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Best Papers in General Surgery
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A nationwide analysis involving 1,311 patients revealed that routine imaging after resection of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma significantly enhances overall survival. Patients undergoing routine imaging had a median overall survival of 43 months, compared to just 22 months for those monitored symptomatically. Additionally, routine imaging was…
Long-acting resorbable meshes exhibited the best long-term performance in ventral hernia repairs, with a median time-to-recurrence of 166.4 months, significantly longer than synthetic (132.1 months) and biologic meshes (80 months). Recurrence rates within five years were highest for biologic meshes (41%), dropping to 22% for…
A novel grading management model for laparoscopic cholecystectomy significantly lowers the conversion to open surgery and complications. The study, conducted with two Shanghai hospitals, identified key risk factors and developed a reliable scoring system with a notable area under the curve of 0.893. Scores above…
In a randomized trial involving 120 elderly patients, laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair showed significant benefits over traditional open surgery. Recovery times were notably shorter, with patients returning to normal activities within 7.5 days compared to 10.6 days for the open group (p
A systematic review and meta-analysis involving 11,855 trauma patients revealed that prioritizing circulation over airway management significantly lowers mortality rates in cases of exsanguinating injuries. The analysis demonstrated a pooled odds ratio of 3.65 for increased mortality associated with the traditional airway-breathing-circulation (ABC) approach, especially…
In a phase 3 trial involving 948 participants with resectable gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma, adding durvalumab to standard chemotherapy (flot) significantly enhanced two-year event-free survival (67.4% vs. 58.5%, p
A narrative review identifies key clinical contexts where shared decision-making (SDM) can enhance treatment outcomes for rectal cancer patients. It emphasizes organ preservation, sphincter preservation, and tailored stoma policies, highlighting the importance of balancing oncological safety with quality of life. Strategies like "watch-and-wait" and tailored…
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing surgical education by enhancing training through advanced digital tools. A review of thirteen studies highlights AI's role in creating immersive environments via virtual and augmented reality, significantly improving residents' technical skills and hand-eye coordination. Personalized feedback systems also support effective learning…
A novel case-mix-adjusted mean number of polyps (amnp) was developed as a key performance indicator (KPI) for colonoscopy quality. An analysis of 92,892 procedures revealed that amnp correlates strongly with polyp detection rates (PDR) and proximal polypectomy rates (PPR). Units with lower post-colonoscopy colorectal cancer…
Endoscopic approaches have advanced significantly in managing gastrointestinal perforations, leaks, and fistulae, offering a safer alternative to traditional surgery. Recent innovations like closure devices, internal drainage, and vacuum therapy have expanded treatment options, emphasizing a customized, multidisciplinary approach. Clinicians noted that these techniques lower the…
