Isolated Port Site Metastases in Carcinoma Gallbladder: Does it Represent Better Prognosis?

Port site metastasis (PSM) is a known sequela of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in carcinoma gallbladder. While they are associated with poor prognosis, isolated PSM may represent a subset with better outcomes. We conducted a clinical audit of 33 cases of PSMs treated over a 6-year period.

Indian Council of Medical Research consensus document for the management of gall bladder cancer.

The document is based on consensus among the experts and best available evidence pertaining to Indian population and is meant for practice in India.All postcholecystectomy gallbladder specimens should be opened and examined carefully by the operating surgeon and be sent for histopathological examination.All "incidental" gall bladder cancers (GBCs) picked up on histopathological examination should have an expert opinion.

Limb salvage surgery in bone tumors: a retrospective study of 50 cases in a single center.

Modular segmental replacement system (MSRS) is one of the options for Limb conservation surgery in bone tumors. The study analyses a single center experience of use of MSRS for limb conservation in cases of primary bone tumors. Retrospective analysis was done for a series of cases of limb salvage procedures done over a five year period.

Comparison of PET/CT with conventional imaging modalities (USG, CECT) in evaluation of N0 neck in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.

Background: Evaluation of a clinically N0 neck is mandatory in cases of squamous cell carcinoma of head and neck region in order to determine the need to address the neck. The study was designed to compare the accuracy of PET/CT scan with that of USG and CECT Neck in assessing clinically N0 neck in cases of squamous cell carcinoma of upper aerodigestive tract.

Methods: Single center, prospective, study over a 2 year period.

Percutaneous transfemoral repositioning of malpositioned central venous access device: a report of two cases.

Placement of long term central venous access devices (CVAD) such as chemo ports and Hickman's catheters are associated with a definite risk of catheter tip malpositioning. As such, malpositioning runs a risk of venous thrombosis and related complications; it is imperative to reposition the catheter. Percutaneous transfemoral venous approach has been described as a minimally invasive and safe method for the repositioning.

Primary mucinous carcinoma of eyelid: a rare clinical entity.

Primary cutaneous mucinous carcinoma of the eyelid, a rare pathologic entity, is an adenocarcinoma of the eccrine glands. Though it has low metastatic potential, it does have a significant recurrence rate. We present the occurrence, clinical and histological features, and management of this tumor in a 62-year-old male who presented with a recurrent, firm, nodular left lower lid lesion.