AdventHealth Orlando Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center of Excellence takes a multidisciplinary approach to treating intestinal failure, offering new hope to patients
As part of its Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center of Excellence, AdventHealth Orlando has assembled a multidisciplinary team of experts to care for patients suffering from intestinal failure under the leadership of board-certified colorectal surgeon John Monson, MD. A condition in which the body’s gastrointestinal system is unable to absorb necessary fluids, nutrients, and electrolytes. Intestinal […]
Understanding acute appendicitis and its traditional treatment: a new approach
Understanding acute appendicitis and its traditional treatment Acute appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a small sac attached to the large intestine. This condition is a medical emergency and traditionally required surgical intervention known as an appendectomy. However, recent developments in the medical field have introduced non-surgical approaches to managing this condition. Evidence-based approaches to […]
Laparoscopic approach to cloacal malformation repair found to be safe in eligible patients
(Image: Adobe Stock/Illustration: Fawn Gracie, Boston Children’s) A minimally invasive surgical approach called laparoscopic rectal mobilization and genitourinary separation appears to be a safe alternative to open surgery for eligible patients with cloacal malformations.That’s the latest conclusion study by the team of Colorectal and Pelvic Malformation Center At Boston Children’s Hospital. Minimally invasive approach to […]
Transanal Minimally Invasive Surgery Combined with Robotic Anterior Approach for Sleeve Resection of Giant Recto-Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors
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Researchers approach the “truth” of beetle ecology
Image: Microscopic cross-section of the hindgut of a beetle. This photo shows dry magenta stool surrounded by gray intestines. The malpighian tubes of the beetle appear purple.Photo: Kenneth Verand Halberg view more Credits: Photo: Kenneth Veland Halberg Beetles are champions of survival in extremely dry environments. Part of this property is due to their ability […]