Pancreatic Cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa: Alarming Trends
Pancreatic cancer in sub-Saharan Africa is largely diagnosed in advanced stages, severely affecting surgical outcomes.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
Interhospital Transfers in Acute Mesenteric Ischemia Raise Risks
Delayed care due to interhospital transfers significantly increases mortality and procedural severity in acute mesenteric ischemia.
AI Enhances Scar Detection in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
An AI framework improves scar tissue visualization during laparoscopic cholecystectomy under bleeding conditions, which is critical for preventing bile duct injuries.
Outpatient Protocol Cuts Hospital Stay for Diverticulitis Patients
Outpatient management of uncomplicated left-sided diverticulitis significantly reduces length of stay without increasing readmissions.
Robotic High-Intensity Theater Improves Gynecological Surgery
Robotic high-intensity theater (HIT) lists enhance efficiency and safety for benign gynecological surgery compared to standard NHS operating lists.
Predicting outcomes in oesophagogastric junction cancer
Unexpected horizontal tumor spread significantly impacts outcomes for patients with oesophagogastric junction (OGJ) cancer, influencing surgical decisions.
Tailored Postoperative Recovery Model for Older Patients
Older patients face varying recovery trajectories after major surgery, affecting their independence long-term.
Opioid Reduction Program Cuts Discharge Prescriptions by 67%
A targeted opioid stewardship initiative significantly reduces opioid prescriptions at discharge for elective surgeries, improving patient safety.
Surgeon Volume Directly Impacts Breast, Colon, and Gallbladder Outcomes
Higher surgeon volume leads to better outcomes in breast-conserving surgery, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and colon cancer surgery.
New biomaterials could reduce anastomotic leaks in colorectal surgery.
Further validation through large-scale trials is needed to confirm their efficacy.