[Bleeding gastric inflammatory fibroid polyp (Vanek's tumor)]. / Polip inflamator fibroid gastric (tumoare Vanek) cu hemoragie.

Inflammatory fibroid polyp's (IFP) or Vanek tumor of the gastrointestinal tract represents a relatively unusual entity. IFP is an extremely rare cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding. We report herein a case of a 30-year-old woman who had a gastric IFP complicated by gastrointestinal bleeding and obstructive symptoms. The lesion was mistaken on endoscopic, radiologic examination and in the operating room for a gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST). Preoperative endoscopic examination revealed a protruding oval-shaped submucosal lesion (approximately 7 cm in size) of the gastric antrum, with ulceration of the mucosal surface. Multiple endoscopic biopsies were negative for neoplastic changes. Barium meal study disclosed a large tumor in the prepyloric area of the stomach. Presumptive preoperative diagnosis was GIST. Subtotal Bilroth II gastrectomy en bloc with the mass and lymphadenectomy was performed. Surprisingly, the final histological diagnosis was IFP. Postoperative course was uneventful and no recurrences were observed during 4 years follow-up. With reference to case report, the etiology, diagnosis and treatment strategy of IFP will be discussed. This case highlights an unusual presentation of IFP. Although bleeding may represent a rare complication due IFP, it should be considered in the differential diagnosis of upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage of uncertain etiology.

Initial experience of subfascial endoscopic perforator vein surgery in patients with severe chronic venous insufficiency.

Subfascial Endoscopic Perforator Surgery (SEPS) is a foolproof method of treatment of perforating veins reflux without direct surgical manipulation in the area of trophic disturbances. In this paper, we present initial case series, consisted of 5 patients with severe chronic venous insufficiency (CEAP classes C4-C6), SEPS being used in complex treatment. The criteria used for selection of the patients for SEPS was presence of incompetent perforating veins in the area of trophic disturbances, confirmed by duplex scanning of the venous system. Dual-port SEPS technique with using of space-maker was performed in combination with high ligation and below-knee stripping of long saphenous vein. No early postoperative complications related to SEPS were noted. Healing of all active venous ulcers among patients in class C6 and decrease of clinical severity score in all cases were achieved during follow-up period ranged from 2 to 13 months. Results of treatment in the presented case series confirm high effectiveness of SEPS in severe chronic venous insufficiency.

[Intrabiliary rupture of the hydatic cyst complicated with acute pancreatitis]. / Erupere intrabiliara a chistului hidatic hepatic complicata cu pancreatita acuta.

Acute pancreatitis is a rare complication of hydatidosis, and only few reports were published previously. We report a case of a 17-year-old man, with recurrent liver hydatid cyst, who presented with severe upper abdominal pain, vomiting, jaundice. Amylase and bilirubin were elevated. Abdominal CT scan showed a cystic lesion in the dome of the liver and a diffusely swollen pancreas. At endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) the common bile duct was dilated with fragments of hydatid membrane. A sphincterotomy was performed and hydatid membranes were extracted, after which the patient made an uneventful recovery and the level of amylase and bilirubin normalized. After two weeks a new episode of hydatid rupture occurred with clinical presentation of cholangitis. Emergency surgery was performed, which consisted of cystectomy, suture of intracavitary bile fistula, omentoplasty, choledochotomy with extraction of the hydatid membranes and common bile duct drainage. There were no relapses during 5 years follow-up. This case report highlights that ERCP and sphincterotomy are considered the procedures of choice in acute pancreatitis induced by biliary rupture of the hydatid cyst and surgical treatment is considered to be the only definitive treatment of the hydatic cystic lesion of the liver with intrabiliary rupture.

[Emphysematous necrotizing pancreatitis]. / Pancreatita acuta necrotica emfizematoasa.

The authors present an additional case of emphysematous necrotizing pancreatitis caused by Escherichia coli. Emphysematous necrotizing pancreatitis represents a rare and potentially life-threatening infection and is characterized by gas formation within or around the pancreas. A 26-year-old man presented with severe upper abdominal pain and vomiting, 7 hours from onset. Acute pancreatitis was initially diagnosed based on high amylase level, abdominal ultrasonography and primary CT scan. On the 7th day he developed fever, increasing abdominal pain and shortness of breath. On the second abdominal CT scan, the pancreatic bed was filled with gas. The diagnosis of emphysematous necrotizing pancreatitis was confirmed at laparotomy. The patient was treated successfully by extensive pancreatic necrosectomy, open packing and scheduled repeated debridements. Culture from the lesser sac, and retroperitoneal space, examined for aerobes and anaerobes, revealed growth of Escherichia coli. The authors analyze and discuss pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of emphysematous necrotizing pancreatitis. Based on the available data and this case, early surgical debridement and appropriate antibiotics appear to be the preferred treatment.