A Surprising Cause of Chest Pain

Intrathoracic migration of a breast implant
A 73-year-old woman with a history of thoracotomy presents with sudden chest pain. Explore a rare complication found on her chest CT scan.
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Hidden Danger: A Toddler’s Abdominal Pain

Emergency exploratory laparotomy
An 18-month-old presents with abdominal distention, vomiting, and diarrhea. An X-ray reveals radiopaque objects and dilated bowel. What's the next step?
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When Abdominal Pain Hides a Surgical Emergency

Emergent surgical repair
A 77-year-old woman presents with abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. CT reveals a femoral hernia. Explore the diagnosis and management of this emergency.
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