Intussusception in Henoch-Schonlein Purpura: Diagnosis with Ultrasound

This report describes the successful use of abdominal ultrasound to diagnose intussusception in a patient with Henoch-Schonlein purpura

“Bucket Handle” Avulsion of Intestine in Gastroschisis

Two infants with gastroschisis had most of the midgut avulsed during cesarean section. There was only 12 and 20 cm of small bowel remaining, with an intact ileocecal valve in each case. Cutaneous enterostomy followed by anastomosis was done in both patients. The first child is 4 years old and is now on total enteral feedings after prolonged intravenous support. The second infant is still on partial parenteral nutrition. The cases illustrate the vulnerability of the fetus with gastroschisis during extraction by cesarean section

“Bucket Handle” Avulsion of Intestine in Gastroschisis

Two infants with gastroschisis had most of the midgut avulsed during cesarean section. There was only 12 and 20 cm of small bowel remaining, with an intact ileocecal valve in each case. Cutaneous enterostomy followed by anastomosis was done in both patients. The first child is 4 years old and is now on total enteral feedings after prolonged intravenous support. The second infant is still on partial parenteral nutrition. The cases illustrate the vulnerability of the fetus with gastroschisis during extraction by cesarean section

Intussusception in Henoch-Schonlein Purpura: Diagnosis with Ultrasound

This report describes the successful use of abdominal ultrasound to diagnose intussusception in a patient with Henoch-Schonlein purpura

Colon Esophagoplasty in the Orthotopic Position

Three cases of long-gap esophageal atresia were repaired using a technique that included a right extrapleural thoracotomy, preservation of the entire esophagus available, both anastomoses in the mediastinum, use of a short segment of colon, and preservation of the ileocecal valve. This approach, not previously described, combines multiple features aimed at decreasing complications related to traditional techniques. Successful early results are promising

Colon Esophagoplasty in the Orthotopic Position

Three cases of long-gap esophageal atresia were repaired using a technique that included a right extrapleural thoracotomy, preservation of the entire esophagus available, both anastomoses in the mediastinum, use of a short segment of colon, and preservation of the ileocecal valve. This approach, not previously described, combines multiple features aimed at decreasing complications related to traditional techniques. Successful early results are promising

Laparoscopic Thal Fundoplication with Gastrostomy in Children

A technique was developed to adapt the Thal fundoplication to the laparoscopic approach. Modifications include tying an umbilical tape (as a loop) around the esophagus for retraction, interrupted fundoplication sutures, and extracorporeal gastrostomy through a trocar site. This technique was completed successfully in 10 pediatric patients

Laparoscopic Thal Fundoplication with Gastrostomy in Children

A technique was developed to adapt the Thal fundoplication to the laparoscopic approach. Modifications include tying an umbilical tape (as a loop) around the esophagus for retraction, interrupted fundoplication sutures, and extracorporeal gastrostomy through a trocar site. This technique was completed successfully in 10 pediatric patients