Cotton Bezoar--a rare cause of intestinal obstruction: case report.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lymph node metastasis (LNM) is most common in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). The bi-directional spread is a key feature of LNM in patients with thoracic esophageal SCC (TE-SCC). The purpose of this study was to analyze the prognostic factors of survival in patients with TE-SCC with cervical lymph ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Chen J,Wu S,Zheng X,Pan J,Zhu K,Chen Y,Li J,Liao L,Lin Y,Liao Z

更新日期：2014-12-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Management of emergency general surgical conditions remains a challenge in rural sub-Saharan Africa due to issues such as insufficient human capacity and infrastructure. This study describes the burden of emergency general surgical conditions and the ability to provide care for these conditions at three rura...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Mpirimbanyi C,Nyirimodoka A,Lin Y,Hedt-Gauthier BL,Odhiambo J,Nkurunziza T,Havens JM,Omondi J,Rwamasirabo E,Ntirenganya F,Toma G,Mubiligi J,Bayitondere S,Riviello R

更新日期：2017-12-01 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:Total colonic aganglionosis (TCA) is a rare variant of Hirschsprung's disease occurring in 3-10% of the cases. Only few studies reported the long-term clinical and metabolic outcomes of patients with TCA. The aim of this study was to evaluate the functional and metabolic long-term outcomes of children underg...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Urla C,Lieber J,Obermayr F,Busch A,Schweizer R,Warmann SW,Kirschner HJ,Fuchs J

更新日期：2018-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Metastatic lesions to the proximal femur occur frequently (about 10% of patients with cancer) and require surgical treatment. There are many surgical methods of treatment, however, use of the tumor modular endoprostheses seems to be particularly promising. The aim of study was to evaluate oncological and fun...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Guzik G

更新日期：2018-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The continuously increasing survivorship of female breast cancer makes the monitoring and improvement of patients' quality of life ever so important. While globally there is a growing body of research on health-related quality of life 1 year after surgical treatment for non-metastatic breast cancer, up-to-da...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Yfantis A,Sarafis P,Moisoglou I,Tolia M,Intas G,Tiniakou I,Zografos K,Zografos G,Constantinou M,Nikolentzos A,Kontos M

更新日期：2020-09-21 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:Ileal ureter replacement is an alternative treatment for various length ureter defects. We present our experience and outcome of ileal ureter replacement in China. METHODS:We retrospectively collected data of patients who underwent ileal ureter replacement between January 2010 and January 2015. We reviewed ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Zhong W,Hong P,Ding G,Yang K,Li X,Bao J,Bao G,Cui L,Men C,Li Z,Zhang P,Chu N,Zhou L

更新日期：2019-01-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The association between delayed gastric emptying (DGE) after pancreatoduodenectomy (PD) and pancreatic reconstruction technique remain unclear. The aim of this study is to investigate whether the occurrence of DGE differs between pancreaticojejunostomy (PJ) and pancreaticogastrostomy (PG). METHODS:A total o...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Hayama S,Senmaru N,Hirano S

更新日期：2020-04-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increases in the levels of serum C-reactive protein (CRP) and creatinine (Cr) and decreases in those of albumin (Alb) are commonly observed in acute pancreatitis (AP). We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of the Cr/Alb and CRP/Alb ratios in the prediction of surgical treatment effect in AP patients. METHODS:Th...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Zhao Z,Yu Y,Xie R,Yang K,Xu D,Li L,Lin J,Zheng L,Zhang C,Xu X,Chen Y,Xu Z,Chen E,Luo M,Fei J

更新日期：2020-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study investigated perioperative clinical risk factors for early post-transplant bacteremia in patients undergoing living donor liver transplantation (LDLT). Additionally, postoperative outcomes were compared between patients with and without early post-transplant bacteremia. METHODS:Clinical data of 6...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Park J,Kim BW,Choi HJ,Hong SH,Park CS,Choi JH,Chae MS

更新日期：2020-03-12 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

abstract：BACKGROUND:Median arcuate ligament syndrome is a rare condition with abdominal symptoms. Accepted treatment options are open release of median arcuate ligament, laparoscopic release of edian arcuate ligament, robot-assisted release of median arcuate ligament and open vascular treatment. Here we aimed to evaluate the ce...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Duran M,Simon F,Ertas N,Schelzig H,Floros N

更新日期：2017-08-29 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:Postoperative peritoneal adhesion formation following abdominal surgery remains a relevant surgical problem. The application of soluble physico-chemical barriers like 4% icodextrin is one approach to protect the peritoneal surface from getting linked to adhesive scar. The aim of this study was to investigate...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Klink CD,Schickhaus P,Binnebösel M,Jockenhoevel S,Rosch R,Tolba R,Neumann UP,Klinge U

更新日期：2013-09-10 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: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:Inguinal hernia repair has often been used as a showcase to illustrate practice variation in surgery. This study determined the degree of hospital variation in proportion of patients with an inguinal hernia undergoing operative repair and the effect of this variation on clinical outcomes. METHODS:A nationwi...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Latenstein CSS,Thunnissen FM,Harker M,Groenewoud S,Noordenbos MW,Atsma F,de Reuver PR

更新日期：2021-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To investigate the potential mechanism of splenic enlargement in Ang II/APOE model and the associations between the spleen volume and the indices of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) in human. METHODS:To investigate the changes of spleen volume on AAA formation, apolipoprotein E knockout (Apo E-/-) mice were ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Li FD,Kang R,Nie H,Wang XM,Zheng YH

更新日期：2017-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infected nonunion of the humeral diaphysis is a challenging problem for orthopedic surgeons. This study aimed to evaluate the outcome of using a locking compression plate (LCP) as a definitive external fixator in the management of infected nonunion of the humeral diaphysis after failure of internal fixation....

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Xiao C,Tang F,Zhou Y,Zhang W,Luo Y,Duan H,Tu C

更新日期：2016-08-05 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: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:To compare the clinical efficacy of single posterior debridement, bone grafting and instrumentation with that of single-stage anterior debridement, bone grafting and posterior instrumentation for treatment of adult patients with thoracic and thoracolumbar spinal tuberculosis (TB). METHODS:We performed a ret...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Zhou Y,Li W,Liu J,Gong L,Luo J

更新日期：2018-09-03 00:00:00

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: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: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: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:Mesh repair of incisional hernia is superior to the conventional technique. From all available materials for open surgery polypropylene (PP) is the most widely used. Development resulted in meshes with larger pore size, decreased mesh surface and lower weight. The aim of this retrospective non randomized stu...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Ladurner R,Chiapponi C,Linhuber Q,Mussack T

更新日期：2011-09-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to test the effect of different pulse frequencies and amplitudes during gastric stimulation (GS) on gastric emptying in the rat. METHODS:GS was performed in 2 groups of laparotomized rats: healthy control animals, and rats with acute diabetes. The effects of four pulse frequencies ...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Le Blanc-Louvry I,Guerre F,Songné B,Ducrotté P

更新日期：2002-07-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several studies have emphasized the importance of restoring thoracic kyphosis (TK) in the setting of AIS, but very few have discussed changes in cervical spine alignment following surgery. Aim of this study was to evaluate reciprocal cervical alignment change after modification of global and regional thoraco...

journal_title：BMC surgery

authors： Pepke W,Almansour H,Lafage R,Diebo BG,Wiedenhöfer B,Schwab F,Lafage V,Akbar M

更新日期：2019-01-15 00:00:00