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Assessing the suitability of video-assisted anal fistula treatment for obese patients compared to conventional surgery: a question worth investigating
Background and aimsVideo-assisted anal fistula treatment (VAAFT) is an innovative surgical approach enabling the direct visualization of the fistula...
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Comparison of conventional and modified carbo-dissection techniques for LIMA harvesting in CABG
In coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), the use of the left internal mammary artery (LIMA) is considered the gold standard. The conventional...
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Behcet disease presenting as large and medium vessel occlusive disease
We hereby present a case of a 34-year-old male patient diagnosed with Behcet’s disease where computed tomography revealed the presence of thrombosis...
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Extra-abdominal trocar and instrument detection for enhanced surgical workflow understanding
PurposeVideo-based intra-abdominal instrument tracking for laparoscopic surgeries is a common research area. However, the tracking can only be done...
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Predictors of medical adherence following a bowel management program for youth and young adults with Spina Bifida
PurposeTo evaluate individual and community sociodemographic factors that predict bowel regimen adherence in youth and young adults with Spina Bifida...
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Impact on Glycemia Risk Index and other metrics in type 1 adult patients switching to Advanced Hybrid Closed-Loop systems: a one-year real-life experience
BackgroundAdvanced Hybrid Closed-Loop system (AHCL) has profoundly changed type 1 diabetes therapy. This study primarily aimed to assess the impact...
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The effect of plate location on radial nerve palsy recovery time associated with humeral shaft fractures
BackgroundThis study aims to investigate the influence of plate placement on nerve regeneration in humerus fractures accompanied by radial nerve...
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Digital histology of retinal microaneurysms as provided by dense B-scan (DART) OCTA: characteristics and clinical relevance in diabetic retinopathy
BackgroundRetinal microaneurysms (MAs) are among the earliest signs of diabetic retinopathy (DR) and can be classified in several subtypes by...
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The Utility of the BIRADS Classification System in Evaluating Breast Masses in the Pediatric and Adolescent Populations
Purpose of ReviewThe American College of Radiology Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) is a classification system developed for...
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Correlation between surgical position and neck pain in patients undergoing thyroidectomy: a prospective observational study
BackgroundThyroid diseases are one of the most common health problems worldwide. Although they represent a necessary step in order to perform...
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Panorama of Odontogenic Tumours and Cystic Lesions of Jaw: A Single Institutional Experience
Odontogenic tumours are relatively rare tumours presenting with varied behaviour ranging from hamartomatous lesion to malignant neoplasm. Majority of...
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Core Set of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures for Measuring Quality of Life in Clinical Obesity Care
PurposeThe focus of measuring success in obesity treatment is shifting from weight loss to patients’ health and quality of life. The objective of...
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Evaluation of postoperative results after a presurgical optimisation programme
BackgroundPresurgical optimisation programmes decrease the risk of postoperative complications, reduce hospital stays and speed up patient recovery....
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Implementing a no-drain policy for extraperitoneal colorectal anastomosis in a real-life setting: analysis of outcomes and surgeons’ adherence
AimRecent evidence has questioned the usefulness of anastomotic drain (AD) after low anterior resection (LAR). However, the implementation and...
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Intra-operative hypertension as a predictor of surgical outcomes in microvascular decompression surgery for trigeminal neuralgia
PurposeThe trigeminocardiac reflex (TCR) has traditionally been characterized by a sudden decrease in heart rate, asystole, or hypotension during the...
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The Norwegian Watch and Wait study: Norwait for rectal cancer. A report from a failed study—a word of caution
The paucity of prospective data on the subject of Watch and Wait for rectal cancer prompted the implementation of Norwait, a population-based study...
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Impact of CT-relevant skeletal muscle parameters on post-liver transplantation survival in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma
BackgroundThe specific CT-related skeletal muscle parameters predictive of postoperative survival in liver transplant (LT) patients with...
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Evolution of Titanium Interbody Cages and Current Uses of 3D Printed Titanium in Spine Fusion Surgery
Purpose of ReviewTo summarize the history of titanium implants in spine fusion surgery and its evolution over time.
Recent FindingsTitanium...
