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J Gastrointest Surg3 Jun 2024

Left-Sided Colon Cancer Shows Better Survival Than Rectal Cancer Post-Hepatic Metastasectomy

Survival outcomes differed between left-sided colon and middle/low rectal cancer post-colorectal hepatic metastasectomy. Patients with left-sided colon cancer exhibited significantly better overall survival (OS) than those with middle/low rectal cancer, especially in the subgroup analysis of ras mutations. The study suggests that middle/low rectal cancer…

Clin Colorectal Cancer3 Jun 2024

Colorectal Carcinoma In Situ Can Metastasize and Recur

Colorectal carcinoma in situ can metastasize to lymph nodes and recur, challenging previous assumptions. Among 1069 patients, 0.46% experienced regional lymph node metastasis or recurrence, with cases identified during or after primary surgery. Distant metastases were also observed, emphasizing the need for careful assessment at…

Cir Cir2 Jun 2024

Prognostic Value of Lymphocyte-to-C-Reactive Protein Ratio in Fournier’s Gangrene

Younger patients with low lymphocyte-to-C-reactive protein ratio had better survival rates in Fournier's gangrene. Higher hospital costs correlate with increased mortality risk. The Fournier's Gangrene Severity Index, lymphocyte-to-C-reactive protein ratio, and neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio were effective at predicting patient outcomes. A low lymphocyte-to-C-reactive protein ratio was…

Am J Surg1 Jun 2024

Diet and Antibiotics Impact Anastomotic Healing in Mice

Mouse study reveals that a high-fat-low-fiber diet leads to poor survival, weight loss, and reduced microbiome diversity compared to a low-fat-high-fiber diet. Pre-operative antibiotics enhance anastomotic healing by reducing enterococcus faecalis growth and improving collagen levels. Dietary fiber promotes post-operative recovery and microbiome biodiversity, highlighting…

Ann Gastroenterol1 Jun 2024

Disparities in Postoperative Outcomes Among Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Study reveals black patients with inflammatory bowel disease have higher rates of postoperative infections, morbidity, mortality, and longer hospital stays compared to white or Hispanic patients, despite having fewer comorbidities. This highlights significant racial disparities in postoperative outcomes, emphasizing the need to address social determinants…

Surg Endosc31 May 2024

Radiotherapy, Diverting Stoma, Anastomotic Leakage, and Anastomotic Distance are Key Predictors for Anastomotic Stricture after Rectal Cancer Surgery

Developed predictive model using a nomogram to predict anastomotic stricture post anterior resection for rectal cancer. Key predictors include radiotherapy, diverting stoma, anastomotic leakage, and anastomotic distance. The model demonstrated high accuracy with AUC of 0.889 for training set and 0.930 for validation set. Nomogram…

Gulf J Oncolog31 May 2024

Laparoscopic Surgery Improves Outcomes for Colorectal Cancer

Comparing laparoscopic and open surgery for colorectal cancer, researchers found significant advantages with minimally invasive surgery, including shorter hospital stay, lower medical complications, and improved survival. Both approaches showed similar pathological outcomes in terms of lymph nodes and margins. Laparoscopic surgery, when performed by skilled…

Intestine and Lower Gastrointestinal Tract30 May 2024

Advantages of Dilip’s Transmucosal Internal Sphincterotomy for Fissure-in-Ano

Dilip's Transmucosal Internal Sphincterotomy (TMIS) simplifies the lateral internal sphincterotomy (LIS) process, offering a less invasive and more precise method for treating fissure-in-ano. With a median operative time of 7 minutes, low post-operative pain, and minimal risk of complications, TMIS presents significant benefits over traditional…

Tech Coloproctol30 May 2024

The Costly Consequences of Anastomotic Leakage After Colorectal Surgery

Anastomotic leakage following colorectal surgery poses a significant financial burden on hospitals and society, with costs varying widely between countries. Hospital readmissions, intensive care stays, and reinterventions are the main drivers of these incremental expenses. Despite the high economic impact, data on societal burden and…