Management of end - stage achalasia with laparoscopic Heller myotomy: A case report.

Introduction: Achalasia is a rare esophageal motility disorder causing dysphagia and weight loss. Severe cases may present with a significantly dilated and sigmoid-shaped esophagus (sigmoid achalasia). Traditionally, esophagectomy was used for such cases.

Physical fitness throughout chemotherapy in children with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia and lymphoma.

Unlabelled: Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia/lymphoma (ALL/LBL) and its treatment interfere with normal physical functioning. However, it remains unclear how physical fitness (PF) is affected throughout treatment for ALL/LBL. Sixty-two patients (2.

Better detection of reduced motor functioning in brain tumor survivors based on objective motor assessments: an incentive for improved standardized follow-up.

Long-term sequelae are well-known in childhood brain tumor survivors, but motor functioning remains poorly described. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess objective motor functioning, patient-specific risk factors, and parental perceptions. Fifty-two childhood brain tumor patients (pilocytic astrocytoma, medulloblastoma, and other types) who were at least 6 months out of treatment were evaluated.

Laparoscopic repair of acute traumatic diaphragmatic hernia with mesh reinforcement: A case report.

Introduction And Importance: Traumatic diaphragmatic injuries are rare and usually occur after thoracoabdominal trauma. Most patients will have other potentially life-threatening injuries. High index of suspicion is the most important attribute.