A case of video-assisted thoracoscopic transdiaphragmatic surgery with a preoperative three-dimensional computed tomography visualization system for lung metastasis and subphrenic dissemination of rectal carcinoma.
Kenji Nezu, MD, PhD, Naoki Mukai, MD, Yusuke Nishi, MD, Katsuhiro Tomofuji, MD, Takaaki Takebayashi, MD, Naoki Ishida, MD, Hajime Satoh, MD, PhD, Yoshinori Imai, MD, PhD, Jota Watanabe, MD, PhD, Kenzo Okada, MD, PhD, Toshihiko Sakao, MD, PhD, Shinsuke Kajiwara, MD, PhD. Uwajima City HospitalA 74-year-old man, who had previously undergone low anterior resection… Continue Reading
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Acute Abdomen Secondary to Renal Artery Aneurysm Rupture
Mauricio Pasten, MD. Caja Petrolera de SaludMale Patient 44 years old, with sudden abdominal pain localize in right inferior quadrant and lumbar region, ultrasound was perform reported normal, WBC 14000 HB15, rest of the laboratory and vital signs normal. We decided to perform a CT scan that shows a liquid collection in retroperitoneum with no… Continue Reading
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Acute Gi Bleed and Small Bowel Obstruction Following a Roux En Y Gastric Bypass: A Case Report
John Bauman, MD, Adam Reid, MD. SIU School of MedicineINTRODUCTION: Small bowel obstructions are a complication following a number of procedures, and a known possibility following bariatric procedures. Etiologies include internal hernia, adhesive disease, ileus, improper surgical technique as well as strictures. Less common, however, is obstruction the result of an intraluminal hematoma. We present… Continue Reading
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An unusual case of colonic schwannoma with malignant degeneration
Mina Saeed, MD, Joaquin J Estrada, MD, FASCRS. Advocate Illinois Masonic MedicalCenterSchwannomas are tumors arising from Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system. Their presence in the gastrointestinal system is rare. Colonic schwannomas are an extremely rare variant accounting for less than 6% of mesenchymal tumors of the colon and less than 1% of all… Continue Reading
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Angled Glidewires and Angiographic Catheters in the Management of a Chronic Gastrocutaneous Fistula Resulting from a Sleeve Gastrectomy Staple Line Leak: A Case Report.
Mazen Al-Mansour, MD, Katelyn Levene, MD, Sabrena F Noria, MD, PhD. Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 558 Doan Hall, 410 West 10th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA.Introduction: Management of a chronic gastrocutaneous fistula (GCF) secondary to sleeve gastrectomy (SG) staple line leaks… Continue Reading
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Bariatric Surgery in patients with Kidney Failure: A Case Report
Eliana Al Haddad, Dr, Salman Al Sabah, Dr. Al Amiri HospitalIntroduction: While there are many criteria that are considered when selecting a patient for a kidney transplant, a BMI of over 35-45 kg/m2 is deemed the upper limit to consider evaluation. Whereas voluntary weight loss attempts are a major concern for the general population, for… Continue Reading
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Bariatric Surgery Nightmares. Revisional Surgery for Extreme Cases. Cases Report in Colombia
Evelyn Dorado. FUNDACION VALLE DEL LILIINTRODUCTION: Sleeve gastrectomy is more performed bariatric surgery at the time in the world, it has proved effective and very good long-term results, but despite being an easy surgery to perform, overlooking technical aspects of the surgery can lead a disastrous result like dysphagia, pain and excessive weight loss. MAIN:… Continue Reading
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Beware: Preduodenal Portal Vein
Maija Cheung, Salim Munoz, MD, Andrew Duffy, MD, Geoffrey Nadzam, Saber Ghiassi, Matthew Hubbard, Kurt Roberts, MD, FACS. Yale New Haven HospitalA 53 year-old woman was referred for evaluation of congenital intestinal malrotation. First diagnosed at the age of 16 years, repair was deferred due to minimal symptoms. Worsening dysphagia led to an UGI with… Continue Reading
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Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP) presenting as a Spigelian Hernia: A Case Report
A Carollo, T Rosenkranz, D.j. Smith. Northside Medical CenterCancer of unknown primary (CUP) is a well-known entity that can present in a multitude of clinical presentations. We present a case of a 72 year old female that presented with an abdominal wall mass; on laparoscopy she was found to have a spigelian hernia due to… Continue Reading
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Capsule Endoscopy Retained in Small Intestine
Sergio Rojas-Ortega, MD, Emina Pasic, MD, Rachid Cesin, MD, Anuar Flores-simon, MD, Gerardo Reed, MD. HOSPITAL ANGELES PUEBLAA 46 y.o. patient presented with intermitent abdominal colic pain. After a complete physical examination and routine clinical studies wich resulted normal, a small intestine barium contrast radiographic study demonstrated a stenosis in the proximal jejunum, and complemented… Continue Reading
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Case Report: Idiopathic Intra-abdominal Adhesions Causing Gastric Outlet Obstruction
David M Yearsley, MD. Christiana Care Health SystemINTRODUCTION: Gastric outlet obstruction (GOO) usually presents with emesis with or without abdominal pain. Imaging will show a dilated stomach and may also show a paucity of gas in the distal gut. Causes included peptic ulcers, cancers, or other pathologies. Treatment is often aimed at the underlying etiology.… Continue Reading
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Case report of surgical Laparoscopic treatment for Median Arcuate ligament syndrome
Muhammad Nadeem, MBBS1, John L Butsch, MD2, Steven D Schwaitzberg, MD1. 1University at Buffalo, 2Buffalo General Medical CenterIntroduction: An anatomical compression of celiac ganglion and axis by the diaphragmatic crura and the median arcuate ligament, a fibrous arch anterior to the aorta causes celiac artery compression syndrome or median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS) which is… Continue Reading
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Cholecystocutaneous fistula following hepatic angioembolization for complex liver injuries: A case report.
Christopher F McNicoll, MD, MPH, MS1, Lindsay M Wenger, MD1, Krystle R Tuaño, MD1, Paul J Chestovich, MD1, Cory G Richardson, MD2, Charles R St. Hill, MD, MSc, FACS1, Matthew S Johnson, MD3, Nathan I Ozobia, MD, FACS4. 1Department of Surgery, University of Nevada School of Medicine, 2Northwest Institute for Digestive Surgery, Post Falls, Idaho,… Continue Reading
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CMV Cholangitis Mimicking as Periampullary Carcinoma
Prashanth Krishna, Parimuthukumar Rajappa, Vishwanath Pai, MS, FRCS, Jayanth Leo, MS. Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai, IndiaIntroduction: CMV Cholangitis is caused by Cytomegalovirus. It is commonly prevalent in immunocompromised group of people such as Retropositive, Organ Recipients and patients on immunosuppressant therapy. We are presenting a case of CMV Cholangitis mimicking as Periampullary carcinoma. Case Details:… Continue Reading
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Emergent Laparoscopic Repair of Diaphragmatic Hernia in Transhiatial Esophagogastrectomy
N Roberts, MD, S Allamaneni, MD, Surgical Oncologist, M Musielak, MD, General Surgeon. The Jewish HospitalDiaphragmatic hernia (DH) is a rare but recognized complication of esophageal surgery. However, the literature describes transhiatal hernias after esophageal surgery as a “diaphragmatic hernias”. From our literature search; there are no reports which describe a true diaphragmatic hernia or… Continue Reading
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