scholarly journals Aglossia: Case Report

2015 ◽  
Vol 20 (01) ◽  
pp. 087-092 ◽  
Author(s):  
Silvana Bommarito ◽  
Luciana Zanato ◽  
Marilena Vieira ◽  
Fernanda Angelieri
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Stomatognathic System ◽  
Multidisciplinary Cooperation ◽  
Compensation Mechanisms ◽  
Working Together ◽  
Multiprofessional Cooperation

Introduction Aglossia is a rare condition caused by failure of the tongue embryogenesis process (in the fourth to eighth weeks of gestation). The tongue is an organ used in different activities such as sucking, swallowing, chewing, and talking. It is also responsible for shaping palate dental arches (in its absence, they become atrophic). There are few similar cases reported in the literature. Objective To describe a rare case of aglossia and the multidisciplinary professionals working together for 5 years to treat the patient. Resumed Report An 8-year-old girl with aglossia had an assessment comprising: (1) clinical assessment of the stomatognathic system related to resting posture, tonus, and mobility; (2) orthodontic assessment; (3) surface electromyography of the chewing muscles; (4) swallowing videofluoroscopy. Conclusion The authors confirmed the need of multidisciplinary cooperation to improve the patient's quality of life, because agenesia implicates many activities/functions that depend on the tongue to fully work. Multiprofessional cooperation helps the patient learn compensation mechanisms.

scholarly journals Linfedema Primário em Membro Superior Esquerdo em Paciente Idosa / Primary Lymphedema in Upper Left Member in Elderly Patient

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 133-141
Author(s):  
Melissa Andreia de Moraes Silva ◽  
Camila Bueno da Silva ◽  
Isabella João Milan ◽  
Seleno Glauber de Jesus-Silva ◽  
Rodolfo Souza Cardoso
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Elderly Patient ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Early Diagnosis ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Lymphatic System ◽  
Multidisciplinary Treatment ◽  
Primary Lymphedema ◽  
Patient Prognosis

Introdução: O Linfedema Primário (LP) é caracterizado por disfunção do sistema linfático de etiologia idiopática. Este pode ser dividido em congênito, precoce e tardio, sendo o tipo congênito o mais raro. O diagnóstico desta patologia é predominantemente clínico,  podendo  ser  solicitado  linfocintilografia quando  há  dúvida  diagnóstica. O diagnóstico  precoce  está  diretamente  relacionado  com  o  melhor  prognóstico  do paciente, postergando limitações físicas e psico­sociais. O tratamento do LP é clínico e multiprofissional. Relato do Caso: Relatou­se caso raro de uma paciente de 78 anos de idade, sexo feminino, portadora de Linfedema Primário em membro superior esquerdo desde o nascimento, o qual foi investigado durante a infância, porém com resultados inconclusivos. Conclusão: Embora seja pequena a quantidade de trabalhos sobre o tema, este relato confirma que o diagnóstico precoce é fundamental e que o tratamento igualmente precoce e multiprofissional melhora a qualidade de vida dos pacientes.Palavras­chave:  Linfedema, Sistema Linfático, Extremidade Superior, Idoso, CintilografiaABSTRACTIntroduction: Primary lymphedema (PL) is characterized by dysfunction of the lymphatic system of idiopathic etiology. It can be divided into congenital, early and late,  with  the congenital type being the rarest. The diagnosis of this pathology is predominantly clinical, and a lymphoscintilography may be requested when the diagnostic is uncertain. Early diagnosis is directly related to better patient prognosis, delaying physical and psychosocial limitations. Treatment of PL is clinical and multiprofessional. Case Report: The aim of this paper is to describe a rare case of a 78­ year­old female with primary lymphedema in the left arm since her birth, which was investigated during childhood, but with inconclusive results. Conclusion: Although there is small  amount of work on the topic, this report confirms that early diagnosis is crucial and also that  early and multidisciplinary treatment improves the quality of life of patients.Keywords: Lymphedema, Lymphatic System, Upper Extremity, Elderly, Radionuclide Imaging  

scholarly journals Microsurgical Resection of Glioblastoma in a Patient Infected with Covid-19: A Case Report

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lívio Pereira de Macêdo ◽  
Kauê Franke ◽  
Auricélio Batista Cezar-Junior ◽  
Igor Vilela Faquini ◽  
Eduardo Vieira de Carvalho ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Healthcare Systems ◽  
High Morbidity ◽  
Neurosurgical Procedures ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Microsurgical Resection ◽  
Early Surgical Treatment

AbstractThe COVID-19 pandemic has affected a large number of patients in all countries, overwhelming healthcare systems worldwide. In this scenario, surgical procedures became restricted, causing unacceptable delays in the treatment of certain pathologies, such as glioblastoma. Regarding this tumor with high morbidity and mortality, early surgical treatment is essential to increase the survival and quality of life of these patients. Association between COVID-19 and neurosurgical procedures is quite scarce in the literature, with a few reported cases. In the present study, we present a rare case of a patient undergoing surgical resection of glioblastoma with COVID-19.

Misophonia: An Evidence-Based Case Report

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 685-690
Author(s):  
C. S. Vanaja ◽  
Miriam Soni Abigail
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Case History ◽  
Pure Tone ◽  
Physiological Responses ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Management Option ◽  
Pure Tone Audiogram

Purpose Misophonia is a sound tolerance disorder condition in certain sounds that trigger intense emotional or physiological responses. While some persons may experience misophonia, a few patients suffer from misophonia. However, there is a dearth of literature on audiological assessment and management of persons with misophonia. The purpose of this report is to discuss the assessment of misophonia and highlight the management option that helped a patient with misophonia. Method A case study of a 26-year-old woman with the complaint of decreased tolerance to specific sounds affecting quality of life is reported. Audiological assessment differentiated misophonia from hyperacusis. Management included retraining counseling as well as desensitization and habituation therapy based on the principles described by P. J. Jastreboff and Jastreboff (2014). A misophonia questionnaire was administered at regular intervals to monitor the effectiveness of therapy. Results A detailed case history and audiological evaluations including pure-tone audiogram and Johnson Hyperacusis Index revealed the presence of misophonia. The patient benefitted from intervention, and the scores of the misophonia questionnaire indicated a decrease in the severity of the problem. Conclusions It is important to differentially diagnose misophonia and hyperacusis in persons with sound tolerance disorders. Retraining counseling as well as desensitization and habituation therapy can help patients who suffer from misophonia.

Managament of Bhagandara (Fistula-in-Ano) by Palasha Ksharasutra prepared with Arkaksheera - A Case Report.

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ganapathi Rao ◽  
Vijay Kumar ◽  
Ashok Naikar ◽  
Chandrakanth Halli
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Success Rate ◽  
Spinal Anesthesia ◽  
Curcuma Longa ◽  
Weekly Interval ◽  
Butea Monosperma ◽  
Fistula In Ano

A standard Ksharasutra is practiced in treatment of Bhagandara (fistula-in-ano) with high success rate and minimum recurrence rate. In previous research it was noted that Pittaja Prakruti patients sometime might cause more perianal irritation due to Apamarga Ksharasutra. So in this study Palasha Ksharasutra prepared in Arkaksheera was prepared by Palasha Kshara (Ash of Butea monosperma), Arka Ksheera (Calotropis gigantic) and turmeric powder (Curcuma longa). This Ksharasutra was prepared as per the API guidelines and preserved in air tight tube. A patient of Pittaja predominant Prakruti with fistula-in ano having two external opening at 6 and 7 O’ clock position of anus was treated with application of Ksharasutra. The Palasha Ksharasutra prepared in Arkaksheera was applied in these two opening under spinal anesthesia. Then Ksharasutra was changed by weekly interval under local xylocaine jelly 2%. The length of thread was measured weekly and noted in the case to assess the unit cutting time (UCT). The unit cutting time (UCT) of first thread was 7.5 days/cm and second one had UCT 6.8 days/cm. During the treatment patient was doing his job regularly without hampering the quality of life. After 2 months patient was free from all symptoms of fistula with normal scar and without any complications. This case study demonstrated the utility of Palasha Ksharasutra prepared in Arkaksheera in multiple fistula-in ano.

scholarly journals Improvements in Behavioral Symptoms following Antibiotic Therapy in a 14-Year-Old Male with Autism

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-2 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. Lucas Ramirez ◽  
Kelly Barnhill ◽  
Alan Gutierrez ◽  
Claire Schutte ◽  
Laura Hewitson
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Antibiotic Therapy ◽  
Antifungal Therapy ◽  
Behavioral Symptoms ◽  
Gastrointestinal Function ◽  
Aberrant Behaviors

This case report describes the benefits of antibiotic and antifungal therapy on behavior in a child with autism undergoing treatment for encopresis. Over the course of treatment, the child exhibited a reduction in aberrant behaviors, increased gastrointestinal function, and improved quality of life.

scholarly journals Reducing the Burden of Care: Multidisciplinary Management of Late-Manifested Crouzon Syndrome—A Case Report

Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (12) ◽  
pp. 1122
Author(s):  
Sarah Achterrath ◽  
Teresa Kruse ◽  
Julia Neuschulz ◽  
Isabelle Graf ◽  
Joachim Zöller ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Psychosocial Development ◽  
Young Patients ◽  
Crouzon Syndrome ◽  
Burden Of Care ◽  
Short Treatment ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

The therapy of patients with Crouzon syndrome involves a multidisciplinary team. In most cases, this therapy is extensive, time-consuming, and exhausting for the patient. This case report illustrates a temporally coordinated therapy plan that succeeds in reducing the burden of care. Showing typical extraoral characteristics of Crouzon syndrome, the patient had a frontal and left-sided crossbite, and impaction of the maxillary canines. Multidisciplinary therapy included the extraction of multiple teeth, midface distraction at Le Fort III level, and alignment of the impacted teeth. Before starting, during, and after completion of the treatment, the patient’s oral health-related quality of life was assessed using COHIP-19. The combination of different treatment steps significantly reduced the duration of therapy. The therapy improved not only the patient’s oro- and craniofacial function, but also the patient’s facial appearance in a short treatment period. The patient’s quality of life improved considerably during this time. In the treatment of severe craniofacial anomalies, the highest priority should be given to keeping the burden of care low. All measures should encourage young patients’ appropriate psychosocial development despite extensive therapies, ensuring at the same time medically satisfactory treatment results.

scholarly journals Prosthodontic Rehabilitation of a Patient with Subtotal Maxillectomy using a Hollow Bulb Obturator

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gita Rani ◽  
Amarjeet Gambhir
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Clinical Case ◽  
Soft Tissues ◽  
Prosthetic Reconstruction ◽  
Maxillary Defect ◽  
Hollow Bulb Obturator

ABSTRACT Successful prosthetic reconstruction of hemimaxillectomy defects is a challenging procedure that requires multidisciplinary expertize to achieve acceptable function, speech and esthetics. Rehabilitation of an acquired maxillary defect improves the quality of life for the patient as close to normal as possible. Obturation of the defect depends on its volume and position of remaining hard and soft tissues, to be utilized for retention, stability and support for the prosthesis. The prosthesis should be simple to handle, easy to maintain, biocompatible, light in weight and convenient for future adjustments. This case report describes a clinical case of subtotal maxillectomy, which was successfully rehabilitated with a hollow bulb obturator. How to cite this article Rani G, Gambhir A. Prosthodontic Rehabilitation of a Patient with Subtotal Maxillectomy using a Hollow Bulb Obturator. Int J Prosthodont Restor Dent 2012; 2(1):24-28.

scholarly journals AN AYURVEDIC CASE REPORT ON AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (11) ◽  
pp. 2903-2908
Author(s):  
Ambika. K ◽  
Arundhathi. K ◽  
Lekshmi G. Krishna
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Skeletal Muscle ◽  
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Skeletal Muscle Weakness ◽  
Treatment Principle ◽  
Severe Type ◽  
Lateral Sclerosis

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a common and most severe type of Motor Neuron Disease. It is characterized by progressive skeletal muscle weakness, wasting and fasciculations. Survival is for 3-5 years, and the death is from respiratory paralysis. The incidence of ALS is between 0.6 and 3.8 per 100000 persons per year. Males are predominantly affected. Here is a case report of 45yrs old male who presented with complaints of difficulty in walking since 3years, with an insidious asymmetric onset of weakness of bilateral lower limbs with wasting and fasciculations. In Ayurveda, the case was symptomatologically diagnosed as Mamsa Sosha, which occurs as the result of obstruction of Snayu and Rakthadhamanis (Mamsavaha srotomoolas). The assessment was done using ALSFRS-R Scale. The treatment was aimed at improving the quality of life and also decreasing the rate of disease progression. The treatment principle adopted was Srothosodhana (Ama- Avaranaghna cikitsa) and Brimhana. Promising results were obtained after treatment. Keywords: ALS, MND, Ayurveda, Avaranaghna cikitsa, Mamsa Sosha, Mamsa Kshaya

scholarly journals A systematic review of the effectiveness of clinical nurse specialist interventions in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 147-156
Author(s):  
Hua Yin ◽  
Ling Yang ◽  
Qiao Ye
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Clinical Nurse Specialist ◽  
Chronic Obstructive ◽  
Nurse Specialist ◽  
Nursing Support ◽  
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ◽  
Clinical Nurse ◽  
Multidisciplinary Cooperation ◽  
Positive Effect

Abstract Objective This review aimed to examine the effectiveness of clinical nurse specialist (CNS) interventions in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD significantly affects people’s health worldwide. With the development in nursing, CNSs are playing increasingly important roles in different departments. However, the studies on the effectiveness of CNSs in COPD are not as well organized as the studies on the effectiveness of CNSs in bronchiectasis and asthma. Therefore, this review aims to find some updated evidence on the CNS interventions for patients with COPD and on whether these interventions are effective. Methods A narrative analysis of the data was performed for the eligible studies. Four databases were chosen: CINAHL, MEDLINE, British Nursing Index, and Cochrane Library. Other websites such as the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence, National Health Service Evidence, Association of Respiratory Nurse Specialists, and National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialist were searched as well. Two reviewers performed study identification independently, and all the retrieved articles were stored using the EndNote X7 software. The risk of bias in the included studies was assessed using the Cochrane Collaboration’s risk of bias tool. Results A total of nine studies were included in this review. There were five current interventions by CNSs for patients with COPD. These interventions were home nursing support, CNS’s supported discharge, multidisciplinary cooperation programs, nurse-led care programs, and self-care management education. The effectiveness of these five interventions was evaluated individually. There is low- to moderate-quality evidence indicating that home nursing support interventions may have a positive effect on mortality and quality of life. No significant difference in quality of life has been found between the CNS-supported discharge intervention and the usual service. The multidisciplinary cooperation program probably had a positive effect on quality of life in patients with COPD. Both nurse-led care and self-care management education intervention had a positive effect on mortality of patients with COPD. Conclusions The findings of this review provide updated evidence on the effectiveness of CNS interventions for patients with COPD. Although nine trials were included and five types of interventions were identified, there is still lack of high-quality evidence.

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