Publications by authors named "Bhumika Bheemavarapu"

Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations (PAVMs) are abnormal vascular connections between the pulmonary arteries and pulmonary veins. Despite their relatively uncommon incidence, PAVMs should be considered in the differential diagnosis of children presenting with cyanosis due to the life-threatening complications posed by paradoxical emboli. The primary management approach involves eliminating the abnormal connections, either through surgical or endovascular methods.

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Goldenhar syndrome, also known as oculo-auriculo-vertebral syndrome, is a rare congenital disorder characterized by craniofacial anomalies, ear malformations, and ocular abnormalities. It is also associated with multiple system involvement, including the central nervous system, renal, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal systems. This case report presents a detailed description of a preterm female neonate diagnosed with Goldenhar syndrome.

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  • Ascariasis, a parasitic infection caused by a helminth, is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, often linked to poverty and poor sanitation.* ! -
  • While it generally resides harmlessly in the small intestine, it can cause severe complications like intestinal blockage and can even migrate to other organs, leading to conditions such as cholangitis and pancreatitis.* ! -
  • A case study describes a 4.5-year-old boy from India who experienced acute abdominal pain, vomiting, and constipation due to ascariasis, showing the infection's impact on children's health.* !
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Stiff person syndrome (SPS) is an extremely rare disease that presents with episodic painful muscle spasms and progressive muscle rigidity. Recent evidence suggests that SPS can rarely manifest with life-threatening respiratory complications. However, the pathophysiology behind respiratory failure in SPS is still not clearly understood.

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