Malignant fibrous histiocytoma of the heart: a rare case report of an aggressive cardiac sarcoma mimicking myxoma.

Background: Primary cardiac tumours are rare, with an incidence ranging from 0.001% to 0.03%.

Heterotaxy syndrome, dextrocardia, ureteropelvic obstruction, endometriosis, and pulmonary hypertension in an adult with congenital heart defects: a case report.

Background: Heterotaxia is characterized by an abnormal positioning of the thoracic and/or abdominal organs, resulting in various physiological and hemodynamic implications. Congenital heart disease involves structural irregularities in the heart or major vessels within the chest, leading to functional challenges.

Case Presentation: We present a 26-year-old Arab female patient with a complex medical history involving heterotaxy, dextrocardia, congenital heart disease, and ureteropelvic junction obstruction diagnosed in her first year of life, followed by the identification of endometriosis in her early twenties.

Polycystic ovary syndrome negatively affects sexual function and lower urinary tract symptoms in syrian women: a case-control study.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most prevalent endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age worldwide, and its related features like obesity, mental health issues and hyperandrogenism may contribute to inadequately investigated health problems such as sexual dysfunction (SD) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Therefore, this study examined the impact of PCOS on sexual function (SF) and lower urinary tract in Syrian women by recruiting a total of 178 women of reproductive age, of whom 88 were diagnosed with PCOS according to the Rotterdam criteria and 90 without PCOS were considered as the control group. Female sexual function index (FSFI) and Bristol Female Lower Urinary Tract Symptom Questionnaire (BFLUTS) were used to assess SF and LUTS respectively.

Modifiable Risk Factors for Stroke in Syria: A Nationwide Multi-centre Case-Control Study.

Stroke is the second-leading cause of death worldwide, including in Syria, and the third-leading cause of death and disability combined. With approximately 90% of strokes worldwide linked to modifiable risk factors, identifying and quantifying these factors within a specific population is essential for effective prevention. This is the first study to investigate primary risk factors for stroke in Syria.

Concurrent Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia: Management Challenges and Clinical Insights: A Rare Case Report.

The simultaneous occurrence of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is exceedingly rare, with an incidence of less than 1%. We report the case of a 50-year-old patient newly diagnosed with this uncommon combination. This case underscores the complexity and infrequency of this dual diagnosis, highlighting the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges it presents.

Obesity and its related factors among university medical students in Syria: A cross-sectional study.

Introduction: Obesity is a worldwide pandemic that has many contributing factors. There is very scarce data available on this issue for the population in Syria. We aim to evaluate the body mass index and related obesity rates of medical students as they are the role model for the general population.

Childhood Transverse Myelitis with Atypical Fever Presentation: A Case Report.

Transverse myelitis (TM) is a rare inflammatory spinal cord disorder, particularly uncommon in children. It is characterized by symptoms such as motor weakness, sensory disturbances, and autonomic dysfunction. This report describes a 10-year-old male presenting with bilateral lower limb weakness, urinary and fecal incontinence, and high-grade fever.

A rare presentation of hydatid cyst disease at the thigh: a case report from Syria.

Introduction And Importance: Hydatid cyst disease is a zoonotic disease caused by and is recognized as a significant health issue in many countries, particularly Mediterranean countries. Hydatid cysts in the musculoskeletal system are rare, with only a few reported cases. These usually occur as secondary cysts resulting from the hematogenous dissemination from primary sites.

Opalski syndrome: a rare variant of Wallenberg syndrome: a case report and literature review.

Background: Opalski syndrome is a rare variant of Wallenberg syndrome (lateral medullary syndrome) that demonstrates concomitant ipsilateral hemiplegia due to infarctions within the lateral medulla and the cervical spinal cord, which also extend to the post-pyramidal decussation to affect the corticospinal tract.

Case Presentation: A 56-year-old man initially presented with a unilateral headache with right cervical pain. Consequently, he developed symptoms that indicate Wallenberg syndrome: vertigo, dysphonia, dysarthria, right limb ataxia with a tendency to fall, and ptosis, in addition to ipsilateral hemiparesis.

Effective surgical management of gastric outlet obstruction symptoms caused by annular pancreas in an adult female: A case report.

Introduction: Annular pancreas (AP) is a rare condition that usually is not associated with symptoms in adults. However, in some patients, AP may cause non-specific symptoms such as abdominal pain and vomiting, making its diagnosis challenging. The current case report presents a challenging diagnosis of an AP case and surgical management of it by performing duodenoduodenostomy.

A rare case of Ewing's sarcoma primary of the cervical spine in a 1-year-old child: A case report and literature review.

Introduction And Significance: Ewing sarcoma is a rare and malignant bone tumor that can primarily affect the cervical spine. Symptoms may not always be present, but muscle weakness is a critical indicator of disease progression and necessitates urgent surgical intervention to relieve pressure on the spinal cord.

Case Presentation: We present a case of a child who experienced sudden muscle weakness in the left upper limb.

A rare presentation and treatment challenges for multiple myeloma in down syndrome: A case report and literature review.

Down syndrome (DS), characterized by trisomy 21, significantly increases susceptibility to leukemia, although the occurrence of multiple myeloma (MM) in DS is exceedingly rare. This report details the case of a 45-year-old female with DS who was diagnosed with MM, highlighting diagnostic and therapeutic complexities. It emphasizes the importance of tailored therapeutic strategies for treating MM in individuals with DS and the need for specialized approaches in these cases.

Integrated Approaches in the Management of Gastrointestinal Disorders: A Biopsychosocial Perspective.

Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), gastritis/peptic ulcer disease (PUD), and celiac disease, significantly impact global health and economic stability. This review synthesizes current literature to elucidate the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic challenges, and management strategies of these prevalent conditions. Through a biopsychosocial lens, we examine the role of the gut microbiome in disease modulation and explore innovative therapeutic advancements, including microbiome-targeting interventions.

Carcinoma in situ within the bladder trigone with an isolated metastasis to the prostate without involvement of prostatic urethra: a unique case report.

Background: Carcinoma in situ of the bladder is a high-grade cancer that originates in the superficial layer of the bladder. It has the potential to invade nearby organs, and it can spread through blood and lymphatic circulation to distant parts of the body.

Case Presentation: A 58-year-old non-smoker male presented with gross and microscopic hematuria.

A rare variation of common hepatic artery identified during pancreaticoduodenectomy: a case report and literature review from Syria.

Introduction: It is common for the liver to be supplied blood by a hepatic artery branching off the coeliac trunk. Occasionally, a replaced common hepatic artery (RCHA), emerges from the superior mesenteric artery (SMA), can supply the liver in 1.5-4.

A rare case of Ganglion cyst in the thigh in a 44-year-old woman: A case report and literature review.

Introduction And Significance: Ganglion cysts in the thigh area are uncommon, typically occurring in the wrist and ankle. These cysts are usually painless but may compress nearby structures, causing discomfort. Ultrasound is a valuable tool to differentiate ganglion cysts from hematomas and lipomas.

Management of patellar instability using knee arthroscopy and combined anterior and medial tibial tubercle transfer: A case report and literature review.

Introduction And Significance: The Fulkerson osteotomy, also known as anteromedial tibial tubercle transfer, is a surgical procedure used to address patellar instability. It aims to restore the extensor mechanism of the knee, primarily benefiting patients with recurrent patellar dislocations.

Case Presentation: We present a case of a patient with chronic recurrent patellar dislocation.

Myeloid sarcoma in brain and optic nerve presented as a relapse of acute myeloid leukemia: A case report.

Myeloid sarcoma (MS) is a rare extramedullary infiltration of acute myeloid leukemia (AML). We present a case of 19-year-old male with AML-M2 who relapse with AML sarcoma in brain and optic nerve. MS as AML extramedullary relapse had a poor prognosis.

Wide en-bloc thymectomy and venous axis reconstruction in Masaoka stage IIIB thymoma: a case report and literature review.

Thymomas are rare tumors originating from thymic tissue and rarely metastasize. They can be diagnosed either incidentally or symptomatically when compressing or invading nearby structure. A 36-year-old man presented with significant high-grade fever, chest pain that worsens upon lying down, and dyspnea.

Concurrent ascending colon adenocarcinoma and colonic tuberculosis: a case report from Syria.

Introduction And Importance: Tuberculosis (TB) has been one of the most devastating diseases to humanity in recent decades; although pulmonary infection is the most common, infection of any other organ is familiar as well. Colon cancer is another disease affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) system and mostly targets people over 50. Only a few studies mentioned the co-existence of cancer and TB occurring at the same place and time.

Multiple Hereditary Exostoses instigating a popliteal pseudoaneurysm in a young Middle Eastern male: A case report and literature review.

Introduction And Importance: Multiple Hereditary Exostoses is a rare autosomal dominant bone disorder that predominantly affects males at an incidence of (1:50,000 to 1:100,000) in Western populations. The etiology is owed to mutations in the EXT gene group, specifically EXT1 and EXT2 which cause the formation of Osteochondromas. Diagnosis is typically established in childhood.

A chronic myeloid leukemia present with an unusual relapse in central nervous system: A case report.

Extramedullary involvement of the central nervous system (CNS) in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) is an uncommon relapse. In this case, we present a unique instance of a 43-year-old male diagnosed with CML experiencing a CNS blast crisis.