Analyzing 37 studies covering January 2000 to October 2021, researchers explored surgical cancer care in US safety-net hospitals (SNHs). Breast cancer (43%), colorectal (30%), and hepatopancreatobiliary (16%) cases were most represented. Barriers like financial constraints, cultural/language issues, and insurance limitations were common, contributing to advanced disease presentation (24-61% of patients). Limited data on cancer survival […]

Analyzing over 600,000 cases at Veterans Affairs teaching hospitals, this study delves into resident operative autonomy, revealing distinct patient and case differences. In cases where residents operate independently, patients were younger, had lower comorbidities, and underwent less complex procedures. Notably, core general surgery cases dominated, indicating attending judgment in allowing autonomy. However, despite some patients […]

In the healthcare hustle, achieving top-notch surgical care consistently demands teamwork and a culture shift. Researchers spill the tea on creating a Highly Reliable Quality Care Culture. The keys? Teamwork, transparency, and embracing failure. Learn the principles – fear of failure, sensitivity, no oversimplification, resilience, and respect for expertise. A case study and a nod […]

Researchers dive into elective surgery prep for obese individuals, testing a dietitian-led very low calorie diet clinic’s impact. Over 141 participants witnessed improved American Society of Anesthesiologists and Surgical Risk Calculator scores. Results suggest potential benefits, calling for randomized controlled trials to validate this approach. Surgery prep with a side of slim-down might just be […]

In the epic battle of surgery techniques, researchers peek into surgeons’ minds and muscles during live laparoscopic and robotic surgeries. Surprise twist: laparoscopy flexes more muscle power, especially in the right-side troops. Meanwhile, the robotic realm demands more brainpower, with greater cognitive stress observed. It’s a showdown between muscle might and mental prowess, shaping the […]

Exploring the surge in indocyanine green’s (ICG) role in surgeries, this meta-review of 116 studies uncovered varying ICG applications, from bariatric to urologic procedures. Despite benefits in anastomotic leak prevention, especially in colorectal surgery, and limited advantages in sentinel node detection, the study cautions on methodological shortcomings. Most meta-analyses scored low quality per AMSTAR 2, […]