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Report of unusual presentation of two root canals in all the mandibular anterior teeth in a single patient.Incidence of two canals in individual mandibular anterior teeth ranges from 5-37% but all six anterior teeth showing two canals is a rare finding and is seen in less then 5% of the population. We report Endodontic management of such case. Conclusion:Successful endodontic therapy of a tooth demands that a dentist should have a thorough knowledge of the root canal morphology, making it mandatory towards proper radiographic evaluation and diagnosis of the status of the pulp canals as well as periapical areas. Improper diagnostic protocol may lead to failure of Endodontic treatment. The case presented here shows successful root canal treatment of all the mandibular anterior teeth with two root canals each. The frequency of mandibular anterior teeth havingtwo root canals varies from 5% to 37 % in different populations.Pulp space anatomy of mandibular anterior teeth shows high incidence of complexity which includes variation in canal configurations, number of canals and presence of isthmus. Thorough knowledge of root canal anatomy and morphology, additional radiographs taken at different angles and correct interpretation of radiographs is mandatory
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OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare the clinical, radiologic, and histopathological features of 28 intraosseous ameloblastomas. In addition, we compared the data obtained in this study with that of previous studies. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Data with regard to age, gender, clinical manifestation, radiographic aspect, anatomical distribution, and histopathological subtypes were analyzed in 28 subjects. RESULTS: The patients’ age ranged from 7 years to 65 years (mean, 30.4 years). Sixteen (57.14%) of the 28 subjects were males, and 12 (42.85%) were females. A total of 22 cases (78.5%) were located in the mandible, posterior region was more often affected with 17 cases (77.27%) than only 5 cases (22.72%) in the anterior segment. Swelling was the most common symptom and was experienced by 12 (42.85%) patients. Radiographically, 14 cases (50%) were multilocular with a well‑demarcated border. Of the remaining 14 cases, 10 were unilocular and 4 were unknown in appearance. The most common histopathological pattern was follicular followed by plexiform or acanthomatous. CONCLUSIONS: The clinical epidemiological profile to patients in the present study is similar to that in other populations, with follicular ameloblastoma being the most common histological subtypes seen.
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Location and thorough instrumentation of all the canals in the root of a diseased tooth normally ensure success of the endodontic therapy. Present case was referred for endodontic therapy of mandibular second premolar. Clinical and radiographic examination revealed inadequate root canal filling. Three canals were located. Endodontic therapy was performed under aseptic conditions.
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Dental Implantation, Endosseous, Endodontic , Bicuspid , Root Canal IrrigantsABSTRACT
A thorough knowledge of the root canal anatomy and an understanding of its variations from the normal are mandatory for the successful root canal therapy. The assessment and exploration of the accessory canal and apical delta is necessary to combat the persistent infection at the periapical area. The purpose of this study is to determine the morphological irregularities in the middle and apical 1/3rd region of the root canal system of maxillary incisors. A total of 100 maxillary incisors were decalcified, processed, sectioned at the middle and apical 1/3rd region and observed under an ordinary microscope. The frequency of accessory canals, apical delta and type of canal configuration were studied. Accessory canals were found in 5% of the teeth. There was absence of apical delta in all the specimens. Total specimens showed single canal extended from the pulp chamber to the apex (Type 1 canal configuration).
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Coloring Agents/diagnosis , Decalcification Technique , Dental Pulp Cavity/pathology , Eosine Yellowish-(YS)/diagnosis , Fluorescent Dyes/diagnosis , Hematoxylin/diagnosis , Humans , Incisor/pathology , Maxilla , Microtomy , Paraffin Embedding , Tooth Apex/pathologyABSTRACT
We report a 14-year-old girl who developed port-site infection with Mycobacterium chelonei following laparoscopic appendicectomy. She was treated with local exploration and excision of sinuses that developed at the site, followed by antibacterial agents for six months. She has had no recurrence of infection at two years.
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Abscess/etiology , Adolescent , Anti-Bacterial Agents/administration & dosage , Appendectomy/adverse effects , Appendicitis/diagnosis , Drainage/methods , Female , Follow-Up Studies , Humans , Laparoscopy/adverse effects , Nontuberculous Mycobacteria/isolation & purification , Mycobacterium Infections, Nontuberculous/etiology , Risk Assessment , Treatment OutcomeABSTRACT
Isolated jejunal varices are an uncommon manifestation of portal hypertension. A one and a half year old boy presented with recurrent, massive gastrointestinal bleeding from jejunal varices. The bleeding site was identified at exploratory laparotomy. Jejunal resection and anastomosis resulted in complete resolution of the bleeding and there has been no recurrent bleeding over an eight month follow-up period.
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Anastomosis, Surgical/methods , Child, Preschool , Follow-Up Studies , Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage/complications , Humans , Hypertension, Portal/complications , Jejunal Diseases/complications , Jejunum/blood supply , Laparotomy , Male , Treatment Outcome , Varicose Veins/complicationsABSTRACT
A retrospective study of cancer was conducted in the region of South Gujarat particularly in Surat and its vicinity over a period of 6 years (1980-85) to determine type and frequency of occurrence of various malignancies. During this period 2358 new cancer cases were recorded. A total of 60 types of cancer have been detected and confirmed histopathologically. Oral, laryngeal and oesophageal malignancies were common in males. In females, cancer of breast formed the largest group followed by cancer of cervix. A comparative high rate of lung and testicular cancers was recorded in males. In females, cancers of ovary, stomach and lung were more common. In the present study, the incidence of leukaemias was recorded to be low as compared with other types of cancer. Lack of awareness and ignorance of the disease, addiction to tobacco and alcohol and increasing environmental pollution could be some of the factors responsible for higher incidence of cancers.