Superior mesenteric artery syndrome is a deadly but uncommon gastro-vascular condition marked by constriction of the 3rd section of the duodenum by the overlying SMA or superior mesenteric artery and the AA or abdominal aorta. The condition generally occurs due to an angle of 6 to 25 degrees between the SMA and the AA, as… Continue reading Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome
Category: Syndromes
Pronator Teres Syndrome
Pronator teres syndrome or PTS is a condition marked by compression of the median nerve located near the elbow. The entrapped nerve goes through the 2 sections of the pronator teres muscle in the hand, thereby resulting in numbness, pain, and tingling sensation in the hand and forearm. The condition is more common in individuals… Continue reading Pronator Teres Syndrome
Dandy Walker Syndrome
Dandy Walker syndrome is a disorder of the brain that is present from birth. Patients will elicit abnormalities in the cerebellum as well as in the cerebrospinal fluid filled areas in and surrounding the cerebellum. It is named after Walter Dandy and Arthur Walker who are regarded as the founders of neurosurgery. Dandy Walker syndrome… Continue reading Dandy Walker Syndrome
Rett Syndrome
Rett syndrome is a rare genetic disorder marked by abnormal development of the brain. Females are predominantly affected by the condition than males. In the initial phases of growth post birth, Rhett syndrome babies tend to elicit normal development. The adverse symptoms of the condition are typically observed six months after delivery. As the affected… Continue reading Rett Syndrome