{"title":"Acute Pancreatitis as an Extrahepatic Complication of Acute Hepatitis E Infection: A Case Report.","authors":"Syed Abdur Rehman Shah, Intikhab Alam, Syed Noman Ali Shah, Umaima Cheema, Aymar Akilimali","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.72658","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72658","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Clinicians should consider Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) a rare but significant etiology alongside established primary triggers, including gallstones and alcohol. Early HEV screening for hepatic and pancreatic dysfunction is required to improve care and avoid unnecessary interventions, especially in endemic regions.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e72658"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13139624/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834153","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}
Clinical Case ReportsPub Date : 2026-05-04eCollection Date: 2026-05-01DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72417
Payman Sadeghi, Masood Ghahvechi Akbari, Seyed Abbas Hassani, Hosein Alimadadi, Morteza Heidari, Vahid Ziaee
{"title":"Acute Intermittent Porphyria Triggered by COVID-19 Mimicking Guillain-Barré Syndrome: A Diagnostic Challenge.","authors":"Payman Sadeghi, Masood Ghahvechi Akbari, Seyed Abbas Hassani, Hosein Alimadadi, Morteza Heidari, Vahid Ziaee","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.72417","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72417","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Acute intermittent porphyria (AIP) is a rare heme biosynthesis disorder in which the accumulation of neurotoxic porphyrin precursors precipitates neurovisceral attacks. Intercurrent infections, including coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), may trigger or exacerbate AIP and complicate diagnosis, as clinical manifestations can resemble those of other acute neuropathies. This report describes a 16-year-old girl who developed abdominal pain, seizures, and rapidly progressive acute motor neuropathy shortly after COVID-19 and was initially misdiagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). Diagnostic evaluation included electrophysiological studies, biochemical assays for porphyrin precursors, and genetic testing. AIP was suspected based on electrophysiological findings and elevated porphyrin precursors. The patient improved after initiation of a 10% dextrose infusion and a high-carbohydrate diet, with normalization of laboratory abnormalities. Subsequent genetic testing identified a heterozygous pathogenic <i>HMBS</i> variant (c.580C> T), confirming AIP. COVID-19 may unmask AIP and mimic a GBS-like neuropathy, increasing the risk of delayed recognition and suboptimal management. In patients with COVID-19-associated acute neuropathy-particularly when accompanied by abdominal pain, seizures, or neuropsychiatric features-clinicians should include AIP in the differential diagnosis and pursue prompt biochemical evaluation (urine PBG and ALA) to facilitate early targeted therapy and prevent complications.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e72417"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13139629/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834197","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":"Pigmented Basal Cell Carcinoma Mimicking Melanoma in the Anal Area: A Case Report.","authors":"Farnaz Araghi, Sareh Salarinejad, Azadeh Rakhshan, Hamideh Moravvej Farshi","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.71982","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.71982","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Early evaluation of persistent perianal lesions is essential even when symptoms appear mild or patients feel embarrassed to seek care. Pigmented basal cell carcinoma in this region is rare and may mimic melanoma clinically. Ongoing histopathological and immunohistochemical assessment is crucial to ensure correct diagnosis and timely surgical management for optimal outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e71982"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13136931/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834379","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}
Clinical Case ReportsPub Date : 2026-05-04eCollection Date: 2026-05-01DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72646
Hana Saffar, Aysan Nozheh, Maral Edalati
{"title":"Hydatid Cyst of the Thyroid Gland With Concurrent Hepatic Involvement: A Rare Case Report.","authors":"Hana Saffar, Aysan Nozheh, Maral Edalati","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.72646","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72646","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Hydatidosis, caused by <i>Echinococcus granulosus</i>, most commonly affects the liver and lungs, while thyroid involvement is exceptionally rare and can mimic other cystic thyroid lesions. We report a 40-year-old woman with no history of animal exposure who presented with anterior neck swelling, odynophagia, and abdominal discomfort. She had a prior history of hepatic hydatid cyst treated in 2018. Thyroid ultrasonography revealed a left subcapsular mass measuring 50 × 38 × 24 mm containing a bilobulated internal cyst (27 × 20 × 10 mm) without significant vascularity. Abdominal imaging demonstrated a large subhepatic multiseptated cyst (115 × 90 × 60 mm) with double-layered septations, suggestive of recurrent hydatidosis. The patient underwent left thyroid lobectomy, and histopathological examination confirmed a hydatid cyst characterized by a laminated membrane and germinal layer, along with surrounding granulation tissue, fibrosis, and multinucleated giant cell reaction in the adjacent thyroid parenchyma. Thyroid hydatid cysts are exceedingly uncommon and may be easily misdiagnosed as other cystic thyroid lesions based on clinical and radiologic findings. Therefore, in endemic regions, hydatid disease should be considered in the differential diagnosis to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e72646"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13139622/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834304","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}
Clinical Case ReportsPub Date : 2026-05-04eCollection Date: 2026-05-01DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72648
Marina Ortúzar Menéndez, Lucie Mariel Mendiguren, María Carmen Garde Garde, Sara Pérez Ollo, Alicia Campion Mezquiriz, Laura Moreno-Galarraga
{"title":"When Standard Newborn Screening Isn't Enough: Diagnostic Challenges in the Age of Globalization.","authors":"Marina Ortúzar Menéndez, Lucie Mariel Mendiguren, María Carmen Garde Garde, Sara Pérez Ollo, Alicia Campion Mezquiriz, Laura Moreno-Galarraga","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.72648","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72648","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cystic fibrosis (CF) newborn screening combines immunoreactive trypsin testing and targeted CFTR mutation panels. However, in Europe, most standard panels are designed primarily for common variants in Caucasian populations. We report a newborn, born in Spain from immigrant parents, with positive CF screening but initially normal genetic testing and borderline sweat chloride values. Full CFTR sequencing ultimately revealed a homozygous pathogenic variant (p.H609R), previously described in individuals of Ecuadorian-Andean ancestry. This case highlights the importance of clinical vigilance and comprehensive genetic analysis in increasingly diverse populations.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e72648"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13139641/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834364","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}
Clinical Case ReportsPub Date : 2026-05-04eCollection Date: 2026-05-01DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72643
Benjamin Rao, Ronan O'Connor
{"title":"Giant Cell Arteritis With Mesenteric Involvement and Superimposed Functional Gut Syndrome: A Case Report.","authors":"Benjamin Rao, Ronan O'Connor","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.72643","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72643","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Giant cell arteritis-associated mesenteric vasculitis is a rare manifestation and often carries significant mortality and morbidity. We present a case of GCA with mesenteric involvement that was at first diagnostically challenging, contributed to by a history of functional illness; however, it achieved successful treatment without ischemic complications.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e72643"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13139621/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834258","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}
Clinical Case ReportsPub Date : 2026-05-04eCollection Date: 2026-05-01DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72660
Xinxin Lei, Bo Xie
{"title":"Co-Occurrence of Agminated Lentigines, Café-Au-Lait Macules, and Vitiligo: A Case Report and Literature Review.","authors":"Xinxin Lei, Bo Xie","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.72660","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72660","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Lentigines, café-au-lait macules (CALMs), and vitiligo are pigmentary disorders that seldom occur together in a single individual. Their co-occurrence may indicate underlying genetic syndromes requiring differential diagnosis. We report an 18-year-old male who developed CALMs at age 11, agminated lentigines at age 13, and vitiligo on the right chest six months thereafter. Comprehensive examinations excluded Peutz-Jeghers syndrome, Leopard syndrome, Carney complex, and Neurofibromatosis type 1. Eight-year follow-up-the longest reported for this combination-demonstrated a benign natural history: Stable vitiligo throughout and lentigines reaching a plateau by early adulthood. Negative autoimmune screening suggests localized immune dysregulation, supporting the Immunocompromised Cutaneous District hypothesis. A staged therapeutic approach prioritizing vitiligo stabilization is recommended.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e72660"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13136990/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834269","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":"Surgical Resection of Lumbar Spine Osteoblastoma With Secondary Aneurysmal Bone Cysts Through a Combined Transpsoas and Posterior Approach: A Case Report.","authors":"Enliang Chen, Daxuan Liang, Xiaodong Li, Xiaobao Zou, Chenfu Deng, Junlin Chen, Rencai Ma, Xiangyang Ma, Junjie Xu","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.72649","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72649","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Aggressive lumbar osteoblastoma with secondary aneurysmal bone cysts is rare and may involve both posterior elements and vertebral bodies. When extensive multilevel involvement is present, a combined posterior and transpsoas approach can facilitate complete tumor resection, restore spinal stability, and achieve favorable neurological and functional outcomes with low recurrence risk.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e72649"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13139637/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834415","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}
Clinical Case ReportsPub Date : 2026-05-03eCollection Date: 2026-05-01DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72659
Chukwuka Elendu, Excel N Victor-Anozie
{"title":"Psychiatric Presentations of Hypoglycemia in Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes: A Diagnostic Pitfall.","authors":"Chukwuka Elendu, Excel N Victor-Anozie","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.72659","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72659","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Hypoglycemia in adolescents with type 1 diabetes can mimic primary psychiatric disorders and lead to misdiagnosis. Clinicians should routinely exclude hypoglycemia in acute behavioral changes, as psychotropic medications such as fluoxetine may worsen unrecognized episodes in the absence of adequate glycemic monitoring.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e72659"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13136501/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834408","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":"Rare Manifestation of Sjogren's Syndrome: Renal Tubular Acidosis-Induced Hypokalemic Paralysis-A Case Report.","authors":"Premendra Vimal, Dhiraj Chaurasia, Dipesh Jha, Raj Adhikari","doi":"10.1002/ccr3.72655","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72655","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Sjogren's syndrome (SS) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by inflammation of exocrine glands, often presenting with symptoms such as dry eyes and mouth. Although less common, renal involvement can lead to serious complications like hypokalemic paralysis. We report a case of a 28-year-old female with no prior medical history, who initially presented with fever, myalgia, and arthralgia. Her condition later progressed to hypokalemia and metabolic acidosis. Further evaluation confirmed Type 1 renal tubular acidosis (RTA) secondary to SS. Treatment with potassium supplementation, steroids, and bicarbonate resolved the symptoms. This case highlights the importance of considering renal involvement in SS patients and underscores the need for prompt intervention to prevent severe complications.</p>","PeriodicalId":10327,"journal":{"name":"Clinical Case Reports","volume":"14 ","pages":"e72655"},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2026-05-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13136503/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147834359","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}