Publications by authors named "Basel Zaben"
Biliary atresia with rare associations: a case report and literature review.
Ann Med Surg (Lond)
November 2024
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- Herlyn-Werner-Wunderlich (HWW) syndrome is a rare condition some girls are born with that affects their reproductive system and kidneys.
- A 19-year-old girl with this syndrome had stomach pain and problems with her vagina, and doctors found she had two of some organs and one kidney missing.
- After surgery to fix her health problems, she was able to get pregnant and had a healthy baby, showing that early treatment is very important for women with HWW syndrome.
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- DADA2 (deficiency of adenosine deaminase 2) is a rare genetic disorder caused by mutations in the ADA2 gene, mainly affecting children under 10 but can also occur in adults, leading to diverse clinical symptoms across multiple organ systems.
- An 18-year-old female with DADA2 presented with symptoms including flank pain, fever, and kidney issues, with genetic testing confirming the diagnosis.
- Recognizing DADA2's varied manifestations is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment, especially in patients with unexplained kidney problems, which can significantly improve patient outcomes.
Mature Cystic Teratoma of Anterior Mediastinum in a Child: A Case Report and Literature Review.
J Investig Med High Impact Case Rep
September 2024
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- * A case of a 10-year-old girl with chest pain led to the discovery of a large anterior mediastinal mass, which was successfully removed through surgery.
- * These teratomas present diagnostic challenges due to vague symptoms and diverse imaging features, emphasizing the need for early detection and careful monitoring post-surgery.
Jejunoileal atresia, a common cause of neonatal intestinal obstruction, typically manifests shortly after birth. This case report highlights a rare instance of a late preterm female neonate presenting with type 4 jejunoileal atresia along with proximal rectal atresia, an exceedingly uncommon combination. Initial symptoms included bilious emesis and failure to pass meconium, leading to surgical correction of jejunoileal atresia.
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