S. D. Peter

Complicated Boerhaave’s Syndrome Managed by Conservative Treatment

S. D. Peter, A. H. Shitta, J. M. Njem, E. O. Igoh, A. F. Ale, M. W. Isichei, E. O. Ojo, M. A. Misauno & B. T. Ugwu · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2020

Boerhaave’s syndrome is a full-thickness perforation of oesophagus associated with vomiting and/or severe straining. It is a severe condition with high morbidity and mortality; the outcome is dependent on early recognition, prompt and effective intervention. It commonly presents...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1930671

Giant Extracranial Carotid Artery Pseudo-aneurysm Causing Acute Airway Obstruction

B. I. Akhiwu, S. D. Peter, J. M. Njem, E. O. Ojo, I. O. Omofuma, A. G. Adewale & A. S. Adoga · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2018

Aneurysms of the carotid artery are known to be very rare. When they occur, they can result in upper airway obstruction, vascular embolisation of blood clots, stroke, or other neurologic deficits. Most importantly if they do rupture, it may be fatal. The present study reports a 2...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMMR/2018/43733