Publications by authors named "C Villias"

Endometriosis is the abnormal existence of functional uterine mucosal tissue outside the uterus. It is a usual disorder of women in reproductive age which is mainly located in the female genital tract. Hepatic endometriosis is one of the rarest disorders characterized by the presence of ectopic endometrium in the liver.

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  • Primary epiploic appendagitis (PEA) is a rare, non-surgical abdominal condition that can mimic surgical emergencies, often leading to misdiagnosis and unnecessary operations.
  • A case study of a 44-year-old man with localized left lower quadrant pain illustrates PEA's characteristics, as he displayed sharp, non-radiating pain without accompanying symptoms like nausea or fever.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed through abdominal CT, revealing a specific oval lesion and hyperdense ring near the sigmoid colon, emphasizing the need for accurate identification of PEA to prevent mismanagement.
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An inguinoscrotal hernia is a common disorder that usually contains intraperitoneal organs (small intestine, colon, appendix, ovaries). Extraperitoneal ureteral herniation into an inguinoscrotal hernia is a rare condition and often associated with congenital abnormalities or postoperative anatomic changes. A high index of suspicion is needed in order to avoid intraoperative ureteric injuries.

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The inguinoscrotal hernia with colonic malignancy in the sac presents rare but severe consequence. The most common side of this type of hernia is the left one while the most common part of the large bowel is the sigmoid colon. The clinical picture can be easily confused with simple inguinoscrotal hernia unless the clinician is alert to the presence of certain sinister symptoms and signs.

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