Crossed testicular ectopia: What should be specified?

Crossed testicular ectopia, also named transverse testicular ectopia, is a rare but well-known congenital anomaly in which both gonads migrate toward the same hemiscrotum. It is usually associated with other abnormalities such as persistent Mu¨ llerian duct syndrome, inguinal hernia, hypospadias, pseudohermaphrodism, and scrotal anomalies. We report two cases of crossed testicular ectopia; a persistent Mullerian duct syndrome was associated in one case. We also performed a literature search for other reports of crossed testicular ectopia.Keywords: crossed testicular ectopia, ectopic testis, persistent Mullerian duct syndrome, testis, transverse testicular ectopi

Laparoscopic management of an axially torsed gangrenous Meckel′s diverticulum in a child

Meckel′s diverticulum (MD) is the most common congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract. Most often is asymptomatic but it may give a number of complications including gastrointestinal bleeding, obstruction and inflammation. Axial torsion and gangrene of MD are exceptional. The correct diagnosis of MD could only be made during surgery. Early surgery is important to reduce morbidity, especially perforation. Laparoscopy aided in the diagnosis and adequate treatment. We herein describe the case of a 4-year-old boy with axial torsion of MD. Clinical and radiographic finding suggest a segmental volvulus. Laparoscopy contributes to diagnosis and treatment of torted MD

Multidisciplinary approaches for the study of sediment discharges to the Mediterranean Sea to mitigate the impact of climate and anthropogenic activities on coastal environments

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