The MCQ in the primary FRCS(Eng).

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Technical skill has been formally assessed in the Fellow of the European Board of Vascular Surgery Examinations (FEBVS) since 2002. The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between expert assessment and trainee self-assessment. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Forty-two examination candidates performed ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Pandey VA,Wolfe JH,Black SA,Cairols M,Liapis CD,Bergqvist D,European Board of Vascular Surgery.

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 56-year-old woman presented with abdominal pain after using a Jacuzzi hours earlier. Abdominal radiographs revealed intra-peritoneal free gas and, as she presented symptomatically, a laparotomy was performed. This revealed fluid and gas but no visceral perforation or intra-abdominal pathology to account for this. Pe...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Inston N,Lake S

更新日期：2000-09-01 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 Enhanced recovery programmes have been established in some areas of elective surgery. This study applied enhanced recovery principles to elective oesophageal and gastric cancer surgery. Methods An enhanced recovery programme for patients undergoing open oesophagogastrectomy, total and subtotal gastrectomy...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Gatenby PA,Shaw C,Hine C,Scholtes S,Koutra M,Andrew H,Hacking M,Allum WH

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Appendiceal intussusception is an rare diagnosis that may be found on imaging or at the time of surgery, as seen in this case of a 33-year-old female presenting with gastrointestinal symptoms. Images are presented with differential diagnosis as well as treatment options. ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Birriel TJ,Smith E,Eyvazzadeh D

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Nicorandil is a commonly prescribed antianginal medication that has been found to be associated with painful anal ulceration. The incidence of this complication is unknown. We have used the best data available to us to make an estimate of this figure in a health district with a remarkably stable populatio...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Colvin HS,Barakat T,Moussa O,Babu H,Slaughter T,Palmer JG,Hinson FL

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Spondylodiscitis is often iatrogenic in nature. We report the case of a 69-year-old man presenting with spondylodiscitis and associated epidural abscess following transrectal ultrasonography guided prostate biopsy despite ciprofloxacin cover. To our knowledge, this is the first case of spondylodiscitis secondary to fl...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Dobson G,Cowie CJ,Holliman D

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We detail the unusual occurrence of successive episodes of diabetic myonecrosis in both lower and upper limbs in a young woman with diabetic end organ dysfunction. We highlight the importance of recognising this as a differential diagnosis for acute limb pain in diabetic patients and advocate conservative measures fo...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Welck MJ,Vetpillai P,Balaji V,Jennings R,Goodier WD

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 62-year old man who presented unwell with no specific symptoms or signs was found to have portal venous circulation gas complicating a small diverticular abscess. He was successfully managed with a course of antibiotics and had full resolution of symptoms, therefore avoiding the need for surgical intervention. While...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Kong CY,Goh HL,Anderson JE

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, 56 women who presented to the breast clinic with nipple discharge have been reviewed. Patients were selected for surgery by a triple assessment of clinical examination, discharge cytology and breast imaging. Surgical intervention was required in 17 women. Significant pathology was found in 11 cases incl...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Carty NJ,Mudan SS,Ravichandran D,Royle GT,Taylor I

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Research performed in the late 1960s, using 24Na, suggested that the perfusion of skin and subcutaneous tissues is critically dependent on the relationship between capillary (Pc) and tissue pressures (Pt). Perfusion changes differed significantly between controls and patients with venous disease and the differences co...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Chant A

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to describe the impact of a 'fast-track' unit, combined with a computerised system for information collection and analysis, on the clinical practice and finance of a cardiothoracic department over the first 12 month period of its application. METHODS:Within 12 months, starting...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Hadjinikolaou L,Cohen A,Glenville B,Stanbridge RD

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A non-woven alginate dressing has been used on experimental, full and partial thickness wound models for periods up to 14 days, to assess its effects on wound healing. Histological evaluation has shown that it is an effective haemostat, generally well tolerated by body tissues. Good epidermal healing was seen on all w...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Barnett SE,Varley SJ

更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A series of 45 patients undergoing a second operation for recurrent colorectal cancer is reported. The majority developed recurrence within 2 years of their initial surgery. Despite regular follow-up, in only 27% of patients submitted to further surgery was the recurrence detected at routine review, and only three of ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Pollard SG,Macfarlane R,Everett WG

更新日期：1989-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:International humanitarian law requires emergency medical support for both military personnel and civilians, including children. Here we present a detailed review of paediatric admissions with the pattern of injury and the resources they consume. METHODS:All paediatric admissions to the hospital at Camp B...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Arul GS,Reynolds J,DiRusso S,Scott A,Bree S,Templeton P,Midwinter MJ

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Changes in anal pressure have been monitored during the induction of anaesthesia. Falls in pressure accompany loss of consciousness following bolus doses of commonly used intravenous and inhalational anaesthetic agents. Subsequent rises in pressure towards pre-anaesthetic levels are usually associated with the time ta...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Harrison MJ,Tomlinson PA,Ubhi CS,Wright J,Hardcastle JD

更新日期：1988-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe the case of an 89-year old Caucasian woman admitted with confusion and severe clinical manifestations of acute hypercalcaemia. There was no history suggestive of any malignancy and initial management included correction of the hypercalcaemia with intravenous fluid therapy. Sestamibi parathyroid scintigraph...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： D'cruz RT,Seet JE,Parameswaran R

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The initial teaching and learning experience of four surgeons performing a laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication is reported. A total of 33 patients underwent the laparoscopic approach for Nissen fundoplication. Two patients also underwent concomitant cholecystectomy. A loose 360 degrees fundoplication secured by three o...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Watson DI,Reed MW,Johnson AG,Stoddard CJ

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The indications for removal of tonsils and/or adenoids are discussed, along with preoperative assessment, operative technique, treatment of postoperative haemorrhage, aftercare, and results. ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Haydon-Baillie M

更新日期：1977-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:INTRODUCTION In our regional spinal injuries unit, complex pressure ulcer reconstruction is facilitated by a monthly multidisciplinary team clinic. This study reviews a series of the more complex of these patients who underwent surgery as a joint case between plastics and other surgical specialties, aiming to provide ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Thomson CH,Choudry M,White C,Mecci M,Siddiqui H

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Urologists perform retrograde contrast studies of the ureters and pelvicalyceal systems in the operating theatre, both for diagnostic purposes and to guide instrumentation. We describe the development of a set of guidelines that aim to standardise the diagnostic quality of these studies and to reduce radi...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Harris MA,Marsh T,Llewellyn A,West A,Naisby G,Gowda BD

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of trephine colostomy is presented in which air insufflation incorrectly identified the distal limb. Disaster was averted by correct identification at laparotomy. The probable cause of the error and methods of avoidance are discussed. ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Loder PB,Thomson JP

更新日期：1995-11-01 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：:The necessity of an outpatient (OP) consultation for patients referred for minor surgery under local anaesthetic (LA) was examined. Two separate prospective studies were performed. The first comprised 107 patients referred for minor surgery, who were assessed in the outpatient department (OPD), before being booked for...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Johnson RC,Pullan RD,Hedges AR,Stamatakis JD

更新日期：1996-09-01 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：:We present a case of symptomatic trochanteric non-union following total hip replacement treated initially with a Dall-Miles grip plate. After failure of this treatment, the patient had a two-stage revision. Trochanteric non-union is one of the well-described complications after total hip replacement. It is frequently ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Drampalos E,Bayam L,Oakley J,Hemmady M,Hodgkinson J

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study suggests that appendicectomy should be routinely performed at laparoscopy for suspected acute appendicitis and that this can be achieved with minimal morbidity. ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Grabham JA,Sutton C,Nicholson ML

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Retroperitoneal paragangliomas are rare tumours arising from neural crest cells located near or in the autonomic nervous system; right from the skull bass to the pelvic floor. Often called the great masqueraders, their diagnosis and treatment is often difficult and fraught with danger, considering the close proximity ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Parmar K,Chandna A,Kumar S

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:INTRODUCTIONAbstracts presented at national and international scientific meetings are an important educational resource. However, the work is not peer reviewed and little is known about the quality or validity of the presented results and the fate of such abstracts.MATERIALS AND METHODSThis is a retrospective cohort s...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Balasubramanian SP,Kumar ID,Wyld L,Reed MW

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A new jig is described which enables the technique for abdominal aortic aneurysm to be taught and practiced as it is performed by arterial surgeons at the present time. The aneurysm jig enables a plastic simulated aortic aneurysm to be opened as at operation to allow the inlaying of a Dacron tube sutured into place wi...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Greenhalgh RM,Eastcott HH,Mansfield AO,Taylor DE

更新日期：1987-09-01 00:00:00