Introduction: Pericecal hernia is a rare type of internal hernia and may present with unspecific signs and symptoms. Thus, preoperative recognition of pericecal hernias can be challenging and difficult.
Case Presentation: We present a case of pericecal hernia in a rare location that was managed laparoscopically.
Introduction: Allergic fungal sinusitis (AFS) is a result of an inflammatory reaction to fungi in the nasal and paranasal sinuses. Although the causative agents of AFS vary, Exserohilum species are among the rare ones, as only a few cases have ever been reported a few times in the literature. The objective of this report is to highlight this unusual fungal type causing unilateral AFS in Saudi Arabia.
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Introduction: Retropharyngeal pseudomeningocele is a very rare form of pseudomeningocele, that is known to be associated with cervical trauma. Identifying such pathology can be challenging leading to delayed management.
Case Presentation: We report a case of post-traumatic retropharyngeal pseudomeningocele that was managed surgically in a 21-year-old gentleman with poly-trauma injuries due to a motor vehicle accident.
Valgus slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is very infrequent, and it is characterized by a superolateral displacement of the epiphysis on the metaphysis. To date, less than 100 cases of valgus SCFE have been described in the literature. Bilaterality of valgus SCFE is extremely rare, and it presents management challenges to the treating orthopedic surgeons.
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