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A fraction of Parathyroid Adenoma (PTA) is considered giant if they weigh more than 3.5g. There is no clear consensus whether this subgroup has a distinct clinical or biochemical presentation that could have implications on PTA localization and management. In this study, we investigate the difference between regular and giant PTA patients regarding their clinical and laboratory findings as well as their postoperative outcomes.
Clinical and PTA-related data were retrospectively retrieved from all patients undergoing parathyroidectomy from 2010 to 2019at our hospital.
A total number of 84 PTA (Females 76.2%) patients were included, of which 24 (28.6%) qualified as a giant with a mean weight of 7.86g and the rest were regular adenomas (71.4%) with a mean weight of 1.45g. Giant adenomas were more likely to present at a younger age compared to regular adenoma patients, (44.4 vs 50.8, P=0.053, D=0.470). Preoperative PTH levels were significantly higher in the giant PTA group (650.8 vs 334.2pg/mL, P=0.044, r=0.22). Hospital stay was on average 1.6 days longer in giant PTA patients compared to regular PTA patients.
Giant PTA compromised a significant percentage of all adenomas, which was higher than what is reported in the literature and might reflect a delay in diagnosis and lack of screening tests. Both giant and regular adenomas seem to run a similar clinical course, yet biochemical abnormalities in PTH levels may have a predictive value for adenoma weight.
Giant PTA compromised a significant percentage of all adenomas, which was higher than what is reported in the literature and might reflect a delay in diagnosis and lack of screening tests. Both giant and regular adenomas seem to run a similar clinical course, yet biochemical abnormalities in PTH levels may have a predictive value for adenoma weight.The anterolateral abdominal Hernias are a frequent reason for consultation; Spiegel's hernia is a rare spontaneous abdominal anterolateral hernia (0.12% of abdominal hernias) for patients between 40 and 70 years old, There are risk factors such as intra-abdominal hyperpressure secondary to morbid obesity, multiple pregnancies and chronic cough. The surgery is the standard treatment; whether by raphy or prosthetic mesch. We report the case of a 42 year old male admitted to the emergency room for an occlusion syndrome due to the strangulated spiegel hernia with caecal and appendicular contents.
Job's syndrome or hyper-immunoglobulin E syndromes (HIES) is a rare, heterogeneous complex of primary immunodeficiency disorders. It is characterized by triad of extremely high serum immunoglobulin E (IgE) levels, recurrent cutaneous infections like chronic eczematous dermatitis, skin abscesses and recurrent sinopulmonary infections. These patients have characteristic facial appearance and many oral manifestations. Eosinophilia, retention of deciduous teeth and skeletal abnormalities are other important clinical features of this syndrome. Familial HIES is of two types depending on the type of gene involved; autosomal-dominant HIES (AD-HIES), which develops due to mutation in human signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 gene (STAT3) and autosomal recessive HIES caused by DOCK8 gene mutation, but most cases are sporadic.
Hereby, we present a case of 5 years old female child who presented to our hospital with extensive eczematous lesions over flexural aspect of arms and over the gluteal region extending to the lower limb. selleckchem The complete clinical presentation and lab investigations have confirmed AD-HIES syndrome. A novel missense mutation in exon 17 (c.1593A>T, p.K531N) was identified in the STAT3 gene.
The therapeutic strategy is directed mainly toward the prevention and management of infections and symptoms. Children affected with HIES can develop life-threatening pulmonary infections. Pulmonary complications must be identified in the early stage of the disease to treat them effectively. Hence, early diagnosis and proper management are necessary.
To date, information about paediatric HIES is limited. This case presents the clinical features, investigational procedures and management strategy for that particular condition in paediatric population.
To date, information about paediatric HIES is limited. This case presents the clinical features, investigational procedures and management strategy for that particular condition in paediatric population.
Chylous ascites is an uncommon but potentially life-threatening type of postoperative lymphatic leakage, especially following pancreaticoduodenectomy.
A 59-year-old man underwent pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) with extended lymphadenectomy and segmental Superior Mesenteric Vein (SMV) resection for SMV-involved pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). After 20th postoperative day, patient had a drain output with a milky appearance, and with a triglyceride level was 1.6 mmol/L, and the daily output volume was up to 1500 mL per day. She has been performed Conventional Lymphangiography (CLAG) to identify the broken lymphatic vessels as well as close the leakage. Following two consecutive lymphangiography, the source of chylous leakage was identified from hilar lymphatic system, and injection of Aetoxisclerol 2% into lymphatic vessels to close the leakage was performed. Partial parenteral nutrition with limited fat components or medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) was administered, and the amount of ascites decreased particularly. The drain was removed in 20th day after the second CLAG. He had no symptoms of abdominal distention after drain removal and had been discharged after 37 postoperative days (PODs).
Chylous ascites is an uncommon but potentially life-threatening complication following pancreaticoduodenectomy. Portal lymphatic plexus, which was often isolated and dissected especially with extended lymphadenectomy, is potentially damaged and caused resistant chylous leakage. Newly techniques are updated and applied in diagnosis and treatment for this difficult-to-treat complication, one of them is percutaneous transhepatic Conventional Lymphangiography (CLAG).
CLAG with percutaneous transhepatic access could be effective to identify and terminate the chylous fistula from portal lymphatic plexus after pancreaticoduodenectomy.
CLAG with percutaneous transhepatic access could be effective to identify and terminate the chylous fistula from portal lymphatic plexus after pancreaticoduodenectomy.
Dengue has been a burden, especially in tropical country. Indonesian Ministry of Health promote dengue prevention through environmental control with 3M (covering water storage, cleaning water storage, and recycling unused items) practices. Here we analyzed factors associated with dengue prevention behavior in riverbank area of Yogyakarta Province.
The study employed cross-sectional survey covering riverbank area of Sendowo, Yogyakarta Province. This study systematically sampled 1 representative from every household to describe the condition of 1 house. We analyzed the associations between subjects' characteristics and dependent variables using Pearson's chi-square test.
Overall, 89 subjects were enrolled in this study, of whom 11.2% males and 88.8% females. Age and occupation were associated with covering water storage variable with p-value of <0.001 and 0.007, respectively. Recycling unused items variable was associated with monthly income with p-values of 0.045. Furthermore, there were no significant associations between cleaning water storage variable with sex, age, marital status, education level, monthly income, and occupation.
Age and occupations were associated with covering water storage variable. Recycling unused items variable shows significant association with income. link2 Further multiarea study is necessary to compare our findings with other areas.
Age and occupations were associated with covering water storage variable. Recycling unused items variable shows significant association with income. Further multiarea study is necessary to compare our findings with other areas.
Congenital unilateral absence of the vas deferens and ipsilateral renal agenesis is a rare condition in which the vas deferens is absent unilateral due to a congenital anomaly. This report illustrates the clinical relevance of absence of the vasa deferentia. This occurs either unilateral, which is associated with renal anomalies, or bilateral which leads to azoospermia and often has a genetic link to cystic fibrosis.
We report the first incidental finding of congenital unilateral absence of the vas deferens and ipsilateral renal agenesis during bilateral laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair in a 70 year old patient.
Surgeons who encounter unilateral absence of the vas deferens should assess bilateral absence of the vasa deferentia by palpation in adult patients or by laparoscopic exploration of the contralateral inguinal canal in pediatric patients. Renal ultrasonography should be performed in all patients to assess renal anomalies. Genetic counselling is advised when absence of the vasa deferentia is present bilaterally of unilaterally with associated infertility.
Surgeons who encounter unilateral absence of the vas deferens should assess bilateral absence of the vasa deferentia by palpation in adult patients or by laparoscopic exploration of the contralateral inguinal canal in pediatric patients. Renal ultrasonography should be performed in all patients to assess renal anomalies. Genetic counselling is advised when absence of the vasa deferentia is present bilaterally of unilaterally with associated infertility.
Methanol poisoning (MP) occurs often via ingestion, inhalation, or dermal exposure to formulations containing methanol in base. Clinical manifestations of MP include gastrointestinal symptoms, central nervous system (CNS) suppression, and decompensated metabolic acidosis occurred with blurred vision and early or late blindness.
This study reviewed the clinical manifestations, laboratory and radiology findings, and treatment approaches in MP.
Methanol is usually rapidly absorbed after ingestion and metabolized by alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH), then distributed to the body water to reach a volume distribution approximately equal to 0.77L/kg. It is also eliminated from the body as unchanged parent compounds. link3 Clinical manifestations of MP alone initiate within 0.5-4h after ingestion and include gastrointestinal symptoms and CNS suppression. After a latent period of 6-24h, depending on the absorbed dose, decompensated metabolic acidosis occurs with blurred vision and early or late blindness. Blurred vision with normal consciousness is a strong suspicious sign of an MP. The mortality and severity of intoxication are well associated with the severity of CNS depression, hyperglycemia, and metabolic acidosis, but not with serum methanol concentration. After initial resuscitation, the most important therapeutic action for patients with known or suspected MP is correction of acidosis, inhibition of ADH, and hemodialysis.
Since MP is associated with high morbidity and mortality, it should be considered seriously and instantly managed. Delay in treatment may cause complications, permanent damage, and even death.
Since MP is associated with high morbidity and mortality, it should be considered seriously and instantly managed. Delay in treatment may cause complications, permanent damage, and even death.