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General Surgery
Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
New Classification for Surgical Site Outcomes Validated
A novel classification system, DISH (Dehiscence, Infection, Seroma, Hematoma), standardizes the reporting of surgical site outcomes and has achieved very high inter-rater reliability.
Postoperative Pulmonary Complications Common After GI Surgery
Postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) occur in over 33% of patients after laparoscopic gastrointestinal cancer surgery, but modifiable factors can help reduce risk.
Patient-Reported Outcomes Reveal Discharge Challenges After Cancer Surgery
Patients report that readiness for discharge after cancer surgery involves complex, evolving factors, and operational readiness often lags behind physiological and psychosocial recovery.
Improved Trauma Surgery Confidence with Simulation Training
A structured simulation-based curriculum significantly boosts surgical residents' confidence in trauma procedures, addressing gaps in traditional training.
Perioperative DNR Orders in High-Risk Older Patients
New DNR orders in older adults often occur shortly after surgery, revealing a need for improved palliative care discussions in high-risk cases.
Colorectal Cancer Care: CoC Accreditation Reduces Mortality
Accreditation by the Commission on Cancer (CoC) is linked to improved survival outcomes in colorectal cancer patients, highlighting the significance of quality care indicators.
Outcomes after Emergency Surgery in Older GI Cancer Patients
Older adults with gastrointestinal cancer show varied 12-month recovery trajectories post-emergency surgery, with significant implications for patient counseling and planning.
Glycemic Status Matters for Elective Surgery Risk
Patients with diabetes without hyperglycemia have a modestly increased risk of major adverse events during elective surgery, but the risk is significantly higher with hyperglycemia.
Outcomes of Resection for Suspected High-Grade Pancreatic Neoplasia
Resection for suspected high-grade pancreatic intraepithelial neoplasia (hg-panIN) shows a significant rate of benign lesions and small invasive carcinomas, underscoring the need for cautious decision-making.