Multimodal Advances Transforming Gastric Cancer Management
Recent updates in multimodal treatment are reshaping gastric cancer care, impacting surgical strategies and patient outcomes.
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General Surgery
Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
Efficacy of HIPEC After Laparoscopic Gastrectomy in Gastric Cancer
Laparoscopic gastrectomy plus hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) improves outcomes for gastric cancer patients with positive peritoneal lavage cytology.
Fluorescence Imaging with ICG Reduces Colorectal Leaks
Fluorescence imaging using indocyanine green significantly improves surgical outcomes in colorectal procedures.
Streamlined Robotic Training Cuts Time, Maintains Mastery
A refined robotic surgical training curriculum enhances skill acquisition while significantly lowering training time.
New predictive models identify risks for liver tumor rupture
Understanding the risk factors for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) rupture can improve surgical outcomes.
One-stage surgery beats two-stage for unresectable liver metastases.
Consider one-stage approaches as a first option for eligible patients, with two-stage surgery reserved for more complex cases.
Laparoscopic Liver Resection in Segment 7 Shows Promise
Laparoscopic liver resection (LLR) for malignancies in segment 7 is a viable option, with potential short-term benefits.
New Tool to Predict Parastomal Hernia Post-Colostomy
A newly developed nomogram predicts the risk of parastomal hernia in patients undergoing permanent colostomy for rectal cancer, crucial for improving patient outcomes.
New CT Model Predicts Chemotherapy Response in Stomach Cancer
A dual-energy CT radiomics model can better predict neoadjuvant chemotherapy response in locally advanced gastric cancer, impacting surgical decision-making.
New Prognostic Tool for Acute Pancreatitis Outcomes
A novel Neutrophil-C-Reactive Protein Index (NCI) can enhance risk stratification for severe acute pancreatitis and in-hospital mortality, crucial in resource-limited settings.