Publications by authors named "Meenakshi Chandak"

Another name for the Puestow surgery is a lateral pancreaticojejunostomy. The primary pancreatic duct, which runs from the head to the tail of the organ, is opened, exposing the pancreas. In order to allow the pancreas to empty straight into the intestines, the opening of the pancreatic duct is subsequently joined to a tiny intestinal loop.

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Folliculitis decalvans (FD) is a rare disease that causes inflammation on the scalp, leading to scarring alopecia. It commonly affects young and middle-aged men and is characterized by pustules, papules, scarring, hemorrhagic crusts, and erosions. The exact cause of FD is not fully understood, but it is believed that may play a role in its development.

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Subgaleal lipomas are an uncommon type of benign soft tissue tumour. They typically present as painless, slow-growing masses in the subcutaneous plane beneath the galea aponeurotica of the scalp. This case report presents a rare subgaleal lipoma in a 50-year-old female patient with a chief complaint of painful swelling on her forehead above the left eyebrow.

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Breast fibroadenomas, common benign conditions, exhibit distinct clinical and histopathological features. This review highlights clinical presentation and histology correlations, providing insights for healthcare providers. Palpable masses, pain, and changes in breast appearance align with glandular and stromal components, emphasizing accurate diagnosis.

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Chronic lower limb lymphedema is a challenging and often debilitating medical condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the extremities, leading to persistent swelling and discomfort. While this condition can be caused by various underlying factors, early diagnosis, and appropriate management are crucial for improving the patient's quality of life. This case report presents the successful surgical management of chronic lower limb lymphedema in a 30-year-old male patient who had been grappling with this condition for a decade.

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Cutaneous leiomyomas are known to arise from three locations viz, arrector pili muscle, dartos muscle in the scrotal sac, and smooth muscle layer of blood vessels. Cutaneous piloleiomyoma (arising from arrector pili) is an uncommon benign skin tumor presenting clinically as a single or numerous painful nodules. They can either appear diffuse or zosteriform/segmental in rare cases.

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