Surgery Case ReportsPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-12-31DOI: 10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100087
Samadi Alaa , Kriouach Nada , Er-Raji Samir , El Yamani Amal
{"title":"Surgical-prosthetic management of an advanced stage IV periodontitis in the aesthetic zone: A case report","authors":"Samadi Alaa , Kriouach Nada , Er-Raji Samir , El Yamani Amal","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100087","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100087","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background and objective</h3><div>Stage IV periodontitis is a severe form of periodontal disease leading to significant bone resorption, potential tooth loss and masticatory dysfunction. The objective of this article is to show the interest of multidisciplinary management in the treatment of tissue deficits caused by advanced stage IV periodontitis.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>We report the case of a 29-year-old female patient who lost both upper right incisors due to advanced stage IV periodontitis. Advanced ridge defects caused by periodontitis were managed by two autogenous connective tissue grafts performed in two stages using the pocket technique allowing obtaining a significant increase in height and thickness of the ridge. An associated corrective gingivectomy made it possible to perfect the alignment of the gingival margins and ensure good integration of the future prosthetic rehabilitation.</div><div>A temporary bridge of ovoid pontic design helped guiding post-surgical healing and ensure better distribution of occlusal loads while respecting the adaptive threshold of the weakened periodontal terrain and taking into account the patient's physiological anatomical landmarks thanks to the axiographic recording of the sagittal condylar inclination (SCI). One year after complete healing, definitive restorations were able to be placed combining aesthetics and function.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This case report showed that the soft tissue grafting step by step by pouch technique associated with corrective gingivectomy can be considered as an effective therapeutic alternative to guided bone regeneration in the management of advanced ridge defects due to periodontal disease. Additionally, tooth-supported fixed prostheses can lead to better results without the need for implant therapy.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100087"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143098718","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Surgery Case ReportsPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-12-15DOI: 10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100083
Ubaid Ullah , Malik W.Z. Khan , Aamina Sher , Hammad Iftikhar , Aizaz Ali , Shandana Ali , Salman Khan , Sajjad Ullah
{"title":"Multisite neural tube defects: Management of a complex case and review of theories on neural tube closure","authors":"Ubaid Ullah , Malik W.Z. Khan , Aamina Sher , Hammad Iftikhar , Aizaz Ali , Shandana Ali , Salman Khan , Sajjad Ullah","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100083","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100083","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Neural tube defects (NTDs) result from incomplete neural fold fusion during early embryonic development and can occur at various stages (gastrulation, primary, and secondary neurulation). While rare, NTDs at multiple sites require clinical and imaging assessments for management. The \"Zipper closure\" and \"Multisite closure\" theories explain these defects, though some anomalies remain unexplained, calling for more research.</div></div><div><h3>Case Presentation</h3><div>A two-month-old female presented with two NTDs: occipital meningoencephalocele and lumbar myelomeningocele. Both defects were successfully treated surgically, leading to positive neurological outcomes.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This case supports the multisite closure theory of NTDs and emphasizes the importance of early surgical intervention to prevent complications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100083"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143098712","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Surgery Case ReportsPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-12-25DOI: 10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100084
Marissa Leann Ritter, Tiffany Killblane, David Grantham
{"title":"Ruptured gastroepiploic artery aneurysm causing massive intraperitoneal hemorrhage: A case report and literature review","authors":"Marissa Leann Ritter, Tiffany Killblane, David Grantham","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100084","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100084","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Visceral artery aneurysms, including gastroepiploic artery aneurysms, are a rare cause of gastrointestinal bleeding. Gastroepiploic artery aneurysms are usually silent with a high chance of rupture and hemorrhage.</div></div><div><h3>Case</h3><div>We present a case of a man with a ruptured gastroepiploic artery aneurysm following a fall from standing height. On arrival, he was hypotensive with an acute abdomen. Due to hemodynamic instability and a positive FAST exam, an exploratory laparotomy was performed, which revealed pulsatile bleeding at the greater curvature of the stomach and a subserosal hematoma with an active bleeding vessel visible. The gastroepiploic vessels were ligated, and a partial gastrectomy was performed. He recovered well and was discharged after five days.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>Gastroepiploic artery aneurysms are a rare occurrence, most commonly occurring in males over the age of 50. Causes include arterial dysplasia, perivascular inflammation, and trauma. Trauma was likely the cause in this patient’s case. Most gastroepiploic artery aneurysms are asymptomatic. They are usually found incidentally or once complications arise. Patients with ruptured gastroepiploic artery aneurysms usually present with peritoneal signs and shock. All patients with gastroepiploic artery aneurysms should be treated immediately due to the risk of rupture and subsequent complications. A variety of techniques exist to treat these aneurysms.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Although visceral artery aneurysms are uncommon, they can be life-threatening. Therefore, it is important to remember them as a potential source of intraperitoneal hemorrhage, even from minor trauma.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100084"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143098715","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Primary aorto-duodenal fistula: A case report and review of literature","authors":"Anubhavv Gupta , Deeksha Kapoor , Ravindra Vats , Suhail Naseem Bukhari , Deep Goel","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100080","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100080","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Aortoenteric fistula (AEF) is a rare condition where abnormal communication exists between the abdominal aorta and any part of the GI tract, most commonly, the third/fourth part of the duodenum. The incidence rate of primary aorto-duodenal fistula (PADF) on autopsy is 0.04 to 0.7 %, and the post-operative incidence rate of a secondary AEF is 0.5 to 2.3 %. An AEF can be diagnosed using either an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (UGIE) or a contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) angiography of the abdomen, and urgent repair is required by surgical or endovascular means.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>We report the case of a 64-year-old gentleman with a bleeding PADF. He was evaluated using UGIE and CT angiography of abdomen and underwent total endovascular repair of the aneurysm.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>PADF is a rare cause of GI bleeding, accounting for only 0.2 % of all GI bleeds. The patient can initially show signs of a herald bleed but can also present with the classical triad of pulsatile abdominal lump, GI bleed, and abdominal pain. Endoscopy should be the initial investigation of choice for a stable patient. A negative EGD does not rule out the possibility of a PADF. CECT abdominal angiography can also be a useful diagnostic modality; some consider it superior to UGIE or aortography.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>PADF is a rare but life-threatening condition that requires prompt recognition and intervention, either by surgery or endovascular repair.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100080"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143093956","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Surgery Case ReportsPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-11-13DOI: 10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100071
Tim Baumgartner, Hishaam Ismael, David Young
{"title":"Management of perforated jejunal diverticulitis: A case series and literature review","authors":"Tim Baumgartner, Hishaam Ismael, David Young","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100071","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100071","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Small bowel diverticulosis, less common than colonic diverticulosis (incidence 1–2 %), predominantly affects males, and risk increases with age. Approximately 15 % or patients present with complications including bleeding, perforations with peritonitis, or fistulas, and these complications can be fatal with mortality rates as high as 40 % in cases of perforation. While some reports have suggested that patients can avoid surgery with bowel rest and antibiotics, or the use of CT guided aspiration of abscesses related to the disease, this case series examines 5 patients with perforated jejunal diverticulitis at a single institution successfully managed with surgical resection in the emergent and elective settings following recurrence of symptoms. There are limitations to medical management and lifestyle modifications alone, while elective surgical resection is effective in symptom management and risk reduction.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100071"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142748782","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Surgery Case ReportsPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-12-11DOI: 10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100081
Charles Petrus Theron, Collen Sandile Nkosi , Lyndon Grant Biddulph
{"title":"Traumatic pseudoaneurysm of the superficial left palmar arch: A case report","authors":"Charles Petrus Theron, Collen Sandile Nkosi , Lyndon Grant Biddulph","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100081","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100081","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pseudoaneurysms in the hands are rare entities, with only a few reported cases in English literature. The majority of these lesions arise from penetrating trauma, previous surgery, or artery puncture. Pseudoaneurysms are frequently missed, hence a strong clinical suspicion is required to make the correct diagnosis in a timely manner. We present a case of traumatic pseudoaneurysm of the superficial palmar arch in a 17-year-old CP child following a fall. The patient had a delayed presentation and was initially misdiagnosed as having a palmar abscess. We performed an ultrasound and CT angiogram to confirm the diagnosis of a superficial palmar arch pseudoaneurysm. We treated the patient surgically, and the wound healed uneventfully. Pseudoaneurysms should be included in the differential diagnosis of palmar masses.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100081"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143093957","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Surgery Case ReportsPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-12-26DOI: 10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100088
Doğuş Can Ekdal , Ahmet Akmercan , Tevfik Kıvılcım Uprak
{"title":"Anterior abdominal wall abscess due to toothpick ingestion: A case report","authors":"Doğuş Can Ekdal , Ahmet Akmercan , Tevfik Kıvılcım Uprak","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100088","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100088","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Ingestion of foreign bodies represents a common clinical emergency, especially in pediatric and geriatric populations. In the majority of cases, ingested foreign objects pass through the gastrointestinal tract without incident and are expelled without causing symptoms. However, complications can arise depending on the size, shape, and structure of the ingested item. A 53-year-old male with a history of diabetes, hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and obesity was admitted to the hospital due to recurrent subcutaneous abscesses and cellulitis in the right upper quadrant of the anterior abdominal wall. The patient's medical history reveals several times of abscess puncture in the same area. The patient underwent subcutaneous abscess drainage under local anesthesia, and toothpick material fixed to the subcutaneous tissues was detected. Following the removal of the toothpick, debridement of the wound was performed, and the patient was discharged with antibiotherapy. No recurrence was noted during the follow-up outpatient clinic visit three months later. This case report highlights the rare and complex complication of subcutaneous migration following foreign body ingestion, leading to recurrent subcutaneous abscesses. The exact pathogenesis of foreign body migration is not fully understood, but it is probable that the toothpick penetrates the subcutaneous fatty tissue from the transverse colon segment near the anterior abdominal wall, leading to the spontaneous closure of the colonic fistula tract. The foreign body was detected in radiological imaging in approximately 42.6 % of cases. A high level of clinical suspicion and a thorough patient history are essential for the identification of radiolucent foreign bodies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100088"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143098717","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Surgery Case ReportsPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2025-02-14DOI: 10.1016/j.sycrs.2025.100090
Luis Eduardo Rentas , Karla C. Maita , Gustavo Huaman , Sacha Scott , Ricardo Castrellon
{"title":"Hypergranulation-induced graft failure in meshed split thickness skin graft: A case report","authors":"Luis Eduardo Rentas , Karla C. Maita , Gustavo Huaman , Sacha Scott , Ricardo Castrellon","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2025.100090","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2025.100090","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Meshed split-thickness skin grafts (mSTSG) are frequently used to address skin defects. Effective fixation methods are crucial for optimizing graft integration and minimizing complications. This case report demonstrates the role of negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) in managing recurrent axillary hidradenitis suppurativa.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A 65-year-old male with recurrent axillary hidradenitis suppurativa underwent mSTSG placement, followed by NPWT to support graft integration. The initial graft failed due to necrotic hypergranulation, necessitating regrafting and personalized postoperative care.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Initial graft failure occurred due to necrotic hypergranulation at the graft site. After regrafting, NPWT facilitated granulation tissue formation and enhanced healing. Complications such as hypergranulation required continuous monitoring and intervention. The patient ultimately showed significant clinical improvement with successful graft integration.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>NPWT can enhance graft survival and wound healing in complex cases of recurrent axillary hidradenitis suppurativa. However, vigilant monitoring is essential to manage complications such as necrotic hypergranulation. Personalized postoperative care and timely interventions are key to overcoming graft failures and achieving optimal outcomes. Tailoring treatment strategies to individual wound healing dynamics is crucial for long-term success.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100090"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143419210","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Amyloidosis presenting as a malignancy: Two case reports and key diagnostic clues","authors":"Naveen Kumar Kushwaha , Laleng Mawia Darlong , Sunil Pasricha , Prerna Garg , Prafull Kumar Gamit","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100079","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100079","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Respiratory amyloidosis manifests in three forms: focal/diffuse tracheobronchial, nodular parenchymal, and diffuse parenchymal. Surgical treatment is typically reserved for localized nodular pulmonary amyloidosis, while bronchoscopic techniques, radiotherapy, and medical therapy are preferred for other forms based on the specific subtype. We present two cases of pulmonary amyloidosis that were initially misdiagnosed as malignant based on cytology and imaging studies, but were later confirmed as amyloidosis following surgical resection. These cases highlight the potential role of surgery in such scenarios, extending its therapeutic value beyond conventional indications, as documented in the literature.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100079"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143156876","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Surgery Case ReportsPub Date : 2025-03-01Epub Date: 2024-12-11DOI: 10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100082
Irene S. Zuin , Junya Kitadani , Jessie A. Elliott , Nadia Haj Mohammad , Jan E. Freund , Jelle P. Ruurda , Richard van Hillegersberg
{"title":"Robotic thoracoscopic left paratracheal and cervical lymphadenectomy for recurrent esophageal adenocarcinoma: A case report","authors":"Irene S. Zuin , Junya Kitadani , Jessie A. Elliott , Nadia Haj Mohammad , Jan E. Freund , Jelle P. Ruurda , Richard van Hillegersberg","doi":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100082","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.sycrs.2024.100082","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Despite advancements in surgical techniques and perioperative care, approximately 50 % of patients treated with curative esophagectomy for esophageal cancer will develop recurrence. To date, there is an absence of guidelines for the management of regional lymph node recurrence, reflecting a lack of quality data in the literature.</div></div><div><h3>Case presentation</h3><div>We present the case of a 59-year-old female who experienced an oligometastatic recurrence involving the level 2 L left paratracheal and level III left cervical nodal stations, after previous perioperative chemotherapy and minimally invasive esophagectomy for esophageal adenocarcinoma four months earlier. The patient was treated with robotic-assisted paratracheal and cervical lymphadenectomy using the Da Vinci XI system. Postoperatively, the patient recovered uneventfully, and short-term follow-up demonstrated no residual disease.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>This case highlights the complexity of managing recurrent esophageal cancer and the potential role of robotic surgical strategies in improving patient outcomes in the context of oligometastatic recurrence. Additionally, it underscores the need for further research to refine surgical techniques and case selection, and to establish guidelines for the treatment of recurrent esophageal cancer.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Robotic-assisted lymphadenectomy represents a feasible option for managing locoregional recurrence of esophageal adenocarcinoma in select cases. Multidisciplinary team involvement remains critical to individualized treatment planning.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101189,"journal":{"name":"Surgery Case Reports","volume":"4 ","pages":"Article 100082"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143098711","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}