Baseline comparisons in surgical trials.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clinical decision making is a core competency of surgical practice, involving a continuous and evolving process of data interpretation and evaluation. The aim of this article is twofold. First, to recognize patient deaths where a clinical incident arose following unsatisfactory clinical decision making, dete...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Davis SS,Babidge WJ,McCulloch GAJ,Maddern GJ

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) refers to compression of the neurovascular structures in the region between the scalene muscles and the first rib, or by anatomical abnormalities such as cervical rib, fibrous bands and other variations in the scalene musculature. METHODS:Our experience with 63 consecutive ope...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Samarasam I,Sadhu D,Agarwal S,Nayak S

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to assess the value of fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) as a preoperative evaluation for parotid tumours. METHODS:Prospectively collected data on 77 patients, collected on a parotid database, were retrospectively analysed. Preoperative investigations were carried out and cyto...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Burgess AN,Serpell JW

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Risk factors for bile leakage after hemihepatectomy are unknown. METHODS:A prospectively maintained database review identified patients undergoing hemihepatectomy between 1 January 2009 and 30 September 2014. Patients were divided into B/C and non-B/C bile leakage groups. Risk factors for bile leakage were ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Zheng SM,Li H,Li GC,Yu DS,Ying DJ,Zhang B,Lu CD,Zhou XH

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Sigmoid volvulus typically occurs in older patients who have multiple co-morbidities. Therefore, often, a conservative approach to management is chosen. However, there is little data on long-term outcomes of this approach in Australasia. The aim of this study was to review the recurrence and mortality outc...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Yassaie O,Thompson-Fawcett M,Rossaak J

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We report outcomes on 324 consecutive cases of hand-assisted laparoscopic surgery (HALS) in colorectal patients over 13 years performed by a single surgeon. METHODS:A prospectively maintained database was used to identify all patients undergoing HALS colorectal procedures for benign or malignant indications...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Siddiqui J,Young CJ

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients taking warfarin are often given interim anticoagulation in the perioperative period. Institutional guidelines that use low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) 'bridging' while the international normalized ratio (INR) is sub-therapeutic are often based on the American College of Chest Physicians Anticoag...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Breen DT,Chavalertsakul N,Paul E,Gruen RL,Serpell J

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Four-dimensional computed tomography (4DCT) is a new parathyroid localization technique not previously reported in Australia. It provides both functional and anatomical imaging in a single test, with superior sensitivity compared with sestamibi scintigraphy (SeS). This study examines the utility of 4DCT in...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Brown SJ,Lee JC,Christie J,Maher R,Sidhu SB,Sywak MS,Delbridge LW

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In elective colorectal resections, the patient's preoperative social situation may play a significant role in delaying their discharge from hospital. The aim of this study was to identify which preoperative factors are associated with non-medical reasons for a delay in discharge and prolonged length of stay ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Ngui NK,Hitos K,Ctercteko G

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of the present paper is to introduce a new surgical procedure using the external oblique aponeurosis (EOA) for repair of spontaneous renal allograft rupture. METHODS:Thirty-eight cases with spontaneous renal allograft rupture were encountered in 1000 consecutive kidney transplants between April ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： He B,Rao MM,Han X,Li X,Guan D,Gao J

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We aim to analyse the difference of clinical efficacy between middle pancreatectomy (MP) and distal pancreatectomy (DP). METHODS:A retrospective study was used to analyse 39 cases of MP and 52 cases of DP from the Department of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery of the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Tan Z,Chen P,Dong Z,Zhou B,Guo WD

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Currently in Australasia, concomitant cholecystolithiasis and choledocholithiasis are usually managed with two procedures: laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) and pre or postoperative endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). This approach exposes the patient to the risk of complications from the common bil...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： March B,Burnett D,Gani J

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:While free flaps can be used in many cases to cover soft tissue defects in the distal leg and ankle in a single stage, factors such as diabetes and advanced age can interfere with success of vascular anastomoses. METHODS:Twenty-five patients with deep tissue exposure of the distal leg and ankle underwent re...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Yang C,Li Y,Geng S,Fu C,Sun J,Bi Z

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The present study was undertaken to assess the degree of myocardial injury, using troponin T (TnT), in off-pump coronary artery surgery (OPCAB) and in a comparable patient group undergoing conventional coronary artery graft surgery (CABG). METHODS:Twenty-seven OPCAB and 27 CABG patients were investigated. Bloo...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Bennetts JS,Baker RA,Ross IK,Knight JL

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An audit performed in the use of non-irradiated femoral head bone graft at the Geelong Hospital over a 10-year period. While it is thought the non-irradiated bone graft provides a better structural construct there is theoretical increased risk of infection transmission. METHODS:We performed a retrospective ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Love D,Pritchard M,Burgess T,Van Der Meer G,Page R,Williams S

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adenoid cystic carcinoma of the trachea, although rare, is the second most common primary tumour of the trachea. It is a slow-growing tumour found in younger patients than the more common squamous cell carcinoma and is relatively resistant to treatment, but metastasizes late in the course of disease and even in unrese...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Clough A,Clarke P

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The role of (18) F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography ((18) F-FDG PET/CT) in evaluating pulmonary artery lesions has not yet been established. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the usefulness of (18) F-FDG PET/CT imaging in differentiating malignant from benign pulmona...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Lee EJ,Moon SH,Choi JY,Lee KS,Choi YS,Choe YS,Lee KH,Kim BT

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sleep deprivation and disturbances in circadian rhythms generally lead to poor performance, but is there a link in surgery? This review aimed to determine whether fatigue has an impact on surgeon performance or surgical outcomes. METHODS:Studies were identified by searching EMBASE, CINAHL, PubMed, The Cochr...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Sturm L,Dawson D,Vaughan R,Hewett P,Hill AG,Graham JC,Maddern GJ

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence suggests that there is considerable variation in the types of procedures used to treat cancer. This variation may result in suboptimal or cost-ineffective care. The present study examined the variation in surgical treatment of melanoma before the establishment of a Melanoma Network that could promot...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Barton MB,Gabriel GS,Frommer MS,Holt PE,Thompson JF

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The treatment of advanced malignancies of the tongue with total glossectomy is controversial. METHODS:The present study retrospectively reviews 20 patients that had total glossectomy with or without laryngectomy performed at the Princess Alexandra Hospital (Woolloongabba, QLD, Australia) over the past 10 ye...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Bova R,Cheung I,Coman W

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In 1987, a report from this unit described the changing indications for open adrenalectomy over a 15-year period. The indications for adrenalectomy had switched from it being the principal therapeutic procedure used in advanced breast cancer in the early 1970s, to being predominately performed for Cushing's ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Sidhu S,Bambach C,Pillinger S,Reeve T,Stokes G,Robinson B,Delbridge L

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Lymph node metastases represent a diagnostic and management challenge in patients with disseminated medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC). Our understanding of microRNA (miRNA) profiles of metastatic disease also remains limited and may unveil novel therapeutic strategies for these patients. METHODS:MTC patie...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Gundara JS,Zhao JT,Gill AJ,Clifton-Bligh R,Robinson BG,Delbridge L,Sidhu SB

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acquired tracheo-oesophageal fistula is a devastating condition, usually occurring as a late manifestation of oesophageal or other thoracic malignancies. In these cases palliation by placement of an oesophageal stent is the preferred option, but management of a large non-malignant fistula is more complex. In many pati...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Talbot ML,Hugh TB,Spratt P

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A reversal of Hartmann's procedure can be performed using either a laparoscopic or open approach. However, laparoscopic reversal (LR) of Hartmann's procedure is challenging. This study was designed to compare the results between open and laparoscopic approaches. METHODS:This was a retrospective study of pro...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Kwak HD,Kim J,Kang DW,Baek SJ,Kwak JM,Kim SH

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Australia, robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) has steadily replaced open and laparoscopic surgery in the management of localized prostate cancer. Given the increased cost of this technology, we aimed to compare the perioperative, pathological, oncological and functional outcomes as well as shor...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Papachristos A,Basto M,Te Marvelde L,Moon D

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In addition to conventional breast-conserving surgery (BCS), oncoplastic breast surgery (OBS) is an operation technique that strives simultaneously to increase oncological safety and patient's satisfaction. It is the combination of the best-proven techniques in plastic surgery with surgery for breast cancer....

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Behluli I,Le Renard PE,Rozwag K,Oppelt P,Kaufmann A,Schneider A

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Macrophages, derived from circulating monocytes, are located within virtually all adult tissues. There, these specialized cells adopt tissue-specific functions that are important for normal tissue homeostasis and response to physiological challenges. Increasing evidence suggests that macrophages play a role in the nor...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Gyorki DE,Lindeman GJ

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pain is a personal, subjective experience. In the postoperative period, pain may be influenced by patient, pharmacological and environmental factors. In surgery the aim is to reduce pain in this period by educating patients and using adequate analgesia. The aim of the present study was to assess the effect o...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Lawrentschuk N,Pritchard M,Hewitt P,Campbell C

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anastomotic dehiscence (AD) is the most feared complication following colonic and rectal anastomosis. Multiple attempts have been made to correlate the levels of biomarkers to the risk of AD. This study attempts to compare C-reactive protein (CRP), procalcitonin (PCT) and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR)...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Walker PA,Kunjuraman B,Bartolo DCC

更新日期：2018-01-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:For proven gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, partial fundoplication is considered as effective as Nissen, but with fewer side effects. The aim of this meta-analysis was to compare the effect of laparoscopic partial fundoplication (LPF) with laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication (LNF). METHODS:Extensive medica...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Ma S,Qian B,Shang L,Shi R,Zhang G

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00