Annals of surgery
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We herein advocate for more extensive utilization of ex vivo resection techniques for otherwise unresectable liver tumors by presenting the largest collective American experience. ⋯ Ex vivo resection utilizes techniques commonly practiced in partial liver transplantation, and we demonstrate relatively favorable outcomes in our large collective experience. Therefore, we propose that more liberal use of this technique may benefit selected patients in centers experienced with partial liver transplantation.
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To assess patients' long-term outcome and satisfaction after laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy (LVMR). ⋯ LVMR offers acceptable long-term outcomes and satisfaction. There is a mixed impact on pelvic pain and sexual function which requires careful consideration in counseling patients for this procedure.
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This study examines the impact of bariatric surgery on the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and a composite of cardiovascular outcomes in a large population cohort. Additionally, the impact of different bariatric surgery procedures on cardiovascular outcomes is assessed and compared. ⋯ Bariatric surgery is associated with decreased risk of significant cardiovascular events compared to nonsurgical controls. In this exploratory analysis, gastric bypass was associated with a lower risk of all cardiovascular events than sleeve gastrectomy.
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To identify a prognostic significant gene signature for predicting colorectal cancer (CRC) recurrence. ⋯ The identified ERG signature is a promising and powerful biomarker predicting recurrence in CRC patients. Moreover, the presented ERG signature might help to stratify patients according to their tumor biology and contribute to personalized treatment.
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To examine the accuracy of the reporting of conflicts of interest (COI) among studies related to mesh use in ventral hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction. ⋯ The majority of studies investigating the use of mesh in ventral hernia repairs and abdominal wall reconstructions did not accurately declare COI. Last authors are at highest risk of undisclosed payments. Current policies on disclosing COI seem to be insufficient to ensure transparency of publications.