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  1. Article: Successful Laparoscopic Treatment of Morgagni's Hernia in an Elderly Female Presenting as a Hypoxemic Hypercapnic Respiratory Distress.

    Assi, Farah / Mecheik, Ali / Zghaib, Hassan / Haidar Ahmad, Houssein

    Cureus

    2024  Volume 16, Issue 2, Page(s) e54876

    Abstract: Morgagni's hernia (MH) occurs when the abdominal viscera herniates into the thoracic cavity through a congenital anatomical defect in the diaphragm, termed the foramen of Morgagni. Although it is more frequently detected in childhood, its delayed ... ...

    Abstract Morgagni's hernia (MH) occurs when the abdominal viscera herniates into the thoracic cavity through a congenital anatomical defect in the diaphragm, termed the foramen of Morgagni. Although it is more frequently detected in childhood, its delayed presentation in adults and the elderly could be easily overlooked due to the non-specificity of its symptoms. Here, we report the case of an elderly female who presented purely with dyspnea and desaturation, necessitating admission to the intensive care unit. Her computed tomography (CT) scan revealed the presence of MH with complete lobar collapse. Laparoscopy was successful in reducing the hernia, and the patient improved with a good prognosis. Surgical treatment for MH is advised for all cases in order to prevent the occurrence of serious complications.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-25
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.54876
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  2. Article: A Challenging Case of Severe Sickle Cell Crisis With Multiorgan Involvement: A Case Report.

    Ibrahim, Rana / Fadel, Abbas / Sawli, Nour / Mecheik, Ali

    Cureus

    2023  Volume 15, Issue 7, Page(s) e42437

    Abstract: Sickle cell anemia is a chronic and debilitating hemoglobinopathy characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin, resulting in the formation of sickle-shaped red blood cells. This case report presents an unusual case of a 32-year-old female patient ...

    Abstract Sickle cell anemia is a chronic and debilitating hemoglobinopathy characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin, resulting in the formation of sickle-shaped red blood cells. This case report presents an unusual case of a 32-year-old female patient with sickle cell anemia who had not experienced any previous sickle cell crises since her diagnosis at the age of four years. Despite a stable clinical history, the patient's condition rapidly deteriorated, leading to septic shock, multiorgan failure, and atypical complications such as neurological impairment and acute kidney injury. Intensive management strategies, including blood exchange, mechanical ventilation, and aggressive antibiotic therapy, were implemented but unfortunately failed to reverse the progressive clinical deterioration. This case underscores the importance of early recognition and a multidisciplinary approach in managing atypical sickle cell crises to optimize patient outcomes. Further research is needed to improve our understanding and management of such presentations.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-25
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.42437
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  3. Article: Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis Following COVID-19 Infection.

    Assi, Farah / Abdallah, Rim / Mecheik, Ali / Rahhal, Hassan H / Wazne, Jaafar

    Cureus

    2023  Volume 15, Issue 1, Page(s) e33365

    Abstract: Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a relatively rare, post-inflammatory, immune-mediated demyelinating central nervous system disease that is predominantly reported in pediatric populations. Following the emergence of severe acute respiratory ...

    Abstract Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a relatively rare, post-inflammatory, immune-mediated demyelinating central nervous system disease that is predominantly reported in pediatric populations. Following the emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, cases of ADEM are being reported following infection with this virus. Our case report describes a male patient in his early 40s who developed severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) that rapidly progressed to a critical disease requiring invasive mechanical ventilation and high positive end-expiratory pressure, which was complicated by extensive neurological involvement and quadriplegia. MRI of the brain showed characteristic demyelinating lesions, suggestive of ADEM. As other entities were ruled out, our patient was treated using pulse steroids and intravenous immunoglobulins. The patient showed a good response to treatment and had an overall good prognosis, despite the severity of his condition. ADEM following COVID-19 is a rare entity worldwide.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-04
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.33365
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