Predictors and consequences of recurrent laryngeal nerve injury during open thyroidectomy: An American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Project database analysis.

abstract：:Plasma fatty acid profiles of 33 critically ill surgical patients receiving fat-free parenteral nutrition were examined at weekly intervals up to 28 days. While plasma total fatty acid concentration remained relatively constant and within the normal range, marked compositional alterations were apparent. Levels of lino...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： McCarthy MC,Cottam GL,Turner WW Jr

更新日期：1981-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous research suggests an ostomy worsens health-related quality of life (HR-QOL), but comorbidities also can affect HR-QOL. METHODS:Eligible patients had abdominal operation with ostomy (cases) or similar procedure without ostomy (controls). Patients were recruited for this case-control study from 3 Vet...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Jain S,McGory ML,Ko CY,Sverdlik A,Tomlinson JS,Wendel CS,Coons SJ,Rawl SM,Schmidt CM,Grant M,McCorkle R,Mohler MJ,Baldwin CM,Krouse RS

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A retrospective study of 316 patients with a diagnosis of intestinal obstruction admitted to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital over a 5 year period is presented. The overall mortality was 10.6 percent. Attention is called to the unacceptably high morbidity and mortality associated with volvulus in this and oth...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Chiedozi LC,Aboh IO,Piserchia NE

更新日期：1980-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fistula-in-ano is a common surgical problem. Various materials have been used to perform the seton technique in the treatment of fistula-in-ano. In this study, a novel material, a self-locking cable tie, was used regardless of the fistula type. Seventeen consecutive patients with anal fistula underwent surgery with th...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Gurer A,Ozlem N,Gokakin AK,Ozdogan M,Kulacoglu H,Aydin R

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic splenectomy (LS) has been used to treat a variety of splenic disorders. However, there have been few direct comparisons of this approach with open splenectomy (OS). METHODS:Results and outcomes were compared retrospectively in 46 consecutive patients treated by laparoscopic (n = 26) or open spl...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Brunt LM,Langer JC,Quasebarth MA,Whitman ED

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A retrospective study of 115 patients who presented to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital with intestinal gangrene over a 5 year period is presented. Although hernia is the most common cause of bowel gangrene, more patients with volvulus end up with gangrenous bowel. Because Nigerian patients present with late ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Chiedozi LC

更新日期：1981-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We performed a 1 year review of mammographic interpretations and breast biopsy experiences at Madigan Army Medical Center, correlating biopsy results with mammographic interpretations when possible. Fibrocystic mammary dysplasia was reported in two thirds of our patients, with interpretations heavily weighted toward f...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Carter PL,Gillespie JT

更新日期：1984-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The treatment of idiopathic anal ulcerations in AIDS patients is still evolving. These patients suffer with severe incapacitating anal pain. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Relief of pain was achieved with the use of intralesional steroid injections. Twenty-one patients from 1990 to 1993 presented with severe anal pai...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Modesto VL,Gottesman L

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recently, carotid plaque factors, specifically intraplaque hemorrhage, have been studied with respect to the production of cerebrovascular symptoms. Ninety-five carotid endarterectomies were performed and the plaques that were removed were examined for intraplaque hemorrhage. Patients were separated into three groups:...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Ammar AD,Wilson RL,Travers H,Lin JJ,Farha SJ,Chang FC

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Preoperative imaging for early-stage cutaneous melanoma is not recommended by current guidelines. Our goal was to investigate our institutional usage and utility. METHODS:Patients with clinically node-negative cutaneous melanoma undergoing surgery with sentinel lymph node biopsy were identified retrospectiv...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Haddad D,Garvey EM,Mihalik L,Pockaj BA,Gray RJ,Wasif N

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We found that the mortality rate was no greater in patients with necrotizing enterocolitis complicated by perforation compared with the rate in those with other causes of perforation in similar weight classes. Iatrogenic injuries had a 50 percent mortality rate in all gestational age and birth weight categories and, t...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Borzotta AP,Groff DB

更新日期：1988-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Venous thromboembolism is the most common preventable cause of hospital death. The objective of this study was to clarify risk factors for postoperative bleeding related to thromboprophylaxis after laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery. METHODS:The study was conducted at 23 Japanese institutions and includ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Yasui M,Ikeda M,Miyake M,Ide Y,Okuyama M,Shingai T,Kitani K,Ikenaga M,Hasegawa J,Akamatsu H,Murata K,Takemasa I,Mizushima T,Yamamoto H,Sekimoto M,Nezu R,Doki Y,Mori M,Clinical Study Group of Osaka University (CSGO), C

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From these data and data from the literature, our recommended treatment for well-differentiated cancer is as follows: For papillary cancer, resection should be adequate to encompass the entire tumor, which in most cases would be complete lobectomy and possibly isthmusectomy. Prophylactic neck dissection is of no value...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Wanebo HJ,Andrews W,Kaiser DL

更新日期：1981-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Medical schools are undergoing major curricular reform, partly in attempts to increase the number of graduates pursuing careers in the generalist disciplines. These reforms have often resulted in a shortening of the surgery clerkship, decreasing students' experiences in several domains important to the gener...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Neumayer LA,Sachdeva AK,Hebert JC,Lang NP

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulmonary metastases are the primary cause of death due to bone and soft tissue sarcomas. We have previously shown that an aggressive approach and a new technique of multiple pulmonary metastasectomies have resulted in improved survival for patients with pulmonary metastases. In this follow-up study, an expanded datab...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Saltzman DA,Snyder CL,Ferrell KL,Thompson RC,Leonard AS

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From April 1, 1990, to March 31, 1992, 8,899 patients who were 65 years of age and older underwent an anesthetic and surgical procedure in a 1,000-bed community hospital in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. The hospital has been using a proprietary system called MedisGroups for assessing the severity of illness on a...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Dunlop WE,Rosenblood L,Lawrason L,Birdsall L,Rusnak CH

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:We describe an institutional program (INR- Interval NSQIP Review), to augment NSQIP utility through structured, multidisciplinary review of surgical outcomes in order to create near 'real-time' adverse event (AE) monitoring and improve surgeon awareness. METHODS:INR is a monthly meeting of quality analyst...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Cunningham AJ,Howell B,Polites S,Krishnaswami S,Hughey E,Terry S,Fox J,Azarow K

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effectiveness of the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug ketorolac in reducing pulmonary morbidity after rib fractures remains largely unknown. METHODS:A retrospective cohort study was conducted spanning January 2003 to June 2011 assessing pneumonia within 30 days and potential adverse effects of ketoro...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Yang Y,Young JB,Schermer CR,Utter GH

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colorectal liver metastases with hepatic vein (HV) involvement may require combined resection of the liver and HV. However, the short- and long-term outcomes of such a procedure remain unclear. METHODS:We reviewed 16 cases of liver resection with major HV resection and reconstruction. RESULTS:The patients ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Saiura A,Yamamoto J,Sakamoto Y,Koga R,Seki M,Kishi Y

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A modification of the procedure of laparostomy with palisade dorsoventral lavage for treating neglected peritonitis is described. It consists of adding a polyethylene foil to cover the intestines and thus avoiding the direct contact between them from one side, and the suction drains and the palisade laparostomy screen...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Losanoff J,Kjossev K

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The management of surgical sepsis is challenging because of the complexity of interventions. The authors therefore created a computerized clinical decision support program to facilitate this process, with the goal of improving abdominal sepsis mortality. METHODS:The authors evaluated a prospective database ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Moore LJ,Turner KL,Todd SR,McKinley B,Moore FA

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fixation of polypropylene (Marlex) mesh in the epigastrium and at the iliac crest can be ineffective because of insufficient local fascia; however, two techniques have been described to obtain firm and durable attachment of polypropylene grafts at these sites. Perichondral slips at the costal margin permit very satisf...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Merrell RC,Than-Trong T

更新日期：1985-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Symptomatic hypocalcemia remains the main postoperative complication after total thyroidectomy. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the role of oral supplementation of calcitriol and calcium salts in preventing severe postoperative hypocalcemia after total thyroidectomy. METHODS:A consecutive serie...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Tartaglia F,Giuliani A,Sgueglia M,Biancari F,Juvonen T,Campana FP

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Procedural teaching and the ability to detect and correct errors are important components of surgical education. This study evaluates whether review of an instructional video will improve residents' ability to detect errors. We hypothesized that clinical experience and confidence do not correlate with abilit...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Pei K,Merola J,Davis KA,Longo WE

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aortobrachiocephalic reconstruction was studied in 26 patients. Nine had suffered a previous stroke, and seven had residual deficity. A previous carotid endarterectomy or carotid-to-subclavian bypass had been performed in eight patients. The ascending aorta was the proximal anastomotic site in all cases. Bypass grafti...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Evans WE,Williams TE,Hayes JP

更新日期：1988-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-six patients with advanced melanoma metastases confined to the lower extremity underwent 28 therapeutic limb perfusions without a major complication or treatment-related death. A complete response to treatment occurred in 21 patients (81 percent). Of 16 patients, response persisted until death in 13 and was not...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Storm FK,Morton DL

更新日期：1985-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sequential intraarterial chemotherapy using bleomycin and methotrexate followed by high dose radiation and surgery was evaluated in 10 patients with stage III and IV squamous carcinomas of the maxillary sinus. Seven of 10 patients had extensive tumor necrosis in the surgical specimen, and no evidence of residual tumor...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Moseley HS,Thomas LR,Everts EC,Stevens KR,Ireland KM

更新日期：1981-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Noninvasive screening of the lower extremities for deep vein thrombosis was performed bilaterally on 1,118 patients. Impedance plethysmography alone was used in 868. Venography in 135 revealed an accuracy of 88%, with a false-negative rate of 5.3% and a false-positive rate of 18.6%. A combined ultrasonic Doppler and m...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Lepore TJ,Savran J,Van De Water J,Harrower HW,Yablonski M

更新日期：1978-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Respiratory failure secondary to a variety of causes remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in the pediatric population. Newer therapies are appearing frequently in an attempt to decrease the number of deaths from this disease state. We briefly review the current literature on some of the new...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Arensman RM,Statter MB,Bastawrous AL,Madonna MB

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To clarify the widespread practice of preoperative transfusion to attain a 10 g/dL level of hemoglobin, the relationship between preoperative hemoglobin level, operative blood loss, and mortality was studied by analyzing the results of 113 operations in 107 consecutive Jehovah's Witness patients who underwent major el...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Spence RK,Carson JA,Poses R,McCoy S,Pello M,Alexander J,Popovich J,Norcross E,Camishion RC

更新日期：1990-03-01 00:00:00