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Background: The comparison of outcome of open hemorrhoidectomy vs transanal suture hemorrhoidopexy Aims & Objectives: To evaluate and compare the outcome of open hemorrhoidectomy (Milligan Morgan`s technique) and transanal suture hemorrhoidopexy ...
Mohammed Motiwala +2 more
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Vertical rectus abdominis myocutaneous versus alternative flaps for perineal repair after abdominoperineal excision of the rectum in the era of laparoscopic surgery [PDF]
Aims: Plastic surgical reconstruction of the perineum is often required after abdominoperineal excision of the rectum. Options for this reconstruction include a vertical rectus abdominis myocutaneous (VRAM) flap, gluteal fasciocutaneous flap, and ...
Johnstone, Mark Scott
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Interventions for improving employment outcomes for workers with HIV [PDF]
Acknowledgements We would like to thank Cochrane Work Trials Search Co-ordinators Leena Isotalo and Kaisa Neuvonen for developing the search strategy and Managing Editor Jani Ruotsalainen and Co-ordinating Editor Jos Verbeek for editing the text and ...
Mngoma, Nomusa +2 more
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Outcome of anterior lumbar interbody fusion : a retrospective study of clinical and radiologic parameters [PDF]
Objective. This study aims to critically evaluate the long-term results of stand-alone anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF), without use of rhBMP-2, as a therapeutic option for symptomatic patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD).
Caemaert, Jacques +7 more
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Although urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common perioperative complication among elderly patients with hip fracture, its incidence and effects are often underestimated. This study investigated the effects of severe UTI (S-UTI) on elderly patients with
Yi-Ching Lin +11 more
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Background: Peripheral nerve block (PNB) is effective for pain management after shoulder arthroplasty. Our study investigated the impact of regional anesthesia on perioperative pain management following total elbow arthroplasty (TEA).
Tamara Babasiz, MD +6 more
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An appendectomy increases the risk of rheumatoid arthritis: a five-year follow-up study. [PDF]
Many studies have reported a possible association of an appendectomy with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However, findings of the relationship between an appendectomy and RA remain inconsistent.
Ya-Mei Tzeng +5 more
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Increased Risk of Major Depressive Disorder Following Tinnitus: A Population-Based Study
Background and PurposeIn this study, we aimed to evaluate the relationship between tinnitus and a subsequent diagnosis of major depressive disorder (MDD) by studying the incidence of both entities.DesignA retrospective cohort study.MethodsData for this ...
Herng-Ching Lin +14 more
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Dental amalgam fillings: An under-investigated source of mercury exposure [PDF]
Dental amalgam fillings, which contain about 50% mercury, have been used since the early 19th century. However, their use has been controversial, particularly because they continually release small amounts of mercury.
Ahlqwist +55 more
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Background: The study aimed to elucidate the relationship between reduced thoracic elevation mobility and scapular upward rotation and the occurrence of traumatic shoulder dislocation in rugby players, as this relationship is unclear. Methods: First-year
Takuya Aso, PT, PhD +9 more
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