Perforated Jejunal Adenocarcinoma in a COVID-19-Positive Patient

A perforated jejunal diverticulum

A 65-year-old lady presented with a 5-day history of watery diarrhoea and right-sided abdominal pain. Overnight she developed localised peritonitis in the left iliac fossa. An abdominal computed tomography scan revealed free fluid in the abdominal cavity, free air in the retroperitoneum and a small bowel perforation. An emergency laparotomy was carried out which revealed multiple jejunal divert...

COVID-19 in Nursing Homes: The Problematic Management of Residents Without Positive COVID-19 RT-PCR

COVID-19: A Window of Opportunity for Positive Healthcare Reforms

The current coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is testing healthcare systems like never before and all efforts are now being put into controlling the COVID-19 crisis. We witness increasing morbidity, delivery systems that sometimes are on the brink of collapse, and some shameless rent seeking. However, besides all the challenges, there are also possibilities t...

Perforated jejunal diverticula: a case report

INTRODUCTION Jejunal diverticula are rare and are usually asymptomatic. However, they may cause chronic non-specific symptoms or rarely lead to an acute presentation. CASE PRESENTATION We report the case of an 82-year-old Caucasian woman presenting with a one-day history of generalized abdominal pain, with three episodes of vomiting. An abdominal X-ray displayed multiple dilated loops of the ...

ROY ADAPTATION MODEL IN PATIENT WITH COVID-19

Background & Aims: COVID-19 is an acute disease of the respiratory system with diffuse inflammation. In this disease, a wide range of symptoms can cause biological and psychological changes in performance. Skillful preparation of the patient to find the optimal way to deal with this disease, as well as maintaining the independence and vitality of life, is an important part of the treatment proc...