Enterostoma: Treatment, Effect & Risks

An enterostomy is an artificial intestinal outlet on the abdominal wall for temporary or permanent evacuation of intestinal contents, as may be required for colorectal cancer patients, patients with inflammatory diseases such as Crohn’s disease, or patients with intestinal sutures. The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia and, in addition to the typical anesthetic … Enterostoma: Treatment, Effect & Risks

Elschnig Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Elschnig syndrome is a very rare hereditary disorder with congenital malformations of the eyelids. However, the severity of symptoms often varies widely. Treatment is symptomatic and depends on the malformations that occur. What is Elschnig syndrome? Elschnig syndrome is mainly characterized by malpositions of the lower eyelids. In rarer cases, other symptoms also appear, such … Elschnig Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment