Int Surg
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A new case of an enterolith, formed within a Meckel's diverticulum and subsequently expellefferential diagnosis from a gallstone ileus is virtually impossible. This nevertheless remains a rare cause of intestinal obstruction.
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The value of radiofrequency facet rhizotomy in the treatment of patients with chronic neck and low back pain problems is assessed on the basis of experience with 117 consecutive patients. Only patients with positive responses to facet blocking with local anesthetic were selected. ⋯ Average follow-up time was 13.7 months. We conclude that radiofrequency rhizotomy is a valuable tool in the treatment of chronic neck and low back pain.
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A simple, inexpensive, readily assembled device that provides immediate temporary access to the subglottic airway for oxygenation or anesthesia induction has been presented. The device can be used in emergency clinical situations, in difficult anesthesia inductions and in children where it is difficult to introduce an endotracheal tube because of supraglottic disorders. The child can be anesthetized via this device prior to securing the airway by tracheostomy. There has been no morbidity or mortality associated with use of this device.
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Immediate postoperative complications in 160 surgical patients were retrospectively reviewed. Complications were analyzed by system, and mortality was evaluated.