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Stigma Affects Parental Leave for Non-Childbearing Surgery Residents

Stigma surrounding parental leave impacts non-childbearing general surgery resident parents’ experiences. Interviews with 20 participants revealed themes of policy, cultural climate, support, and dissatisfaction with leave experiences. Participants underused leave due to perceived lack of access and stigma, potentially leading to negative outcomes. Urgent need for cultural and policy changes to support parents and improve experiences during residency.

Journal Article by Kling SM, Slashinski MJ (…) Kuo LE et 3 al. in BMC Surg

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Post-Bariatric Surgery Statin Discontinuation and ASCVD Risk

Post-bariatric surgery statin discontinuation poses significant risks for ASCVD events, particularly in patients with prior ASCVD and certain demographics like Hispanics. Primary prevention patients have an 82% reduced risk of post-statin cessation ASCVD events compared to secondary prevention patients. Individualized healthcare strategies are needed, especially for those over age 40 with diabetes. Comprehensive cardiovascular evaluations are crucial for making optimal decisions regarding statin cessation.

Journal Article by Alsuhibani AA, Al-Kadi A (…) Hincapie AL et 4 al. in BMC Surg

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Adjuvant Chemotherapy Improves Survival in Rectal Cancer Patients with Pathological Complete Response

Adjuvant chemotherapy significantly improves overall survival in rectal cancer patients who achieve a pathological complete response after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy and surgery. A meta-analysis of 31,558 patients showed favorable outcomes with adjuvant therapy compared to those without it. The findings support the recommendation for clinicians to consider administering adjuvant chemotherapy in this patient population for better prognosis and clinical outcomes.

Systematic Review by de Moraes FCA, Kelly FA, Souza MEC and Burbano RMR in Int J Colorectal Dis

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Preoperative Weight Loss Improves Hiatal Hernia Repair Outcomes

Patients achieving preoperative weight loss goals before laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair experienced lower symptom burden and higher resolution of common symptoms postoperatively. High achievers demonstrated significantly better outcomes one month after surgery compared to low achievers, indicating active patient engagement can positively impact surgical results and health status.

Journal Article by Turcotte JJ, Chang YW and Park AE in Surg Innov

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Dynamic Sutures Offer Superior Knot Security and Stability

Dynamic high-strength sutures and tapes were compared to conventional options in a biomechanical study. Results showed that the novel sutures required fewer securing throws for knot security, with nice-knot configurations having higher ultimate force and lower slippage compared to cow-hitch knots. The study highlights the potential advantages of dynamic sutures in maintaining tissue approximation.

Journal Article by Dhillon M, Pastor T (…) Pastor T et 6 al. in Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg

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Robotic rectal cancer surgery preserves urinary and sexual function better than laparoscopic surgery

Robotic rectal cancer surgery (rrcs) is superior to laparoscopic rectal cancer surgery (lrcs) in maintaining urinary and sexual function postoperatively, as seen in a meta-analysis of 13 studies with 1964 patients. Patients who underwent rrcs had significantly better urinary function and male/female sexual function scores at various time points compared to those who had lrcs. These findings suggest rrcs is more advantageous for preserving the quality of life in rectal cancer patients.

Review by Zhu L, Li X (…) Shen X et 2 al. in J Robot Surg

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Cholecystectomy Textbook Outcome Analysis

Study determines that achieving textbook outcome after cholecystectomy is influenced by factors like age, sex, surgery type, and approach. Results show 72% attainment, with significant associations for favorable outcomes. Easy-to-use quality tool aids in assessing healthcare, including cholecystectomy procedures, offering valuable insights for healthcare quality improvement and comparison among facilities.

Journal Article by Hernández-Bermejo D, García-Vega C (…) Ramia JM et 3 al. in Cir Esp (Engl Ed)

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Endoscopic Resection Techniques

Advancements in endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) have revolutionized the management of lower gastrointestinal malignancies. These techniques enable curative management of lesions with minimal morbidity, challenging traditional surgical approaches. The evolution from snare polypectomy to sophisticated ESD, along with technological innovations like traction-assisted methods, has significantly improved outcomes by achieving R0 resections and reducing recurrence rates. However, challenges in anatomopathological interpretation and the need for rigorous postoperative surveillance highlight areas for further improvement.

Review by Masgnaux LJ, Grimaldi J (…) Pioche M et 2 al. in Visc Med

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Comparable Recurrence Rates After Endoscopic and Surgical Resection in High-Risk T1 Colon Cancer

Study finds no significant difference in recurrence rates between endoscopic and surgical resection for high-risk T1 colon cancer. Lymphovascular invasion emerges as the sole independent risk factor for recurrence, highlighting its clinical relevance in treatment decisions. The findings suggest that both modalities can be equally effective in managing high-risk T1 colon cancer, providing valuable insights for clinicians managing this patient population.

Multicenter Study by Nilsson E, Wetterholm E (…) Rönnow CF et 2 al. in BJS Open

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Tumor Size and Serum Chromogranin A Levels Predict Metastatic Disease on DOTATATE Imaging

Larger tumor size and elevated serum chromogranin A levels are predictive of metastatic disease in patients with gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors undergoing DOTATATE imaging. Patients with primary tumor size ≥2 cm, serum CGA level ≥150 ng/ml, and tumor grade g2 are at higher risk of metastases, indicating the potential use of these factors in identifying patients who would benefit from DOTATATE imaging for complete staging.

Journal Article by Labora A, Shimizu T (…) Donahue TR et 7 al. in Ann Surg Oncol

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