Radial Margin Distance Redefines Outcomes in Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma
Current study identifies radial margin distance cutoffs that significantly impact survival outcomes in perihilar cholangiocarcinoma.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
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Optimizing Thyroid Cancer Diagnoses with EU-TIRADS
Using the EU-TIRADS ultrasound system improves identification of thyroid nodules needing surgery, minimizing unnecessary biopsies.
Sphincter-Sparing Closure Cuts Bleeding in Endoscopic Papillectomy
A new pre-closure technique for endoscopic papillectomy significantly lowers delayed bleeding risk in duodenal papilla adenoma patients.
Next-Gen Sequencing Transforms Management of BD-IPMN
Next-generation sequencing significantly alters surgical decision-making for branch-duct intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms, providing clarity when traditional guidelines fall short.
Laparoscopic Total Gastrectomy Shows Promising Long-Term Outcomes
Laparoscopic-assisted total gastrectomy for resectable gastric cancer yields favorable long-term survival rates.
EUS-Guided Drainage for Symptomatic Gallstones Works
EUS-Guided Gallbladder Drainage shows strong promise for non-surgical patients with symptomatic cholelithiasis without cholecystitis.
Ligation Level Doesn’t Impact Anastomotic Leakage in Rectal Cancer
Low vs. high ligation of the inferior mesenteric artery during rectal cancer surgery shows no significant difference in anastomotic leakage rates.
YouTube Videos on Esophageal Cancer Vary in Quality
Surgeons should scrutinize YouTube content on esophageal cancer as video reliability is inconsistent, impacting patient education.
Externalized Pancreatic Stenting Reduces Fistula Rates in Robotic Surgery
Using an externalized pancreatic stent during robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy significantly lowers the risk of postoperative pancreatic fistula.
Global Surgeons Need More Support for Future Leaders
Surgeons involved in global surgery face significant barriers that impact engagement and outcomes.