JNMA; journal of the Nepal Medical Association
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JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc · Aug 2023
Acid Peptic Disease among Patients with Acute Abdomen Visiting the Department of Emergency Medicine in a Tertiary Care Centre.
Acid peptic disease is caused by excessive acid secretion or weakened mucosal defense. Symptoms include epigastric pain, bloating, and nausea. Factors like gastric acid, Helicobacter pylori infection, alcohol consumption, smoking, and stress contribute to peptic ulcers. Imbalances between offensive and defensive factors can lead to ulcers. Acid-related disorders impact the quality of life and mortality. Accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment are vital. This study aimed to find out the prevalence of acid peptic disease among patients with acute abdomen in the Department of Emergency Medicine in a tertiary care centre. ⋯ acute abdomen; gastroenteritis; Helicobacter pylori; peptic ulcer.
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JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc · Aug 2023
Case ReportsGiant Sacrococcygeal Teratoma in a Neonate: A Case Report.
Sacrococcygeal teratomas are common tumours in neonates and infants, primarily affecting females. A 35-year-old primigravida presented with a large sacrococcygeal teratoma that was detected during the 30th week of gestation in the fetus. The baby was delivered via elective caesarean section at 36+3 weeks, and surgical excision of the 10x10x5 cm³ mass was performed successfully on the third day of life. Despite a surgical site infection, the patient had a favourable outcome with normal vital signs, bowel, bladder, and lower extremity functions upon discharge. Early diagnosis and prompt management of sacrococcygeal teratoma in newborns is vital for optimal outcomes, providing valuable insights and guidance to medical practitioners. ⋯ anaesthesia; case reports; neonate; teratoma.
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Pyrexia of unknown origin refers to a fever of over 38.3°C on multiple occasions for at least three weeks without a known aetiology, even after a week of hospitalization. Adult-onset Still's disease is a rare systemic auto-inflammatory disorder with a prevalence of 0.6/100,000 population characterized by spiking fever, arthralgia or arthritis and maculopapular rash. Here, we present a case of 19 years-old female with pyrexia of unknown origin. With no identifiable cause and fulfilled criteria of Yamaguchi, a diagnosis of adult-onset Still's disease was made. She was treated with Intravenous steroid therapy followed by oral steroids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. This case highlights the awareness of the possible adult-onset Still's disease patients with pyrexia of unknown origin. However, one should remain cautious and exclude all other differentials before making this diagnosis, as the actual disease may masquerade as adult-onset Still's disease criteria. ⋯ arthralgia; case reports; fever.
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JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc · Aug 2023
Case ReportsPostoperative Acute Submandibular Sialadenitis: A Case Report.
Acute postoperative sialadenitis is a rare complication usually after surgery involving extreme head and neck rotation, such as posterior fossa surgery. It is characterized by the development of swelling in the submandibular region, usually contralateral to the surgical side, either immediately or within hours post-operatively. We report a case of a 43-year-old woman who developed sialadenitis leading to upper airway obstruction in the postoperative period. Further, she developed bilateral neck and face swelling. Dexmedetomidine used as an infusion throughout the surgery could be an additional cause. Swelling without signs of inflammation is rapidly progressive and may cause airway obstruction. Therefore, awareness and recognition are important, as a delay in airway securement can cause a complete collapse of the airway. ⋯ airway obstruction; case reports; sialadenitis.
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JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc · Aug 2023
Moderate Stress Level among Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis in a Tertiary Care Centre.
Stress is the response of body to any change. The end stage of renal disease and the process of haemodialysis treatment are long-term stressors that alter patients' well-being and everyday lifestyle. The aim of this study was to find out the prevalence of moderate stress levels among patients undergoing hemodialysis in a tertiary care centre. ⋯ hemodialysis; prevalence; psychiatric disorders.