scholarly journals Distant Ureteral Metastasis from Colon Adenocarcinoma: Report of a Case and Review of the Literature

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Ferakis Nikolaos ◽  
Anastasopoulos Panagiotis ◽  
Bouropoulos Konstantinos ◽  
Samaras Vassilios ◽  
Poulias Iraklis
Keyword(s):  
Rectal Cancer ◽  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Distant Metastasis ◽  
Toxic Megacolon ◽  
Incidental Finding ◽  
Previous History ◽  
Colon Adenocarcinoma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Muscular Coat ◽  
History Of

Carcinomas arising from organs neighbouring the ureter can directly infiltrate the ureter. Distant ureteral metastasis from colon adenocarcinoma is extremely rare and usually an incidental finding in performed autopsies. We report a case of a right ureteral metastasis in a 65-year-old Caucasian male with a history of rectal cancer for which he had been treated 4 years before. He presented with asymptomatic moderate right hydronephrosis. The patient underwent a right nephroureterectomy. Histology of the ureter revealed transmural adenocarcinoma with infiltration of the mucosa. Infiltration of the muscular coat of the bladder was found 2 years later. Thus, cystectomy and left ureterocutaneostomy were performed. The patient died 6 months later due to toxic megacolon during chemotherapy. The differential diagnosis of ureteral adenocarcinoma, especially in patients with previous history of colon adenocarcinoma, should include the possibility of distant metastasis from the primary colonic tumor.

Malignant Pericardial Mesothelioma. Report of two Cases, Review of the Literature and Differential Diagnosis

2005 ◽  
Vol 91 (3) ◽  
pp. 276-279 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maximilian Papi ◽  
Giovenzio Genestreti ◽  
Davide Tassinari ◽  
Paolo Lorenzini ◽  
Silvia Serra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Radical Surgery ◽  
Asbestos Exposure ◽  
Distant Metastases ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Primary Tumors ◽  
Cardiac Neoplasm ◽  
Fibrous Stroma ◽  
Pericardial Mesothelioma ◽  
History Of

Malignant pericardial mesothelioma is an uncommon variety of a primary malignant cardio-pericardial tumor and it is a highly lethal and fortunately rare cardiac neoplasm. The presentation of pericardial mesothelioma is aspecific and pathologically mesothelioma is not the most common among primary tumors of the pericardium. It is characterized by atypical solid growth of mesothelium with formation of atypical cavities surrounded by fibrous stroma. Antemortem diagnosis is difficult and distant metastases are extremely rare. Radical surgery can be used to treat localized mesothelioma. The treatment for advanced primary pericardial mesothelioma is usually palliative because the tumor is resistant to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The prognosis is unfavorable. The median survival from the onset of symptoms is six months. In this paper we report two cases of patients with primary mesothelioma of the pericardium without a definite history of asbestos exposure.

Sublingual dermoid cysts: case report and review of the literature

2015 ◽  
Vol 129 (10) ◽  
pp. 1036-1039 ◽  
Author(s):  
E Kyriakidou ◽  
T Howe ◽  
B Veale ◽  
S Atkins
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Cystic Lesions ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Mylohyoid Muscle ◽  
Floor Of The Mouth ◽  
Intraoral Approach ◽  
History Of

AbstractBackground:Dermoid cysts in the floor of the mouth are relatively uncommon developmental lesions. They are thought to arise in the midline and along the lines of embryonic fusion of the facial processes containing ectodermal tissue.Case report:A 17-year-old female presented with a 3-month history of a growing, progressive swelling in the mouth floor. Clinical examination revealed a rather large symmetrical, soft swelling in the mouth floor, displacing the tongue superiorly. The fast growing nature and size of the lesion raised suspicion of potential compromise to the airway. Surgical excision was therefore performed.Conclusion:Differential diagnosis of cystic lesions in the floor of the mouth is of paramount importance, as the recommended surgical techniques vary depending on the anatomical position of the lesions. The intraoral approach is preferred for those lesions that do not extend beyond the mylohyoid muscle boundaries; this leads to a satisfactory cosmetic and functional outcome.

scholarly journals Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis in new-onset hyperthyroidism – a case report and review of the literature

2014 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 531
Author(s):  
Joaquim Custódio da Silva Junior ◽  
Helton Estrela Ramos
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Previous History ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Periodic Paralysis ◽  
Emergency Physicians ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Font Size ◽  
Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis ◽  
History Of ◽  
New Onset

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><em><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: ";Times New Roman";,";serif";; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is a rare condition related to hyperthyroidism, with specific clinical and physiopathological features. In this article, we discuss a case report of a patient that develops TPP with no previous history of thyroid illness, highlighting semiological characteristics that can help Emergency physicians to suspect of this condition. Subsequently, we review the recent articles about TPP, with focus in the molecular basis of ion channelopathies and predisposing factors, and discuss the therapeutic approach at acute phase of TPP and prevention of crisis recurrence.</span></em></p>

scholarly journals A genomic and transcriptomic approach for a differential diagnosis between primary and secondary ovarian carcinomas in patients with a previous history of breast cancer

BMC Cancer ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jean-Philippe Meyniel ◽  
Paul H Cottu ◽  
Charles Decraene ◽  
Marc-Henri Stern ◽  
Jérôme Couturier ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Previous History ◽  
Ovarian Carcinomas ◽  
History Of

Clear Cell Adenocarcinoma of the Cervix in a Child without in Utero Exposure to Diethylstilbestrol: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

2005 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 690-695 ◽  
Author(s):  
William A. Ahrens ◽  
L. Patricia Barrón-Rodriguez ◽  
Millisa McKee ◽  
Scott Rivkees ◽  
Miguel Reyes-Múgica
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Clear Cell ◽  
Clinical History ◽  
In Utero ◽  
Embryonal Rhabdomyosarcoma ◽  
In Utero Exposure ◽  
Clear Cell Adenocarcinoma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Cervical Tumor ◽  
History Of

We describe the case of a primary cervical tumor in a 6-year-old child that was originally suspected to be an embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma botryoides. Histologic analysis revealed a clear cell adenocarcinoma. Despite a direct search and questioning for maternal exposure to diethylstilbestrol, this was not documented. Clear cell adenocarcinoma is an extremely rare neoplasm that should be kept in the differential diagnosis of cervicovaginal lesions in children, even in the absence of a clinical history of in utero diethylstilbestrol exposure. We discuss the hypothesized pathogenesis and review the literature on this unusual tumor.

scholarly journals Bilateral Ulnar-Sided Wrist Pain due to Pisiform-Hamate Coalition

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
Ingo Nolte ◽  
Flavien Mauler ◽  
Tomás Sánchez
Keyword(s):  
Congenital Anomaly ◽  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Pain Relief ◽  
Incidental Finding ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Wrist Pain ◽  
Rare Congenital Anomaly ◽  
Important Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Complete Pain Relief ◽  
History Of

Coalition between the pisiform and the hamate is a rare congenital anomaly, often presenting as an asymptomatic incidental finding on radiographs. In some cases, it may become symptomatic, typically after trauma. We present a 13-year-old patient, with no history of trauma, presenting a bilateral painful coalition of the pisiform and hamate. Both of which were treated with excision of the pisiform resulting in complete pain relief. Pisiform-hamate coalition is a rare condition, which can become symptomatic even without any trauma or overuse activity, and is an important differential diagnosis in ulnar-sided wrist pain.

scholarly journals Erysipelothrix endocarditis with previous cutaneous lesion: report of a case and review of the literature

1989 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 286-289 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marion P. Rocha ◽  
Paulo R.S. Fontoura ◽  
Suzana N.B. Azevedo ◽  
Armando M.V. Fontoura
Keyword(s):  
Latin America ◽  
Aortic Valve ◽  
Aortic Valve Replacement ◽  
Cutaneous Lesion ◽  
Previous History ◽  
Fish Bone ◽  
Erysipelothrix Rhusiopathiae ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Left Hand ◽  
History Of

This report describes the first documented case of Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae endocarditis in Latin America. The patient was a 51-years-old male, moderate alcoholic, with a previous history of aortic failure. He was used to fishing and cooking as a hobby and had his left hand wounded by a fish-bone. The disease began with erysipeloid form and developed to septicemia and endocarditis. He was treated with antibiotics and surgery for aortic valve replacement. There are only 46 cases of E. rhusiopathiae endocarditis reported to date. The authors wonder if several other cases might go unreported for lack of microbiological laboratorial diagnosis.

scholarly journals Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma Arising in Colorectal Endometriosis: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Qiao Wang ◽  
Xia Zhao ◽  
Ping Han
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
English Literature ◽  
Tumor Resection ◽  
Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma ◽  
Low Grade ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Primary Tumors ◽  
Colorectal Endometriosis ◽  
Stromal Sarcoma ◽  
History Of

Extrauterine endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) arising in endometriosis is extremely rare, particularly in the colorectum. It should always be included in the differential diagnosis of primary tumors originating from gastrointestinal tract in females, given that preoperative endoscopical biopsy may reveal no specific changes. We reported a case of ESS arising in colorectal endometriosis and reviewed the previous 7 cases reported in the English literature. Our patient, who was unavailable for tumor resection and refused further adjuvant therapy, played a role in representing the natural history of low-grade extragenital ESS. This case was the only death from ESS arising in colorectal endometriosis.

scholarly journals Bladder Injury during Caesarean Section, Surgical and Anaesthetic Management: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 167-169
Author(s):  
Shallu Chaudhary ◽  
Major Amit Atwal
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Caesarean Section ◽  
Urinary Bladder ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Previous History ◽  
Anaesthetic Management ◽  
Bladder Injury ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Emergency Caesarean ◽  
History Of

Urinary bladder injury is a rare complication during caesarean section but its incidence is increasing due to growing trend in caesarean deliveries. In this case report, we reported a 32 year old pregnant female with previous history of caesarean section who presented during labour. Emergency caesarean was done and the case was complicated with bladder injury intraoperatively. The injury was immediately identified and was repaired in two layers. This case highlights the anaesthetic and surgical management of inadvertent bladder injury during caesarean section. Keywords: Bladder injury, caesarean section, Emergency caesarean.

scholarly journals Metastasis of Malignant Melanoma to Urinary Bladder: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rashna Meunier ◽  
Gyan Pareek ◽  
Ali Amin
Keyword(s):  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Malignant Melanoma ◽  
Urinary Bladder ◽  
Clinical History ◽  
Metastatic Malignant Melanoma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Bladder Mucosa ◽  
Immunohistochemical Examination ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Right

Aims. Metastatic malignant melanoma of the urinary bladder is a rare clinical entity, with only twenty-three published cases to date. We present a case of this rare entity, a thorough review of the literature, and differential diagnosis of melanoma in the bladder.Methods and Results. A 55-year-old woman with a history of malignant melanoma of the right thigh, excised eight years ago, presented with back pain, fatigue, and hematuria. She underwent computed tomography (CT) scan and was found to have metastases within the liver, spleen, lungs, and urinary bladder. She underwent cystoscopy and transurethral resection of three polypoid lesions. Histologic and immunohistochemical examination revealed metastatic malignant melanoma involving bladder mucosa.Conclusions. This case illustrates the importance of including malignant melanoma in the differential diagnosis of high grade neoplasms of bladder, especially in cases where the relevant clinical history is not available.

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