Navigating Neoadjuvant Assessment for Pancreatic Cancer
Assessing neoadjuvant therapy response in pancreatic cancer is crucial for improving surgical outcomes.
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Outcomes of Right and Left 6-Segmentectomies for Liver Tumors
Right (H145678) and Left (H123458) 6-segmentectomies show potential for long-term survival in select patients with malignant liver tumors.
Novel Radiation Approach Elevates Outcomes in Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
Hypofractionated ablative radiation therapy before surgery improves overall survival in locally advanced pancreatic cancer.
Redo Hepatic Vein Reconstruction Effective for Liver Metastases
Late-onset venous stenosis after hepatic vein reconstruction may signal tumor recurrence, impacting how you monitor and treat patients.
New technique safely guides liver surgery in rare anatomy
Surgeons can effectively navigate complex liver anatomy using the Arantius-first approach, particularly with right-sided ligamentum teres (RSLT).
New Staging System Cuts Risks in Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma
This study introduces the ABC scoring system for preoperative staging in perihilar cholangiocarcinoma, aiming to improve patient selection for curative surgery.
Long-term Outcomes of Pancreaticojejunostomy Techniques
A study comparing invagination versus duct-to-mucosa pancreaticojejunostomy shows similar long-term anastomotic patency and pancreatic function.
Effective Techniques for Difficult Biliary Cannulation in ERCP
Advanced techniques yield 100% final success in difficult biliary cannulation, crucial for ensuring effective ERCP outcomes.
Endoscopic techniques for ampullary tumors yield stark differences
Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) outperforms endoscopic papillectomy (EP) for ampullary tumors ≥20 mm in base size.
Endoscopic approach shows high success for pancreatic stones
EUS-guided pancreaticogastrostomy followed by pancreatoscopy is effective for managing pancreatic head duct stones.