Adulthood of patients after oesophageal atresia repair- General Surgeon's Guide.

Introduction Despite proper surgical management in neonatal period, congenital oesophageal atresia [OA] may present serious source of lifelong disorders. The objective of our study is to present the most important facts about oesophageal atresia, types of treatment and possible complications which might demand surgical management in adult life. We would like to familiarize general surgeons with this matter to provide OA patients with proper medical care.

A systematic review and meta-analysis of laparoscopic versus robotic rectal surgery with primary anastomosis.

Purpose: Rectal cancer is one of the most common malignancies of the gastrointestinal tract. The gold standard method is surgical resection. The approach to rectal cancer is still controversial.