International journal of surgery
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Few studies on the uncinate process-first approach in laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy (LPD) have been reported. The aim of this study is to compare the perioperative outcomes of LPD to open pancreaticoduodenectomy (OPD) in terms of feasibility, safety, and efficacy using the uncinate process-first approach. ⋯ LPD with the uncinate process-first approach combines the benefits of laparoscopy with a low risk of postoperative complications and high rate of curative resection.
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Adequate venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis is essential after trauma, especially in patients with lower extremity and/or pelvic fractures. We sought to investigate if prophylactic enoxaparin dosed by anti-Xa trough levels could reduce clinically evident VTE in trauma patients with lower extremity or pelvic injury. ⋯ Prophylactic enoxaparin adjusted by anti-factor Xa level may lead to a decreased rate of clinically evident VTE among trauma patients with lower extremity and/or pelvic fractures. Our findings indicate that the initial dose of enoxaparin was frequently too low.
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Small pulmonary nodules (SPNs) often cannot be accurately located during video-assisted thoracoscopic (VATS) resection, and preoperative computed tomography (CT)-guided localization performed using hook wire placement can be helpful. However, recent studies revealed a trend towards more frequent and severe complications occurring in association with hook wire insertion. The aim of this study is to reevaluate the safety, and reliability of the preoperative CT-guided hook wire localization technique and also identify the risk factors for localization-related pneumothorax. ⋯ CT-guided hook wire localization is a safe, reliable and convenient technique and can be applied widely to facilitate the resection of SPNs. Simultaneous localization for multiple nodules in ipsilateral lung may be associated with a higher risk of localization-related pneumothorax.
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Comparative Study
Comparison of three surgical fixation methods for dual-bone forearm fractures in older children: A retrospective cohort study.
The aim of this study was to compare the outcomes of dual ESIN (D-ESIN) fixation, hybrid fixation, and open reduction and dual plate (d-plate) fixation in the treatment of dual-bone forearm fractures in children aged 10-16 years. ⋯ Hybrid fixation was superior in terms of the duration of surgery, intraoperative use of fluoroscopy, intraoperative blood loss, duration of postoperative immobilisation, delayed union of the ulna, and bone union time. Therefore, hybrid fixation is a safe and effective treatment for dual-bone forearm fractures in children aged 10-16 years.
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Refractory shoulder tendinitis or partial thickness rotator cuff tears (PTRCTs) are common findings in overhead athletes. Previous studies have examined the effectiveness of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for shoulder tendinitis. ⋯ The results showed ESWT was equally effective treatment in both AG and NAG. In light of its efficacy and less-invasive nature, we suggest ESWT can be used to treat athletes with refractory tendinitis or PTRCTs before proceeding to arthroscopic intervention.