Publications by authors named "G Kharrasse"
Rectal migration of an intrauterine device (IUD) is a rare but potentially serious complication requiring prompt diagnosis and management. We present a rare case of rectal migration of an intrauterine device (IUD) in a 26-year-old female, highlighting the clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, laparoscopic removal, and postoperative outcomes. This case emphasizes the critical importance of vigilant monitoring, early intervention, and close follow-up in managing IUD migration to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHermansky-Pudlak syndrome (HPS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by oculocutaneous albinism, bleeding diathesis, and multiorgan involvement. Granulomatous enterocolitis may occur in a subset of patients. Distinguishing HPS from other diseases such as Crohn's disease can be challenging, and managing HPS-associated colitis is complex.
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- - Eosinophilic ascites (EA) is a rare condition marked by high eosinophil levels in abdominal fluid, often linked to eosinophilic gastroenteritis and parasitic infections.
- - Two cases from a gastroenterology department illustrate EA: one patient improved with Albendazole after diagnosis, while another showed positive results from empirical treatment for eosinophilic leukocytosis.
- - Effective diagnosis of EA relies on lab analysis and histological methods, with corticosteroids used as a main treatment after addressing any underlying parasitic infections, highlighting the importance of educational efforts to prevent such infections.
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- The study evaluated serum albumin levels within 24 hours of admission in 371 patients with acute pancreatitis to determine their impact on outcomes and mortality over a 5-year period.
- Findings revealed that 33.4% of patients had hypoalbuminemia, which was linked to older age and higher rates of complications, such as systemic inflammatory response syndrome and pleural effusion.
- The results suggest that low serum albumin levels are a significant indicator for predicting persistent organ failure and increased mortality in acute pancreatitis cases.
Osler-Weber-Rendu disease (OWRD), also known as hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT), is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder characterised by arteriovenous malformations in several organs. Ischemic cholangitis is a rare life-threatening complication of OWRD, with only a few documented cases in the literature. A liver transplant is the main curative treatment.
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