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Fistulae Secondary to Vaginal Pessary Use for Pelvic Organ Prolapse: A Systematic Review.
Int Urogynecol J
January 2025
Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Norfolk & Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Norwich, UK.
Introduction And Hypothesis: Urogenital and rectovaginal fistulae are rare complications of pessary use for pelvic organ prolapse (POP). This systematic review investigates the prevalence of these complications in patients using pessary for POP, potential risk factors and approaches to their investigation and management.
Methods: All studies in English reporting urogenital or rectovaginal fistulae secondary to pessaries for POP were eligible for inclusion.
A biodegradable polymer plug for liver tract embolization after percutaneous or surgical placement of transhepatic biliary drainage tubes: a feasibility study.
Rofo
January 2025
Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany.
To evaluate the feasibility of liver tract embolization after transhepatic biliary drainage using a biodegradable polymer plug (IMPEDE-FX, Shape Memorial Medical, Santa Clara, CA, USA).In a retrospective observational study, 15 plug embolizations were performed in 13 patients at risk for tract-related adverse events (AEs). Risk factors included coagulopathy, cirrhosis, central bile duct puncture, previous drain-related bleeding, malignant obstruction, large tract diameter, or multilevel strictures.
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J Vasc Access
January 2025
Clinic for Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, University Clinical Center of Serbia, Belgrade, Serbia.
Introduction: In many countries, hemodialysis is still the most common method of renal replacement. Significant regional variations exist in creating and maintaining vascular access for hemodialysis. Therefore, analyzing national registries with vascular access data is essential for developing effective national treatment strategies.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCavernous Sinus Syndrome in a Traumatic Dissecting Aneurysm of the Internal Carotid Artery.
Cureus
December 2024
Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital University Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, MYS.
We report a rare case of a missed intracavernous internal carotid artery dissecting aneurysm occurring as a complication of the base of skull fracture with severe brain injury causing acute cavernous sinus syndrome with permanent vision loss. A 31-year-old Myanmar lady had an alleged motor vehicle accident and suffered severe traumatic brain injury with multiple intracranial bleeds, multiple facial bone and base of skull fractures, and limb fractures. At one week post-trauma, she had severe right eye proptosis with vision loss, ophthalmoplegia, chemosis, and high intraocular pressure.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCarotid Cavernous Fistula and Its Association With Spine Surgery: A Case Report.
Cureus
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Department of Neurosurgery, ProMedica Toledo Hospital, Toledo, USA.
A carotid cavernous fistula (CCF) is a disruption in the carotid arteries within the cavernous sinus. The pooling of blood in the sinus causes a myriad of neurological deficits. When correctly diagnosed, this condition can be easily managed through surgical intervention.
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