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Perianal Fistula Due to Tuberculosis Infection: A Case Report Sinaga, Bintang Yinke Magdalena; Siagian, Novi Andriani; Siagian, Parluhutan; Muhar, Adi Muradi
Journal of Endocrinology, Tropical Medicine, and Infectious Disease (JETROMI) Vol. 6 No. 3 (2024): Journal of Endocrinology, Tropical Medicine, and Infectious Disease (JETROMI)
Publisher : TALENTA Publisher, Universitas Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/jetromi.v6i3.15613

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Introduction: Approximately 5% of all cases of tuberculosis are extrapulmonary. A rare extrapulmonary variant of the disease is known as perianal tuberculosis, which accounts for 0.001% of all extrapulmonary tuberculosis cases. Case Report: A 28-year-old male presented with intermittent chronic anal pain and purulent discharge from the anal for 6 months, without respiratory complaints. Chest X-Ray examination shows minimal infiltrate on the right lung apex and broncho vascular pattern partially covered with infiltrate. Fistulotomy has been done three times in this patient within 6 months. Colonoscopy examination shows recti polyp, and the histopathology result from biopsy specimen taken from the last fistulotomy is tuberculosis-specific chronic inflammatory process. The Human Immunodeficiency Virus test is negative. This patient has been treated with anti-tuberculosis treatment for 7 months and 2 months after consuming it the wound on the perianal is healing and the patient’s weight is gaining 10 kgs within 7 months. Conclusion: The diagnosis of perianal tuberculosis is challenging, especially in the absence of pulmonary focus. Tuberculosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of perianal ulcers and fistulas, mainly in non-healing and recurrent anal lesions, especially in regions where tuberculosis is endemic. Management with anti-tuberculosis treatment can provide complete recovery.
Double-Lumen vs Small-Bore Pigtail Catheter for Pleural Effusion: Which is Superior? Siagian, Novi Andriani; Soeroso, Noni Novisari; Bihar, Syamsul; Ashar, Taufik
Jurnal Respirasi Vol. 11 No. 1 (2025): January 2025
Publisher : Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/jr.v11-I.1.2025.39-46

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Introduction: Pleural effusion is associated with a high mortality rate. Tube thoracostomy remains the standard treatment. Despite this, double-lumen catheters, typically used for central venous access, are infrequently employed for pleural drainage. This study compared the characteristics of patients undergoing double-lumen catheter versus pigtail catheter placements for pleural effusion. Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted on adult patients at Prof. Dr. Chairuddin Panusunan Lubis Universitas Sumatera Utara Hospital, Haji Adam Malik General Hospital, and St. Elisabeth Hospital, Medan, from September 2022 to April 2024. This study analyzed patient demographics and clinical presentations for those receiving either catheter type. Results: The mean age of patients with double-lumen catheters was 58.21 years old, while those with pigtail catheters averaged 54.9 years old. Patients with double-lumen catheters frequently presented with a combination of shortness of breath, cough, and chest pain, while those with pigtail catheters primarily reported shortness of breath. Both groups predominantly exhibited exudative pleural effusions. Radiological evaluations indicated moderate pleural effusion was most common in both groups, with thoracic ultrasound revealing fluid volumes between 500 and 2,000 cc. Conclusion: Double-lumen catheters are more frequently utilized for moderate to massive pleural effusion, whereas pigtail catheters are typically reserved for moderate cases. The choice of catheter depends on the patient's condition, the underlying cause of the effusion, and radiological findings.