scholarly journals Juvenile Xanthogranuloma Presenting as Bilateral Non-Infiltrative Extraconal Superior Orbital Tumour in a 27 Year Old Nigerian Woman: Features, Management and Outcome

2012 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. CCRep.S10138 ◽  
Author(s):  
Okosa Michael Chuka ◽  
Anyiam Daniel Chukwuemeka Darlinton
Keyword(s):  
Systemic Disease ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Juvenile Xanthogranuloma ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Nigerian Woman ◽  
Upper Lid ◽  
Systemic Manifestations ◽  
Systemic Symptoms

Introduction Orbital masses in adults are often caused by systemic diseases or are associated with systemic manifestations. Juvenile xanthogranuloma as a cause is rare and unreported in Africa. We present clinical features, management, and outcomes of bilateral orbital adult onset juvenile xanthogranuloma. Case Presentation A 27 year old Nigerian woman presented with bilateral upper-lid lumps having lasted 5 months. These increased in size for about 1 month and stopped. Lid swelling was preceded by itchy eyes, redness of conjunctiva, and occasional mild pain. There were no visual or systemic symptoms. The lumps were firm, slightly mobile, not tender, and not attached to skin but rather to deeper structures. There was restriction on up-gaze but no proptosis or diplopia. Hematological, biochemical, and X-ray investigations were normal. Prednisolone tablets 10 mg daily for two weeks were not useful. Tissue biopsy was invaluable in diagnosis of this rare condition and disclosed juvenile xanthogranuloma. Partial surgical excision was done under lidocaine infiltration. No recurrence has occurred in 40 months of follow-up. No systemic disease has manifested. Conclusion Juvenile xanthogranuloma can present as bilateral superior orbital tumor in adults; functional and cosmetic aims were achieved by sub-total excision.

scholarly journals Osteochondroma of the pubic symphysis causing hematuria: a case report and literature review

BMC Urology ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Li-cheng Song ◽  
Qian Xu ◽  
Hui Li ◽  
Zhi-jun Li ◽  
Ya Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bladder Tumor ◽  
Multidisciplinary Approach ◽  
Bladder Tumour ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Pubic Symphysis ◽  
Careful Analysis ◽  
Bone Neoplasm ◽  
Imaging Data ◽  
Case Presentation

Abstract Background Osteochondroma is the most common benign bone neoplasm and is sometimes referred to as osteocartilaginous exostosis. The symptoms caused by osteochondroma are rare, especially the urogenital complications. Therefore, this tumour is sometimes misdiagnosed. Case presentation This report described a 70-year-old woman with hematuria who was initially misdiagnosed with a bladder tumour in the outpatient department by a urologist. However, during cystoscopy, we found that the mass did not resemble a bladder tumor. Multidisciplinary approach with careful analysis of the imaging data suggested the diagnosis of osteochondroma. Open surgical excision of the mass was done and histology confirmed the diagnosis of benign osteochondroma. After 6 months of follow-up, the patient was still asymptomatic. Conclusions This case illustrates that hematuria is caused by not only urogenital disease but also osteochondroma. We present this case to draw the attention of clinicians to osteochondroma of the pubic symphysis.

scholarly journals Recurrent schwannoma of the tongue in a pediatric patient—report of a rare case with an updated review of literature

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anup Singh ◽  
Vaisakh Kuzhikkali ◽  
Arvind Kumar Kairo
Keyword(s):  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Nerve Sheath Tumors ◽  
Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors ◽  
Nerve Sheath ◽  
Cervical Sympathetic ◽  
Mobile Tongue

Abstract Background Head and neck is a relatively common site of occurrence for the peripheral nerve sheath tumors, and majority of these tumors are seen involving neck, involving vagus nerve, and cervical sympathetic chain. Schwannomas involving mobile tongue are rarely encountered, especially in the pediatric population Case presentation We present a case of recurrent tongue schwannoma in a 13-year-old female successfully managed with transoral excision. At a follow-up of 3 years, no recurrence is observed. Conclusion Surgical excision is the recommended modality of treatment for lingual schwannomas, and when excised adequately, recurrences are not expected. A clear margin of surrounding normal tissue should be aimed for to avoid possible recurrence.

Extramedullary Plasmacytoma of The Frontal Sinus: A Case Report

FACE ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 273250162110536
Author(s):  
Joshua Harrison ◽  
Samantha Marley ◽  
Shawhin Shahriari ◽  
Christian Bowers ◽  
Anil Shetty
Keyword(s):  
Frontal Sinus ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Extramedullary Plasmacytoma ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Solitary Plasmacytoma ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Long Term Follow Up ◽  
History Of

We report a rare case of an extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP) in the frontal sinus with an indolent clinical presentation. Although a history of trauma was absent, the initial diagnosis was a mucocele, based on the radiological findings. Upon surgical excision, the patient was found to have an EMP. EMP, a form of solitary plasmacytoma, has a significantly high rate of conversion to multiple myeloma. This mandates long-term follow-up, even after successful radiotherapy and/or resection. While radiation therapy is generally considered a first line treatment for EMP, surgical intervention may provide optimal treatment in complicated cases. This case presentation highlights the prognosis of patients diagnosed with EMP.

scholarly journals Subungual Glomus Tumor- Clinical Presentation And Treatment

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 45-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shyamal Chandra Debnath ◽  
Suman Kumar Roy ◽  
RR Kairy
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Soft Tissue Tumor ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Glomus Tumor ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Tissue Mass ◽  
Delay In Diagnosis ◽  
Nail Deformity

Glomus tumor is a rare condition and constitutes only 1 % of all soft tissue tumor of body. Glomus tumor is familiar for its unusual presentation and long standing symptoms due to delay in diagnosis. Authors have presented the clinical behavior and treatment of 7 patients with subungual soft tissue mass. Following surgical excision, all patients cured of symptoms, at the end of follow up, no recurrence occurred; post operative nail deformity was insignificant. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bdjps.v3i2.18250 Bangladesh Journal of Plastic Surgery July 2012, 3(2): 45-48

scholarly journals Haemorrhagic suprarenal pseudocysts: a systematic review of a rare condition from family physicians’ perspective during the COVID-19 global pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-25
Author(s):  
Adekunle Olowu ◽  
Adel Abbas Alzehairy
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Primary Care Physicians ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Index Patient ◽  
Management Algorithm ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Surgical Expertise ◽  
Systemic Symptoms ◽  
Specific Symptoms

Adrenal cysts are rare lesions that could be epithelial, endothelial, parasitic or haemorrhagic[1], as well as pseudocysts. Haemorrhagic adrenal cysts are extremely rare and are often asymptomatic, so diagnosis can be really challenging. This can prove really difficult for primary care physicians who are often the frontline clinicians these patients tend to present to. They are usually benign lesions and do not often cause mortality if detected early and prompt surgery is done, as was the case with the patient in our case report[4]. When they do become symptomatic, they can present with different systemic symptoms as documented in literature, including in our case report[2,4]. Diagnosis is usually through Ultrasound and CT Scan and management is largely laparoscopic or open excision depending on the size of the lesion, surgical expertise and local protocol. Most patients make full recovery and mortality is extremely low [3]. The aim of this review is to provide a broader overview of the subject, highlight salient points in several studies relating to haemorrhagic cysts, provide an up to date follow up information on the index patient in our case report and to explore possible areas for future study [4,6]. This review also includes a suggested management algorithm and intends to emphasize the fact that patients who present in primary, urgent or emergency care settings with persistent non-specific symptoms should be investigated for rare diseases.

Vaginal delivery after laparotomic myomectomy during pregnancy

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Garofalo ◽  
Paolo Petruzzelli ◽  
Michela Chiadò Fiorio Tin ◽  
Silvia Parisi ◽  
Giulia Garofalo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Acute Abdomen ◽  
Vaginal Delivery ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Adverse Pregnancy Outcome ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Feasible Option ◽  
Adverse Pregnancy

Abstract Background Symptomatic myomas during pregnancy are a rare condition that could however turn into an emergency because of torsion, necrosis, growth and compression leading to acute abdomen, potentially threating for pregnancy. Surgeons are usually reluctant to perform myomectomy during pregnancy because of an increased uterine blood flow and volume can give rise to a potential risk for haemorrhagic complications, while uterine manipulation can determine adverse pregnancy outcome. However, in some rare cases surgery is compulsory. Case presentation Here, we described a case of a successful laparotomic myomectomy performed during pregnancy at 11 weeks of gestation when an acute abdomen occurred. Surgery was followed by regular obstetrics follow-up ended with a spontaneous vaginal delivery with no pregnancy complications. Conclusion Although few case reports are described in literature, other authors have performed a myomectomy during pregnancy, and fewer cases have had a subsequent vaginal delivery, so that nowadays there is no clinical evidence on which to base best practice. This case shows that vaginal delivery after a laparotomic myomectomy performed during pregnancy, in selected cases, can be considered as a feasible option.

scholarly journals Rare Leiomyoma of the Tunica Dartos: A Case Report with Clinical Relevance for Malignant Transformation and HLRCC

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Robert C. Bell ◽  
Evan T. Austin ◽  
Stacy J. Arnold ◽  
Frank C. Lin ◽  
Jonathan R. Walker ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Malignant Transformation ◽  
Renal Cell ◽  
Cell Cancer ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
The Right ◽  
Cutaneous Leiomyomas

Background. Genital leiomyomas fall under the broader category of cutaneous leiomyomas, which are rare smooth muscle neoplasms accounting for 5% of all leiomyomas. Genital leiomyomas arising from the dartos muscle are exceedingly rare with fewer than 30 cases reported in the literature. They are typically benign and adequately treated with simple surgical excision; however, previously reported cases of malignant transformation and a possible link to the hereditary leiomyomatosis and renal cell cancer (HLRCC) syndrome warrant closer follow-up.Case Presentation. We report a case of a 47-year-old male refugee from Rwanda found to have a mobile, pea-sized, mildly painful scrotal lesion near the left penoscrotal junction and 1.5 cm indeterminate vascular mass in the right kidney. Surgical excision of the scrotal nodule was performed and the diagnosis of a dartoic leiomyoma was rendered. The presence of moderate nuclear atypia, rare mitotic activity, and close surgical margins prompted a wide reexcision. We report the surgical approach, pathologic findings, and clinical follow-up related to this scrotal lesion.Conclusion. Scrotal leiomyomas demonstrate a high rate of recurrence and pose a risk for malignant transformation. They may also indicate an underlying autosomal dominant syndrome associated with increased risk for development of an aggressive form of renal cell carcinoma. When discovered, management should include surgical excision, screening for syndromic features, and routine follow-up.

scholarly journals Acne fulminans in a Vietnamese boy successfully treated with prednisolone and ibuprofen: A case report

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (9) ◽  
pp. 2708-2711
Author(s):  
Quang Van Vu
Keyword(s):  
Delayed Diagnosis ◽  
Severe Infection ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Severe Form ◽  
Rapid Improvement ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Reactive Protein ◽  
Acne Fulminans ◽  
Systemic Manifestations ◽  
First Time

Background: Acne fulminans (AF) is a rare disorder, the most severe form of the entire clinical spectrum of acne. It is characterized by the emergence of painful inflammatory nodules that turn into ulcers, concomitant with systemic manifestations. Here, we report for the first time a Vietnamese boy with Acne fulminans successfully treated with prednisolone and ibuprofen. Case presentation: The patient is a 14-year-old male teenager with moderate acne since the age of 13. After a day of swimming, his acne suddenly became inflamed and painful lesions were present on his face and back. He had high fever and polyarthritis, and tests showed leukocytosis, neutrophilia, and elevated C-reactive protein (CRP). Severe infection was diagnosed and treated by addition of antibacterial therapy for a long period, however, the condition did not improve. When called upon to evaluate the patient, we established the diagnosis of acne fulminans and initiated treatment with prednisone (1mg/kg/day) and ibuprofen (500 mg for two times daily). Following this treatment regimen, there was a rapid improvement. Conclusion: Herein, we have reported a Vietnamese boy with typical AF, but delayed diagnosis and treatment because of a rare condition. Our results support the role and benefit of prednisolone for AF treatment.

scholarly journals Nasolabial cyst: case report and review of management options

BMC Surgery ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdulhakeem Almutairi ◽  
Abeer Alaglan ◽  
Mazyad Alenezi ◽  
Sultan Alanazy ◽  
Osama Al-Wutayd
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Nasal Obstruction ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Mass Effect ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Open Approach ◽  
Management Options ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Complete Surgical Excision

Abstract Background Nasolabial cysts are rare, non-odontogenic, soft-tissue cysts that develop between the upper lip and nasal vestibule with an overall incidence of 0.7% out of all maxillofacial cysts. The predominant presentation of a nasolabial cyst is a painless localized swelling with varying degrees of nasal obstruction. Several treatment modalities have described in the management of the nasolabial cyst. In this paper, we present a case of a nasolabial cyst in a 44 years old man with discussions of the treatment modalities in the lights of the literature. Case presentation We present a case of a nasolabial cyst in a 44-year-old man that slowly increased in size through a period of 3 years, with associated mild pain and nasal obstruction. It had caused a mass effect upon the maxilla, resulting in scalloping. The cyst was excised entirely with no evidence of recurrence at the two months follow up. Conclusions The nasolabial cyst is a rare soft-tissue cyst. Complete surgical excision using an open approach performed to our case, which considered with the complete endoscopic removal of the best treatment for the nasolabial cysts with a rare recurrence rate.

scholarly journals Cardiac sarcoidosis: Case presentation and Review of the literature

2019 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Natalia Chamorro-Pareja ◽  
Julian A. Marin-Acevedo ◽  
Răzvan M. Chirilă
Keyword(s):  
Cardiac Involvement ◽  
Cardiac Sarcoidosis ◽  
Systemic Disease ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Initial Examination ◽  
Diagnostic Challenge ◽  
Cardiac Damage ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Cardiac Symptoms ◽  
Systemic Manifestations

Abstract Cardiac sarcoidosis usually occurs in the context of systemic disease; however, isolated cardiac involvement can occur in up to 25% of cases and tends to be clinically silent. When symptoms are present, they are often nonspecific and occasionally fatal, representing a diagnostic challenge. A high index of clinical suspicion and the integration of appropriate imaging, laboratory, and pathologic findings is always required. Treatment aims to control the systemic inflammatory condition while preventing further cardiac damage. However, even with adequate diagnosis and treatment strategies, prognosis remains poor. We describe the case of a patient who presented with cardiac symptoms, whose initial examination was unrevealing. Diagnosis was made retrospectively based on later systemic manifestations that revealed characteristic sarcoidosis findings.

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