Accurate identification of anatomical variations in the biliary tree is crucial in hepatobiliary surgeries, including the widely performed laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Coexisting anomalies, though rare, present challenges for surgeons. This case study follows a 43-year-old female post-sleeve gastrectomy, diagnosed with mild gallstone pancreatitis and choledocholithiasis, who underwent early cholecystectomy.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFGastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are a common type of soft tissue sarcoma that originates from the interstitial cells of Cajal in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. These tumors usually affect people above 50 years of age and can be difficult to diagnose, as symptoms can be vague and nonspecific, with some patients remaining asymptomatic. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial because GISTs can be aggressive and may metastasize.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction And Importance: Evisceration of the small bowel through the vagina is an extremely rare condition and a life-threatening surgical emergency. Complications associated with this condition include bowel ischemia, abdominal sepsis, and deep vein thrombosis. Therefore, prompt surgical consultation and treatment are crucial as delay in treatment can lead to a grim outcome.
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