Publications by authors named "M Houcine Othmane"

Introduction And Importance: Dieulafoy's lesion is a rare but serious cause of gastrointestinal bleeding, typically affecting older adults. It involves an aberrant arteriole eroding the gastric mucosa, resulting in severe, recurrent bleeding that poses diagnostic and management challenges. We present a case report of massive gastrointestinal hemorrhage with hemodynamic instability associated with a Dieulafoy's lesion.

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Introduction And Importance: Diverticular disease of the appendix is a rare condition often mistaken for acute appendicitis, with most cases diagnosed incidentally during histopathology, underscoring the importance of comprehensive pathological evaluation for accurate diagnosis.

Case Presentation: A 34-year-old male presented with one day of periumbilical pain migrating to the right iliac fossa, without vomiting or bowel changes. Clinical examination revealed tenderness in the RIF.

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Article Synopsis
  • Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are rare tumors in the digestive tract, making up only 1% of gastrointestinal tumors, with jejunal GISTs being even less common.
  • A unique case involved a 60-year-old woman who experienced severe gastrointestinal bleeding due to two jejunal GISTs, which were diagnosed after normal initial endoscopy but confirmed through imaging and jejunoscopy.
  • The case underscores the importance of recognizing rare presentations of GISTs, as well as the need for surgery and advanced diagnostic tools for effective treatment and management.
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Introduction And Importance: Colonoscopy, while generally safe, can rarely lead to severe complications such as splenic injury. This article reports a case of splenic injury post-colonoscopy, highlighting clinical challenges, diagnostic approaches, and treatment strategies. The goal is to raise awareness among healthcare professionals and enhance knowledge on managing such complications.

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Introduction And Importance: Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health concern, particularly in low-income countries like Tunisia, despite advancements in healthcare and antibiotic accessibility. Gastrointestinal tuberculosis, although rare, can affect various parts of the gastrointestinal tract, with perianal involvement being exceptionally uncommon. We present a case of isolated perianal tuberculosis, emphasizing the complexities in diagnosis and management.

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