A Puzzling Thoracic Bulge
Explore a rare case of a chest wall defect presenting with subcutaneous emphysema. What could cause a focal bulge and herniation between the ribs?
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A Hidden Cause of Abdominal Pain
Explore a rare cause of abdominal pain where bowel herniates through an internal opening. Learn why this diagnosis is critical and often missed on imaging.
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A Lump in the Cheek: A Case Study
Explore the diagnosis of a 2 cm spherical mass on the buccal mucosa. Learn about common benign neoplasms in the mouth and their clinical presentation.
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When the Stomach Wanders
Explore a case of a large intrathoracic gastric bubble found on chest X-ray, confirmed by a barium study, and treated with surgical repair and fundoplication.
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A Twisted Abdominal Emergency
Explore a medical case of acute abdominal pain. A CT scan reveals dilated, rotated small bowel. Can you diagnose this surgical emergency before it's too late?
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A Target Sign in Abdominal Pain
A 52-year-old man presents with epigastric pain. Abdominal CT reveals a classic 'target sign.' Explore the diagnosis and management of this rare adult condition.
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A Surgical Legacy on the Chest Wall
A patient presents with a prominent subcutaneous finding on the chest wall decades after a chemical burn. Explore the rare surgical procedure behind this sign.
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An Abdominal Catastrophe
A 60-year-old man presents with severe abdominal pain, hypotension, and acute kidney injury. Explore the differential diagnosis for this life-threatening condition.
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Breast Skin Changes Post-RTx
A 72-year-old woman with a history of breast cancer presents with new skin changes. Explore a rare, but critical, late complication of radiation therapy.
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Post-Bypass Abdominal Pain: A Red Flag
A 56-year-old man with a history of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass presents with abdominal pain and bilious emesis. Explore this critical diagnosis.
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