Technique for liver separation using the modified liver hanging maneuver (LHM) in a case of thoraco-omphalopagus conjoined twins.

Introduction: Conjoined twins are rare, high-stakes cases requiring complex management. This report presents thoraco-omphalopagus conjoined twins who shared parts of liver and abdominal wall. The main obstacle in separating these patients was liver fusion.

The influence of topical mitomycin-C on total fibroblasts, epithelialization, and collagenization in anoplasty wound healing in Wistar rats.

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of topical mitomycin-C on total fibroblasts, epithelialization, and collagenization in anoplasty wound healing in Wistar rats.

Methods: In this experimental study, anoplasty procedures were performed on twelve Wistar rats that were subsequently randomly placed into two groups; i.e.