Robotic Strong's procedure for the treatment of superior mesenteric artery syndrome. Description of surgical technique on occasion of the first reported case in the literature.

Backround: Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS) is a rare disorder caused by compression of the third portion of the duodenum by the SMA. Once a conservative approach fails, usual surgical strategies include Duodenojejunostomy and Strong's procedure. The latter avoids potential anastomotic risks and complications.

The effect of capecitabine on the healing of colonic anastomoses in rats.

Purpose: Capecitabine is a fluoropyrimidine carbamate with antineoplasmatic activity, recommended for the treatment of colorectal cancer. This study was designed to assess the effectiveness of the perioperative administration of capecitabine on the healing process of colonic anastomosis.

Methods: Sixty Wistar rats were used, which were randomized in 2 groups of 30 each.