Cause and prevention of postherniorrhaphy neuralgia: a proposed protocol for treatment.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Alcohol use may alter mental status and vital signs in injured patients, leading to increased testing during emergency department (ED) evaluation. We hypothesized that alcohol use increases the hospital charges when caring for these injured patients. METHODS:The National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Sur...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： O'Keeffe T,Rhee P,Shafi S,Friese RS,Gentilello LM

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The restitution of blood volume and plasma protein after 10 per cent hemorrhage was studied in intact dogs and in dogs subjected to adrenalectomy and infused with cortisol at basal or physiologically increased rates. The results suggest that increased extracellular osmolality, mediated by an increased secretion of cor...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Gann DS,Pirkle JC Jr

更新日期：1975-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Much literature supports the value of performance-based tests for obtaining an overall assessment of clinical skills; however, these tests can also identify specific deficits in medical curriculum and student learning. This study, conducted over a period of 2.5 years, used standardized patients to identify deficiencie...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Haydon R 3rd,Donnelly M,Schwartz R,Strodel W,Jones R

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the last 100 years, since César Roux began utilizing his "Ansa-en-Y" procedure for gastric outlet obstruction, the procedure at first fell into disuse but was later adapted for other applications. This article discusses the background of the procedure and compares the original indications with the author's curr...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Mason GR

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Autotransfusable shed blood has been poorly characterized in trauma and may have similarities to whole blood with additional benefits. METHODS:This was a prospective descriptive study of adult patients from whom ≥50 mL of blood was drained within the first 4 hours after chest tube placement. Pleural and ven...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Salhanick M,Corneille M,Higgins R,Olson J,Michalek J,Harrison C,Stewart R,Dent D

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Melanomas are aggressive neoplasms with limited therapeutic options. Therefore, developing new therapies with low toxicity is of utmost importance. Honokiol is a natural compound that recently has shown promise as an effective anticancer agent. METHODS:The effect of honokiol on melanoma cancer cells was ass...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Kaushik G,Ramalingam S,Subramaniam D,Rangarajan P,Protti P,Rammamoorthy P,Anant S,Mammen JM

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The management of the failing myocardium was primarily empirical for centuries, until Withering introduced foxglove (digitalis) in 1785 as an effective medication. Gradually, the medical treatment included, besides digitalis preparations, the use of diuretics to reduce excessive sodium and water retention; limiting sa...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Brewer LA 3rd

更新日期：1984-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ten cases of giant lung abscess were treated by one-stage closed tube drainage after initial medical therapy. Sepsis or hemorrhage was relieved in all patients. There were no operative deaths, serious complications, or late recurrences. Three patients have subsequently died from bronchogenic cancer. ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Lawrence GH,Rubin SL

更新日期：1978-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) frequently have pressure ulcers. Surgery is sometimes needed to close them. In rare cases, hemipelvectomy is warranted for extremely severe complications. METHODS:We conducted a retrospective study using national Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) computer data sets ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Chan JW,Virgo KS,Johnson FE

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Familial visceral myopathy is a form of chronic intestinal pseudoobstruction in which fibrosis of the smooth muscle of the alimentary tract causes protean symptoms of disordered visceral motility. Based on our 8 year observation of six members of one family with familial visceral myopathy and review of the few well-do...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Shaw A,Shaffer HA,Anuras S

更新日期：1985-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most patients with primary hyperparathyroidism undergo localization prior to operation with variable success. Therefore, in this study we investigated the safety of parathyroidectomy without imaging. METHODS:A prospective database of 2057 surgical patients with primary hyperparathyroidism from 2001 to 2019 ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Fazendin JM,Lindeman B,Chen H

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Among 400 patients with adenocarcinoma of the distal large bowel, anterior resection resulted in more anastomotic leaks, postoperative urinary retention and diarrhea when used for lesions of the mid-rectum than when used for lesions of the proximal rectum or sigmoid colon. However, the operative mortality, long-term m...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Akwari OE,Kelly KA

更新日期：1980-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The histopathology, clinical features, treatment, and results are reported in twenty-nine patients with thymoma. Benign and malignant thymomas are differentiated by their invasive characteristics. Surgical excision is recommended for benign lesions. Surgical excision and postoperative irradiation are recommended for m...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Gerein AN,Srivastava SP,Burgess J

更新日期：1978-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We examined and compared APP versus surgical resident perceptions of the role of APPs in surgical subspecialty teams. METHODS:Residents/first year surgical critical care fellows and inpatient service-specific APPs responded to a survey that examined perceptions about the APP-resident/fellow relationship. St...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Eaton B,Hessler L,O'Meara L,Herrera A,Tesoriero R,Diaz J,Bruns B

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a prospective, randomized trial, selective proximal vagotomy with complete ulcer excision was compared with partial gastrectomy with gastroduodenostomy for the treatment of primary corporeal gastric ulcer in 30 patients. The results were evaluated by clinical follow-up examinations at regular intervals, endoscopy, ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Emås S,Hammarberg C

更新日期：1983-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The field of telemedicine has grown tremendously over the last decade. We present a systematic review of publications on telemedicine as it pertains to surgery, addressing six facets: 1) telerobotics, 2) telementoring, 3) teleconsulting, 4) telemedicine in post-operative follow-up, 5) tele-education, and 6) ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Huang EY,Knight S,Guetter CR,Davis CH,Moller M,Slama E,Crandall M

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To assess the impact of adding a surgical oncologist to our faculty we examined the operative experience in our program before and after the addition. METHODS:Operative case numbers reported to the American Board of Surgery over a 10-year period were analyzed. This time period encompassed 5 years before and...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Gamblin TC,Dalton ML,Morgan JH 3rd,Christie DB 3rd,Vogel RL,Dale PS

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography and laparoscopic common bile duct exploration are safe and efficient methods that have recently been used for the treatment of bile duct stones. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy, safety, and surgical outcomes of the laparoscopic common bile duct...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Koc B,Karahan S,Adas G,Tutal F,Guven H,Ozsoy A

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:There is little consensus of quality measurements for restorative proctocolectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis(RPC-IPAA) performed for ulcerative colitis(UC). The National Surgical Quality Improvement Program(NSQIP) cannot accurately classify RPC-IPAA staged approaches. We formed an IBD-surgery regist...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Luo WY,Holubar SD,Bordeianou L,Cosman BC,Hyke R,Lee EC,Messaris E,Saraidaridis J,Scow JS,Shaffer VO,Smith R,Steinhagen RM,Vaida F,Eisenstein S,National Surgical Quality Improvement Program-Inflammatory Bowel Disease (NSQIP-IB

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Conventional wisdom dictates that autogenous tissue interposition be used in contaminated wounds when direct vascular repair is not feasible. Although there are few reports of successful use of PTFE grafts in grossly contaminated wounds, doubt still exists regarding the use of any prosthetic material in such wounds fo...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Shah DM,Leather RP,Corson JD,Karmody AM

更新日期：1984-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Initial manifestations of AIDS in the head and neck area occur frequently. In fact, up to 40 percent of patients may have involvement of the head and neck. The most common malignancies are Kaposi's sarcoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Since AIDS-related malignancies are a relatively new problem for radiation oncologist...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Hommel DJ,Brown ML,Kinzie JJ

更新日期：1987-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The transformation of a trainee into a surgeon is influenced strongly by communication patterns in the operating room (OR). In the current era of limited educational opportunities, elucidation of teaching and learning strategies in this environment is critical. The aim of this study was to further understand...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Vikis EA,Mihalynuk TV,Pratt DD,Sidhu RS

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of our study is to further clarify the incidence of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) patients that are upstaged upon final pathology and/or have metastatic disease in the axilla. METHODS:All patients were diagnosed with DCIS or DCIS with microinvasion (DCISm) on their diagnostic biopsy and receive...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Wilkie C,White L,Dupont E,Cantor A,Cox CE

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several anecdotal papers suggest that laparoscopic cholecystectomy can be done safely in pregnant patients, but few patients are reported and other patients such as those who underwent laparoscopic appendectomy are often included. A larger series would help clarify the situation. METHODS:The Connecticut Lap...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Barone JE,Bears S,Chen S,Tsai J,Russell JC

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty-two rats had truncal vagotomy either with or without pyloroplasty. After 2 or 4 weeks, respectively, the pancreas was excised and weighed. Measurements of amylase, trypsin, lipase, total protein, and DNA were obtained from the homogenated pancreatic tissue. Isolated pancreatic lobules were incubated with and wi...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Büchler M,Malfertheiner P,Glasbrenner B,Beger HG

更新日期：1987-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study defines the clinical settings in which extended radical neck dissection (ERND) was performed and determines its impact on control of disease in the neck and on survival. METHODS:We reviewed the records of 106 patients undergoing ERND between 1984 and 1993. Most (76) had metastatic squamous cell c...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Carew JF,Spiro RH

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simplified technique for insertion of a peritoneovenous shunt is described. By using a "peel-away" sheath at both ends of the shunt, the insertion is much quicker and less traumatic to the patient. ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Weaver DW,Wiencek RG,Bouwman DL

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As discussed by Urschel [13], 50 to 70 percent of patients with symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome may be treated conservatively by nonsurgical methods. Patients who still have symptoms after years of such therapy are referred to us for surgical treatment. Failure to obtain symptomatic relief after scalenotomy alone...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Murphy TO,Piper CA,Kanar EA,McAlexander RA

更新日期：1980-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arteriovenous fistulas were performed in 100 patients over a three year period with a 90 per cent overall success rate. Various technics for construction of the fistula using autologous veins are discussed, with emphasis on pre- and intraoperative assessment of vessel condition and its relation to the prevention of im...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Paruk S,Koenig M,Levitt S,Hardy MA

更新日期：1976-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastric restrictive surgery has evolved over the past decade as the treatment of choice for morbid obesity. We reviewed our experience with 289 patients who underwent gastric surgery for morbid obesity. Comorbid diseases included respiratory insufficiency in 19 percent of the patients, hypertension in 36 percent, diab...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Benotti PN,Hollingshead J,Mascioli EA,Bothe A Jr,Bistrian BR,Blackburn GL

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00