Acquired abdominal intercostal hernia: a case report and literature review.

Acquired abdominal intercostal hernia (AAIH) is a rare disease phenomenon where intra-abdominal contents reach the intercostal space directly from the peritoneal cavity through an acquired defect in the abdominal wall musculature and fascia. We discuss a case of a 51-year-old obese female who arrived to the emergency room with a painful swelling between her left 10th rib and 11th rib. She gave a history of a stab wound to the area 15 years earlier.

Medication errors in the homes of children with chronic conditions.

Background: Children with chronic conditions often have complex medication regimens, usually administered at home by their parents.

Objective: To describe the types of medication errors in the homes of children with chronic conditions. METHODS Our home visit methods include direct observation of administration, medication review and prescription dose checking.