Surgical management of middle aortic syndrome in an adult.

Middle aortic syndrome (MAS), a coarctation of the lower thoracic and/or abdominal aorta, is typically diagnosed and treated in the pediatric population. We present a 48-year-old patient with a long-standing history of hypertension who was lost to follow-up owing to a lack of insurance coverage. After two myocardial infarcts owing to severe hypertension, a vascular workup including a computed tomography angiogram revealed a diagnosis of MAS.

The Utility of ECMO After Liver Transplantation: Experience at a High-volume Transplant Center and Review of the Literature.

Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) artificially supports respiratory and cardiac function when conventional techniques fail. ECMO has been described as a treatment modality for acute pulmonary and cardiac failure following orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT). Here, we present a series of adult OLT recipients placed on ECMO after transplantation for both respiratory and cardiac indications and review the literature on the role of ECMO in the setting of OLT.

Laparoscopic Excision of Congenital Hepatic Cysts in the Pediatric Population: A Case Series and Literature Review.

Purpose: Congenital hepatic cysts are rare. Surgical excision is indicated for symptoms, complications, and to rule out malignancy. Laparoscopic management in the pediatric population has not been extensively documented.

The impact of gross anatomy laboratory on first year medical students' interest in a surgical career.

This study sought to determine the impact of gross anatomy laboratory (GA) on first year medical students' (M1) interest in a surgical career. Secondary objectives included identifying other influences in M1s' career decision making. This prospective study included surveys before and after GA.