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Wound Infection after Laparoscopic-Assisted Gastrostomy in Infants

The Surgery Journal, 2019
Background Gastrostomy placement in children is one of the most frequently performed pediatric surgical procedures and laparoscopic-assisted gastrostomy (LAG) is the preferred technique.
Linnéa Burman, Maia Diaz, Margrét Brands Viktorsdóttir, Helen Sjövie, Pernilla Stenström, Martin Salö, Einar Ólafur Arnbjörnsson   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Complications Following Early and Delayed Ileostomy Closure: An Interventional Study

International Journal of Anatomy Radiology and Surgery, 2022
Introduction: Ileostomy is used frequently now-a-days for various surgical conditions. Patients with ileostomies face several problems like physiological, psychological and social problems.
Uttam Mondal, Arkadeb Kar, Sandip Majumdar   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

The analysis of postoperative wound healing, infection risk prediction, and nursing intervention strategies for elderly patients with lung cancer

BMC Geriatrics
Background Lung cancer poses a significant public health challenge, particularly among the elderly population, with implications for postoperative outcomes following surgical intervention.
Biqi He, Shuangqin Chen, Yongpan Huang, Fen Xie, Baiqi He, Xuan Tang   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Five‐Year Outcomes of Laparoscopic Sphincter‐Preserving Surgery for Rectal Cancer: A Prospective Study in Elderly Vietnamese Patients

Aging and Cancer, EarlyView.
This prospective study demonstrates that laparoscopic sphincter‐preserving surgery is feasible for elderly patients. While overall survival reaches 70% at 5 years, advanced T‐stage and the omission of neoadjuvant therapy significantly drive recurrence, highlighting the need for personalized geriatric protocols despite logistical challenges.
Huu Duc Ho, Quang Le, Ngoc Thach Tran, Van Viet Ung, Loc Vu   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Distribution of pathogens and risk factors for post-replantation wound infection in patients with traumatic major limb mutilation.

PLoS ONE
PurposeEven though replantation of limb mutilation is increasing, postoperative wound infection can result in increasing the financial and psychological burden of patients.
Chang Gao, Haiyan Wang, Jihui Ju, Keran Zhang, Ye Gao, Shiqi Guo, Di Yin, Ruixing Hou, Qiang Guo   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

Optimal age of surgery for children with thyroglossal duct cysts: A single-institution retrospective study of 340 patients

Frontiers in Pediatrics, 2023
ObjectiveThe recommended age of surgery for thyroglossal duct cysts (TGDCs) in children is inconclusive. This study aimed to explore the optimal age of surgery by analyzing the natural history of the disease and the association between the age of surgery
Yingli Wang, Gang Yang
doaj   +1 more source

Clinical Outcomes of SEEG‐Guided Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation in Children With Focal Drug‐Resistant Epilepsy: A Multicenter Real‐World Study

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective Stereoelectroencephalography‐guided radiofrequency thermocoagulation (SEEG‐RFTC) has emerged as a safe and effective minimally invasive treatment for children with drug‐resistant focal epilepsy. Although evidence from real‐world studies remains limited, numerous pediatric cases have demonstrated promising outcomes. This retrospective
Weitao Chen, Stéphane Jean, Weihong Liu, Yihai Dai, Xinrong Fang, Xiaoqiang Wei, Shan Chen, Shiwei Song   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Do We Need Routine Postoperative Prophylactic Oral Antibiotics in Elective Foot and Ankle Surgery?

Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics
Background: Previous studies about antibiotic prophylaxis in foot and ankle surgery have focused on perioperative intravenous administration, with few studies reporting on the efficiency of postoperative oral antibiotics.
Andrew D. Lachance MD, Margaret E. Giro MS, Alexander Edelstein MD, Eliza Klos BS, Wonyong Lee MD   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Knowledge, practice, and associated factors towards postoperative wound care among nurses working in public hospitals in Ethiopia: A multicenter cross‐sectional study in low resource setting area

Health Science Reports, 2022
Background and Aim Postoperative wound care is irrigating the surgical wound with normal saline solution and applying sterile gauze or bandage. Even though challenges related to postoperative wound care and its complications are high, information related
Melkamu A. Gizaw, Mulu K. Negawo, Elias T. Bala, Derese B. Daba   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Evidence update on prevention of surgical site infection [PDF]

, 2015
Purpose of review: surgical site infection (SSI) is a common health care associated infection and complicates up to 10-20% of operations with considerable health care resources.
Leaper, David J., Ousey, Karen, Leaper, David   +2 more
core   +1 more source