Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Using Transcaval Aortic Access Technique.

Repair of thoracic aortic aneurysms has evolved in recent history. Open surgical intervention has largely been replaced with endovascular intervention. However, there are anatomic limitations to thoracic endovascular aneurysm repair.

Feasibility of an Opioid Sparing Discharge Protocol Following Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery.

Background: Opioids are commonly prescribed after laparoscopic bariatric surgery but have untoward effects including dependence and diversion. Prior investigation revealed that over three-fourths of discharge opioids prescribed to our patients went unused.

Objectives: To determine the feasibility of an opioid sparing discharge protocol following laparoscopic bariatric surgery.

Achenbach syndrome as a rare cause of painful, blue finger.

Paroxysmal finger hematoma, also known as Achenbach syndrome, is an underdiagnosed condition that causes apprehension in patients owing to the alarming appearance. It usually presents as a blue-purple discoloration of the volar aspect of one or more digits and can be associated with pain and paresthesia. This condition is benign and is usually self-limiting.