West African journal of medicine
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Isolated dextrogastria is a rare congenital anomaly in which the stomach is right-sided while the intestines, the organs in the chest, and the other organs in the abdomen are in normal situs. The importance of recognising the spectrum of situs anomalies is because the altered anatomy associated with these anomalies may result in misdiagnosis. ⋯ The practice of the radiographer is always placing the marker before exposing the film instead of marking the radiograph after processing, which is the key to accurate identification of situs anomalies need emphasis.
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Acute renal failure (ARF) in the intensive care unit (ICU) complicates 20 to 35% of admissions worldwide. There is no information on the pattern of ARF in our ICU and factors that influence survival. ⋯ Acute renal failure presents a continuing challenge in the ICU setting with attendant of high morbidity and mortality. Dialysis significantly influences survival, hence, the service should be provided in every intensive care unit.