Possible Causes for abdominal protuberance Mucopolysaccharidosis Mucopolysaccharidosis type IVB (MPS IVB) is a very rare lysosomal storage disorder characterized by skeletal dysplasia, hearing disorder, and cardiac valvular disease. Herein, we report an extremely rare manifestation of MPS IVB in a 60-year-old female patient who underwent a successful aortic valve replacement. The[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Glycogen Storage Disease Type 1 protuberance hyperventilation and apparent respiratory distress due to metabolic acidosis episodes of vomiting due to metabolic acidosis, often precipitated by minor illness [en.wikipedia.org] There is abdominal protuberance because of massive hepatomegaly. With ageing, the patient may present with poor growth, short stature, and rachitic changes[ 2 ]. [wjgnet.com] […] edit ] Several different problems may lead to the diagnosis, usually by two years of age: seizures or other manifestations of severe fasting hypoglycemia hepatomegaly with abdominal [en.wikipedia.org] Spondyloepimetaphyseal Dysplasia Type Strudwick Spondyloepimetaphyseal dysplasia, Strudwick type is an inherited disorder of bone growth that results in short stature (dwarfism), skeletal abnormalities, and problems with vision. This condition affects the bones of the spine (spondylo-) and two regions (epiphyses and metaphyses) near the ends of long bones in[…] [ghr.nlm.nih.gov] Metabolic Syndrome Abdomen was protuberant due to excess intra-abdominal fat. He had been on protease inhibitor containing antiretroviral therapy for more than 7 years. From Garg A. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Osteoporosis In severe cases, this results in impaired pulmonary function, a protuberant abdomen, and—because of compressed abdominal organs—early satiety and weight loss. 16 Complications [web.archive.org] The rib cage presses down on the pelvis, reducing thoracic and abdominal space. [web.archive.org] Hernia It appears in the stomachs lower quadrant between an area of dense fibrous tissue and abdominal wall muscles causing a (Spigelian aponeurosis)[1] It is the protuberance of [en.wikipedia.org] Lumbar Compression Fracture protuberance, compression of abdominal organs with early satiety and loss of weight. [symptoma.com] In severe cases, this results in impaired pulmonary function, a protuberant abdomen, and—because of compressed abdominal organs—early satiety and weight loss. 16 Complications [aafp.org] […] result, the individual has to actively contract the paraspinal muscles to maintain posture leading to fatigue and in severe cases, it can lead to impaired lung function, abdominal [symptoma.com] Haddad Syndrome (c) Photograph shows a protuberant abdominal mass, suggesting truncal overgrowth. [pubs.rsna.org] Vertebral Compression Fracture In severe cases, this results in impaired pulmonary function, a protuberant abdomen, and—because of compressed abdominal organs—early satiety and weight loss. 16 Complications [aafp.org] The rib cage presses down on the pelvis, reducing thoracic and abdominal space. [aafp.org] Ventral Hernia Abdominal Hernia A hernia is a protuberance of an organ or its fascia through the cavity wall where it normally is contained. [ihealthblogger.com] One of its more common types is abdominal hernia. [ihealthblogger.com] Spigelian Hernia It appears in the stomachs lower quadrant between an area of dense fibrous tissue and abdominal wall muscles causing a (Spigelian aponeurosis)[1] It is the protuberance of [en.wikipedia.org] Neoplasm of the Liver A 20-year-old woman suffering abdominal protuberance consulted her gynecologist. Transvaginal ultrasonography revealed a pelvic tumor. [jcgo.org] protuberance. [jcgo.org] 2015 Short title: Leiomyoma With Elevated CA125 doi: Abstract Introduction Case Report Discussion References A 20-year-old woman presented with a pelvic tumor that caused abdominal [jcgo.org] Muscular Dystrophy Weak abdominal muscles result in a protuberant abdomen and contribute to the lumbar lordosis. [fshsociety.org] Lower abdominal muscles are weaker than the upper abdominal muscles, causing a strikingly positive Beevor’s sign, a physical finding fairly specific for FSHD” (2). [fshsociety.org] Ovarian Cystic Teratoma Case Report: A 13-year-old girl presented with a 1-year history of abdominal fullness and a significantly protuberant abdomen on examination. [liebertpub.com] In another study CT findings were compared with plain abdominal radiograph, HSG, Ultrasound and MRI [5]. [ijri.org] CT imaging showed the presence of fat, tooth or calcification, Rokitansky protuberance, tuft of hair and fat fluid level. [ijri.org] Diaphragmatic Hernia […] than a normal newborn's and feels less full when touched A chest x-ray may show abdominal organs in the chest cavity. [nlm.nih.gov] An exam of the infant shows: Irregular chest movements Lack of breath sounds on side with the hernia Bowel sounds that are heard in the chest Abdomen that looks less protuberant [nlm.nih.gov] Bone Marrow Metastasis Abdominal CT detected no space-occupying lesion in the liver or swelling of peritoneal lymph nodes. [doi.org] Colonoscopy revealed a 1/2-circumferential ulcerated tumor in the sigmoid colon, and a protuberant tumor was noted on the anal side of the main tumor. [doi.org] Hereditary North American Indian Childhood Cirrhosis Superficial abdominal veins are prominent. KHANNA---INDIAN CHILDHOOD CIRRIIOSIS 287 3. Last .s'iogc. There are many signs of liver ('.ell failure. [docslide.com.br] The al)domen is markedly protuberant xxit] free fluid in the peritoneum. The liver size may shrink due to ('ollal)sC of reticu]in surrounding the hepatic cells. [docslide.com.br] Dilated Cardiomyopathy Type 1R Abdominal sonography showed cystic multiloculated tumorous mass filled with dense, flocculent content at the level of hepatic portal. [pesquisa.bvsalud.org] She had an extremely protuberant and cyanotic abdomen. Dilated cutaneous collateral vessels were apparent in the periumbilical region. [pesquisa.bvsalud.org] Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia […] than a normal newborn's and feels less full when touched A chest x-ray may show abdominal organs in the chest cavity. [nlm.nih.gov] An exam of the infant shows: Irregular chest movements Lack of breath sounds on side with the hernia Bowel sounds that are heard in the chest Abdomen that looks less protuberant [nlm.nih.gov] Seronegative Arthritis […] abdomen from abdominal breathing Modified Schober test (lumbar spine flexion) Laboratory tests for inflammation in AS Inflammation -- FBC (normochromic/cytic anemia), raised [brainscape.com] […] posture How to quantify spinal involvement in AS Measure the occiput to wall distance (increases as posture changes) Chest expansion (reduced as joint fusion increases) -- protuberant [brainscape.com] Nephroblastoma It is not unusual for a child with an abdominal mass to present because a family member notices a protuberant mass. [aafp.org] PRESENTATION Children with Wilms tumor typically present with an asymptomatic abdominal mass. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] It is not uncommon for the tumor to be discovered by a parent while bathing the child or by a relative who notices a protuberant abdomen. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy Weak abdominal muscles result in a protuberant abdomen and contribute to the lumbar lordosis. [fshsociety.org] […] muscles, protuberant abdomen Curved spine (lordosis). [genpharmservices.com] […] muscles causing protuberant abdomen Coat’s syndrome: A congenital, non-hereditary eye disorder that leads to partial or complete vision loss Mental impairment Seizures Hypertension [dovemed.com] Mallory-Weiss Syndrome Mallory-Weiss tear with a pigmented protuberance and active oozing. [emedicine.medscape.com] Risk Factors for Mallory-Weiss Tears Precipitating factors include retching, vomiting, straining, hiccupping, coughing, primal scream therapy, blunt abdominal trauma, and [emedicine.medscape.com] Malignant Neoplasm of the Stomach A protuberant tumor 2.0 cm in diameter was observed on the anterior wall of the gastric antrum. [academic.oup.com] Figure 4 Abdominal ultrasonography shows a tumor measuring 3.0 2.0 cm with an irregular margin, located mainly under the mucosa. [academic.oup.com] Cystic Fibrosis Manifestations include the frequent passage of bulky, foul-smelling, oily stools; abdominal protuberance; and poor growth pattern with decreased subcutaneous tissue and muscle [merckmanuals.com] Neonatal Hypoglycemia […] nevus flammeus, nonspecific cardiac defects, abdominal wall defects (umbilical hernia, diastasis recti), visceromegaly, and hyperplasia of the kidneys, pancreas, adrenal [intechopen.com] Other abnormalities that occur less frequently include earlobe creases and posterior helical ear pits, microcephaly, wide fontanels, a prominent occipital protuberance, facial [intechopen.com] Wolman Disease Nonspecific clinical signs include poor weight gain, vomiting, diarrhea, increasing hepatosplenomegaly with abdominal protuberance. [bredagenetics.com] protuberance Clinical features from OMIM: 278000 UMLS symptoms related to Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency: vomiting, diarrhea Drugs for Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency [malacards.org] The relatively nonspecific clinical picture includes poor weight gain, vomiting, diarrhea, increasing hepatosplenomegaly with abdominal protuberance, and death by nutritional [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Glycogen Storage Disease due to Glucose-6-Phosphat Transport Defect protuberance hyperventilation and apparent respiratory distress due to metabolic acidosis episodes of vomiting due to metabolic acidosis, often precipitated by minor illness [en.wikipedia.org] […] edit ] Several different problems may lead to the diagnosis, usually by two years of age: seizures or other manifestations of severe fasting hypoglycemia hepatomegaly with abdominal [en.wikipedia.org] Mauriac Syndrome protuberance, proximal muscle wasting and moon face. [jomrjournal.org] […] glycogenosis), puberty and growth delay, dyslipidemia, transaminase elevation and reduction of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1). [1] Other clinical features include abdominal [jomrjournal.org] Lipodystrophy protuberance, hypoglycemia and insulin-resistant nonketotic diabetes, hyperlipemia, marked elevation of the basal metabolic rate, accelerated somatic growth, advanced bone [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com] Abdomen was protuberant due to excess intra-abdominal fat. He had been on protease inhibitor containing antiretroviral therapy for more than 7 years. From Garg A. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] […] characterized by a generalized loss of subcutaneous fat and extracutaneous adipose tissue, present at birth or appearing later in life, and associated with hepatomegaly with abdominal [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]
