scholarly journals Ondine’s curse, a fatal infarction diagnosed by polysomnography and saved by ventilation: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hany Aref ◽  
Tamer Roushdy ◽  
Amr Zaki ◽  
Nevine El Nahas
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Diagnostic Procedure ◽  
Cardiac Pacemaker ◽  
Brainstem Infarction ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Ondine’S Curse ◽  
Lateral Medullary Syndrome ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Ondine's Curse

Abstract Background Lateral medullary syndrome causing Ondine’s curse is a rare yet fatal brainstem infarction. Any patient presenting with lateral medulla infarction ought to be well observed and a polysomnography must be ordered for him. Case presentation A patient presenting with Ondine’s curse is dealt with through polysomnography as a diagnostic procedure that was followed by tracheostomy with portable ventilator and cardiac pacemaker as a therapeutic maneuver which ultimately preserved his life. Conclusion Lateral medullary syndrome infarct could be a life-threatening stroke if not diagnosed and managed properly.

scholarly journals Case Report: Ondine's Curse Syndrome Secondary Brainstem Infarction

2018 ◽  
Vol 09 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhu Canmin ◽  
Li Ming ◽  
Xiao Jiaping ◽  
Zhang Xuan ◽  
Zhang Mei ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Brainstem Infarction ◽  
Ondine’S Curse ◽  
Ondine's Curse

scholarly journals Perforation of the atrial wall and aortic sinus after closure of an atrial septal defect with an Atriasept occluder: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zai-Qiang Zhang ◽  
Jia-Wang Ding
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Atrial Septal Defect ◽  
Septal Defect ◽  
Emergency Operation ◽  
Atrial Wall ◽  
Aortic Sinus ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Lethal Complications ◽  
Life Threatening

Abstract Background While the perforation of the atrial wall and aortic sinus after closure of an atrial septal defect (ASD) is rare, it’s life-threatening, with rapid progress and high mortality. To the best of our knowledge, 21 similar cases have been reported since 1976. Case presentation We report a 16-year-old male whose atrial septal defect (ASD) was closed using a 12-mm Amplatzer septal occluder (ASO). Atrial wall and aortic sinus perforation occurred 3 months after transcatheter closure, and the patient was discharged after emergency operation. He was discharged on the 12th postoperative day in good overall condition. Conclusions With this case report, we want to illustrate that although percutaneous closure of ASD is regarded as a routine procedure, we should not forget the potentially lethal complications, especially cardiac erosion. Therefore, we should carefully evaluate the risk of erosion before surgery, and careful lifelong follow-up is needed.

scholarly journals Case report of amniotic fluid embolism coagulopathy following abortion; use of viscoelastic point-of-care analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Halley P. Crissman ◽  
Charisse Loder ◽  
Carlo Pancaro ◽  
Jason Bell
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Amniotic Fluid ◽  
Point Of Care ◽  
Healthy Woman ◽  
Induced Abortion ◽  
Amniotic Fluid Embolism ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Induced Abortions ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Severe Coagulopathy

Abstract Background Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a rare, life threatening obstetric complication, often associated with severe coagulopathy. Induced abortions are extremely safe procedures however complications including AFE can occur. Case presentation A 29-year-old previously healthy woman, gravida 1 para 0, presented for a scheduled second trimester induced abortion via dilation and evacuation at 22-weeks gestation. The case was complicated by a suspected AFE with associated profound coagulopathy. Viscoelastic point-of-care coagulation analysis was used to successfully and swiftly guide management of her coagulopathy. Conclusion AFE can occur in the setting of induced abortion. This case report suggests viscoelastic point-of-care coagulation analyzers may aid in the management of pregnancy-related coagulopathy by providing faster coagulation assessment than laboratory testing, and facilitating timely, targeted management of coagulopathy.

scholarly journals An unusual cause of delayed hematoma after carotid endarterectomy: a case report

BMC Surgery ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi Zhao ◽  
Zhichao Lai ◽  
Xiaojun Song ◽  
Rong Zeng ◽  
Changwei Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Carotid Endarterectomy ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Prostatic Hyperplasia ◽  
Surgical Patients ◽  
Blood Products ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
History Of

Abstract Background Neck hematoma is a complication of carotid endarterectomy, usually occurring in the comparatively early stage postoperatively. Case presentation We described a patient developing life-threatening hemorrhage and non-clotting hematoma at a comparatively later stage after CEA. DIC was diagnosed according to the lab results, and the patient underwent re-operation and was supported with blood products until the coagulopathy was corrected. The patient had a history of prostatic hyperplasia and experienced malaise during the hospitalization. Prostate cancer with bone metastases was diagnosed. Conclusions This case report describes a rare underlying cause of hematoma after CEA, which reminds us to pay attention to prostate symptoms or related medical history, especially malignancy, in surgical patients, which may result in severe complications.

Challenges in congenital central hypoventilation syndrome (Ondine’s curse) on pregnancy: a case report

2016 ◽  
Vol 37 (1) ◽  
pp. 107-108 ◽  
Author(s):  
Renato Teixeira Souza ◽  
Felipe Favorette Campanharo ◽  
Edward Araujo Júnior ◽  
Gustavo Antonio Moreira ◽  
Diego Robles Mazzotti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome ◽  
Ondine’S Curse ◽  
Central Hypoventilation ◽  
Hypoventilation Syndrome ◽  
Ondine's Curse

scholarly journals Penetrating Orbitocranial Injury With a Good Aesthetic and Functional Outcome: A Case Report

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-66
Author(s):  
Youssef Fahde ◽  
◽  
Davis Mpando ◽  
Mehdi Laghmari ◽  
Houssine Ghannane ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Multidisciplinary Approach ◽  
Violent Behavior ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Frontal Horn ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Long Term Follow Up ◽  
Life Threatening

Background and Importance: Transorbitocranial assaults with sharp objects like a knife are rare neuro-ophthalmologic emergencies. However, they can have dramatic functional and life-threatening consequences. Our presentation aims to report the importance of an urgent multidisciplinary approach and to raise awareness among the general population on the importance of preventing violent behavior. Case Presentation: A 33-year-old man was a victim of a knife attack without obvious brain or ophthalmological lesions. The knife entered the medial part of the orbit. Neurological examination was normal, and Computed Tomography (CT) scan showed intracranial trajectory through the orbit to the frontal horn of the lateral ventricle. The knife was extracted without complications. The patient reported spectacular improvement in visual acuity without neurological or oculomotor deficit at long-term follow-up. In this case report, we will discuss the radiological diagnosis and surgical management of transorbital and orbitocranial injuries by foreign body penetration. Conclusion: Urgent multidisciplinary management in orbitocranial trauma by stabbing is mandatory to avoid life-threatening complications and irreversible damages.

scholarly journals Life-threatening, delayed epistaxis after Le Fort I osteotomy: a case report

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amir Eleuch ◽  
Maha Ben Rejeb ◽  
Anis Ayadi ◽  
Samia Ayachi ◽  
Ramzi Moatemri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Maxillary Artery ◽  
Internal Maxillary Artery ◽  
Le Fort I Osteotomy ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Le Fort ◽  
Operative Complication ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
The Right ◽  
Le Fort I

Abstract Introduction: When performing a Le Fort 1 osteotomy, there is always a risk of injuring the internal maxillary artery or one of its branches. This diagnosis should be considered when confronted to recurrent or massive epistaxis following surgery.Case presentation: The authors present a case of a life-threatening, delayed and massive epistaxis caused by a ruptured pseudoaneuvrysm of the right sphenopalatine artery as a post-operative complication of a Le Fort I osteotomy successfully managed by anterior and posterior nasal packing.Conclusion: Despite its simplicity and attested reliability, Le Fort I osteotomy is not completely free of complications.

scholarly journals Plasma exchange for thrombotic microangiopathy secondary to dermatomyositis associated with acute kidney injury and complement activation: a case report with literature review

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Norifumi Hayashi ◽  
Keiichirou Okada ◽  
Yuko Tsuruyama ◽  
Yu Kagaya ◽  
Sho Kumano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Acute Kidney Injury ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Plasma Exchange ◽  
Complement Activation ◽  
Thrombotic Microangiopathy ◽  
Kidney Injury ◽  
Ivig Therapy ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Life Threatening

Abstract Background Thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA) in patients with connective tissue disease is rare but life-threatening. In particular, the survival rate of patients with dermatomyositis (DM) that develop TMA is low. The effectiveness of plasma exchange (PEX) therapy is unclear for the treatment of TMA secondary to DM. Case presentation We describe a case of a 28-year-old woman who developed severe DM complicated by aspiration pneumonia from dysphagia and acute kidney injury. The patient was unresponsive to corticosteroids and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy and developed TMA. In this case, immunofluorescence of skin biopsy revealed that complement activation was involved in the pathogenesis of DM. After 6 PEX therapies, thrombocytopenia improved. She was successfully treated by intensive care and PEX therapy. Conclusions PEX therapy was effective to treat TMA secondary to DM associated with complement activation.

scholarly journals Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Secondary Organizing Pneumonia after Severe SARS-CoV-2 Infection: A Case Report

Medicina ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 57 (10) ◽  
pp. 1013
Author(s):  
Tomoyuki Kimura ◽  
Chisato Onitsuka ◽  
Tomoko Kawahara ◽  
Yosuke Fukuda ◽  
Tetsuya Homma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Late Phase ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Favorable Outcome ◽  
Organizing Pneumonia ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Membrane Oxygenation ◽  
Life Threatening

(Background) COVID-19 is caused by SARS-CoV-2 infection and may result in unfavorable outcomes. A recent large-scale study showed that treatment with dexamethasone leads to favorable outcomes in patients with severe COVID-19, and the use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has also been shown to improve outcomes. Recently, secondary organizing pneumonia (SOP) has been reported after SARS-CoV-2 infection, but the diagnostic and treatment strategies are still unclear. (Case presentation) Here, we report a patient with severe COVID-19 who developed SOP even after the use of dexamethasone, for whom the introduction of ECMO on the 19th day after hospitalization led to a favorable outcome. (Conclusions) Life-threatening SOP may evolve even after the use of dexamethasone, and the late-phase introduction of ECMO may save such patients with COVID-19.

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