Clinical pictures mimicking acute hernia complications: are we really daring to violate a traditional abdominal wall surgery dogma?

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gastric cancer with synchronous liver metastasis remains a clinical treatment challenge. There has been a longstanding debate on the question whether surgical resection could be beneficial to long-term survival. This study is to investigate the effectiveness and prognostic factors of combined curative resect...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Wang YN,Shen KT,Ling JQ,Gao XD,Hou YY,Wang XF,Qin J,Sun YH,Qin XY

更新日期：2012-10-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bacteraemia of the donor is not considered to be contraindication of organ procurement. On the other hand, infection of solid organ transplant recipients remains to be a major cause of their morbidity and mortality. When using organs from bacteraemic donors, individual risks need to be assessed and the appro...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Kieslichova E,Protus M,Nemcova D,Uchytilova E

更新日期：2019-08-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To compare the safety and accuracy of the 3D-printed operation guide template technique and the free-hand technique in the placement of the S2-alar-iliac (S2AI) screw. METHODS:We conducted a retrospective analysis of 47 patients undergoing S2AI screw placement in our hospital, divided into the 3D-printed op...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Zhao Y,Ma Y,Liang J,Luo H,Cai X,Xu Y,Lu S

更新日期：2020-10-29 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：:Descending necrotizing mediastinitis is a life-threatening complication of an oropharyngeal infection that requires prompt and aggressive medical and surgical therapy. Herein, we report unusual case of man suffering of sub-acute mediastinal infection due to odontoiatric abscess which exacerbated at 3 months after its ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Di Crescenzo V,Laperuta P,Napolitano F,Carlomagno C,Danzi M,Amato B,Garzi A,Vitale M

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The dermoid cyst considered a cystic teratoma derived from embryonic germinal epithelium is a slow-growing benign tumour. Dermoid cysts may occur in the orbital and periorbital region in paediatric patients and are often recurrent. The surgical approach depends upon the site of the lesion, superficial or dee...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Villalón ML,Leal MLÁ,Chávez JR,Santillán EM,Lares-Asseff I,Loera V,Valencia L,Camacho B,Alvarado B,Cervantes V,Patrón L,Almanza H

更新日期：2018-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Restorative proctocolectomy is increasingly being performed minimal invasively but a totally laparoscopic technique has not yet been compared to the standard open technique in a randomized study. METHODS/DESIGN:This is a two armed, single centre, expertise based, preoperatively randomized, patient blinded s...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Antolovic D,Kienle P,Knaebel HP,Schmidt J,Gutt CN,Weitz J,Koch M,Büchler MW,Seiler CM

更新日期：2006-11-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transplantation is the only treatment offering long-term benefit to patients with chronic kidney failure. Live donor nephrectomy is performed on healthy individuals who do not receive direct therapeutic benefit of the procedure themselves. In order to guarantee the donor's safety, it is important to optimise...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Dols LF,Kok NF,Terkivatan T,Tran TC,d'Ancona FC,Langenhuijsen JF,zur Borg IR,Alwayn IP,Hendriks MP,Dooper IM,Weimar W,Ijzermans JN

更新日期：2010-03-25 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:Although Mirizzi syndrome is widely reported in literature, little is known about acute acalcholous cholecystitis determinig the findings of a Mirizzi syndrome. CASE PRESENTATION:We report a case of MRCP-confirmed Mirizzi syndrome in acute acalculous cholecystitis resolved by surgery. CONCLUSION:Acute acal...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Milone M,Musella M,Maietta P,Gaudioso D,Pisapia A,Coretti G,De Palma G,Milone F

更新日期：2014-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Jejunal diverticula are the rarest of all small bowel diverticula. Most patients with jejunal diverticula are asymptomatic. Major complications include diverticulitis, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, intestinal obstruction and perforation. The hemorrhage has been attributed to diverticulitis with ulceration, di...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Mazahreh TS,Aleshawi AJ,Alorjani MS,Elayyan R,Al-Zoubi NA

更新日期：2019-06-27 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:This study aimed to identify and review associations between the types of sutures used for uterine compression suture (UCS) and its outcomes in postpartum hemorrhage. METHODS:An electronic search using PubMed and Scopus databases was performed. We included the English articles reported from January 1, 1997,...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Matsuzaki S,Jitsumori M,Hara T,Matsuzaki S,Nakagawa S,Miyake T,Takiuchi T,Kakigano A,Kobayashi E,Tomimatsu T,Kimura T

更新日期：2019-12-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The posterior and anterior circumflex humeral artery (PCHA and ACHA) are crucial for the blood supply of humeral head. We aimed to identify simple landmarks for guiding the quick access to PCHA and ACHA, which might help to protect the arteries during the surgical management of proximal humeral fractures. M...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Chen YX,Zhu Y,Wu FH,Zheng X,Wangyang YF,Yuan H,Xie XX,Li DY,Wang CJ,Shi HF

更新日期：2014-06-26 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/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: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:Duodenal stump fistula (DSF) remains one of the most serious complications following subtotal or total gastrectomy, as it endangers patient's life. DSF is related to high mortality (16-20%) and morbidity (75%) rates. DSF-related morbidity always leads to longer hospitalization times due to medical and surgic...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Zizzo M,Ugoletti L,Manzini L,Castro Ruiz C,Nita GE,Zanelli M,De Marco L,Besutti G,Scalzone R,Sassatelli R,Annessi V,Manenti A,Pedrazzoli C

更新日期：2019-05-28 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: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:Prophylactic central neck lymph-nodes dissection is still a topic of major debate in Literature. There is a lack of randomized controlled trials proving advantages in its application in terms of overall survival and local recurrence. Due to the recent rapid increase of elderly population, differentiated tumo...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Gambardella C,Patrone R,Di Capua F,Offi C,Mauriello C,Clarizia G,Andretta C,Polistena A,Sanguinetti A,Calò P,Docimo G,Avenia N,Conzo G

更新日期：2019-04-24 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:Anastomotic leak is the most common and serious complication following esophagectomy. Endoscopic vacuum-assisted closure (EVAC) is a promising method for treating anastomotic leak. We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of EVAC and to identify factors associated with longer treatment duration for esophageal anast...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Min YW,Kim T,Lee H,Min BH,Kim HK,Choi YS,Lee JH,Rhee PL,Kim JJ,Zo JI,Shim YM

更新日期：2019-04-11 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:Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) has been a revolutionary development in the treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs). Meanwhile, unfavorable anatomy of the aneurysm has always been a challenge to vascular surgeons, and the application of EVAR in emergent and elderly patients are still in dispute. ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Wu N,Liu C,Fu Q,Zeng R,Chen Y,Yang G,Liu B

更新日期：2014-03-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Suspected acute appendicitis is the most frequent cause for emergency operations in visceral surgery worldwide. In approximately twenty percent of all cases however, the diagnosis is incorrect and patients undergo surgery without having acute appendicitis. Operations of bland appendices put patients at risk ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Bachmann LM,Bischof DB,Bischofberger SA,Bonani MG,Osann FM,Steurer J

更新日期：2002-04-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Internal hernias include paraduodenal, pericecal, through foramen of Winslow, intersigmoid and retroanastomotic hernias. These hernias could be either congenital or acquired after abdominal surgery. They account for approximately 0.5-5 % of all cases of intestinal obstruction. CASE PRESENTATION:A 48-year-ol...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Subasinghe D,Keppetiyagama CT,Samarasekera DN

更新日期：2015-05-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:laparoscopic adrenalectomy has become the standard treatment for adrenal lesions. The better clinical outcoms of laparoscopic technique are valid for treatment of small benign masses (< 5-6 cm), instead there are still open questions in literature regarding the correct management of larger lesions (> 6 cm) o...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Di Buono G,Buscemi S,Lo Monte AI,Geraci G,Sorce V,Citarrella R,Gulotta E,Palumbo VD,Fazzotta S,Gulotta L,Albano D,Galia M,Romano G,Agrusa A

更新日期：2019-04-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Angiolipoma is a rare, benign tumor that primarily develops in the limbs and trunk. The occurrence of angiolipoma in the lungs is extremely rare; to date, only two cases of primary bronchial angiolipoma have been reported. Here, we report a case of angiolipoma of the right bronchus intermedius that was succe...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Kamata S,Ishida I,Sugawara T,Yaegashi H,Oura H

更新日期：2019-01-31 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