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Gallstone ileus: An unusual cause of intestinal obstruction

Radiology Case Reports, 2022
Gallstone ileus is an infrequent cause of intestinal obstruction. It is typically the result of cholecystoduodenal fistula, computed tomography scan is the best modality for the diagnosis.
Mohamed Bouziane, Nawal Bouknani, Mariam Kassimi, Jihane Habi, Hind Guerroum, Mohamed Mahi   +5 more
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Clinical Implementation and Perioperative Outcomes of Robot‐Assisted Pelvic Exenteration for Primary Rectal Cancer: A Multicenter Japanese Experience

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
Robot‐assisted pelvic exenteration (RPE) was performed with acceptable perioperative outcomes in selected patients with primary rectal cancer. It may serve as a complementary approach at institutions with sufficient experience in PE, whereas open surgery remains essential for extensive or technically demanding disease.
Shoma Yamamoto, Hiroyasu Kagawa, Yusuke Yatabe, Yusuke Kinugasa   +3 more
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Traumatic rectourethral fistula repair: A potential application of porcine small intestinal submucosa

Indian Journal of Urology, 2013
Rectourethral fistula is an uncommon but devastating condition. Traumatic rectourethral fistula is still uncommon and repair of traumatic rectourethral fistula involves a complex procedure.
Shanmugasundaram Rajaian, Muthukrishna Pandian Rajadoss, Sukriya Nayak, Nitin S Kekre   +3 more
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Persistencia simultánea del conducto uraco y onfalomesentérico en un paciente adulto, reporte de caso

MedUNAB, 2020
Introducción. La patología umbilical es un tema frecuente en el ámbito pediátrico, la presentación clínica de una fístula umbilical hace pensar en dos patologías mencionadas en la literatura de manera independiente; la primera es la persistencia del ...
Andrés Felipe Escudero Sepúlveda, Julián Camilo Cala Durán, María Belén Jurado, Romina Pinasco Gómez, Silvio Emilio Tomasone, Carla Roccuzzo, Gonzalo Andrés Domínguez Alvarado   +6 more
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Laser neoureterocystostomy to treat ectopic ureters

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Ureteral ectopia is an uncommon but clinically important congenital abnormality in horses. If left untreated, it can lead to persistent dermatitis, urinary tract infections, and failure to thrive. Surgical correction is necessary, but traditional approaches have produced mixed results with high morbidity.
Caitlin Smith, Eric J. Parente
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Mechanically Active Hydrogel for Healing Intestinal Fistulas through the YAP‐Mediated Mechanosensitization of Intestinal Epithelial Cells

Advanced Science
Intestinal fistula is a serious condition characterized by abnormal connections between the intestine and surrounding tissues. Despite advances in comprehensive management of intestinal fistulas, patients often need to undergo definitive surgery and face
Ze Li, Jiayang Li, Kang Chen, Guiwen Qu, Shuanghong Yang, Sicheng Li, Ye Liu, Yitian Teng, Rui Ma, Jinjian Huang, Peige Wang, Jianan Ren, Xiuwen Wu   +12 more
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Microbiomic signatures of anal fistula and putative sources of microbes

Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology
Anal fistula is a common perianal disease that typically develops from an abscess caused by in-flammation in the area. It has long been believed that intestinal microbes play a significant role in its development, considering its close relation to the ...
Jun Yang, Ling Li, Wenya Su, Shuqin Zhang, Hai Xu, Mingyu Wang, Wenlong Shen   +6 more
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Engineering an artificial trachea: Quantitative benchmarks and modular strategies for mechanics, epithelialization, and vascular integration

FlexMat, EarlyView.
In this work, we first examine the limitations of surgical repair and stenting, including migration, granulation, mucus plugging, and infection. We then translate these failures into engineering constraints involving geometry, mechanics, fixation, degradation, junctional stress, and remodeling.
Yiwei Xu, Hanqing Dai, Qianwang Ye, Wanlu Zhang, Na Wang, Lei Xiong, Ruiqian Guo   +6 more
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A rare complication of Meckel's diverticulum: A fistula between Meckel's diverticulum and the appendix

Asian Journal of Surgery, 2012
Meckel diverticulum is the most common congenital anomaly of the small intestine, occurring in about 2%–4% of the population. Meckel diverticulum results from incomplete closure of the omphalomesenteric duct.
Ping-Fu Yang, Chau-Yun Chen, Fang-Jung Yu, Sheau-Fang Yang, Yi Ting Chen, Li-Chun Kao, Jaw-Yuan Wang   +6 more
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Complication Rates Associated With Evolving Practice Patterns in Vasopressor Use and Fluid Administration for Oral Cavity Cancer Free Flap Reconstruction

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background The safety of vasopressors for managing intraoperative hypotension remains debated. This study evaluated complications associated with vasopressor use and fluid administration in oral cavity cancer free flap surgery. Methods Retrospective review of 826 patients who received oral cavity cancer free flap reconstruction from 2008 to ...
Harrison Gao, Nuwan Dharmawardana, Alex O. Esemezie, Hedyeh Ziai, Philopateer Ataalla, Natalie Weisbrod, Konrado Deutsch, Stuart A. McCluskey, Danny Enepekides, Kevin M. Higgins, Antoine Eskander, John R. de Almeida, David P. Goldstein, Ralph W. Gilbert, Jonathan C. Irish, Dale H. Brown, Christopher M. K. L. Yao, Christopher W. Noel, Sharon Tzelnick   +18 more
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