Esophageal Anatomy and Terminology The esophagus is a fibromuscular tube ~ 25 cm long extending from the pharynx to the stomach. It begins at the upper esophageal sphincter, which is formed primarily by the cricopharyngeus muscle. The lower esophageal sphincter…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Primary malignant neoplasm arising from peritoneum You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in here
KEY FACTS Terminology Lymphoma deposits or metastatic disease to omentum, peritoneal surface, peritoneal ligaments, or mesentery You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log…
KEY FACTS Terminology Rare, benign, locally aggressive, nonencapsulated mesenchymal neoplasms of connective or fibrous tissue You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Traumatic disruption of musculature and fascia of anterior abdominal wall due to blunt trauma Imaging Contrast-enhanced, multiplanar CT Common locations include iliac crest region in seat belt injuries and lower abdomen (lateral to rectus sheath or inguinal…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Type of congenital diaphragmatic hernia resulting in protrusion of abdominal contents through defect in posterolateral portion of diaphragm You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If…