Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery versus muscle-sparing thoracotomy for non-small cell lung cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

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

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:Herein we present our experience with laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) in managing common bile duct stones. METHODS:Data of 129 consecutive patients who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) and LCBDE done at our institutes from April 2011 through June 2016 were prospectively recorded...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Salama AF,Abd Ellatif ME,Abd Elaziz H,Magdy A,Rizk H,Basheer M,Jamal W,Dawoud I,El Nakeeb A

更新日期：2017-03-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aneurysms of the peroneal artery are infrequent and consist mainly of pseudoaneurysms. CASE PRESENTATION:This report describes an unusual case of peroneal pseudoaneurysm developing after thromoboembolectomy with a Fogarty catheter. It was managed successfully using an endovascular technique consisting of se...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Sadat U,See T,Cousins C,Hayes P,Gaunt M

更新日期：2007-03-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is a promising alternative to open surgery although concerns exist in regard to laparoscopic treatment of pheocromocytoma. This report compares the outcome of laparoscopic and conventional (open) resection for pheocromocytoma particular in regard to intraoperative hemodynamic stabi...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Edwin B,Kazaryan AM,Mala T,Pfeffer PF,Tønnessen TI,Fosse E

更新日期：2001-01-01 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:Persisting abdominal complaints are common after an episode of diverticulitis treated conservatively. Furthermore, some patients develop frequent recurrences. These two groups of patients suffer greatly from their disease, as shown by impaired health related quality of life and increased costs due to multipl...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： van de Wall BJ,Draaisma WA,Consten EC,van der Graaf Y,Otten MH,de Wit GA,van Stel HF,Gerhards MF,Wiezer MJ,Cense HA,Stockmann HB,Leijtens JW,Zimmerman DD,Belgers E,van Wagensveld BA,Sonneveld ED,Prins HA,Coene PP,Kars

更新日期：2010-08-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Kimura's disease is a rare, benign chronic inflammatory disease of unknown etiology that mostly affects Asians. The disease typically presents as subcutaneous masses in the head or neck region that are predominantly found in the preauricular and submandibular areas. CASE PRESENTATION:A 7-year-old boy presen...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Bi S,Gu J,Hu C

更新日期：2020-09-21 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:Restorative proctocolectomy with ileopouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) is the treatment of choice for intractable or complicated ulcerative colitis(UC). Elderly patients often present with acute colitis requiring emergent subtotal colectomy(SC). Frail patients are at risk of developing septic complications relat...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Pellino G,Sciaudone G,Candilio G,Canonico S,Selvaggi F

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Three-dimensional (3D) printing may represent a useful tool to provide, in surgery, a good representation of surgical scenario before surgery, particularly in complex cases. Recently, such a technology has been utilized to plan operative interventions in spinal, neuronal, and cardiac surgeries, but few data ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Marano L,Ricci A,Savelli V,Verre L,Di Renzo L,Biccari E,Costantini G,Marrelli D,Roviello F

更新日期：2019-10-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Non-parasitic splenic cysts are associated with elevated serum carbohydrate antigen (CA) 19-9 levels. We report a case in which a 23-year-old female exhibited a large ruptured splenic cyst and an elevated serum CA19-9 level. CASE PRESENTATION:The patient, who experienced postprandial abdominal pain and vomi...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Imoto Y,Einama T,Fukumura M,Kouzu K,Nagata H,Matsunaga A,Hoshikawa M,Nishikawa M,Kimura A,Noro T,Aosasa S,Shimazaki H,Ueno H,Yamamoto J

更新日期：2019-05-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is generally safe and well-accepted. In rare cases, it is associated with complications (intra- e postoperative bleeding, visceral injury and surgical site infection). Splenic lesion has been reported only after direct trauma. We report an unusual case of splenic rupture pre...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Geraci G,Picciurro A,Attard A,Modica G,Cajozzo M,Sciumè C

更新日期：2014-12-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To investigate the role of magnesium in biochemical and symptomatic hypocalcemia, a retrospective study was conducted. METHODS:Less-than-total thyroidectomy patients were excluded from the final analysis. Identified the risk factors of biochemical and symptomatic hypocalcemia, and investigated the correlati...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Luo H,Yang H,Zhao W,Wei T,Su A,Wang B,Zhu J

更新日期：2017-05-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pancytopenia is a rare complication of hyperthyroidism. Various mechanisms have been described such as immunological, bone marrow suppression. The possibility of hyperthyroidism should be considered in patients with unexplained pancytopenia. There are many case reports showing the association between hyperth...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Jha P,Singh YP,Ghimire B,Jha BK

更新日期：2014-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Immediate laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the accepted standard for the treatment of acute cholecystitis. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the feasibility of a standardized approach with tailored care maps for pre- and postoperative care by comparing pain, nausea and patient satisfaction after el...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Grass F,Cachemaille M,Blanc C,Fournier N,Halkic N,Demartines N,Hübner M

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chest wall necrosis can manifest as a late effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer. Only two cases of fistulas communicating with the respiratory tract as a result of radiation-induced necrosis of the lungs or bronchi have been reported. To the best of our knowledge, we report the first case of a pulmo...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Azuma R,Kajita M,Kubo S,Kiyosawa T

更新日期：2019-02-02 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:Atlantoaxial fusion has been widely used for the treatment of atlantoaxial instability (AAI). However, atlantoaxial fusion sacrifices the motion of atlantoaxial articulation, and postoperative loss of cervical lordosis and aggravation of cervical kyphosis are observed. We investigated various factors under t...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Ha BJ,Won YD,Ryu JI,Han MH,Cheong JH,Kim JM,Chun HJ,Bak KH,Bae IS

更新日期：2020-11-04 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 evaluate whether the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), as a prognostic indicator, in patients can differentiate between simple and severe cholecystitis. METHODS:A database of 632 patients who underwent cholecystectomy due to cholecystitis during approximately a seven-year span in a single institution...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Lee SK,Lee SC,Park JW,Kim SJ

更新日期：2014-11-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acupuncture is a famous traditional medicine in China, but the complications caused by broken acupuncture needles have been rarely reported. It seems easy to remove the foreign matters usually, but things become difficulty in special issues. Here, we reported a recently encountered case to provide an importa...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Liu ZH,Wang HD,Xu X,Man LB

更新日期：2019-08-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Total mesorectal excision (TME) with or without neoadjuvant concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT) is the treatment for rectal cancer (RC). Recently, the use of conventional laparoscopic surgery (LS) or robotic-assisted surgery (RS) has been on a steady increase cases. However, various oncological outcomes from...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Chen YT,Huang CW,Ma CJ,Tsai HL,Yeh YS,Su WC,Chai CY,Wang JY

更新日期：2020-02-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The present study aimed to compare the perioperative safety and long-term survival of patients with synchronous colorectal liver metastases undergoing sequential resection (SeR), delayed resection (DeR) and simultaneous resection (SiR). METHODS:From January 2007 to December 2016, data from patients undergoi...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Wang LJ,Wang HW,Jin KM,Li J,Xing BC

更新日期：2020-01-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) provide guidelines regarding axillary nodal evaluation in ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), but data regarding national compliance with these guidelines remains incomplete. METHODS:We conducted a retrospecti...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Mitchell KB,Lin H,Shen Y,Colfry A,Kuerer H,Shaitelman SF,Babiera GV,Bedrosian I

更新日期：2017-02-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An incisional hernia is a common complication following abdominal surgery. Polypropylene mesh is frequently used in the repair of such defects and has nearly become the standard surgical treatment modality. Though they are very effective in reducing recurrence, mesh materials exhibit a strong stimulating eff...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Aydin O,Aydinuraz K,Agalar F,Sahiner IT,Agalar C,Bayram C,Denkbas EB,Atasoy P

更新日期：2017-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The acute inflammatory response following mesh implantation has been often evaluated in vitro and in animal models. The aim of this study was to evaluate the acute inflammatory response near the prosthesis in human by analysing some inflammatory indicators. METHODS:We used a cohort of twelve male patients a...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Patti R,Caruso AM,Aiello P,Angelo GL,Buscemi S,Di Vita G

更新日期：2014-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Distal cholangiocarcinoma (DCC) is a rare but over the last decade increasing malignancy and is associated with poor prognosis. According to the present knowledge curative surgery is the only chance for long term survival. This study was performed to evaluate prognostic factors for the outcome of patients un...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Beetz O,Klein M,Schrem H,Gwiasda J,Vondran FWR,Oldhafer F,Cammann S,Klempnauer J,Oldhafer KJ,Kleine M

更新日期：2018-08-13 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:Colorectal cancer represents the most common malignancy of the gastrointestinal tract. Owing to differences in dietary habits and lifestyle, this neoplasm is more common in industrialized countries than in developing ones. Evidence from a wide range of sources supports the assumption that the link between di...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Uccello M,Malaguarnera G,Basile F,D'agata V,Malaguarnera M,Bertino G,Vacante M,Drago F,Biondi A

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00