Publications by authors named "D Mallet"
Introduction: Transhiatal esophagectomy (THE) is used for specific gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinomas. THE is a high-risk surgical procedure. We aimed to assess the impact of postoperative sepsis (sepsis or septic shock) on the 1-year mortality after THE and to determine the risk factors associated with these outcomes.
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- - Aldosterone synthase deficiency (ASD) is a rare genetic condition causing a lack of aldosterone hormone, primarily seen in newborns and infants, leading to salt wasting, vomiting, and failure to thrive.
- - Early diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment, which includes rehydration and supplementation of salt and fludrocortisone, along with hormone level tests.
- - A case study is presented of a newborn with typical symptoms plus some unusual features, and genetic testing revealed a new variant of the CYP11B2 gene associated with ASD.