Background: Our urban practice had two incidences of documented appendicitis in pregnancy in a 24-hour period with two unique outcomes that prompted an inquiry. Appendicitis in pregnancy is relatively rare, but it has significant morbidity and is a cause of maternal and infant mortality. Abdominal pain is the most common presenting symptom, and the consideration of multiple pathologic disorders should be entertained. Accurate diagnosis of appendicitis in pregnancy is the largest challenge since the signs and symptoms may vary depending on the trimester in which the patient presents.Methods: We undertook a systematic review of English-language articles from 1975 to 2005 using the key words "appendicitis," and "pregnancy" using MEDLINE, CINAHL, and Cochrane Controlled Trials Register databases.Results and

Rhabdomyolysis is a potentially lethal syndrome with a wide range of metabolic and clinical aspects. It is caused by skeletal muscle injury that results in the release of myoglobin and other cellular contents into the circulatory system. 1 Multiple factors predispose someone to this illness. Preventive measures can avoid the onset of this syndrome, and a timely diagnosis and proper management can avert life-threatening complications. This report describes a case of exertional rhabdomyolysis in a patient who sought treatment for bilateral leg pain.

The use of flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy has given a chance to deeper visualization of the bronchial tree. For this reason, the classical bronchial nomenclature becomes much more annoying when denominating pathological processes located in the most peripheral bronchi. The authors suggest a new nomenclature for an easier and more practical use.