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Neurological symptoms as the result of enlarged dimensions and non-typical course of inferior superficial temporal vein

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Maciejewski R., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2002

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tom 61

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nr 1

57-60

Neurological symptoms as the result of non-typical course of superficial cerebral veins are described in available literature very rarely. The case described below indicates that in some circumstances the compression symptoms derived from the cerebral cortex may be incredibly more serious than their anatomical reasons. In our observation a young woman was described complaining of paroxysmal numbness of the left upper limb with paraesthesiae of the left side of the face, the left eye and left half of the tongue. The patient said that in childhood she used to have paroxysmal itching of the left hand. She also said that CT of the head made a few years ago after a car accident was without pathological changes. Neurological examination, x-ray of the skull and EEG test performed during first visit proved normal. After one year of the disease, Jackson-type epilepsy, combined with loss of sensation of the left half of the face for the first time, was present. Neurological and ophthalmological examination of the bottom of the eye proved normal. Skull x-ray was normal. Then disturbances of the vision in the left half of the field appeared. EEG was still in norm. The MRI test showed the asymmetry in the course and dilated superficial vein between the basis of the right temporal lobe and the tentorium of the cerebellum. The diameter of this vein was 2.5 mm, but there were no vascular malformations. Bottom of the eye was normal, but in the field of vision the white and red colours were dominated.

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Fatty foci within the heart and the accompanying changes in the coronary arteries diagnosed in electrocardiogram-gated multislice computed tomography of the heart

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Tomaszewska M., Czekajska-Chehab E., Olchowik G., Tomaszewski M., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2014

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tom 73

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nr 4

Background: The purpose of our study was to analyse the relationship between fatty foci within the heart and the accompanying changes in the coronary arteries supplying the relevant heart chambers in a large group of patients referred to multi-slice computed tomography with electrocardiogram-gating examinations (ECG-MSCT) for various clinical reasons. Materials and methods: The ECG-MSCT examinations of 1,830 consecutive patients were analysed. The examinations were performed using 8-row (1,015 patients) and 64-row (815 patients) MSCT, in pre- and postcontrast scanning. In the group of patients with fatty foci within the heart the concomitant changes in the coronary arteries were assessed. It was analysed: the type of changes in the arteries; the relationship between the locations of the fatty deposits and the occurrence and type of changes in the coronary arteries. Results: In 200 (10.9%) subjects fatty foci within the heart (112 men; 88 women; mean age 57.8) were detected. The distribution of the fat was as follows: right ventricle (RV) — 32.5%, left ventricle (LV) — 22.0%, biventricular — 45.5%. One hundred and seventy-two patients had concomitant changes in the coronary arteries. In patients with normal coronary arteries, significantly more often fatty deposits were localised within RV. Fat was primarily located subendocardially in the LV in patients with atherosclerosis in the left anterior descending artery (p < 0.001), in the right coronary artery (RCA) (p = 0.003), and in the left circumflex artery (LCX) (p < 0.001). Subpericardial locations of fatty deposits in RV significantly correlated with RCA bridging (p < 0.02); the subpericardial location of fat in LV significantly correlated with LCX bridging (p = 0.001). Conclusions: Fatty replacement of the myocardium is common, occurring in up to 10% of diagnosed patients and the majority of this group had concomitant changes in the coronary arteries. However, in the group of patients without changes in the coronary arteries, the fatty deposits locate themselves significantly more frequently within the RV. (Folia Morphol 2014; 73, 4: 445–461)

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Application of rapid prototyping techniques for modelling of anatomical structures in medical training and education

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Torres K., Staskiewicz G., Sniezynski M., Drop A., Maciejewski R.

Folia Morphologica

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2011

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tom 70

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nr 1

Rapid prototyping has become an innovative method of fast and cost-effective production of three-dimensional models for manufacturing. Wide access to advanced medical imaging methods allows application of this technique for medical training purposes. This paper presents the feasibility of rapid prototyping technologies: stereolithography, selective laser sintering, fused deposition modelling, and three-dimensional printing for medical education. Rapid prototyping techniques are a promising method for improvement of anatomical education in medical students but also a valuable source of training tools for medical specialists. (Folia Morphol 2011; 70, 1: 1–4)

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Thoracic ectopic kidney in adults. A report of 2 cases

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Drop A., Czekajska-Chehab E., Maciejewski R., Staskiewicz G. J., Torres K.

Folia Morphologica

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2003

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tom 62

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nr 3

313-316

Thoracic kidney is the rarest, usually asymptomatic type of kidney ectopia. 2 cases of thoracic kidney discovered incidentally through chest radiography are reported. In both patients renal function tests were normal and no further treatment was necessary. Ultrasonography and computed tomography studies performed for confirmation of the diagnosis are presented. An embryonic background of this abnormality is discussed.

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An unusual crossed course of separately originating left circumflex and left anterior descending arteries with concomitant anomalies found in multi-slice computed tomography

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Czekajska-Chehab E., Staskiewicz G. J., Mazur-Stazka E., Drop A., Maciejewski R.

Folia Morphologica

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2005

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tom 64

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nr 4

334-337

Coronary artery anomalies occur in approximately in 1–2% of the population. The split origin of branches of the left coronary artery is a relatively common anomaly, usually with no significant observable impairment of cardiac function. The application of multi-slice computed tomography (MSCT) for cardiac imaging is increasing and becoming, along with other techniques, a recognised method of examination of the coronary arteries. In the case presented we observed in an ECG-gated MSCT the anomalous origin and proximal course of the arteries of the left sinus of Valsalva. The ostiae of both coronary arteries were located unusually: the ostium of the LAD was found posterior to the ostium of the LCx. Because of this, the proximal part of the LAD crossed the proximal part of the LCx superiorly. Furthermore, muscular bridges were found in the middle part and in the first diameter branch of the LAD. To our knowledge, this is the first case of a crossed course of the LCx and the LAD to be presented in the literature. Applications of MSCT in coronary imaging are presented in comparison with other diagnostic imaging methods. The advantages and limitations of MSCT as a diagnostic tool for anomalies of the coronary arteries are discussed.

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Quadricuspid pulmonary valve complicated with aneurysm of pulmonary trunk diagnosed with ECG-gated computed tomography

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Czekajska-Chehab E., Uhlig S., Staskiewicz G., Widomska-Czekajska T., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2009

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tom 68

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nr 4

290-293

Quadricuspid pulmonary valve (QPV) is an uncommon congenital defect reported in the general population with a frequency of up to 0.25%. The defect usually does not cause severe clinical complications and its presence frequently remains clinically silent. Moreover, there are several difficulties in visualization of pulmonary valve using basic diagnostic modalities such as echocardiography. Therefore, in the majority of cases, QPV is detected accidentally during cardiac procedures or post mortem. The authors present a case of QPV complicated with aneurysm of the pulmonary trunk, diagnosed with computed tomography in 70-year-old woman. Although the patient had undergone transthoracic echocardiography examinations several times in the past, only computed tomography allowed the detection of the anomalous valve. In addition, the examination confirmed aneurysm of the pulmonary trunk. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case of QPV diagnosed in vivo with computed tomography. (Folia Morphol 2009; 68, 4: 290–293)

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Supernumerary renal vessels: analysis of frequency and configuration in 996 computed tomography studies

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Staskiewicz G., Jajko K., Torres K., Czekajska-Chehab E., Maciejewski R., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2016

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tom 75

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nr 2

Background: Number, course and division pattern of renal vessels is highly variable. Variant renal vasculature is of high interest in nephrectomy for the renal transplantations, both in deceased and living donors. The purpose of the study was to analyse the frequency of supernumerary renal vessels in a large cohort of patients undergoing the multiphase abdominopelvic computed tomography (CT), as well as analyse the possible patterns of coexisting supernumerary arteries in veins. Materials and methods: A retrospective analysis of abdominopelvic CT studies within 1 year period was performed. In each study, number of renal arteries and veins was recorded. Course of left renal vein was classified into normal, retro- or periaortic. For statistical analysis of normal distribution data, t-Student test was used. Chi-square test was used for frequency of variant vessel distribution. Pearson correlation coefficient was used for the analysis of coexistence of supernumerary vessels. Results: 996 patients were included in the analysis, male to female ratio: 481:515 (48%:52%). Mean age was 57.9 ± 14.7 years. Single renal arteries were observed in 73% of cases, while single renal veins in 95%. Circumaortic or retroaortic courses of left renal veins were observed in 10% of cases. Number of renal vessels has been compared in patients with and without supernumerary vessels. In patients with supernumerary left renal artery, significantly more right renal vessels were observed. In patients with supernumerary right renal vein, mean number of all remaining vessels was significantly higher. Conclusions: Supernumerary renal vessels are a frequent finding in abdominal CT studies. Finding a supernumerary vessel should increase awareness of possible other supernumerary renal vessels. (Folia Morphol 2016; 75, 2: 245–250)

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Meteorological parameters and severity of acute pulmonary embolism episodes

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Staskiewicz G., Czekajska-Chehab E., Przegalinski J., Maciejewski M., Pachowicz M., Drop A.

Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine

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2011

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tom 18

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nr 1

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Anatomical variances and dimensions of the superior orbital fissure and foramen ovale in adults

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Burdan F., Umlawska W., Dworzanski W., Klepacz R., Szumilo J., Staroslawska E., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2011

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tom 70

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nr 4

The aim of the study was the retrospective morphological analysis of selected structures of the middle cranial fossa, i.e. foramen ovale and superior orbital fissure, in relation to the external head and cranial diameters in adults from the Lublin region (Poland). The study was performed on data collected during computed tomography examinations of 60 individuals (age 20–30 years), without any cranial or brain abnormalities. Based on the post-processing reconstructions, 3-dimensional views of the skull and head were obtained. The length and width of both structures, as well as thickness of the frontal, temporal, and occipital squamae, were measured. The morphology of the ovale foramina and superior orbital fissures were checked. The length and width of the skull and head were the only parameters that significantly differed between males and females. The thickness of the frontal and temporal squama was insignificantly lower in males than in females. Almond and oval shapes were the most typical for the foramen ovale. The superior orbital fissure was found as a wide form — with or without accessory spine originating from its lower margin or as a laterally narrowed form. The length and width of the foramen ovale were insignificantly higher in males than in females. The same results were found for the area of the right superior orbital fissure. The thickness of the frontal and occipital squamae influenced the thickness of the temporal squama. The analysed individuals had asymmetrical, oval, or almond-shape ovale foramina. Unlike the seldom visible laterally narrowed form of the superior orbital fissure, a wide form with or without accessory spine was the most commonly observed. The diameters of both superior orbital fissures and ovale foramina indicated the asymmetry of the neurocranium. (Folia Morphol 2011; 70, 4: 263–271)

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Arteria lusoria in patients with a normal and a right-sided aortic arch diagnosed with multi-slice computed tomography: a report of two cases

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Czekajska-Chehab E., Uhlig S., Staskiewicz G., Mazur-Stazka E., Torres A., Gaweda K., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2007

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tom 66

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nr 1

A retro-oesophageal course of the right subclavian artery is referred to as “arteria lusoria”. It may be related to severe compression of the trachea and oesophagus, typically resulting in impaired swallowing. The paper presents two patients with arteria lusoria, which in one patient was an aberrant right subclavian artery and in the other an aberrant left subclavian artery, originating from the right-sided aortic arch. In both cases the diagnosis was made with multi-slice computed tomography. The embryology of the anomalies and clinical status of the patients is discussed. Arteria lusoria should be considered in differential diagnosis in patients with dyspnoea and dysphagia. Multi-slice computed tomography allows this anatomical variant to be reliably visualised.

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Na lisy...

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Drop A.

Łowiec Polski

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2004

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nr 01

18-19

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Spiegelian hernia - anatomy, diagnosing and imaging difficulties: a report of 2 cases

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Torres K., Chroscicki A., Torres A., Maciejewski R., Palczak R., Staskiewicz G., Drop A., Thomas N., Los T., Alexander J.

Folia Morphologica

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2009

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tom 68

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nr 3

Spiegelian hernias account for less than 1% of all hernias diagnosed in the adult population. The most important factors in the proper diagnostic process are detailed physical examination combined with imaging procedures. Two cases of Spiegelian hernias are presented. The anatomical background of the pathology, as well as diagnostic procedures and surgical treatment, is discussed. (Folia Morphol 2009; 68, 3: 179–183)

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Morphology of the foramen magnum in young Eastern European adults

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Burdan F., Szumilo J., Walocha J., Klepacz L., Madej B., Dworzanski W., Klepacz R., Dworzanska A., Czekajska-Chehab E., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2012

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tom 71

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nr 4

Background: The foramen magnum is an important anatomical opening in the base of the skull through which the posterior cranial fossa communicates with the vertebral canal. It is also related to a number of pathological conditions including Chiari malformations, various tumours, and occipital dysplasias. The aim of the study was to evaluate the morphology of the foramen magnum in adult individuals in relation to sex. Material and methods: The morphology of the foramen magnum was evaluated using 3D computer tomography images in 313 individuals (142 male, 171 female) aged 20–30 years. Results: The mean values of the foramen length (37.06 ± 3.07 vs. 35.47 ± 2.60 mm), breadth (32.98 ± 2.78 vs. 30.95 ± 2.71 mm) and area (877.40 ± 131.64 vs. 781.57 ± 93.74 mm²) were significantly higher in males than in females. A significant, positive correlation was found between foramen length and breadth. Significant correlations were reported for breadth and area of the foramen magnum and corresponding external cranial diameters in females. Round as well as longitudinal and horizontal oval-like types of the foramen shape were established according to the breadth/length index of the structure. All the cranial and foramen measurements were significantly higher in individuals with round-like type of the foramen magnum. Conclusions: There was a sexual dimorphism of the foramen magnum among the examined individuals. It was related mainly to its linear diameters and area, not to the shape. Unlike males, female skulls had higher correlation between the examined parameters of the foramen and proper external cranial measurements, which indicates more homogeneous growth in girls. (Folia Morphol 2012; 71, 4: 205–216)

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Anatomical variations of the coeliac trunk in the homogeneous Polish population

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Torres K., Staskiewicz G., Denisow M., Pietrzyk L., Torres A., Szukala M., Czekajska-Chehab E., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2015

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tom 74

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nr 1

Background: The abdominal vessels show a number of abnormalities and pathologies knowledge of which is important during open as well as laparoscopic surgeries. One of the most common vessels which pattern has many variations is the coeliac trunk. The present study was undertaken on homogeneous population to assess morphology of the coeliac trunk and to evaluate the possible variability of its branches. Materials and methods: Standard abdominal multidetector computed tomography examinations were performed on a total of 1569 patients diagnosed by 2 radiologists independently; in case of doubts common assessment was performed. Results: The coeliac trunk followed the classic pattern in 92.7% of the cases (1455/1569 of patients). The gastrosplenic trunk was detected in 4.1% of cases (64/1569); the hepatosplenic trunk in 2.2% of cases (34/1569); the coeliac-mesenteric trunk was observed in 0.5% of cases (8/1569); the hepatogastric trunk in 0.2% of cases (4/1569); the splenomesenteric trunk was detected in 0.1% of cases (2/1569). In the next 0.1% the coeliac trunk was absent. The hepatosplenomesenteric and the coeliac-colic trunk were not observed in the study population. Conclusions: Vascular anatomical abnormality is usually asymptomatic hovewer, its preoperative knowledge is helpful to reduce complications like vascular bleeding when dissecting the hapato-pancreatic region. The coeliac trunk and its branches can be fast and easy evaluated in computed tomography exams performed due to various symptoms from abdominal cavity. (Folia Morphol 2015; 74, 1: 93–99)

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Coronary artery fistulas morphology in coronary computed tomography angiography

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Czekajska-Chehab E., Skoczynski M., Przybylski P., Staskiewicz G., Tomaszewski A., Siek E., Kurzepa J., Skoczynski M., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2020

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tom 79

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nr 4

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Volumetric reconstruction of the right ventricle improves reproducibility of interventricular septum bowing in patients with pulmonary embolism

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Staskiewicz G., Czekajska-Chehab E., Uhlig S., Tomaszewski A., Torres K., Torres A., Walankiewicz M., Surtel W., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2013

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tom 72

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nr 2

Bowing of the interventricular septum (IVS) is a sign of severe pulmonary embolism (PE); however, it is affected by high interobserver variability. The aim of the study was to evaluate the application of volumetric reconstructions of the right ventricle for assessment of IVS position regarding its accuracy in identifying right ventricular dysfunction, as well as interobserver agreement in evaluating this sign. IVS bowing was evaluated with multiplanar reformations (MPR) and volumetric reconstruction (VR, volume rendering) by 2 observers. The accuracy of IVS bowing sign was better for VR-based assessment; however, it was not significantly better than the MPR-based evaluation. Interobserver agreement was found to be fair (kappa = 0.381) for the MPR-based grading of IVS position as normal or abnormal, while it was significantly better for the VR method (kappa = 0.629, p < 0.001). The VR-based method may improve utilisation of IVS bowing sign in patients with PE. (Folia Morphol 2013; 72, 2: 107–112)

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Low atmospheric pressure and humidity are related with more frequent pulmonary embolism episodes in male patients

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Staskiewicz G., Torres K., Czekajska-Chebab E., Pachowicz M., Torres A., Radej S., Opielak G., Maciejewski R., Drop A.

Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine

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2010

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tom 17

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nr 1

163-167

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The course of the cystic artery during laparoscopic cholecystectomy

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Torres K., Chroscicki A., Golonka A., Torres A., Staskiewicz G., Palczak R., Ceja-Sanchez J. M., Ceccaroni M., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2009

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tom 68

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nr 3

Proper recognition of the particular structures that form the triangle of Calot is essential for the proper and safe performance of laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Proper recognition, ligation, and cut of the cystic duct and cystic artery with branches (dorsal and ventral) remain an integral condition for the removal of the gallbladder. Calot’s triangle, as an orientation structure, determines the most common location of the cystic artery. The triangle of Calot is one of the most variable regions of the abdomen in terms of anatomy. The aim of this study was to evaluate how important for surgery is the detailed anatomical recognition of the main branches of the cystic artery in Calot’s triangle during laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Relations of the main branches of the cystic artery were evaluated in 88 patients that underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy at the Department of General Surgery of the District Specialistic Hospital of Lublin. The anatomical relations of cystic duct and artery were classified into typical and variant types. Significantly more frequently variants of cystic artery were observed in women. However, the time of the procedure was not significantly related with the type of cystic artery. (Folia Morphol 2009; 68, 3: 140–143)

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Persistent trigeminal artery as a rare cause of ischaemic lesion and migraine-like headache

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Uhlig S., Kurzepa J., Czekajska-Chehab E., Staskiewicz G., Polar M. K., Nastaj M., Stochmal E., Drop A.

Folia Morphologica

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2015

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tom 74

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nr 1

The persistent trigeminal artery (PTA) is a rare remnant of the embryonic intracranial circulatory system that forms a carotid-vertebrobasilar anastomosis. In most cases PTA does not have clear clinical implications. However, some authors report the association of PTA occurrence with vertigo, dizziness and nerve palsy, resulting in diplopia, strabismus or trigeminal neuralgia in patients. In rare cases it may also be related to posterior cerebral circulation strokes. This work reports the case of a female patient who presented with migraine-like headache and an ischaemic lesion in the left temporal lobe in association with PTA. (Folia Morphol 2015; 74, 1: 133–136)

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Neurological symptoms as the result of enlarged dimensions and non-typical course of inferior superficial temporal vein

Fatty foci within the heart and the accompanying changes in the coronary arteries diagnosed in electrocardiogram-gated multislice computed tomography of the heart

Application of rapid prototyping techniques for modelling of anatomical structures in medical training and education

Thoracic ectopic kidney in adults. A report of 2 cases

An unusual crossed course of separately originating left circumflex and left anterior descending arteries with concomitant anomalies found in multi-slice computed tomography

Quadricuspid pulmonary valve complicated with aneurysm of pulmonary trunk diagnosed with ECG-gated computed tomography

Supernumerary renal vessels: analysis of frequency and configuration in 996 computed tomography studies

Meteorological parameters and severity of acute pulmonary embolism episodes

Anatomical variances and dimensions of the superior orbital fissure and foramen ovale in adults

Arteria lusoria in patients with a normal and a right-sided aortic arch diagnosed with multi-slice computed tomography: a report of two cases

Na lisy...

Spiegelian hernia - anatomy, diagnosing and imaging difficulties: a report of 2 cases

Morphology of the foramen magnum in young Eastern European adults

Anatomical variations of the coeliac trunk in the homogeneous Polish population

Coronary artery fistulas morphology in coronary computed tomography angiography

Volumetric reconstruction of the right ventricle improves reproducibility of interventricular septum bowing in patients with pulmonary embolism

Low atmospheric pressure and humidity are related with more frequent pulmonary embolism episodes in male patients

The course of the cystic artery during laparoscopic cholecystectomy

Persistent trigeminal artery as a rare cause of ischaemic lesion and migraine-like headache