Mesenteric embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma in an adolescent: a case report.

Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) is a soft tissue sarcoma that histologically resembles embryonic skeletal muscle. It can occur anywhere in the body, including tissues devoid of skeletal muscles. RMS is a common malignancy in children, and it accounts for ˃50% of all soft tissue sarcomas in children. Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma (ERMS) mostly affects children younger than 10 years of age. The head and neck area, the genitourinary tract and the retroperitoneum are described as the preferred anatomic sites for ERMS development. However, the mesentery location is extremely rare. We report a rare case of an ERMS occurring in the mesentery of a 17-year-old male.

Caustic esophageal stenosis: A case report of endoscopic dilatation with nasogastric tubes.

The management of the esophageal strictures that may result from caustic ingestion has evolved over time, from surgical to endoscopic management. Dilation with nasogastric tubes may be a valuable alternative in places with limited resources.