A.K. Eppy Buchori , Pramiadi , Aditia Nugraha , Harry Galuh Nugraha , Hilman , Leni Santiana , Dian Komala Dewi
{"title":"An esophageal stent placement in a narrow distal esophagus stricture: A case report","authors":"A.K. Eppy Buchori , Pramiadi , Aditia Nugraha , Harry Galuh Nugraha , Hilman , Leni Santiana , Dian Komala Dewi","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.091","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.091","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>An esophageal stricture is defined as an abnormal narrowing of the esophageal lumen. Esophageal stents are used to treat both benign and malignant esophageal strictures. Placement of stents can be particularly challenging in distal and severely narrowed esophageal strictures. In this report, we present the case of an 86-year-old woman with a narrow distal esophageal stricture, successfully treated with the insertion of a self-expanding metal stent (SEMS) with an antireflux feature. The procedure was performed under fluoroscopic guidance. This case aims to provide a valuable reference for medical professionals encountering similar cases requiring esophageal stenting.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":"Pages 5225-5228"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144722716","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Case report: Accessory cavitated uterine malformation: A diagnostic dilemma","authors":"Karma Tenzing Bhutia, Ruchi Gupta, Ragunath Ponnusamy","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.120","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.120","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Accessory cavitated uterine malformation (ACUM) is a commonly misdiagnosed Mullerian anomaly characterized by the presence of a cavitated, well circumscribed lesion in an otherwise normal uterus showing presence of endometrial gland and stromal components. Commonly presenting as recurrent abdominal pain with dysmenorrhea in young females, their management is often delayed due to misdiagnosis on imaging. Here, we present the case of Accessory cavitated uterine malformation (ACUM) in a 21-year-old nulliparous female presenting with complaints of chronic abdominal pain with periodic dysmenorrhea who was managed with laparotomic excision of the cavity.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":"Pages 5229-5232"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144723877","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Somaya Al Kiswani , Omar Daas , Mira Al Jabi , Mo’ath Shamiah , Abdullah Nofal , Yazan Dibas
{"title":"A case report from osteosarcoma to SEF: A diagnostic pitfall with a rare metastatic pattern","authors":"Somaya Al Kiswani , Omar Daas , Mira Al Jabi , Mo’ath Shamiah , Abdullah Nofal , Yazan Dibas","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.116","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.116","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Sclerosing epithelioid fibrosarcoma (SEF) is a rare and aggressive variant of fibrosarcoma with a deceptively bland histologic appearance but high metastatic potential, often leading to misdiagnosis and delayed treatment. We present a case of a 21-year-old male initially diagnosed with osteosarcoma due to progressive right proximal thigh pain and swelling. He was treated with perioperative chemotherapy (cisplatin and doxorubicin) and underwent limb-salvage surgery, but postoperative molecular testing revealed an Ewing Sarcoma Receptor 1 (EWSR1) gene rearrangement, confirming SEF. Despite surgery and systemic chemotherapy, the patient developed metastatic disease involving the lungs, adrenal glands, and spine. Aggressive treatments including multiple surgeries, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy (gemcitabine-docetaxel, ifosfamide) failed to halt disease progression. The patient transitioned to palliative care and eventually passed away. SEF is known for its slow progression, high metastatic potential, and resistance to conventional therapies. This case highlights the diagnostic challenges of SEF, the importance of molecular testing for accurate diagnosis, and the need for novel treatment strategies, as SEF remains highly resistant to current therapeutic options.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":"Pages 5216-5224"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144722717","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Diagnostic challenge in isolated Neurosarcoidosis: A case report","authors":"Md. Deluwar Hussen MBBS , Zahin Shahriar MBBS , Zareen Tabassum MBBS","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.110","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.110","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Neuro-sarcoidosis is one of the uncommon manifestations of sarcoidosis that presents with diagnostic difficulties, particularly when the patient does not show any signs of extra-neural disease. We report an 18-year-old female with an initial manifestation of neck pain, vomiting, seizures and cranial nerves palsies. The first MRI showed the T2 Flair hyperintensity, cortical T1 hyperintensity, nodular leptomeningeal enhancement and small focus of restricted diffusion, which is an isolated finding in the neuro-sarcoidosis. Peripheral nerve biopsy showed the presence of a non-caseating granuloma. This case brings out the challenges of diagnosing neuro-sarcoidosis due to the diverse forms of neurological manifestation of the disease and its mimicry of other diseases such as multiple sclerosis. Sarcoidosis manifestations do not have strong systematic features, and hence, requires sophisticated clinical, radiological and CSF analysis for a provisional diagnosis. This case points to the diagnostic significance of neuro-sarcoidosis in patients developing the neurological manifestations, as well as the necessity for the multiple-disciplinary approach to the management of the disease.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":"Pages 5233-5238"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144723878","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ahmad Al-Bitar , Ahmad Al Malla , Lana Redan , Israa Tellawi , Hussien Al Helbawi MD , Alwaleed Al-Dairy MD
{"title":"Cardiac lipoma-induced neonatal hypoxemia: a case report underscoring radiological diagnosis and a literature review","authors":"Ahmad Al-Bitar , Ahmad Al Malla , Lana Redan , Israa Tellawi , Hussien Al Helbawi MD , Alwaleed Al-Dairy MD","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.098","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.098","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Cardiac tumors in neonates are exceedingly rare, with cardiac lipomas representing an exceptionally uncommon subtype associated with high mortality due to hemodynamic compromise. This report presents a 2-day-old Arab male neonate admitted with acute hypoxemia and cardiomegaly. Echocardiography and CT imaging revealed a large hyperechoic, fatty-density mass (3.8 × 3.5 × 3.3 cm) in the left ventricle, suggestive of a cardiac lipoma, but biopsy or surgical intervention could not be performed due to rapid clinical deterioration culminating in fatal cardiopulmonary failure. This case underscores the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of neonatal cardiac tumors, highlighting the need for clinical suspicion and early prenatal surveillance to avoid their life-threatening mass effects and enable multidisciplinary planning. Future research should prioritize biomarkers, risk-stratification tools, and improved imaging algorithms to facilitate timely diagnosis and intervention in low-resource contexts.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":"Pages 5196-5204"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144716157","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recognition of hemodynamic change at a brief glance in Budd–Chiari syndrome by 4D flow MRI","authors":"Minami Kinjo MD , Nanae Tsuchiya MD, PhD , Hitoshi Inafuku MD, PhD , Tatsuya Maeda MD , Yukari Tomori MD, PhD , Akihiro Nishie MD, PhD","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.082","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.082","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Budd–Chiari syndrome (BCS) is characterized by obstruction or stenosis of the major hepatic veins or the hepatic inferior vena cava (IVC). A man in his 30s with BCS, presenting with occlusion of the hepatic IVC and the right and left hepatic veins on computed tomography, underwent assessment using 4-dimensional flow magnetic resonance imaging (4D flow MRI) before and after IVC reconstruction and hepatic vein recanalization. Preoperative 4D flow MRI revealed complex hemodynamics and membranous stenosis with jet flow between the middle hepatic vein (MHV) and the right atrium (RA), indicating severe narrowing. Postoperative 4D flow MRI demonstrated blood flow from the IVC and MHV to the RA. In this case, 4D flow MRI allowed rapid visualization of hemodynamic changes associated with BCS.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144713266","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Testicular varicocele embolization using CO2, gadolinium and lipiodol as contrast agents in a patient with an iodinated contrast allergy","authors":"Virjen Patel BSc (Hons), MBChB (Hons), FRCR , Benedict Thomson MBChB, MRCP, FRCR , Bisher Ghazal-Aswad MBBS, BSc (Hons) , Gregory C Makris MD, PhD, FRCR , Athanasios Diamantopoulos MD, PhD, EBIR, FCIRSE","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.107","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.107","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A 44-year-old gentleman was referred to IR for varicocele embolization (VE) by the fertility clinic following investigation for oligospermia. A testicular ultrasound identified a left grade II varicocele. The patient had known anaphylaxis to water-soluble iodinated contrast. We planned to perform VE with a combination of alternative contrast agents. The procedure was performed under general anesthetic to mitigate the pain related to carbon dioxide angiography. Following standard venous access techniques of the right internal jugular vein, carbon dioxide was used as the main contrast agent with digital subtraction venogram, to confirm catheter selection of left testicular vein. This demonstrated a large varicocele. After coil deployment the gadolinium-based contrast agent Dotarem, was injected and venography used to confirm occlusion of the left testicular vein. Then a combination of 4 mL of 3% Fibro vein and 2 mL of Lipiodol was injected to achieve embolization of the testicular vein collaterals. The patient made an uneventful recovery. This is the first reported case of both carbon dioxide angiography and gadolinium being used in VE. It appears safe and effective. The use of alternative contrast media appears safe and effective in VE in those patients with contraindications to ionic agents. Due to their different properties, a combination of alternative contrast agents can be more effective than a single agent. We provide a pictorial review of the case and an educational summary on the indications and practical uses of various alternative contrast agents in IR procedures in a patient with a water-soluble iodinated contrast allergy.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":"Pages 5205-5209"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144722715","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Michael Wallace MMS, MS , Anahita Tavana MD , Amie Leon DO , Santo Maimone MD , Haley Letter MD
{"title":"A case of invasive lobular carcinoma, highlighting the emerging role of 18F-Fluoroestradiol PET","authors":"Michael Wallace MMS, MS , Anahita Tavana MD , Amie Leon DO , Santo Maimone MD , Haley Letter MD","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.105","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.105","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) presents significant diagnostic challenges due to its subtle presentation on mammography. Its low metabolic activity further limits the detection of metastatic lesions using fluorine-18 (<sup>18</sup>F)-fluorodeoxyglucose-positron emission tomography (FDG-PET). In contrast, <sup>18</sup>F-fluoroestradiol-PET (FES-PET), which targets functional estrogen receptor (ER) expression, enhances visualization of ER-positive metastases. We present a case of metastatic right breast ILC with only subtle suspicious findings on initial mammography and ultrasound. As part of the metastatic workup, FES-PET/MRI was utilized and identified additional metastatic lesions that were not metabolically active on the initial FDG-PET/CT. This case underscores the challenges of ILC detection in breast imaging and highlights the emerging role of FES-PET in its management.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144713045","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ali Hajihashemi MD , Hadi Khanifar MD , Mahsa Geravandi MD
{"title":"Spontaneous intramural hematoma of the small bowel in anticoagulated patients—Insights into management: A case report","authors":"Ali Hajihashemi MD , Hadi Khanifar MD , Mahsa Geravandi MD","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.079","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.079","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Intramural hematoma of the small bowel is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of anticoagulation therapy, most commonly associated with warfarin use. This report presents two cases highlighting the clinical presentation and management of this condition. The first case involved a 72-year-old male with a history of heart valve replacement who presented with severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting; imaging revealed a jejunal intramural hematoma and a significantly elevated INR. The second case involved a 51-year-old female with atrial fibrillation who experienced acute abdominal pain and partial bowel obstruction; CT imaging showed an intramural hematoma in the ileum with associated hemoperitoneum. Both patients were treated conservatively through cessation of warfarin, administration of vitamin K, and transfusion of fresh-frozen plasma, with one requiring surgical exploration but no bowel resection. Full recovery was achieved in both cases, and patients were safely transitioned to direct oral anticoagulants with no recurrence. These cases underscore the need for prompt diagnosis and multidisciplinary management in anticoagulated patients presenting with abdominal symptoms to prevent serious complications and improve outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":"Pages 5189-5195"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144716119","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Postpartum red degeneration of uterine leiomyoma: A diagnostic dilemma—A case report","authors":"Shivali Rao MD , Anamika Jha MD , Bishal Panthi MD , Abhikanta Khatiwada MD","doi":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.103","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.radcr.2025.06.103","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Red degeneration of uterine fibroids is a known complication during pregnancy, but is exceedingly rare in the postpartum period. We present the case of a postpartum female who developed acute abdominal pain, a palpable mass, and elevated tumor markers. Imaging raised suspicion for postpartum red degeneration of a uterine leiomyoma, undetected during antenatal scans. She underwent total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingectomy, and histopathology confirmed the diagnosis. This case highlights the diagnostic challenges associated with postpartum fibroid degeneration.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53472,"journal":{"name":"Radiology Case Reports","volume":"20 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144712860","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}