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Complex management of ectopia cordis complicated by pentalogy of cantrell: Report of two cases and review of current evidence

CONCLUSION: While prognosis for ectopia cordis remains poor, careful and individualized management strategies, including timely intervention and infection prevention, can lead to favorable outcomes as demonstrated in our second case. This underscores the importance of a multidisciplinary approach and early prenatal diagnosis in enhancing survival rates for this rare condition.
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Superselective transcatheter arterial embolization in the treatment of intra-abdominal extralobar pulmonary sequestration

Pulmonary sequestration is a congenital anomaly characterized by a mass of nonfunctioning lung parenchyma that receives a systemic arterial blood supply and is mainly located in the thorax. Intra-abdominal pulmonary sequestration, a rare subtype, is typically diagnosed within the first few months of life. We report the case of a term neonate with a history of recurrent left-sided pleural effusion requiring thoracentesis. A CT scan with venous contrast was performed, and an intrabdominal...
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Infected Pseudoaneurysm Associated With Umbilical Depression at the Puncture Site Due to Perclose ProStyle Suture®: Restoration for Infection Prevention

Percutaneous coronary intervention is now commonly performed using the transradial artery approach, but endovascular therapy (EVT) is still often performed via the femoral artery (FA). Vascular closure devices have been developed and are commonly used to achieve hemostasis at the FA puncture site. However, there have been some reports of infection complications associated with the use of vascular closure devices. When Perclose ProStyle Suture® (Abbott, Abbott Park, IL, USA) is used for...
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A Self-Generated Electricity-Driven Sclera reinforcement bionic piezoelectric patch for Management of High Myopia

CONCLUSIONS: Both in vitro and in vivo experiments demonstrate that our precisely designed patch provided a stable and effective solution for reducing progressive axial elongation in HM. By leveraging nanotechnology, electrical stimulation, and scleral reinforcement surgery, this study offers a groundbreaking approach with significant implications for both scientific research and clinical practice. Our strategy paves the way for enhanced surgical outcomes in HM treatment, offering a promising...
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