Colopleural Fistula. A Case Report and Review of Literature
The presence of a colopleural fistula is a rare event related to several factors, inadequate placement of drains, poor surgical technique, infection or dehiscence of a GI anastomosis. Only a small percentage occurs as a complication of inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, trauma or radiation.
Bilateral Anterior Glenohumeral Dislocation A Case Report and A Review of the Literature
We report an unusual case of simultaneous bilateral anterior shoulder dislocation following trauma. There was no peripheral motor, sensory or vascular deficit. The patient was treated by closed reduction of both dislocations followed by immobilization for 4 weeks and subsequent rehabilitation. A review of the literature is presented
Checkpoint Inhibitor Associated Autoimmune Diabetes and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
1.1. Background: Anti-PD-1 antibodies have activity across many cancers. Changes in the balance of the immune system may lead to some autoimmune manifestations, also referred to as immune-related adverse events (IRAEs).
Atypical Presentation of Post-Kala Azar Dermal Leishmaniasis in Bhutan
This article describes an atypical case of post-kala azar dermal leishmaniasis associated with complications due to delayed diagnosis and poor case management. The grave consequences of the prolonged disease process, which included facial disfigurement, visual impairment and distress both to the patient and the family with increased the risk of infection spread in the community are elaborated.
The Association of Left Atrial Enlargement in Different Subtypes of Ischemic Stroke Based on Toast Classification
A 47 years old man who had been diagnosed as malignant pheochromocytoma with metastases of lumbar spines at 21 years old. He had received partial tumor abscission, radiotherapy and 131I-MIBG treatment
Malignant Pheochromocytoma with Brain Abscess Induced by Nocardia Infection after Treatment with Cyclophosphamide (CVD), 5-Fluorouracil (FU) and Carboplatin (CBDCA)
1.1. Objective: to investigate the effects of fistulojejunostomy in treatment of pancreatic external fistula.
Effects of Fistulojejunostomy in Treatment of Pancreatic External Fistula
Intravenous & Endocavitary Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS) in Multiseptated Pyogenic Liver Abscess Drainage
Pyogenic liver abscess is a potentially life-threatening pathology, while image-guided drainage is highly indicative as first-line treatment approach. We report the case of an 84-year-old woman, diagnosed with large multiseptated pyogenic liver abscess, aiming to stress out the immense contribution
Fetal Vascular Rings: Beyond The Anomalies of The Aortic Arch
Different anomalies related to the inappropriate development of the ductus arteriosus or the aortic arch have been described, in some cases accompanied with chromosomal or morphological anomalies, and also being able to form a vascular ring that can compromise the postnatal life.
Two Cases of Suspected Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia Treated by Pidotimod Dispersible Tablets
The global spread of novel coronavirus pneumonia (COVID-19) directly endangers social health and safety. COVID-19 has a rapid onset, rapid progress. All people are susceptible to infection and no specific drugs. Our team directly contacted these patients.