New Checklist for Surgical Prehabilitation Reporting
A new reporting checklist improves how surgical prehabilitation studies are conducted and evaluated, enhancing outcomes for patients.
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Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
Radiological Organ Invasion Signals Poor Outcomes in Pancreatic Cancer
Radiological adjacent organ invasion in resectable left-sided pancreatic cancer indicates worse prognosis and may alter treatment strategies.
High Concordance of cfDNA and Tumor Profiling in Appendiceal Cancer
This study shows that circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) can accurately reflect the genetic profile of appendiceal cancer, which is crucial for surgical decision-making.
Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastases Reveal Care Disparities
Surgical intervention for liver metastases in colorectal cancer is underutilized among disadvantaged groups, impacting outcomes.
Minimally Invasive Surgery Reduces Risks in Hepatectomy
Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) lowers surgical risks in both initial and repeat hepatectomies, crucial for improving patient outcomes.
Ex-Vivo Porcine Model: A Game-Changer for Surgical Training
This study validates a low-cost, ex vivo porcine model for surgical education with strong realism and reproducibility.
Tissue Factor Levels Predict Survival in Pancreatic Cancer Surgery
High tissue factor (tf) expression in pancreatic cancer correlates with worse outcomes, offering a vital tool for patient selection.
Vasopressin’s Role in Edema Post-Liver Resection
Surgeons need to know that elevated vasopressin significantly contributes to fluid retention after liver resection, impacting postoperative management.
Circular Staplers Show No Leak Rate Advantage in Colorectal Surgery
Using powered circular staplers in left-sided colorectal anastomoses does not significantly reduce anastomotic leaks compared to manual staplers.
Endoscopic Closure vs. Surgery for Colonic Perforations
Endoscopic closure may be a viable first-line approach for select iatrogenic colonic perforations.