Management Strategies for Acute Cholecystitis in Surgical Non-Candidates
Surgeons need to adapt to novel treatments for acute cholecystitis (AC) when surgery isn't an option.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
Neoadjuvant Therapy Outperforms Upfront Surgery for Pancreatic Cancer
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy with gemcitabine and S-1 significantly improves survival for patients with resectable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma compared to upfront surgery.
Transforming Suturing Skills in Medical Education
Teaching aesthetic suturing significantly elevates competency for medical students.
Effective Low-Cost Simulation for Surgical Skills Training
A novel foam model enhances residents’ confidence in abdominal procedures.
Higher-Volume Hospitals Cut Mortality in Colorectal Surgery
Higher hospital volume significantly reduces postoperative mortality in colorectal cancer surgery, which is crucial for patient selection and outcomes.
Novel approach for complex polyp removal in colon.
Combined endoscopic and robotic-assisted transcolonic polypectomy effectively addresses challenging, benign colonic lesions.
Minimally Invasive Surgery Cuts Risks in Colorectal Resection
Minimally invasive surgery significantly reduces adhesive small bowel obstructions after colorectal cancer resections.
Effective biliary stenting improves choledocholithiasis outcomes
Using a self-detachable biliary stent for closure after choledochotomy enhances recovery.
Improved Technique Enhances Bile Duct Cannulation Success
Modified endoscopic ultrasound-guided rendezvous shows promise for challenging biliary access in benign cases.
ERAS Cuts Postoperative Delirium in Surgical Patients
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programs significantly lower the incidence of postoperative delirium.