Practical methods to differentiate thymic malignancies by positron-emission tomography and tumor markers
ConclusionsThe SUVmax and CYFRA 21-1 levels are significant indicators for the diagnosis of thymic carcinoma. Combining these indicators resulted in a more accurate diagnosis of thymic malignancies, which could facilitate the decision-making process for determining the optimal treatment strategies. (Source: Surgery Today)
Source: Surgery Today - February 27, 2024 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Impact of treatment guidelines and pivotal clinical trial results on a surgeon ’s decision regarding treatment for gastric cancer: a retrospective cohort study using the National Clinical Database
ConclusionNo significant changes in surgical procedures were observed after publication of the guidelines or results of clinical trials. (Source: Surgery Today)
Source: Surgery Today - February 24, 2024 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Incidence of atrial fibrillation after esophageal cancer surgery with L-carnitine use: a preliminary single-group interventional study
ConclusionsThe POAF rate after esophageal surgery was 7.7% for L-carnitine. L-carnitine may reduce blood FABP4 levels. This preliminary study will contribute to the planning of sample sizes in future randomized trials. (Source: Surgery Today)
Source: Surgery Today - February 23, 2024 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Update on aortopexy and posterior tracheopexy for tracheomalacia in patients with esophageal atresia
AbstractDespite improving the survival after repair of esophageal atresia (EA), the morbidity of EA repair remains high. Specifically, tracheomalacia (TM) is one of the most frequent complications of EA repair. Continuous positive airway pressure is generally applied for the treatment of TM. However, surgical intervention is required against an apparent life-threatening event or inability to perform extubation for a long period. According to our review, most cases of TM showed symptom improvement after aortopexy. The ratio of the trachea ’s lateral and anterior–posterior diameter at the brachiocephalic artery crossing ...
Source: Surgery Today - February 22, 2024 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Safety and efficacy of new staple-line reinforcement in lung resection: a prospective study of 48 patients
ConclusionsThe use of SLR in pulmonary resection was safe and effective. When compared with conventional products, SLR could control intraoperative air leakage from the staple line and shorten time needed for indwelling chest drainage and the length of hospital stay. (Source: Surgery Today)
Source: Surgery Today - February 21, 2024 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Salivary metabolites as potential predictive biomarkers for lung surgery complications: a retrospective cross-sectional study
ConclusionSalivary metabolites are potential noninvasive biomarkers for predicting postoperative complications of lung surgery. (Source: Surgery Today)
Source: Surgery Today - February 15, 2024 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Impact of the novel coronavirus infection on pediatric surgery: an analysis of data from the National Clinical Database
ConclusionsThe COVID-19 pandemic decreased the number of pediatric surgeries, reflecting the limitations of scheduled surgeries and infection control measures. (Source: Surgery Today)
Source: Surgery Today - February 13, 2024 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Factors affecting the short-term outcomes of robotic-assisted thoracoscopic surgery for lung cancer
ConclusionPatients with well-lobulated middle or lower lobe lung cancer who are not heavy smokers are recommended for the introductory period of RATS lobectomy. Improving the procedures for upper lobectomy and dividing incomplete interlobular fissures will promote the further development of RATS. (Source: Surgery Today)
Source: Surgery Today - February 9, 2024 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
