How the COVID-19 pandemic has enforced a new way of surgical training
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Source: European Surgery - December 1, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Correction to: Robotic surgery for thoracic surgery
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Source: European Surgery - November 28, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Dysphagia aortica
ConclusionDysphagia aortica is a rare clinical entity with high morbidity and mortality rates and no standardized management. Early recognition of dysphagia and a high suspicion of aortoesophageal fistula may be lifesaving in this patient population. (Source: European Surgery)
Source: European Surgery - November 9, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Ten lessons for positive spacetime
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Source: European Surgery - October 14, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Towards a zero percent anastomotic leak rate using a defined risk reduction strategy
ConclusionsA predefined risk reduction strategy may help improve patient selection and reduce anastomotic leak rates. A prospective comparative study is warranted. (Source: European Surgery)
Source: European Surgery - October 14, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Ten lessons for positive spacetime
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Source: European Surgery - October 14, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Towards a zero percent anastomotic leak rate using a defined risk reduction strategy
ConclusionsA predefined risk reduction strategy may help improve patient selection and reduce anastomotic leak rates. A prospective comparative study is warranted. (Source: European Surgery)
Source: European Surgery - October 14, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Comparing predicted and observed morbidity and mortality between emergency laparotomies conducted during the day and overnight at a district general hospital
ConclusionThere was no statistically significant difference between predicted or observed morbidity and mortality between emergency laparotomies conducted during the day and those conducted overnight. (Source: European Surgery)
Source: European Surgery - October 13, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Trends in the presentation of patients with esophageal diverticula in the era of endoscopy
ConclusionNowadays, the majority of ED are endoscopically diagnosed and these are less likely to be symptomatic than radiographically diagnosed ED. ED patients are older than previously reported and older patients are less likely to undergo esophageal manometry or surgery. Gastroenterologists and surgeons should be aware of these emerging trends. (Source: European Surgery)
Source: European Surgery - October 1, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Requirements for a successful Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) program: a multicenter international survey among ERAS nurses
ConclusionDespite heterogeneity in coordination and management, the ERAS program is evaluated as successful from a nurse’s perspective. Continuous staff education and coordination beyond the implementation period appear to be of the utmost importance for a sustained program. (Source: European Surgery)
Source: European Surgery - October 1, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Surgery shares fruitful possibilities
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Source: European Surgery - October 1, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Functional and sexual outcome of laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy vs transperineal mesh repair in the treatment of rectocele: a retrospective analysis
This study aimed to compare functional outcomes and quality of life, between transperineal mesh repair (TPMR) and laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy (LVMR) in the treatment of rectocele.MethodsConsecutive women with symptomatic rectocele without associated internal rectal prolapse or enterocele who underwent TPMR (n = 15) or LVMR (n = 20) from January 2013 to February 2019 were included. This study was a retrospective review of a prospectively maintained database. Patient demographics and postoperative complications were evaluated. Altomare’s obstructed defecation (OD) and Cleveland Clinic Incontinence Scores ...
Source: European Surgery - October 1, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
