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Single‐Incision Laparoscopy‐First Strategy in Crohn's Disease: Risk Factors for Conversion and Surgical Outcomes

open access: yesAnnals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
In this retrospective study of 289 patients with Crohn's disease undergoing a single‐incision laparoscopy‐first (SILS‐first) strategy, conversion to open surgery was required in only 11.8% of cases. Fistula formation, colon resection, and smoking history were identified as independent risk factors for conversion, while postoperative complications and ...
Yuki Horio   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Systemic Corticosteroids in the Management of Sinonasal Disease: An Evidence‐Based Expert Review

open access: yesInternational Forum of Allergy &Rhinology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a prevalent, heterogeneous inflammatory disease associated with significant morbidity. Systemic corticosteroids (SCS) are commonly prescribed for their anti‐inflammatory effects, but cumulative exposure carries risks, including metabolic, cardiovascular, and skeletal complications.
Andrew Thamboo   +28 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hematoma Interleukin‐1 Receptor Antagonist Concentrations Predict Long‐Term Outcome in Acute Human Intracerebral Hemorrhage

open access: yesAnnals of Neurology, EarlyView.
Objectives The interleukin (IL)‐1, IL‐6, and C‐reactive protein (CRP) pathway is central to the immune response after intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH). We tested for associations between hematoma and plasma cytokine concentrations and patient outcomes in Minimally Invasive Surgery Plus Rt‐PA for ICH Evacuation Phase III (MISTIE III) participants ...
Adrian R. Parry‐Jones   +54 more
wiley   +1 more source

Arthroscopy‐Assisted Combined Lower Trapezius Tendon Transfer and Superior Capsule Reconstruction Using Single Allogenic Achilles Tendon for Massive Irreparable Posterosuperior Rotator Cuff Tears

open access: yesArthroscopy Techniques, EarlyView.
Abstract Massive irreparable posterosuperior rotator cuff tears in relatively younger, active patients pose a significant clinical challenge. Superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) restores superior stability as a static stabilizer, whereas lower trapezius tendon transfer reestablishes external rotation and transverse plane balance as a dynamic ...
Jung‐Taek Hwang   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Reduction in Perioperative Risk in Patients with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Following the Release of Disease-Modifying Therapies: An Analysis of the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program Database

open access: yes
Background/Objectives: Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease resulting in proximal muscle weakness and paralysis. SMA treatment has radically changed in the past 10 years thanks to the development of novel therapies ...
Eric Cheon   +3 more
core   +1 more source

Prescribing competence: The pros and cons of different methods for assessment

open access: yesBritish Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, EarlyView.
Evaluating a medical graduate’s competence in rational prescribing is challenging. With the aim to guide and inspire teachers, this narrative review explores different methods that can be used to assess prescribing competence. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, and thus a mix of different assessment methods is needed throughout the ...
David J. Brinkman   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Rapid, Safe, and Tolerable Healing of Pediatric Skin Injuries with Blue Light Therapy: An Observational Case Series

open access: yes
Background/Objectives: Pediatric skin injuries represent a clinical challenge, especially in cases with complex etiology or with severe pain. Blue light is an emerging technology with potential application in pediatric wound care.
Mirco Gregorini   +3 more
core   +1 more source

Effect of oxycodone vs. morphine as first‐line opioid on new persistent opioid use after orthopaedic surgery: A prospective sequential cohort study

open access: yesBritish Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Postoperative opioids, intended for short‐term analgesia, contribute to new persistent opioid use in 1%–7% of patients, adversely affecting outcomes. Oxycodone may carry higher risk than morphine, though long‐term data are limited.
Eward J. Melis   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Interventional Pain Procedures: A Narrative Review Focusing on Safety and Complications. Part 1 Injections for Spinal Pain

open access: yesJournal of Pain Research, 2023
Giuliano Lo Bianco,1,2 Andrea Tinnirello,3 Alfonso Papa,4 Vito Torrano,5 Gianluca Russo,6 Agnes Stogicza,7 Sebastiano Mercadante,8 Andrea Cortegiani,9 Silvia Mazzoleni,3 Michael E Schatman10,11 1Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences ...
Lo Bianco G   +9 more
doaj  

Exploring the Interactions Between Epidural Analgesia, Extubation and Reintubation Outcomes in Infants in Neonatal Care Units: A Retrospective Cohort Study

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Background/Objectives: Continuous epidural analgesia is desirable for improving infant outcomes after surgeries. However, its contribution to facilitating extubation is not well known.
Mihaela Visoiu   +6 more
core   +1 more source

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