Current surgical practice for central venous access to deliver chemotherapy and enteral access for nutritional support in pediatric patients with an oncological diagnosis.

Central venous access through tunneled central venous catheters (CVCs) are one of the cornerstones of modern oncologic practice in pediatric patients since CVCs provide a reliable access route for the administration of chemotherapy. Establishing best practices for CVC management in children with cancer is essential to optimize care. This article reviews current best practices, including types of devices, their placement, complications, and long-term outcomes.

Effect of Magnetic Resonance Imaging on Acute Surgical Treatment of Pregnant Patients: A Single Institution Study.

Background: Abdominal pathology in pregnant patients is a frequent challenge for emergency department physicians. Ultrasound is the imaging modality of choice but is inconclusive in approximately one-third of cases. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is becoming increasingly available, even in acute settings.

Bowel Resection Through a Single Umbilical Incision: A Case Series.

The advent of laparoscopy has revolutionized surgery. The surgeon strives to minimize incisions and their adverse consequences. Although laparoscopy has gained widespread popularity, several advantages in open surgery are thereby lost.

Does caffeine enhance bowel recovery after elective colorectal resection? A prospective double-blinded randomized clinical trial.

Background: Postoperative ileus is a common condition following abdominal surgery. Previous studies have shown the positive effects of coffee on gastrointestinal motility. The aim of this study was to assess whether caffeine is the stimulatory agent in coffee that triggers bowel motility and thus may reduce the duration of postoperative ileus.

Operative treatment of hepatic hydatid cysts: A single center experience.

Background: Hydatid cyst is a zoonotic disease caused by Echinococcus genera. Surgery is needed in most cases. We aimed to describe our center's experience in the surgical management of hepatic hydated cysts (HHC).