Gen Surg. 2026;2(1):GS02-1020 | Open Access
Vinay HG* and Vijay R
Superior Mesenteric Artery (SMA) syndrome is an uncommon proximal intestinal obstruction resulting from compression of the third part of the duodenum between the abdominal aorta and the superior mesenteric artery. We report the case of an 18-year-old female who presented with recurrent abdominal pain and postprandial vomiting for two years. Barium meal follow-through demonstrated narrowing at the D3 segment with ... Read more
CASE REPORT Updated Nov 05, 2026 PDF
Gen Surg. 2020;2(1):GS-02-1019 | Open Access
Abdelkader Boukerrouche
The management of infected pancreatic necrotic collections following necrotizing pancreatitis substantially evolved with continuous growing expertise and important research works. More aggressive treatment procedures can exacerbate the important inflammatory response associated with infected necrotizing pancreatitis. Therefore, the use of conservative and less invasive interventional strategy results in a clear improvement of outcomes. The appropriate treatment option to consider depends on ... Read more
REVIEW ARTICLE Updated Jul 19, 2020 PDF
Gen Surg. 2020;2(1):GS-02-1018 | Open Access
Abdelkader Boukerrouche
majorly sporadic, non-functional, and associated with genetic syndromes, mainly Multiple Endocrines Neoplasm type 1 (MEN1) in up to 5% to 10% of cases. Because of the very high heterogeneity, optimizing management and standardizing therapeutic strategies for PNETs remains a challenge for surgeons, requiring a multidisciplinary collaboration. Surgery for PNETs has evolved varying from radical resection to parenchyma sparing surgery and even now selective ... Read more
REVIEW ARTICLE Updated May 25, 2020 PDF
Gen Surg. 2020;2(1):GS-02-1017 | Open Access
Shishodia A and Jaiswal P
A 34-year-old Caucasian male presented to the neuropsychiatry clinic with dissociative sensory symptoms, on-going for the last few years. Treatment evidence around Alice in Wonderland Syndrome is elusive with lack of clarity on its psychopathology. This case-report summarizes treatment ineffectiveness.
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CASE SERIES Updated Jan 08, 2020 PDF
Gen Surg. 2020;2(1):GS-02-1016 | Open Access
Alex Joseph, Javaid Saleem Malik and Rajkumar Rajendram
The aim of the Pre-anesthesia Assessment Clinic (PAC) is to minimize the risk of preventable complications in the peri-operative period. However as the number of surgical procedures increases, novel, collaborative care pathways are required for the service delivered by the PAC to remain sustainable. Telephonic pre-assessment could solve some of the issues faced by overwhelmed PACs. However there are no ... Read more
SHORT COMMUNICATION Updated Jan 03, 2020 PDF
