ABSTRACT
A case of post-radioiodine follicular carcinoma of the thyroid is presented. Current evidence suggests no causal relationship. The evidence for this assertion is reviewed with the conclusion that a note of caution is still required.
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Adenocarcinoma/etiology , Iodine Radioisotopes/adverse effects , Neoplasms, Radiation-Induced/etiology , Thyroid Neoplasms/etiology , Female , Humans , Middle Aged , Thyrotoxicosis/radiotherapy , Time FactorsABSTRACT
Spontaneous aortocaval fistula is an uncommon complication of an abdominal aortic aneurysm. This report details two cases of this condition presenting with symptoms attributable to arteriovenous shunting. Pain was not a prominent feature so that attention was not initially drawn to the abdomen. Diagnosis and management of the condition are discussed.
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Aortic Diseases/diagnosis , Aortic Rupture/complications , Arteriovenous Fistula/diagnosis , Vena Cava, Inferior , Aged , Aorta, Abdominal , Aortic Diseases/etiology , Aortic Diseases/surgery , Arteriovenous Fistula/etiology , Arteriovenous Fistula/surgery , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Preoperative CareSubject(s)
Aortic Aneurysm/diagnosis , Aged , Aorta, Abdominal , Aortic Rupture/diagnosis , Diagnosis, Differential , Diverticulitis/diagnosis , Female , Humans , Intervertebral Disc Displacement/diagnosis , Kidney Diseases/diagnosis , Kyphosis/diagnosis , Lumbar Vertebrae , Male , Middle Aged , Pancreatic Neoplasms/diagnosis , Retroperitoneal Neoplasms/diagnosis , Scoliosis/diagnosis , Ultrasonography , United KingdomABSTRACT
Occlusion of the axillary artery occurred in a man with erect dislocation (luxatio erecta) of the shoulder. This combination of injuries has not previously been reported. The arterial injury was demonstrated by arteriography and repaired by a vein graft. There was an associated fracture of the greater tuberosity of the humerus, which required open reduction and internal fixation.
