Biomedical subjects

D Abramowitz

Publications and source records attributed to D Abramowitz.

2 recordsLinked to original sources

PubMed1992

[Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy].

Although percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) for feeding purposes has been in use for the past 10-12 years, many practitioners are unaware of this option. We describe 10 patients who underwent PEG with only 1 major, but nonfatal, complication. We stress that PEG is indicated for those who cannot swallow, and is safe, easy to perform, and a relatively cheap procedure. It is therefore a useful substitute for surgical gastrostomy.

Adult↗

PubMed1983

Soft-tissue desmoid tumors: radiographic bone changes.

A retrospective study was done of 132 patients with desmoid fibromatosis (fibrosarcoma grade I desmoid type [FIDT]). Eight patients with tumor in the extremities demonstrated abnormalities in the adjacent bones. Bone erosion and a "frondlike" periosteal reaction were the radiological patterns identified. A local recurrence occurred in 5 of the 8 patients, indicating the locally aggressive behavior of this tumor.

Adolescent↗