Publications by authors named "Francisco E Alvarez-Bautista"

Fulminant amoebic colitis is a rare complication of amoebiasis that carries a high mortality rate. Its diagnosis is challenging and requires a high index of suspicion, and its early recognition is a priority to provide timely medical and surgical treatment. We present the case of a male patient who came to the emergency department with unspecific clinical presentation of abdominal pain, systemic inflammatory response and imaging study showing intestinal perforation of the right colon.

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Anatomical variations of the biliary tree pose diagnostic and treatment challenges. While most are harmless and often discovered incidentally during procedures, some can lead to clinical issues and biliary complications, making knowledge of these variants crucial to prevent surgical mishaps. Here, we present an unusual and clinically significant case.

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Article Synopsis
  • - Colonic lipomas are rare, non-cancerous fatty tumors found in the colon, with most cases showing no symptoms, though about 25% can cause issues.
  • - Surgical removal of the affected section is the preferred treatment for these lipomas.
  • - The report discusses three adult patients who experienced colonic intussusception due to lipomas, who all underwent surgery and were diagnosed through tissue analysis.
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