Intrapericardial Diaphragmatic Hernia Following the Convergence Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation.

This case report highlights a very rare variant of diaphragmatic hernia, namely, an intrapericardial diaphragmatic hernia, which can arise as a complication of the convergence procedure. A 77-year-old man, presenting with chronic shortness of breath and fatigue, was unexpectedly found to have herniation of the transverse colon into the pericardial cavity through a diaphragmatic-pericardial defect. The diaphragmatic defect was repaired with mesh via robotic surgery.

Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Systemic Sclerosis Overlap: A Unique Clinical Presentation.

Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease (KFD), or histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis (HNL), is a rare self-limiting disorder presenting with fever and swollen lymph nodes. It is characterized by the focal proliferation of reticular cells, the presence of nuclear debris, and histiocytes. In advanced cases, it can present with hepato-splenomegaly and generalized lymphadenopathy.

Ceftriaxone-Induced Reversible Agranulocytosis: A Case Report and Review of Drug-Induced Agranulocytosis.

In the modern era of medicine, agranulocytosis is a rare occurrence. Despite significant improvement in patient survival, it still carries significant mortality. Agranulocytosis is most commonly caused by chemotherapeutic agents and numerous non-chemo drugs.