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Case Series

Stress cardiomyopathy in post-operative patients, a case series with narrative review literature

Rashmi Ranjan Pattanayak*; K Smita Reddy; Biswabikash Mohanty

Stress cardiomyopathy, commonly known as apical ballooning syndrome, is a condition that is often triggered by stress factors, particularly in postmenopausal women. It mimics the symptoms of acute coronary syndrome. This article emphasizes the significance of identifying stress cardiomyopathy in post-operative patients and discussing its diagnosis and treatment options.

Short Report

Spontaneous pneumoperitoneum secondary to intestinal cystic pneumatosis: A case report

A Hudson*; R González; R Reyes

Pneumoperitoneum due to Intestinal Cystic Pneumatosis (ICP) is a rare cause of pneumoperitoneum. It is characterized by the accumulation of gas in cystic cavities within the intestinal wall, primarily affecting the small intestine and colon [1].

Case Report

Subxiphoid surgical drainage of TB induced pericardial effusion in an immunosuppressed patient in Cameroon: Case report and literature review

Mbenkum Achiri Tardzenyuy*; Lowe Kuissu Sépolin; Éla Bella Amos; Yepmo Nana Yanick

Mycobacterium Tuberculosis (TB) can present with unusual extrapulmonary manifestations, particularly in the context of immunosuppression. Pericarditis associated with pericardial effusion is a common extrapulmonary complication of Tuberculosis (TB) in developing countries like Cameroon.

Case Report

A rare case of recurrent colorectal cancer with multiple metachronous metastases to unusual anatomical sites: A case report

Sefr Roman*#; Krsicka Petr*#; Tomasek Jiri; Fiala Lukas; Nemeckova Jana; Nemec Libor; Sladek Filip; Jedlicka Vaclav

Metastases of colorectal cancer outside the liver and lungs are infrequent and only reported occasionally. We wish to report an exceptionally rare case of metachronous metastases sequentially affecting the ovary, gastric wall, and abdominal wall.

Case Report

Use of the abdominal re-approximation anchor system in a devastating penetrating abdominal injury

Troy T Ruff, MD; Paul T Albini, MD; Linda I Yala, MD; Andrew T Nguyen, MD; Sara B Edwards, MD, MS; Akihiro Sugiyama, MD*

The primary fascial closure of the open abdomen after damage control surgery following complex traumatic injury has been an evolving technique. This case report presents a 42-year-old female who sustained a left upper quadrant abdominal gunshot wound.

Short Commentary

The baby's hearing in the womb

Jan Myjkowski

The paper presents a brief description of developmental stages of the human hearing organ. Attention was brought to the mechanism of receiving and processing auditory in- formation in a child in the womb. Bekesy's travelling wave theory does not provide a sufficient explanation of these processes

Case Report

Pulmonary embolism provoked after sclerotherapy with polidocanol

Georgia Hardavella*; Vasiliki Skordia; Georgia Dionysopoulou; Ioannis Dimitroulis

We hereby present the case of a 29-year-old male with varicose veins who underwent foam sclerotherapy of his right lower extremity with polidocanol. After the procedure he presented to the emergency department with chest pain and dyspnoea.

Perspective

Enhancing clinical skills in obstetrics through the integration of intrapartum ultrasound: A resident's perspective

Asaf Romano*

As I approach the conclusion of my residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN), I reflect on the profound impact of Intrapartum Ultrasound (IPUS) on my clinical skills. While the widespread use of IPUS hasn't been definitively shown to improve perinatal outcomes [1,2], its promise in enhancing clinical skills and confidence is undeniable.

Case Report

A rare case of severe PID caused by Raoultella ornithinolytica and Bacteroides fragilis

Mamukadze I*; Weiler E; Lindsey H

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) is commonly caused by Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs); however, non-STI pathogens contribute to only 15% of cases. Polymicrobial infections can lead to severe PID owing to bacterial synergy. The identification of bacteria is crucial for guiding antibiotic treatment.

Case Report

Use of non-contact low frequency ultrasonic debridement on adult burn wounds: A case report

Senevirathne AMDSRU*; Ekanayake G; Samarathunga DR; Basnayake BMOD

Low Frequency Ultrasound Debridement (LFUD) is a less painful, less traumatic method of wound debridement by imploding pulsatile ultrasound shockwaves to a selected wound bed along with a wound irrigation solution. Apart from wound debridement, LFUD is capable of biofilm disruption and wound contraction.