Successful nephrectomy of isolated renal hydatid cyst associated with chronic pyelonephritis: A case report from Syria.

Hydatid disease, primarily affecting liver and lungs, poses challenges with isolated renal cysts. A 29-year-old female with intermittent right flank pain and urinary burning was diagnosed with a Bosniak category 4 hydatid cyst (HC) after positive echinococcus antibodies. Imaging confirmed the diagnosis, leading to a three-month albendazole treatment followed by right nephrectomy and partial liver resection.

Innovative approaches to large lower calyceal stones (10-20 mm): evaluating modified T-tilt position and lower calyx hydrodilatation techniques in flexible ureteroscopy versus hydrodilatation alone: prospective randomized controlled study.

Background: Managing lower calyceal stones poses significant challenges. Flexible ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy (FURSL) are standard techniques for treating large stones (10-20 mm).

Objective: This study evaluates the role of the T-tilt position (45-degree Trendelenburg with a 45-degree lateral tilt against the side of the stone) and hydrodilatation of the lower calyx with 50 cc saline injection as needed in optimizing stone-free rates and safety during FURSL for lower calyceal stones.

A novel formula for estimating the vertical dimension of occlusion using panoramic radiography.

Background: This study aimed to develop a new formula to easily estimate the vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) by using the distance between the mental foramen on a panoramic radiograph.

Subjects And Methods: A total of 508 dentulous subjects were selected from outpatient dental clinics at the College of Dental Medicine, Al-Azhar University. The vertical dimension of the occlusion was measured using a single calibrated calliper.

Navigating challenges in diagnosing acquired hemophilia A: A case report from Syria.

Acquired hemophilia A is a rare bleeding disorder. Rapid diagnosis with prolonged aPTT and low FVIII, and immediate use of bypassing agents and steroids are crucial for better outcomes, highlighting the importance of early recognition and management.

Single Implant-Retained Mandibular Overdentures: A Literature Review.

The absence of teeth, known as edentulism, poses considerable obstacles in prosthodontic care and greatly affects a person's well-being. Conventional complete dentures frequently lead to problems like instability and insufficient retention, especially in the lower jaw. Fortunately, the introduction of dental implants has transformed the way we approach edentulous patients, as they now offer support and enhanced retention for removable prostheses, thus revolutionizing their treatment.

Impact of different chemical denture cleansers on the properties of digitally fabricated denture base resin materials.

Purpose: To compare the impact of three different chemical denture cleansers (CDCs) (Corega, chlorhexidine, and hydrogen peroxide) on the surface roughness, microhardness, and color stability of 3D-printed, computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) milled, and heat-polymerized denture base material (DBM).

Materials And Methods: A total of 420 disc-shaped specimens (10 ± 0.1 × 2 ±0.

Facial Granular Lesions in a Patient With Kimura Disease Associated With Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS).

Kimura disease is a benign subcutaneous chronic inflammatory disease of unknown etiology that is usually seen in young males. A 26-year-old Syrian adult, has suffered from focal segmental glomerulosclerosis for 10 years with no history of renal transplantation, complained of swellings in his preauricular area which was diagnosed as Kimura disease. There is no consensus regarding the optimal treatment for Kimura disease and the chosen treatment was surgery in the young patient with localized lesions.

Glycaemic Control in People with Type 2 Diabetes Treated with Insulin Degludec: A Real-World, Prospective Non-interventional Study-UPDATES Saudi Arabia.

Introduction: Insulin degludec (degludec) has proven benefits in type 2 diabetes (T2D), in terms of improved glycaemic control, low risk of hypoglycaemia, and flexibility in dosing time. This prospective non-interventional UPDATES study aimed to investigate whether results obtained from randomised clinical trials and other real-world studies with degludec are generalisable to patients with T2D in routine clinical practice in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: Eligible adults (n = 561) with T2D received degludec for 26-34 weeks, at physicians' discretion and in accordance with local routine clinical practice.

MRI-negative myelitis associated with cerebral venous thrombosis after COVID-19 infection.

Transverse myelitis and cerebral venous thrombosis represent some of the described neurological complications of coronavirus disease. A woman in her early 30s presented with headache, left-sided sensory symptoms and voiding difficulty. The patient also reported dry cough, fever, nasal congestion, anosmia and ageusia 2 weeks before presentation.

Primary psoas tuberculosis abscess with an iliac bone lytic lesion: a case report.

Background: Primary psoas tuberculosis is the presence of "Koch's bacillus'' within the iliopsoas muscle caused by hematogenous or lymphatic seeding from a distant site. Muscular tuberculosis has relatively low prevalence in comparison with other cases of extrapulmonary tuberculosis, which explains the difficulties in establishing the diagnosis.

Case Presentation: In this report, we present a challenging diagnostic case of primary psoas tuberculosis in a 38-year-old middle eastern female from southern Syria.

Investigating patient outcomes and healthcare costs associated with ventilator-associated pneumonia.

Background: Ventilator-associated pneumonia is the most frequent infection seen in intensive care units. Of those patients with an endotracheal tube, many will develop ventilator-associated pneumonia within 48 hours of being mechanically ventilated. There are many issues related to mechanical ventilation including costs, patient outcomes and the amount of suffering patients experience during the process.

A rare case of congenital pulmonary airway malformation in a 14-year-old male presenting with spontaneous pneumothorax.

Introduction: and importance: Congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM), formerly known as congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation (CCAM), is a rare developmental dysplatic lesion of the fetal tracheobronchial tree. It accounts for approximately 25 % of all congenital lung malformations. It is usually unilateral and involves one lobe with no significant gender or racial predilection.

Hydatid cyst in the neck, an unusual localization of the disease: A case report.

Introduction And Importance: Hydatid cyst disease or hydatidosis is an old parasitic disease. Humans represent an accidental intermediate host. Neck is considered a rare location of hydatid cysts.

Endocarditis-induced thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura mimicking preeclampsia: A case report.

TTP, Preeclampsia have similar manifestations in pregnancy. Establishing the right diagnosis is essential as the treatment is different. Endocarditis-induced TTP should be suspected when neurological symptoms, thrombocytopenia are present.

Diagnostic challenge of a cystic solid pseudopapillary tumor in pancreas: A case report.

A solid pseudopapillary tumor should be included in the differential diagnosis of every pancreatic cystic lesion. A constellation of microscopic morphology and immunohistochemistry, in addition to the clinical history, aids in reaching the correct diagnosis.

Hawthorn Herb Increases the Risk of Bleeding after Cardiac Surgery: An Evidence-Based Approach.

Objectives: Hawthorn extract consumption is becoming more widespread among the Jordanian population with cardiovascular disorders. We conducted this prospective observational longitudinal study to determine the impact of hawthorn extract on bleeding risk in patients who undergo cardiac surgery.

Methods: A prospective observational study was performed on 116 patients who underwent cardiac surgery in the period between June 2014 and May 2015.

Tissue valves are preferable for patients with end-stage renal disease: an aggregate meta-analysis.

Background: Valve selection in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is uncertain. We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare clinical outcome in ESRD patients undergoing valve replacement.

Methods: We systematically searched multiple databases (2000-October 2015) to identify original studies comparing adverse events between mechanical and biological valve replacement in ESRD patients.

Laparoscopy in the management of an adult case of small bowel intussusception.

Small bowel obstruction is slowly coming to be treated by laparoscopic surgery. There is no doubt that laparoscopic surgery will dramatically change the management of small bowel obstruction. I report an adult case of small bowel intussusception causing relapsing small bowel obstruction in which exploratory laparoscopy made an impressive change in the management and outcome.