Prospective comparison of noninvasive techniques for amputation level selection.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The study investigates the relationship between motor coordination errors and total errors using a human factors framework. We hypothesize motor coordination errors will correlate with total errors and provide validity evidence for error tolerance as a performance metric. METHODS:Residents' laparoscopic ski...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Law KE,Gwillim EC,Ray RD,D'Angelo AD,Cohen ER,Fiers RM,Rutherford DN,Pugh CM

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anorectal malformations represent a continuing challenge for the pediatric surgeon. A significant number of these children suffer from fecal incontinence, urinary incontinence, and sexual inadequacy. However, major advances in the management of these children have occurred during the last 10 years. The poste...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Peña A,Hong A

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study determined the degree to which ward evaluations, the American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination (ABSITE), and an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) provide equivalent information about intern performance. METHODS:Twenty-two general surgery interns completed both the ABSITE an...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Schwartz RW,Donnelly MB,Sloan DA,Johnson SB,Strodel WE

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The determination of surgical risk is a major problem in general surgical practice and many studies have attempted to predict postoperative outcome. Clinical judgment is still a fundamental skill with which the experienced surgeon can estimate the risk of postoperative infectious morbidity. Predictive scores based on ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Christou NV

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transduodenal sphincterotomy (TS) has fallen into disuse since endoscopists developed techniques to treat sphincter problems nonsurgically. However, some patients experience recurrent sphincter strictures after endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES), with the ampulla endoscopically inaccessible, and pancreas divisum...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Miccini M,Amore Bonapasta S,Gregori M,Bononi M,Fornasari V,Tocchi A

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of postoperative wound complications and early cancer recurrence was studied in 289 patients who had mastectomy alone and in 113 patients who underwent immediate reconstruction following mastectomy. Patients undergoing immediate reconstruction were younger and had less advanced disease than patients who ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： O'Brien W,Hasselgren PO,Hummel RP,Coith R,Hyams D,Kurtzman L,Neale HW

更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A new catheter has been developed that can be accurately and precisely positioned using duplex ultrasonography alone. A piezoelectric transducer that functions as a passive, omnidirectional receiver is attached to the mid-balloon region of an angioplasty catheter. Integration to a standard duplex imaging system allows...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Cluley SR,Brener BJ,Hollier LH,Eisenbud DE,Ferrara-Ryan M,Villaneuva A,Parsonnet V,Vilkomerson D

更新日期：1991-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) has recently been shown to be more sensitive than contrast arteriography in the detection of patent distal runoff vessels. This study compares MRA and contrast arteriography in evaluating the severity of stenotic lesions in peripheral arteries, which has not been previously investi...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Hertz SM,Baum RA,Owen RS,Holland GA,Logan DR,Carpenter JP

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Standard two-dimensional (2D) specimen radiography may guide intraoperative re-excision of margins in patients undergoing breast conserving surgery. We sought to determine the impact of three-dimensional (3D) specimen imaging in further reducing positive margin rates. METHODS:A prospective study of 100 pati...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Chagpar AB,Butler M,Killelea BK,Horowitz NR,Stavris K,Lannin DR

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite significant advantages to patients, less than 5% of all colorectal surgeries for cancer are performed laparoscopically. A minimally invasive colorectal cancer program was created in our Veterans' Affairs hospital with the intent of increasing access and improving quality of patient care while maintai...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Wilks JA,Balentine CJ,Berger DH,Anaya D,Awad S,Lee L,Haderxhanaj K,Albo D

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Currently, >200 meshes are commercially available in the United States. To help guide appropriate mesh selection, the investigators examined the postsurgical experiences of all patients undergoing ventral hernia repair at their facility from 2008 to 2011 with ≥12 months of follow-up. METHODS:A retrospective...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Le D,Deveney CW,Reaven NL,Funk SE,McGaughey KJ,Martindale RG

更新日期：2013-05-01 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:The anastomotic leak and stricture formation after esophagectomy and cervical esophagogastric anastomosis deny patients with esophageal carcinoma the benefits of surgery. The present study was designed to ascertain whether a wide cross-sectional area at the site of anastomosis leads to lesser anastomotic com...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Gupta NM,Gupta R,Rao MS,Gupta V

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The bispectral index (BIS) is a processed electroencephalographic value (awake = 100, isoelectric = 0). The relationship of BIS and brain death (BD) is assessed. METHODS:BIS was evaluated in GCS 3 head-injured patients with BD (no brain function including apnea) or near BD (no apnea or negative ancillary te...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Dunham CM,Katradis DA,Williams MD

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An animal wound model was used to compare the effectiveness of topical and systemic antibiotics and to examine the validity of using a combined regimen of both routes of antibiotic delivery. Gross infection rates and wound bacterial concentrations were determined after contamination with Staphylococcus aureus or Esche...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Scher KS,Peoples JB

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postoperative pain management with a continuous preperitoneal infusion (CPI) for locoregional anesthesia has been shown to have improved postoperative outcomes. This is the first direct comparison of CPI versus epidural infusion (EPI), both in conjunction with systemic analgesia. METHODS:A retrospective rev...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Gross ME,Nelson ET,Mone MC,Hansen HJ,Sklow B,Glasgow RE,Scaife CL

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Percentage and levels of circulating T-lymphocytes were studied in forty-six patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck before and/or after treatment and compared with control values obtained in fifty-one healthy volunteers. Mean percentages of circulating T-cells and mean T-cell levels in cancer patie...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Olkowski ZL,Wilkins SA Jr

更新日期：1975-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Significant arterial trauma can result from femoral arterial cannulation for cardiopulmonary bypass or intraaortic balloon pumping. Threat of imminent loss of limb or suture line disruption requires prompt surgical intervention. Delayed appearance of claudication, characteristically at 1 to 2 weeks postoperatively, is...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Kozloff L,Rich NM,Brott WH,Collins GJ Jr,McDonald PT,Clagett GP,Collins JT Jr

更新日期：1980-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Burnout affects surgical residents' well-being. OBJECTIVE:We sought to identify factors associated with burnout among surgery residents. METHODS:An electronic/anonymous survey was sent to surgical residents at 18 programs, consisting of demographic/programmatic questions and validated scales for burnout, d...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Smeds MR,Janko MR,Allen S,Amankwah K,Arnell T,Ansari P,Balters M,Hess D,Ferguson E,Jackson P,Kimbrough MK,Knight D,Johnson M,Porter M,Shames BD,Schroll R,Shelton J,Sussman J,Yoo P

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A new instrument for the placement of U tubes through malignant and benign biliary strictures consists of a 3 mm Bakes dilator modified by a circumferential groove and a small hole through its tip. ...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Tatarchuk TW,White TT

更新日期：1979-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty patients underwent placement of a jejunal catheter for early postoperative feeding at the time of upper abdominal operations, and a control group of 11 patients underwent operative procedures of similar magnitude without jejunostomy. Advancement of the rate of feeding to target intake over 6 to 7 days was attem...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Hayashi JT,Wolfe BM,Calvert CC

更新日期：1985-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute diverticulitis of the right colon is a rare condition with a higher incidence in Oriental populations than in Occidental populations. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A retrospective review was conducted between 1982 and 1993 on 22 surgically treated Chinese patients (14 men, 8 women; mean age 47 years) with docu...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Lo CY,Chu KW

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The wire introducer method is a satisfactory technique for management of central venous catheters if bacteriologic monitoring of the removed catheter is used to determine whether the introduced catheter should be allowed to remain. The data indicate that when central venous catheters become infected, they do so throug...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Graeve AH,Carpenter CM,Schiller WR

更新日期：1981-12-01 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：:The purpose of this research was to assess reliability and construct validity of the objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) for evaluating the clinical skills of surgical residents. Reliability refers to precision of the examination and construct validity to the degree to which the examination can discrimina...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Cohen R,Reznick RK,Taylor BR,Provan J,Rothman A

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Biopsy of nonpalpable lesions has increased during the last decade. Commonly these lesions are excised using preoperative wire localization. We describe a technique of intraoperative ultrasound-guided breast biopsy that allows easier excision and aids in obtaining surgical margins in breast cancer. METHODS:...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Smith LF,Rubio IT,Henry-Tillman R,Korourian S,Klimberg VS

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The LigaSure system (Valleylab, Boulder, CO) seals vessels by reforming collagen and elastin in vessel walls. We studied the feasibility and effectiveness of LigaSure in dividing porcine small bowel. METHODS:Twelve porcine small bowel portions were randomized to division with either endoscopic linear staple...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Salameh JR,Schwartz JH,Hildebrandt DA

更新日期：2006-06-01 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：PURPOSE:To investigate the frequency, presentation, clinical management, and prognosis of appendiceal carcinoid tumors in children. METHOD:A review of our institution's experience over 50 years. RESULTS:Twenty-two patients below the age of 20 presented with appendiceal carcinoid tumor. The mean age at presentation wa...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Corpron CA,Black CT,Herzog CE,Sellin RV,Lally KP,Andrassy RJ

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nitric oxide (NO), a paracrine-acting gas enzymatically synthesized from L-arginine, is a unique biologic mediator that has been implicated in a myriad of physiologic and pathophysiologic states. It is an important regulator of vascular tone and may be the mediator of the hemodynamic changes involved in sepsis and cir...

journal_title：American journal of surgery

authors： Rodeberg DA,Chaet MS,Bass RC,Arkovitz MS,Garcia VF

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00