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Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
No Long-Term Outcome Difference in Gallbladder Cancer Resection
Surgeons can expect similar long-term outcomes when choosing between segment 4b/5 and wedge resection for gallbladder adenocarcinoma.
New Biliary Drainage Technique for Altered Anatomy Shows Promise
A novel endoscopic approach improves biliary drainage outcomes for patients with altered anatomy.
Improved Outcomes with Elective Paraesophageal Hernia Repairs
Elective repairs of paraesophageal hernias lead to significantly better outcomes than urgent or emergent procedures.
Cost Insights on Alpha Blockade for Pheochromocytoma Surgery
Selective alpha blockers lower medication expenses but yield similar surgical outcomes for pheochromocytoma.
Imaging Predicts Complications After Pancreatic Surgery
Evaluating liver toxicity from oxaliplatin-based neoadjuvant therapy (NAT) can enhance surgical decision-making for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.
Improved Liver Retraction in Robotic Hepatectomy
A new technique for liver retraction during robotic surgery minimizes trauma and enhances surgical precision.
Impact of Enhanced Recovery on Liver Surgery Outcomes
High compliance with enhanced recovery programs does not significantly improve survival after liver surgery.
Total Neoadjuvant Therapy Hurts Survival in Rectal Cancer
Patients with rectal cancer who undergo total neoadjuvant therapy have significantly worse survival rates after liver surgery.
Predictive Model for Perineural Invasion in Colorectal Cancer
A new predictive score identifies patients at risk for perineural invasion (PNI) in colorectal cancer, impacting surgical management and outcomes.