Novel Technique for Defogging and Cleaning the Laparoscope Lens uring Minimally Invasive Surgery
ConclusionThe use of a syringe and cheap plastic sheath can allow application of antifog solution to the laparoscope lens without removing it from the body cavity, overcoming the main issues associated with maintaining lens clarity during laparoscopic surgery. (Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery)
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - October 31, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy in a Patient with Situs Inversus
We report one such case outlining how the diagnosis was made and describing the pitfalls encountered during surgery and how they were overcome. (Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery)
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - October 31, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
The Prevalence of Malnutrition in Oncology Patients in a Greek General Hospital. Evaluation Using Anthropometric and Laboratory Measurements
ConclusionsThe problem of malnutrition among Greek oncology patients appears to be significant and there is a need for further efforts in its detection and management. (Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery)
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Initial Experience with a New Technique of Binding Pancreaticogastrostomy: A Prospective Study
ConclusionThe technique of binding PG is simple, safe, easy to perform, and less traumatic to the pancreatic stump, with fewer complications, and it can be performed without significant adverse outcome, irrespective of pancreatic stump texture or pancreatic duct diameter. (Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery)
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Anatomy Lessons by the Amsterdam Guild of Surgeons. Medical Education and Art
AbstractThe Amsterdam Guild of Surgeons organized lessons in anatomy as part of the education of surgical trainees and surgeons. Appreciating that the acquisition of correct anatomical knowledge by regular perceptive education during dissection of the human body was essential for surgeons, in 1555 Philip II, King of Spain and Holland, gave his permission to the Amsterdam Guild of Surgeons to perform anatomical dissections on bodies of deceased humans. The anatomy instructors, called “praelectores anatomiae”, who were always academically educated medical doctors, were appointed by the guild for the teaching of anatomy. ...
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Pilot Trial Evaluating Mid-Regional Pro-Atrial Natriuretic Peptide as a Marker of Sepsis after Abdominal Surgery
ConclusionsMR pro-ANP may contribute to the diagnosis of postoperative sepsis, as its level can differentiate between elevation of other inflammatory markers due to abdominal surgery alone or postoperative sepsis. (Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery)
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Hyperhomocysteinemia and Peripheral Arterial Disease in Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis
ConclusionHyperomocysteinemia is an independent risk factor for atherosclerosis in patients undergoing hemodialysis. Its clinical presentation is disturbance of the microcirculation early after the onset of hemodialysis, even in younger patients. (Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery)
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Current Concepts in Laparoscopic Liver Surgery
AbstractLaparoscopic liver surgery is currently acknowledged to be a safe and effective approach for the treatment of a variety of benign and malignant hepatic lesions. Its wider adoption was delayed by lack of experience, unavailability of suitable laparoscopic equipment, fear of uncontrollable intraoperative adverse events and the perceived oncological inadequacy of the approach. Over the years all these obstacles were overcome, and increasing numbers of studies documented the safety and efficacy of the procedure, with beneficial short-term results and long-term outcome comparable with that of the traditional open approa...
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Modified Lichtenstein Procedure for Repair of Direct or Indirect Inguinal Hernia by Triangulation of the Inguinal Canal
AbstractA modified Lichtenstein hernioplasty procedure was performed, by triangulating the inguinal canal, for indirect or direct inguinal hernia. A series of 276 patients is reported, who underwent a modified Lichtenstein procedure for surgical repair of the indirect or direct inguinal hernia, 32 of which were recurrent hernias. Because of the presence of bilateral hernia in 28 of the cases, the total number of modified Lichtenstein procedures performed was 304. The Lichtenstein hernioplasty procedure was modified by placement of the polypropylene mesh between the Poupart's ligament and the intersection line of the aponeu...
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Adult Ileocolic Intussusception Caused by a Submural Ileal Lipoma
ConclusionIleocecal intussusception in adults due to submural lipoma is a rare condition. Because of its nonspecific clinical findings, CT scan is the imaging modality of choice for confirmation of the diagnosis. Surgical treatment is mandatory, via laparotomy, or in selected cases, laparoscopically. (Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery)
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
The Surgical Personality and its Quality Components
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Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Νεκρολογία: Γιάννης Παπαδημητρίου
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Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Laparoscopic Liver Surgery: A Marriage of Technology and Surgical Technique
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Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - September 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Management of Complicated Hydatid Cyst in Pregnancy. A Multicenter Study
ConclusionsComplicated hydatid cyst in pregnancy is a serious condition which can be life-threatening for the mother and the fetus. The treatment is surgical, and patient management requires close collaboration between the surgeon, the anesthesiologist and the obstetrician-gynecologist. (Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery)
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - July 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Evidence-Based Management of Acute Malignant Colorectal Obstruction: Diverting Colostomy as a Bridge to Elective Surgery is a Valid Alternative
AbstractColorectal cancer presents relatively often as acute bowel obstruction, which requires immediate intervention. Operative morbidity and mortality are increased by deterioration of the patient and the commonly poor condition of the proximal bowel. The optimal curative approach for obstructing colorectal carcinoma continues to be a topic of discussion and is the subject of this literature review. The pros and cons of the various strategies based on data provided by clinical studies are discussed. Primary decompression of the bowel with a colostomy or stent and delayed colectomy has the advantage of providing time for ...
Source: Hellenic Journal of Surgery - July 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
