Pathophysiology of Endometriosis endometriosis is: 1) presence of benign endometrial tissue outside of uterine cavity 2) most commonly found in … [Read more...]
Pancreatitis and the Puestow Procedure
The Puestow procedure is an infrequently performed procedure that is used to relieve the pain associated with chronic pancreatitis. It involves … [Read more...]
“Bounce back” For Pain After Stab or Gunshot Wound
The astute trauma surgeon or clinician will have a high incidence of suspicion for development of pseudoaneurysm if a patient who has suffered a stab … [Read more...]
Spigelian Hernia
Spigelian hernias are infrequently occurring hernias most commonly presenting in the 5th or 6th decades. These hernias are a protrusion of … [Read more...]
Ilioinguinal Nerve Injury
Ilioinguinal nerve injury is the most common nerve iinjury during open inguinal hernia repair. This results in pain, numbness, and paresthesias along … [Read more...]
Genitofemoral Nerve Injury
Genitofemoral nerve injury most commonly occurs during open hernia surgery. This nerve provides sensory innervation to the skin on the medial upper … [Read more...]
Lateral Femoral Cutaneous Nerve In Inguinal Hernia Repair
The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve is one of several nerves that may be injured in inguinal hernia repair. Injuries to this nerve cause numbness, … [Read more...]
Pheochromocytoma – 5 Ps
Signs and symptoms of pheochromocytoma - 5 Ps palpitations, pallor, perspiration, pain, pressure (increased) Related Posts More on … [Read more...]
Paronychia Incision and Drainage (Abscess at Fingernail)
Indications for Paronychia I and D Paronychia is an infection and abscess located in the pads of the fingertips … [Read more...]
Gallstone Pancreatitis
Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) is most commonly caused by excessive and chronic alcohol use. But, this condition can also occur when the … [Read more...]