Hiba Ben Hassine , Ahmed Hadj Tayeb , Maissa Jalleli , Sadek Ben Jabra , Jamel Saad , Faouzi Noomen
{"title":"Embolization management of post-traumatic hepatic pseudoaneurysm: A compelling case report","authors":"Hiba Ben Hassine , Ahmed Hadj Tayeb , Maissa Jalleli , Sadek Ben Jabra , Jamel Saad , Faouzi Noomen","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.050","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.050","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pseudoaneurysm of the hepatic artery, first described by Sandblom in 1948, is an uncommon complication of hepatic trauma. Since then, numerous cases have been documented. Post-traumatic hepatic pseudoaneurysm of the hepatic artery is a rare complication, occurring in approximately 1.2% of patients with traumatic liver injury.</div><div>We report the case of a 25-year-old patient with a history of Behçet's disease, treated with colchicine, who sustained a traffic accident resulting in hepatic contusion and rib fractures. The patient developed right hypochondriac pain, jaundice, and gastrointestinal hemorrhage, consistent with Quincke's triad, suggesting pseudoaneurysm rupture. The diagnosis was confirmed by computed tomography (CT), and the patient underwent successful percutaneous embolization.</div><div>Despite established guidelines for managing blunt abdominal trauma, the approach to post-traumatic hepatic pseudoaneurysm remains controversial. While some advocate for prophylactic angiographic embolization to prevent bleeding, others favor conservative management due to the potential for spontaneous resolution. Currently, minimally invasive percutaneous embolization is the primary treatment modality. In cases where embolization fails, a transhepatic approach may serve as an alternative. The angioscan is a reliable diagnostic tool. Management is now predominantly minimally invasive, guided by radiological imaging. When conventional angiographic treatment fails, the transhepatic approach can be considered.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2615-2618"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577915","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}
Leul Adane , Michael A. Negussie , Dagmawit Fikire
{"title":"Imaging features of juvenile dermatomyositis complicated by pyomyositis in a 12-year-old boy: A case report","authors":"Leul Adane , Michael A. Negussie , Dagmawit Fikire","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.010","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.010","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) is a rare autoimmune disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the skin and skeletal muscles, often complicated by systemic manifestations and secondary infections. This case report describes a 12-year-old boy with a history of JDM who developed pyomyositis, a rare bacterial infection of skeletal muscles, following immunosuppressive therapy with methotrexate and low-dose steroids. The patient presented with fever, swelling, and tenderness in the left leg, with imaging confirming abscess formation. A multidisciplinary approach was employed for management, including surgical drainage and targeted antibiotic therapy. This case highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of managing pyomyositis in JDM, emphasizing the increased infection risk associated with immunosuppressive treatments and the importance of early intervention to prevent complications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2540-2543"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577820","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}
El Mehdi Hariri , Intissar El Idrissi , Mohamed Sellouti , Hind Ramdi
{"title":"Rare severe hereditary maxillary hypoplasia associated with multiple agenesis of the permanent teeth in 2 brothers: A report of 2 cases","authors":"El Mehdi Hariri , Intissar El Idrissi , Mohamed Sellouti , Hind Ramdi","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.013","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.013","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Severe maxillary hypoplasia is a rare craniofacial deformity that significantly impacts facial esthetics and function. This condition is even more challenging when associated with multiple agenesis of permanent teeth. We present a case report of 2 brothers from a consanguineous family (degree 2), both diagnosed with hereditary maxillary hypoplasia accompanied by multiple missing permanent teeth. Clinical and radiographic evaluations were conducted to investigate the etiology and propose a multidisciplinary approach to management. This report aims to highlight the clinical features, diagnostic approach, and treatment considerations for this rare condition.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2418-2421"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577827","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":"IgG4-related disease revealed by acute pancreatitis: A case report and literature review","authors":"Salma El Aouadi, Kaoutar Imrani, Amine Naggar, Soukaina Bahha, Nabil Moatassim Billah, Ittimade Nassar","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.078","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.078","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>IgG4-related disease is a systemic autoimmune disorder characterized by multiorgan involvement, often presenting with pancreatic, renal, biliary, and salivary gland abnormalities. Diagnosis relies on clinical, serological, imaging, and occasionally histological findings. This report describes a 65-year-old male presenting with acute pancreatitis, bilateral renal lesions, and biliary strictures. Elevated serum IgG4 levels (3.76 g/L) confirmed the diagnosis using the 2019 ACR/EULAR and 2020 Comprehensive Diagnostic Criteria despite the lack of histological confirmation. Corticosteroid therapy led to rapid clinical and biochemical improvement, underscoring the importance of integrating multiple diagnostic modalities in managing IgG4-related disease and demonstrating the effectiveness of early intervention.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2315-2322"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577911","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}
Charles K. Crawford BS, Hajra Arshad MD, Linda C. Chu MD, Elliot K. Fishman MD
{"title":"Hepatic angiosarcoma: A challenging diagnosis","authors":"Charles K. Crawford BS, Hajra Arshad MD, Linda C. Chu MD, Elliot K. Fishman MD","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.084","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.084","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Primary hepatic angiosarcoma (PHA) is a rare and aggressive malignancy, accounting for roughly 2% of primary hepatic cancers. It is characterized by rapid progression and nonspecific clinical symptoms, making early diagnosis challenging. This case report describes a 59-year-old male who initially presented with right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain, dizziness, and presyncope, with initial imaging findings suggesting hemoperitoneum secondary to hepatic arteriovenous malformations (AVM). A comprehensive diagnostic approach, including computed tomography (CT) angiography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and surgical biopsy, ultimately confirmed PHA. This case underscores the difficulty in diagnosing PHA due to its varied imaging presentations and highlights the need for improved diagnostic strategies and early detection.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2342-2345"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577912","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}
Mohamed Zayati , Mohamed Ali Chaouch , Salem Mokni , Mohamed Maaref , Mehdi Abdelwahed , Hafeth Daly , Asma Ladib , Fethi Jebali , Aymen Kawech
{"title":"Acute rupture of a huge liver hydatid cysts in the peritoneal cavity causing an anaphylactic shock: A case report","authors":"Mohamed Zayati , Mohamed Ali Chaouch , Salem Mokni , Mohamed Maaref , Mehdi Abdelwahed , Hafeth Daly , Asma Ladib , Fethi Jebali , Aymen Kawech","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.098","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.098","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The rupture of hepatic hydatid cysts into the peritoneal cavity is an uncommon but life-threatening condition that can result in complications such as peritonitis and anaphylactic shock. This report describes the case of a 39-year-old diabetic male who presented with acute epigastric pain, fever (39°C), and abdominal rigidity. Imaging studies revealed pneumoperitoneum and the rupture of a large hepatic hydatid cyst measuring 20 × 30 cm located in the right lobe of the liver. Emergency laparotomy confirmed the rupture, and surgical management involved peritoneal lavage and initiation of antiparasitic therapy. The patient recovered fully and was discharged 23 days after surgery. Rupture of hepatic hydatid cysts occurs in only 1%-2% of cases and is often associated with large cyst size (>10 cm) and superficial location. Early imaging, particularly with CT, is crucial for diagnosis, while surgical intervention aims to manage the rupture, prevent further complications, and address residual cysts. This case highlights the significance of prompt diagnosis and management to avoid severe outcomes such as secondary peritoneal hydatidosis and anaphylactic shock.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2428-2431"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577918","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}
Paola Milillo MD, PhD, Gianluca Prencipe MD, Stefano Piscone MD, Sara Saccone MD, Luca Cappucci MD, Maria Grazia Scarale MD, Roberta Vinci MD, Luca Macarini MD, Luca Pio Stoppino MD, PhD
{"title":"Peutz-Jeghers syndrome revealed by CT finding of acute small bowel intussusception: A case report","authors":"Paola Milillo MD, PhD, Gianluca Prencipe MD, Stefano Piscone MD, Sara Saccone MD, Luca Cappucci MD, Maria Grazia Scarale MD, Roberta Vinci MD, Luca Macarini MD, Luca Pio Stoppino MD, PhD","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.041","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.041","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by multiple gastrointestinal hamartomatous polyps and distinctive mucocutaneous pigmentations. Intussusception is a significant complication associated with Peutz-Jeghers syndrome and it can lead to potential bowel obstruction and ischemia. We present a case report in which PJS was first suspected by a radiologist after performing abdomen Computed Tomography (CT) at the emergency department. We will discuss the clinical presentation, radiological findings and surgical management in a case of acute small bowel intussusception.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2445-2449"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577920","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":"Unveiling the enigma: A rare case of eosinophilic granuloma","authors":"Paschyanti Kasat , Shivali Kashikar , Pratapsingh Parihar , Pratiksha Sachani , Utkarsh Pradeep","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.026","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.026","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Eosinophilic granuloma is a benign and mildest subtype of Langerhans cell histiocytosis. It has a predilection for males with age less than ten years. It presents with localized swelling in the skull, long bones, or rarely mandible. We report the case of a 17-year-old male who presented with swelling in the frontal area of his head which was tender. On radiographic imaging, ovoid lytic lesions with beveled edges were noticed. On computed tomography multiple osteolytic lesions in the bilateral frontal region focally eroding both the inner and outer cranial tables were seen. Upon confirmation of the diagnosis patient was taken up for surgical intervention. The calvarial deformity was closed by a titanium mesh.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2399-2403"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577832","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":"Ultrasound-guided thoracentesis for diagnosing Nocardia beijingensis-related empyema in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus: A rare case report","authors":"Ngoc Duong-Minh MD , Khoa Nguyen-Dang MD , Thanh Duong-Thi MD , Nam Vu-Hoai MD, PhD","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.077","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.077","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Infections caused by <em>Nocardia</em> species are relatively rare and primarily affect immunocompromised patients. There are few reported cases of <em>Nocardia beijingensis</em> causing empyema in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). We present a case of a 49-year-old female patient with SLE on immunosuppressive therapy (corticosteroids and azathioprine), admitted with dyspnea and left-sided pleuritic chest pain. A diagnosis of large parapneumonic left pleural effusion was established based on blood tests, blind thoracentesis findings, and bronchoalveolar lavage results. The patient received empirical intravenous antibiotic therapy with imipenem/cilastatin and vancomycin without isolating the causative organism for 10 days. Three weeks postdischarge, the patient's left pleuritic chest pain worsened, prompting chest computed tomography that revealed multiple loculated pleural-abdominal wall fluid collections. Ultrasound-guided aspiration of these areas yielded pus cultured positive for N<em>. beijingensis</em>. The patient showed improvement following treatment with imipenem/cilastatin and trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole. This case represents a rare manifestation of N<em>. beijingensis</em> causing pleural and abdominal wall empyema. Ultrasound-guided aspiration, targeting the loculated and encapsulated effusion, played a crucial role in confirming the diagnosis. Empirical treatment with imipenem/cilastatin combined with long-term oral trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole was found to be effective.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2309-2314"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577808","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":"Pediatric eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis presenting as a mediastinal mass in a 6-year-old boy","authors":"Sagar Bishowkarma , Suraj Shrestha , Roshan Aryal , Bikash Mishra , Kundan Kumar Yadav , Anuradha Twayana , Isha Amatya , Pradeep Raj Regmi","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.060","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.01.060","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA) is a small vessel vasculitis characterized by asthma, eosinophilia, and small vessel necrotizing granulomatosis with annual incidence of 0.5-4.2 cases per million. EGPA is uncommon in childhood and only a handful of pediatric cases have been reported in the literature making it difficult to diagnose. EGPA in the pediatric population presenting with mediastinal mass is extremely rare. Here, we present a rare case of pediatric EGPA with unique presentation i.e. mediastinal lymphadenopathy in a 6-year-old boy who presented with recurrent episodes of cough and shortness of breath. On further evaluation, patient was found to have mediastinal lymphadenopathy and the diagnosis of pediatric EGPA was confirmed by histopathology of the mass. High dose steroid was started at 1mg/kg/day and then gradually tapered to maintenance dose and weaned off after remission. Diagnosis of EGPA in pediatric population is challenging and requires careful differentiation under mimicking conditions. Though uncommon, EGPA can cause mediastinal lymphadenopathy and should be considered a differential diagnosis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 5","pages":"Pages 2258-2262"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143577813","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}