Publications by authors named "Teresa Abegao"
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- Splenic artery pseudoaneurysm (SAP) is a serious and uncommon condition that can occur as a complication of pancreatitis, posing a significant risk of rupture and death.
- Timely diagnosis and treatment are essential, often using endovascular methods like embolization.
- A case study of a 46-year-old woman with chronic pancreatitis highlighted successful treatment of a ruptured SAP with hydrocoil embolization, leading to her full recovery.
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- Neurosyphilis (NS) is a rare but serious infection of the central nervous system caused by syphilis, with manifestations ranging from asymptomatic to severe neurological issues like syphilitic meningitis or strokes.
- A case study reports a patient who suffered an ischemic stroke linked to NS, despite normal initial imaging; the diagnosis was confirmed through cerebrospinal fluid analysis, and treatment was started with ceftriaxone.
- The case emphasizes the need for early detection and treatment of NS, especially in stroke patients, to prevent further complications and recurrence of strokes.
AN 84-YEAR-OLD PATIENT WITH CAROLI SYNDROME: WHAT IS THE PROGNOSIS OF THIS CONDITION?
Eur J Case Rep Intern Med
February 2023
Unlabelled: Caroli disease is a rare congenital pathology caused by mutation of the PKHD1 gene (polycystic kidney and hepatic disease 1), also responsible for autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease. Characterized by segmental and multifocal dilatation of the large intrahepatic bile ducts, classic disease involves only malformation of the biliary tract. The association with congenital hepatic fibrosis is called Caroli syndrome.
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- - Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) is a serious condition that can arise after cancer treatment, leading to the rapid breakdown of cancer cells and the release of harmful substances into the bloodstream, causing severe metabolic imbalances like high potassium and uric acid levels.
- - A 63-year-old man with a history of colorectal cancer developed TLS after chemotherapy, presenting with chest pain and signs of acute kidney injury, but without myocardial injury markers, showcasing the syndrome's complex presentation.
- - The standard treatment for TLS involves hydration and drugs to lower uric acid, with rasburicase being the preferred option; however, the patient was treated with allopurinol since rasburicase was unavailable, and his condition improved over
Bezoars are conglomerates of undigested contents that accumulate in the gastrointestinal tract. They can have different compositions, such as fibers, seeds, vegetables (phytobezoars), hair (trichobezoars), and medication (pharmacobezoars). Bezoars are typically caused by an impaired grinding mechanism of the stomach or interdigestive migrating motor complex, but the composition of ingested material can also play a role in their formation.
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