Complications After Paraesophageal Hernia Repair.

Paraesophageal hernia repair (PEHR) is a challenging operation both technically and because the affected patient population is typically older with more comorbidities. As a result, PEHR is associated with substantial morbidity. Morbidity and mortality following PEHR vary significantly depending on the acuity of the operation and size of the hernia.

Different approaches in diagnosis, follow-up and treatment of acute biliary pancreatitis: Results of attitude survey.

Background: Acute biliary pancreatitis is one of the most frequently encountered diseases among general surgeons in emergency surgical diseases. Differences in diagnosis and treatment management of these patients, varying from physician to physician, are common in clinical practice. We aimed to present these differences and discuss the results in the light of current guidelines in the literature.

Role of computed tomography tractography in evaluation of back/flank stab wounds.

Background: The clinical approach to back/flank wounds has evolved over the years. The aim of this study was to discuss the potential of computed tomography tractography in patients with a stab wound to the back or flank.

Methods: A total of 25 stable patients with stab wounds confined to the back/flank region were enrolled in this retrospective study.

Preoperative CA125 value predicts Glisson capsule involvement in patients with peritoneal carcinomatosis undergoing cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy.

The difficulty of detecting lesions smaller than 1 cm in the preoperative period is still a continuing problem in peritoneal carcinomatosis. The prospective data of 106 peritoneal carcinomatosis patients were included this study. Preoperative AFP, carcinoembryonic antigen, CA19.

Comparison of Platelet Distribution Width and CA19-9 in Resectable Pancreas Cancer.

Background: Platelets are considered an important source of prothrombotic agents associated with inflammation in cancer related diseases. We aimed to compare the diagnostic accuracy of the platelet distribution width (PDW) and CA19-9 in resectable pancreas cancer.

Method: A total of 83 stage-1 and 2 pancreatic adenocarcinoma (PAC) patients, and 85 age and sex-matched healthy participants were included in the study.

Management of Gallstone-Induced Acute Pancreatitis in Pregnancy: A Tertiary-Center Experience.

Objectives: Gallbladder stones are the most frequently reported etiology of acute pancreatitis in pregnancy and are often diagnosed in the third trimester. This condition is associated with both mother and infant morbidity and mortality, and its treatment remains controversial.

Methods: Relevant patient data between September 2010 and April 2017 from the Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital were analyzed regarding etiology (of gallstone pancreatitis), trimester of pregnancy, diagnostic tools, pancreatitis stage, clinical status, medical treatment, surgical interventions, and pregnancy status.

Comparison of platelet rich plasma versus fibrin glue on colonic anastomoses in rats.

Purpose: To compare platelet rich plasma (PRP) and fibrin glue about the effect of anastomotic healing.

Methods: Thirty six Wistar-Albino male rats diveded into 3 groups according to control(Group1), PRP (Group 2) and fibrin glue(Tisseel VH) (Group 3). The colon was transected with scissor and subsequently an end to end anastomosis was performed using continuous one layer 6/0 vicryl sutures.

Is computed tomography tractography reliable in patients with anterior abdominal stab wounds?

Introduction: The current literature and guidelines recommend that determination of peritoneal violation is done first in cases of anterior abdominal stab wounds. The primary endpoint of this study was to determine the reliability of computed tomographic (CT) tractography to assess peritoneal violation in anterior abdominal stab wounds. The secondary endpoint is to compare local wound exploration between conventional CT and CT tractography in the evaluation of peritoneal violation.

Effects of nivolumab in peritoneal carcinamatosis of malign melanoma in mouse model.

Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy of nivolumab and comparison with dacarbazine (DTIC) on peritoneal carcinomatosis of malignant melanoma in mouse model.

Methods: Mouse skin melanoma cells was injected under the capsule of the peritoneal surface in the left side of the abdomen. On postoperative day ten, mouses randomised into three groups.

Gallbladder polypoid lesions >15mm as indicators of T1b gallbladder cancer risk.

Background And Study Aims: Gallbladder polyps (GBPs) are found in 5-7% of the adult population. However, it is very important to differentiate between benign and malignant polyps to establish an appropriate treatment. The present study aimed to determine the relevance of the 10-mm size criterion and attempted to determine the cut-off diameter of T1b tumours, which requires additional surgical intervention.

Is It Necessary to Specifically Define the Cause of Surgically Treated Biliary Tract Infections? A Rare Case of Cholecystitis and Literature Review.

is an aquatic and soil organism that does not notoriously cause invasive infections in humans. Infections in the literature are limited only in case reports. We present a very rare case of cholecystitis.

Unusual Presentation of Hydatid Cyst in Breast with Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings.

We report a case of 59-year-old woman with a painful left breast mass, compatible with types II-III hydatid cyst. Lesion was evaluated with mammography, ultrasound, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging modalities. Magnetic resonance imaging had important diagnostic role with demonstrating characteristic features of the lesion and had capability of showing complications.

Endoscopic Management of Colonic Perforation due to Ingestion of a Wooden Toothpick.

BACKGROUND Toothpick ingestion is implicated in bowel injuries that may cause violent complications, mimicking diseases causing acute abdomen. CASE REPORT A 18-year-old man was admitted with a 3-day history of a swallowed wooden toothpick. The patient had tenderness in the left flank area.

An association between transmesenteric internal hernia and abdominal cocoon syndrome: A case report.

Introduction: Transmesenteric internal hernia is defined as the herniation of the small intestine from a mesenteric defect in the abdominal cavity, and abdominal cocoon syndrome is the partial or entire encapsulation of the small bowel like the shape of an accordion, by a fibrocollagenous membrane.

Presentation Of Case: A 32-year old male patient applied with complaints of abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting bile. Signs visualized in the abdominal computer tomography were as follows: gatto formation of the small intestinal loops and suspected of an internal hernia.

Intact parathormone measurement 1 hour after total thyroidectomy as a predictor of symptomatic hypocalcemia.

Objective: Postoperative iPTH assay may predict significant hypocalcemia after thyroid surgery. The present study aimed to evaluate the ability of iPTH assay to monitor parathyroid function and to identify the risk of postoperative hypocalcemia in patients underwent thyroid surgery.

Materials And Methods: One hundred patients participated in the study (7 male and 93 female).

Bilateral elastofibroma dorsi: A case report.

Introduction: Elastofibroma dorsi(EFD) is slow-growing, benign, soft tissue tumor of unclear pathogenesis, typically located at the subscapular region of elderly people. It may be unilateral or bilateral. As it exhibits benign behavior, it should be surgically removed only in symptomatic patients.

The rate of operative success achieved with radioguided occult lesion localization and intraoperative ultrasonography in patients with recurrent papillary thyroid cancer.

Background: To investigate the rate of operative success in excision of nonpalpable lymph nodes with metastatic disease achieved with radioguided occult lesion localization (ROLL) and intraoperative ultrasonography (IOUS) in patients with papillary thyroid cancer (PTC).

Methods: Twenty consecutive PTC patients with nonpalpable lymph nodes with metastatic disease localized in previously operated fields were randomized to receive ROLL (n = 11) or IOUS (n = 9). Nodes were excised along with adjacent soft tissue to accomplish a compartment-oriented dissection.

The management of mesenteric vein thrombosis: a single institution's experience.

Background: Mesenteric vein thrombosis occurs rarely and is responsible for approximately 5-15% of all cases of acute mesenteric ischemia. The aim of this report was to discuss the management of mesenteric vein thrombosis based on our experience with 34 patients.

Methods: In the present study, 34 patients who were admitted to our emergency surgery department between January 2007 and January 2010 with a diagnosis of acute mesenteric vein thrombosis were assessed retrospectively.

Local thrombolytic therapy in acute mesenteric ischemia.

Background: The aim of the study was to evaluate the local thrombolytic therapy (LTT) in combination with laparoscopy, in management of acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI).

Methods: From January 2000 to January 2010, patients who were admitted to the hospital with AMI due to acute arterial occlusion were analysed retrospectively. Patients presenting with acute abdomen with a suspicion of AMI were evaluated with computerized tomography angiography (CTA).

Curative surgery for locally advanced retroperitoneal mature teratoma in an adult. Case report.

Introduction: Primary teratomas of retroperitoneum are not usual in the adult population. These tumors most commonly seen at the gonadal and sacrococcygeal regions. Herein we describe a case of an 18-year-old female who had a benign cystic teratoma at the retroperitoneum.

Falling television related child injuries in Turkey: 10-year experience.

Background: We reviewed retrospectively TV-related injuries to determine the risk factors, type of injuries, and operative intervention(s) required in children injured by falling TVs.

Methods: This was a retrospective descriptive study conducted on 42 pediatric patients who were admitted to Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Emergency Surgery Department. Case notes included all demographic and injury details, TV and TV-related furniture type, mechanism of injury, Pediatric Trauma Score (PTS), Pediatric Glasgow Coma Scale (PGCS), length of hospital stay, need for intensive care unit assessments, and management plans.