The iBRA (implant breast reconstruction evaluation) study: protocol for a prospective multi-centre cohort study to inform the feasibility, design and conduct of a pragmatic randomised clinical trial comparing new techniques of implant-based breast reconstruction. [PDF]
BACKGROUND: Implant-based breast reconstruction (IBBR) is the most commonly performed reconstructive procedure in the UK. The introduction of techniques to augment the subpectoral pocket has revolutionised the procedure, but there is a lack of high ...
Barnes, NL +17 more
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Surgical meshes – The search continues
Abstract The surgical prostheses used in hernia repair have only evolved since their conception and the industry is still expanding. The purpose of placement of a mesh is to restore the normal anatomy which will prevent recurrence without reducing abdominal wall compliance.
Sarrah Idrees +3 more
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TOpic: rare and special cases, the real "Strange cases" [PDF]
Introduction: The bladder hernia represents approximately 1-3% of all inguinal hernias, where patients aged more than 50 years have a higher incidence (10%).
AUTIERI, DOMENICO +48 more
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Comparative Study of Prolene Hernia System and Lichtenstein Method for Open Inguinal Hernia Repair [PDF]
Background: Prolene Hernia System (PHS) is a bi-layered polypropylene mesh with a connector that combines the anterior and posterior inguinal hernia repair, but still not very popular in this part of the country.
Mayank Badkur, Nitin Garg
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A United Kingdom survey of surgical technique and handling practice of inguinal canal structures during hernia surgery [PDF]
Background: Recent trials have assessed the impact of elective nerve division on patient outcome after inguinal herniorrhaphy. The aim of this study was to establish UK surgical practice of handling of structures in the inguinal canal during ...
Bruce, Julie +4 more
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When a polyester mesh causes an enterocutaneous fistula, 30 years after its implantation
Digestive fistula on mesh is an exceptional and late complication of hernioplasty. The type of mesh and its position are often implicated in its occurrence. Clinical presentation is multiform.
Mohamed Farès Mahjoubi +5 more
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Progress in synthetic materials for abdominal wall repair [PDF]
To improve overall patient outcome after abdominal wall surgery, including patient discomfort, chronic pain and thus quality of life, 3 issues are the pillars of this thesis: 1.
Berrevoet, Frederik
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Core professionalism education in surgery: A systematic review [PDF]
Background: Professionalism education is one of the major elements of surgical residency education. Aims: To evaluate the studies on core professionalism education programs in surgical professionalism education. Study Design: Systematic review.
Büke, Akile Sarıoğlu +3 more
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This perspective highlights emerging insights into how the circadian transcription factor CLOCK:BMAL1 regulates chromatin architecture, cooperates with other transcription factors, and coordinates enhancer dynamics. We propose an updated framework for how circadian transcription factors operate within dynamic and multifactorial chromatin landscapes ...
Xinyu Y. Nie, Jerome S. Menet
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Background: Urinary incontinence affects between 25% and 45% of women. The availability and quality of services is variable and inequitable, but our understanding of the drivers is incomplete. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to model patient,
Rebecca S Geary +8 more
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