Fifteen-year groin hernia trends in Australia: the era of minimally invasive surgeons.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to investigate pancreatic injury after 45 min of thoracoabdominal aortic occlusion in a porcine model. METHODS:Twenty-four pigs were used. Six pigs underwent sham operation and 18 intravascular balloon thoracoabdominal aortic occlusions for 45 min. The animals were randomly killed ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Papakostas JC,Toumpoulis IK,Pappa LS,Arnaoutoglou HM,Kirou IE,Malamou-Mitsi VD,Kappas AM,Matsagas MI

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are various methods to design mastectomy flaps but few are standardized. Lateral skin folds or 'dog ears' are a common, unsightly and uncomfortable consequence following a surgery in overweight patients. METHODS:We describe a simple technique for designing mastectomy flaps and a method to eliminate th...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Thomas R,Mouat C,King B

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mastectomy for breast cancer treatment and prophylaxis has improved survival for patients. The advantage of implant reconstruction post mastectomy is that it avoids an additional donor site with its associated morbidity, which post-mastectomy autologous reconstruction necessitates. However, the deficiency of...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Chang LY,Hargreaves W,Segara D,Moisidis E

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Trapidil has various properties including vasodilatation, inhibition of lipid peroxidation and platelet aggregation as well as, and reduction of, the inflammatory response to injury. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of trapidil on dexamethasone-impaired colonic anastomotic healing ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Colak T,Nayci A,Polat G,Polat A,Comelekoglu U,Kanik A,Turkmenoglu O,Aydin S

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Up to 20% of patients are dissatisfied after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). There are many contributing factors. The relationship between preoperative osteoarthritis (OA) severity and outcome post TKA remains unclear. This review explores the relationship between preoperative OA severity with patient reporte...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Youlden DJ,Dannaway J,Enke O

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rectal cancer care has become increasingly complex and requires accurate information. The pathology report is a vital tool for accessing information to gauge a patient's prognosis and to guide treatment decisions. The aim of this study was to assess the quality of histopathological reporting and surgery for ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Keane C,Lin AY,Kramer N,Bissett I

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of N-acetylcysteine on intestinal reperfusion injury. METHODS:Forty Sprague-Dawley rats were divided into four groups (n = 10): sham, sham + N-acetylcysteine, reperfusion, and reperfusion + N-acetylcysteine. Thirty minutes of ischaemia +/- 30 min of...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Hazinedaroglu SM,Dulger F,Kayaoglu HA,Pehlivan M,Serinsoz E,Canbolat O,Erverdi N

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This paper provides an overview of the long-term strategies that have been in place at the University of Western Australia, which aim to build the capacity and preparedness of the health-care workforce in Aboriginal health. In 1996, the Centre for Aboriginal Medical and Dental Health was established within t...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Paul D

更新日期：2013-01-01 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:Data on the effect of laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) on bowel function are controversial. The aim of this study was to determine the incidence of postcholecystectomy diarrhoea (PCD) and to identify patient characteristics that can be used as predictors in daily practice. METHODS:In 100 consecutive patien...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Fisher M,Spilias DC,Tong LK

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nephron-sparing surgery is currently an accepted treatment for renal cell carcinomas in patients with bilateral tumours, solitary kidneys and when overall renal function is impaired or at risk from medical disease. Its role in patients with a normal contralateral kidney remains controversial. METHODS:The au...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Sullivan M,Frydenberg M

更新日期：2001-06-01 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:To examine the common presentations and management of acute epiglottitis in adults. METHOD:Retrospective clinical study of 17 consecutive adult patients who presented to the Royal Melbourne Hospital between January 1988 and December 2000 was undertaken. RESULTS:The mean patient age was 47 years (range 20-8...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Wong EY,Berkowitz RG

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is evidence that antibiotics can be used as primary treatment for appendicitis, however, delayed surgical treatment might still be associated with perforation. Most patients at risk of perforation have high Alvarado scores. We designed a protocol-based approach to suspected appendicitis, in which the A...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Winn RD,Laura S,Douglas C,Davidson P,Gani JS

更新日期：2004-05-01 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

abstract：BACKGROUND:Major trauma activation is a process that mobilizes personnel and resources required to care for severely injured patients. Exsanguinating truncal trauma patients require an additional response beyond major trauma activation aimed at expediting haemorrhage control. To address this requirement, 'Code Crimson'...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Tovmassian D,Hameed AM,Ly J,Pathmanathan N,Devadas M,Gomez D,Hsu JM

更新日期：2020-04-01 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:Improved life-expectancies have seen increased rates of older patients undergoing surgery worldwide. These patients are at increased risk of post-operative complications. Australian evidence is limited regarding the association between age and post-operative outcomes, especially rapid response calls (RRCs) a...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Tang B,Green C,Yeoh AC,Husain F,Subramaniam A

更新日期：2018-05-01 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：:In his position as curator of the Cowlishaw collection of historical medical books in the Library of the College, Kenneth Russell prepared the definitive catalogue of the collection. This catalogue is comprehensive and for almost all entries there is an annotation that demonstrates his meticulous attention to detail a...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Thurston A

更新日期：2003-07-01 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:Paraoesophageal hernia (PEH) is often symptomatic and reduces patients' quality of life (QoL). There is ongoing debate regarding the most effective surgical technique to repair giant PEH. This study aimed to see if an elective laparoscopic non-mesh composite technique of giant PEH repair offered an advantage...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Lee F,Khoma O,Mendu M,Falk G

更新日期：2020-11-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Bleeding related to rectal varices associated with portal hypertension is rare but life-threatening, and requires prompt treatment. We reviewed the literature for patients with this complex presentation and current recommendations, and commented on a case at our institution of a 68-year-old man with Child-Pugh B alcoh...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Lee A,Suhardja TS,Nguyen TC,Chouhan HS

更新日期：2020-05-14 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：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：:Chance meetings in the USA and in France lead to the realization of the potential for cholecystectomy to be performed laparoscopically. Outlined are the steps taken to learn the technique and perform the first such operation in Australia (with unusual circumstances), immediately followed by the introduction of audit a...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Hardy KJ

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gallstone disease is a worldwide problem causing morbidity, mortality and a drain on health-care resources. This prospective study aimed to investigate the spectrum of gallstone types in New Zealand and relate these to known risk factors. METHODS:Gallstone samples were collected from 107 patients undergoing...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Stringer MD,Fraser S,Gordon KC,Sharples K,Windsor JA

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Deficiencies in daily ward rounds are increasingly identified. A ward safety checklist has recently been devised to improve the fast-paced surgical ward round. METHODS:Over 2 weeks the morning post-take surgical ward round was evaluated using the ward safety checklist. In order to avoid the Hawthorne effect...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Blucher KM,Dal Pra SE,Hogan J,Wysocki AP

更新日期：2014-10-01 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：BACKGROUND:Pseudocysts are a common consequence of acute pancreatitis and require intervention if symptomatic. Endoscopic management is emerging as a safe and effective alternative to surgery, although its use is not yet widespread. METHODS:We describe our experience of 10 consecutive unselected patients who underwent...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Due SL,Wilson TG,Chung A,Chen JW

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00