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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Objective To assess the concordance between pre‐ and postoperative pathology in patients with endometrial intraepithelial neoplasia (EIN) undergoing hysterectomy, and identify predictors of malignancy, including sampling method, progestin therapy, and surgical timing.
Jenny Dimakos +6 more
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Effects of Appendectomy on the Onset and Course of Ulcerative Colitis in Chinese Patients
Gastroenterology Research and Practice, 2018 Background. Previous epidemiological studies have suggested that appendectomy may be a protective factor against the development of ulcerative colitis (UC). However, the results of these studies were inconsistent, with rare studies in Chinese populations.
Dafan Chen +5 more
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iNew Medicine, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Surgical antibiotic prophylaxis (SAP) is crucial in preventing postoperative surgical site infections (SSIs), especially in clean and clean‐contaminated surgeries. It was a prospective comparative observational study that compared the effectiveness and safety of single‐dose ceftriaxone monotherapy with amoxicillin–clavulanic acid as a ...
Anayat Ullah +5 more
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Life and ScienceObjective: To compare the surgical outcomes in terms of recovery and complications of laparoscopic versus open appendectomy in patients presenting to tertiary care hospitals in Rawalpindi. Study Design: Prospective comparative study.
Naeem Yousaf +4 more
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Does access to care affect outcomes of appendicitis in children? - a population-based cohort study
BMC Health Services Research, 2010 Background The annual number of pediatric appendectomies in Ontario was stable throughout the study period, but with a significant level of regional variations across regions.
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Diagnostic Performance of Ultrasound in Adult Appendicitis. A Retrospective Review of 331 Cases
Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences, EarlyView.The sensitivity of ultrasound in the detection of appendicitis had a prevalence of 16% in our predominantly young female cohort, with alternative gynaecological and abdominal diagnoses identified approximately 2:1. The sensitivity for ultrasound to detect appendicitis was 60%, with specificity of 98% and negative predictive value (NPV) of 93%.
Alistair Lock, Martin Necas
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Journal of Surgical Oncology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background and Objectives Preoperative anxiety is common before surgery and is associated with adverse outcomes, yet access to mental health support remains limited. We evaluated the feasibility and acceptability of a novel preoperative virtual reality (VR) prototype designed to reduce anxiety in patients undergoing cancer surgery.
Renée El‐Gabalawy +12 more
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Negative appendectomy rate in patients diagnosed with acute appendicitis
BMC Surgery, 2022 Background Acute appendicitis is the most common cause of acute lower abdominal pain leading patients to the emergency department. This study aims to find the negative appendectomy rate in patients diagnosed with acute appendicitis from 2015 to 2019 ...
Wongsakorn Chaochankit +2 more
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Nutrition in Clinical Practice, EarlyView.Abstract Background Obesity increases the risks and complexity of laparoscopic surgeries. Preoperative very low‐calorie diets (VLCDs) can demonstrate significant preoperative weight loss. However, the optimal VLCD duration remains unclear. Excessive loss of muscle mass associated with VLCDs may elevate surgical and postoperative risks. This study aimed
Gerald Wei Shen Wong +4 more
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The Benefits and Risks of Performing Incidental Appendectomy [PDF]
Journal of Acute Care Surgery, 2019 Acute appendicitis is the most common indication for emergency abdominal surgery worldwide. The risks and benefits of incidental appendectomy during other operations have been debated for over a century.
Jin Young Lee +7 more
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