Functional Advantages of Proximal Gastrectomy with Jejunal Interposition Over Total Gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y Esophagojejunostomy for Early Gastric Cancer.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The present study is designed to determine the feasibility and impact of the introduction of laparoscopic wedge resection as a surgical option for the treatment of suspected small/medium-sized (<7 cm) gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs). METHODS:The study involved a retrospective review of 53 co...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Goh BK,Chow PK,Chok AY,Chan WH,Chung YF,Ong HS,Wong WK

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Human factors research has suggested benefits of consistent teams yet no surgical team consistency measures have been established for teamwork improvement initiatives. METHODS:Retrospective analysis was conducted of teams performing consecutive elective procedures of unilateral primary total knee and hip re...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Xiao Y,Jones A,Zhang BB,Bennett M,Mears SC,Mabrey JD,Kennerly D

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gastrointestinal (GI) tract perforation during endoscopy is a rare but severe complication. The aim of this study was to determine predictors of morbidity and mortality after iatrogenic endoscopic perforation. MATERIALS AND METHODS:All cases with iatrogenic endoscopic perforation receiving surgery at a tert...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Holmer C,Mallmann CA,Musch MA,Kreis ME,Gröne J

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic hepatectomy (LH) is established as a safe and feasible treatment option for liver tumors. However, whether the adoption of laparoscopic approach for malignant tumors, such as hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), will compromise the long-term result is still unknown. This study was designed to evaluat...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Lee KF,Chong CN,Wong J,Cheung YS,Wong J,Lai P

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to describe the perioperative and long-term results of carotid endarterectomy (CEA) in patients aged 60 or less and compare them to patients of more advanced age in a retrospective single-centre case-control study. METHODS:From January 1996 to December 2014, 5893 consecutive CEAs wer...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Dorigo W,Fargion A,Giacomelli E,Bassoli G,Pulli R,Pratesi G,Piffaretti G,Pratesi C

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article attempts to put into a risk-related perspective modern red blood cell (RBC) transfusion therapy. When making the decision to transfuse, RBCs or blood products, it is important to weigh the risks and benefits of the proposed therapy. It is equally important to evaluate the risk of not transfusing and the m...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Greenburg AG

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper describes a model humanitarian mission to Guyana; it illustrates the value of excellent ongoing care in collaboration with local physicians and surgeons, cooperation with local government and medical officials, and frequent periodic follow-up missions (always to the same hospital, working with the same staf...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Welling DR,Rich NM,Elster E

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 141 patients with chronic pancreatitis and an inflammatory enlargement of the head of the pancreas, a duodenum-preserving resection of the head of the pancreas was performed within a 16-year period. The hospital mortality was 0.7%; the late mortality was 5%. Seventy-seven percent of the patients were completely fre...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Beger HG,Büchler M

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Portal azygos disconnection, using vein ligatures and a circumferential hemostatic suture of the gastric wall at the level of the upper pole, is a simple and a rapid technique that effectively controls bleeding from esophagogastric varices. Its low mortality rate in emergency cases or poor-risk patients can be of grea...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Romero-Torres R

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sixty-one patients who were diagnosed with mucosal gastric cancer have been successfully treated with two laparoscopic techniques at our institute from March 1992 to March 1997. One is laparoscopic wedge resection of the stomach using a lesion-lifting method for lesions of the anterior wall, the lesser curvature, and ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Ohgami M,Otani Y,Kumai K,Kubota T,Kim YI,Kitajima M

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Assessment of preoperative physiological status is crucial for optimizing clinical outcomes in patients undergoing surgery for esophageal carcinoma (EC). We aimed to evaluate the prognostic impact of pulmonary dysfunctions and their relationships with other physiological factors, especially sarcopenia, in EC...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Sugawara K,Mori K,Okumura Y,Yagi K,Aikou S,Uemura Y,Yamashita H,Seto Y

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adhesions due to the reactions caused by the grafts used in primary vascular operations can lead to various problems when a secondary operation is necessary. These problems include bleeding, injuries to neighboring organs, and complications occurring due to a prolonged operation. We investigated the effects ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Kanko M,Ozbudak E,Ozerdem A,Aksoy A,Kilic M,Berki KT

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Better prognostic markers are needed for pancreatic endocrine tumors. Survivin is an apoptosis inhibitor that is suggested to have a negative prognostic impact in several tumor types. Contradictory data exist, especially regarding the significance of a nuclear versus cytoplasmic location of survivin. The pro...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Ekeblad S,Lejonklou MH,Stålberg P,Skogseid B

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tumors producing adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) or corticotropin releasing hormone (CRH) often remain undiagnosed until severe Cushing's syndrome appears, and it may be difficult to distinguish from Cushing's syndrome due to pituitary tumors. Many patients suffer from disease spread, with metastases in t...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Hellman P,Linder F,Hennings J,Hessman O,Eriksson B,Orlefors H,Akerström G

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper summarizes the place of thoracic surgery in the management of hydatid disease. Although based on the author's 31-year personal experience, it draws on the experience of others where that of the author is deficient. The treatment of pulmonary, pleural, liver, and cardiac cysts is discussed. The importance of...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Aarons BJ

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The introduction of laparoscopic techniques for the management of biliary stone disease has expanded the therapeutic choices for surgeons confronted with choledocholithiasis. As new strategies emerge, the treatment of cholelithiasis and choledocholithiasis remains controversial. This paper discusses the options availa...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Rosenthal RJ,Rossi RL,Martin RF

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nonoperative management (NOM) of kidney gunshot injuries as an alternative to surgical exploration is rarely reported. The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility and safety of selective NOM of such injuries. METHODS:A 4-year prospective study was conducted that included all patients admitted to a L...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Navsaria PH,Nicol AJ

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Gastroesophageal reflux disease is common in Western societies, although the prevalence of reflux symptoms in the community is not well described. In this study we determined the prevalence of symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux and other "esophageal" symptoms, and the consumption of medication for reflux ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Watson DI,Lally CJ

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pain syndromes of somatic and neuropathic origin are considered to be the main causes of chronic pain after open inguinal hernia repair. Nerve-identification during open hernia repair is suggested to be associated with less postoperative chronic pain. The aim of this study was to define clinically relevant s...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Wijsmuller AR,Lange JF,Kleinrensink GJ,van Geldere D,Simons MP,Huygen FJ,Jeekel J,Lange JF

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:New medical therapies available to ulcerative colitis (UC) patients have influenced operative mortality for patients requiring colectomy. We sought to examine trends in treatment and outcome for UC patients treated surgically. METHODS:A review of 36,447 UC patients from the Nationwide Inpatient Sample was p...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Ellis MC,Diggs BS,Vetto JT,Herzig DO

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Delayed recovery of gastrointestinal (GI) motility is a common complication following surgery. TZP-101/ulimorelin is a macrocyclic peptidomimetic ghrelin receptor agonist with GI promotility effects that significantly accelerates time to recovery of GI motility compared to placebo following partial colectomy...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Bochicchio G,Charlton P,Pezzullo JC,Kosutic G,Senagore A

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prognosis of patients who undergo resection for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma with curative intention is generally poor unless they have early-stage disease. Based on our 25-year experience, the results of 194 patients after a standardized Kausch-Whipple resection for adenocarcinoma of the pancreatic head were ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Richter A,Niedergethmann M,Sturm JW,Lorenz D,Post S,Trede M

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Concurrent vitamin D(3) deficiency is common in primary hyperparathyroidism (pHPT). We aimed to examine the clinicopathologic features and short-term outcomes of vitamin D(3)-deficient patients after minimally invasive parathyroidectomy (MIP). METHODS:Over 2-year period, 80 consecutive MIP patients had preo...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Lang BH,Lo CY

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surgical management of pancreatic islet cell carcinomas poses a complicated set of questions resulting from their rare occurrence and the difficulty in establishing a diagnosis in early cases or, conversely, the problems inherent in dealing with metastatic disease. However, because their biologic behavior is rathe...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Grant CS

更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Distal splenorenal shunt and coronary caval shunt are commonly used for selective decompression of esophagogastric varices, but they may not solve severe hypersplenism and their application may be hampered by the presence of splenic venous thrombosis or a left gastric vein (LGV) situated deeply behind the pa...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Tian M,Yang Y,Jia D

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Some patients complain of long-lasting voice symptoms after thyroid surgery without objective vocal fold pathology. We assessed the factors that may influence voice symptoms more than 12 months after thyroidectomy. METHODS:We performed a retrospective analysis of 68 patients from July 2010 to May 2012. The ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Kim CS,Park JO,Bae JS,Lee SH,Joo YH,Park YH,Hwang YS,Shim MR,Sun DI

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The imaging characteristics of diagnostic ultrasound (US) are determined by the ultrasonic properties of tissue. The velocity of propagation of US and the attenuation are the 2 most important parameters. These determine the frequency with which the tissues may be imaged, which in turn sets a fundamental limit on the a...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Kossoff G

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have previously demonstrated that in 95.6% of malignant thyroid tumors the enzyme thyroid peroxidase (TPO) presents antigenic changes detectable by a monoclonal antibody termed MoAb47. The aim of this study was to investigate the interest of TPO immunodetection for the diagnosis of malignancy on fine-needle aspirat...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Henry JF,Denizot A,Porcelli A,Villafane M,Zoro P,Garcia S,De Micco C

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surgical treatment of groin hernias continues to undergo technical modifications. The introduction of minimally invasive surgery had added a possible new dimension, replacing an inguinal approach by laparoscopy. Conceived some 15 years ago, the thesis was subjected to a clinical trial where coincidental abdominal ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Ger R,Mishrick A,Hurwitz J,Romero C,Oddsen R

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We analyzed perioperative platelet counts as a potential clinical marker for survival after transthoracic en bloc resection for esophageal cancer. Recent data described preoperative thrombocytosis in malignancies to be associated with poor prognosis. METHODS:A retrospective analysis from a prospective datab...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Ling FC,Vallböhmer D,Hoelscher AH,Schmidt D,Bollschweiler E,Schneider PM

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00