Magnetic resonance cholangiography: applications in patients with calculus disease of the biliary tract.

abstract：PURPOSE:Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) has been rapidly adopted by surgical oncologists in the management of invasive breast cancer. This study reviews the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) Sentinel Node versus Axillary Clearance (SNAC) trial and reports an interim analysis of the first 150 subjects. Oth...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Ung OA

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a patient with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) associated with primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) and incidental papillary thyroid carcinoma. The patient showed hypercalcemia, high parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels and low urinary calcium excretion. A computed tomography (CT) scan revealed an enlar...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Yabuta T,Miyauchi A,Inoue H,Yoshida H,Hirokawa M,Amino N

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:One of the great challenges in pancreas transplantation is the ischemia reperfusion injury. It is mentioned that free oxygen and/or nitrogen radicals play a prominent role in this phase. To minimize this problem, a modified histidine-tryptophan-ketoglutarate (HTK) solution that contains modified antioxidan...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Esmaeilzadeh M,Fonouni H,Golriz M,Majlesara A,Kuttymuratov G,Bergmann F,Jarahian P,Khazaeipour Z,Faridar A,Rad MT,Longerich T,Gebhard MM,Mehrabi A

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The ipsilateral nipple has been used as a directional guide for needle advance during internal jugular vein (IJV) catheterization. We attempted to validate the utility of the ipsilateral nipple during IJV catheterization. METHODS:One hundred and two patients scheduled for elective surgery were enrolled. In ...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Ahn S,Ryu HG,Koo CH,Choi S,Lee JH,Jang IK

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the last three decades, a series of clinical trials have led to the use of adjuvant pelvic radiotherapy and chemotherapy in high-risk (T3-4 or N1) rectal cancer. There is a need to improve patient selection in order to identify the group most at risk for recurrent disease. The toxicity of adjuvant therapy should ...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Chao MW,Tjandra JJ,Gibbs P,McLaughlin S

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES:Surgical extirpation for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) with background fibrosis remains a challenge. This study evaluated impact of fibrosis score on long term outcomes of patients undergoing surgical resection for HCC. METHODS:Using the Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results (SEER) database...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Kamarajah SK

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite many advances in surgery and technology, colonic anastomosis remains a challenge after colonic resection. The purpose of this study is to compare the safety of using diclofenac sodium and paracetamol for analgesia in colonic anastomosis on rats. METHODS:Wistar-Hannover rats were randomly allocated t...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Gulcicek OB,Solmaz A,Yigitbas H,Ercetin C,Yavuz E,Ozdogan K,Biricik A,Akkalp AK,Uzun H,Kutnu M,Celebi F,Celik A

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Hemiarthroplasty is recommended for treatment of displaced femoral neck fractures in physically compromised elderly patients. The objective of this study was to analyze survival of patients aged >80 years after the implantation of either an Austin-Moore type prosthesis or a bipolar bearing prosthesis. METHO...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Lin CC,Huang SC,Ou YK,Liu YC,Tsai CM,Chan HH,Wang CT

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Retroperitoneal cysts are rare, usually asymptomatic, lesions. We present the case of a 42-year-old woman with an asymptomatic abdominal mass. The mass excised at our district hospital was found in the retroperitoneum. Histologically, the cyst was lined with benign Mullerian-type epithelium. The classification, aetiol...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Yohendran J,Dias MM,Eckstein R,Wilson T

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sarcopenia refers to the progressive and generalised loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength with a risk of adverse outcomes such as physical disability, poor quality of life and mortality. The present review explored the impact, diagnosis, prevention and management of sarcopenia in surgical and trauma patients. Rec...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Wahlen BM,Mekkodathil A,Al-Thani H,El-Menyar A

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:changes may occur in tumor phenotype and receptor status during the progression of breast cancer. Discordance between primary and metastases has implications for further treatment and prognosis. METHODS:185 patients confirmed breast cancer metastasis were retrospectively analyzed during 1999-2019. All the p...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Kao JY,Tsai JH,Wu TY,Wang CK,Kuo YL

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Parathyroid carcinoma is a rare disease of unknown etiology. This study presents a case of parathyroid carcinoma in a patient with tertiary hyperparathyroidism. Despite a successful kidney transplantation, the intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) level of the patient was elevated consistently and could not be controlled ...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Kim BS,Ryu HS,Kang KH,Park SJ

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Eighty to ninety percent of Hirschsprung's disease (HD) patients present in newborns. However, the diagnosis of HD in the neonatal period remains difficult. Our present study aims to propose a diagnostic scoring system and hope this will increase early diagnosis of HD and avoid unnecessary rectal biopsy. MET...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Guo W,Zhang Q,Chen Y,Hou D

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE:Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) remains an important cause of morbidity and mortality after pancreaticoduodenectomy. Pancreaticogastrostomy (PG) as a reconstruction method after pancreaticoduodenectomy is a safe and optional surgical technique in decreasing the risk of POPF. In this study, ...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Yap PY,Hwang JS,Bong JJ

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Necrotizing fasciitis is a potentially life threatening, rapidly spreading polymicrobial infection rarely seen in the head and neck region. We present our experience of managing five patients with necrotizing fasciitis of head and neck at the Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan. One patient had necrotizing...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Ikram M,Saeed O,Ali SS,Salahuddin I

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Vesicovaginal fistula is mostly iatrogenic in origin and causes devastating medical, social, psychogenic and hygienic consequences. The aetiology has changed since the nineteenth century, becoming more associated with hysterectomy rather than other obstetric procedures, which were common in the past. We studi...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Kochakarn W,Pummangura W

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) can be avoided in selected patients with positive sentinel lymph nodes (SLNs). However, regional lymph node recurrence may occur after SLN biopsy (SLNB). This study aimed to identify the risk factors for axillary recurrence to ensure safe axillary surgery. METHODS:Betwe...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Sekine C,Nakano S,Mibu A,Otsuka M,Oinuma T,Takeyama H

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Missed cases of paediatric appendicitis lead to a delay in diagnosis and increased complications during the subsequent surgery. We aim to identify the common clinical features of such cases at the time of first hospital attendance. METHODS:Case records of patients with a missed diagnosis were reviewed retros...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Seah MD,Ng KC

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Splenectomy is a common surgical procedure, but few reports focus on nontraumatic splenectomies. The aim of this study was to determine the predictors of morbidity and mortality of patients submitted to elective nontraumatic splenectomy. METHODS:A descriptive cross-sectional study of 152 consecutive, nonsel...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Gianchandani Moorjani R,Marchena-Gomez J,Casimiro-Perez J,Roque-Castellano C,Ramirez-Felipe J

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the rate of surgical complications during the change from subtotal resection to hemithyroidectomy or thyroidectomy over a period of 17 years. METHODS:All operations for benign goiter at our hospital were analyzed for the periods 1996-2002 (Group 1) and 2003-2012 (Group 2). The groups were compared ...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Kunz-Zurbuchen U,Buhr HJ,Hotz HG,Kreis ME,Lehmann KS

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy (SILC) is an evolving concept in minimally invasive surgery. It utilizes the concept of inline viewing and a single incision that accommodates all of the working instruments. Here, we describe a single surgeon's initial experiences of using this technique in a t...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Siow SL,Khor TW,Chea CH,Nik Azim NA

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare robot-assisted surgery and conventional laparoscopy for gynecologic oncology regarding intra- and post-operative outcomes. METHODS:A retrospective study was performed on consecutive patients with gynecologic oncology from February 2014 to October 2017 at Gansu Provincial Hospital, China. Multivari...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Wang LL,Yan PJ,Yao L,Liu R,Hou F,Chen XH,Han LL,Xu LY,Xu H,Li J,Guo TK,Yang KH,Wang HL

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cytoreductive surgery (CRS) and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is increasingly used to treat peritoneal metastases from appendiceal or colorectal origin. We evaluate our institution's experience and survival outcomes with this procedure, and its efficacy in symptom relief. METHODS:This ...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Chow FC,Yip J,Foo DC,Wei R,Choi HK,Ng KK,Lo OS

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical smoke is the gaseous by-product formed during surgical procedures. Most surgeons, operating theatre staff and administrators are unaware of its potential health risks. Surgical smoke is produced by various surgical instruments including those used in electrocautery, lasers, ultrasonic scalpels, high speed dri...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Fan JK,Chan FS,Chu KM

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To report our experience of intracardiac surgery with an inverted J-shaped partial sternotomy (IJPS) and describe the technical details of this approach. METHODS:From January to December 2002, 31 patients underwent intracardiac operations using the IJPS instead of a standard conventional full-length median s...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Li W,Li Y,Chong WC,Sim EK

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES:To investigate the oncological and functional outcomes after partial nephrectomy for clinical stage T1 (cT1) renal cell carcinoma (RCC), and assess the association between excisional volume loss (EVL) and postoperative renal function. METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed 150 patients with cT1 RCC ...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Lai GS,Hung SC,Chang LW,Wang SS,Li JR,Chen CS,Yang CK,Cheng CL,Ou YC,Ho HC,Chiu KY

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Posttraumatic dorsal hand defects with exposed tendons and/or bones represent a challenge to reconstructive surgeons. Many options are suggested ranging from local, regional, distant up to free flaps. First dorsal metacarpal artery island flap was commonly prescribed for reconstructing the thumb or first web...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Shehata Ibrahim Ahmed M,Salah Ibrahim E,Ibrahim Eltayeb H

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:According to previous studies, low serum total cholesterol (TC) is associated with higher cancer incidence and mortality. However, the prognostic implications of preoperative TC in patients with gastric cancer (GC) remain to be determined. METHODS:A total of 1251 patients with GC, who underwent radical gast...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Shin HJ,Roh CK,Son SY,Hoon H,Han SU

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE:The concept of salvage pulmonary resection after definitive chemoradiotherapy (dCRT) is not yet commonly accepted in lung cancer treatment. We report our experience of eight patients in whom we performed salvage pulmonary resection for residual disease or isolated locoregional recurrence detected a...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Sawada S,Suehisa H,Ueno T,Yamashita M

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This retrospective study aimed to explore the role of Glasgow Aneurysm Score (GAS) and Hardman Index (HI) in predicting outcome after elective endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). METHODS:All 71 patients who underwent elective EVAR in a single centre over 9 years were reviewed. Clinical data were used to cla...

journal_title：Asian journal of surgery

authors： Sajid MS,Tai N,Goli G,Platts A,Baker DM,Hamilton G

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00