Mechanical thrombectomy for the treatment of acute ischaemic stroke following pulmonary lobectomy.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The purpose of this study was to explore the effectiveness of two chitosan formulations, Omni-Stat® granules and Celox Gauze®, in a model of major hepatic injury in the presence of clotting dysfunction. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Major hepatic injuries in moderately heparinised swine were treated with either O...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Millner R,Lockhart AS,Marr R

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six patients are reported who presented with perforated duodenal ulcers. These were repaired laparoscopically by suturing the falciform ligament over the perforated ulcer. There were no complications and patients were discharged between 3 and 5 days after surgery. This technique is simpler to perform than a laparoscop...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Munro WS,Bajwa F,Menzies D

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS) is a rare disorder due to coeliac trunk compression by the median arcuate ligament, resulting in coeliac artery stenosis characterised by chronic, recurrent abdominal pain. Patients with MALS are often middle-aged females presenting with a triad of postprandial epigastric pain, ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Rubinkiewicz M,Ramakrishnan PK,Henry BM,Roy J,Budzynski A

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A term neonate was born with a grossly swollen and discoloured left hand and forearm. He was transferred from the local hospital to the plastic surgical unit, where a diagnosis of compartment syndrome was made and he underwent emergency forearm fasciotomies at six hours of age. Following serial debridements of necroti...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Martin B,Treharne L

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The analgesia provided for children is often less than for adults with the same underlying pathology. This paper attempts to quantify the postoperative analgesic requirements of patients undergoing appendicectomy. METHODS:Patients between 6 and 30 years of age who underwent an unscheduled appendicectomy were prosp...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Lambert AW,Mayor A

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:INTRODUCTION The roles of non-medically trained practitioners within the NHS are expanding; they are now being employed by many specialties, including surgery, to relieve pressures on healthcare teams. AIMS To investigate the learning curve and competence of an orthopaedic surgical care practitioner (SCP) in performin...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Tingle SJ,Marriott A,Partington PF,Carluke I,Reed MR

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis has become a major issue for surgeons both in the UK and worldwide. Several different sources of guidance on VTE prophylaxis are available but these differ in design and detail. METHODS:Two similar audits were performed, one year apart, on the VTE prophylaxis presc...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Veeramootoo D,Harrower L,Saunders R,Robinson D,Campbell WB

更新日期：2011-07-01 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：INTRODUCTION:Radial scars are benign breast lesions; their appearance on mammography may, however, mimic carcinoma. Needle core biopsy is performed for pre-operative diagnosis and, currently in Wales, all lesions with benign biopsy results are surgically excised. We have reviewed all cases of needle core biopsy-diagno...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Osborn G,Wilton F,Stevens G,Vaughan-Williams E,Gower-Thomas K

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Contact with rat saliva or faeces can lead to infection with Streptobacillus moniliformis and the condition known as 'rat bite fever'. We report a case of septic arthritis of the hip due to this organism following a bite on the finger of a 14-year-old boy from a rat for sale in a pet shop. The case was successfully tr...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Downing ND,Dewnany GD,Radford PJ

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The three main risk factors for cardiovascular disease, smoking, hypertension, and hyperlipidaemia, are examined in the light of changing world trends and the mechanisms by which they aggravate this large group of conditions. Prostaglandin activity within the vessel wall and the blood platelets may be disturbed by the...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Eastcott HH

更新日期：1982-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Surgical skills courses are an important part of learning during surgical training. The assessments at these courses tend to be subjective and anecdotal. Objective assessment using multiple choice questions (MCQs) quantifies the learning experience for both the organisers and the participants. MATERIALS A...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： John J,Kuiper JH,Kelly CP

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The retrojugular approach for carotid endarterectomy (CEA) has been reported to have the advantages of shorter operative time and ease of dissection, especially in high carotid lesions. Controversial opinion exists with regard to its safety and benefits over the conventional antejugular approach. METHODS:...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Antoniou GA,Murray D,Antoniou SA,Kuhan G,Serracino-Inglott F

更新日期：2014-04-01 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：:Tubular ectasia of the rete testis is a pathologically benign process with complex and varied aetiology. It must be differentiated from neoplastic disease of the testis clinically with patient age, mode of presentation, tumour marker status and the characteristic ultrasound and Doppler study findings. Awareness and di...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Nair R,Abbaraju J,Rajbabu K,Anjum F,Sriprasad S

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The results of a 12-month prospective study of 113 patients show that intravenous urography has no place in the management of men with acute urinary retention without haematuria. ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Gajraj HA,Taube M

更新日期：1989-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A prospective survey was carried out in West Dorset to determine the incidence of postoperative wound infection. A total of 1242 patients were included in the survey (1086 inpatients and 156 day cases). The overall infection rate was 6.7%. Although the incidence of infection was consistent with that reported by other ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Law DJ,Mishriki SF,Jeffery PJ

更新日期：1990-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As part of a waiting list initiative, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans were arranged for 69 patients waiting for knee arthroscopy. All patients had a clinical diagnosis of a meniscal tear. With 11 non-attenders, 58 scans were performed. Of the patients scanned, 35 had demonstrable meniscal tears, and five patien...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Williams RL,Williams LA,Watura R,Fairclough JA

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Necrotising fasciitis is a life-threatening illness that is often difficult to diagnose. Immediate debridement and intravenous antibiotic therapy are required to limit the spread of infection. This five-year audit aimed to review the number and outcomes of all cases of necrotising fasciitis admitted to a ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Swain RA,Hatcher JC,Azadian BS,Soni N,De Souza B

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Carpal tunnel decompression is the most commonly performed surgical procedure within a hand unit. Although very effective, the complications following the procedure can be significant. In an attempt to identify the causes of such complications, we assessed whether seniority of the surgeon impacts on outcom...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Akhtar S,Sinha S,Bradley MJ,Burke FD,Wilgis SE,Dubin NH

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We review some of the recent literature on consent for surgical procedures and suggest a scheme for obtaining surgical consent. ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Ricketts D,Roper T,Rogers B,Phadnis J,Elsayed S,Sokol D

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In 1999, a statement of best practice in primary total hip replacement was approved by the Council of the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) and by the British Hip Society (BHS) to provide a basis for regional and national auditable standards. We have compared practice in the North West Region of England ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Malik MH,Gambhir AK,Bale L,Pradhan N,Porter ML

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Nosocomial MRSA infection has become an important healthcare issue. We present 6 cases of MRSA enteritis, acquired following bowel surgery and ileostomy formation. PATIENTS AND METHODS:The data set was obtained from the experience of one consultant surgeon over 6 years in one medical centre. The clinical ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Haq AI,Cook LJ

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inguinal hernia often presents as an emergency with obstruction and subsequent strangulation. We report a unique case where an inguinoscrotal sliding type hernia contained the entire hepatic flexure as its lead point, resulting in acute colonic obstruction and caecal wall perforation. ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Skelly BL,Neill AK

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aortic angiography is widely considered the 'gold standard' for the diagnosis of traumatic thoracic aortic injury. Unfortunately, thoracic aortic angiography has many disadvantages: the technique is invasive but, more importantly, it is not routinely available in all hospitals, necessitating transfer of critically ill...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Beese RC,Allan R,Treasure T

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A total of 14 patients had operations for massive colonic haemorrhage. Of the seven who had a right hemicolectomy, four had the bleeding site localised, and three had only 'equivocal' indications of a right-sided source. One of these rebled 11 months later, but all survived and are well. Of the remaining patients, two...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Milewski PJ,Schofield PF

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the Royal Navy, after surgery, the time that servicemen spend away from work and the level of duty to which they return are decisions made by the surgeon, not the general practitioner. In a prospective study, we have thus been able to assess the acceptability of return to full duty at decreasing intervals after hig...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Tulloch DN,Dewar EP

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Ultrasound is a non-invasive, non-ionising radiation modality which is highly successful at soft tissue imaging. Groin pain from an occult hernia can be a difficult clinical diagnosis made easier by good imaging. The aim of this study was to demonstrate the accuracy of ultrasound in diagnosing and typing the groin...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Bradley M,Morgan D,Pentlow B,Roe A

更新日期：2003-05-01 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：:The significance of congenital abnormalities in predisposing to portal hypertension and variceal haemorrhage needs to be remembered when these effects manifest in childhood, as portal venography will permit elucidation of the complicated congenital developmental abnormalities underlying the pathological condition and ...

journal_title：Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

authors： Marks C

更新日期：1974-12-01 00:00:00