ANZ journal of surgery

BACKGROUND: Despite growing interest in robot-assisted surgery, the literature remains limited on the application of robotic surgery for complex endometriosis surgery requiring multidisciplinary input for multi-visceral resection. The aim o…

Deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) of the bowel, defined by infiltration of endometriosis into the muscularis propria, or as a lesion invading the bowel wall >5 mm depth, occurs in 5.2%–12% of women with endometriosis.1, 2 The rectum and…

Endometriosis is characterized by the growth of endometrial-like tissue outside of the uterus. When disease occurs greater than 5 mm beneath the peritoneum, it is known as deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE).1 We describe a case of DIE in…

BackgroundMedian arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS) is a rare disorder characterized by the compression of the coeliac trunk and plexus by fibrous arches of the median ligament. It commonly occurs in young women with postprandial epigastric p…

Primary spontaneous pneumothorax is a common problem faced by doctors in medical practice. It is a significant global health problem affecting adolescent and young adults. This article will review the etiopathology, diagnosis and current ma…

Figure S1. Laparoscopic view of pathology obtained following entry into the abdomen. File S1. Full text: How to do a structured rectal mobilisation in complex pelvic endometriosis. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the conte…

BACKGROUND: Debate surrounds the management of the macroscopically normal appendix. Current literature recommends its removal given the high incidence of microscopic appendicitis, and other unusual pathologies in the normal-looking appendix…

BACKGROUND: The aim of this paper is to review the results of surgical excision of rectal endometriosis and review the published work on this challenging condition. METHODS: All cases of endometriosis involving the rectum treated by a singl…