Introduction: Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm (SPN) of the pancreas is a rare epithelial tumor with low malignant potential, predominantly affecting young women, and is often discovered incidentally. Presentation of Case: We report the case of a 21-year-old female with no signific...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2815
Background: Iliopsoas abscess (IPA) is an uncommon yet potentially life-threatening retroperitoneal suppurative infection associated with significant morbidity and mortality, particularly among immunocompromised individuals. Clinical manifestations are frequently nonspecific, oft...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2814
Transarterial embolization (TAE) is an effective minimally invasive procedure used for the management of gastrointestinal bleeding in hemodynamically unstable patients. Although the procedure has a high technical success rate, ischemic complications such as gastric necrosis are e...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2813
Cystic hygroma is a benign developmental malformation of the lymphatic system resulting from a lack of communication between the lymphatic and venous systems. Most common site of occurrence of a cystic hygroma is the neck (about 75%) followed by the axilla (20%) and about 1% in t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2811
Background: Hydatid disease is a parasitic infection commonly affecting the liver and lungs, while isolated splenic involvement is rare. Unilocular splenic hydatid cysts are uncommon and often present with nonspecific clinical symptoms, making diagnosis challenging. Aims: To repo...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2812
Background: Non-parasitic splenic cysts are rare benign lesions that pose diagnostic and therapeutic challenges because of their varied etiology and clinical presentation. Recent advances in minimally invasive surgery, particularly single-incision gasless laparoscopy, have provid...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2809
Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) is a common intestinal helminth infection worldwide, particularly in developing regions. Although typically associated with mild gastrointestinal symptoms, its role in acute appendicitis remains controversial, with reports suggesting it may mimic...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2810
Background: Persistent canal of Nuck or round ligament lesions are rare causes of female inguinal swellings that can clinically mimic inguinal hernias, making preoperative diagnosis challenging. Aim: To report an isolated round ligament dermoid cyst in an elderly female presentin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i1806
Background: Schwannomas are benign nerve sheath tumours that rarely occur in the retroperitoneum, with involvement of the psoas muscle being particularly uncommon. Due to their deep location and nonspecific presentation, they often mimic more common pathologies, leading to diagno...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i1807
Both appendicitis and intussusception can have similar presentations which can pose diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Appendiceal intussusception is a rare condition, particularly in infants, and may serve as a pathological lead point for ileocolic intussusception. While mos...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2808
Introduction: Macrodystrophia lipomatosa is a rare non-hereditary overgrowth disorder where mesenchymal tissues proliferate, mostly in areas innervated by a certain nerve, mostly located in the digits of the hands/feet. This causes cosmetic and functional impairment. Adult case...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i1805
Background: Retained biliary stents are a recognized complication of ERCP for choledocholithiasis, and prolonged indwelling can lead to stone formation, obstruction, and recurrent cholangitis requiring endoscopic or surgical management. Aims: To document a rare case of stentolith...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i1804
Background: Effective opioid-sparing postoperative analgesia following paediatric thoracotomy is essential to reduce respiratory complications and facilitate early recovery. Aim: We report a case demonstrating a combined regional analgesic strategy when conventional neuraxial tec...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i1803
Background: Adenomyoepithelioma is a rare biphasic breast tumour with diagnostic and management challenges due to its variable clinical, radiological, and pathological features. AIM: To highlight the diagnostic challenge of adenomyoepithelioma of the breast, a rare biphasic tumou...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i1801
Scrotal lymphangiomas are rare benign lesions arising from congenital malformations of the lymphatic system. They typically present as painless scrotal swelling and are often misdiagnosed as a hydrocele or other scrotal pathologies. These lesions are non-encapsulated and result f...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i1802