Pancreatic resection in patients with synchronous extra-pancreatic malignancy: outcomes and complications.

abstract：BACKGROUND:To extract from the biomedical published reports, the effects of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) on inflammatory disease, in particular acute pancreatitis. METHODS:This review will explain these effects and evaluate potential mechanisms of action of HBO in acute pancreatitis. A Medline/PubMed search (January 1966 t...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Cuthbertson CM,Christophi C

更新日期：2006-07-01 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

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although patterns of return of bowel function (ROBF) following colorectal surgery with enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) programmes have been well delineated, regular morphine use is uncommon. This study describes the patterns of post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV) and ROBF in this context. METHO...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Barclay KL,Zhu YY,Tacey MA

更新日期：2015-11-01 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:We describe a technique of U-shaped bulboprostatic anastomosis for urethral injury after pelvic trauma. METHODS:Sixty-eight male patients were included in our study. Suprapubic cystostomy was carried out initially, followed by U-shaped prostatobulbar anastomosis after 6-12 weeks. Follow ups were carried out...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Mathur RK,Aggarwal H,Odiya S,Lubana PS

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To prevent postoperative hypoparathyroidism following total thyroidectomy, the parathyroid glands are preserved in situ and/or resected or devascularized parathyroid glands are autotransplanted. A retrospective investigation was conducted utilizing biochemical and specific endocrine assessments to evaluate t...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Kihara M,Miyauchi A,Kontani K,Yamauchi A,Yokomise H

更新日期：2005-07-01 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：:With the widespread use of abdominal imaging, the detection and therefore incidence of adrenal tumours is increasing. The laparoscopic approach to primary surgical resection of adrenal tumours has now become the standard of care. There is scarce published literature regarding the management and outcomes of recurrent a...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Tan CT,Meyer-Rochow GY,Sywak MS,Delbridge LW,Sidhu SB

更新日期：2009-05-01 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:Acute diverticulitis of the caecum and ascending colon is uncommon. Controversies abound as regards the optimal surgical treatment, ranging from appendectomy, diverticulectomy to right hemicolectomy. The aim of the present paper was to review treatment strategy followed by a critical appraisal. METHODS:The ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Chiu PW,Lam CY,Chow TL,Kwok SP

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gluteal compartment syndrome is uncommon and is often diagnosed late, resulting in muscle necrosis and sciatic nerve palsy. The mainstay of treatment is prompt diagnosis and early surgery. A high index of suspicion is essential, especially in the setting of major bleeding and excessive pain. Embolization and hyperbari...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Hayden G,Leung M,Leong J

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Incidence of the gastro-oesophageal junction adenocarcinoma is increasing. Siewert's classification subdivides junctional adenocarcinomas anatomically. Cytokeratin (CK) 7 and 20 immunophenotypes differentiate Barrett's intestinal metaplasia (IM) from gastric IM. Comparing CK immunostaining with Siewert's cla...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Shearer CJ,Going JJ,Neilson LJ,Stuart RC

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite conflicting data regarding oncological outcomes, studies demonstrate that complete mesocolic excision (CME) and central vascular ligation (CVL) for right-sided colon cancer removes significantly more tissue and yields higher lymph node counts when compared to conventional resection. This study aims t...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Larach JT,Rajkomar AKS,Narasimhan V,Kong J,Smart PJ,Heriot AG,Warrier SK

更新日期：2020-08-11 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：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：BACKGROUND:Cardiac arrhythmia after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery is a common complication of cardiac surgery. The effect of serum magnesium, hypomagnesaemia treatment and prophylactic administration of magnesium in the development and prevention of arrhythmias is controversial and there are many diffe...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Mohammadzadeh A,Towfighi F,Jafari N

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colorectal cancers represent a heterogenous group of tumours. While left segmental colectomy is an accepted and oncologically safe practice for left-sided colonic cancer (CC), some authors suggest that limited segmental resection of right-sided cancer should be debated in order to preserve length of the rese...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Siebert M,Trilling B,Lamotte A,Taton N,Bellier A,Faucheron JL

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Australia, there has been a shift from the traditional 'on-call' surgical model to the 'acute surgical unit' (ASU) model to improve outcomes in acute general surgery. Using emergency appendicectomy as a standardized procedure, we aimed to identify the different patterns of care between these on-call struc...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Gounder J,Dissanayake B,Burstow MJ,Yuide PJ,Naidu S,Lancashire RP,Chua TC

更新日期：2021-01-18 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：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：:A posterior vaginal wall prolapse, also known as a rectocele, is a common condition and is an outpouching of the posterior vaginal wall and anterior rectal wall into the lumen of the vagina.1-5 Although more common in parous women, rectoceles of over 1 cm in size have been demonstrated in over 40% of nulliparous women...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Goh JT,Tjandra JJ,Carey MP

更新日期：2002-12-01 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:Published data indicate that 20-40% of patients undergo breast conservation treatment (BCT) in Asia, which is below an indicative benchmark of 50%. With an increasing body of evidence suggesting that BCT might be associated with improved survival outcomes, it is exigent to increase BCT utilization. This stud...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Tan MPC,Sitoh YY

更新日期：2019-05-01 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：BACKGROUND:Although several growth factors are known to be essential for liver regeneration, the role of gastrin remains controversial. METHODS:Liver regeneration was examined in wild-type (WT) and gastrin-deficient (gastrin KO) mice at days 2 and 10 after partial (40%) hepatectomy by measurement of liver weight. Hepa...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Dizdarevic A,Harun N,Malcontenti-Wilson C,Shulkes A,Christophi C,Baldwin GS

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colonoscopy is considered the gold standard for investigation of large bowel pathology. Numerous factors influence the efficacy of bowel preparation for colonoscopy. Inadequate bowel preparation can lead to missed pathology. Timing of fasting and bowel preparation, timing of procedure and possibly patient bo...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Athreya PJ,Owen GN,Wong SW,Douglas PR,Newstead GL

更新日期：2011-04-01 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：BACKGROUNDS:Bowel cancer is the second most common non-cutaneous cancer diagnosed in Australia among both genders. Colonoscopy withdrawal time of at least 6 min has been accepted as the standard to achieve the target polyp detection rate (PDR) and adenoma detection rate (ADR). A retrospective review was conducted in Bu...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Wong WJ,Arafat Y,Wang S,Hawes S,Hung K

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The role of minimally invasive approach for pancreaticoduodenectomy has not yet been well defined in Australia. We present our early experience with laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy (LPD) from Brisbane, Australia. METHODS:Retrospective review in a prospectively collected database of patients undergoing ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Patel B,Leung U,Lee J,Bryant R,O'Rourke N,Cavallucci D

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Earlier studies have shown that abnormal levels of haemoglobin and platelets may be associated with worse post-operative outcomes. We aim to compare the rates of venous thromboembolism (VTE), anastomotic leak and other complications in patients post-colorectal resection with normal and abnormal levels of hae...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Yeap E,Teoh WMK,Nguyen TC,Suhardja TS

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00