Extreme Facial Dysmorphism – Is this a Rare Case of Severe Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is a well-documented consequence of prenatal alcohol exposure, presenting with a spectrum of physical, developmental, and neurobehavioral abnormalities. We present a rare case of severe FAS characterized by extreme facial dysmorphism in a neonate born to a mother with chronic alcohol consumption during pregnancy. The infant exhibited marked craniofacial disproportion, low-set […]
Dural Sinus Thrombosis in a 14year old girl – A Case Report
Dural sinus thrombosis is a rare but serious condition, especially in children, requiring a high level of suspicion for accurate diagnosis and timely treatment. We present the case of a 14-year-old female who initially presented with vague symptoms but later developed neurological deficits. Imaging revealed left acute mastoiditis and dural sinus thrombosis. She was successfully […]
Dermonecrosis in a Neonate from Arachnid Envenomation
Envenomation by venomous creatures poses a significant threat, especially in home environments where identification may be challenging. We present a rare case of dermonecrosis in a neonate resulting from a brown recluse spider bite. The neonate presented with a painful red mark on the abdomen, leading to distress and necrotic skin lesions. Despite initial normal […]
Digital Dysgenesis in a Preterm Infant Following Intrauterine Exposure to Misoprostol Coincidence or Association
This case report presents a preterm infant with digital dysgenesis following intrauterine exposure to misoprostol. The infant, born at 31 weeks of gestation, exhibited craniofacial anomalies and limb malformations consistent with misoprostol teratogenicity. The mother had a history of attempting termination of pregnancy with misoprostol during the first trimester. Despite resuscitative efforts, the infant succumbed […]
Extremely Unusual Case of Disabling Soft Tissue Ossification in Pediatric Patient
Debilitating ossifications in soft tissue is an extremely rare phenomenon in literature. Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva is a very unusual genetic disorder of Extra-Skeletal Bone formation mostly within muscle, tendons and fascia. Clinically it presents with extensive heterotopic ossification in soft tissue and malformations in greater Toe and Thumb. During the earlier stages, clinical presentations may mimic […]
High Cesarean Section Rate in a Tertiary Medical Center in Monrovia, Liberia: Trends, Indications, and Implications
Background The escalating global rates of cesarean sections (C-sections) have raised concerns, with the World Health Organization recommending a rate of 10-15%. This study investigates the cesarean section rate, trends, indications, and potential causes at a tertiary medical center in Monrovia, Liberia. Objectives To determine the cesarean section rate, identify common indications, analyze trends, and […]
Infantile Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis in a Female Infant
Infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (IHPS) is a rare condition characterized by abnormal thickening of the pyloric muscles, predominantly affecting male infants. We present a case of IHPS in a female infant, the third of three siblings, who presented with typical symptoms of projectile vomiting and fever. Despite the rarity of this condition in our facility […]
Pentalogy of Fallot Presenting as Acyanotic Congenital Heart Disease
Pentalogy of Fallot (POF) is a rare variant of the more common tetralogy of Fallot (TOF), characterized by the classic features of TOF along with an additional congenital cardiac lesion such as an atrial septal defect (ASD) or patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). Here, we present a case of POF presenting as acyanotic congenital heart disease […]