Study finds no link between hernia mesh and autoimmune disease
Mesh implantation during hernia repairs does not increase the risk of developing autoimmune diseases compared to surgeries without mesh.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
Laparoscopic Approach Safe for Large Hepatocellular Tumors
Laparoscopic anterior-approach right posterior sectionectomy is a safe option for hepatocellular carcinoma tumors over 10 cm.
Fluorescence-Guided Remnant-Sparing Distal Pancreatectomy Shows Promise
Surgeons can safely perform a remnant-sparing distal pancreatectomy using fluorescence guidance for select patients with metachronous pancreatic cancer after Whipple procedure.
Survival Tied to Timely, Guideline-Concordant Care in Cancer
Optimal treatment timing significantly impacts survival in localized colon, lung, and pancreatic cancers.
Defining Ideal Outcomes for Distal Pancreatectomy
Surgeons now have a validated definition of a textbook outcome for distal pancreatectomy, which influences patient selection and post-operative management.
Higher Morbidity in Robotic Pancreatoduodenectomy Conversion
Robotic pancreatoduodenectomy has greater postoperative complication risks than laparoscopic, especially after conversion.
Analgesia Revolution: Rectus Sheath vs. Epidural for Open Surgery
Rectus sheath catheters offer a safe pain management alternative to thoracic epidural analgesia, reducing complications and costs for open surgery patients.
Missing Data Biases Outcomes in Cancer Treatment Studies
Non-cancer center patients have worse survival outcomes and more missing data.
Standardized Endoscopy Could Improve Gastric Cancer Outcomes
Diagnostic endoscopy for gastric cancer is underused, leading to late-stage diagnoses and worse survival rates.
Endoscopic dissection proves effective for early esophageal cancer
Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) can be a viable option for patients with esophageal squamous high-grade dysplasia and early squamous cell carcinoma, challenging the conventional referral for surgical intervention.