Evaluation of fresh frozen plasma usage at a tertiary care hospital in North India.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) is a high-risk procedure. Australian hospitals perform a relatively low volume of PD. This study sought to gain an understanding of hospital volume and short-term outcomes of the procedure in the Australian state of Victoria. METHODS:The Dr Foster Quality Investigator tool was u...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Stevens CL,Watters DAK

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of our study was to identify the demographics and complications in elderly cervical spine injuries and predictive factors for surgery, complications and mortality. We hypothesized younger healthier patients were more likely to undergo surgical intervention. METHODS:A retrospective review of 225 cons...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Bokhari AR,Sivakumar B,Sefton A,Lin JL,Smith MM,Gray R,Hartin N

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To date head and neck reconstructions of oncological defects have concentrated on primarily filling the defect to achieve primary wound healing, secondly restore function and lastly cosmesis. This paper describes a refinement of existing free tissue transfer techniques for improvement of contour, function an...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Sofiadellis F,Grinsell D

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Progressive musculoskeletal pathology is ubiquitous among children with cerebral palsy (CP). Corrective surgery places them at risk of major blood loss and red blood cell (RBC) transfusion. Significant variability exists in uptake of perioperative patient blood management (PBM) strategies. This study aimed t...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Lu MZH,Reid SM,Lundine K,Crighton G

更新日期：2020-09-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous publications have implied that the keystone flap provides mechanical benefits compared to primary closure. This has not been objectively demonstrated. METHODS:Elliptical defects were created in 'fresh-frozen' cadaveric specimens. Two approaches were used to investigate the potential mechanical bene...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Donovan LC,Douglas CD,Van Helden D

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic constipation is a common condition in both adults and children. Children with chronic constipation frequently have symptoms that continue into adulthood. In the second part of the review we describe advances in the identification of abnormalities in the control of motility. The role of neurotransmitters in bot...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： King SK,Sutcliffe JR,Hutson JM,Southwell BR

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Surgical Research Society of Australasia (SRS) was established in 1961. The main intent was to promote surgical research, especially by young surgeons. The 50th Scientific Meeting of the SRS is due to be held in 2002. METHODS:Selected information was extracted from the programme books for the scientific...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Hall JC,Ludbrook J

更新日期：2002-10-01 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：BACKGROUND:The great auricular nerve (GAN) is frequently sacrificed during parotidectomy and causes sensory disturbance of the auricle. Our study is to investigate whether GAN preservation can improve the sensory recovery. METHODS:Patients undergoing superficial or total conservative parotidectomy for benign tumours w...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Suen DT,Chow TL,Lam CY,Wong ES,Lam SH

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic fundoplication is an effective treatment for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD). We aimed to assess quality of life (QoL), long-term residual symptoms, patient satisfaction and use of acid-suppression medication at 5, 10 and 20 years after surgery. METHODS:We identified a cohort of 100 pa...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Campanello M,Westin E,Unosson J,Lindskog S

更新日期：2020-01-01 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：BACKGROUND:To ascertain if post-operative drain fluid lipase is superior to amylase in routinely detecting clinically significant post-operative pancreatic fistulae (POPF). METHOD:Between January 2015 and March 2016 data were collected on all patients undergoing pancreatic surgery at a regional referral centre. Routin...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Griffith D,Hanna T,Wong K,Reece-Smith A,Aroori S,Bowles M,Stell D,Briggs C

更新日期：2018-06-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pathological complete response following neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (CRT) for locally advanced rectal cancer is associated with reduced local recurrence and improved long-term outcome. However, the prognostic value of a partial response, or of tumour regression in patients with metastatic disease, is less...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： McCoy MJ,Hemmings C,Hillery S,Penter C,Bulsara MK,Zeps N,Platell CF

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Trauma teams have been associated with improved survival probability of paediatric trauma patients. The present study seeks to estimate the use of trauma teams in Australian paediatric tertiary referral centres and describe their medical composition, leadership and criteria for activation. METHODS:Australia...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Wong K,Petchell J

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The central venous access port device (CVAPD) provides reliable vascular access and is used for delivery of fluids and for obtaining blood samples. However, it can carry some intra- and post-operative complications such as thrombosis, pneumothorax, catheter fracture and port malposition. This article describ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Fosh B,Canepa M,Eaton M

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Scaphoid fracture is a common carpal fracture, and its treatment often requires fixation devices. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy and safety of a memory alloy nail-feet-fixation (MANFF) device in treating scaphoid fractures. METHODS:Sixty-six patients with closed scaphoid fractures were treated...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Li C,Xu X,Su Y,Zhou T,Fan X,Xu Y

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colorectal cancer is one of the most common malignancies worldwide; whilst approximately 20% of patients have hepatic disease at presentation. Hepatic resection remains the gold standard of care; however, it is associated with significant morbidity. We sought to establish whether the lymphocyte-to-monocyte r...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： McCluney SJ,Giakoustidis AA,Segler A,Bissel J,Miller RL,Valente R,Hutchins RR,Abraham A,Bhattacharya S,Kocher HM

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aimed to explore the effects of early antiplatelet therapy (APT) for portal vein thrombosis (PVT) in patients with cirrhotic portal hypertension after splenectomy with gastro-oesophageal devascularization. METHODS:We retrospectively analysed 139 patients who underwent splenectomy with gastro-oeso...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Zhou JB,Luo BY,Liu CW,Zhu F

更新日期：2018-10-01 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：INTRODUCTION:The purpose of the present paper is to provide geographically representative information on the presentation, treatment and complications of human bites of the hand in Australia. METHODS:A 5-year retrospective study was undertaken of patients treated at Royal Hobart Hospital for human bites of the hand. T...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Tonta K,Kimble FW

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anastomotic leakage following colorectal resection and anastomosis has been proposed as a colorectal surgical indicator. Leak rates after elective surgery vary and tend to be higher as anastomoses become lower. The present study audits leak rates and outcomes of patients undergoing colorectal surgery, under ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Isbister WH

更新日期：2001-09-01 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 assessed the accuracy of three different methods measuring the angle between two fixed Kirschner wires for the potential purpose of determining correction during rotational osteotomy of long bones. METHODS:Thirty-one orthopaedic consultants and registrars were prospectively asked to measure the angle bet...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Graham D,Suzuki A,Reitz C,Saxena A,Kuo J,Tetsworth K

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An orthopaedic management/patient-focused care unit (OMPFCU) involving a dedicated orthopaedic-geriatrics liaison team was established at the Royal Brisbane Hospital in 1994 in an effort to safely accelerate rehabilitation of patients with proximal femoral fractures. METHODS:The surgical outcomes of the pat...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Day GA,Swanson C,Yelland C,Broome J,Dimitri K,Massey L,Richardson H,Marsh A

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition affecting 1% of the population. Open carpal tunnel release is the most commonly performed procedure for this condition. About 70-90% of patients have good to excellent long-term outcomes with open carpal tunnel release. The remainder have poor outcomes. An understanding of ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Turner A,Kimble F,Gulyás K,Ball J

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the seventeenth century, Holland and the allied provinces of the northern Netherlands won final independence from their Spanish overlords and formed a worldwide economic empire. Dutch ships dominated the seas from the Caribbean to Japan and reconnoitred the coasts of Australia and New Zealand. Dutch society was cos...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Simpson D

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients presenting in urinary retention secondary to prostatic obstruction are offered transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) to free them from long-term catheterization. Short-term success is well understood, but there is scarce data about effect of age on outcome, quality of life and catheter-free...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Losco G,Mark S,Jowitt S

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Caecal bascule is a rare condition characterized by the inferior pole of the caecum folding on a horizontal axis antero-superiorly towards the ascending colon, potentially causing obstruction. An unusual variant of volvulus, diagnosis is challenging due to its obscurity. We present the experience of an Austr...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Park JS,Ng KS,Young CJ

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute Appendicitis is the most common surgical presentation within Australia. Despite the increasing use of radiological investigations to aid clinical diagnosis, many appendectomies result in a histologically normal appendix. This study examines the histological negative appendicectomy rate (NAR) in a metro...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Mackay TG,Dissanayake B,Yuide PJ,Burstow MJ,Gundara JS,Chua TC

更新日期：2020-08-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:  The purpose of credentialing is to ensure that clinicians provide safe, high-quality health-care services in accordance with good practice and legal requirements. This review assessed the institutional credentialing processes and governance structures required to support credentialing processes at an insti...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Gurgacz SL,Smith JA,Truskett PG,Babidge WJ,Maddern GJ

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00