abstract：:We describe the case of a 54-year-old man with a tumour of the proximal esophagus (cT3-4,N1,M0), who underwent percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) for enteral feeding. Primary radiochemotherapy was initiated shortly after PEG insertion. Five months after PEG insertion the patient detected a nodule at the site. T...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Volkmer K,Meyer T,Sailer M,Fein M

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neuroendocrine tumours (NET) differ appreciably with regard to their biological behaviour from tumours of epithelial origin. In general this leads to a better 5-year survival rate. Liver metastases per se and also in cases of NET result in a significantly poorer survival in comparison to tumours without metastases. In...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Auernhammer CJ,Jauch KW,Hoffmann JN

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:An adequate approach to surgically induced sepsis needs an early and targeted antibiotic therapy in addition to focus sanitation. The PCR-based LightCycler Septifast test can detect 90 % of the sepsis-associated microoganisms (e. g., Gram-positive, Gram-negative bacteria, fungi) within only a few hours. P...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Lodes U,Meyer F,König B,Lippert H

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Actinomycosis is a rare disease. Clinical symptoms and diagnostic imaging results need to be differentiated from those of malignancies and abscesses. We report the case of a 51-year-old woman who presented with nocturnal sweating, weight loss, fever, and abdominal pains. Ultrasound and MRI showed a mass in the liver t...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Braun KP,Gastinger I,May M,Kaufmann O,Ernst H

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The transplantation of marginal organs or those meeting the so-called extended donor criteria (EDC) is today a significant option to alleviate the low availability or organs and to increase the number of transplantation which in turn is -accompanied by a lower mortality among wait-ing-list patients. However such an ex...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Pratschke S,Loehe F,Graeb C,Jauch KW,Angele MK

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of morbid obesity and its sequelae is increasing in Germany, Europe and worldwide. Bariatric surgery is thus gaining in importance for the treatment of patients with malignant obesity. Creation of a gastric bypass is one of the most frequently performed procedures for obesity. DISCUSSION:The ...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Busch P,Wolter S,Rawnaq T,Kaifi JT,Aberle J,Izbicki JR,Mann O

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In our study, we retrospectively evaluated 203 patients with medial or lateral femoral neck fractures who received 210 bipolar prosthesis (7 bilateral implantations) at our institution. 204 patients underwent cemented bipolar hemiarthroplasty. These included 149 females and 54 males with a median age of 82 (46-97) yea...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Müller CA,Bayer J,Szarzynski E,Südkamp NP

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Paediatric trauma care represents treatment of a dynamic and growing system. Following evaluation of fracture stability, the individual spontaneous correction can be included. Possible pitfalls can occur with diagnosis, indication, choice of the treatment modality, surgical technique and follow-up. Treatment in a spec...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Schmittenbecher PP

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:A multimodal perioperative therapy strategy (fast-track) decreases the morbidity of general thoracic interventions and increases postoperative reconvalescence after lung resections. Thoracic surgery is associated with relevant pain and sufficient pain relief is essential for postoperative recovery. Epidura...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Dango S,Offner K,Kirschbaum A,Loop T,Passlick B

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The operative repair of inguinal hernias is the most common surgical procedure in general surgery. This review gives a survey of the current data on the "mesh or no mesh" question in open inguinal hernia surgery. The Cochrane Database Systematic Review of 2002 has the highest level of evidence. Five randomised control...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Jaenigen BM,Hopt UT,Obermaier R

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Intraarterial thrombolysis of acute arterial occlusions in the lower limbs is an established therapeutic procedure. However, its value as a primary treatment is discussed controversially and it is mostly seen as a competing procedure to primary vascular surgical interventions. METHODS:From January 2001 to...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Weinrich M,Justinger C,Köhler M,Frech R,Schilling M,Kreissler-Haag D

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Application of a LapSim-training model in the Students' Skills Lab as well as the objective evaluation of stress in a virtual operating room scenario offer new perspectives in laparoscopic simulation. METHODS:In a Students' Skills Lab , assessment of learning curves of laparoscopic basic skills and complex ...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Gockel I,Hakman P,Beardi J,Schütz M,Heinrichs W,Messow CM,Junginger T

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:In contrast to the USA, laparoscopic donor nephrectomy is rarely practised in German transplant centres. Safety concerns and difficulties with the learning curve of this advanced laparoscopic procedure are the main obstacles to the establishment of this operation. PATIENTS AND METHODS:From 1998-2005, we p...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Saad S,Arns W,Paul A,Nagelschmidt M,Heiss M,Treckmann J

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sacral nerve stimulation (SNS) is an effective and less invasive treatment of faecal incontinence (FI). Patient selection has evolved from strict criteria to a more liberal approach, since temporary testing reliably predicts the efficacy of permanent stimulation in FI of various aetiologies. PATIENTS AND ME...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Stelzner S,Köhler K,Hellmich G,Witzigmann H

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Psychooncology is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the various somatic, social and psychological factors influencing the well-being of oncological patients. Although the importance of psychooncological support of cancer patients is well accepted, universal standards for psychooncological care have not been e...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Schumacher A

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Iatrogenic bile duct injuries represent a severe complication after cholecystectomy. For the attending physician therapy and management of these injuries are a challenge. Inadequate and delayed treatment can lead to stenoses at a late stage, which can necessitate further surgical intervention. METHODS:In ...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Bektas H,Winny M,Schrem H,Becker T,Klempnauer J

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM OF THE STUDY:The surgical technique of transoral diverticulostomy by a modified Endo-GIAtrade mark Stapler (Multifire Endo GIA, Tyco Healthcare) is described. Experiences of this procedure in 31 patients are analysed and compared with different endoscopic and conventional surgical therapies of Zenker's diverticula,...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Lang RA,Spelsberg FW,Naumann A,Dellian M,Jauch KW,Hüttl TP

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:We analysed our long-term results with postoperative radiotherapy of the chest wall in male breast cancer patients with respect to local control and survival. METHODS:Twenty-five patients with 26 histological proven carcinomas of the male breast underwent postoperative radiotherapy of the chest wall with ...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Zabel-du Bois A,Milker-Zabel S,Wannenmacher M,Debus J

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two different approaches can be distinguished in the surgical treatment of rectal prolapse, i. e. the transabdominal route and the perineal procedures. The following article deals with both operative options with a detailed discussion of the Delorme's operation and the perineal rectosigmoidectomy, also known as the Al...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Sailer M,Bönicke L,Petersen S

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The growing clinical impact of radiofrequency ablation of liver lesions is reflected by a rapidly increasing number of published papers. Experimental work focuses on factors that reduce the variability of the ablation zone. The Pringle-maneuver plays a key role in this question from a surgeon's perspective. Large sing...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Stippel DL

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical treatment of patients suffering from monogenetic forms of morbid obesity is considered to be the poorest investigated theme in bariatric surgery. This review article presents aspects of genetic disorders in morbid obesity as well as some aspects of surgical treatment in patients with monogenetic forms of morb...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Korenkov M,Kohlschmidt N,Zechner U,Haaf T,Junginger T

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:The outcome of the endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms seems to be device related. The presented study evaluated the outcome of endovascular procedure in cases of thoracic aortic pathology according to the implanted thoracic stent graft devices. METHODS:Since November 1999 a variety of thoraci...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Gawenda M,Brunkwall J

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sternal wound infection after heart transplantation is a feared and potentially life threatening complication with reported incidences between 2.5 % and 3.6 %. However, optimal therapy of sternal wound infections in heart transplant recipients remains a matter of controversy, particularly the effect of immunosuppressi...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Fleck T,Moidl R,Grimm M,Wolner E,Zuckermann A

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:According to autoptic studies, accessory spleens may be found in 10-15% of the population and most of them are usually located at or near the splenic hilum. Only in 1-2% they are located in the pancreatic tail. We report a rare case of intrapancreatic accessory spleen which radiologically mimicked a tumor in...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Meyer T,Maier M,Höller S,Fein M

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surgical management of defects in the pelvic region is a great surgical challenge. Primary tumor recurrences have to be addressed and local infections require appropriate therapy such as rigorous debridement and antibiotic therapy. Plastic surgery provides tissue reconstruction by well perfused flaps and also rees...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Vogt PM,Jokuszies A,Kall S,Steiert A,Busch K

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Aim of the study was to compare pullout resistance of pedicle screws after conventional and fluoroscopic computer-assisted implantation in the cadaveric thoracic and lumbar spine. METHODS:Pedicle screws were inserted in a total of 10 vertebrae of different human specimens: 10 screws were placed using conventional ...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Linhardt O,Perlick L,Renkawitz T,Matussek J,Plitz W,Grifka J

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Over a long time laparascopy for pancreatic diseases was performed only as staging laparoscopy in order to find hidden metastasis. The laparoscopic pyloric preserving duodeno-pancreatectomy showed many problems and could not establish. Laparoscopic distal resection of pancreas is much more feasible due to la...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Böttger T,Terzic A,Müller M

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Surgical therapy of Gastrointestinal stroma tumor (GIST) is the treatment of choice. Local resection will be carried out if technically possible. We describe the technique of laparoscopic wedge resection combined with intraoperative gastroscopy in order to achieve complete tumor resection. METHOD:We repor...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Schäfer H,Schneider PM,Baldus SE,Wolfgarten E,Hölscher AH

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prognosis of patients with rectal cancer has been improved significantly after introduction of the total mesorectal excision (TME). Just by performing TME, the local recurrence rates could be decreased to less than 10 %, independent of multi-modal therapeutic concepts. In contrast, the local recurrence rate reache...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Ulrich A,Weitz J,Friess H,Büchler M

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since November 2001 all patients with postoperative sternum bone infections were treated with V.A.C. therapy. The mean length of stay at intensive care unit was reduced from 9 to 1 day and reduces costs for 33 714.- USD per patient. Additionally patients who had to be closed with pectoralis muscle flap had significant...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Moidl R,Fleck T,Giovanoli P,Grabenwöger M,Wolner E

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Progress in intensive care medicine contributed substantially in lowering the mortality rate of patients suffering from diffuse secondary peritonitis. In the medical care of patients presenting a septic abdomen the persisting septic focus is one of the greatest problems. This is associated with other problems like tem...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Weidenhagen R,Grützner KU,Kopp R,Spelsberg FW,Jauch KW

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ancient method of larval therapy for treatment of acute and chronic infections has become a revival and a new dimension with introduction of the Biobag (Vitapad). With use of this therapy trauma patients suffering infectious complications can be treated very effective, which can reduce the overall time needed for ...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Jukema GN,Steenvoorde P,Wong CY,Bernards AT,van Dissel JT

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:V.A.C.-therapy has improved the treatment of extended pressure sores, because of its beneficial effect on the wound surface and the safe microbial barrier. Definitive reconstructive surgery can be performed earlier. Using modern aids fixation of the device will be possible even in difficult locations as the perianal a...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Reichert B

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of the study was to evaluate the efficiency of the endovenous use of laser for treatment of varicose veins. In particular the influence of laser energy on the perivenous temperature, the postoperative clinical and duplex ultrasound course was taken into account. METHOD:The patients were divided in...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Lahl W,Hofmann B,Jelonek M,Nagel T

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pyomyositis is in the moderate climate zone a rare and acute bacterial infection of the skeletal muscles without an obvious origin of infection. Initial symptoms contain muscle pain and localized swelling and tension. As different causes are taken into account first, the diagnosis of a pyomyositis is often delayed. We...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Schmidt K,Büter M,Bussen D,Thiede A

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The resection of pulmonary metastases can extend life of patients, even offering the possibility of cure. A risk analysis of the surgical procedure under the current practice of the thoracic surgery has been performed in this study. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Using a prolective method, data from 199 patients w...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Kick J,Schelzig H,Heinecke A,Förster R

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical therapy of incidentally postoperative diagnosed small sporadic medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) is discussed controversially. In principle completion thyroidectomy with neck dissection and regulary tumor follow-up are under discussion. A total of 277 patients with MTC were treated between 1986 and 2004. In 22 c...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Raffel A,Cupisti K,Krausch M,Eisenberger CF,Knoefel WT

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Shot peening and grit blasting techniques are used to modify surfaces of hip endoprostheses. Alumina blasting techniques using highly pure corund (Al (2)O (3)) particles create a rough surface of Titanium implants to achieve a better osteointegration in cementless total hip arthroplasty. An increasing numb...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Schuh A,Uter W,Holzwarth U,Kachler W,Göske J,Müller T

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The transpalpebral resection of the corrugator and depressor supercilii muscles is a new treatment option for migraine headaches. Hyperactive contractility of these muscles can provoke the peripheral compression of the supratrochlear nerve and induce a neurogenic inflammation triggering the symptoms of migrai...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Muehlberger T,Fischer P,Lehnhardt M

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Tension-free incisional hernia repair using alloplastic material increasingly replaces conventional repair techniques. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the early and long-term complications as well as patients' satisfaction. METHODS:Laparoscopic hernia repair with intraperitoneal mesh implanta...

journal_title：Zentralblatt fur Chirurgie

authors： Angele MK,Löhe F,Dietz J,Hernandez-Richter T,Jauch KW,Heiss MM

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00