Annals of surgery
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To evaluate the surgical techniques necessary to complete total laparoscopic segmentectomy (LS) of all liver segments (I-VIII). ⋯ LS is feasible and has become an essential surgical technique that can minimize the loss of functional liver volume without reducing curability, although further technical advancements are needed to enhance the accuracy of the resection, especially for the superior/posterior segments.
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Comparative Study
Resection or transplantation for early hepatocellular carcinoma in a cirrhotic liver: does size define the best oncological strategy?
Resection and liver transplantation (LT) are the only curative options for hepatocellular carcinoma in cirrhotic patients (HCC-cirr). ⋯ On an intention-to-treat basis, LT is associated with the best survival outcomes in patients with early HCC-cirr. Resection may achieve comparable OS in patients with single HCC-cirr of size smaller than 3 cm; however, the RFS still remains lower than that in patients of group T. This study could serve as a guide for HCC-cirr patients who are candidates for either resection or LT.
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Documentation of the management of mass casualties in Tahrir Square. ⋯ We describe the pattern of injuries and our management of Tahrir Square mass casualties. We believe that forming multidisciplinary teams of surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses was the key to our effective management of such a huge event.