Gallbladder cancer survival improves with liver resection
Surgeons should consider liver resection for patients with incidental gallbladder cancer (gbc) to enhance survival outcomes.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
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Machine learning distinguishes MD-IPMN from chronic pancreatitis
A new model helps surgeons accurately differentiate main-duct intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms from chronic pancreatitis when imaging results are unclear.
Wearable Devices Surge Among Chronic Disease Patients
Surgeons need to know that wearable device use is skyrocketing among adults with chronic diseases, offering new avenues for patient monitoring.
Shared Decision-Making Improves IPMN Management
Managing intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMN) is complex, with surgical outcomes hinging on nuanced patient preferences.
Laparoscopic Resection of HCC with Portal Vein Thrombosis Feasible
Surgeons can achieve successful resection in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma and portal vein tumor thrombus despite resistance to first-line therapy.
Impact of Trauma Centers on Mortality in Injured Elderly
Trauma center care significantly lowers one-year mortality for injured older adults, emphasizing the need for timely transfers.
Improving Surgeon-Anesthesiologist Collaboration for Safer Care
Surgeons need to enhance teamwork with anesthesiologists to improve patient safety and outcomes in the OR.
Geo-Mapping Identifies Trauma Hotspots for Prehospital Blood Use
Mapping trauma data reveals where whole blood transfusions are most needed.
Preoperative Muscle Weakness Tied to Pneumonia After Esophagectomy
Preoperative inspiratory muscle weakness significantly raises the risk of pneumonia following esophagectomy.
High-Markup Hospitals: Higher Risks and Costs in Major Surgery
Surgeons should note that operating in high-markup hospitals significantly raises patient risks and costs for major surgeries.