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Endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs) need to be removed by efficient treatment methods as they are a major concern for both human and environmental health. To reduce the impact of EDCs in water, this review examines the use of ultrasonic degradation processes. Following an overview of EDCs and their origins, the basic concepts of sonochemistry are examined, highlighting the potential of ultrasound in chemical reactions. An in-depth analysis of the variables that affect the ultrasonic degradation of EDCs, such as frequency, intensity/power, temperature and solution chemistry, prepares the reader for a case study investigation focusing on specific EDCs. The study also looks at synergistic methods, emphasizing how hybrid ultrasonic systems can improve removal efficiency. The study provides a comprehensive overview of the use of sonochemistry in the treatment of EDCs by addressing current issues and suggesting future research directions. The aim of this review paper is to provide insightful analysis and useful suggestions for scientists working on EDC remediation projects.

This study investigates the effectiveness of ultrasonic (US) treatment in removing and mineralizing surfactants in wastewater. It examines the complex mechanisms and variables (acoustic conditions, solution temperature, initial dose, etc.) that affect sonolytic processes. The effect of water matrix components (such as salts and the presence of secondary pollutants) on process performance is thoroughly investigated. Various treatments are analyzed through a detailed comparison of synergistic hybridization processes. The study also provides a comprehensive review of current environmental applications and explores potential directions for surfactant degradation using ultrasound. Insightful information is presented to advance sustainable wastewater treatment techniques. The literature review clearly reveals the promising future of sonotreatment for degrading various surfactants under different conditions. The use of multifrequency mechanisms and the integration of other advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) with the US process have significantly enhanced the energy efficiency of the sonochemical system. Additionally, the results highlight the need to focus on developing new sonoreactor designs, identifying degradation intermediates, and hybridizing the sonochemical system under innovative operating conditions.

Thoracic endometriosis is a rare disease but its actual frequency may be underestimated. Optimal management remains controversial. A multidisciplinary management approach, including surgery and hormone therapy, seems to give the best results and reduces recurrence. We report a case of a patient presenting with recurrent haemopneumothorax caused by thoracic endometriosis and treated surgically by video thoracoscopy and hormonal treatment.

The impact of hydrostatic pressure, commonly known as ambient or external pressure, on the phenomenon of sonochemistry and/or sonoluminescence has been extensively investigated through a multitude of experimental and computational studies, all of which have emphasized the crucial role played by this particular parameter. Numerous previous studies have successfully demonstrated the existence of an optimal static pressure for the occurrence of sonoluminescence and multi-bubble or single-bubble sonochemistry. However, despite these findings, a universally accepted value for this critical pressure has not yet been established. In addition, it has been found that the cavitation effect is completely inhibited when the static pressure is either too high or too low. This comprehensive review aims to delve into the primary experimental results and elucidate their significance in relation to hydrostatic pressure. We will then conduct an analysis of numerical calculations, focusing specifically on the influence of external pressure on single bubble sonochemistry. By delving into these calculations, we will be able to gain a deeper understanding of the experimental results and effectively interpret their implications.

Due to the complex physical and chemical interactions taking place in the sonicated medium, various methods have been proposed in the literature for a better understanding of the sonochemical system. In the present paper, the performance of calorimetry, iodometry, Fricke, 4-nitrophenol, H2O2, and ascorbic acid dosimetry techniques have been evaluated over the electric power range from 20 to 80 W (f = 300 kHz). These methods have been analyzed for distilled and seawater in light of the literature findings. It has been found that the lowest temperatures and calorimetric energies were obtained for seawater in comparison to distilled water. However, the discrepancy between both mediums disappears with the increase in the electric power up to 80 W. Compared to the calorimetry results, a similar trend was obtained for the KI dosimetry, where the discrepancy between both solutions (seawater and distilled water) increased with the reduction in the electric power down to 20 W. In contrast, over the whole range of the electric power (20–80 W), the H2O2 dosimetry was drastically influenced by the salt composition of seawater, where, I3− formation was clearly reduced in comparison to the case of the distilled water. On the other hand, a fluctuated behavior was observed for the Fricke and 4-nitrophenol dosimetry methods, especially at the low electric powers (20 and 40 W). It has been found that dosimetry techniques based on ascorbic acid or potassium iodide are the best means for accurate quantification of the sonochemical activity in the irradiated liquid. As a result, it has been concluded, in terms of the dosimetry process’s performance, that the dosimetry methods are in the following order: Ascorbic acid ≈ KI > Fricke > 4-nitrophenol > H2O2.

Abstract Background The parasitic disease known as the cystic echinococcosis (CE) is brought on by cysts made up of the larval forms (metacestodes) of Echinococcus tapeworms. In North Africa, it is greater in rural regions. This is unusual for a primary supravesical position. Case presentation We report a case of a 6-year-old boy who had a palpable abdominal mass with hypogastric abdominal pain. A pelvic ultrasound examination demonstrated a voluminous intra-abdominal supravesical cystic formation with clear limits and regular contours of heterogeneous anechogenic echostructure and the presence of multiple hyperechoic septa separating the cubicles (daughter vesicles) in a honeycomb pattern. Computed tomography confirmed a cystic echinococcosis stage III of the pelvis. After a laparotomy surgery with total cystectomy, the patient was discharged with prescribed albendazole 10 mg/kg/day. Cystic echinococcosis was established by histological analysis. The aim is to demonstrate that from a literature search, we think this is the first case of cystic echinococcosis of the detrusor in children. Conclusion Primary pelvic cystic echinococcosis is uncommon and even less common among children. Cystic echinococcosis must be taken into account in the differential diagnosis when there is an abdominal mass, particularly in locations where it is prevalent.