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Open AccessUse of High Energy Devices (HEDs) versus electrocautery for laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
According to the literature, there is no clear definition of a High Energy Devices (HEDs), and their proper indications for use are also unclear. Nevertheless, the flourishing market of HEDs could make their c...
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High-energy devices in different surgical settings: lessons learnt from a full health technology assessment report developed by SICE (Società Italiana di Chirurgia Endoscopica)
The present paper aims at evaluating the potential benefits of high-energy devices (HEDs) in the Italian surgical practice, defining the comparative efficacy and safety profiles, as well as the potential econo...
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Open AccessThe ChoCO-W prospective observational global study: Does COVID-19 increase gangrenous cholecystitis?
The incidence of the highly morbid and potentially lethal gangrenous cholecystitis was reportedly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of the ChoCO-W study was to compare the clinical findings and o...
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Open AccessLow-pressure versus standard-pressure pneumoperitoneum in laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
It has been previously demonstrated that the rise of intra-abdominal pressures and prolonged exposure to such pressures can produce changes in the cardiovascular and pulmonary dynamic which, though potentially...
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Single Anastomosis Jejuno-ileal (SAJI): a New Model of Malabsorptive Revisional Procedure for Insufficient Weight Loss or Weight Regain After Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
In case of insufficient weight loss or weight regain or relapse of weight-related comorbidities after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), other procedures such as reduction of a large gastric pouch and stoma, len...
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IFSO Update Position Statement on One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB)
The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) issued a position statement on the role of one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) in the field of bariatric/metabolic surge...
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Complications and mortality in a cohort of patients undergoing emergency and elective surgery with perioperative SARS-CoV-2 infection: an Italian multicenter study. Teachings of Phase 1 to be brought in Phase 2 pandemic
Since the beginning of the pandemic due to the novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and its related disease, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), several articles reported negativ...
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Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Elderly and Frail Patient in the COVID-19 Era
Surgery, especially in elderly and frail patients, can potentially cause the development of many types of post-operative complications. The SARS-Cov2 infection has shown to be related with increased post-opera...
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Associated Co-morbid Conditions of Clinically Severe Obesity
Obesity is an important public health problem. Its prevalence has progressively increased worldwide to an extent that it is now a significant problem not only in affluent societies but also in develo** count...
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Open AccessClinical practice guidelines of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES) on bariatric surgery: update 2020 endorsed by IFSO-EC, EASO and ESPCOP
Surgery for obesity and metabolic diseases has been evolved in the light of new scientific evidence, long-term outcomes and accumulated experience. EAES has sponsored an update of previous guidelines on bariat...
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Anastomotic Leak After Bariatric Surgery: Prevention and Treatment
Anastomotic leak is one of the most challenging complications of bariatric surgery. It is rare but causes a significant risk of death to the patient and requires a strong resource engagement and a multidiscipl...
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Using Protamine Can Significantly Reduce the Incidence of Bleeding Complications after Carotid Endarterectomy without Increasing the Risk of Ischemic Cerebral Events
Controversy persists regarding the use of protamine sulfate (PS) during carotid endarterectomy (CEA), chiefly because of conflicting experiences reporting both less bleeding and a higher stroke risk. The goal ...
