Non-technical Errors Contribute to 68% of Surgical Deaths
Non-technical errors during emergency general surgery significantly impact patient mortality, revealing critical areas for improvement.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
Global Consensus on Robotic Training for GI Surgery
An international consensus has established a structured training curriculum for robotic surgery, addressing critical gaps for GI surgical trainees.
Trauma Center Level Impacts Mortality in Shock Patients
Trauma outcomes differ significantly based on treatment at level I versus level II centers, impacting patient selection for serious injuries.
New Score Improves Safe Discharge in GI Bleeding Patients
Risk scores outperform clinical judgment for safe discharge in lower gastrointestinal bleeding—better patient selection can enhance outcomes.
Organ Preservation in Rectal Cancer: Promising Results
Organ preservation methods, like watch and wait, show high feasibility and safety in rectal cancer treatment.
Declining IVC filter use in trauma patients raises flags
IVC filter placement in trauma patients is declining but shows wide variation among hospitals, affecting patient outcomes.
Understanding Recurrence Patterns in Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma
Post-surgery tumor features impact recurrence patterns in intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, affecting long-term outcomes and follow-up strategies.
High Accuracy in Simplified Triage for Military Trauma
A simplified triage system shows promise for prioritizing trauma care in combat settings, but surgeons must be aware of its overtriage rate.
Local Therapies Improve Survival in Recurrent Pancreatic Cancer
Surgeons should consider local therapies for recurrent pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma as they show significant survival benefits.
Influence of Surgical Volume on Groin Hernia Repair Outcomes
Surgical unit volume has a minor influence on recurrence rates after open groin hernia repairs, which is crucial for optimizing patient outcomes.