bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Biological Control of Black Rot (Xanthomonas campestris pv. campestris) of Cabbage in Tanzania with Bacillus strains
Authors: Massomo S. M. S. , Mortensen C. N. , Mabagala R. B. , Newman M.‐A. , Hockenhull J. 
Published: August 2010

AbstractWe evaluated the biocontrol efficacy of strains of Bacillus from Tanzania against the black rot pathogen, Xanthomonas campestris pv. campestris, in cabbage and the influence of the method of application under field conditions. The incidence and severity of black rot in the foliage, stems and heads of the highly susceptible cultivar, Copenhagen Market, were significantly reduced, especially when antagonists were applied through the roots as compared to application through the seeds or foliage (cotyledons). Promising antagonists included strains of B. cereus, B. lentimorbus and B. pumilus.
Genetic Variation Among Rhynchosporium secalis Populations of West Asia and North Africa as Revealed by RAPD and AFLP Analysis
Authors: Von Korff M. , Udupa S. M. , Yahyaoui A. , Baum M. 
Published: August 2010

AbstractIn order to study genetic variation among populations of Rhynchosporium secalis, 65 isolates were sampled from the West Asian and North African regions and used for polymerase chain reaction (PCR)‐based DNA marker analyses [namely random amplified polymorphism DNAs (RAPDs) and amplified fragment length polymorphisms (AFLPs)]. The study revealed that genetic diversity among and within populations accounted for 80 and 20%, respectively, of the total genetic diversity, indicating that the local field populations of R. secalis in West Asia and North Africa originated from genetically diverse source populations. Furthermore, high genetic similarity among isolates from the same location suggests that scald populations originated from a local founder population, possibly through rain‐splash‐dispersed conidia.
Detection of Aflatoxin in Aspergillus Species Isolated from Pistachio in Iran
Authors: Rahimi P. , Sharifnabi B. , Bahar M. 
Published: August 2010

AbstractTo estimate the incidence contamination of fresh pistachio nuts by aflatoxigenic fungi in Iran, nut samples were collected from pistachio orchards in Kerman, Rafsanjan and Isfahan regions. Out of the 200 Aspergillus isolates obtained, 11 species were identified as A. alliaceous, A. candidus, A. flavus, A. niger, A. niveus, A. ochraceus, A. parasiticus, A. tamari, A. terreus, A. unguis and A. wentii. For detection of aflatoxin production ability of the isolates, three target genes, namely aflR, aflJ, and omtB, used in PCR amplification. In all the examined cases, the degenerate primer designed for amplification of omtB gene, named omtBII, was able to amplify an expected 611 bp fragment in aflatoxigenic isolates in this study and yielded the same result as those obtained from TLC analysis and fluorescence ability by application of methylated β‐cyclodextrin in culture media. Using this procedure the significant incidence of aflatoxin‐producing aspergilli was confirmed in pistachio nuts produced in different regions of Iran. The results indicated that PCR method described here, in combination with fluorescence assay, is a reliable and simple confirmatory test for monitoring pistachio nuts contaminated with aflatoxinogenic aspergilli.
Genetic Diversity, Aggressiveness and Metalaxyl Sensitivity of Pythium spinosum Infecting Cucumber in Oman
Authors: Al‐Sa’di A. M. , Drenth A. , Deadman M. L. , DeCock A. W. A. M. , Al‐Said F. A. , Aitken E. A. B. 
Published: August 2010

AbstractA total of 24 isolates of Pythium spinosum from cucumber obtained from five regions in Oman were characterized for genetic diversity using amplified fragment length polymorphism (AFLP) fingerprinting and three isolates from the Netherlands, South Africa and Japan were included for comparison. Isolates from Oman were also characterized for aggressiveness on cucumber seedlings and sensitivity to metalaxyl. Identity of all isolates was confirmed using sequences of the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region of the ribosomal DNA (rDNA), which showed more than 99% nucleotide similarity among all isolates. Using six primer‐pair combinations, AFLP fingerprinting resolved 295 AFLP markers of which 193 were polymorphic among isolates from other countries and only six were polymorphic among isolates of P. spinosum from Oman. Seven different AFLP phenotypes of P. spinosum were recovered in Oman; two of them were found to contain over 79% of isolates and one was recovered from all regions in Oman. Phenotypes from Oman showed very high (≥99%) levels of genetic similarity to each other compared to moderate (mean =53%) levels of genetic similarity with phenotypes from other countries. In addition, all isolates from Oman were found to be highly sensitive to metalaxyl and all were aggressive on cucumber seedlings at 25°C. The high genetic similarity among phenotypes of P. spinosum in Oman as well as recovering two major clones across regions may suggest that P. spinosum has been recently introduced in Oman via a common source.
Bilateral symmetric gluteal muscle metastases from pancreatic carcinoma presenting as a myositis
Authors: Agzarian MJ , Jones DN , Yong TY , Roberts‐Thomson P 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYSkeletal muscle metastases from pancreatic carcinoma are exceedingly rare with only a few cases reported in the published work. The case of a 59‐year‐old man with bilateral, symmetric gluteal muscle metastases from pancreatic carcinoma is presented. This case was clinically challenging as until skeletal muscle biopsy was carried out, the working diagnosis was that of paraneoplastic polymyositis. A brief review of the published work is also presented.
Unusual radiological appearance of a faecaloma
Authors: Sood BP , Rezai S , Parker D 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYFaecaloma is a hardened, relatively immobile, tumour‐like mass of accumulated faeces, usually found in the rectosigmoid region. Rarely, a faecaloma may be observed in other locations along the colon. It is a rare condition but has important complications, including ulceration, perforation and obstruction. The diagnosis is important not only to avoid confusion with neoplasm but also to alert the physician to the possibility of complications. Here we present a case of faecaloma, including the clinical and radiological difficulties in the diagnosis.
MRI of bilateral internal carotid artery agenesis
Authors: Welman CJ , Khangure MS 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYBilateral internal carotid artery (ICA) agenesis is rare. A patient presented with symptoms of a transient ischaemic attack. Magnetic resonance imaging with magnetic resonance angiography showed multiple foci of chronic cerebral ischaemic change and bilaterally absent ICA. Cerebral supply was derived from the posterior circulation. Differentiation has to be made between congenital agenesis/hypoplasia and acquired ICA occlusion. Computed tomography through the skull base showed the absence of the carotid canals bilaterally confirming congenital ICA agenesis.
Massive occult haemoperitoneum following spontaneous rupture of duodenal gastrointestinal stromal tumour
Authors: Kan EYL , Wong LMK 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYGastrointestinal stromal tumours are an uncommon subset of mesenchymal tumour that can occur anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract. Diagnosis of gastrointestinal stromal tumours is often difficult, as presentation is variable. This case report identifies massive haemoperitoneum as an initial finding, which is an unusual mode of presentation in gastrointestinal stromal tumours.
Urinary bladder paraganglioma in a case of von Hippel‐Lindau disease
Authors: Athyal RP , Al‐Khawari H , Arun N , Abul F , Patrick J 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYPheochromocytoma is a well‐known association in patients with von Hippel‐Lindau disease. However, extra‐adrenal pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma with this association is rare. We describe a patient with von Hippel‐Lindau disease who presented with haematuria and was diagnosed to have a urinary bladder paraganglioma, which is an extremely rare tumour. Herein we report this case which, to the best of our knowledge, represents the first case highlighting the association of urinary bladder paraganglioma with von Hippel‐Lindau disease.
Basilar artery aneurysm treated with coil embolization via persistent primitive hypoglossal artery
Authors: Bapuraj JR , Ojili V , Khandelwal N , Shanbhogue AKP , Gupta SK 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYA saccular aneurysm at the basilar artery bifurcation associated with a persistent primitive hypoglossal artery (PPHA) was successfully treated by endovascular occlusion with Guglielmi detachable coils. As both vertebral arteries were aplasitc, a microcatheter was advanced via PPHA. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report describing the treatment of a basilar top aneurysm through the PPHA.
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans, magnetic resonance imaging and pathological correlation
Authors: Bergin P , Rezaei S , Lau Q , Coucher J 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYDermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is a rare slow‐growing soft tissue tumour which characteristically occurs on the chest, head and neck regions. Typical histologic features include monomorphous spindle‐shaped cells arranged in a storiform pattern on a background of fibrous stroma. The tumour has a propensity for local invasion and high recurrence rate. While the imaging features are not pathognomonic of the tumour, the characteristic location and shape should prompt inclusion in the differential diagnostic list.
Intramural haematoma of the thoracic aorta: Rupture and endoluminal exclusion
Authors: Spencer AJ , Buckenham TM 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYIntramural haematoma is an increasingly recognized condition, characterized by an acute haemorrhage into the aortic wall without the creation of a pseudolumen. We present a case that was diagnosed by non‐contrast CT scanning, which showed a hitherto undescribed contained rupture into the mediastinum, but no haemothorax. This complicated intramural haematoma was then successfully treated with endoluminal exclusion, which was performed during frank rupture of the thoracic aorta into the left hemithorax which occurred just before the commencement of the endoluminal exclusion.
A case of late‐onset primary hyperoxaluria
Authors: Calisir C , Yavas US 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYPrimary hyperoxaluria is a rare autosomal recessive disorder resulting in diffuse deposition of insoluble oxalate crystals in multiple organs. Two‐thirds of patients have nephrolithiasis by 5 years of age and 80% die of renal failure by 20 years of age. Rarely, the disease will present in adulthood, with the onset of symptoms occurring as late as the sixth decade. Oxalosis is a condition in which the highly insoluble calcium oxalate crystals are deposited in extrarenal tissue. Pathologic involvement of bone is recognized as osteosclerosis on radiograph. Oxalosis should be considered in patients with osteosclerotic bone changes and chronic renal failure and should not be misinterpreted as renal osteodystrophy. We describe here a case of oxalosis in a 33‐year‐old man.
Lemierre’s syndrome revisited: case report and imaging findings
Authors: Chiu O , Erbay SH , Bhadelia RA 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYLemierre’s syndrome, characterized by infective thrombophlebitis of the internal jugular vein with septic emboli, was once a ubiquitous condition with high mortality rate in the pre‐antibiotic era. Radiological literature on this condition has been scanty in the era of cross‐sectional imaging. We present a 16‐year‐old patient with Lemierre’s syndrome with discussion of the typical clinical features and CT findings.
Pregnancy‐related spinal epidural capillary‐cavernous haemangioma: Magnetic resonance imaging and differential diagnosis
Authors: Hakan T , Demir MK , Aker FV , Berkman MZ 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYEpidural haemangiomas are very rare tumours of the spine. Only a few case reports have been published and most of them were cavernous or capillary. To the best of our knowledge, we report the first case of a histologically confirmed epidural capillary‐cavernous haemangioma of the thoracic spine presented in the MRI.
Disseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis: magnetic resonance imaging and differential diagnosis
Authors: Demir MK 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYDisseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis is a rare disease characterized by the presence of multiple myomatous nodules in peritoneal cavity. The diagnosis may be difficult in some cases as the results of ultrasonography and CT imaging may suggest malignancy. In this report, we describe the characteristic MRI findings of the disease with differential diagnosis in a 34‐year‐old woman discovered during laparoscopy for tubal ligation.
Omental torsion without a whirl sign
Authors: Ergun T , Lakadamyali H , Karabulut Z , Dogan T 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYOmental torsion is a very rare cause of acute abdomen. Its primary diagnostic modality is CT. The whirl sign visible in CT images is pathognomonic. The whirl sign is not present in all cases. When no whirl sign is seen, omental torsion is rather difficult to be differantieted radiologically from omental infarct and epiploic appendicitis. The diagnosis of these three entites is clinically important due to their different treatments. We present in this paper an omental torsion case where whirl sign was not present and diagnosis was made by other suggestive CT image findings.
Candida prosthetic valve endocarditis: the complementary role of multidetector computed tomography and transoesophageal echocardiography in preoperative evaluation
Authors: Ghersin E , Lessick J , Agmon Y , Engel A , Kophit A , Adler Z 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYA 72‐year‐old man with previous mitral valve replacement and single coronary bypass surgery was diagnosed with recurrent candida endocarditis by transoesophageal echocardiography and positive blood cultures. Preoperative electrocardiogram‐gated multidetector CT (MDCT) was ordered to evaluate the patency and course of the mammary graft. In addition to verifying graft patency, MDCT demonstrated a mobile vegetation on the mitral prosthesis as well as a vegetation on the posterior left atrial wall which was not visible by transoesophageal echocardiography. Multidetector CT also revealed signs of osteomyelitis in the thoracic spine. Repeated surgery confirmed these findings and mitral valve replacement with resection of the left atrial vegetation were performed. This case illustrates the complementary role of MDCT and echocardiography in the preoperative evaluation of fungal endocarditis.
Cystic splenosis mimicking a renal mass: a case report and review of the literature
Authors: Gürses B , Kabakçı N , Akşit HZ , Yencilek F , Kovanlikaya A , Kovanlikaya İ 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYSplenosis is a well‐known entity, caused by autotransplantation of splenic tissue as a result of trauma or splenectomy. Patients are generally asymptomatic, and this entity is diagnosed during routine diagnostic imaging. Cystic changes in splenic implants have been defined before but, as to our knowledge, radiological demonstration of cystic components has not been published in the literature. It is well‐known that unusual locations of the splenic implants create diagnostic problems, sometimes leading to unnecessary surgical interventions. In this report splenosis, mimicking a renal tumour, with cystic changes in the biggest splenule, and diagnosis with ferrumoxide‐enhanced MRI is presented.
Radiological and histological features of tumoral calcinosis of the dorsum of the foot
Authors: Kotajima S , Hatori M , Ogura K 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYTumoral calcinosis is a rare condition characterized by large calcific masses occurring predominantly in the juxta‐articular regions of the extremities. To our knowledge, occurrences in the foot, particularly in association with bone erosion, have been very rare. A 52‐year‐old Japanese man presented with a mass in the foot, the size of which increased over a period of 27 years. CT scan and MRI demonstrated a 6 cm × 3 cm × 2.5 cm sized mass. There was bone erosion of the dorsal side of the third metatarsal head. Marginal excision was made. Histopathologically, the mass was composed of amorphous calcification with inflammatory cell infiltration. X‐ray diffraction method revealed that the pattern of the mass coincided with hydroxyapatite. The patients had no local recurrence at 5 years after operation.
Radiological features of progressive tumoral calcinosis in chronic renal failure
Authors: Hodnett P , Moore M , Kinsella S , Kelly D , Plant WD , Maher MM 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYWe present the case of a young adult patient with chronic renal failure who developed painful subcutaneous nodules after failed renal transplant and recommencing dialysis. These nodules were juxta‐articular in location and initially located over both shoulders. Radiological evaluation suggested tumoral calcinosis. The patient was placed on a strict dialysis and dietary regimen but was suboptimally compliant with same. The patient developed progressive disease with an increase in size and number of juxta‐articular calcified soft‐tissue masses. However, 6 months following a second renal transplant clinical and radiological follow up demonstrated marked resolution both in symptomatology and radiographic findings. We present the plain radiographic, CT and MRI findings which demonstrate the typical radiological features of tumoral calcinosis. We correlate these findings with clinical course and histological findings following surgical excision of one of these masses.
Fibrolipomatous hamartoma of median nerve
Authors: Jain TP , Srivastava DN , Mittal R , Gamanagatti S 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYFibrolipomaous hamartoma is a benign neoplasm of nerves, resulting from anomalous growth of fibroadipose tissue of the nerve sheath. The median nerve is the most commonly involved nerve. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) features are pathognomonic, showing a coaxial cable‐like appearance on axial images and spaghetti‐like appearance on coronal images. Preferred management of the lesion is conservative.
Ossifying pleomorphic adenoma of the parotid gland: A case report and review
Authors: Kato H , Kanematsu M , Ando K , Mizuta K , Ito Y , Hirose Y , Hoshi H 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYPleomorphic adenoma is the most common parotid gland neoplasm and occasionally arises from the deep lobe of the parotid gland with extension into the parapharyngeal space. However, ossification of pleomorphic adenoma is rare, although chondroid and myxochondroid tissue formation is frequently seen histologically. We report an unusual case of ossifying pleomorphic adenoma arising from the deep lobe of the parotid gland in the parapharyngeal space.
Double superior vena cava with a persistent left superior vena cava: an incidental finding during peripherally inserted central catheter placement
Authors: Shyamkumar NK , Brown R 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYWe describe a case of double superior vena cava with a persistent left‐sided superior vena cava discovered at the time of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) placement. The diagnosis was suggested by fluoroscopy and confirmed by venography. The relevance of the diagnosis with respect to PICC placement is discussed.
Usefulness of virtual colonoscopy in the diagnosis of symptomatic large colonic lipomas
Authors: Koktener A , Erden A 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYLipomas of the colon are uncommon tumour of the gastrointestinal tract, but cause diagnostic difficulty when they are symptomatic. We reported two cases of symptomatic, large colonic lipoma. Colonoscopy was incomplete because of the narrowing lumen caused by lipomas. By the help of computed tomography colonography/virtual colonoscopy, colonic lipomas were diagnosed correctly, but also proximal colon was examined.
Multiple hepatic hemangiomas with fluid‐fluid levels
Authors: Lee J , Lim HK , Jeon YH 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYHepatic haemangiomas with fluid‐fluid levels are known to be rare with only five cases reported in the English literature. According to the previous reports, the presence of fluid‐fluid level could attribute to the separation of blood cells and serous fluid because of the extremely slow flow in cavernous haemangioma of the liver. We describe the imaging features of multiple hepatic haemangiomas with fluid‐fluid levels, which was pathologically proven with ultrasonography guided biopsy.
Fluoromethylcholine PET in recurrent multifocal hepatoma
Authors: Lenzo NP , Anderson J , Campbell A , Morandeau L , De Grado TR 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYF‐18 fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) positron emission tomography (PET) has variable efficacy in evaluating hepatocellular carcinoma. We present a case of a new oncologic imaging tracer fluoromethylcholine (FCH), which has visualized recurrent multifocal hepatoma in a patient with a poor FDG avid hepatic tumour. The lesions demonstrated on FCH PET correlated well with the findings on CT hepatic angiography.
Case of fibromatosis of male breast
Authors: Li A , Lui CY , Ying M , Mak KL , Lam HS 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYExtra‐abdominal fibromatosis of the breast is rare with the clinical and radiological features closely resembled malignant breast tumour. We describe, in a 40‐year‐old Chinese male patient with a palpable left breast mass, the clinical, radiological and pathological features of this benign though locally aggressive tumour.
Iatrogenic stenosis following suture‐mediated closure device
Authors: Tam J , Given M , Lutjen P , Thomson K , Lyon S 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYThe use of percutaneous closure devices post arterial punctures has been introduced to reduce time to haemostasis, reduce haemorrhage, improve patient comfort and reduce time to ambulation. Their increased use has been a result of larger access sites for more complicated procedures, periprocedural anticoagulation and concomitant use of anti‐platelet therapy. Although complication rates are not increased with their use as compared with mechanical compression, complications may be more severe and are an important consideration in their use. We report two cases of iatrogenic stenoses secondary to suture‐mediated closure device. The first managed with open surgical repair and the second with cutting balloon angioplasty.
Direct percutaneous portocaval shunt creation for haematemesis: Case Report
Authors: Pianta M , Tran N , Given M , Lyon SM 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYCreating a direct intrahepatic portocaval shunt (DIPS) is a procedure similar to a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) in patients for whom the latter is not appropriate due to unsuitable hepato‐venous and porto‐venous anatomy. We present a patient for whom TIPS was not possible, and DIPS successful.
Epidermoid cyst of the testis
Authors: Mak CW , Chen CY , Tzeng WS , Li C‐F 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYEpidermoid cysts, though having a variable sonographic appearance, may present with an onion peel configuration, that is, concentric rings of alternating hyperechogenicities and hypoechogenicities. The absence of vascular flow on colour Doppler sonography is also consistent with the avascular nature of these lesions. By combining these two sonographic features and the absence of biochemical tumour marker, preoperative diagnosis of epidermoid cyst is possible and may prompt a testis sparing surgery rather than orchidectomy.
Metastatic prostatic carcinoma mimicking a unilateral sacroiliitis
Authors: Manghani M , Loneragan R , Barnsley L 
Published: August 2010

SUMMARYWe describe a 65‐year‐old male who presented with unilateral sacroiliitis as the first manifestation of metastatic prostatic carcinoma. When progressive symptoms are unresponsive to conventional therapy, a reconsideration of the diagnosis is necessary with appropriate further imaging studies. We discuss the differential diagnosis of sacroiliitis including, mechanisms of joint involvement in malignancy, and present a review of the literature.