Idiopathic ascites of haemodialysis: response to treatment.

Strict volume control in the treatment of nephrogenic ascites.

BACKGROUND Nephrogenic ascites refers to the condition of refractory ascites of unknown aetiology and occurs mainly in patients with end-stage renal disease who are undergoing haemodialysis. Despite many treatment modalities, nephrogenic ascites remains difficult to control and has a poor prognosis. METHODS We investigated six such patients who had developed severe, apparently refractory asci...

Multicentric Carpotarsal Osteolysis Mimicking Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

Background Multicentric carpotarsal osteolysis (MCTO), a skeletal dysplasia presents in early childhood mimicking juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Recognition of this syndrome is essential to avoid unnecessary treatment with immunosuppressive agents because of different course and treatment. Case Report A 3-year-old boy presented with swelling and restriction of right wrist joint and left ...

Effects of Helicobacter Pylori Eradication on Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria

Background: Chronic idiopathic urticaria is defined as urticaria, which lasts for more than 8 weeks and has no apparent etiology. The aim of this study was to examine the causal role of Helicobacter pylori infection in chronic idiopathic urticaria. Methods: Fifty-six patients with chronic idiopathic urticaria and a negative response to skin prick test for common aeroallergens were selected. The...

Successful Treatment of Congenital Chylous Ascites with Total Parenteral Nutrition

Congenital chylous ascites is a rare condition. It is predominantly idiopathic in etiology and presents a therapeutic challenge. A case of idiopathic congenital chylous ascites successfully treated with six weeks of total parenteral nutrition is described.

Successful Treatment of Ethylene Glycol Poisoning with Haemodialysis