Retroperitoneal cecal volvulus: a complication of a rare internal hernia - a case report.

Introduction And Importance: The foramen of Winslow hernia (FWH) is a rare type of internal hernia. In one-third of cases, the cecum was found in the lesser sac. More rarely, the herniated cecum might be volvulated, which represents 1-1.

Endoscopic Vacuum Therapy for Treating an Esophago-Pulmonary Fistula after Esophagectomy: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

An acquired esophago-respiratory fistula represents an abnormal connection between the esophagus and the respiratory system. It is usually caused by malignancy and infection, or it occurs as a complication after surgery or radiation therapy. It can be divided according to its anatomical level into esophago-tracheal fistula, esophago-bronchial fistula, and in the rarest case, esophago-pulmonary fistula (EPF).

Adequate Management of Postoperative Complications after Esophagectomy: A Cornerstone for a Positive Outcome.

Background: Esophagectomy for cancer is one of the most complex procedures in visceral surgery. Postoperative complications negatively affect the patient's overall survival. They are not influenced by the histology type (adenocarcinoma (AC)/squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)), or the surgical approach (open, laparoscopic, or robotic-assisted).