1.Two cases of Peutz-Jeghers syndrome presenting as bowel obstruction from intussusception.
Papua New Guinea medical journal 2011;54(1-2):53-55
Two unusual cases of small intestinal intussusception presenting as bowel obstruction are presented. They both had freckle-like pigmentation of the perioral area, palms and soles of the feet with intestinal polyps which acted as lead points in the intussusception. Peutz-Jeghers syndrome was diagnosed. This report highlights the high risk of cancer of the intestines and extra-intestinal sites associated with this interesting but rare condition.
Adolescent
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Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Ileal Diseases/*complications
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*Ileocecal Valve
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Intussusception/*etiology
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Male
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Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome/*complications
2.Case report of a thermal burns patient with diabetes insipidus.
Papua New Guinea medical journal 2011;54(1-2):56-58
We report a rare case of diabetes insipidus following fire burn injury. Meticulous fluid balance and the use of carbamazepine resulted in her survival.
Burns/*complications
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Carbamazepine/therapeutic use
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Diabetes Insipidus, Neurogenic/drug therapy/*etiology
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Female
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Fires
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Fluid Therapy/methods
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Humans
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Self-Injurious Behavior
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Young Adult