ESD is an endoscopic technique for the en bloc resection of gastrointestinal lesions. ESD is a widely-used technique in Japan and throughout Asia, but not as prevalen
Postoperative readmissions following bariatric surgery have declined over recent years; however, a concurrent reduction in postoperative emergency department (ED) vis
The inguinal hernia repair has seen several critical improvements in recent times due to the implementation of new techniques, including laparoscopic repair, as well as robotic repair. With over 60
Surgical referrals for refractory gastroparesis (GP) are becoming more common as medical options are limited. Supplemental intestinal alimentation via feeding jejunos
As Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) procedures have become safer, postoperative length of stay (LOS) has decreased. Reducing LOS must be balanced by the risks of devel
Laparoscopic port sites are associated with a significant incidence of long-term hernia formation. In addition, closure with closed loop suture may lead to incr
Meckel’s diverticulum is the most common congenital abnormality in newborns, present in about 2-4% of them.Diagnostic of Meckel’s diverticulum requires a
Solitary fibrous tumors (SFT) are uncommon fibroblastic mesenchymal neoplasms that display a wide range of histologic behaviors. These tumors, which are estimated to account for 2% of all soft tiss
In this video, we present technical details of a robotic complete mesocolic excision with a high vascular tie and intracorporeal side to side anastomosis with omental pedicle flap. This was a
Parahiatal hernia: Diagnotic dilemma and therapeutic controversy
Para-hiatal hernia is an extremely rare subtype of diaphragmatic hernia with an incidenc