Sigmoid volvulus during pregnancy is an extremely rare condition that presents as intestinal obstruction and can lead to severe complications for both the mother and fetus if not promptly diagnosed and treated. To our knowledge, this is the first documented case in Yemen. We report a case of a 39-year-old pregnant woman at 32 weeks of gestation who presented with acute abdominal pain, constipation, and signs of peritonitis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAims: The prevalence, the aetiologies, and the clinical features of tricuspid regurgitation (TR) in the context of concomitant degenerative mitral valve (MV) disease are poorly defined. This paper aims to assess the prevalence, determinants, and clinical consequences of TR in severe degenerative mitral regurgitation (DMR).
Methods And Results: Clinical and echocardiographic characteristics were collected among patients with severe DMR.
A well-healed scar extends beyond a mere superficial concern, reflecting the precision and care underlying the surgery. This study addresses the lack of recent literature on the complete closure technique for external rhinoplasty scars, emphasizing its potential impact on patient satisfaction and overall aesthetic quality. The main purpose of this article was to introduce and assess the efficacy of a novel closing suture technique for external rhinoplasty and emphasize on 12 specific steps for wound closure.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe use of spreader flaps (SFs) is very helpful in middle vault reconstruction. The aim of the study was to evaluate the versatility of Apaydin classification of SFs on a patient population. This was a retrospective analysis which included 120 rhinoplasty cases.
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