Idiopathic Systemic Capillary Leak Syndrome: A Clinical Case.

Idiopathic systemic capillary leak syndrome (ISCLS) is a rare condition caused by the extravasation of intravascular fluids and proteins into the interstitial space due to increased vascular endothelium permeability. It is characterized by episodes of hypotension, hypoalbuminemia, and hemoconcentration with generalized edema. Its etiopathogenesis is unknown.

Non-Islet Cell Tumor Hypoglycemia Caused by Recurrent Pelvic Solitary Fibrous Tumor.

Non-islet cell tumor hypoglycemia is a rare paraneoplastic condition caused by an extra-pancreatic tumor. We report a rare case of hypoglycemia caused by a relapsing pelvic solitary fibrous tumor associated with Big-IGF-2 production. A 72-year-old woman was admitted to our hospital because of loss of consciousness and hypoglycemia.

A Phantom Opacity on Chest Radiograph.

Unlabelled: The authors present a case of phantom tumour of the lung. This is a type of pleural effusion where fluids accumulate in the interlobar fissures, typically in the transverse fissure. Its prompt recognition avoids additional, unnecessary or expensive examination and treatment mistakes.

Successful Management of Prosthetic Valve Endocarditis with Antibiotherapy Alone.

Objectives: To report a case of mechanical aortic prosthesis endocarditis successfully treated with antibiotics alone.Materials and methods: We describe a clinical case and present a review of the literature.

Results: A 60-year-old female farmer with a mechanical aortic prosthetic valve presented with low back pain and fever.