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Case Report
Imaging Diagnosis of Situs Inversus, Persistence of the Left Superior Vena Cava, Renal Agenesis and Anomaly of the Retroperitoneal Vessels in Niamey: A Case Report
Bako Daouda Inoussa*,
Mahamat Hissene Tijani,
Tinao Mahamane Sani Habiba,
Sani Mamane Rabiou,
Sako Matallah,
Akpovi Alexandre
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 1, April 2024
Pages:
1-4
Received:
17 December 2023
Accepted:
2 January 2024
Published:
18 January 2024
Abstract: Introduction: Situs inversus is a rare congenital malformation. It can be associated with other malformations. It is often discovered incidentally by medical imaging. The latter also makes it possible to take stock of all associated malformations. Observation: The authors report a particular association in a 4-year-old male patient. Following a transthoracic cardiac Doppler ultrasound indicated for dyspnea at the slightest effort. The examination revealed dextrocardia, minimal membranous septum interventricular communication with left-right shunt, ostium primum inter-atrial communication measured at 6 mm with moderate impact on the left atrium, good systolic function of both ventricles, thin heart valves, dry pericardium. The chest x-ray requested systematically highlighted dextrocardia, enlargement of the upper mediastinum, and a gastric air pocket visible under the right diaphragmatic dome. The thoraco-abdomino-pelvic scan carried out made it possible to demonstrate that the situs inversus was complete and associated with other anomalies. It was a type 3b superior cava venous return anomaly with a single left kidney and an anomaly of the retroperitoneal vessels. Conclusion: Situs inversus is a rare and particular congenital anomaly because it can be associated with several types of malformations, sometimes very complex. Hence the interest in carrying out a complete imaging assessment in cases of situs inversus.
Abstract: Introduction: Situs inversus is a rare congenital malformation. It can be associated with other malformations. It is often discovered incidentally by medical imaging. The latter also makes it possible to take stock of all associated malformations. Observation: The authors report a particular association in a 4-year-old male patient. Following a tra...
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Research Article
Possible Renal Damage and Its Relation with Cholesterol Level Among the Hypertensive and Non-Hypertensive Patients by Using Ultrasonographic Parameters
Taibatul Kubba,
Md. Murshed Ali,
Tanvir Ahmad,
Md. Abdul Awal*,
Narayan Roy
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 1, April 2024
Pages:
5-10
Received:
4 December 2023
Accepted:
14 December 2023
Published:
23 January 2024
Abstract: Background: Renal disease is a leading cause of death and morbidity in Bangladesh, and hypertension and dyslipidemia are important risk factors for this condition. Objective: The objective of this study was to find out the possible renal damage and its relation with cholesterol level among the hypertensive and non-hypertensive patients by using ultrasonographic paramaters. Methods: This was a case control study. The sample size was 135 in each group (Hypertensive and normotensive) which was selected purposively. Data were collected on different renal parameters, blood pressure, smoking status, and lipid profile, including total cholesterol (TC), triglyceride (TG), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Results: Relationship between TC, TAG, HLD, LDL and different renal parameters (Renal bipolar length, Renal anterior-posterior diameter, Renal cortical thickness, Renal cortical echogenecity, Corticomedullary differentiation) were found statistically significant. This indicates that increased cholesterol levels among the hypertensive patients there were possibility of renal damage. We need to identify it earlier and protecting the renal conditions. This finding provides more evidence that hypertension patients with high cholesterol levels are at increased risk for developing kidney impairment down the road. Ultrasonographic parameters showed the variations between the two groups. Conclusion: Patients with hypertension in Bangladesh should undergo routine blood pressure and ultrasonography examinations of renal parameters and lipid profiles to detect and prevent renal disease, which is frequently associated with high cholesterol.
Abstract: Background: Renal disease is a leading cause of death and morbidity in Bangladesh, and hypertension and dyslipidemia are important risk factors for this condition. Objective: The objective of this study was to find out the possible renal damage and its relation with cholesterol level among the hypertensive and non-hypertensive patients by using ult...
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Research Article
Computed Tomography Aspects of Hemorrhagic Strokes in the Northen Region of Burkina Faso
Some Milckisédek Judicaël Marouruana,
Ouedraogo Pakisba Ali,
Tankoano Aïda Ida,
Kindo Bassirou,
Zanga Soré Moussa,
Ouedraogo Nina-Astrid
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Lougue Claudine Léonie,
Cisse Rabiou
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 1, March 2024
Pages:
11-15
Received:
26 February 2024
Accepted:
19 March 2024
Published:
2 April 2024
Abstract: Stroke is a major public health problem worldwide, the third leading cause of death, and the leading cause of acquired physical disability in adults. Compared with cerebral infarctions, hemorrhagic strokes tend to occur earlier in life and have a poorer prognosis. We aim to study the computed tomography aspects of hemorrhagic strokes in the CHUR-OHG imaging department. This was a descriptive cross-sectional study with retrospective data collection, from 29 September 2022 to 31 August 2023. It concerning patients with hemorrhagic stroke confirmed by brain scan. The mean age of 58 included patients was 59 ± 15 years and the sex ratio was 1.23. Acquisition without injection of contrast medium was performed in 98.28% of cases. Intracerebral hemorrhage was the most frequent lesion (98.28%). It was isolated or associated with ventricular flooding (36.21%) or meningeal hemorrhage (12.07%). It was divided into capsular hematomas in 84.21% of cases with mainly lenticular and thalamic extensions in 49.12% and 36.84% of cases respectively. A mass effect was found in 43.10% of cases on the ventricles and 44.83% on the midline, which was deviated by an average of 6.75 ± 3.1 mm. Cerebral involvement and edema were present in 34.48% and 6.90% of cases respectively. Hemorrhagic strokes is a serious and fatal disease. Primary prevention focusing on risk factors, early diagnosis using Computed tomography or, at best, magnetic resonance imaging, and appropriate management are essential to improve the prognosis.
Abstract: Stroke is a major public health problem worldwide, the third leading cause of death, and the leading cause of acquired physical disability in adults. Compared with cerebral infarctions, hemorrhagic strokes tend to occur earlier in life and have a poorer prognosis. We aim to study the computed tomography aspects of hemorrhagic strokes in the CHUR-OH...
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Research Article
Clinical and Ultrasound Aspects of Neonatal Hypoxia Ischaemia at the Regional University Hospital of Ouahigouya
Some Milckisédek Judicaël Marouruana*,
Ouedraogo Pakisba Ali,
Tankoano Aïda Ida,
Savadogo Adama,
Kindo Bassirou,
Ouermi Alain Saga,
Ouedraogo Nina-Astrid,
Bamouni Yomboé Abel,
Diallo Ousseini
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 1, March 2024
Pages:
16-21
Received:
26 February 2024
Accepted:
18 March 2024
Published:
2 April 2024
Abstract: Neonatal hypoxia ischaemia (HI) is the third leading cause of neonatal death worldwide. Medical imaging plays an important role in its diagnosis and monitoring. We aim to analyze the clinical and ultrasound aspects of neonatal HI at the Ouahigouya Regional University Hospital (CHUR/OHG). This was an analytical cross-sectional study with retrospective data collection covering the period from 1 January 2017 to 30 April 2019. During the study period, neonatal HI for 20.12% of pediatric admissions, of which 33.7% underwent Transfontanellar ultrasound (7.31% of all ultrasounds). The sex ratio was 1.6. The majority (85.81%) of children were born at term. According to the Sarnat classification, mild distress predominated (66.89%), followed by moderate distress (27.03%) and severe distress (6.08%). Transfontanellar ultrasound was abnormal in 71 patients (47.97%). Typical brain lesions found were hemorrhage (27.70%), anoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy (18.24%), and periventricular leukomalacia (2.70%). The outcome was normal in 81.08% of patients, with a mortality rate of 6.08%. In view of the seriousness of neonatal brain damage, it is necessary to improve diagnostic methods (MRI) and treatment (hypothermia) to limit the sequelae.
Abstract: Neonatal hypoxia ischaemia (HI) is the third leading cause of neonatal death worldwide. Medical imaging plays an important role in its diagnosis and monitoring. We aim to analyze the clinical and ultrasound aspects of neonatal HI at the Ouahigouya Regional University Hospital (CHUR/OHG). This was an analytical cross-sectional study with retrospecti...
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