Publications by authors named "Smaran S Teru"

Adenomyoepitheliomas of the breast are rare tumors that are characterized histologically as having both epithelial and myoepithelial components. While adenomyoepitheliomas are considered benign lesions, existing literature supports their potential for malignant transformation. These tumors also exhibit nonspecific and variable findings on noninvasive imaging, posing additional challenges in management.

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  • Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease (MOGAD) is an autoimmune disorder primarily affecting the central nervous system, particularly in children, causing symptoms like optic neuritis and encephalitis.
  • Timely diagnosis is complicated due to the variety of symptoms and the need to differentiate MOGAD from other conditions like multiple sclerosis for proper treatment.
  • A case study describes a 57-year-old male misdiagnosed with pseudotumor cerebri, who was later correctly diagnosed with MOGAD after serological testing revealed the condition following worsening vision issues.
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A pneumothorax is a medical condition characterized by the presence of free air in the pleural cavity. Pneumothorax can be classified as spontaneous, traumatic, or iatrogenic. Spontaneous pneumothorax sustained from a jiu-jitsu-induced blunt trauma has not been described in any sports literature.

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The facial nerve is the seventh of 12 cranial nerves found in the head and neck region that facilitates several nerve fibers and pathways to perform various functions. Iatrogenic facial nerve injury during surgeries of the head and neck is common, ranging from 4-6%, particularly in procedures that involve mobilization or resection of associated anatomical structures. Any injury to the facial nerve or its branches impacts the quality of life and patient satisfaction as the degree of iatrogenic injury may result in partial or complete facial nerve paralysis.

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Craniopharyngiomas are benign epithelial tumors derived from the suprasellar region of the brain. The classical presentation of midline craniopharyngiomas includes bitemporal hemianopsia. However, atypical presentations can lead to diagnosis delays and challenges in managing associated visual and endocrine deficits.

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