Assessing Umbilical Fat Can Lower Incisional Hernia Risk
Umbilical fat is a critical factor in predicting incisional hernia risk after laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
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Postmarket Analysis of Inguinal Hernia Mesh Safety
This study evaluates real-world outcomes of various inguinal hernia mesh products to identify safety alerts for reoperation rates.
Transforming Radical Gastrectomy with AI and Imaging
Recent advancements in AI and imaging techniques can significantly enhance outcomes in radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer.
Retroperitoneal Outperforms Transabdominal Adrenalectomy
Retroperitoneal laparoscopic adrenalectomy shows significant advantages over transabdominal for adrenal tumors and pheochromocytomas.
Empowering Junior Surgeons in Laparoscopic CBD Exploration
Junior surgeons can safely perform laparoscopic common bile duct exploration with excellent outcomes.
Liver Venous Deprivation Outperforms Portal Vein Embolization for Liver Cancer
Liver venous deprivation (LVD) enhances outcomes versus portal vein embolization (PVE) among liver cancer patients needing preoperative liver augmentation.
Optimal Reconstruction Choice Post-Distal Gastrectomy
Billroth I reconstruction shows clear advantages over Roux-en-Y in laparoscopic distal gastrectomy for early efficiency and outcomes.
Gastrointestinal cancers present sharp disparities in working-age populations across BRICS-plus countries.
In 2021, China reported over 17 million disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) for gastrointestinal cancers, leading among BRICS-plus nations.
Adherence to BCLC Guidelines Boosts Survival in HCC
Real-world adherence to BCLC treatment guidelines in hepatocellular carcinoma significantly impacts patient survival.
Hybrid EMR-Hot Avulsion Reduces Recurrence in Early Gastric Cancer
Hybrid EMR-hot avulsion significantly lowers cancer recurrence rates after endoscopic submucosal dissection for early gastric cancer.