ESD outperforms TEM for early rectal tumors in cost-effectiveness.
Choosing ESD could enhance surgical outcomes while managing costs effectively.
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General Surgery
Best Papers in General Surgery
The five that matter, every day.
New Machine Learning Model Enhances Open Surgery Skill Assessment
Surgeons can now assess open surgical skills more accurately with a novel machine learning model.
Robotic Pancreatoduodenectomy Implementation Shows Promise
A new robotic pancreatoduodenectomy program demonstrates safe implementation with improved outcomes.
Sustainable Choices Slash Costs in Colorectal Surgery
Shifting to reusable instruments in colorectal surgeries can save money and help the environment.
Indocyanine Green Reduces Anastomotic Leaks in Colorectal Surgery
Indocyanine green fluorescence significantly lowers anastomotic leak rates in colorectal surgery, crucial for surgical decision-making.
Radical Surgery Insights for Adenocarcinoma of Esophagogastric Junction
Prioritizing lymphadenectomy and specific surgical approaches improves outcomes in patients with adenocarcinoma of the esophagogastric junction.
Surgeons Gain Ground in Choledocholithiasis Management
Surgeons can now effectively manage choledocholithiasis using a streamlined laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) pathway.
Geriatric Consultation Cuts Risk in Abdominal Wall Surgery
Integrating geriatric medicine into abdominal wall reconstruction significantly improves outcomes for older patients.
Dental Health Has No Impact on Survival After Esophagectomy
Patients' preoperative dental status does not influence 5-year survival after esophageal cancer surgery.
End-of-Life Care: Surgeons’ Role in Improving Patient Experience
Providers recognize significant gaps in end-of-life care for critically ill patients, impacting decision-making and outcomes.