Obesity poses no barrier to effective antireflux surgery outcomes.
These findings support considering obese patients for antireflux surgery without BMI being the sole factor in candidate selection.
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Incidence and Timing of Reoperation After Hiatal Hernia Repair
Reoperation after hiatal hernia repair is uncommon but closely linked to surgical technique, with significant implications for patient selection.
Robotic Resection in Locally Advanced GEJ Tumors Shows Promise
Robotic multivisceral resection is feasible and beneficial for select patients with locally advanced gastroesophageal junction tumors.
Proximal vs. Total Gastrectomy: Survival Outcomes in Gastric Cancer
Proximal gastrectomy offers survival rates similar to total gastrectomy after neoadjuvant therapy for Siewert Type II/III gastric adenocarcinoma.
Real-world outcomes of duodenal endoscopic techniques
Endoscopic submucosal dissection and full-thickness resection are effective for select duodenal lesions but carry significant risks.
Ultra-early endoscopy cuts anastomotic leak risk post-MIE
Ultra-early postoperative endoscopy within 24 hours significantly reduces anastomotic leaks after minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE).
Risk of Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula Tied to Vein Anatomy
Left gastric vein anatomy impacts the risk of pancreatic fistula after laparoscopic gastrectomy.
Pocket-Creation Method Non-Inferior in Gastric ESD
The pocket-creation method for gastric tumors matches conventional techniques in safety and effectiveness, with fewer subsequent surgeries.
Innovative Technique Reduces Tension in Hiatal Hernia Repair
A modified technique using lateral relaxing incisions may improve outcomes in complex hiatal hernia repairs.
Comparing ERCP Techniques in Billroth II Gastrectomy
Forward-viewing endoscopy with a cap shows similar efficacy to side-viewing duodenoscopy for ERCP in Billroth II patients.