Sciatica as a rare symptom of recurrent uterine carcinoma. About four cases and literature review

The occurrence of inflammatory sciatica needs a special attention because it is often related to malignant, infectious or inflammatory affections. However, rare pelvic affections and especially gynecological conditions can also cause sciatic pain. We report four observations of sciatic neuropathy caused by compression of the sacral plexus by metastases of uterine carcinoma. A literature revue is also undertaken to emphasize on the importance of recent complementary exams for the etiological diagnosis of sciatica

[Amelia - about two cases]

Amelia is a rare syndrome characterized by complete absence of one or all four limbs. We reported two cases of amelia observed in service A of the CMNT during 2002. The purpose of this article is to discuss the different etiologies of this malformation and to underline the contribution of the ultrasound done early [12 weeks of gestation]. Amelia is the result of toxic, mechanic or genetic causes. The antenatal diagnosis by ultrasonography is very useful