Reconstructed gastric conduit obstruction caused by a bezoar after esophagectomy: a case report.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Over the last few years, there has been increasing attention on surgical procedures to treat haemorrhoids. The Milligan-Morgan haemorrhoidectomy is still one of the most popular surgical treatments of haemorrhoids. The aim of the present work is to assess postoperative pain, together with other early and lat...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Diana G,Guercio G,Cudia B,Ricotta C

更新日期：2009-10-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the treatment of spinal cord tumors, complete tumor resection with complete reconstruction of the spine represents the ideal goal. However, for the treatment of heavily calcified spinal meningioma, en-bloc resection of the tumor together with the involved dura at the tumor base through laminectomy is quit...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Miyakoshi N,Hongo M,Kasukawa Y,Shimada Y

更新日期：2015-07-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Papillary thyroid cancer (PTC) is the most common form of well-differentiated endocrine malignancy. Distant metastases of PTC are rare and usually occur in the bones, lungs, and thoracic lymph nodes despite the common locoregional metastases to the lymph nodes of the neck. The metastasis of PTC to the pancre...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Ren H,Ke N,Tan C,Wang X,Cao W,Liu X

更新日期：2020-04-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with cirrhosis have a high incidence of abdominal wall hernias and carry an elevated perioperative morbidity and mortality. The optimal surgical management strategy as well as timing of abdominal hernia repair remains controversial. METHODS:A cohort study of 67 cirrhotic patients who underwent hern...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Andraus W,Pinheiro RS,Lai Q,Haddad LBP,Nacif LS,D'Albuquerque LAC,Lerut J

更新日期：2015-05-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intestinal ischemia is an abdominal emergency that accounts for approximately 2% of gastrointestinal illnesses. It represents a complex of diseases caused by impaired blood perfusion to the small and/or large bowel including acute arterial mesenteric ischemia (AAMI), acute venous mesenteric ischemia (AVMI), ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Reginelli A,Iacobellis F,Berritto D,Gagliardi G,Di Grezia G,Rossi M,Fonio P,Grassi R

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inguinal hernias account for 75% of abdominal wall hernias, with a lifetime risk of 27% in men and 3% in women. Major complications are recurrence, chronic pain, and surgical site infection, but their frequency is low. Few studies have reported a calcified mesh causing neuropathy by chronic compression of th...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Ohkura Y,Haruta S,Shinohara H,Lee S,Fukui Y,Kobayashi N,Momose K,Ueno M,Udagawa H

更新日期：2015-05-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast-preserving surgery (Bp) and sentinel lymph node biopsy (SNB) are established as standard treatment for axillary lymph node-negative early breast cancer. METHODS:A surgical technique using manual blunt dissection (MBD), in which use of electrocautery, an ultrasonically activated scalpel, and ligation ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Kashiwagi S,Onoda N,Asano Y,Kurata K,Morisaki T,Noda S,Kawajiri H,Takashima T,Hirakawa K

更新日期：2015-10-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Perioperative complications cause significant pediatric morbidity and mortality in low- and lower middle -income countries. This study investigates factors associated with prolonged length of stay, 90-day readmission and in-hospital mortality among pediatric patients at Eastern Regional Hospital (ERH...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Peiffer S,Ssentongo AE,Keeney L,Amponsah-Manu F,Yeboako R,Ofosu-Akromah R,Arkorful TE,Agyemang E,Tsai A,Oh J,Ssentongo P

更新日期：2020-09-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The bare area was reportedly formed by direct adhesion between the liver and diaphragm, meaning that the bare area lacked serosal components. This study aimed to analyze the structure of the bare area by an integrated study of surgical and laparoscopic images and pathological studies and describe surgical pr...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Ishii T,Seo S,Ito T,Ogiso S,Fukumitsu K,Taura K,Kaido T,Uemoto S

更新日期：2020-07-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Surgical bleeding can be associated with an increased risk of morbidity and mortality across all surgical areas. Thus, numerous products have been developed to achieve haemostasis. A flowable haemostatic matrix such as Floseal® can quickly and reliably stop bleeding across the full spectrum of bleeding scena...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Echave M,Oyagüez I,Casado MA

更新日期：2014-12-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spinal surgery is increasingly being done in the outpatient setting. We reviewed our experience with inpatient and outpatient single-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion with plating (ACDF+P). METHODS:All patients undergoing single-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion with plating between ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Liu JT,Briner RP,Friedman JA

更新日期：2009-03-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Proteinuria is a manifestation of renal dysfunction and it has been demonstrated to be a significant prognostic factor in various clinical situations. The study was designed to analyze prognosis of patients receiving liver transplantation as well as to determine predictive performance of perioperative protei...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Pan HC,Chen YJ,Lin JP,Tsai MJ,Jenq CC,Lee WC,Tsai MH,Fan PC,Chang CH,Chang MY,Tian YC,Hung CC,Fang JT,Yang CW,Chen YC

更新日期：2016-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Complex proximal humerus fractures with metaphyseal comminution remain challenging regarding reduction and stability. In most fracture patterns the hard bone of the bicipital groove remains intact. In this case series, we describe a novel technique of hybrid double plate osteosynthesis of complex proximal hu...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Theopold J,Marquaß B,Fakler J,Steinke H,Josten C,Hepp P

更新日期：2016-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Complete pathological response occurs in 10-20% of patients with rectal cancer who are treated with neoadjuvant chemoradiation therapy prior to pelvic surgery. The possibility that complete pathological response of rectal cancer can also occur with neoadjuvant chemotherapy alone (without radiation) is an int...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Naiken SP,Toso C,Rubbia-Brandt L,Thomopoulos T,Roth A,Mentha G,Morel P,Gervaz P

更新日期：2014-01-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Demineralised bone matrix (DBM) has shown to be effective in enhancing posterior fusion of the spine. Several animal studies and clinical investigations in humans showed its successful remodelling. The use of allogenic matrix may decrease the need of autologous bone graft and therefore helps prevent correspo...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Bouaicha S,von Rechenberg B,Osterhoff G,Wanner GA,Simmen HP,Werner CM

更新日期：2013-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To estimate the proportion of elderly patients (>70 years) with breast cancer eligible for an Exclusive IntraOperative RadioTherapy (E-IORT) and to evaluate their local recurrence-free survival rate. METHODS:This retrospective study examining two cohorts focuses on patients over 70 years old: a multi-centri...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Lambaudie E,Houvenaeghel G,Ziouèche A,Knight S,Dravet F,Garbay JR,Giard S,Charitansky H,Cohen M,Faure C,Hudry D,Azuar P,Villet R,Gimbergues P,de Lara CT,Tallet A,Bannier M,Minsat M,Resbeut M

更新日期：2016-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Overall cancer incidence rates decreased in the most recent time period in both men and women, largely due to improvements in surgical therapeutic approaches (tertiary prevention) and screening programs (secondary prevention), but differences in cancer incidence and survival according to socioeconomic status...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Rametta S,Grosso G,Galvano F,Mistretta A,Marventano S,Nolfo F,Buscemi S,Gangi S,Basile F,Biondi A

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The reported incidence of hollow viscus injuries (HVI) in blunt trauma patients is approximately 1%. The most common site of injury to the intestine in blunt abdominal trauma (BAT) is the small bowel followed by colon, with mesenteric injuries occurring three times more commonly than bowel injuries. Isolated...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Vailas MG,Moris D,Orfanos S,Vergadis C,Papalampros A

更新日期：2015-10-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The outcomes in patients with pancreatic or ampulla tumors remain unsatisfactory, especially with invasion into the hepatic artery (HA) or the superior mesenteric artery (SMA). In this setting, pancreatectomy combined with arterial resection and reconstruction may offer the possibility of an en-block resecti...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Zhang Q,Wu J,Tian Y,Duan J,Shao Y,Yan S,Wang W

更新日期：2019-10-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fecal incontinence is a common and severely disabling disorder. For patients with severe fecal incontinence, surgery may prove to be the only adequate treatment option. METHODS:This study reports on 43 patients that were treated with a prosthetic sphincter system between 2005 and 2009 in three coloproctolog...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Goos M,Baumgartner U,Löhnert M,Thomusch O,Ruf G

更新日期：2013-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To explore the safety and effectiveness of a modified surgical technique which could shorten the time of renal ischemia in left renal cancer and Mayo level II to IV inferior vena cava (IVC) tumor thrombus. METHOD:We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of 14 cases with left renal cell carcinoma (RCC) ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Zhuo L,Guodong Z,Xun Z,Shiying T,Peng H,Li Z,Liwei L,Shudong Z,Guoliang W,Xiaojun T,Cheng L,Hongxian Z,Lulin M

更新日期：2020-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic appendectomy is not yet unanimously considered the "gold standard" in the treatment of acute appendicitis because of its higher operative time, intra-abdominal abscess risk, and costs compared to open appendectomy. This study aimed to compare outcomes and cost of laparoscopic and open appendecto...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Minutolo V,Licciardello A,Di Stefano B,Arena M,Arena G,Antonacci V

更新日期：2014-03-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neuralgia due to iliohypogastric nerve entrapment from sutures and mesh after inguinal hernioplasty is a rare entity in clinic. Its' awareness and management remain a clinical challenge. CASE PRESENTATION:We report a case of 54-year-old male who presented with post-operative pain after 1 month and sensory d...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Shadhu K,Ramlagun D,Chen S,Liu L

更新日期：2018-08-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Excisional haemorrhoidectomy is the gold standard technique in patients with III and IV degree haemorrhoidal disease (HD). However, it is associated with a significant rate of post-operative pain. The aim of our study was to evaluate the efficacy of mesoglycan in the post-operative period of patients who und...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Gallo G,Di Saverio S,Clerico G,Sturiale A,Manigrasso M,Luc AR,Trompetto M,Sammarco G,MeHAEMO Working Group.

更新日期：2020-10-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Albumin is an important protein that transports hormones, fatty acids, and exogenous drugs; it also maintains plasma oncotic pressure. Albumin is considered a negative active phase protein because it decreases during injuries and sepsis. In spite of other factors predicting surgical outcomes, the effect of p...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Issangya CE,Msuya D,Chilonga K,Herman A,Shao E,Shirima F,Naman E,Mkumbi H,Pyuza J,Mtui E,Sanga LA,Abdul S,Leyaro BJ,Chugulu S

更新日期：2020-07-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although ectopic pancreatic tissue is common in the upper gastrointestinal tract, the incidence of ectopic pancreatic tissue in the jejunum is low, and malignant transformation in ectopic pancreatic tissue is rare. Furthermore, pancreatic-type acinar cell carcinoma (ACC) developing in the jejunum and ACC acc...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Takagi K,Yagi T,Tanaka T,Umeda Y,Yoshida R,Nobuoka D,Kuise T,Fujiwara T

更新日期：2017-06-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic large para-oesophageal hiatal hernia (LPHH) repair using mesh reinforcement significantly reduces postoperative recurrence rates compared to conventional suture repair, especially within short follow-up times. However, the ideal strategy for repairing LPHH remains disputable because no clear gui...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Khaled I,Priego P,Faisal M,Cuadrado M,García-Moreno F,Ballestero A,Galindo J,Lobo E

更新日期：2019-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a rare but feared complication in hand surgery. Although multimodal therapy concepts are recommended, there is only low evidence on efficacy of such approaches. Furthermore, recommendations regarding therapy duration are lacking. Aim of this study was to validate the ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Kotsougiani-Fischer D,Choi JS,Oh-Fischer JS,Diehm YF,Haug VF,Harhaus L,Gazyakan E,Hirche C,Kneser U,Fischer S

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Weight loss outcomes after bariatric surgery are less favorable in super morbidly obese patients (BMI ≥50 kg/m2). Non-response, either defined as insufficient weight loss or weight regain after initial successful weight loss, is a matter of serious concern in these patients. The primary banded Roux-en-Y gast...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Romeijn MM,Leclercq WKG,Luijten AAPM,Janssen L,van Dielen FMH

更新日期：2020-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tumoral calcinosis (TC) is a rare disease derived from uremic secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT). However, parathyroidectomy (PTX) seems to be ineffective at relieving TC in some patients. In this study, we investigated the relationship between PTX and TC shrinkage. METHODS:We retrospectively followed up ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Wang J,Zeng M,Yang G,Huang Y,Wu B,Guo J,Wang N,Xing C

更新日期：2019-09-11 00:00:00