Laparoscopic Appendectomy Beats Open Surgery in Africa
Laparoscopic appendectomy reduces complications for acute appendicitis in Sub-Saharan Africa, offering a safer option for surgeons.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
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Predicting Lateral Lymph Node Metastasis in Low Rectal Cancer
MRI criteria can accurately identify patients with low rectal cancer at risk for lateral lymph node metastasis, impacting surgical strategies.
Predicting Lateral Lymph Node Metastasis in Low Rectal Cancer
MRI criteria can accurately identify patients with low rectal cancer at risk for lateral lymph node metastasis, impacting surgical strategies.
Optimal Management of Celiac Artery Stenosis in Surgery
Surgeons must prioritize preoperative identification of celiac artery stenosis in patients undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy to reduce ischemic complications.
Optimal Management of Celiac Artery Stenosis in Surgery
Surgeons must prioritize preoperative identification of celiac artery stenosis in patients undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy to reduce ischemic complications.
Automated Trauma Video Review Enhances Patient Assessment
A computer vision model could revolutionize trauma video review by automating the identification of key phases and procedures, improving trauma care quality.
Biosensors can revolutionize postoperative care for sepsis detection
Implantable biosensors allow real-time monitoring for earlier sepsis detection in surgical patients.
Gastric Distension Index Predicts Stasis After Gastrectomy
A new index predicts gastric stasis post-gastrectomy, crucial for improving surgical outcomes.
Sequential Hepatic Vein Embolization Enhances Liver Regeneration
Combining sequential hepatic vein embolization with portal vein embolization significantly boosts liver volume and function before major hepatectomy.
Effective Antibiotic Strategy Cuts Perineal Wound Infections in APR
A 4-day course of sulbactam/ampicillin effectively lowers perineal wound infections after abdominoperineal resection for rectal cancer.