Hofstetter WL

Primary tumors of the diaphragm are rare. The most common benign cystic lesions of the diaphragm are bronchogenic or mesothelial cysts, while the most common benign solid lesion is a lipoma. Benign tumors of the diaphragm are resected if th…

OBJECTIVE: To assess the long-term outcome of antireflux surgery in patients with Barrett's esophagus. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA: The prevalence of Barrett's esophagus is increasing, and its treatment is problematic. Antireflux surgery has t…