One Step Management of Common Bile Duct Stones
Introduction: Our objective was to demonstrate the feasibility of definitive management of choledocholithiasis by surgeons in a single operation combining laparoscopic cholecystectomy, intraoperative cholangiogram, and intraoperative ERCP. Until recently, gallstones with associated common bile duct stones were managed in a two step procedure:1. Preoperative ERCP with duct clearance of stones usually performed by a gastroenterologist… Continue Reading
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Outcome Complications of Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Placement in Severly Malnourished Patients
Introduction: In June of 1979, Dr. Michael Gauderer introduced the novel concept of a procedure in which a sutureless approximation of a hollow viscus to the abdominal wall could provide a means of creating long-term enteral access for patients who are unable to swallow without undergoing formal laparotomy. This simple yet safe procedure was initially… Continue Reading
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Pneumatosis Coli From Endoscopy: A Case Report
Recent advances in technology have expanded the use of endoscopy in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal conditions. The majority of endoscopic procedures are performed on the principle of air insufflating hollow organs. While perforation from increased intraluminal pressure is a known complication of endoscopy, pneumatosis from endoscopy is uncommon and has not been well… Continue Reading
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Safety and Quality of Colonoscopy Performed By General Surgeons
INTRODUCTION: Throughout the world, the majority of colonoscopy is performed by Gastroenterologists. In our hospital, however, the general surgeons have been the principal exponents of all upper and lower GI endoscopy for over 20 years. The current interest in Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES) necessitates more general and laparoscopic surgeons become skilled at gastrointestinal… Continue Reading
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Small-dose India Ink Tattooing for Preoperative Localization of Colorectal Tumor: A Pilot Study
INTRODUCTION: India ink tattooing is widely used for tumor localization. However, the procedure of india ink tattooing was not standardized yet. Our group reported previously that preoperative colonoscopic tattooing using a saline test injection method with prepackaged, sterile India ink was a safe and effective method for tumor localization in laparoscopic colorectal surgery. And then… Continue Reading
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The Relationship Between Post-operative Anatomy and Endoscopic Stent Migration
IntroductionEndoscopic stents have been demonstrated to be safe and effective in treating complication of upper gastrointestinal surgery. However, stents placed tend to be unstable and have a significant rate of migration. It is unclear what factors influence stent stability and the ideal clinical application of this technology. We hypothesize that the shape of the post-surgical… Continue Reading
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The Value of ERCP in the Management of Complex Liver Injuries
Introduction: Our objective is to evaluate the use of ERCP in the management of complex, traumatic biliary injuries in a case series. Grades I and II liver injuries are often amenable to expectant management and usually resolve without further intervention. More severe injuries may continue to hemorrhage, or develop further complications including bile leaks, biliary… Continue Reading
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Total Endoscopic Gastric Band Removal
Introduction: Multiple surgical options are available for patients undergoing treatment for obesity. One of the most popular, due to short surgical times and low morbidity, is laparoscopic gastric band placement. Complications necessitating reoperation include prolapse and gastric band erosion. In our video we present a totally endoscopic removal of an eroded gastric band.Methods: A 61… Continue Reading