scholarly journals Ureteroarterial Fistula from Ureteral Stump: A Challenging Case

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
Pietro Pozzilli ◽  
Massimo Lenti ◽  
Stefano Mosca ◽  
Elisabetta Nunzi ◽  
Luigi Mearini
Keyword(s):  
Rare Condition ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Endovascular Stent ◽  
Difficult Diagnosis ◽  
Ureteroarterial Fistula ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Endovascular Stent Placement ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis ◽  
Ureteral Occlusion

Ureteroarterial fistula (UAF) is a relatively rare condition with about 150 cases reported in the literature. Since it is a potentially life-threatening condition, a prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial. We present here a rare, challenging case of UAF diagnosed after left nephrectomy, thus involving the ureteral stump. The difficult diagnosis and treatment by contemporary use of endovascular stent placement and ureteral occlusion by mean of metallic coils and Onyx injection are discussed.

scholarly journals Uterine Arteriovenous Malformation—A Rare Cause of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

2016 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-53
Author(s):  
Shamsun Nahar Begum ◽  
Shroddha Nivedita Paul ◽  
Fonindra Nath Paul ◽  
Muna Shalima Jahan ◽  
Parul Akhter
Keyword(s):  
Arteriovenous Malformation ◽  
Vaginal Bleeding ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding ◽  
Artery Ligation ◽  
Hemorrhagic Event ◽  
Uterine Arteriovenous Malformation ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis

Uterine arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a rare condition with fewer than 100 cases reported in the literature1. Despite being rare, it is a life threatening condition. In most cases, it is diagnosed during a severe and acute hemorrhagic event. It has a diverse symptomatology. Clinical presentation varies from no symptom to various degree of menorrhagia with massive life threatening vaginal bleeding. Clinical suspicion is essential for a prompt diagnosis and treatment. This case report describes a 24year old woman who presented with recurrent episodes of severe vaginal bleeding for the last 3 years. Initial episode was after a curettege for incomplete abortion 3years back. Trans-abdominal and transvaginal Doppler ultrasound of the pelvis showed presence of numerous tortuous and engorged vessels throughout the myometrium and both adnexal regions. Bilateral uterine and ovarian artery ligation was performed with significant improvement of patient’s symptom.Bangladesh J Ob et Gynaecol, 2014; Vol. 29(1) : 49-53

scholarly journals Ureteroarterial Fistula: A Diagnosis Which Is Not Always Black and White

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
A. Haffar ◽  
T. Trump ◽  
A. A. Elbakry ◽  
K. McCluskey ◽  
M. W. Salkini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multidisciplinary Team ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Imaging Modalities ◽  
Gross Hematuria ◽  
Advanced Imaging ◽  
Black And White ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis

Ureteroiliac artery fistulas are a rare, life-threatening condition that requires a high index of suspicion for prompt diagnosis. Presurgical diagnosis is challenging as this condition can lie hidden despite advanced imaging modalities. We present two cases of patients presenting with gross hematuria and exsanguination in the setting of a ureteroiliac artery fistula. These cases highlight the difficulties in timely diagnosis and treatment in a multidisciplinary team.

Intraorbital Abscess: A Rare Cause of Orbit Compression

FACE ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 273250162110050
Author(s):  
Samuel Ruiz ◽  
Rizal Lim
Keyword(s):  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Disease Process ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
External Drainage ◽  
Direct Extension ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
History Of ◽  
High Index Of Suspicion ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis

Introduction: Intraorbital abscess is a rare complication of rhinosinusitis that affects most commonly the pediatric population. It is thought to be caused by direct extension or venous spread of infections from contiguous sites and can lead to life-threatening complications, like permanent visual loss and cerebral abscesses. Objectives: Intraorbital abscess is a rare condition that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to avoid serious complications. Our objectives are to provide an overview of this rare disease process and its management including our successful treatment experience. Case Description: We present a 2 case report of a 13-year-old pediatric male and a 66-year-old male with history of chronic sinusitis who presented with a right intraorbital abscess successfully treated with external drainage with decompression of the orbit. Conclusion: When intraorbital abscess is encountered, a high index of suspicion is needed to allow prompt and accurate diagnosis for this infrequent condition. Timely surgical drainage of the abscess is needed to prevent the development of fatal complications.

Intraventricular Tension Pneumocephalus as a Complication of Paranasal Sinus Surgery

Neurosurgery ◽  
1981 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 574-576 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dudley H. Davis ◽  
Edward R. Laws ◽  
Thomas J. McDonald ◽  
John R. Salassa ◽  
Lawrence H. Phillips
Keyword(s):  
Intracranial Pressure ◽  
Paranasal Sinus ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Sinus Surgery ◽  
Tension Pneumocephalus ◽  
Paranasal Sinus Surgery ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis

Abstract A case of intraventricular tension pneumocephalus occurring as a complication of paranasal sinus surgery is presented. The pathophysiology of tension pneumocephalus is discussed and emphasis is placed on the potentially life-threatening increase in intracranial pressure that occurs. Tension pneumocephalus requires prompt diagnosis and treatment.

scholarly journals Swallow-induced syncope in 5 patients

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 316-323 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ibrahim Aydogdu ◽  
Can Hasdemir ◽  
Ahmet Acarer ◽  
Sezin Alpaydin ◽  
Cumhur Ertekin
Keyword(s):  
Standing Position ◽  
Permanent Pacemaker ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Afferent Pathways ◽  
Electrocardiographic Monitoring ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Pacemaker Placement ◽  
Life Threatening

AbstractBackground:We sought to characterize a cohort of participants with swallow-induced syncope (SIS) with clinical and electrophysiologic evaluations.Methods:Using electrocardiographic monitoring and neurophysiologic methods of swallowing, we evaluated a cohort of 5 patients with SIS, 4 of whom had longitudinal follow-up.Results:We determined electrophysiologically that the duration between the onset of swallow and a bradyarrhythmia or asystole is extremely short (2–3 seconds) in SIS. Most participants with SIS do not have a neurologic or esophageal disorder. SIS can occur with different food types, in sitting or standing position, and has varying frequency in different participants. Permanent pacemaker placement is a curative measure in SIS.Conclusions:Our findings suggest that SIS is elicited by reflex afferent pathways originating in the oropharynx, rather than an esophageal origin, as previously proposed. Our longitudinally followed cohort with detailed clinical and electrophysiologic characterization should aid the clinician in the diagnosis and treatment of this potentially life-threatening condition.

Laparoscopic Splenectomy for Atraumatic Splenic Rupture

2011 ◽  
Vol 96 (1) ◽  
pp. 87-89 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ugo Grossi ◽  
Antonio Crucitti ◽  
Gerardo D'Amato ◽  
Andrea Mazzari ◽  
Pasquina M. C. Tomaiuolo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Splenectomy ◽  
Splenic Rupture ◽  
Clinical Entity ◽  
Rare Clinical Entity ◽  
Life Saving ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Atraumatic Splenic Rupture ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis

Abstract Atraumatic splenic rupture (ASR) is a rare clinical entity. Several underlying benign and malignant conditions have been described as a leading cause. We report on a case of ASR in a 41-year-old man treated with laparoscopic splenectomy. Considering ASR as a life-threatening condition, a prompt diagnosis can be life saving.

scholarly journals Rudimentary Horn Pregnancy Misleading Abdominal Missed Abortion

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 74-76 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sankar Prosad Biswas ◽  
Bishwajit Das ◽  
Shahanaj Akter
Keyword(s):  
Rare Condition ◽  
Transvaginal Ultrasonography ◽  
Abdominal Pregnancy ◽  
Missed Abortion ◽  
Transabdominal Ultrasonography ◽  
Rudimentary Horn ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Life Threatening

Pregnancy in a rudimentary horn is a very rare condition. It is responsible for severe complications and also a life threatening condition as it mostly terminates by rupture of pregnancy. This was a case of non communicating unruptered pregnancy which was misdiagnosed on 1st and 2nd transabdominal ultrasonography, progressing to 22weeks gestation and ends in a missed abortion. A transvaginal ultrasonography revealed it as an abdominal pregnancy and on laparotomy confirmed diagnosis was non communicating rudimentary horn pregnancy. Pregnancy sac with foetus was removed intact and patient. recovered without any complications. Gravid rudimentary horn may be misdiagnosed as abdominal pregnancy and are of interest in management.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/jom.v15i1.19879 J Medicine 2014; 15: 74-76

scholarly journals A Case of Unilateral Coccidioidal Chorioretinitis in a Patient with HIV-Associated Meningoencephalitis

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher B. Toomey ◽  
Andrew Gross ◽  
Jeffrey Lee ◽  
Doran B. Spencer
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Vision Loss ◽  
Complement Fixation ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
History Of ◽  
Blurry Vision ◽  
Systemic Symptoms ◽  
The Right

Intraocular coccidioidomycosis is a rare condition, with the most commonly reported presentation being an idiopathic iritis in patients who live in or have traveled thorough endemic areas. A paucity of reports exists describing the chorioretinal manifestations of coccidioidomycosis. Here we report a case of unilateral coccidioidal chorioretinitis and meningoencephalitis in an AIDS patient that led to near complete unilateral loss of vision. A 48-year-old Hispanic female with poorly controlled HIV/AIDS in southern California presented with a three-week history of headache, nausea, vomiting, right eye blurry vision, and a one-day history of subjective fever. Examination of the right eye revealed vitritis and several large chorioretinal lesions scattered throughout the periphery and macula with optic disc pallor. Serum coccidioidomycoses complement fixation (CF) was positive (titers of 1 : 256). Neuroimaging revealed a new area of enhancement in the left anterior frontal lobe consistent with meningoencephalitis. The patient was treated with intravenous fluconazole and intravitreal voriconazole with resolution of systemic symptoms and vitritis but persistence of unilateral, severe chorioretinal scarring and vision loss. In conclusion, in spite of the rarity of intraocular coccidioidomycosis, one must carry a degree of suspicion for this vision- and life-threatening condition as a potential etiology of chorioretinitis in individuals with pertinent risk factors.

scholarly journals Isolated rupture of the superficial vein of the penis

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 371
Author(s):  
Alper Eken ◽  
Meltem Acil ◽  
Taner Arpaci
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Male Genitalia ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
The Other ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Superficial Vein ◽  
Dorsal Vein ◽  
Prompt Diagnosis ◽  
Erect Penis

Penile emergencies are rare but when they do occur, prompt diagnosis and treatment are warranted. Emergent conditions of the male genitalia are mainly traumatic, vascular or infectious. Penile emergencies are usually caused by trauma to the penis, during sexual intercourse or manipulation of an erect penis during masturbation. One of the traumatic vascular penile emergencies is superficial penile dorsal vein rupture. This is a rare condition, with just a few reported cases. It is usually taken into differential diagnosis with the other acute penile injuries that present, such as acute penile edema or ecchymosis. We report a case of 59-year-old male with a superficial penile dorsal vein rupture which occurred during manipulation of the erect penis.

scholarly journals Acute abdomen due to an infarction of wandering spleen: case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ragheb Assaf ◽  
Baraa Shebli ◽  
Ayham Alzahran ◽  
Ahmad Rami Rahmeh ◽  
Ali Mansour ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
Chronic Pain ◽  
Acute Abdomen ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Wandering Spleen ◽  
Ectopic Spleen ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Displaced Spleen

Abstract Wandering spleen is a rare condition characterized by the absence or underdevelopment of one or all spleen ligaments that fixate the spleen in the left upper quadrant. Many different terms refer to wandering spleen like dislocated spleen, ectopic spleen and displaced spleen. We report in this case a 13-year-old Syrian girl presented to the emergency department complaining of acute generalized abdominal pain with fever, anorexia and vomiting started 2 days prior to presentation. A splenectomy was performed, with uneventful postsurgical follow-up. Wandering spleen is prone to torsion and infarction resulting in acute abdomen and a life-threatening condition with high mortality rate reaching 50%. We advise the investigation of any recurrent episodes of chronic pain keeping up within mind this diagnosis.

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