abstract：BACKGROUND:A recent analysis found bradycardia during laparoscopy as a potential early warning sign of cardiac arrest. Knowledge regarding bradycardia frequency and its consequences during laparoscopy is limited. METHODS:Using the computerized record database, files of 9915 patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery, be...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Dabush-Elisha I,Goren O,Herscovici A,Matot I

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is a need for relevant, valid, and practical metrics to better quantify both need and progress in global pediatric surgery and for monitoring systems performance. There are several existing surgical metrics in use, including disability-adjusted life years (DALYs), surgical backlog, effective coverage, cost-effec...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Poenaru D,Seyi-Olajide JO

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hereditary breast cancers, mainly due to BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations, account for only 5-10% of this disease. The threshold for genetic testing is a 10% likelihood of detecting a mutation, as determined by validated models such as BOADICEA and Manchester Scoring System. A 90-95% reduction in breast cancer risk can be ac...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Yip CH,Evans DG,Agarwal G,Buccimazza I,Kwong A,Morant R,Prakash I,Song CY,Taib NA,Tausch C,Ung O,Meterissian S

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the original article Dennis Den Hartog's name was tagged incorrectly. It is correct as reflected here. ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Dijkink S,Krijnen P,Hage A,Van der Wilden GM,Kasotakis G,Den Hartog D,Salim A,Goslings JC,Bloemers FW,Rhemrev SJ,King DR,Velmahos GC,Schipper IB

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Restorative surgery for rectal cancer is usually criticized by its functional outcomes. The aim of this study is to assess the efficacy "taeniectomy" pouch in comparison with transverse coloplasty pouch. STUDY DESIGN:This was a prospective controlled study. Most patients who were candidate for low rectal resec...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Farag A,Mashhour AN,Elbarmelgi MY

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:A variety of minimally invasive techniques have been proposed to replace open surgery for the treatment of infected pancreatic necrosis (IPN). In this study, we evaluate the feasibility and safety of the stent-assisted percutaneous endoscopic necrosectomy (SAPEN) procedure. METHODS:Data were collec...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Ke L,Mao W,Zhou J,Ye B,Li G,Zhang J,Wang P,Tong Z,Windsor J,Li W

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：: ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Garg PK

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the original article there is an error in Fig. 2. Following is the corrected figure. ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Anderson JE,Ndajiwo AB,Nuhu SA,Lawal OA,Amedu JO,Ameh EA

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Right hepatectomy with caudate lobectomy (RHx) is considered an appropriate procedure for Bismuth type I/II perihilar cholangiocarcinoma in terms of its anatomical and oncological aspect. However, validity of left hepatectomy with caudate lobectomy (LHx) concomitant with arterial resection and reconstruction...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Sugiura T,Okamura Y,Ito T,Yamamoto Y,Ashida R,Ohgi K,Nakagawa M,Uesaka K

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This is a baseline assessment of surgical capacity in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), in preparation for the creation of a National Surgical, Obstetric, Anesthesia, and Nursing Plan. METHODS:In October 2017, all 10 of the 11 secondary hospitals in FCT that provide surgical and/or obstetric care were su...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Anderson JE,Ndajiwo AB,Nuhu SA,Lawal OA,Amedu JO,Ameh EA

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many patients who undergo emergency laparotomy are working, which is a key determinant for an individual's socio-economic status and financial security. The objectives of this study were to compare labour market participation and sick leave in a nationwide patient population undergoing non-malignant emergenc...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Thygesen LC,Gögenur I

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：: ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Darling C,Chao S,Ramamurthi R,Tsui B

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This is the fourth updated Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS®) Society guideline presenting a consensus for optimal perioperative care in colorectal surgery and providing graded recommendations for each ERAS item within the ERAS® protocol. METHODS:A wide database search on English literature publication...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Gustafsson UO,Scott MJ,Hubner M,Nygren J,Demartines N,Francis N,Rockall TA,Young-Fadok TM,Hill AG,Soop M,de Boer HD,Urman RD,Chang GJ,Fichera A,Kessler H,Grass F,Whang EE,Fawcett WJ,Carli F,Lobo DN,Rollins KE,Ba

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Routine preoperative staging in pancreas cancer is controversial. We sought to evaluate the rates of diagnostic laparoscopy (DLAP) for pancreatic cancer. METHODS:We queried the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program for patients with pancreas cancer (2005-2013) and compared groups who underwent DLAP,...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Paracha M,Van Orden K,Patts G,Tseng J,McAneny D,Sachs T

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with renal hyperparathyroidism (RHPT) are susceptible to major electrolyte fluctuations following parathyroidectomy, which may predispose them to early readmission. The purpose of this study is to evaluate risk factors for readmission in patients undergoing parathyroidectomy for RHPT. METHODS:Patie...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Lee JD,Kuo EJ,Du L,Yeh MW,Livhits MJ

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Literature suggests that patient-informing process prior to obtaining surgical informed consent (SIC) does not function well. This study aimed to provide insight into the current practice of SIC in the Netherlands. METHODS:This is a prospective, observational, and multicenter study, conducted in one academi...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Burger BB,Veerman MM,Tellier MA,Leclercq WKG,Mouës-Vink CM,Werker PMN

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Distal splenorenal shunt and coronary caval shunt are commonly used for selective decompression of esophagogastric varices, but they may not solve severe hypersplenism and their application may be hampered by the presence of splenic venous thrombosis or a left gastric vein (LGV) situated deeply behind the pa...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Tian M,Yang Y,Jia D

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Large ventral hernias are a significant surgical challenge. "Loss of domain" (LOD) expresses the relationship between hernia and abdominal volume, and is used to predict operative difficulty and success. This systematic review assessed whether different definitions of LOD are used in the literature. The PubMed databas...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Parker SG,Halligan S,Blackburn S,Plumb AAO,Archer L,Mallett S,Windsor ACJ

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The role for diverting ostomy as a method to help reduce morbidity and mortality has been well established in the combat trauma population. However, factors that influence the type of ostomy used and which ostomies become permanent are poorly studied. We examine patterns of ostomy usage and reversal in a l...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Johnston LR,Bradley MJ,Rodriguez CJ,Mcnally MP,Elster EA,Duncan JE

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The impact of time to readmission (TTR) on post-discharge mortality has not been well examined. We sought to define the impact of TTR on postoperative mortality after liver or pancreas surgery. METHODS:A retrospective cohort analysis of liver and pancreas surgical patients was conducted using 2013-2015 Medi...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Chen Q,Bagante F,Olsen G,Merath K,Idrees JJ,Beal EW,Akgul O,Cloyd J,Dillhoff M,Schmidt C,White S,Pawlik TM

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) originates from calcitonin-producing cells of the thyroid. In 2009, we published our first report on the biological characteristics and prognosis of 118 MTC patients. Herein, we enrolled a larger number of patients with longer follow-up periods to further study the biologica...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Ito Y,Miyauchi A,Kihara M,Higashiiyama T,Fukushima M,Miya A

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the application value of a three-dimensional (3D) printing model in the training of choledochoscopy techniques. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Imaging data from two patients with biliary dilatation were used to produce two 3D reconstruction models which were subsequently constructed into 3D printing models (No....

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Li A,Tang R,Rong Z,Zeng J,Xiang C,Yu L,Zhao W,Dong J

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic reoperative anti-reflux surgery (ARS) has a significantly higher morbidity than laparoscopic primary ARS; however, it is not known whether the same pattern exists within the robotic approach. We aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of robotic reoperative ARS in comparison with primary robot...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Elmously A,Gray KD,Ullmann TM,Fahey TJ 3rd,Afaneh C,Zarnegar R

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of liver resection in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) patients with preoperative renal dysfunction (RD). METHODS:Data from 735 patients undergoing primary liver resection for HCC between 2002 and 2014 were analyzed. Short- and long-term outcomes were comp...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Shirata C,Hasegawa K,Kokudo T,Yamashita S,Yamamoto S,Arita J,Akamatsu N,Kaneko J,Sakamoto Y,Kokudo N

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Post-operative urinary retention (POUR) is a common cause of unplanned admission following day-case surgery and has negative effects on both patient and surgical institution. We aimed to prospectively evaluate potential risk factors for the development of POUR following day-case general surgical procedures. METHO...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Scott AJ,Mason SE,Langdon AJ,Patel B,Mayer E,Moorthy K,Purkayastha S

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Surgical care is critical to establish effective healthcare systems in low- and middle-income countries, yet the unmet need for surgical conditions is as high as 65% in Ugandan children. Financial burden and geographical distance are common barriers to help-seeking in adult populations and are unmeasured in ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： MacKinnon N,St-Louis E,Yousef Y,Situma M,Poenaru D

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM:Previous studies have shown that microscopic vessel invasion (MVI) occurs in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) with a treatment history due to its poorer malignant behavior in comparison with primary HCC. The aim of the present study was to determine the predictors of MVI and overall survival in HCC pat...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Okamura Y,Sugiura T,Ito T,Yamamoto Y,Ashida R,Aramaki T,Uesaka K

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is a major complication and main cause of mortality after pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD). Afferent loop decompression technique (ALDT) has theoretical feasibility to reduce the rate of POPF. The aim of this study is to determine whether ALDT is a protective factor for PO...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Yin J,Lu Z,Wu P,Wu J,Gao W,Wei J,Guo F,Chen J,Jiang K,Miao Y

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postoperative peritonitis (POP) following gastrointestinal surgery is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, with no clear management option proposed. The aim of this study was to report our surgical management of POP and identify pre- and perioperative risk factors for morbidity and mortality....

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Bensignor T,Lefevre JH,Creavin B,Chafai N,Lescot T,Hor T,Debove C,Paye F,Balladur P,Tiret E,Parc Y

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although multidetector-row computed tomography (MDCT) before biliary drainage is useful for the assessment of the resectability of perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (PHC), the impact of biliary drainage on MDCT images before surgical resection for PHC has been poorly studied, and its possible consequences for R0 ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Hosokawa I,Shimizu H,Yoshitomi H,Furukawa K,Takayashiki T,Miyazaki M,Ohtsuka M

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) is a common endocrine disorder that predominantly affects patients >60 and is increasing in prevalence. Identifying risk factors for poor outcomes after parathyroidectomy in older adults will help tailor operative decision making. The impact of frailty on surgical outcomes ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Seib CD,Chomsky-Higgins K,Gosnell JE,Shen WT,Suh I,Duh QY,Finlayson E

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Management of critically ill patients is challenging in a low-resource setting. In Rwanda, peritonitis is a common surgical condition where patients often present late, with advanced disease. We aim to describe critical care management of patients with peritonitis in Rwanda. METHODS:Data were collected at a...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Rickard J,Ngarambe C,Ndayizeye L,Smart B,Riviello R,Majyambere JP

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic rectal resection (LRR) for cancer is a challenging procedure, with conversion to open surgery being reported in up to 30% of cases. Since only a few studies with short follow-up have compared converted LRR and open RR (ORR), it is unclear if conversion to open surgery should be prevented by pref...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Allaix ME,Furnée E,Esposito L,Mistrangelo M,Rebecchi F,Arezzo A,Morino M

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The open abdomen (OA) is commonly utilized as a technique during damage control laparotomy (DCL). We propose that a selected group of these OA patients can be extubated prior to abdominal closure to decrease ventilator days and risk of pneumonia. METHODS:A retrospective chart review was performed at a Level...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Sujka JA,Safcsak K,Cheatham ML,Ibrahim JA

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Liver abscess after orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT) is a rare, life-threatening complication. The aim of this study is to analyze the incidence, risk factors, clinical manifestations, treatment and outcomes of liver abscesses after OLT. METHODS:We perform a retrospective review of the patients who de...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Justo I,Jiménez-Romero C,Manrique A,Caso O,Calvo J,Cambra F,Marcacuzco A

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic proximal gastrectomy (LPG) is performed as a function-preserving surgery for patients with early proximal gastric malignant tumors; however, whether LPG has advantages postoperatively compared with laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG) is debatable, especially with regard to nutritional outcomes....

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Sugiyama M,Oki E,Ando K,Nakashima Y,Saeki H,Maehara Y

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Awake tracheostomy (AT) is aimed at securing the airway of patients with upper airway obstruction when other means are not feasible or have failed. Reports on AT in the literature are scarce. The goal of this study was to review our experience with the indications, complications and outcome of AT. METHODS:A...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Sagiv D,Nachalon Y,Mansour J,Glikson E,Alon EE,Yakirevitch A,Bachar G,Wolf M,Primov-Fever A

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:PDGFR-β is used as a stromal biomarker and is functional in mesenchymal cells of the tumor microenvironment. The significance of stromal PDGFR-β expression in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in patients undergoing preoperative chemo- or chemoradiotherapy had not been determined. METHODS:Patients with NSC...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Kanzaki R,Ose N,Kawamura T,Funaki S,Shintani Y,Minami M,Takakura N,Okumura M

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Parathyroid glands can mimic thyroid follicular lesions on fine-needle aspiration (FNA) cytology and can lead to unnecessary or incorrect surgery. Newer molecular panel tests using next-generation sequencing (NGS) include analysis of cell type-specific gene expression profiles such as parathyroid. The study ...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Bo W,Schoedel KE,Carty SE,Radkay LA,Ohori NP,Nikiforov YE,Nikiforova MN,Yip L

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Preventing secondary insult to the brain is imperative following traumatic brain injury (TBI). Although TBI does not preclude nonoperative management (NOM) of splenic injuries, development of hypotension in this setting may be detrimental and could therefore lead trauma surgeons to a lower threshold for op...

journal_title：World journal of surgery

authors： Dhillon NK,Barmparas G,Thomsen GM,Patel KA,Linaval NT,Gillette E,Margulies DR,Ley EJ

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00