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To investigate the impact of Rosenthal effect-based nursing intervention on self-care ability and hope level in patients undergoing breast surgery.
In this study, we report the use of a complex surgical intervention termed modular one-stage emergent pancreaticoduodenectomy (MOEPD) for the treatment of acute Grade IV or V pancreaticoduodenal injuries in ha...
Thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia (EA) with tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) has been performed with increasing frequency. Although many children have underwent surgery within three days after birth, t...
The original article was published in BMC Surgery 2024 24:361
Tracheostomy is essential for patients requiring prolonged ventilation, but studies on decannulation in Sub-Saharan Africa, including Rwanda, are limited. This study assesses decannulation success rates and id...
Hyperbilirubinemia (HB) is a common occurrence after cardiopulmonary bypass and often results in increased rates of complications.
Cerebral protection strategies in type A aortic dissection (TAAD) surgery are critical yet inconclusive. We propose an integrated cerebral protection protocol. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of...
There are different causes of Incidental Enlarged MesentericLlymph Nodes (IMLN) found during laparotomy, which most of the time influence the postoperative course. These causes are variable across the globe, b...
A cesarean scar defect is a structural abnormality in the myometrium at the site of a prior cesarean incision, primarily influenced by the closure technique. Purse-string uterine suturing (PSUS) may reduce the...
The management of Hirschsprung’s disease has evolved from the conventional route to the minimally invasive route in one stage either from the pure transanal route or with the assistance of laparoscopy. Our stu...
To explore the early efficacy of an artificial intelligence preoperative planning system (AIHIP system) for assisting in hip revision surgery.
The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence and predictive value of preoperative peripheral blood neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) index on the prognos...
Surgeons are taking central roles in caring for patients leaving them prone to the emotional turmoil and grief of patients and families and the moral, psychological and existential distress of members of the i...
The surgical time-out is a critical safety measure used in the operating room (OR). We examined the mediating relationship of the length of the time-out between team perceived usefulness of the time-out, and t...
Kidney autotransplantation is a surgical procedure with multiple indications and advancing technological approaches. Kidney autotransplantation is used to address complex kidney-related diseases including rena...
Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency (PEI) is a condition defined by a reduction in pancreatic exocrine activity that impairs normal digestion. Despite established guidelines recommendations, precise diagnosis of...
To investigate the incidence and potential predictors of immune tolerance among adult living donor liver transplant (LDLT) recipients.
To identify the predictive role of the preoperative prognostic nutritional index (PNI) for long-term survival in patients undergoing pancreatoduodenectomy.
The deltoid ligament (medial collateral ligament) and the syndesmosis (a composite ligamentous structure at the distal tibiofibular junction) are critical for maintaining ankle stability. In cases of high-ener...
vNOTES has been documented as a viable approach for conducting benign gynecologic surgery; however, its application in ectopic pregnancy cases remains relatively scarce. The principal objective of this investi...
This study aims to investigate the relationship between preoperative cervical intervertebral foramen width and area and the persistence of postoperative pain in patients diagnosed with cervical spondylotic rad...
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a highly immunogenic tumor and the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide with an increasing incidence. Therefore, the combination of immunotherapy with other ...
Intramedullary tibial nailing is a standard treatment for tibial shaft fractures. Postoperative knee pain significantly impacts functional recovery; however, studies on this issue are limited. This study evalu...
Previous retrospective studies demonstrated both one-stage and two-stage video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) for bilateral pulmonary nodules were safe and feasible in selected patients. However, prospective...
Post-surgical recovery time is influenced by various factors, including patient demographics, surgical details, pre-existing conditions, post-operative care, and socioeconomic status. Understanding these dynam...
To explore the clinical characteristics of percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) via unilateral transverse process-pedicular (UTPP) approach in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture (OVCF) i...
Difficult laparascopic cholecystectomy has greater risk of biliary, vascular and visceral injuries. A tool to predict the difficulty help to prepare a head and avoid complications.
Metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) is a suitable solution for the treatment of morbid obesity. Investigating an MBS method that has the best outcomes has always been the main concern of physicians. The curr...
Chondroblastoma is classified as a benign bone tumor. However, postoperative local recurrence remains a concern. We analyzed the factors contributing to chondroblastoma local recurrence and the clinical challe...
An anomalous aortic origin of the coronary artery (AAOCA) is a rare congenital heart disease. Some high-risk anatomical structures are at risk of inducing cardiogenic shock or even sudden death. This article s...
Surgical site infections (SSIs) can affect mortality, morbidity, and medical costs. Although it has recently been reported that washing with antiseptic/antibiotic solution can prevent SSI in clean surgery, the...
Few studies have assessed the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic surgery in patients with metachronous colorectal cancer (MCRC). This study aims to evaluate the safety and outcomes of laparoscopic surgery in ...
The management of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) requires a multidisciplinary approach to ensure sustainable treatment results, especially in the advanced stages. Traditionally, deroofing and wide excision repr...
In select patients with type C esophageal atresia, primary anastomosis is not appropriate and a staged approach is required. We aim to summarize our experience in the management of type C EA using a staged app...
The healthcare sector contributes up to 4.6% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The surgical system contributes predominantly. Despite this, many hospitals have been slow to adopt sustainable practices. This ...
Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) is an analytical technique increasingly applied in biological analysis. This study investigates the application of FTIR to identify early biochemical changes, par...
This review explores recent advancements in anesthesia care, focusing on the integration of innovative practices to enhance patient outcomes across the perioperative period.
The effectiveness of a transanal drainage tube (TAT) for the prevention of anastomotic leakage after double stapling technique (DST) anastomosis in colorectal cancer has been reported. Previously, TATs had bee...
In this study, we aimed to investigate whether ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) would reduce the necessity of cholecystectomy in patients diagnosed with asymptomatic gallstones after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy...
Laparoscopic-assisted single-port mediastinoscopic esophagectomy is a safe and effective emerging minimally invasive esophagectomy, but little has been reported about the learning curve for this technology. Th...
To investigate and quantify the influence of body mass index (BMI) on the efficacy and outcomes of percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic surgery (PTES), a novel minimally invasive surgical technique in the tr...
Complete Cytoreduction (CC) in ovarian cancer (OC) has been associated with better outcomes. Outcomes after CC have a multifactorial and interrelated cause that may not be predictable by conventional statistic...
The objective of this study was to develop and validate a clinically applicable nomogram for predicting the risk of delirium following hepatectomy.
The insertion of a tracheostomy is an established technique used to wean patients off ventilatory support, manage secretions in complex conditions, and as a potentially life-saving procedure to bypass upper ai...
Globally, totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy is increasingly being accepted by surgeons for the treatment of gastric cancer. Overlap anastomosis and π-shaped anastomosis are the two most commonly used anas...
Total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) is nowadays the standard to treat benign and malignant disease occurring in the uterus, but the number of robotic-assisted surgeries is increasing worldwide. To facilitate...
To explore the advantages of a lateral tibial locking plate combined with Jail screw fixation in the treatment of anterolateral tibial plateau collapse fracture (ATPCF).
Microvascular decompression (MVD) is the gold-standard surgical treatment for cranial nerve compression disorders, including trigeminal neuralgia (TN), hemifacial spasm (HFS), and glossopharyngeal neuralgia (G...
Rectal prolapse (RP) is a debilitating condition and can cause symptoms of fecal incontinence, obstructed defecation, incomplete evacuation of the rectum, and pain. In recent years, there has been increasing e...
The management of a recurrent (symptomatic) hiatal hernia remains controversial. This study aimed to review the outcomes of patients who underwent recurrent repair of hiatal hernias.
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