The European journal of surgery = Acta chirurgica
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To find out the incidence, extent of injury, medical consequences, and mortality rate of moped riders involved in crashes in Sweden. ⋯ The number of injured moped riders in Sweden is low. Fractures of the extremities were most common, followed by injuries to the head and brain. The usual victim was a teenager or young man. Of the patients treated in hospital few died, most of whom were elderly men.
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Comparative Study
Reintervention after laparoscopic and open cholecystectomy in Sweden 1987-1995: analysis of data from a hospital discharge register.
To find out the incidence of cholecystectomy and of reintervention after cholecystectomy in Sweden 1987 to 1995, and to compare mortality and reintervention after simple laparoscopic and conventional open cholecystectomy (without exploration of the common bile duct or simultaneous operation). ⋯ Incidence, mortality, and readmission with reintervention are important endpoints in gallbladder surgery. Significant changes in these variables were identified after the introduction of laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
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To present our results of non-surgical primary management of appendiceal abscesses using ultrasonic percutaneous drainage under local anaesthesia, and selective interval appendicectomy. ⋯ Appendiceal abscesses can be effectively drained percutaneously using ultrasound-guided drainage under local anaesthesia, without complications. Recurrent appendicitis is common, and malignancy is a substantial risk in elderly patients. Modern laparoscopic appendicectomy and early postoperative discharge makes interval appendicectomy a valid treatment option after primary non-surgical management of appendiceal abscesses.
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To study the complication rate, local recurrence rate, and survival after total pelvic exenteration for primary advanced and recurrent rectal cancer. ⋯ Some patients with advanced rectal cancer either primary or recurrent may benefit from simultaneous en-bloc cystectomy. The higher postoperative morbidity and mortality indicate the need for well-defined indications for this procedure and the necessity for thorough preoperative staging.