World journal of surgery
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World journal of surgery · Oct 2016
Review Meta AnalysisEfficacy of Prophylactic Mesh in End-Colostomy Construction: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
Parastomal hernia is a very common complication after colostomy, especially end-colostomy. It is unclear whether prophylactic placement of mesh at the time of stoma formation could prevent parastomal hernia formation after surgery for rectal cancer. A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted to evaluate the efficacy of prophylactic mesh in end-colostomy construction. ⋯ Prophylactic placement of a mesh at the time of a stoma formation seems to be associated with a significant reduction in the incidence of parastomal hernia and reoperation related to parastomal hernia after surgery for rectal cancer, but not the rate of stoma-related morbidity. However, the results should be interpreted with caution because of the heterogeneity among the studies.
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World journal of surgery · Oct 2016
ReviewGuidelines for Perioperative Care for Liver Surgery: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Society Recommendations.
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) is a multimodal pathway developed to overcome the deleterious effect of perioperative stress after major surgery. In colorectal surgery, ERAS pathways reduced perioperative morbidity, hospital stay and costs. Similar concept should be applied for liver surgery. This study presents the specific ERAS Society recommendations for liver surgery based on the best available evidence and on expert consensus. ⋯ The current ERAS recommendations were elaborated based on the best available evidence and endorsed by the Delphi method. Nevertheless, prospective studies need to confirm the clinical use of the suggested protocol.
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World journal of surgery · Oct 2016
Comparative StudyTAPP or TEP for Recurrent Inguinal Hernia? Population-Based Analysis of Prospective Data on 1309 Patients Undergoing Endoscopic Repair for Recurrent Inguinal Hernia.
Whether total extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair (TEP) is associated with worse outcomes compared to transabdominal preperitoneal inguinal hernia repair (TAPP) for the treatment of recurrent inguinal hernia continues to be a matter of debate. The objective of this large cohort study is to compare complications, conversion rates and postoperative length of hospital stay between patients undergoing TEP or TAPP for unilateral recurrent inguinal hernia repair. ⋯ This study is the first population-based analysis comparing outcomes of patients with recurrent inguinal hernia undergoing TEP versus TAPP in a prospective cohort of over 1300 patients. Intraoperative complications were significantly higher in patients undergoing TEP. The TEP technique was associated with longer operating times, but a shorter postoperative length of hospital stay. Nonetheless, the absolute outcome differences are small and thus, on a population-based level, both techniques appear to be safe and effective for patients undergoing endoscopic repair for unilateral recurrent inguinal hernia.
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World journal of surgery · Oct 2016
A Contemporary Evaluation of the Cause of Death and Long-Term Quality of Life After Total Pancreatectomy.
Total pancreatectomy (TP) may be considered for diffuse disease of the pancreas. However, the quality of life (QOL) implications of TP have not been well studied in the contemporary era. We report the QOL and cause of death after TP. ⋯ Mortality from diabetic complications following TP is uncommon. The decreasing QoL after TP is comparable to self-matched preoperative assessment or insulin-dependent diabetes from other causes. Accounting for the overall health changes, TP should be considered in carefully selected patients.
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World journal of surgery · Oct 2016
Spirometric Lung Age Predicts Postoperative Pneumonia After Esophagectomy.
Despite advances in treatment, postoperative pneumonia remains a major problem after esophagectomy. Lung age has been proposed as a comprehensive indicator for respiratory function. The aim of this study is to reveal the efficacy of lung age in predicting occurrence of pneumonia after esophagectomy. ⋯ Spirometric lung age was associated with occurrence, severity, and time of onset of postoperative pneumonia after esophagectomy. This simple parameter deserves a greater consideration as a predictor of postoperative pneumonia after esophagectomy and can support both surgeons and patients in understanding the status of respiratory function.