Annals of surgery
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To define a standardized methodology for establishing benchmarks for relevant outcomes in surgery. ⋯ This multinational Delphi survey represents the first expert-led process for developing a standardized approach for establishing benchmarks for relevant outcome measures in surgery. The provided consensual checklist customizes the methodology of outcome reporting in surgery and thus improves reproducibility and comparability of data and should ultimately serve to improve quality of care.
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To determine what constitutes a clear resection margin (R0) in patients with LRRC. ⋯ A microscopically clear resection margin is most important in predicting overall survival. Margins up to 0.5 mm offers a local recurrence benefit but does not confer survival benefit.
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To assess metabolic dysfunctions and steatohepatosis after standard and local pancreatic resections for benign and premalignant neoplasms. ⋯ Standard pancreatic resections for benign tumor carry a considerable high risk for a new onset of diabetes, pancreatic exocrine insufficiency and following PD for steatohepatosis. Parenchyma-sparing, local resections are associated with low grade metabolic dysfunctions.
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Multicenter Study Observational Study
COVID-19 Vaccination Associated with Reduced Post-Operative SARS-CoV-2 Infection and Morbidity.
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of COVID-19 vaccination on postoperative mortality, pulmonary and thrombotic complications, readmissions and hospital lengths of stay among patients undergoing surgery in the United States. ⋯ COVID-19 vaccination is associated with lower rates of postoperative morbidity. The benefit is most pronounced among individuals who have never had a COVID-19 infection before surgery.