17 Beta-HSD2 in Abdominal Adipose Tissues From Women 17 Beta-HSD2 in Abdominal Adipose Tissues From Women
Learn more about the role of these enzymes in the function of abdominal adipose tissues in women.Clinical Endocrinology (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 23, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Journal Article Source Type: news

A History of Liver Transplantation and Transplant Anesthesia A History of Liver Transplantation and Transplant Anesthesia
This narrative review describes the major milestones in the development of organ transplantation, with a specific focus on hepatic transplantation and anesthesia management in liver transplantation.BMC Anesthesiology (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 23, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Anesthesiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Preoperative Immunochemotherapy for Locally Advanced NSCLC Preoperative Immunochemotherapy for Locally Advanced NSCLC
A new study evaluates the efficacy of neoadjuvant immunochemotherapy for locally advanced NSCLC in a real-world setting. What is the optimal treatment cycle?Translational Lung Cancer Research (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 21, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Hematology-Oncology Journal Article Source Type: news

Lose the Sodium Bicarb? Fewer Pills Needed for Kidney Transplant Lose the Sodium Bicarb? Fewer Pills Needed for Kidney Transplant
Sodium bicarbonate to correct metabolic acidosis in kidney transplant is unnecessary and elimination could reduce pill count. The new finding ' fills an important information gap, ' say editorialists.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 16, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Nephrology News Source Type: news

Vitamin C Deficiency in Patients With Acute Upper GI Bleeding Vitamin C Deficiency in Patients With Acute Upper GI Bleeding
This study investigated the association of vitamin C deficiency with acute upper GI bleeding. Might vitamin C supplementation improve outcomes?Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 14, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Gastroenterology Journal Article Source Type: news

Cardiac Troponin Release Following CABG Cardiac Troponin Release Following CABG
This study aimed to elucidate possible mechanisms of cardiac troponin release in patients undergoing CABG. What might be the clinical applicability of cTn in the perioperative setting following CABG?European Heart Journal (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 14, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Ischemic Soft Tissue Wounds Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Ischemic Soft Tissue Wounds
This article explores the role of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the field of cosmetic and plastic reconstructive surgery -- particularly in the treatment of ischemic soft tissue wounds.ePlasty (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 14, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine Journal Article Source Type: news

Perioperative Management of Patients on Glucocorticoids Perioperative Management of Patients on Glucocorticoids
Managing patients on glucocorticoid therapy undergoing a surgical procedure requires special considerations. Find out what there is to know.Journal of the Endocrine Society (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 14, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Journal Article Source Type: news

Wound Repair With Tissue From Rolled Edge of Pressure Injury Wound Repair With Tissue From Rolled Edge of Pressure Injury
Is it feasible to utilize skin harvested from the rolled edge of pressure injuries for wound repair? A new study explores the viability of this technique.Wounds (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 14, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: General Surgery Journal Article Source Type: news

The Five-Year Survival Rate for Pancreatic Cancer Is Increasing The Five-Year Survival Rate for Pancreatic Cancer Is Increasing
Lynn Matrisian, PhD, MBA, Chief Science Officer of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), shares her insights on the steady increase in the five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer as well as her hope for the future.WebMD (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 13, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Hematology-Oncology Expert Interview Source Type: news

Colon Cancer Recurrences: Detection by Family Docs vs Surgeons Colon Cancer Recurrences: Detection by Family Docs vs Surgeons
Follow-up that was provided in a general practice led to similar rates of detection of recurrences, and there was no difference in mortality compared to care provided by a surgeon.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 7, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news

Death Toll From Mysterious Meningitis Outbreak in Mexico at 35 Death Toll From Mysterious Meningitis Outbreak in Mexico at 35
State officials in northern Mexico on Monday reported another death caused by a mysterious meningitis outbreak, bringing the total number of victims linked to the disease to 35.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 7, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Infectious Diseases News Source Type: news

' Ozempic Face': Accepting Wrinkles for Improved Health'Ozempic Face': Accepting Wrinkles for Improved Health
Some who are taking Ozempic are complaining about their faces thinning as an effect of this weight loss drug. Dr Anne Peters thinks the benefit of this new medication outweighs the risk.Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 3, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Commentary Source Type: news

Preoperative Preparation for Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty Surgery Preoperative Preparation for Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty Surgery
As the number of surgeries increases, so does the need for a standardized approach to preoperative evaluation and patient preparation.MDedge (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - February 3, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Ob/Gyn & Women ' s Health Commentary Source Type: news

Obesity Treatment in Orthopedic Surgery Obesity Treatment in Orthopedic Surgery
Overweight and obesity can lead to an increased risk for complications after orthopedic procedures. What can surgeons do to help patients address this issue?Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - January 27, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Orthopaedics Journal Article Source Type: news