Management of secondary peritonitis.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:FN present a management quandary as they are often benign but may also be aggressive TC. Consensus recommendations have historically advised thyroidectomy for definitive diagnosis. Although MT have robust benefit in hypothetical cost analyses, under current management guidelines a real-time study of their cli...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Carty SE,Ohori NP,Hilko DA,McCoy KL,French EK,Manroa P,Morariu E,Sridharan S,Seethala RR,Yip L

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Celiotomy in cirrhotic patients is reported to bear a high risk of operative morbidity and mortality. We reviewed 100 consecutive, cirrhotic patients who underwent nonshunt celiotomy. Thirty patients died and major complications occurred in another 30 patients. Hospital mortality rate was 21% in 39 biliary operations,...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Garrison RN,Cryer HM,Howard DA,Polk HC Jr

更新日期：1984-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Length of postoperative stay (LOS) has gained increasing attention as a potential indicator of surgical efficiency. Our objective was to examine the feasibility of assessing LOS at 182 hospitals to identify institutions with outlying performance. METHODS:Patients were identified who underwent colorectal sur...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Cohen ME,Bilimoria KY,Ko CY,Richards K,Hall BL

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the factors that may predict music-induced relaxation in friends and family of patients in the emergency department. BACKGROUND:It remains unclear to date which demographic and experiential factors predict the effectiveness of music-induced relaxation. Furthermore, in-hospital stressors for frie...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Tilt AC,Werner PD,Brown DF,Alam HB,Warshaw AL,Parry BA,Jazbar B,Booker A,Stangenberg L,Fricchione GL,Benson H,Lillemoe KD,Conrad C

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the expression of the transcription factor nuclear factor kappa B (NF-kappaB) in Barrett's epithelium and adenocarcinoma and the impact of NF-kappaB expression on tumor stage and response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy and radiation therapy. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA:Progression of Barrett's esophagus ...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Abdel-Latif MM,O'Riordan J,Windle HJ,Carton E,Ravi N,Kelleher D,Reynolds JV

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The influence of deep vein thrombosis on intramuscular pressure was evaluated in 22 patients by means of the wick technique. Intramuscular pressure was measured in the anterior tibial and the deep posterior compartments in both legs before and during treatment. The intramuscular pressure was significantly (p less than...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Qvarfordt P,Eklöf B,Ohlin P

更新日期：1983-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Some, but not all, studies using registry data have suggested a small but significant long-term survival advantage following a curative surgical resection of gastric cancer at hospitals where the volume of such surgeries is high. However, because such data may be significantly influenced by the impact of pos...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Enzinger PC,Benedetti JK,Meyerhardt JA,McCoy S,Hundahl SA,Macdonald JS,Fuchs CS

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Create and validate diverticulitis surgical site infection prediction scale. BACKGROUND:Surgical site infections cause significant morbidity after colorectal surgery. An infection prediction scale could target infection prevention bundles to high-risk patients. METHODS:Prospectively collected National Surgi...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Bordeianou L,Cauley CE,Patel R,Bleday R,Mahmood S,Kennedy K,Ahmed KF,Yokoe D,Hooper D,Rubin M,Partners Colorectal Collaborative.

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Five days after thyroidectomy (Tx) or sham-Tx in young male Sprague-Dawley rats, sepsis was induced by cecal ligation and puncture (CLP). Control animals underwent laparotomy and manipulation of the cecum without ligation or puncture. Sixteen hours after CLP or laparotomy, protein synthesis and degradation were measur...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Hasselgren PO,Chen IW,James JH,Sperling M,Warner BW,Fischer JE

更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We examined management strategies, overall survival (OS), and progression-free survival (PFS) among patients with PMNSGCTs undergoing resection and multidisciplinary management at a high-volume institution. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Outcomes after resection of PMNSGCTs are not well-characterized, with limit...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Caso R,Jones GD,Bains MS,Hsu M,Tan KS,Feldman DR,Funt SA,Reuter VE,Bosl GJ,McHugh D,Huang J,Molena D,Amar D,Fischer G,Rusch VW,Jones DR

更新日期：2020-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The primary aim of this study was to delineate the role of computed tomography (CT) in patients undergoing NOM for AGSW. BACKGROUND:Nonoperative management (NOM) of abdominal gunshot wounds (AGSWs) remains controversial. METHODS:This prospective study included all patients with abdominal gunshot injuries ad...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Navsaria PH,Nicol AJ,Edu S,Gandhi R,Ball CG

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nineteen patients with vascular deformities of the lower extremity were studied and were classified into three groups based on their clinical and angiographic findings. 1) The Klippel or Venous Dysplasia Group (n = 8) demonstrated: cutaneous nevi of metameric distribution, congenital varices (many of which were anomal...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： O'Donnell TF Jr

更新日期：1977-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This case control study is a detailed analysis of the causes of death and the risk factors of short-term mortality after appendectomy. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA:Although death is a rare event after appendectomy, we found a 7-fold excess mortality after appendectomy overall and a 9-fold excess mortality after n...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Andersson MN,Andersson RE

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The results of proximal splenorenal shunts done in children with extrahepatic portal venous obstruction were evaluated. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA:Extrahepatic portal venous obstruction, a common cause of portal hypertension in children in India, is being treated increasingly by endoscopic sclerotherapy instead...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Prasad AS,Gupta S,Kohli V,Pande GK,Sahni P,Nundy S

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Evaluate current risk factors for mortality and morbidity in patients undergoing the Fontan procedure at a single institution in the current era. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA:An emphasis on early relief of volume and pressure overload culminating in the Fontan procedure has improved patient outcomes for patients ...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Hirsch JC,Goldberg C,Bove EL,Salehian S,Lee T,Ohye RG,Devaney EJ

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Metoclopramide or placebo was administered postoperatively in a randomized, double-blind fashion to 115 patients undergoing laparotomy. The effect of metoclopramide on postoperative adynamic ileus (PAI) was evaluated. The patients were stratified into two groups: Group A--those with laparotomy without a gastrointestin...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Davidson ED,Hersh T,Brinner RA,Barnett SM,Boyle LP

更新日期：1979-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to identify procedure-specific risk factors independently associated with incisional hernia (IH) and demonstrate the feasibility of preoperative risk stratification through the use of an IH risk calculator app and decision-support interface. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA:IH occurs after 1...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Basta MN,Kozak GM,Broach RB,Messa CA 4th,Rhemtulla I,DeMatteo RP,Serletti JM,Fischer JP

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study is to investigate the prevalence and disparity of chronic opioid usage in surgical patients and the potential risk factors associated with chronic opioid usage. BACKGROUND:Chronic opioid usage is common in surgical patients; however, the characteristics of opioid usage in surgical...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Jiang X,Orton M,Feng R,Hossain E,Malhotra NR,Zager EL,Liu R

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Our objective was to evaluate the safety and durability of biologic mesh for single-staged reconstruction of contaminated fields. INTRODUCTION:The presence of contamination during ventral hernia repair (VHR) poses a significant challenge. Some advocate for a multistaged reconstructive approach with delayed d...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Rosen MJ,Krpata DM,Ermlich B,Blatnik JA

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Esophagectomy is a technically challenging procedure, associated with significant morbidity. The introduction of minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) has reduced postoperative morbidity. OBJECTIVE:Although the short-term effect on complications is increasingly being recognized, the impact on long-term sur...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Fransen LFC,Berkelmans GHK,Asti E,van Berge Henegouwen MI,Berlth F,Bonavina L,Brown A,Bruns C,van Daele E,Gisbertz SS,Grimminger PP,Gutschow CA,Hannink G,Hölscher AH,Kauppi J,Lagarde SM,Mercer S,Moons J,Nafteux P,Ni

更新日期：2020-01-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the in vivo effects of hypertonic saline (HTS) resuscitation on the interactions of endothelial cells (ECs) and polymorphonuclear neutrophils (PMNs) and vascular permeability after hemorrhagic shock. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA:The PMN has been implicated in the pathogenesis of EC damage and organ in...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Pascual JL,Ferri LE,Seely AJ,Campisi G,Chaudhury P,Giannias B,Evans DC,Razek T,Michel RP,Christou NV

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nutritional status was investigated in 10 patients who had previously undergone total gastrectomy without evidence of malignancy. The ability of these patients to ingest and absorb adequate amounts of nutrients was examined. Metabolic balance studies were also performed to discover how effectively these patients coul...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Bradley EL 3rd,Isaacs J,Hersh T,Davidson ED,Millikan W

更新日期：1975-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze long-term weight loss, changes in comorbidities and quality of life, and late complications after laparoscopic and open gastric bypass. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA:Early results from our prospective randomized trial comparing the outcome of laparoscopic versus open gastric bypass demonstrated less pos...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Puzziferri N,Austrheim-Smith IT,Wolfe BM,Wilson SE,Nguyen NT

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From January 1972 through December 1974, at Saint Louis University Medical Center (SLU), 345 patients similar to those of the VA Cooperative Coronary Artery Study received CABG. Operative mortality was SLU 2.3%, VA 5.6% (p < 0.05). Perioperative myocardial infarction rate was SLU 8.4%, VA 18% (p < 0.005). One year gra...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Kaiser GC,Barner HB,Tyras DH,Codd JE,Mudd JG,Willman VL

更新日期：1978-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify and prioritize hazards in surgical wards and recommend interventions. BACKGROUND:Retrospective and prospective studies report the frequency and severity of surgical adverse events, but not in sufficient detail to allow interventions to be recommended in surgical wards. METHODS:Seventy hours of o...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Anderson O,Brodie A,Vincent CA,Hanna GB

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After attaching appropriate monitoring devices enabling the measurement of the slope of the left ventricular function curve, left atrial pressure, mean aortic pressure, peak left ventricular pressure, and tension time index, three groups of ten dogs were subjected to varying periods of hemorrhagic shock until a slope ...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Proctor HJ,Hsiao H,Fry J,Ebert C

更新日期：1975-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the literature with regard to outcome of surgical management for hilar cholangiocarcinoma (Klatskin tumor). BACKGROUND:Hilar cholangiocarcinoma is a rare tumor with a poor prognosis. Surgical resection provides the only possibility for cure. Advances in hepatobiliary imaging and surgical strategies...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Ito F,Cho CS,Rikkers LF,Weber SM

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to explore the impact of a human factors intervention bundle on the quality of ward-based surgical care in a UK hospital. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Improving the culture of a surgical team is a difficult task. Engagement with stakeholders before intervention is key. Studies have shown that ...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Johnston MJ,Arora S,King D,Darzi A

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:"The elderly" is an often used but poorly defined descriptor of surgical patients. Investigators have used varying subjectively determined age cutoffs to report outcomes in the elderly. We set out to use objective outcomes data to determine the "at-risk" elderly population. METHODS: PATIENTS:129,331 patient...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： Kurian AA,Wang L,Grunkemeier G,Bhayani NH,Swanström LL

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From 1966 to 1975, 38 patients underwent 42 procedures for renovascular hypertension; 35 operations were aortorenal bypasses and 7 were nephrectomies. Forty-five per cent of the patients were cured, 43% were improved and 12% were unimproved. There were no operative deaths and only three late deaths. Two grafts occlude...

journal_title：Annals of surgery

authors： McCombs PR,Berkowitz HD,Roberts B

更新日期：1975-12-01 00:00:00