Publications by authors named "Christelle Destinval"
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- Epidermoid splenic cysts are rare benign tumors in children, making up 10% of all splenic cystic lesions, typically discovered incidentally or during imaging for other abdominal issues.
- Laparoscopic partial splenectomy has gained popularity over total splenectomy as it preserves spleen function and reduces infection risk, although it requires a skilled surgical team due to bleeding risks.
- A study reported three cases of successful laparoscopic partial splenectomy in children, with no complications or recurrences during a mean follow-up of 21 months, despite varying operating times and intraoperative blood loss.
A female full-term neonate, accompanied by her parents, was referred to the paediatric surgery department on the day of after birth. She presented with a 9 cm length pathological umbilical cord, of which the first 7 cm was red and wet, with ulceration, necrosis and healing areas. The patient never had a fever.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSeat belt syndrome describes a combination of injuries a person restrained by a seat belt may have after a high-velocity motor vehicle crash. A seat belt-shaped bruise may be present across the torso. A Chance fracture is a horizontal vertebral fracture, resulting from spinal hyperflexion, and in disruption of the three columns of the vertebral bodies.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPenile strangulation is a rare pediatric urology emergency. A 13-year-old boy with no psychiatric history was referred to the university hospital 2 h after a metallic ring was self-placed over his penis. Under general anesthesia, a Gigli saw cut the cockring in two places.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBlunt testicular trauma with rupture of albuginea is one of the rarest emergencies in children. Medical history and Testicular Doppler Ultrasound lead to diagnosis. Appropriate management is necessary to preserve the testis.
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