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Successful Treatment of Primary Acanthamoeba Cutis in a Patient With Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia on Acalabrutinib.
Am J Dermatopathol
December 2024
Department of Dermatology, Vagelos College of Physician and Surgeons of Columbia University and New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY; and.
Primary cutaneous amoebiasis is rare, and typically affects immunocompromised patients and presents with unique clinical and histopathologic changes. Untreated, the infection could progress to involve the central nervous system, which is almost universally fatal. We present a case of primary cutaneous acanthamoebiasis in a patient with chronic lymphocytic leukemia on acalabrutinib.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRetrospective clinical study on the efficacy and complications of interventional embolization in the treatment of scalp arteriovenous fistula.
Front Neurol
October 2024
Department of Vascular Surgery, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
Article Synopsis
- Scalp arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is a rare condition where an artery connects directly to a vein, leading to complications like pain and swelling; this study evaluates the treatment effectiveness of interventional embolization at Shandong Provincial Hospital.
- A retrospective analysis of 21 patients treated between 2018-2024 revealed that most used direct puncture, and ethanol was the most common substance employed, achieving an impressive cure rate of 85.71%.
- The study concludes that interventional embolization is a safe and effective option for scalp AVF, recommending future research to optimize treatment methods for better patient outcomes.
Mycobacterium abscessus Cutaneous Infection in the Immunosuppressed: A Case Report on an Atypical Pathogen.
J Am Podiatr Med Assoc
September 2024
†Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ.
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- Mycobacterium abscessus complex (MAbc) is a fast-growing bacterium that increasingly causes skin infections, and this report emphasizes the need for heightened awareness among healthcare professionals about its atypical presentations.
- A case study of a 69-year-old woman with an immune deficiency showed a unique presentation of a non-healing ulcer after an insect bite, which was misdiagnosed initially, and upon further investigation revealed MAbc.
- Despite prompt initiation of treatment based on culture results, the patient unfortunately died before therapy could be adjusted, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of MAbc in chronic, unresponsive wounds.
Concurrent Basal Cell Carcinoma Masquerading As Osteomyelitis of the Acromioclavicular Joint: A Rare Presentation.
Cureus
June 2024
Internal Medicine, Henry Ford Health System, Jackson, USA.
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- Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common skin cancer in the U.S., and regular self-examinations can improve treatment success.
- A case involving a 66-year-old man showed BCC misdiagnosed as osteomyelitis due to a long-term, non-healing shoulder wound, which was ultimately confirmed through biopsy.
- Effective treatment for BCC involves a mix of surgery, targeted therapies, and preventive measures, especially for individuals with high UV exposure risk, highlighting the need for vigilance in skin health monitoring.
Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans Arising From a Chronic Wound in the Left Shoulder: A Case Report.
Cureus
March 2024
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Lebanese University, Beirut, LBN.
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is a rare, slow-growing soft tissue sarcoma, typically presenting as a cutaneous lesion. However, its occurrence in chronic wounds is infrequently documented, posing diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. This report details the case of a 59-year-old female with no significant medical history, presenting with a chronic, non-healing wound on the left shoulder, persisting for three years.
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