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Aortoiliac occlusion mimicking cauda equina syndrome, a diagnostic dilemma: A case report and review of the literature, 2024

is is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-Non... more is is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-Share Alike 4.0 License, which allows others to remix, transform, and build upon the work non-commercially, as long as the author is credited and the new creations are licensed under the identical terms.

Journal of surgical case reports, Feb 1, 2019

The simultaneous development of two or more primary central nervous system (CNS) tumors of differ... more The simultaneous development of two or more primary central nervous system (CNS) tumors of different cell types represents 0.9% of all diagnosed CNS tumors. To the best of our knowledge, the simultaneous occurrence of glioblastoma and pituitary adenomas has been reported four times in the English literature, with only two cases harboring prolactinoma and glioblastoma. We report a case of a 42-year-old male who was diagnosed with a sporadic co-occurrence of glioblastoma and a prolactin-secreting pituitary adenoma (prolactinoma). This case report discusses the clinical presentation, radiological/ histopathological features, and outcome as well as reviewing the pertinent medical literature. Glioblastoma and a prolactinsecreting adenoma may be detected within the same patient. Further studies are required to delineate the tumorigenesis of the development and co-occurrence of multiple intracranial tumors.

Surgical Neurology International

Background: Spinal infections are associated with a wide variety of clinical conditions, includin... more Background: Spinal infections are associated with a wide variety of clinical conditions, including osteomyelitis, spondylitis, diskitis, septic facet joints, and abscesses. Based on its anatomical relationship with the dura mater, the abscess can be epidural (extradural) or subdural (intrathecal). Subdural intramedullary abscesses of the lumbar spinal canal are more common than subdural extramedullary abscesses. Here, we present a rare case of a patient with a mixed pyogenic and tuberculous epidural abscess in the lumbar spine, which perforated the dura and extended to the subdural space. Case Description: A 29-year-old male presented with progressively worsening back pain and lower-limb weakness over a period of 3 months, with an associated inability to walk, intermittent radicular pain primarily on the left side, intermittent incontinence, and a history of low-grade fever and night sweats. The patient had a history of intravenous (IV) drug abuse and reported practicing unprotected...

Intraoperative demonstration of reduced distal spinal cord stiffness following untethering of the spinal cord using ultrasound shear wave elastography (SWE), 2023

Cureus

Background: Epidemiological data regarding the causes, patterns, severity, and outcomes of trauma... more Background: Epidemiological data regarding the causes, patterns, severity, and outcomes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) are essential to plan for preventive strategies addressing this public health epidemic. The main aim of this study is to explore the patterns and causes of traumatic brain injury at two trauma centers. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted using a pre-tested validated data collection sheet. Data were collected from the medical records and electronic database of patients who presented to the emergency department with head trauma. Variables including the mechanisms, patterns of the injury, accompanying injuries, level of consciousness, and hospitalization duration were investigated for any possible association. Results: A total of 269 patients (78% males, 22% females) who satisfied our study criteria were included in the final analysis. Motor vehicle collisions were the most common reason for traumatic brain injury (57.6%) followed by falls (28.3%). There was a statistically significant association observed between type of hemorrhage and Glasgow coma scale at initial presentation (P < 0.05). Conclusion: The most common cause of traumatic brain injury is motor vehicle collisions, followed by falls. The public should be made aware of the importance of using safety and precautionary measures to minimize the impact of traumatic brain injuries. Educational programs for neurotrauma prevention can be developed and utilized as a blueprint for local hospitals and officials in the country.

Case Reports in Surgery

Journal of Ophthalmology and Research

Juvenile trabeculated Ossifying Fibroma (JTrOF) is commonly arising from the maxilla and the mand... more Juvenile trabeculated Ossifying Fibroma (JTrOF) is commonly arising from the maxilla and the mandibular bones, while Psammomatoid Juvenile Ossifying Fibroma (PsJOF) commonly arises in the sinonasal and calvarial bones. In our paper, we described a 12-year-old pediatric female who presented with a right fronto-orbital disfiguring swelling. She underwent total resection, peripheral osteotomy, and reconstruction. Pathology reported a TrJOF associated with Aneurysmal Bone Cyst (ABC) formation. TrJOF rarely originates from superolateral wall orbital bone, and it is exceedingly rare when it is associated with ABC formation. Pathologically, it is

OMICS International, Aug 31, 2015

Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) Induced Higher-Grade Transformation of a Benign Meningioma into Atypical Meningioma, 2022

Background. Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a widely used treatment modality for the managemen... more Background. Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a widely used treatment modality for the management of meningioma. Whether used as a primary, adjuvant, or salvage procedure, SRS is a safe, less invasive, and effective modality of treatment as microsurgery. The transformation of a meningioma following radiosurgery raises a concern, and our current understanding about it is extremely limited. Only a few case reports have described meningioma dedifferentiation after SRS to a higher grade. Moreover, a relatively small number of cases have been reported in large retrospective studies with little elaboration. Case Description. We report a detailed case description of a 41-year-old man with progressive meningioma enlargement and rapid grade progression after SRS, which was histopathologically confirmed before and after SRS. We discussed the clinical presentation, radiological/histopathological features, and outcome. We also reviewed previous studies that reported the outcome and follow-up of patients diagnosed with grade I meningioma histopathologically or presumed with benign meningioma by radiological features who underwent primary or adjuvant radiosurgery. Conclusion. The risk of progression after SRS is low, and the risk of higher-grade transformation after SRS is trivial. The early timing for recurrence and fieldrelated radiation may favor a relationship between SRS and higher-grade transformation (causality) although transformation as a part of the natural history of the disease cannot be fully excluded. Tumor progression (treatment failure) after SRS may demonstrate a transformation, and careful, close, and long follow-up is highly recommended. Also, acknowledging that there is a low risk of early and delayed complications and a trivial risk of transformation should not preclude its use as SRS affords a high level of safety and efficiency.

Atypical Imaging of Hemorrhagic Lumbosacral Myxopapillary Ependymoma with Histopathological Correlation: A Case Report, 2020

Unusual clinical course Background: Spinal myxopapillary ependymoma (MPE) is a slow-growing tumor... more Unusual clinical course Background: Spinal myxopapillary ependymoma (MPE) is a slow-growing tumor arising from ependymal cells of the central nervous system. MPE rarely presents with acute neurological compromise and most commonly occur in the filum terminale or conus medullaris region. To date, only a few cases have been reported of patients presenting acutely because of hemorrhagic MPE. Case Report: A 16-year-old boy without previous medical problems presented with a sudden onset of severe pain in the low back radiating to the thighs. He could not walk owing to the severity of the pain. Neurological examination revealed an unsteady gait, but the rest of the motor and sensory examination was normal. Lumbosacral spine magnetic resonance imaging revealed an intradural hemorrhagic mass extending from L5 to S2. The encapsulated hemorrhagic tumor was resected, and the pathology was consistent with MPE grade I. The patient made a significant recovery postoperatively. It is extremely rare for MPE to present with spontaneous hemorrhage in the lumbosacral region. Prompt diagnosis and management led to a favorable outcome. This case report is intended to highlight the atypical presentation and imaging features of hemorrhagic MPE. Conclusions: We described a rare case of MPE in the lumbosacral region of a patient who presented with acute neurological compromise and atypical imaging features.

Traumatic Brain Injury: A Perspective on the Silent Epidemic, 2021

Juvenile Trabecular Ossifying Fibroma (TrJOF) Orginating from Lateral Fronto-Orbital Bone with Secondary Aneurysmal Bone Cyst (ABC) Formation: Report of an Unusual Case and Literature Review, 2021

difficult to distinguish TrJOF from other FOLs due to similarities and overlap. The ideal treatme... more difficult to distinguish TrJOF from other FOLs due to similarities and overlap. The ideal treatment is total surgical excision and reconstruction. The Surgical resection is challenging as regards functional and cosmetic outcomes.

Glioblastoma and prolactinoma: a rare simultaneous occurrence, 2019

Profile of viral hepatitis in Saudi Arabia, 2013

The study was conducted to investigate the profile of hepatitis in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and t... more The study was conducted to investigate the profile of hepatitis in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and to determine which age group hepatitis viruses most commonly infect. The epidemiology of viral hepatitis in Saudi Arabia has undergone major changes, concurrent with major socioeconomicdevelopments over the last two to three decades. This disease represents a major public health problem in Saudi Arabia resulting in the need for considerable healthcare resources.A retrospective cross sectional analysis of the reported cases of viral hepatitis was conducted based on the reports of The Ministry of Health in Saudi Arabia about Hepatitis A, B and C infections in all regions from the period of January 2006 to December 2010. The study demonstrated that incidence of viral Hepatitis is decreasing, except for Hepatitis B that showed minimal increase. Of hepatitis A, B, and C, Hepatitis B virus (HBV) was the most predominant type, accounting for (53%) of the cases, followed by Hepatitis C virus (HCV) (30%) and HAV (17%). HAV infection predominates in children (5-14 years) with 60% of viral hepatitis cases, HBV in young adults (15-44 years) with 69% of viral hepatitis cases, and HCV in older adults (>45 years) with 59% of viral hepatitis cases. Despite significant changes in the prevalence of viral hepatitis A, B and C, it remains a major public health problem in Saudi Arabia, however it showed a significant decline in the last two decades that could be attributed to the vaccination programs and the improved health facilities. Further researches are needed to identify the risk factors making a specific age group or a specific region in Saudi Arabia targeted for a specific type of hepatitis viruses.