Abstract Background Approximately 50% women who give birth after obstetric anal sphincter injury (OASI) develop anal incontinence (AI) over their lifetime. Objective To evaluate current evidence for a protective benefit of planned caesarean section (CS) to prevent AI after OASI. Search Strategy MEDLINE/PubMed, Embase 1974–2024, CINAHL and Cochrane to 7
Emily Carter+4 more
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ABSTRACT Objective To compare inspection‐informed ratings of individual maternity units published by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) with clinical outcomes and practice measures. Design Observational study using linked national maternity and administrative hospital data. Setting The English NHS.
Ian Henderson+11 more
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Anti-reflux mucosectomy superior to argon plasma coagulation in managing Barrett's esophagus by improving lower esophageal sphincter pressure and cardiac sphincter valve function: a single-center, retrospective study. [PDF]
Liu T, Mei Z.
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Abstract The purpose of the present manuscript is to provide an overview for researchers and clinicians summarizing the knowledge concerning the relationship between some of the main sleep‐related conditions of dental interest: sleep bruxism (SB), obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Starting with the discussion of
Davis C. Thomas+2 more
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Ano-Bartholin's Gland Fistula Caused by Anal Fistula in a Patient without Crohn's Disease: A Case Report. [PDF]
Koizumi M+7 more
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Recurrent symptoms after achalasia treatment: The value of impedance analysis
United European Gastroenterology Journal, Volume 13, Issue 3, Page 488-490, April 2025.
Luis G. Alcala‐Gonzalez+3 more
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Long term GERD symptom control was improved after SGAF compared to SG. Weight loss outcomes were similar after SGAF compared to SG. GERD symptoms were worse after SG without fundoplication in most patients. Abstract Background Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a significant problem after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (SG). This study aimed to
Justin Shaw+4 more
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Three-dimensional heterogeneity of smooth muscle fiber density anterior to the rectum in males: quantitative analysis with implications for transanal total mesorectal excision. [PDF]
Muro S+5 more
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This systematic review evaluated the techniques of fistulotomy and fistulectomy for simple fistula‐in‐ano. Neither technqiue showed superiority in regards to healing time, wound infection rate, flatus incontinence, faecal incontinence, or recurrence rate. Abstract Background Perianal fistulas are a common anorectal pathology.
Rakesh Quinn+2 more
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Pelvic floor muscle activation amplitude at rest, during voluntary contraction, and during Valsalva maneuver-a comparison between those with and without provoked vestibulodynia. [PDF]
McLean L+3 more
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