Early Mobilisation After Abdominal Surgery Improves Recovery
Early mobilisation within 24 hours post-abdominal surgery significantly enhances patient recovery.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
Improving Surgical Safety with Report Cards and Assessments
Using surgical report cards linked to quality improvement efforts can enhance patient outcomes.
Model Reveals Absorption Challenges in Short Bowel Syndrome
A new gut model shows how surgical interventions impact nutrient absorption in short bowel syndrome (SBS), crucial for surgical planning.
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Reduce High Stoma Output by 50%
New research shows glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) significantly lower stoma output, offering a promising option for managing high output stomas.
MRI Enhances Liver Metastasis Detection in Pancreatic Cancer
MRI improves liver metastasis detection in pancreatic cancer, crucial for surgical decision-making.
Understanding Caregiver Challenges in Surgical Patients
Informal caregivers for older adults undergoing major elective surgery face overwhelming demands and need more support.
Innovative Device Enhances Chemotherapy Assessment in Pancreatic Cancer
A promising approach using implantable microdevices allows real-time evaluation of chemotherapy responses in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC).
Robotic vs. Open Pancreatoduodenectomy: Bleeding Risks Unveiled
Robotic pancreatoduodenectomy (rpd) can reduce pancreatic fistula risk but may increase post-pancreatectomy hemorrhage (pph) risk.
Bridging Residency to Vascular Fellowship: Key Competencies Mapped
Early alignment of residency and fellowship milestones can predict surgical trainee success.
New tool predicts long-term recovery outcomes in surgery
A new risk calculator helps surgeons predict protracted recovery and long-term loss of independence in veterans post-surgery.