BACKGROUND Herpes simplex virus(HSV)is a highly infectious pathogen that is easily transmitted via the bodily fluids of an infected individual.This virus usually affects individuals older than six months of age,and ra...BACKGROUND Herpes simplex virus(HSV)is a highly infectious pathogen that is easily transmitted via the bodily fluids of an infected individual.This virus usually affects individuals older than six months of age,and rarely causes lesions or symptoms in younger patients.CASE SUMMARY We present the case of a five-month-old healthy girl who presented with painful herpetic gingivostomatitis and perioral vesicles.We discuss the pathophysiology of primary HSV infection and the effect of maternal antibodies on the infant’s immune system.In addition,we explain the diagnosis,management,and prognosis of HSV infection in young infants.CONCLUSION This case highlights the importance of early diagnosis and management of HSV infections to decrease the risk of developing severe complications and death.展开更多
BACKGROUND Digital radiography has recently been used in dentistry as a substitute for conventional film radiography worldwide.Digital imaging has many advantages and provides new possibilities for recording and inter...BACKGROUND Digital radiography has recently been used in dentistry as a substitute for conventional film radiography worldwide.Digital imaging has many advantages and provides new possibilities for recording and interpreting radiographic data.This system uses different types of digital receptors.AIM To detect the frequency,type,and reasons behind the appearance of intraoral image artifacts acquired by photostimulable phosphor plates(PSP).METHODS This retrospective descriptive study was conducted in the oral and maxillofacial radiology unit of the dental clinics of the College of Dentistry,Princess Nourah University(PNU).All intraoral digital radiographs were acquired using(Gendex Expert DC.,United States)an intraoral X-ray machine with 7-mA,65-kVP using a PSP system(Soredex DIGORA Optime imaging plate)and laser scanners(Soredex DIGORA Optime),which can house all sizes of reusable intraoral PSP sensor plates with image acquisition software(MIPACS Dental Enterprise viewer 3.2.2).A total of 50000 intraoral radiographs were retrieved from the clinical database from April 2018 to April 2020 to evaluate the reason,type,and solutions to these image artifacts.RESULTS Overall,50000 intraoral digital radiographs were acquired in a two-year-period;that is,from April 2018 to April 2020.Of these,3550(7.1%)retakes were performed due to the presence of image artifacts.Periapical radiographs were the most common image type of intraoral retakes(80.8%).Imaging artifacts were divided into three categories:operator,plate and scanning errors.Out of 3550 retakes,5%,1.37%,and 0.73%were related to operator,plate,and scanning errors,respectively.The cone cut was the most common operator error(988 images),Bite marks were the most common plate error(276 images),and delayed scanning artifacts were the most common scanning errors(145 images).The calculated kappa value for interobserver reliability was 0.99,indicating almost perfect interobserver agreement.CONCLUSION Our study discussed intraoral image artifacts that were characteristic of PSP,where the most common artifacts were bitemarks,image size reduction,scratches,and delayed scanning.展开更多
BACKGROUND Hemangioma is a vascular benign tumour of endothelial origin.It appears commonly in the first decade of life with increases incidence in females.Hemangioma is not common to happen in the oral cavity and it ...BACKGROUND Hemangioma is a vascular benign tumour of endothelial origin.It appears commonly in the first decade of life with increases incidence in females.Hemangioma is not common to happen in the oral cavity and it is extremely rare to appear in the labial vestibule.CASE SUMMARY We present a case of an 11-year-old girl who complained of a painful,slowly growing mass which was consistent with the capillary hemangioma in the left mandibular vestibule.Vascular tumor such as hemangioma in the mandibular vestibule is extremely rare;hence,the clinical definitive diagnosis is very challenging.Therefore,radiographic imaging and histopathologic analysis are crucial to reach to the final diagnosis for proper management.CONCLUSION Comprehensive clinical evaluation,proper diagnostic imaging and microscopic analysis of the mass establish a precise diagnosis of the hemangioma for better management.展开更多
基金Deanship of Scientific Research at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University through the Fast-track Research Funding Program.
文摘BACKGROUND Herpes simplex virus(HSV)is a highly infectious pathogen that is easily transmitted via the bodily fluids of an infected individual.This virus usually affects individuals older than six months of age,and rarely causes lesions or symptoms in younger patients.CASE SUMMARY We present the case of a five-month-old healthy girl who presented with painful herpetic gingivostomatitis and perioral vesicles.We discuss the pathophysiology of primary HSV infection and the effect of maternal antibodies on the infant’s immune system.In addition,we explain the diagnosis,management,and prognosis of HSV infection in young infants.CONCLUSION This case highlights the importance of early diagnosis and management of HSV infections to decrease the risk of developing severe complications and death.
基金Supported by the Deanship of Scientific Research,Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University,through the Program of Research Project Funding After publication,No.41-PRFA-P-16.
文摘BACKGROUND Digital radiography has recently been used in dentistry as a substitute for conventional film radiography worldwide.Digital imaging has many advantages and provides new possibilities for recording and interpreting radiographic data.This system uses different types of digital receptors.AIM To detect the frequency,type,and reasons behind the appearance of intraoral image artifacts acquired by photostimulable phosphor plates(PSP).METHODS This retrospective descriptive study was conducted in the oral and maxillofacial radiology unit of the dental clinics of the College of Dentistry,Princess Nourah University(PNU).All intraoral digital radiographs were acquired using(Gendex Expert DC.,United States)an intraoral X-ray machine with 7-mA,65-kVP using a PSP system(Soredex DIGORA Optime imaging plate)and laser scanners(Soredex DIGORA Optime),which can house all sizes of reusable intraoral PSP sensor plates with image acquisition software(MIPACS Dental Enterprise viewer 3.2.2).A total of 50000 intraoral radiographs were retrieved from the clinical database from April 2018 to April 2020 to evaluate the reason,type,and solutions to these image artifacts.RESULTS Overall,50000 intraoral digital radiographs were acquired in a two-year-period;that is,from April 2018 to April 2020.Of these,3550(7.1%)retakes were performed due to the presence of image artifacts.Periapical radiographs were the most common image type of intraoral retakes(80.8%).Imaging artifacts were divided into three categories:operator,plate and scanning errors.Out of 3550 retakes,5%,1.37%,and 0.73%were related to operator,plate,and scanning errors,respectively.The cone cut was the most common operator error(988 images),Bite marks were the most common plate error(276 images),and delayed scanning artifacts were the most common scanning errors(145 images).The calculated kappa value for interobserver reliability was 0.99,indicating almost perfect interobserver agreement.CONCLUSION Our study discussed intraoral image artifacts that were characteristic of PSP,where the most common artifacts were bitemarks,image size reduction,scratches,and delayed scanning.
基金Supported by the Deanship of Scientific Research at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University Through the Fast-Track Research Funding Program.
文摘BACKGROUND Hemangioma is a vascular benign tumour of endothelial origin.It appears commonly in the first decade of life with increases incidence in females.Hemangioma is not common to happen in the oral cavity and it is extremely rare to appear in the labial vestibule.CASE SUMMARY We present a case of an 11-year-old girl who complained of a painful,slowly growing mass which was consistent with the capillary hemangioma in the left mandibular vestibule.Vascular tumor such as hemangioma in the mandibular vestibule is extremely rare;hence,the clinical definitive diagnosis is very challenging.Therefore,radiographic imaging and histopathologic analysis are crucial to reach to the final diagnosis for proper management.CONCLUSION Comprehensive clinical evaluation,proper diagnostic imaging and microscopic analysis of the mass establish a precise diagnosis of the hemangioma for better management.
