Publications by authors named "Ata-Ullah Khan"
Article Synopsis
- This case report discusses a rare situation where a 9-year-old boy with 1p36 deletion syndrome had a late-onset congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), which is usually detected in newborns.
- The boy initially showed symptoms like respiratory distress, abdominal pain, and vomiting, leading doctors to mistakenly diagnose him with tension pneumothorax before a CT scan revealed the true cause.
- The case emphasizes the need for awareness of late-presenting CDH in pediatric patients, as timely diagnosis and surgical treatment can significantly improve outcomes.
Objectives: To evaluate nationwide pediatric critical care facilities and resources in Pakistan.
Design: Cross-sectional observational study.
Setting: Accredited pediatric training facilities in Pakistan.
Background: Only few reported cases of tectocerebellar dysraphia with occipital encephalocele have been reported in the literature.
Case Presentation: Three month baby boy, the first child of healthy, consanguineous parents presented with a small swelling over the occipital region since birth. The child also used to have apneic spells without cyanosis and spontaneous recovery.