diagnosed by abdominal X-ray. The patient did not have any signs of perforation. An expectant attitude was taken, and the elimination occurred naturally.

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