Introduction And Importance: Chondrosarcomas are the third most frequent malignant bone tumors. With pelvic bones being their most common primary location, diagnosis and treatment of these tumors is especially challenging due to the diverse clinical manifestations and involvement of critical anatomic structures. We present the case of a grade III pelvic chondrosarcoma of the left iliopubic branch managed through a multidisciplinary approach.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction And Importance: Persistent left superior vena cava (PLSVC) is a rare vascular anomaly that affects systemic venous circulation. PLSVC typically is asymptomatic as the return of venous blood to the right atrium occurs through the coronary sinus. It is important to possess a comprehensive understanding of drainage as it can present challenges in catheter placement on the right side of the heart, aiming to prevent potential complications.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Non-operative management has been suggested as a therapy for uncomplicated appendicitis. Notwithstanding, the risk of missing an appendiceal tumor must be considered, being the surgical piece crucial to rule out neoplasms. Therefore, we aim to determine the incidence of appendiceal neoplasms in patients with acute appendicitis, tumor types and the importance of the anatomopathological study of the surgical piece.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInt J Surg Case Rep
September 2023
Introduction: Bronchogenic cysts (BCs) are rare congenital lesions that originate from the tracheobronchial bud and can be found in any organ derived from the embryonic foregut. Complete surgical excision is the treatment of choice, and the definitive diagnosis is established by histopathological examination.
Presentation Of The Case: 41-year-old female with diastolic arterial hypertension and a heterogeneous mass, with multiple calcifications and a solid component with well-defined regular contours.