Retrospective evaluation of prognostic factors in metastatic spine disease: serum albumin and primary tumour type are key.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oncology literature is increasingly recognizing prevalence of second primary cancers including several longitudinal studies showing an increased risk of colorectal cancer following a prostate cancer diagnosis. A retrospective study was conducted to examine the relationship between prior prostate cancer diagn...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Bae S,Asadi M,Jones I,McLaughlin S,Bui A,Steele M,Tie J,Gibbs P

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laying open (deroofing, not excision) and curettage of the sinus is a minimally invasive procedure to treat pilonidal disease. A consensus on its efficacy and outcomes has not been reached. We reviewed and meta-analysed the efficacy of this procedure. METHODS:PubMed, Medline, Scopus, Ovid, Cochrane central ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Garg P,Menon GR,Gupta V

更新日期：2016-01-01 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：:Although the published work in health care increasingly promotes aviation as a high-reliability industry to be emulated, there is little empirical research to justify equating the dynamics of health care's operating environment with that of aviation. This article examines some of the potential key areas of difference ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Hunt GJ,Callaghan KS

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patent Blue V dye (PBVD) can cause severe anaphylaxis. For sentinel node biopsy (SNB) in breast cancer patients, controversy exists as to the utility of PBVD in addition to lymphoscintigraphy. This survey assessed Australian and New Zealand breast surgeons' experience of anaphylaxis with PBVD. METHODS:The s...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Wong A,Spillane A,Breast Surgeons of Australia and New Zealand Incorporated (BreastSurgANZ).

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adrenal masses are a common problem affecting 3-7% of the population. The majority turn out to be benign adrenocortical adenomas, which may be functional or non-functional. Much more rarely, these masses represent a primary adrenal carcinoma. It is becoming increasingly recognized that of the benign functioning adenom...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Sidhu S,Gicquel C,Bambach CP,Campbell P,Magarey C,Robinson BG,Delbridge LW

更新日期：2003-09-01 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:The Nuss procedure is a new minimally invasive repair for pectus excavatum that was first published in 1998. Modifications in technique are constantly evolving to minimize complications, especially bar displacement, which are higher in adolescents and adults. The present study reviews our early experience wi...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Ong CC,Choo K,Morreau P,Auldist A

更新日期：2005-06-01 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:There is conflicting evidence regarding the oncological impact of anastomotic leak following colorectal cancer surgery. This study aims to test the hypothesis that anastomotic leak is independently associated with local recurrence and overall and cancer-specific survival. METHODS:Analysis of prospectively c...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Sammour T,Hayes IP,Jones IT,Steel MC,Faragher I,Gibbs P

更新日期：2018-01-01 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:Interleukin-12 (IL-12) has been shown to enhance the cytotoxic activity of NK cells and CTL. IL-12 also acts as a growth factor for activated NK, T and NKT cells. The soluble HLA class I (sHLA-I) has been reported to bind a killer-cell inhibitory receptor, which is expressed on the NK cell, and its signals i...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Shimura T,Morinaga N,Suzuki H,Araki K,Kobayashi T,Ishizaki M,Kuwano H

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study is a collation of baseline demographic characteristics of those presenting for rotator cuff repair in New Zealand, and exploration of associations with preoperative function and pain. Data were obtained from the New Zealand Rotator Cuff Registry; a multicentre, nationwide prospective cohort of rot...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Maher A,Leigh W,Brick M,Young S,Millar J,Walker C,Caughey M

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chlorhexidine (CHL) has antiseptic and disinfectant properties used to prevent hospital-acquired infections. CHL-induced anaphylaxis is poorly reported in surgical literature despite government warnings and growing recognition. The aim of this review is to increase awareness of CHL-induced anaphylaxis in the...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Sharp G,Green S,Rose M

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Use and techniques of oesophageal replacement for long gap oesophageal atresia are still evolving. Gastric tube graft interposition as an oesophageal substitute was evaluated on an animal model. METHODS:Twenty-three postweaned, 28-day-old-piglets were used as the experimental animals. Isoperistaltic gastric...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Samuel M,Burge DM,Moore IE

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In elective colorectal resections, the patient's preoperative social situation may play a significant role in delaying their discharge from hospital. The aim of this study was to identify which preoperative factors are associated with non-medical reasons for a delay in discharge and prolonged length of stay ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Ngui NK,Hitos K,Ctercteko G

更新日期：2011-09-01 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: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：BACKGROUND:In addition to conventional breast-conserving surgery (BCS), oncoplastic breast surgery (OBS) is an operation technique that strives simultaneously to increase oncological safety and patient's satisfaction. It is the combination of the best-proven techniques in plastic surgery with surgery for breast cancer....

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Behluli I,Le Renard PE,Rozwag K,Oppelt P,Kaufmann A,Schneider A

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abdominal wound dehiscence is a surgical catastrophe that can be attributed to patients or technical factors. The technical properties of the monofilament sutures and knots that are commonly used in abdominal closure are poorly understood. The aim of this study was to compare the tensile strength of monofilament sutur...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Fong ED,Bartlett AS,Malak S,Anderson IA

更新日期：2008-03-01 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: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:The role of splenectomy remains unclear in patients with gastric cancer who undergo total gastrectomy. The aim of this study was to prospectively evaluate the impact of splenectomy on circulating T-lymphocyte subsets and survival in advanced gastric cancer. METHODS:Analysis of lymphocyte subsets was perform...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Cho MY,Kroh MD,Joh YG,Suh SO

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Abdominal actinomycosis (AA) is a rare infection. The aim of this study was to summarize the evidence available on AA. METHODS:A systematic review was conducted. Data sources included Trip Database, BIREME, SciELO, Cochrane Library, WoS, MEDLINE, EMBASE, SCOPUS, IBECS and LILACS. Eligibility criteria includ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Manterola C,Grande L,Riffo-Campos ÁL,Salgado C,Otzen T

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aimed to investigate incidence of surgical site infection (SSI) following the surgery of intra-articular fractures of distal femur. METHODS:Between July 2014 and December 2017, inpatient medical records of consecutive patients who had intra-articular fractures of distal femur treated by open redu...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Xu H,Yu L,Li Y,Gong Z

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Thrombosis of the hepatic artery following orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT) can be a devastating com-plication impacting on recipient outcome. The utility of routine intraoperative flow measurements of the hepatic artery in predicting subsequent hepatic artery thrombosis (HAT) is presented in this st...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Lin M,Crawford M,Fisher J,Hitos K,Verran D

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The gastrocnemius muscle is versatile in flap repair of defects from anterior knee to lower leg. We describe a case of extensor reconstruction using an extended medial gastrocnemius myocutaneous flap. A medial gastrocnemius flap was raised distal to its musculotendinous insertion. At its point of rotation, it was anch...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Warrier SK,Mah E,Morrison WA

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abraham Colles had the good fortune to describe the most common fracture about the wrist but, because its description was published in a provincial journal, it received little attention and was almost never referred to in his lifetime. The same can be said of Claude Pouteau who described the same fracture in another l...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Thurston AJ

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Appendicitis is the most common surgical emergency affecting children. Rurality has been shown to be a predictor of worse surgical outcomes in patients with acute appendicitis compared to urban residents. There are no previously published studies investigating this in Australasia. METHODS:A 10-year retrospe...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Elliott BM,Witcomb Cahill H,Harmston C

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Assessing the role of laparoscopy in the management of intussusception. METHODS:A retrospective review of children aged up to 17 years who had surgery for intussusception at this institution between 1 January 2004 and 31 December 2013. RESULTS:The cohort of 44 individuals (18 females) presented at a median...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Houben CH,Feng XN,Tang SH,Chan EK,Lee KH

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00