Journal of Surgery

Volume 2, Issue 6, December 2014

  • European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy on Bile Duct Injuries

    Syed Adnan Kabir, Syed Irfan Kabir, Roma Patel, Thomas Kallachil, Imran Inam

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, December 2014
    Pages: 82-87
    Received: 4 November 2014
    Accepted: 17 November 2014
    Published: 20 November 2014
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    Abstract: The aim of this article is to describe the pathophysiology, diagnosis, classification, and management of BDI based on the relevant available literature, in particular the recent recommendations from the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE). It is a known fact that bile duct injuries (BDI) are associated with a high morbidity and mo... Show More
  • Mesenteric Fibromyoma Mimicking a Colon Tumor: A Diagnostic Dilemma

    Safak Ozturk, Ozhan Cetindag, Mutlu Unver, Melek Uncel, Burcin Kibar Ozturk, Eyup Kebabci, Umit Bayol

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, December 2014
    Pages: 88-92
    Received: 16 September 2014
    Accepted: 29 September 2014
    Published: 16 December 2014
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    Abstract: Introduction: Solid primary tumors of mesenteric origin are quite rare among the intraabdominal soft tissue tumors. The most frequent tumors are Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST) and smooth muscle tumors. GISTs as the largest group of these tumors are usually seen in the wall of gastrointestinal tract and 25% of them are malignant. They usuall... Show More
  • Suture Suspension Brow-Lifting: The Minitac System

    James D. Frame, Bassem M. Mossaad

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, December 2014
    Pages: 93-97
    Received: 8 December 2014
    Accepted: 14 December 2014
    Published: 19 December 2014
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    Abstract: As their face ages, a significant number of individuals require elevation of the eyebrows to improve brow-ptosis and pseudo-ptosis of the upper eyelids. This may be for functional disability, i.e. when there is a reduction in visual fields, or for purely cosmetic reasons. Eyebrow elevation can be achieved by non-surgical or by direct surgical metho... Show More
  • Tip I Coronary Artery Ectasia in a Patient with Rheumatic Heartvalve Disease

    Suleyman Surer, Senol Yavuz, Faruk Toktaş

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, December 2014
    Pages: 98-100
    Received: 2 December 2014
    Accepted: 12 December 2014
    Published: 19 December 2014
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    Abstract: Coronary artery ectasia (CAE) is detected in approximately 1-5% of all coronary angiography procedures. Coronary artery dilatation is only rarely diagnosed or cannot be recognized generally. There is no consensus regarding the definition of this rare anomaly. A 75-year old female who is a hypertansive and hyperlipidemia with a history of chronic st... Show More
  • Intestinal Obstruction from Multifocal Endometriosis: A Case Report and Review of Literature

    Babatunde M. Duduyemi, Osei Owusu-Afriyie, Prince Bohene, Akinwale N. Titiloye, Sampene P. Ossei, Ernest K. Adjei, Babarinde A. Ojo

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, December 2014
    Pages: 101-104
    Received: 26 November 2014
    Accepted: 12 December 2014
    Published: 22 December 2014
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    Abstract: Endometriosis causing intestinal obstruction presents a difficult challenge in making a timely and accurate clinical diagnosis because of the non-specific nature of its presentation which can mimic other causes of intestinal obstruction. We report a case of large bowel obstruction and rectal bleeding secondary to multifocal intestinal endometriosis... Show More
  • Over Expression of HER2/Neu in Female Ductal Carcinoma: Pure Invasive Versus Invasive with in Situ Component

    Mohamed Salah Abdelhamid, Ahmed Mohamed Sadat, Mohamed Salah Abdelbasset, Amr Mohamed Aly Mohamed, Hesham y Ahmed Abdel Wahab Nafad, Khald Mohamed Shawky, Solafa Amin Abdelaziz, Lobna Omar El Farouk Abd Elsalam, Mahmoud Ahmed Negida, Reham Shehab El Nemr Esmail, Adel Morad Abdellah, Ahmed Zaki Gharib

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, December 2014
    Pages: 105-108
    Received: 9 December 2014
    Accepted: 19 December 2014
    Published: 27 December 2014
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    Abstract: Aims: We are trying to understand the role of HER 2 neu in tumor progression. Study design: Prospective study. Place and duration: Conducted at Bani Swif and Kasr AL Aini university hospitals between May 2013 and May 2014. Methodology: 32 patients were enrolled in the study. The speceimens were obtained surgically .Expression of HER-2-neu receptors... Show More