Comparison between video-assisted retroperitoneal debridement and small incision pancreatic necrosectomy in infected pancreatic necrosis.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although various surgical procedures have been described for pilonidal sinus disease, the best surgical technique is still controversial. The aim of this study was to evaluate the short-term results of modified elliptical rotation flap (MERF) for pilonidal sinus disease in terms of post-operative complicatio...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Dizen H,Yoldas Ö,Yıldız M,Cilekar M,Dilektaşlı E

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To establish a proinflammatory cytokine profile of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) following trauma. BACKGROUND:Trauma is associated with a postinjury syndrome consisting of loss of weight and nitrogen, pyrexia, anorexia and fatigue. It has been proposed that cytokines are pathophysiologically involved in this syndr...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Chuang D,Power SE,Dunbar PR,Hill AG

更新日期：2005-09-01 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:Acute compartment syndrome is a well-described surgical emergency that requires immediate diagnosis and operative intervention. Vascular access-associated compartment syndrome is rarely reported in haemodialysis patients. The purpose of this article is to document evidence that catheter-related puncture, whi...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Lin CT,Dai NT,Chen SG,Chang SC

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The present study was undertaken to assess the degree of myocardial injury, using troponin T (TnT), in off-pump coronary artery surgery (OPCAB) and in a comparable patient group undergoing conventional coronary artery graft surgery (CABG). METHODS:Twenty-seven OPCAB and 27 CABG patients were investigated. Bloo...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Bennetts JS,Baker RA,Ross IK,Knight JL

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:McCune-Albright Syndrome is a rare condition characterized by endocrine abnormalities, precocious puberty, pigmented skin lesions and polyostotic fibrous dysplasia with consequent fractures and limb deformity. Patients with this syndrome might have had multiple operations on a limb and might also have extensive intern...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Garvan JD,Trantalis JN

更新日期：2003-12-01 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:The purpose of this study was to clarify the post-operative prognosis of pancreatic head cancer with pathologic portal vein (PV) or superior mesenteric vein (SMV) invasion. METHODS:From May 1995 to December 2009, preoperative, intra-operative and post-operative data from 276 patients who underwent pancreati...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Jeong J,Choi DW,Choi SH,Heo JS,Jang KT

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study reviewed the demographics, presentation, management, complications and outcomes of acute epiglottitis post Haemophilus influenzae type-b vaccine introduction in Australia. METHODS:Retrospective review of acute epiglottitis at four Victorian tertiary centres from 2011 to 2016 was conducted. Patien...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Baird SM,Marsh PA,Padiglione A,Trubiano J,Lyons B,Hays A,Campbell MC,Phillips D

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reported success rates in endoscopic sinus surgery vary from 74 to 97%. However, the methods of evaluation and the functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) techniques are not standard in these series. In our practice, some patients failed to attend the 3-monthly follow up claiming all was well. With this e...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Fernandes SV

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study is to determine the safety of a one-incision technique for distal biceps repair with modified repair entry point in regards to the distance from the posterior interosseous nerve (PIN). Secondly, we present the clinical results of patients having undergone this procedure. METHODS:Te...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Baba M,Leon JV,Symes M,Dorrestijn O,Young A,Cass B

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although current progress in surgical instruments is oriented towards stapler devices, minimally invasive instrumentation and advanced cautery tools, it definitely seems intriguing to determine what instruments were used in antiquity and to appraise their use. Most adequate information can be retrieved from ...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Papadakis M,de Bree E,Trompoukis C,Manios A

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ambiguity remains about the effectiveness of wearing surgical face masks. The purpose of this study was to assess the impact on surgical site infections (SSIs) when non-scrubbed operating room staff did not wear surgical face masks. METHODS:Eight hundred twenty-seven participants undergoing elective or emer...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Webster J,Croger S,Lister C,Doidge M,Terry MJ,Jones I

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Computed tomography (CT) can facilitate the diagnosis of life-threatening injuries in polytrauma patients. Reported times to imaging vary widely, but it has been suggested that rapid whole body scanning improves mortality rates. The aim of this study was to determine the time to CT for severe polytrauma pati...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Easton R,Sisak K,Balogh ZJ

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) is increasingly being used to treat choledocholithiasis. However, few studies have examined the treatment of recurrent common bile duct stones (CBDS) in patients with a history of prior biliary surgery. The current research aimed to compare the outcomes of la...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Zhu J,Du P,He J,Tong F,Xiao W,Li Y

更新日期：2020-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Metabolic acidosis is frequently observed in perioperative patients, especially those who undergo major surgery. The aim of this study was to evaluate the factors related to post-operative metabolic acidosis and to attempt to identify the clinical effect of metabolic acidosis following major abdominal surger...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Park CM,Chun HK,Jeon K,Suh GY,Choi DW,Kim S

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:While free flaps can be used in many cases to cover soft tissue defects in the distal leg and ankle in a single stage, factors such as diabetes and advanced age can interfere with success of vascular anastomoses. METHODS:Twenty-five patients with deep tissue exposure of the distal leg and ankle underwent re...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Yang C,Li Y,Geng S,Fu C,Sun J,Bi Z

更新日期：2013-12-01 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:The purpose of the present study was to examine the effects of demographic, locational and social disadvantage and the possession of private health insurance in Western Australia on the likelihood of women with breast cancer receiving breast-conserving surgery rather than mastectomy. METHODS:The WA Record L...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Hall SE,Holman CD,Hendrie DV,Spilsbury K

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of tissue engineering bone composed of bone marrow-derived osteoblasts and demineralized bone in repairing mandible defect. METHODS:Bone marrow-derived osteoblasts of 20 rabbits were cultured and seeded into scaffold of allogeneic demineralized bone...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Li Z,Li ZB

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A survey conducted in 1992 found that New Zealand orthopaedic surgeons relied on non-pharmacological methods of deep vein thrombosis prevention in most arthroplasty patients and almost all hip fracture patients. This survey was repeated in 1999 to ascertain whether this pattern of use had changed. METHODS:A...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Walker N,Rodgers A,Gray H

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The clinical outcomes from suspected appendicitis depend on balancing the rate of negative appendicectomy (NA) with perforated appendicitis (PA). An Acute Surgical Model (ASM) was introduced at Geelong Hospital (GH) in 2011 involving a dedicated emergency general surgery theatre list every business day giv...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Brockman SF,Scott S,Guest GD,Stupart DA,Ryan S,Watters DA

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Removal of part or all of the parotid gland may leave a visible contour defect and may also be associated with complications such as Frey's syndrome. These aesthetic and functional issues can be addressed using dermofat graft reconstruction. The aim of this study is to assess patient satisfaction and complic...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Pham M,Eviston TJ,Clark JR

更新日期：2017-12-01 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

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:Arthroscopic knee surgery has been a topic of significant controversy in recent orthopaedic literature. Multiple studies have used administrative (Victorian Admitted Episodes Dataset and Centre for Health Record Linkage) data to identify trends in practice. This study explored the usage and reporting of arth...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Lisik JP,Dowsey MM,Petterwood J,Choong PFM

更新日期：2017-05-01 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:Solid pseudopapillary tumour of the pancreas is a rare pancreatic tumour that occurs predominantly in women, with very few cases reported in men. This is a tumour with low malignancy potential and surgical resection usually results in cure. METHODS:A retrospective review of our experience with solid pseudop...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Ng KH,Tan PH,Thng CH,Ooi LL

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Limited health resources necessitate prioritization for access to elective cholecystectomy in New Zealand. We aimed to develop and validate a patient questionnaire for determining the effect of gallstone disease on quality of life (QOL) and evaluate its potential role in appraising prioritization and outcome...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Chen TY,Landmann MG,Potter JC,van Rij AM

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ethnic and rural disparities in medical treatment and outcomes have been demonstrated across a range of conditions, including colorectal cancer. Timely treatment and investigation of symptoms in patients with suspicion of cancer is likely to improve outcomes and patient experience. Achieving equity in timeli...

journal_title：ANZ journal of surgery

authors： Matthews C,Walker M,McLaughlin S,Milloy M,Harmston C

更新日期：2020-08-31 00:00:00