Biliary atresia (BA) is an intractable disease of unknown cause that develops in the neonatal period. It causes jaundice and liver damage due to the destruction of extrahepatic biliary tracts,.
Researchers in the US wanted to know if weight-loss drugs known as GLP-1 agonists reduced the risk of people getting any of the 13 cancers associated with obesity. Their results were recently published in JAMA Network Open.
This case report details a rare instance of gallbladder diverticulum, highlighting the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with this condition.
Towfigh and Hexagon Health have been relentless, using technology — such as a patented implantable mesh, a novel surgery, and live, 360-degree interactive surgery broadcasts — to improve outcomes for female hernia patients.
Hernia mesh infection happens when bacteria grow on mesh implants, causing symptoms such as fever, inflammation and pain. Some types of mesh may be more likely to become infected, and the risk of infection goes up in people with other health problems such as obesity or diabetes.
430 Pennsylvania Ave.
Suite 350
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Tel:
3011 Butterfield Road
Suite 240
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Tel:
5101 S Willow Springs Road
Suite: Bariatric Clinic
La Grange, IL 60525
Tel:
