Assessment of a scoring scheme for the preoperative diagnosis of breast lumps.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Postoperative urinary retention requiring urethral catheterisation increases the risk of joint sepsis following arthroplasty. Spinal anaesthesia with opiate administration is used widely in lower limb arthroplasty. We sought to establish whether the choice of opiate agent had any effect on the incidence of...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Fernandez MA,Karthikeyan S,Wyse M,Foguet P

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The national abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening programme measures internal wall diameter; however, current UK intervention criteria use external wall diameter. Our aim was to determine the clinical significance of the difference between these two measurements. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Fifty patients o...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Thapar A,Cheal D,Hopkins T,Ward S,Shalhoub J,Yusuf SW

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A high incidence of complications related to bleeding was observed after open prosthetic inguinal hernia repair. The site of injection of low-dose heparin into the abdominal wall was thought to be a possible causal factor for these complications. The wound complication rate after repair of primary unilateral inguinal ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Wright DM,O'Dwyer PJ,Paterson CR

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bleeding from the edge of an ileostomy site is a common problem. In those who have undergone a proctocolectomy with ileostomy formation in conjunction with a risk of chronic liver disease (even with normal liver function tests), this may be due to peristomal varices. If this is the case, significant, difficult-to-cont...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Farquharson AL,Bannister JJ,Yates SP

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Wound ooze is common following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and persistent wound infection is a risk factor for infection, and increased length and cost of hospitalisation. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We undertook a prospective study to assess the effect of tourniquet time, peri-articular local anaesthesia and ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Butt U,Ahmad R,Aspros D,Bannister GC

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A series of 21 patients (18 female) whose intractable constipation was treated by colectomy between 1976 and 1985 is reported. There was no mortality attributable to surgery in this series. Total colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis was the preferred operation, but it produced a satisfactory result in only 12 patient...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Walsh PV,Peebles-Brown DA,Watkinson G

更新日期：1987-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Isolated monocular ischaemic events are thought to be low risk for stroke recurrence. In the presence of carotid stenosis however, the risks should not be treated similarly and surgical intervention should be considered at an early stage. The aim of this study was to determine the vascular risk profile and...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Cheng SF,Zarkali A,Richards T,Simister R,Chandratheva A

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper considers the potential role of videoconferencing technology for postgraduate dental and medical education. Drawing on work from the University of Bristol Dental School, it presents an analysis of the potential cost savings achievable by using videoconferencing compared to traditional face-to-face teaching ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Cook JH,Stevens CD

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 74-year-old woman underwent a low anterior resection and defunctioning loop ileostomy for a T1 N1 M0 rectal adenocarcinoma. Three months following surgery she attended complaining of pain inferior to the loop ileostomy. A clinical examination demonstrated an extensive area of spreading cellulitis on the lower abdomi...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Davey PT,Burnside N,MacKenzie N,Conkey D,Carson J,Skelly RT

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fibroepithelial polyps of the ureter are rare non-epithelial benign tumours with a slight female predominance. They are primarily located in the upper left ureter, incidentally diagnosed in patients who are evaluated for gross haematuria or renal colic. Fibroepithelial polyps are traditionally managed by open surgery ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Hajji F,Moufid K,Ghoundale O,Touiti D

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Minimally-invasive, video-assisted thyroidectomy (MIVAT) was developed to reduce scarring/trauma associated with cervical incisions used in open thyroidectomy. Results from various centres have been published internationally but none from the UK. This study reports the first results from the UK and compare...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Samy AK,Ridgway D,Orabi A,Suppiah A

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Tranexamic acid has been used for many years to minimise blood loss during surgery and, more recently, to reduce morbidity after major trauma. While small studies have confirmed reduction in blood loss during tonsillectomy with its use, the rate of primary haemorrhage following tonsillectomy has not been r...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Robb PJ,Thorning G

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pattern of preoperative investigation was audited in 256 patients entering hospital for elective surgery over a 12-week period. During the initial 6 weeks (phase one), no guidance was given to the house surgeons and the investigations were assessed as being 'indicated' or 'not indicated' according to preset criter...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Billings PJ,Davies JP,Richards R,Aubrey DA

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A change in the accepted routine of cross-leg repair is suggested in the interest of safety. In order to avoid infection in the donor site the skin graft is cut first. The flap is raised before the defect is prepared so that the problems of tension and 'tenting' are eliminated. This enables the flap to be sutured unde...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Hirshowitz B,Crawford BS

更新日期：1980-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anaesthetic requirements for microsurgery of the larynx are described and techniques in frequent use reviewed. A method involving the Coplans nasotracheal cuffed tube and using controlled ventilation is described and its advantages detailed. The illustrations and blood gas measurements support the authors' view th...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Keen RI,Kotak PK,Ramsden RT

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute ischaemic stroke is a devastating postoperative complication that significantly impacts upon a patient's quality of life. Endovascular retrieval of thromboembolic material from proximal cerebral arteries by mechanical thrombectomy is the new standard of care for patients presenting with a proximal artery occlusi...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Ali JM,Wolff I,Falconieri F,Aresu G,Coonar AS,Joshi Y,Peryt A

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The risk of venous thromboembolism increases during pregnancy and postpartum. The incidence in the first six weeks following delivery is approximately 0.15%. Deep vein thrombosis may present with acute appendicitis-like symptoms such as right iliac fossa pain, nausea and vomiting. A 22-year-old woman was admitted with...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Karaisli S,Selcuk E

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The National Joint Registry (NJR) for England and Wales was launched in April 2003. The UK Department of Health (DoH) awarded the contract to run the NJR to Atomic Energy Authority (AEA) Technology in September 2002. The aim was to etablish the views of a large group of orthopaedic consultants on the new N...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Philipson MR,Westwood MJ,Geoghegan JM,Henry AP,Jefferiss CD

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The addition of pressure and flow rate recordings to conventional cystourethrography is relatively inexpensive in terms of cost and of radiologist's time, each investigation requiring approximately half an hour.The value of this investigation in males lies in assessing the severity and site of outlet obstruction, part...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Arnold EP,Brown AD,Webster JR

更新日期：1974-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:INTRODUCTION Central venous catheterisation (CVC) is a commonly performed procedure in a wide variety of hospital settings and is associated with appreciable morbidity. There is a paucity of literature focusing on mechanical complications specifically in the trauma setting. The aim of our study was to determine the sp...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Odendaal J,Kong VY,Sartorius B,Liu TY,Liu YY,Clarke DL

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Patients undergoing colorectal surgical resections have a high incidence of surgical site infection (SSI). Many patient-specific risk factors have been recognised in association with SSI in such patients, but environmental contamination is increasingly recognised as a contributor to hospital-acquired infec...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Brady RR,Kalima P,Damani NN,Wilson RG,Dunlop MG

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:HIV positivity alone as a predictor of surgical outcome has not been extensively studied in regions of high prevalence. The aim was to determine the prevalence of HIV infection in surgical patients, and compare differences in their clinical course based on their serological status and CD4 counts. PATIENTS...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Cacala SR,Mafana E,Thomson SR,Smith A

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Long-construct fixations can be complicated by proximal junctional kyphosis. In elderly, high-risk patients with numerous comorbidities, lengthy surgical times and increased blood loss associated with revision osteotomies and extension of fusions are not often tolerated and pose serious life-threatening risks. We pres...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Divani K,Selvadurai S,Molloy S

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Burns in the neonatal period are rare and most commonly due to iatrogenic causes. We report a case of a preterm neonate who sustained a full thickness electrical burn following the use of a temporary pacing pad. The case was complicated by significant co-morbidities and the need for cardiac surgery. We describe the s...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Chipp E,Duncan H,Papini R

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a personal series of 162 tumours, 101 were pleomorphic adenomas 28 of which were removed by elective local extra capsular dissection and 73 by a conventional nerve dissection. There were no recurrences in either group after a mean follow-up 10.3 years, range 3-21 years for local dissection and 8.3 years, range 3-22...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Hancock BD

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The successful treatment of major burns depends upon accurate and early fluid replacement in the first 36 h. A burns calculator has been designed, based upon the Muir and Barclay formula, which should facilitate the estimation of fluid requirements in burned patients and therefore improve their immediate management in...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Jenkinson LR

更新日期：1982-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction Short hospital stays and accelerated discharge within 72 hours following colorectal cancer resections have not been widely achieved. Series reporting on accelerated discharge involve heterogeneous patient populations and exclude important groups. Strict adherence to some discharge requirements may lead to...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Emmanuel A,Chohda E,Botfield C,Ellul J

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this study was to develop a standardised management plan for boys with abnormal appearance of meatus at circumcision for balanitis xerotica obliterans (BXO). METHODS:Between 1995 and 2008, 107 boys underwent circumcision for BXO (confirmed on histology). Of these, 23 had abnormal appearance of ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Holbrook C,Tsang T

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over 700 cerebral vascular operations have been undertaken on the Surgical Unit of St Bartholomew's Hospital, London, for stroke prophylaxis, the majority being carotid endarterectomies. One of the unique features of the latter procedure is the marked instability of postoperative blood pressure. The relation of this c...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Lumley JS

更新日期：1980-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cutaneous manifestations of visceral carcinomas are scarce, occurring in around 0.7-12% of internal malignancies. Lung cancer is one of the most common sources of skin metastasis, particularly in male patients. We present a case of cutaneous metastasis in a man with concurrent lung lesions and a previously treated col...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Thurston D,Hossain T,Waraich N,Shukla A

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00