Comparative Analysis of Clinical and Radiologic Staging of Cervical Cancer: A Cross-Sectional Study in Ethiopia.

Background: Cervical cancer remains a significant challenge in developing countries, with many patients diagnosed at advanced stages. The clinical staging of cervical cancer is guided by the International Federation of Obstetrics and Gynecology (FIGO) guidelines, while computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) offer valuable supplemental information. This study aimed to evaluate the initial clinical and imaging stages of cervical cancer and to assess the agreement between these staging methods.

Urethral clear cell adenocarcinoma in an adult female: A rare case report.

Clear cell adenocarcinoma of the urethra is an extremely rare malignancy with a poor outcome, mainly affecting females in old age. We present the case of a 42-year-old female patient who presented with progressively worsening lower urinary tract symptoms, leading to a cystoscopy-guided core needle biopsy diagnosis of clear cell adenocarcinoma of the urethra. We will mainly discuss the cross-sectional imaging and pathological aspects of the case.

Armored brain as a late complication of CSF overshunting: A rare case report.

We hereby present a case of an 18-year-old patient who, following initial cerebrospinal fluid overshunting to relieve a congenital hydrocephalus for Dandy-Walker malformation, developed chronic calcified subdural hematoma or an armored brain as a late complication. Chronic calcified subdural hematoma or armored brain is generally rare, and it is even rarer after overshunting. In this report, we present a rare case of bilateral chronic subdural hematoma, also known as "armored brain", 18 years after a ventriculoperitoneal shunt was placed during infancy.

Symptomatic vascular ring due to double aortic arch: A report of two cases.

Vascular ring anomalies, represented mainly by the double aortic arch (DAA), account for about 1% of congenital cardiovascular anomalies and are characterized by tracheoesophageal compression due to encircling vascular or ligamentous structures. These anomalies arise from the failure of the right fourth aortic arch to regress during embryonic development, leading to symptoms ranging from respiratory distress to dysphagia. Diagnostic imaging includes chest radiography, CT, MRI, and echocardiography, each with specific considerations, especially in pediatric patients.

A rare case of primary hydatid disease in the cervical paravertebral compartment.

Hydatid disease is a common parasitic illness. The paravertebral region is rarely involved. After presenting with chronic posterior upper neck swelling, a 28-year-old male patient underwent successful surgical treatment for a primary hydatid disease of the cervical paravertebral compartment after he presented with chronic posterior neck pain.

Post radiotherapy femoral head avascular necrosis.

Osteonecrosis is the death of bone cells due to insufficient blood supply; radiotherapy for various underlying malignancies is one of the uncommon causes. Microvascular damage or underlying tissue fibrosis, which leads to an ischemic environment and cell death, is a proposed mechanism. Factors influencing risk of radiation induced AVN include type of radiation whether external beam radiotherapy or brachytherapy, age of the patient, included body part and concomitant additional steroid or chemotherapy treatment.

Arborized pattern of MRI enhancement in spinal cord schistosomiasis: A report of 2 successful case outcomes.

This case report describes 2 patients with spinal cord schistosomiasis diagnosed based on a magnetic resonance imaging finding of a unique arborized type of postcontrast enhancement. Both patients presented with back pain and lower limb weakness, and prompt treatment with an anti-schistomal agent and steroid resulted in significant neurological and radiological improvement. The report emphasizes the role of imaging in the early diagnosis of spinal cord schistosomiasis, as well as the importance of early treatment for the best clinical outcomes.

Castleman disease of the renal hilum: A rare case report.

Castleman's disease is a rare benign lymphangioproliferative disorder. The hyaline vascular subtype has a better outcome and is curable after surgical resection. Typically, Castleman disease manifests in the thorax, with rare reports of a renal hilum location.

Intrathoracic extension of a chest wall Lipoblastoma in an infant: A rare case report.

We report the case of a 9-month-old female infant who presented with a history of enlarging chest wall mass secondary to a lipoblastoma with intrathoracic extension. The baby was successfully treated with a surgical resection. Chest wall lipoblastomas with intrathoracic extension are quite uncommon, with few reports available to date.

Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor with solitary splenic metastasis and synchronous renal cell carcinoma: A rare case report.

Synchronous pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors and renal cell cancer are extremely rare. Von-Hipple-Landau syndrome is a major association. A 43-year-old male patient with left upper quadrant pain and significant weight loss was diagnosed with a synchronous pancreatic tail neuroendocrine tumor with solitary splenic metastasis and a clear-cell renal cell carcinoma of the left kidney.

Unusual Configuration of a Giant Trans-Spatial Pancreatic Pseudocyst with Spontaneous Shrinkage: A Rare Case Report.

Pancreatic pseudocysts are benign lesions that typically originate within the pancreatic parenchyma, or peripancreatic tissue. They commonly occur following recurrent episodes of pancreatitis or trauma. In this article, we present a case of a giant pancreatic pseudocyst with unusual trans-spatial extensions and spontaneous size decrement in a 40-year-old male patient with a history of alcohol abuse.

Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis: A rare cause of intestinal obstruction in 2 patients.

Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis is a very rare cause of intestinal obstruction. It usually follows peritoneal dialysis. The idiopathic form is also called abdominal cocoon and is more common in tropical and subtropical regions.

Dot-in-circle sign in cervical actinomycotic mycetoma: An extremely rare case report.

Actinomycosis is an unusual, chronic granulomatous infection caused by spp. The organism also causes mycetoma, a neglected tropical disease in endemic regions. We present a very uncommon case of extensive actinomycosis of the soft tissues in the neck with perivertebral extension that showed the dot-in-circle sign on magnetic resonance imaging.

Adherence and factors influencing adherence to glaucoma medications among adult glaucoma patients in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Intraocular pressure is the only modifiable risk factor for the development and progression of glaucoma. Raised intraocular pressure could cause progressive visual field loss and blindness if left uncontrolled. Adherence to ocular hypotensive medications is vital to prevent optic nerve damage and its consequences.

Intraocular tuberculosis masquerading as ocular tumor: A case report.

Tuberculosis is one of the most common pediatric problems, especially in the developing world. In spite of that, intraocular tuberculosis is a rare disease that can easily be confused with other noninfectious processes, even in regions where tuberculosis is rampant. Diagnosis is difficult, yet it is very important to provide effective antituberculosis treatment and avoid potentially sight-losing interventions.

Rare presentation of a rare disease: Bilateral congenital lobar overinflation.

Congenital lobar overinflation is a rare but well-recognized congenital cause of neonatal and infantile respiratory distress. At times, the condition can mimic other congenital or acquired diseases and have atypical distribution and imaging patterns. Lobectomy of the involved lobe(s) is curative.

Lateral sinus pericranii with internal jugular vein communication.

An abnormal communication between the extra and intracranial venous structures in the head is called sinus pericranii. The condition usually involves the frontal superior sagittal sinus. Occurrence in the lateral scalp is an uncommon pattern.