Hepatic echinococcal cyst successful percutaneous drainage and injection of 95% alcohol

Percutaneous drainage of hydatid liver cysts was performed in twenty selected patients. The procedure was done guided by U.S. [ultrasonography] or C.T. scan. The cyst to be drained was chosen from type I [univesicular hydatid cyst with exclusive liquid component]. The technique was done under umbrella of broad spectrum antihelminths [Mebendazole in big dose 100-200 mg/kg/day, in 3 divided doses]. Injection of 95% alcohol inside the cyst after drainage was done. The results obtained were satisfactory as regards safety and effectivness as well as economic. We conclude that the technique is easy, safe and protects patients from operative intervention and reduces the course of medical treatment about 16 weeks

Radiological changes in nondialysed patients with chronic renal failure

Skeletal abnormalities in renal osteodystrophy include osteomalacia osteosclerosis, cortical and subperiosteal bony erosions, abnormal bony texture [rarefaction], bone deformities and brown tumour. On the other hand soft tissue calcifications are another prominent feature of chronic renal diseases. They may be present in vessels subcutaneus tissue and viscera [heart, lungs, and kidneys]. Large globular periarticular calcifications may also be seen. Sixteen patients with chronic renal failure with secondary bony and soft tissue changes are discussed thoroughly in this series