Cureus

Cureus · ISSN (print) 2168-8184 · 1,307 papers in corpus
case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.52388 ·PMID:38361710

Cervical pregnancy is a very rare form of ectopic pregnancy, which can be life-threatening due to the potential risk of massive haemorrhage. The most likely site of cervical implantation is within the endocervical canal. We report here an u…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.63117 ·PMID:39055473

Endometriosis is characterized by the ectopic implantation of a functional uterine lining outside of the uterus. Commonly, it occurs in the fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterosacral ligaments, and gastrointestinal tract. Less commonly, it may o…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.73329 ·PMID:39655119

We present the first case of low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) invading a leiomyoma, which was difficult to diagnose preoperatively. A 49-year-old multiparous woman was referred to our institution due to the enlargement of an old …

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.70273 ·PMID:39463682

This article presents a rare case of an elderly patient with diabetes and hypertension who developed a primary pyogenic liver abscess (PLA) that subsequently disseminated to the lungs by contiguity, resulting in diaphragmatic perforation co…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.63077 ·PMID:39055422

Hirsutism in females is most commonly associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome, but can also result from congenital adrenal hyperplasia and ovarian tumors like granulosa cell tumors, Sertoli-Leydig cell tumors, and hilus cell tumors. We …

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.52252 ·PMID:38352082

The report delineates the rare occurrence of uterine blastomycosis, an atypical systemic presentation of Blastomyces dermatitidis infection prevalent in North America. Focused on a 51-year-old immunocompetent female displaying abdominal pai…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.73258 ·PMID:39651023

Our case involves a 68-year-old postmenopausal patient with a history of total abdominal hysterectomy and right salpingo-oophorectomy performed 25 years ago. The patient presented with chronic pelvic pain for a gynecological examination. Cl…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.75829 ·PMID:39822433

Disseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis (DPL) is a rare entity. It is a benign disease but can mimic disseminated malignancy with extensive disease at multiple sites within the abdominopelvic cavity. The primary contributing factor is postul…

review 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.61244 ·PMID:38939264

Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a rare and complex clinical syndrome characterized by the accumulation of mucinous ascites within the peritoneal cavity, typically associated with mucinous tumours of appendiceal origin. Despite its rarity, P…

review 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.64725 ·PMID:39156405

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) is revolutionizing the landscape of women's healthcare. This review article explores the transformative impact of AI technologies on the diagnosis, treatm…

review 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.65516 ·PMID:39188440

The incidence of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) has greatly increased. Previously dominated by infectious diseases, LMICs are the new epicentre of CVDs. CVD is a common problem amongst the populat…

other 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.65608 ·PMID:39205761

Background Post-menopausal bleeding (PMB) is a very common complaint seen in current practice. Endometrial carcinoma (EC) commonly presents with PMB. Endometrial biopsy is the tool for definitive diagnosis, but it is invasive. Transvaginal …

observational 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.65649 ·PMID:39205769

Background Endometriosis is a prevalent gynecological disorder characterized by extra-uterine endometrial-like tissue, causing substantial morbidity, including chronic pelvic pain and infertility. Little is known about the correlation betwe…

observational 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.71246 ·PMID:39525203

Objective The objective of the study was to evaluate fibroid vascularization and vascular indices with three-dimensional (3D) power Doppler and superb microvascular imaging (SMI) and its correlation with heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB). Mate…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.73165 ·PMID:39650869

Atypical fractures are diagnosed when an otherwise normal force causes a fracture in a patient using bisphosphonates chronically. These occur most commonly in the subtrochanteric region of the femur. Yet, the literature on atypical tibial s…

review 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.55240 ·PMID:38558676

Ayurveda, an ancient holistic and personalized healing system originating from the Indian subcontinent, has been gaining increasing attention as a complementary and alternative medical practice for treating various health conditions, includ…

observational 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.56552 ·PMID:38646229

Introduction This study explores the intricate relationship between bacterial flora and the occurrence of Escherichia coli (E. coli) infections in gynecological patients. It aims to provide insights into the various treatment strategies use…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.74642 ·PMID:39735105

A defect in the fusion of Müllerian ducts results in the uterine malformation of the bicornuate uterus. The bicornuate uterus is an uncommon condition, and it is associated with adverse early pregnancy and antenatal events, such as recurren…

review 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.70629 ·PMID:39483571

Biofilms are intricate microbial communities on various surfaces, including medical devices and biological tissues, encased within a protective matrix of extracellular polymeric substances. Their formation and persistence are significant fa…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.63171 ·PMID:39070505

Bladder carcinoma is a common malignant tumor of the urinary system, with the leading cause of death being the metastasis of cancer. It, however, is a rare malignancy in the Indian population with the incidence being higher in males compare…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.64056 ·PMID:39114229

Bowel obstructions are one of the main causes of hospital admissions for acute abdominal pain. In addition, bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world. This said, bowel obstruction and bladder cancer are very frequent dis…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.64127 ·PMID:39119442

A 15-year-old male has been experiencing fever, limb pain during exercise, and reduced sweating since childhood. During an investigation into his fever, a family history of Fabry disease was discovered, prompting a referral to our departmen…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.75527 ·PMID:39664286

A 46-year-old woman on low-dose estrogen-progestin (LEP) therapy for endometriosis developed a right-sided pneumothorax. Surgical findings included a pulmonary bulla in the right middle lung lobe and a small hole in the center tendon of the…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.56922 ·PMID:38665709

Cesarean scar disorder (CSDi) is a newly recognized cause of secondary infertility. Laparoscopic or hysteroscopic surgery is generally chosen for the surgical treatment of CSDi, depending on the residual myometrial thickness of the cesarean…

case-report 2024
doi:10.7759/cureus.72245 ·PMID:39583494

Chronic ectopic pregnancy (CEP) is the implantation of the conceptus outside of the uterine cavity and fallopian tubes are the most frequent site. CEP is among the leading causes of maternal mortality and morbidity. The diagnosis is sometim…