Publications by authors named "U Metzger"

Introduction: Numerous anatomical theories have been developed to explain women stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and improve its management. The transperineal ultrasound is an efficient and non-invasive exam that perfectly studies the bladder neck movement and the urethral anatomy. The measurement of the static portion of the distal urethral length, considered as the functional urethral length (FUL), and of the posterior urethral closure angle (PUCA) have not been studied before and could be of interest.

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  • The study aimed to create new reference charts for measuring the length of the fetal corpus callosum (CC) during the third trimester, based on a large sample of healthy fetuses, and establish growth evaluation standards using CC length ratios.
  • Conducted from November 2021 to June 2022 at a specialized fetal ultrasound center, the research involved precise measurements of the CC in fetuses aged 17 to 36 weeks, excluding those with inaccurate gestational ages or high risk of brain abnormalities.
  • Results showed high measurement quality (92.8% accuracy) and established a formula for CC length based on gestational age, with consistent ECOFD/CC and HC/CC ratios, proposing them as additional markers for normal CC
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To describe a minimally invasive technique with primary closure and strong suture connection that is feasible in cases of larger, most common type B defects of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The thoracoscopic approach (TA) is a favorable technique for the repair of CDH and is still evolving globally. A common issue is finding the optimal suture technique for secure closure in order to prevent recurrences.

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Intestinal aganglionosis in children is a common cause of neonatal and infantile obstruction or ileus. Diagnosis is based on a histologically proven absence of enteric ganglion cells in deep biopsies of the gut wall. Therapeutic goal is a one-stage repair with a resection of the affected segment.

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In early childhood, essential foundations are laid for healthy growing up and long-term quality of life and health. Stressful life situations can disrupt good early childhood development, therefore early support is essential. Early childhood interventions like "Frühe Hilfen" provide support systems with coordinated services for parents and children during early childhood.

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