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abstract：BACKGROUND:The interventional management of necrotizing pancreatitis has evolved from early open surgery to delayed endoscopic or percutaneous intervention. However, few studies have directly compared the three treatment modalities. We aim to compare the outcomes of patients who had endoscopic, percutaneous or surgical...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Woo S,Walklin R,Wewelwala C,Berry R,Devonshire D,Croagh D

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As pleurodesis causes systemic inflammation and is associated with considerable cost and morbidity during long-term follow up, the identification of patients who will experience an unsuccessful pleurodesis would be desirable. This study was aimed to investigate whether systemic inflammatory reaction induced ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Bilgin M,Hasdiraz L,Ozkaya M,Oguzkaya F

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma (ATC) accounts for <5% of all thyroid malignancies and is one of the most aggressive malignancies known. Survival is limited to months and death is often caused by uncontrolled neck disease. There is evidence that multimodality treatment, incorporating surgery (Sx), external beam...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Veness MJ,Porter GS,Morgan GJ

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Limited health resources necessitate prioritization for access to elective cholecystectomy in New Zealand. We aimed to develop and validate a patient questionnaire for determining the effect of gallstone disease on quality of life (QOL) and evaluate its potential role in appraising prioritization and outcome...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Chen TY,Landmann MG,Potter JC,van Rij AM

更新日期：2006-07-01 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：INTRODUCTION:Chronic venous insufficiency is a major cause of morbidity in the community. The purpose of the present study was to assess the efficacy and safety of repairing multiple deep venous valves with an External Valvular Stent. METHODS:Forty-two limbs with chronic venous disease were operated on between 1987 an...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Lane RJ,Cuzzilla ML,McMahon CG

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Currently no consensus exists regarding what pre-reversal investigations are required to assess integrity of the rectal anastomosis. The objective of this study was to compare pre-reversal assessments of anastomotic integrity and to evaluate trends that might have influenced timings for reversal. METHODS:Fr...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Taylor D,Besson A,Faragher IG,Chan STF,Yeung JM

更新日期：2020-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent clinical data indicate that fast-track surgery (multimodal rehabilitation) leads to shorter postoperative length of hospital stay, faster recovery of gastrointestinal function as well as reduced morbidity and mortality rates. To date, no study has focused on the effects of fast-track surgery on postop...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Wichmann MW,Eben R,Angele MK,Brandenburg F,Goetz AE,Jauch KW

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neoadjuvant therapy, radical lymphadenectomy and treatment in high-volume centres have been proposed to improve outcomes for resectable oesophageal tumours. The aim of the present study was to review the oesophagectomy experience of a single surgeon with a moderate caseload who uses neoadjuvant therapy selec...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Epari K,Cade R

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pulmonary metastasectomy has become a popular procedure for patients with pulmonary metastases. It can be achieved via the traditional open thoracotomy or the more recently developed video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). However, there has been much debate as to which approach is better in terms of de...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Cheang MY,Herle P,Pradhan N,Antippa P

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bulbourethral syringocele is an uncommon and under-diagnosed condition most commonly seen in the paediatric population, although there is increasing recognition in adults. Due to the difficulty in diagnosis, we report our experience of urethral syringocele in a quaternary paediatric hospital, with differing ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Saadat P,Borzi P,Patel B,Winkle D

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anticoagulation treatment in the community is common. This investigation was undertaken to determine the frequency of patient surgical admission with conditions associated with over-anticoagulation in the community and the surgical resource required to effectively and safely manage these patients acutely. M...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Nimmo M,Armstrong D,Koea JB

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With the introduction of laparoscopic Tenckhoff catheter insertion in the early 1990s, catheter malposition resulting in malfunction remains a frequent complication, often requiring surgical or radiological intervention. In this pioneer study, we describe the technique of suturing the Tenckhoff catheter usin...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Rouse M,Choi J,Bakhit J,Soh B,Chan S

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Metal-on-metal (MoM) hip resurfacings have been associated with the potential development of metallic debris and its associated pathology. Serum cobalt and chromium levels are a reliable surrogate marker of wear rates in MoM bearings. The aim of the study was to examine the trend in serum metal ion levels in...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Tai SM,Millard N,Munir S,Jenabzadeh AR,Walter LR,Walter WL

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although various surgical procedures have been described for pilonidal sinus disease, the best surgical technique is still controversial. The aim of this study was to evaluate the short-term results of modified elliptical rotation flap (MERF) for pilonidal sinus disease in terms of post-operative complicatio...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Dizen H,Yoldas Ö,Yıldız M,Cilekar M,Dilektaşlı E

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute appendicitis is the most common non-obstetric surgical presentation during pregnancy. There were concerns that laparoscopic appendicectomy increases the risk of foetal loss compared to an open approach. Therefore, with recent advances in perioperative care, it is likely the risk has changed. Here, we p...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Chakraborty J,Kong JC,Su WK,Gourlas P,Gillespie C,Slack T,Morris B,Lutton N

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pre duodenal portal vein (PDPV) has not been reported as a cause of duodenal obstruction in adults. We describe a 60 year old man who presented with symptoms of gastric outlet obstruction caused by PDPV, and was diagnosed at laparotomy and treated by gastrojejunostomy. ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： John AK,Gur U,Aluwihare A,Cade D

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intraoperative blood loss and transfusion are known determinants of mortality and morbidity of elective abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair. The present study analysed the pattern of blood loss and transfusion and evaluated the risk factors of blood loss during open repair of infrarenal AAA. METHODS:Bloo...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Ho P,Ting AC,Cheng SW

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This retrospective, population-based cohort study aims to determine if differences in the regional distribution of procedures or variation in regional mortality contributes to the variable pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) mortality between Australian states and territories. METHODS:De-identified procedural data...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Davis SS,Babidge WJ,Kiermeier A,Maddern GJ

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:While recent studies have shown patients with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA) to achieve comparable post-operative outcomes to patients with primary osteoarthritis (OA), it is unclear whether DDH patients display better or worse preoperative function than the ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Boyle MJ,Singleton N,Frampton CM,Muir D

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To formulate clinical pathways for identifying clinically significant prostate cancer (csPC) and avoiding insignificant prostate cancer (isPC) in those without suspicious regions of interest on multi-parametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) of the prostate. METHODS:A retrospective review identified pat...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Doan P,Lahoud J,Kim L,Patel MI

更新日期：2021-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In a rural centre with limited resources and no endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography facilities, a prospective cohort study was established to compare policies of routine and selective intraoperative cholangiography (IOC) in order to develop a local protocol. METHODS:Patients undergoing laparoscop...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Amott D,Webb A,Tulloh B

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study reviews the functional outcome and satisfaction of patients after subtotal or total colectomy (STTC). METHODS:A retrospective review of patients who underwent STTC between June 1999 and September 2003 was performed. A standardized questionnaire was formulated and phone interviews were conducted wi...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： bin Mohd Zam NA,Tan KY,Ng C,Chen CM,Wong SK,Chng HC,Tay KH,Eu KW

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pilonidal sinus (PS) is a benign disease for which different treatment modalities are used, varying from non-surgical treatments to surgical treatments with flap use for big defects. High recurrence is the main problem in complicated cases. We presented complete natal cleft excision with kite incision and fa...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Ozdemir H,Unal Ozdemir Z,Sunamak O

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Appendicitis is the most common surgical emergency affecting children. Rurality has been shown to be a predictor of worse surgical outcomes in patients with acute appendicitis compared to urban residents. There are no previously published studies investigating this in Australasia. METHODS:A 10-year retrospe...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Elliott BM,Witcomb Cahill H,Harmston C

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bowel resections have high morbidity and mortality rates and are becoming increasingly common in Australia. To reduce the burden on patients and the health system, measures for improving patient outcomes after resection must be investigated. One possible method for improving patient outcomes is prehabilitati...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Teo JYK,Turner R,Self M

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recurrent spontaneous haemarthrosis after knee arthroplasty occurs in less than 1% of cases, commonly thought to be the result of impingement of hypertrophic vascular synovium or fat pads, and exacerbated by anti-coagulation or anti-platelet therapy. Traditional treatment comprises an initial period of rest followed b...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Tat-Sing Law M,McClure DN

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Surgical decision-making tools may help surgeons achieve better outcomes by providing more personally relevant information to patients. This paper describes approaches to developing statistical tools capable of estimating the probability of morbidity and mortality after cardiovascular surgery. Our aim is to ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Boult M,Fitzpatrick K,Barnes M,Maddern G,Fitridge R

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:About 50% of the trauma victims die at the scene mostly because of exsanguinating haemorrhage. Most trials of resuscitation fail in face of the ongoing bleeding. Ongoing research/studies to save these victims by inducing rapid hypothermia using cardiopulmonary bypass as an emergency initial measure along with delayed ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Mohiyaddin S,Nanjaiah P,Saad AO,Acharya MN,Khan TA,Davies RH,Ashraf S

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To identify the outcome of laparoscopic revision of gastric band surgery with respect to percentage of excess weight lost (%EWL). METHODS:Analysis of a prospective database was then performed and %EWL was plotted with respect to time from initial procedure and also time from revision procedure. RESULTS:All revisi...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Bardsley S,Hopkins G

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00