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Wang Y, Chen XP. Comparison of the effects of ampulla-guided realignment and conventional gallbladder triangle anatomy in difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 409:17. [PMID: 38147122 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-03205-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 12/27/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the effects of ampulla-guided realignment and conventional gallbladder triangle anatomy in difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy (DLC). METHODS From June 2021 to August 2022, data from 100 patients undergoing DLC at Nanjing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine were analyzed retrospectively. Patients were divided into two groups: the experimental group (LC with the ampulla-guided realignment) and the control group (conventional LC with triangular gallbladder anatomy), with 50 patients per group. The intraoperative blood loss, operation time, postoperative drainage tube indwelling time, hospitalization time, bile duct injury rate, operation conversion rate, and incidence of postoperative complications were recorded and compared between the two groups. The pain response and daily activities of the patients in the two groups were evaluated 48 h after the operation. RESULTS The amount of intraoperative blood loss, postoperative drainage tube indwelling time, hospital stay, operation conversion rate, pain degree at 24 and 48 h after operation, bile duct injury incidence, and total postoperative complication rate were shorter or lower in the experimental group than those in the control group (p < 0.05). The Barthel index scores of both groups were higher 48 h after the operation than before the operation, and the experimental group was higher than the control group (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION The ampulla-guided alignment in DLC surgery was more beneficial in promoting postoperative recovery, reducing postoperative pain response, reducing the incidence of postoperative complications, and reducing bile duct injury.
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- Yong Wang
- Department of General Surgery, PuKou Branch of Nanjing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 211800, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Yijishan Hospital, Wannan Medical College, Wuhu, 241004, China.
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Bozic D, Ardalic Z, Mestrovic A, Bilandzic Ivisic J, Alicic D, Zaja I, Ivanovic T, Bozic I, Puljiz Z, Bratanic A. Assessment of Gallbladder Drainage Methods in the Treatment of Acute Cholecystitis: A Literature Review. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 60:5. [PMID: 38276039 PMCID: PMC10817550 DOI: 10.3390/medicina60010005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024]
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Gallbladder drainage is a treatment option in high-risk surgical patients with moderate or severe acute cholecystitis. It may be applied as a bridge to cholecystectomy or a definitive treatment option. Apart from the simple and widely accessible percutaneous cholecystostomy, new attractive techniques have emerged in the previous decade, including endoscopic transpapillary gallbladder drainage and endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage. The aim of this paper is to present currently available drainage techniques in the treatment of AC; evaluate their technical and clinical effectiveness, advantages, possible adverse events, and patient outcomes; and illuminate the decision-making path when choosing among various treatment modalities for each patient, depending on their clinical characteristics and the accessibility of methods.
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- Dorotea Bozic
- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Split, Spinciceva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia; (Z.A.); (A.M.); (D.A.); (I.Z.); (Z.P.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Split, Spinciceva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia; (Z.A.); (A.M.); (D.A.); (I.Z.); (Z.P.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Split, Spinciceva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia; (Z.A.); (A.M.); (D.A.); (I.Z.); (Z.P.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, General Hospital of Sibenik-Knin County, Stjepana Radica 83, 22000 Sibenik, Croatia;
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Split, Spinciceva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia; (Z.A.); (A.M.); (D.A.); (I.Z.); (Z.P.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Split, Spinciceva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia; (Z.A.); (A.M.); (D.A.); (I.Z.); (Z.P.); (A.B.)
- University Department of Health Studies, University of Split, Rudjera Boskovica 35, 21000 Split, Croatia
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital of Split, Spinciceva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia;
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- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, University Hospital of Split, Spinciceva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia;
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Split, Spinciceva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia; (Z.A.); (A.M.); (D.A.); (I.Z.); (Z.P.); (A.B.)
- School of Medicine, University of Split, Soltanska 2, 21000 Split, Croatia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Split, Spinciceva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia; (Z.A.); (A.M.); (D.A.); (I.Z.); (Z.P.); (A.B.)
- School of Medicine, University of Split, Soltanska 2, 21000 Split, Croatia
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Cominardi A, Aragona G, Cattaneo G, Arzù G, Capelli P, Banchini F. Current trends of minimally invasive therapy for cholecystocholedocholithiasis. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1277410. [PMID: 38155666 PMCID: PMC10753828 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1277410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023] Open
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Introduction The minimally invasive approach of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided procedures for cholecystocholedocholithiasis, such as EUS-guided gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD), EUS-guided rendezvous (EUS-RV), and EUS-guided biliary drainage (EUS-BD), is affirmed as an effective treatment for patients with acute cholecystitis (AC) who are unfit for surgery and for patients with common bile duct stones (CBDSs) who have experienced a previous ERCP failure. Furthermore, in cases of difficult CBDS extraction during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), cholangioscopy-guided electrohydraulic lithotripsy (CS-EHL) has showed optimal results. The main objective of our study was to evaluate the effectiveness of EUS-GBD and percutaneous gallbladder drainage (PT-GBD) in patients with AC who are unfit for surgery. We also aimed to evaluate the efficacy of EUS-GBD, EUS-BD, and EUS-RV following ERCP failure and the effectiveness of CS-EHL for difficult CBDS extraction in our hospital. The secondary aim was to examine the safety of these procedures. Materials and methods We conducted a retrospective evaluation of all the EUS-GBD, PT-GBD, EUS-BD, EUS-RV, and CS-EHL procedures, which were prospectively collected in the gastroenterology and digestive endoscopy unit and the general surgery unit from January 2020 to June 2023. The efficacy was expressed in terms of technical and clinical success rates, while safety was assessed based on the rate of adverse events (AEs). Results We enrolled 83 patients with AC and high surgical risk. Among them, 57 patients (68.7%, 24/57 male, median age 85 ± 11 years) underwent EUS-GBD, and 26 (31.3%, 19/26 male, median age 83 ± 7 years) underwent PT-GBD. The technical and clinical success rates were 96.5 and 100% for EUS-GBD, and 96.1 and 92% for PT-GBD. The AEs for EUS-GBD were 1.7%, and for PT-GBD, it was 12%. ERCP for CBDS extraction failed in 77 patients. Among them, 73 patients (94.8%) underwent EUS-RV with technical and clinical success rates of 72.6% (53/73) and 100%, respectively. No AEs were reported. Four out of 77 patients were directly treated with EUS-BD for pyloric inflammatory stenosis. In 12 patients (16.4%), following unsuccessful EUS-RV with a CBD diameter ≥ 12 mm, an EUS-BD was performed. Both technical and clinical success rates for EUS-BD were 100%, and no AEs were reported. EUS-GBD was the treatment of choice for the remaining 8 (10.9%) patients after failure of both ERCP and EUS-RV. The procedure had high technical and clinical success rates (both at 100%), and no AEs were reported. The 12 difficult CBDS extraction treated with CS-EHL also showed high technical and clinical success rates (both at 100%), with no reported AEs. Conclusion The minimally invasive approach for cholecystocholedocholithiasis, especially EUS-guided procedures, had high efficacy and safety in treating AC in high-risk surgical patients and CBDS extraction after a previously unsuccessful ERCP.
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- Anna Cominardi
- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Hospital of Piacenza, Piacenza, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Hospital of Piacenza, Piacenza, Italy
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- Emergency Surgery Unit, Hospital of Piacenza, Piacenza, Italy
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Cha B, Lee J, Lee J, Park JS, Jeong S, Lee DH. Clinical correlation of cholelithiasis in patients undergoing percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. Sci Rep 2023; 13:22039. [PMID: 38086971 PMCID: PMC10716124 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-49417-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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The risk factor for cholelithiasis include low physical activity. With an aging society, the number of bedridden patients who undergo percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) has increased, and cholelithiasis has often been found in these patients. This study aimed to evaluate the risk factors correlated with cholelithiasis in adults who underwent PEG. This retrospective single-center design study reviewed patients who underwent PEG and were confirmed to have cholelithiasis through imaging from March 1996 to December 2021. The investigated variables were age, sex, body mass index (BMI, kg/m2), cause of PEG insertion, initial physical activity status, laboratory findings on PEG insertion day, and incidence of acute cholecystitis. The differences between categorical and continuous variables were analyzed using Student's t test and chi-square test. We enrolled 576 eligible patients who underwent PEG insertion. A total of 161 patients were detected with cholelithiasis (28.0%). The overall independent risk factors for cholelithiasis in patients who underwent PEG insertion were increased C-reactive protein (CRP) levels and decreased physical activity status (bedridden state). The incidence of cholelithiasis was increased by up to 30.7%, especially in patients with bedridden status. However, the incidence of acute cholecystitis among cholelithiasis group was only 5.6%. BMI and total cholesterol were positively correlated with the size of gallbladder (GB) stones. One of the major risk factors for cholelithiasis is decreased physical activity, especially in patients who underwent PEG insertion. Abdominal imaging is recommended to confirm the presence of cholelithiasis and to consider prophylaxis for cholelithiasis, especially in bedridden patients with elevated initial CRP levels at the time of PEG insertion.
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Grants
- NRF-2022R1F1A1067621 the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) grant funded by the Korea government
- (Project Number: 9991006975, KMDF_PR_20200901_0155) the Korea Medical Device Development Fund grant funded by the Korean government (the Ministry of Science and ICT, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, Ministry of Health & Welfare, and the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety)
- (NTIS, KMDF-RnD 202016B01) the Korea Medical Device Development Fund grant funded by the Korean government (the Ministry of Science and ICT, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, Ministry of Health & Welfare, and the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety)
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- Boram Cha
- Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Shihwa medical center, Siheung, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inha University Hospital, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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Sermonesi G, Tian BWCA, Vallicelli C, Abu-Zidan FM, Damaskos D, Kelly MD, Leppäniemi A, Galante JM, Tan E, Kirkpatrick AW, Khokha V, Romeo OM, Chirica M, Pikoulis M, Litvin A, Shelat VG, Sakakushev B, Wani I, Sall I, Fugazzola P, Cicuttin E, Toro A, Amico F, Mas FD, De Simone B, Sugrue M, Bonavina L, Campanelli G, Carcoforo P, Cobianchi L, Coccolini F, Chiarugi M, Di Carlo I, Di Saverio S, Podda M, Pisano M, Sartelli M, Testini M, Fette A, Rizoli S, Picetti E, Weber D, Latifi R, Kluger Y, Balogh ZJ, Biffl W, Jeekel H, Civil I, Hecker A, Ansaloni L, Bravi F, Agnoletti V, Beka SG, Moore EE, Catena F. Cesena guidelines: WSES consensus statement on laparoscopic-first approach to general surgery emergencies and abdominal trauma. World J Emerg Surg 2023; 18:57. [PMID: 38066631 PMCID: PMC10704840 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-023-00520-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopy is widely adopted across nearly all surgical subspecialties in the elective setting. Initially finding indication in minor abdominal emergencies, it has gradually become the standard approach in the majority of elective general surgery procedures. Despite many technological advances and increasing acceptance, the laparoscopic approach remains underutilized in emergency general surgery and in abdominal trauma. Emergency laparotomy continues to carry a high morbidity and mortality. In recent years, there has been a growing interest from emergency and trauma surgeons in adopting minimally invasive surgery approaches in the acute surgical setting. The present position paper, supported by the World Society of Emergency Surgery (WSES), aims to provide a review of the literature to reach a consensus on the indications and benefits of a laparoscopic-first approach in patients requiring emergency abdominal surgery for general surgery emergencies or abdominal trauma. METHODS This position paper was developed according to the WSES methodology. A steering committee performed the literature review and drafted the position paper. An international panel of 54 experts then critically revised the manuscript and discussed it in detail, to develop a consensus on a position statement. RESULTS A total of 323 studies (systematic review and meta-analysis, randomized clinical trial, retrospective comparative cohort studies, case series) have been selected from an initial pool of 7409 studies. Evidence demonstrates several benefits of the laparoscopic approach in stable patients undergoing emergency abdominal surgery for general surgical emergencies or abdominal trauma. The selection of a stable patient seems to be of paramount importance for a safe adoption of a laparoscopic approach. In hemodynamically stable patients, the laparoscopic approach was found to be safe, feasible and effective as a therapeutic tool or helpful to identify further management steps and needs, resulting in improved outcomes, regardless of conversion. Appropriate patient selection, surgeon experience and rigorous minimally invasive surgical training, remain crucial factors to increase the adoption of laparoscopy in emergency general surgery and abdominal trauma. CONCLUSIONS The WSES expert panel suggests laparoscopy as the first approach for stable patients undergoing emergency abdominal surgery for general surgery emergencies and abdominal trauma.
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- Giacomo Sermonesi
- Department of General and Emergency Surgery, Bufalini Hospital-Level 1 Trauma Center, Cesena, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of General and Emergency Surgery, Bufalini Hospital-Level 1 Trauma Center, Cesena, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Al‑Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Abdominal Center, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of California Davis, Sacramento, CA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Departments of Surgery and Critical Care Medicine, University of Calgary, Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, City Hospital, Mozyr, Belarus
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- Trauma, Burn, and Surgical Care Program, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Grenoble Alpes, La Tronche, France
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- 3Rd Department of Surgery, Attikon General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Athens, Greece
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- Department of Surgical Diseases No. 3, Gomel State Medical University, Gomel, Belarus
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- General Surgery Department, Medical University, University Hospital St George, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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- Department of Surgery, Sheri-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, India
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- General Surgery Department, Military Teaching Hospital, Dakar, Senegal
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- Department of Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies, General Surgery Cannizzaro Hospital, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Discipline of Surgery, School of Medicine and Public Health, Newcastle, Australia
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- Department of Management, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Campus Economico San Giobbe Cannaregio, 873, 30100, Venice, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, France
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- Donegal Clinical Research Academy Emergency Surgery Outcome Project, Letterkenny University Hospital, Donegal, Ireland
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- Department of Surgery, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, University of Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, S. Anna University Hospital and University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies, General Surgery Cannizzaro Hospital, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- General Surgery Department Hospital of San Benedetto del Tronto, Marche Region, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Science, Emergency Surgery Unit, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgery, ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII, Bergamo, Italy
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- Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area, Unit of Academic General Surgery, University of Bari "A. Moro", Bari, Italy
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- Pediatric Surgery, Children's Care Center, SRH Klinikum Suhl, Suhl, Thuringia, Germany
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- Surgery Department, Section of Trauma Surgery, Hamad General Hospital (HGH), Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Azienda Ospedaliero‑Universitaria Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, Royal Perth Hospital, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY, USA
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- Department of General Surgery, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Traumatology, John Hunter Hospital and University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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- Division of Trauma/Acute Care Surgery, Scripps Clinic Medical Group, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Emergency Medicine Department of General and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
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- Healthcare Administration, Santa Maria Delle Croci Hospital, Ravenna, Italy
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- Department of General and Emergency Surgery, Bufalini Hospital-Level 1 Trauma Center, Cesena, Italy
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- Ernest E Moore Shock Trauma Center at Denver Health, University of Colorado, Denver, CO, USA
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- Department of General and Emergency Surgery, Bufalini Hospital-Level 1 Trauma Center, Cesena, Italy
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Tao L, Wang H, Guo Q. Single-operator cholangioscopy system for management of acute cholecystitis secondary to choledocholithiasis. Endosc Int Open 2023; 11:E1138-E1142. [PMID: 38221948 PMCID: PMC10785000 DOI: 10.1055/a-2201-6871] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024] Open
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This study aimed to investigate the safety and efficacy of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) + EyeMax (single-operator cholangioscopy system; SOC) (i.e., ERCP+SOC) for the treatment of choledocholithasis-associated acute cholecystitis. Twenty-five patients were evaluated between January 2022 and June 2023. The success rate (technical + clinical), procedure time, postoperative recovery, postoperative length of hospital stay, and complications rates were recorded. The procedure and clinical success rates were 92% (23/25) and 96% (24/25), respectively. The mean procedure time was 36.6±10 minutes (standard deviation [SD]). The average postoperative hospitalization was 2±0.8 days. No adverse events such as bleeding, perforation, or bile leakage occurred. Cholecystitis did not recur during the 2 to 18 months of follow-up. ERCP+SOC may be a feasible, safe, and effective alternative treatment for acute cholecystitis secondary to choledocholithiasis. ERCP+SOC was able to simultaneously resolve both biliary tract and gallbladder problems via natural orifice endoscopy. Its advantages included no skin wound, reduced postoperative pain, quick recovery, limited to no exposure to x-rays, and a short hospital stay.
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- Liying Tao
- Department of Gastroenterology, Jilin People's Hospital, Jilin, China
- Digestive Endoscopy Center, Jilin People’s Hospital, Jilin, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Jilin People's Hospital, Jilin, China
- Digestive Endoscopy Center, Jilin People’s Hospital, Jilin, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Jilin People's Hospital, Jilin, China
- Digestive Endoscopy Center, Jilin People’s Hospital, Jilin, China
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Lau J, Sinha S. Outcome Predictors of Percutaneous Cholecystostomy As Definitive Versus Bridging Treatment for Acute Cholecystitis. Cureus 2023; 15:e49962. [PMID: 38179380 PMCID: PMC10765770 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.49962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024] Open
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Introduction Percutaneous cholecystostomy (PC) is a treatment option for patients with acute cholecystitis (AC) who are too unwell, or too morbid for laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). Some patients have PC as a definitive treatment, whereas others have PC as a bridging treatment prior to LC. The aim of this study is to investigate patient characteristics and mortality among those who received PC as definitive treatment versus bridging treatment. Methods Our study retrospectively reviewed all patients treated with PC for AC from February 2019 to November 2022 at the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, Torquay, England. Fifty patients underwent PC for AC, with 48 patients having follow-up data available for analysis. Of these, 26 patients (54%) only received PC (definitive PC), and 22 patients (46%) later underwent LC (bridging LC). Results In this study, 68.8% of the patients were male, with a mean age of 76 ± 9 years. The overall mean Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) score was 4.96 ± 1.12, and the mean American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score was 2.83 ± 0.36. The median PC drain duration was 42 days. Six patients (12.5%) had a recurrence of AC with a mean of 57 days onset after PC insertion. Twelve patients (25%) experienced PC complications: 11 (23%) were minor, involving pain or a dislodged tube, and one (2%) was major, resulting in a subhepatic abscess. The median duration from PC insertion to LC surgery was 50.5 days. The bridging LC cohort had a 30-day and one-year mortality of 0%, while the definitive PC cohort had a 30-day mortality of 30.8% (eight patients) and a one-year mortality of 46.1% (12 patients). The bridging LC cohort compared to the definitive PC cohort had a significantly lower CCI (4.39 vs 5.57, p<0.05), and a significantly lower ASA (2.61 vs 3.04, p<0.05). The one-year survival cohort compared to the 30-day mortality cohort had significantly lower ASA (2.71 vs 3.25 p<0.05), and a non-significantly lower CCI (4.66 vs 5.86 p=0.094). The presence of negative predictive factors of respiratory dysfunction and hyperbilirubinemia had higher 30-day and 90-day mortality rates of 31.3% and 37.5%, compared to their absence of 9.4% and 21.4% respectively. Conclusion Our results demonstrate that PC is a safe procedure with a high success rate and low complications. We showed that PC is an effective treatment option for bridging a select cohort of patients to receive a delayed LC. Furthermore, the data suggests ASA and CCI scoring can be used as clinical adjuncts to assess whether bridging patients from PC to LC is appropriate. Finally, ASA, respiratory dysfunction, and hyperbilirubinemia can be used as significant negative predictors of post-PC mortality.
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- Joshua Lau
- Upper GI Surgery, Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, Torquay, GBR
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- Upper GI Surgery, Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, Torquay, GBR
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Kivivuori A, Salminen P, Ukkonen M, Ilves I, Vihervaara H, Zalevskaja K, Pajari J, Paajanen H, Rantanen T. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy versus antibiotic therapy for acute cholecystitis in patients over 75 years: Randomized clinical trial and retrospective cohort study. Scand J Surg 2023; 112:219-226. [PMID: 37572012 DOI: 10.1177/14574969231178650] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE The prevalence of acute cholecystitis among elderly patients is increasing. The aim of this study was to compare laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) to antibiotics in elderly patients with acute cholecystitis. METHODS A randomized multicenter clinical trial including patients over 75 years with acute calculous cholecystitis was conducted in four hospitals in Finland between January 2017 and December 2019. Patients were randomized to undergo LC or antibiotic therapy. Due to patient enrollment challenges, the trial was prematurely terminated in December 2019. To assess all eligible patients, we performed a retrospective cohort study including all patients over 75 years with acute cholecystitis during the study period. The primary outcome was morbidity. Predefined secondary outcomes included mortality, readmission rate, and length of hospital stay. RESULTS Among 42 randomized patients (LC n = 24, antibiotics n = 18, mean age 82 years, 43% women), the complication rate was 17% (n = 4/24) after cholecystectomy and 33% (n = 6/18, 5/6 patients underwent cholecystectomy due to antibiotic treatment failure) after antibiotics (p = 0.209). In the retrospective cohort (n = 630, mean age 83 years, 49% women), 37% (236/630) of the patients were treated with cholecystectomy and 63% (394/630) with antibiotics. Readmissions were less common after surgical treatment compared with antibiotics in both randomized and retrospective cohort patients (8% vs 44%, p < 0.001% and 11 vs 32%, p < 0.001, respectively). There was no 30-day mortality within the randomized trial. In the retrospective patient cohort, overall mortality was 6% (35/630). CONCLUSIONS LC may be superior to antibiotic therapy for acute cholecystitis in the selected group of elderly patients with acute cholecystitis.
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- Antti Kivivuori
- Kuopio University Hospital Puijonlaaksontie 270210 Kuopio Finland
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- Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Mikkeli Central Hospital, Mikkeli, Finland
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- Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Mikkeli Central Hospital, Mikkeli, Finland
- University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
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- Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, Finland
- University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
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Ansah Owusu F, Javed H, Saleem A, Singh J, Varrassi G, Raza SS, Ram R. Beyond the Scalpel: A Tapestry of Surgical Safety, Precision, and Patient Prosperity. Cureus 2023; 15:e50316. [PMID: 38205460 PMCID: PMC10776504 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.50316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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In modern surgical practice, the focus extends beyond simply making and closing incisions. We aim to investigate the various complex aspects that redefine the criteria for achieving effective surgical outcomes. This narrative combines current knowledge, integrating practical experiences and academic viewpoints to comprehend the changing field of surgical care thoroughly. The tapestry explores the detailed aspects of surgical safety, examining the most recent progress in protocols, technology, and team dynamics that strive to reduce procedural risks. Examining precision in surgery, this narrative goes beyond conventional limits to explore the incorporation of advanced technologies, such as robotics and navigational systems. The complex interplay between the surgeon's proficiency and these technology aids is crucial in attaining unparalleled accuracy and favorable patient results. The focal point of this investigation is the patient's well-being, encompassing postoperative care, rehabilitation, and long-term health. Actual accounts from surgical procedures highlight the significant influence of comprehensive patient-centered methods, emphasizing the crucial need for empathy, communication, and individualized care plans in promoting healing and adaptability. As we explore this complex situation, the combination of real-life stories and academic discussions creates a clear and detailed image of a surgical environment that goes far beyond the boundaries of the operating room. "Beyond the Scalpel" seeks to engage practitioners, scholars, and stakeholders in a conversation that redefines the criteria for surgical success. It aims to establish a new benchmark that combines safety, precision, and patient well-being, ultimately shaping the future of surgical practice.
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- Surgery, Shifa College of Medicine, Islamabad, PAK
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- General Surgery, Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC), Peshawar, PAK
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- Internal Medicine, Lahore General Hospital, Lahore, PAK
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- Physiology, Gajju Khan Medical College, Swabi, PAK
- Physiology, Khyber Medical College/Teaching Hospital, Peshawar, PAK
- Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Peshawar, PAK
- Physiology, Gandhara University, Peshawar, PAK
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- Medicine, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Washington, USA
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Manuel EM, Francés CG, Arenas MC, Marín-Blázquez AA. Response to "Analysis of risk factors for complications in acute lithiasic cholecystitis. Deconstruction of the Tokyo Guidelines?". Cir Esp 2023; 101:878-879. [PMID: 37722487 DOI: 10.1016/j.cireng.2023.05.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 09/20/2023]
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- Esther Medina Manuel
- Cirujano, Servicio de Cirugía General Hospital General, Universitario Reina Sofía, Murcia, Spain.
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- Cirujano, Servicio de Cirugía General Hospital General, Universitario Santa Lucía, Cartagena, Murcia, Spain
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- Cirujano, Servicio de Cirugía General Hospital General, Universitario Reina Sofía, Murcia, Spain; Profesor Asociado de Cirugía, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Católica San Antonio, Murcia, Spain
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- Cirujano, Servicio de Cirugía General Hospital General, Universitario Reina Sofía, Murcia, Spain; Profesor Asociado de Cirugía, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Católica San Antonio, Murcia, Spain; Jefe de Servicio, Responsable de la Cátedra de Cirugía, Facultad de Medicina. Universidad Católica San Antonio, Murcia, Spain
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Huang SS, Lin KW, Liu KL, Wu YM, Lien WC, Wang HP. Diagnostic performance of ultrasound in acute cholecystitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Emerg Surg 2023; 18:54. [PMID: 38037062 PMCID: PMC10687940 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-023-00524-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/25/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND An updated overview of ultrasound (US) for diagnosis of acute cholecystitis (AC) remains lacking. This systematic review was conducted to evaluate the diagnostic performance of US for AC. METHODS A systematic review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. We meticulously screened articles from MEDLINE, Embase, and the Cochrane Library, spanning from inception to August 2023. We employed the search strategy combining the keywords "bedside US", "emergency US" or "point-of-care US" with "AC". Two reviewers independently screened the titles and abstracts of the retrieved articles to identify suitable studies. The inclusion criteria encompassed articles investigating the diagnostic performance of US for AC. Data regarding diagnostic performance, sonographers, and sonographic findings including the presence of gallstone, gallbladder (GB) wall thickness, peri-GB fluid, or sonographic Murphy sign were extracted, and a meta-analysis was executed. Case reports, editorials, and review articles were excluded, as well as studies focused on acalculous cholecystitis. The study quality was assessed with the Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies-2 (QUADAS-2) tool. RESULTS Forty studies with 8,652 patients were included. The majority of studies had a low risk of bias and applicability concerns. US had a pooled sensitivity of 71% (95% CI, 69-72%), a specificity of 85% (95% CI, 84-86%), and an accuracy of 0.83 (95% CI, 0.82-0.83) for the diagnosis of AC. The pooled sensitivity and specificity were 71% (95% CI, 67-74%) and 92% (95% CI, 90-93%) performed by emergency physicians (EPs), 79% (95% CI, 71-85%) and 76% (95% CI, 69-81%) performed by surgeons, and 68% (95% CI 66-71%) and 87% (95% CI, 86-88%) performed by radiologists, respectively. There were no statistically significant differences among the three groups. CONCLUSION US is a good imaging modality for the diagnosis of AC. EP-performed US has a similar diagnostic performance to radiologist-performed US. Further investigations would be needed to investigate the impact of US on expediting the management process and improving patient-centered outcomes.
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- Sih-Shiang Huang
- Department of Emergency Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital and College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, No.7, Chung-Shan South Road, Taipei, 100, Taiwan
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital and College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, No.7, Chung-Shan South Road, Taipei, 100, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Imaging, National Taiwan University Cancer Center, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Medical Imaging, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital and College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, No.7, Chung-Shan South Road, Taipei, 100, Taiwan.
- Department of Emergency Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Li ZZ, Guan LJ, Ouyang R, Chen ZX, Ouyang GQ, Jiang HX. Global, regional, and national burden of gallbladder and biliary diseases from 1990 to 2019. World J Gastrointest Surg 2023; 15:2564-2578. [PMID: 38111771 PMCID: PMC10725539 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v15.i11.2564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Revised: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/17/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Gallbladder and biliary diseases (GABDs) are a major public health issue. AIM To analysis the cause-specific incidence, prevalence, and years lived with disability (YLDs) and its temporal trends of GABDs at the global, regional, and national level. Data on GABD were available from the Global Burden of Disease study 2019. METHODS The estimated annual percentage change (EAPC) was used to quantify temporal trend in GABD age-standardized incidence rates (ASIRs), age-standardized prevalence rate (ASPR), and age-standardized YLD rate (ASYR) by region, sex. We analyzed the relationship between the GABD burden and country development level using the human development index (HDI). RESULTS In 2019, the incident cases of GABD were 52003772, with an ASIR of 63432/100000 population. Globally, the number of incident cases and ASIR of GABD increased 97% and 58.9% between 1990 and 2019. Although, the ASPR and ASYR decreased from 1990 to 2019, the number of prevalent and YLDs cases increased. The highest ASIR was observed in Italy, and the highest ASPR and ASYR was observed in United Kingdom. The highest burden of GABD was found in low-SDI region, and the burden in female was significantly higher than males. A generally negative correlation (ρ = -0.24, P < 0.05) of GABD with the EAPC and human development index (HDI) (in 2021) were observed for ASIR. What's more, no correlation in ASPR (ρ = -0.06, P = 0.39) and ASYR (ρ = -0.07, P = 0.36) of GABD with the EAPC and HDI (in 2021) were observed, respectively. CONCLUSION GABD remain a major global public health challenge; however, the burden of GABD varies geographically. Globally, the number of incident cases and ASIR of GABD increased between 1990 and 2019. The results of our study provide insight into the global disease burden of GABD and may assist policymakers in formulating effective policies to mitigate modifiable risk factors.
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- Zhong-Zhuan Li
- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
- Department of Gastroenterology, Liuzhou Workers’ Hospital (The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University), Liuzhou 545007, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Department of Abdomen Ultrasound, Nanning Sixth People’s Hospital, Nanning 530002, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Liuzhou Workers’ Hospital (The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University), Liuzhou 545007, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Liuzhou Workers’ Hospital (The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University), Liuzhou 545007, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Liuzhou People’s Hospital Affiliated to Guangxi Medical University, Liuzhou 545006, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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Serban D, Stoica PL, Dascalu AM, Bratu DG, Cristea BM, Alius C, Motofei I, Tudor C, Tribus LC, Serboiu C, Tudosie MS, Tanasescu D, Vancea G, Costea DO. The Significance of Preoperative Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR), Platelet-to-Lymphocyte Ratio (PLR), and Systemic Inflammatory Index (SII) in Predicting Severity and Adverse Outcomes in Acute Calculous Cholecystitis. J Clin Med 2023; 12:6946. [PMID: 37959411 PMCID: PMC10648653 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12216946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2023] [Revised: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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The prediction of severity in acute calculous cholecystitis (AC) is important in therapeutic management to ensure an early recovery and prevent adverse postoperative events. We analyzed the value of the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR), and systemic inflammatory index (SII) to predict advanced inflammation, the risk for conversion, and postoperative complications in AC. Advanced AC was considered the cases with empyema, gangrene, perforation of the gallbladder, abscesses, or difficulties in achieving the critical view of safety. A 3-year retrospective was performed on 235 patients admitted in emergency care for AC. The NLR was superior to the PLR and SII in predicting advanced inflammation and risk for conversion. The best predictive value was found to be at an NLR "cut-off" value of >4.19, with a sensitivity of 85.5% and a specificity of 66.9% (AUC = 0.824). The NLR, SII, and TG 13/18 correlate well with postoperative complications of Clavien-Dindo grade IV (p < 0.001 for all variables) and sepsis. For predicting early postoperative sepsis, TG 13/18 grading >2 and NLR > 8.54 show the best predicting power (AUC = 0.931; AUC = 0.888, respectively), although not significantly higher than that of the PLR and SII. The NLR is a useful biomarker in assessing the severity of inflammation in AC. The SII and PLR may be useful in the prediction of systemic inflammatory response.
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- Dragos Serban
- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
- Fourth General Surgery Department, Emergency University Hospital Bucharest, 050098 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, University Lucian Blaga Sibiu, 550169 Sibiu, Romania;
- Department of Surgery, Emergency County Hospital Sibiu, 550245 Sibiu, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
- Fourth General Surgery Department, Emergency University Hospital Bucharest, 050098 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
- Department of General Surgery, Emergency Clinic Hospital “Sf. Pantelimon” Bucharest, 021659 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
- Fourth General Surgery Department, Emergency University Hospital Bucharest, 050098 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Dental Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Internal Medicine, Ilfov Emergency Clinic Hospital Bucharest, 022104 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Nursing and Dentistry, Faculty of General Medicine, University Lucian Blaga Sibiu, 550169 Sibiu, Romania;
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (D.S.); (B.M.C.); (C.A.); (I.M.); (C.S.); (G.V.)
- Clinical Hospital of Infectious and Tropical Diseases “Dr. Victor Babes”, 030303 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Ovidius University Constanta, 900470 Constanta, Romania;
- General Surgery Department, Emergency County Hospital Constanta, 900591 Constanta, Romania
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Fugazzola P, Cobianchi L, Dal Mas F, Cicuttin E, Dominioni T, Frassini S, Tomasoni M, Viganò J, Catena F, Ansaloni L. Prospective validation of the Israeli Score for the prediction of common bile duct stones in patients with acute calculous cholecystitis. Surg Endosc 2023; 37:8562-8569. [PMID: 37794123 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-023-10442-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Existing guidelines for predicting common bile duct stones (CBDS) are not specific for acute calculous cholecystitis (ACC). This paper is a posthoc analysis of the S.P.Ri.M.A.C.C study aiming to prospectively validate on a large independent cohort of patients the Israeli Score (IS) in predicting CBDS in patients with ACC. METHODS The S.P.Ri.M.A.C.C. study is an observational multicenter prospective study endorsed by the World Society of Emergency Surgery (WSES). Between September 1st, 2021, and September 1st, 2022, 1201 participants were included. The Chi-Square test was used to compare categorical data. A Cochran-Armitage test was run to determine whether a linear trend existed between the IS and the presence of CBDS. To assess the accuracy of the prediction model, the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was generated, and the area under the ROC curve (AUC) was calculated. Logistic regression was run to obtain Odds Ratio (OR). A two-tailed p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. RESULTS The rate of CBDS was 1.8% in patients with an IS of 0, 4.2% in patients with an IS of 1, 24.5% in patients with 2 and 56.3% in patients with 3 (p < 0.001). The Cochran-Armitage test of trend showed a statistically significant linear trend, p < 0.001. Patients with an IS of 3 had 64.4 times (95% CI 24.8-166.9) higher odds of having associated CBDS than patients with an IS of 0. The AUC of the ROC curve of IS for the prediction of CBDS was 0.809 (95% CI 0.752-0.865, p < 0.001). By applying the highest cut-off point (3), the specificity reached 99%, while using the lowest cut-off value (0), the sensitivity reached 100%. CONCLUSION The IS is a reliable tool to predict CBDS associated with ACC. The algorithm derived from the IS could optimize the management of patients with ACC.
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- Paola Fugazzola
- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100, Pavia, Italy.
- Department of Clinical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Via Alessandro Brambilla, 74, 27100, Pavia, PV, Italy.
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- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100, Pavia, Italy
- Department of Clinical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Via Alessandro Brambilla, 74, 27100, Pavia, PV, Italy
- ITIR - Institute for Transformative Innovation Research, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Management, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Venice, Italy
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- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgery, Bufalini Hospital, Cesena, Italy
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- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100, Pavia, Italy
- Department of Clinical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Via Alessandro Brambilla, 74, 27100, Pavia, PV, Italy
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Berenson A, Doran M, Strollo B, Burton J, Townsend M, Babin J, Millien J, Brown R, Fuhrman G. An Analysis of Outcomes and Management Strategies for Patients With Cholecystostomy Tubes. Am Surg 2023; 89:4424-4430. [PMID: 35852865 DOI: 10.1177/00031348221109459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Percutaneous cholecystostomy tube (PCT) drainage is an effective management strategy for acute cholecystitis in patients medically unfit for surgery. However, little is known about the fate of patients managed by PCT. We conducted this study to determine tube management outcomes for patients with acute cholecystitis managed by PCT. METHODS The electronic record was queried to identify patients with acute cholecystitis managed by PCT from 2012-2020. Patients were divided into three groups for analysis: 1) ultimately managed by cholecystectomy, 2) eventual confirmation of distal flow of bile from the gallbladder and tube removal, and 3) tubes left in place without further management. RESULTS A total of 179 patients with acute cholecystitis treated by PCT were included. Sixty-six patients never fully recovered from the medical insult associated with their diagnosis of acute cholecystitis and had their tubes left in situ. Sixty-four of these 66 patients (97%) died during follow-up. The remaining 113 patients recovered from their illness and presented to clinic for evaluation for tube removal and/or cholecystectomy. When distal biliary flow was confirmed, tube removal was favored (n = 70). When cystic duct outflow occlusion persisted, cholecystectomy was planned for patients who became acceptable surgical candidates (n = 43). For patients managed by cholecystectomy, 8 were approached open and 35 laparoscopically, with 12 of 35 (34.3%) converted to open and 23 (65.7%) completed laparoscopically. CONCLUSION Our study favors PCT removal for patients who recover from their acute illness when distal bile flow from the gallbladder is confirmed. We reserve cholecystectomy for patients who recover from their illness and demonstrate persistent cystic duct outflow obstruction.
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- Adam Berenson
- Department of Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Ochsner Clinical School,The University of Queensland Faculty of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA, USA
- Ochsner Clinical School,The University of Queensland Faculty of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Ochsner Health Center for Outcomes and Health Services Research, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA, USA
- Ochsner Clinical School,The University of Queensland Faculty of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA, USA
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Hussain AK, Kakakhel MM, Ashraf MF, Shahab M, Ahmad F, Luqman F, Ahmad M, Mohammed Nour A, Varrassi G, Kinger S. Innovative Approaches to Safe Surgery: A Narrative Synthesis of Best Practices. Cureus 2023; 15:e49723. [PMID: 38161861 PMCID: PMC10757557 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.49723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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By encompassing a wide range of best practices within the ever-changing realm of modern surgical care, this exhaustive narrative compendium attempts to unravel the complex tapestry of novel approaches to safe surgery. Within the context of a dynamic surgical environment, this research endeavors to illuminate and integrate state-of-the-art methods that collectively methodically improve patient safety. The narrative elucidates a diverse array of practices that seek to revolutionize the paradigm of safe surgery, emphasizing technological progress, patient-centric approaches, and global viewpoints. The combined effectiveness of these methods in fostering an all-encompassing culture of safety, improving surgical precision, and decreasing complications is revealed by the results obtained from their implementation. The recognition of the dynamic interplay among multiple components, including the active participation of patients, the integration of cutting-edge technologies, and the establishment of comprehensive quality improvement programs, is fundamental to this narrative. By their collective composition, these components support the notion that secure surgical practices are intricate and interrelated. The present synthesis functions as a fundamental resource for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and researchers, providing an enlightening examination of the current condition of secure surgical practices. By emphasizing the promotion of innovation, continuous development, and the utmost quality of patient care, it offers a strategic guide for navigating the complex terrain of safe surgery. In the ever-evolving landscape of surgical care, this narrative synthesis serves as a guiding principle for stakeholders striving to understand better and implement safe surgical procedures in various healthcare environments.
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- Amer Kamal Hussain
- Urology, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals National Health Service (NHS) Trust, Birmingham, GBR
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- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Liverpool University Hospitals National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust, Liverpool, GBR
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- Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, University Hospitals Birmingham National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust, Birmingham, GBR
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- Ophthalmology, Khyber Medical College, Peshawar, PAK
- Ophthalmology, Medical Teaching Institution (MTI) Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar, PAK
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- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal College of Surgeons, Dublin, IRL
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- Urology, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals National Health Service (NHS) Trust, Birmingham, GBR
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Mattila A, Helminen O, Pynnönen E, Sironen A, Elomaa E, Nevalainen M. Preoperative MRCP Can Rule Out Choledocholithiasis in Acute Cholecystitis with a High Negative Predictive Value: Prospective Cohort Study with Intraoperative Cholangiography. J Gastrointest Surg 2023; 27:2396-2402. [PMID: 37578567 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-023-05790-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) provides a noninvasive and fast modality for imaging the biliary tree when choledocholithiasis is suspected. Guidelines suggest that MRCP is recommended when strong or moderate signs of common bile duct (CBD) stones are present. Well-performed prospective studies are scarce regarding the sensitivity and specificity of preoperative MRCP in patients with acute cholecystitis in comparison with intraoperative cholangiography, ERCP, or choledochoscopy. METHODS We performed a prospective, observational population-based feasibility study in Central Finland Hospital Nova between January 2019 and December 2019. We examined the diagnostic performance of preoperative MRCP on consecutive patients with acute cholecystitis scheduled for index admission cholecystectomy. The accuracy of MRCP was verified with IOC, choledochoscopy, or ERCP. The interobserver reliability of the image quality of MRCP and the sensitivity and specificity of choledocholithiasis were observed independently by three experienced radiologists. RESULTS A total of 180 consecutive patients diagnosed with acute cholecystitis followed by index admission cholecystectomy were identified. MRCP was performed in 113/180 (62.8%) patients, and complementary perioperative imaging of the bile ducts was performed in 72/113 (63.7%) patients. The incidence of choledocholithiasis was high (29.2%). In acute cholecystitis, the sensitivity (76.2-85.7%) and specificity (84.3-92.2%) of MRCP were equally compared to the literature with unselected patient groups. The best visibility was observed in the common hepatic duct, the inferior CBD, and the central hepatic duct. The interobserver reliability was excellent for determining the size and quantity of CBD stones. CONCLUSION In acute cholecystitis, MRCP yields high negative predictive value regarding detection of choledocholithiasis. If CBD stones were discovered, the interobserver reliability was excellent when measuring the size and number of CBD stones. The best-visualized area was the distal part of the biliary tract, which provides good preoperative workup if choledocholithiasis is present.
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- Anne Mattila
- Department of Surgery, Hospital Nova of Central Finland, Jyväskylä, Finland.
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- Research Unit of Translational Medicine, University of Oulu and Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
- Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland
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- Department of Radiology, Hospital Nova of Central Finland, Jyväskylä, Finland
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- Department of Radiology, Hospital Nova of Central Finland, Jyväskylä, Finland
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- Department of Radiology, Hospital Nova of Central Finland, Jyväskylä, Finland
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- Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland
- Research Unit of Health Sciences and Technology, University of Oulu and Department Radiology Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
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Kubat M, Şengül S, Şahin S. Efficacy of blood parameters as indicators of the need for overdue urgent cholecystectomy in elderly patients with acute cholecystitis. ULUS TRAVMA ACIL CER 2023; 29:1248-1254. [PMID: 37889024 PMCID: PMC10771242 DOI: 10.14744/tjtes.2023.75670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Revised: 08/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although early cholecystectomy is recommended for patients with acute cholecystitis, conservative treatment followed by delayed cholecystectomy (DC) is a highly preferred modality, especially in older adult patients. However, some severe cases require overdue urgent cholecystectomy (OC). This study aimed to evaluate the ability of laboratory findings and Tokyo severity classification (TokyoSC) to differentiate those with the need for OC among elderly patients. METHODS Laboratory/radiological/clinical findings of geriatric patients with acute cholecystitis on admission and TokyoSC were retrospectively analyzed. The DC and OC groups were compared. RESULTS The mean age of the 164 patients was 72.3±6.4 years. White blood cell, neutrophil (NEU), immature granulocyte (IG), C-reactive protein, neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), and TokyoSC parameters were all significant at P<0.001 in differentiation. NLR had a specificity of 98%, and TokyoSC had a sensitivity of 98%. CONCLUSION NLR, NEU, IG, and TokyoSC were effective in differentiating patients who needed OC while planning conservative treatment + DC for older adult patients who were followed up due to acute cholecystitis. If the NLR is >9.9 and TokyoSC is moderate/high, early cholecystectomy should be preferred instead of conservative treatment + DC in aged patients.
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- Mehmet Kubat
- Department of General Surgery, Alanya Training and Research Hospital, Antalya-Türkiye
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- Department of General Surgery, Alaaddin Keykubat University, Antalya-Türkiye
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- Department of General Surgery, Ahi Evran University, Kırşehir-Türkiye
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Singh A, Kaur M, Swaminathan C, Subramanian A, Singh KK, Sajid MS. Preoperative antibiotic prophylaxis in acute cholecystectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Transl Gastroenterol Hepatol 2023; 8:37. [PMID: 38021359 PMCID: PMC10643220 DOI: 10.21037/tgh-23-48] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) in patients admitted with acute cholecystitis is considered the preferred, feasible and safe mode of managing gallstone disease. The objective of this study is to evaluate the role of single-dose pre-operative prophylactic antibiotics in patients undergoing emergency LC for mild to moderate acute cholecystitis. Methods All randomized control trials (RCTs) reporting the use of single-dose pre-operative prophylactic antibiotics in patients undergoing acute cholecystectomy were retrieved from the search of standard medical electronic databases and analysis was conducted by using the principles of meta-analysis on the statistical software RevMan version 5. Results Standard medical databases search produced only 3 RCTs on 781 patients undergoing acute cholecystectomy. There were 384 patients in single dose pre-operative antibiotics group whereas 397 patients were recruited in the no-antibiotics group. In the random effects model analysis, the use of single-dose preoperative prophylactic antibiotics in patients undergoing acute cholecystectomy for mild to moderate cholecystitis failed to demonstrate any extra advantage of reducing the risk of [risk ratio (RR) =0.69; 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.46-1.03; Z=1.80; P=0.07] infective complications. There was no heterogeneity [Tau2 =0; Chi2 =1.74, df =2 (P=0.42; I2=0%)] among included studies. Conclusions A preoperative single dose of prophylactic antibiotics in patients undergoing acute LC for mild to moderate acute cholecystitis does not offer extra benefits to reduce infective complications.
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- Anurag Singh
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton, Brighton, UK
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton, Brighton, UK
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton, Brighton, UK
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton, Brighton, UK
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton, Brighton, UK
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton, Brighton, UK
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Fugazzola P, Abu-Zidan FM, Cobianchi L, Dal Mas F, Ceresoli M, Coccolini F, Frassini S, Tomasoni M, Catena F, Ansaloni L. Timing of Early Cholecystectomy for Acute Calculous Cholecystitis: A Multicentric Prospective Observational Study. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:2752. [PMID: 37893826 PMCID: PMC10606750 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11202752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2023] [Revised: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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The definition of Early Cholecystectomy (EC) is still debatable. This paper aims to find whether the timing of EC affects outcomes. The article reports a multicentric prospective observational study including patients with acute calculous cholecystitis (ACC) who had cholecystectomy within ten days from the onset of symptoms. Kruskall-Wallis test, Fisher's Exact test, and Spearman rank correlation were used for statistical analysis. The patients were divided into three groups depending on the timing of the operation: 0-3 days, 4-7 days, or 8-10 days from the onset of symptoms. 1117 patients were studied over a year. The time from the onset of symptoms to EC did not affect the post-operative complications and mortality, the conversion, and the reintervention rate. The time represented a significant risk factor for intraoperative complications (0-3 days, 2.8%; 4-7 days, 5.6%; 8-10 days, 7.9%; p = 0.01) and subtotal cholecystectomies (0-3 days, 2.7%; 4-7 days, 5.6%; 8-10 days, 10.9%; p < 0.001). ACC is an evolutive inflammatory process and, as the days go by, the local and systemic inflammation increases, making surgery more complex and difficult with a higher risk of intraoperative complications. We recommend performing EC for ACC as soon as possible, within the first ten days of the onset of symptoms.
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- Paola Fugazzola
- Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Division of General Surgery, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (L.C.); (S.F.); (M.T.); (L.A.)
- Department of Clinical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Via Alessandro Brambilla, 74, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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- The Research Office, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Al-Ain 15551, United Arab Emirates;
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- Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Division of General Surgery, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (L.C.); (S.F.); (M.T.); (L.A.)
- Department of Clinical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Via Alessandro Brambilla, 74, 27100 Pavia, Italy
- ITIR—Institute for Transformative Innovation Research, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Management, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, 30123 Venice, Italy;
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- General and Emergency Surgery, School of Medicine and Surgery, Milano-Bicocca University, 20900 Monza, Italy;
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- Department of Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Pisa University Hospital, University of Pisa, 56126 Pisa, Italy;
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- Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Division of General Surgery, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (L.C.); (S.F.); (M.T.); (L.A.)
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- Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Division of General Surgery, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (L.C.); (S.F.); (M.T.); (L.A.)
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- General and Emergency Surgery, Bufalini Hospital, 47521 Cesena, Italy;
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- Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Division of General Surgery, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (L.C.); (S.F.); (M.T.); (L.A.)
- Department of Clinical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Via Alessandro Brambilla, 74, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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Altıner S, Ergüder E, Altınok SH, Aydın SM, Mutlu Barlas A, Tuncal S. The role of preoperative ultrasound in predicting conversion from laparoscopic cholecystectomy to open surgery in acute cholecystitis. ULUS TRAVMA ACIL CER 2023; 29:1109-1113. [PMID: 37791445 PMCID: PMC10644075 DOI: 10.14744/tjtes.2023.45469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study is to evaluate the role of pre-operative ultrasound findings for conversion from laparoscopic cholecystectomy to open surgery in patients with acute cholecystitis and to evaluate the effects of pre-operative ultrasound findings on operation time and length of stay. METHODS The study included 80 patients who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis between January 1 and June 30, 2023. The relationship between gallbladder wall thickness and the presence of pericholecystic fluid on pre-operative ultrasonography and the duration of surgery, conversion to open surgery, and hospitalization was evaluated. RESULTS The patient group undergoing open surgery exhibited a statistically significant increase in both the median gallbladder wall thickness (P<0.001) and the frequency of pericholecystic fluid on pre-operative ultrasound (P=0.012). Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis was used to assess the discriminative power of gallbladder wall thickness for predicting the requirement to convert from laparoscopic surgery to open surgery. The area under the curve value was found to be 0.907, indicating a strong discriminative power. Based on the ROC curve, a gallbladder wall thickness of ≥5.75 millimeters showed a sensitivity of 85.7% and specificity of 84.9% in predicting the requirement for open surgery. CONCLUSION Our study highlights the significance of two factors in predicting the conversion from laparoscopic cholecystectomy to open surgery in patients with acute cholecystitis. The presence of pericholecystic fluid and a gallbladder wall thickness of 5.75 mm or greater are indicators that the laparoscopic procedure may be more challenging in such cases. These results can aid surgeons in making informed decisions and planning the surgical approach accordingly for better patient outcomes.
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- Saygın Altıner
- Department of General Surgery, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye
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- Department of General Surgery, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye
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- Department of General Surgery, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye
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- Department of General Surgery, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye
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- Department of General Surgery, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye
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- Department of General Surgery, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye
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Di Martino M, Ielpo B, Pata F, Pellino G, Di Saverio S, Catena F, De Simone B, Coccolini F, Sartelli M, Damaskos D, Mole D, Murzi V, Leppaniemi A, Pisanu A, Podda M. Timing of Cholecystectomy After Moderate and Severe Acute Biliary Pancreatitis. JAMA Surg 2023; 158:e233660. [PMID: 37610760 PMCID: PMC10448376 DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2023.3660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023]
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Importance Considering the lack of equipoise regarding the timing of cholecystectomy in patients with moderately severe and severe acute biliary pancreatitis (ABP), it is critical to assess this issue. Objective To assess the outcomes of early cholecystectomy (EC) in patients with moderately severe and severe ABP. Design, Settings, and Participants This cohort study retrospectively analyzed real-life data from the MANCTRA-1 (Compliance With Evidence-Based Clinical Guidelines in the Management of Acute Biliary Pancreatitis) data set, assessing 5304 consecutive patients hospitalized between January 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020, for ABP from 42 countries. A total of 3696 patients who were hospitalized for ABP and underwent cholecystectomy were included in the analysis; of these, 1202 underwent EC, defined as a cholecystectomy performed within 14 days of admission. Univariable and multivariable logistic regression models were used to identify prognostic factors of mortality and morbidity. Data analysis was performed from January to February 2023. Main Outcomes Mortality and morbidity after EC. Results Of the 3696 patients (mean [SD] age, 58.5 [17.8] years; 1907 [51.5%] female) included in the analysis, 1202 (32.5%) underwent EC and 2494 (67.5%) underwent delayed cholecystectomy (DC). Overall, EC presented an increased risk of postoperative mortality (1.4% vs 0.1%, P < .001) and morbidity (7.7% vs 3.7%, P < .001) compared with DC. On the multivariable analysis, moderately severe and severe ABP were associated with increased mortality (odds ratio [OR], 361.46; 95% CI, 2.28-57 212.31; P = .02) and morbidity (OR, 2.64; 95% CI, 1.35-5.19; P = .005). In patients with moderately severe and severe ABP (n = 108), EC was associated with an increased risk of mortality (16 [15.6%] vs 0 [0%], P < .001), morbidity (30 [30.3%] vs 57 [5.5%], P < .001), bile leakage (2 [2.4%] vs 4 [0.4%], P = .02), and infections (12 [14.6%] vs 4 [0.4%], P < .001) compared with patients with mild ABP who underwent EC. In patients with moderately severe and severe ABP (n = 108), EC was associated with higher mortality (16 [15.6%] vs 2 [1.2%], P < .001), morbidity (30 [30.3%] vs 17 [10.3%], P < .001), and infections (12 [14.6%] vs 2 [1.3%], P < .001) compared with patients with moderately severe and severe ABP who underwent DC. On the multivariable analysis, the patient's age (OR, 1.12; 95% CI, 1.02-1.36; P = .03) and American Society of Anesthesiologists score (OR, 5.91; 95% CI, 1.06-32.78; P = .04) were associated with mortality; severe complications of ABP were associated with increased mortality (OR, 50.04; 95% CI, 2.37-1058.01; P = .01) and morbidity (OR, 33.64; 95% CI, 3.19-354.73; P = .003). Conclusions and Relevance This cohort study's findings suggest that EC should be considered carefully in patients with moderately severe and severe ABP, as it was associated with increased postoperative mortality and morbidity. However, older and more fragile patients manifesting severe complications related to ABP should most likely not be considered for EC.
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- Marcello Di Martino
- Division of Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplantation Surgery, A.O.R.N. Cardarelli, Naples, Italy
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- Hepatobiliary Surgery Unit, Hospital del Mar, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Nicola Giannettasio Hospital, Corigliano-Rossano, Italy
- Department of Pharmacy, Health, and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Medical and Surgical Sciences, Università degli Studi della Campania, Luigi Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Madonna del Soccorso Hospital, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Bufalini Hospital, Cesena, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Metabolic Minimally Invasive Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Poissy/Saint Germain en Laye, Poissy Cedex, France
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- General, Emergency, and Trauma Surgery Unit, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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- Centre for Inflammation Research, Clinical Surgery, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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- Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, Abdominal Center, University of Helsinki and Helsinki University Central Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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Güneş Y, Taşdelen İ, Ergin A, Çakmak A, Bilgili AC, Bayram A, Aydın MT. Symptom Duration and Surgeon Volume: Impact on Early Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy for Acute Cholecystitis. Cureus 2023; 15:e47517. [PMID: 38021963 PMCID: PMC10664691 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.47517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The 'golden 72 hours' rule from the onset of symptoms still applies in laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis. This rule has been discussed with increasing experience in laparoscopic surgery in recent years. OBJECTIVE This study aims to determine the optimal symptom duration based on the surgeon's volume when deciding on early laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis. MATERIALS AND METHODS The patients were categorized into two groups: Group 1 (≤3 days) and Group 2 (>3 days) based on the symptom duration, and high-volume surgeons (performing >100 laparoscopic cholecystectomies in a year) and low-volume surgeons (performing <100 laparoscopic cholecystectomies in a year) based on the surgeon volume. All surgeons had received advanced training in laparoscopic surgery. RESULTS There was no statistical difference in postoperative outcomes between groups, except for a few data (p>0.05). The operative time was longer in Group 2, the postoperative hospital stay was longer for low-volume surgeons than for high-volume surgeons after three days, and operative time was longer after three days than the first three days in low-volume surgeons (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS Early laparoscopic cholecystectomy may be recommended for acute cholecystitis with symptom duration of more than three days, regardless of the surgeon volume, as long as they are competent in laparoscopic surgeries.
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- Yasin Güneş
- General Surgery Department, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, TUR
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- General Surgery Department, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, TUR
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- General Surgery Department, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, TUR
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- General Surgery, Sinop Ayancık State Hospital, Sinop, TUR
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- General Surgery Department, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, TUR
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- General Surgery Department, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, TUR
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- General Surgery Department, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, TUR
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Arkoudis NA, Moschovaki-Zeiger O, Reppas L, Grigoriadis S, Alexopoulou E, Brountzos E, Kelekis N, Spiliopoulos S. Percutaneous cholecystostomy: techniques and applications. Abdom Radiol (NY) 2023; 48:3229-3242. [PMID: 37338588 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-023-03982-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2023] [Revised: 06/04/2023] [Accepted: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/21/2023]
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Acute cholecystitis (AC) is a critical condition requiring immediate medical attention and treatment and is one of the most frequently encountered acute abdomen emergencies in surgical practice, requiring hospitalization. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is considered the favored treatment for patients with AC who are fit for surgery. However, in high-risk patients considered poor surgical candidates, percutaneous cholecystostomy (PC) has been suggested and employed as a safe and reliable alternative option. PC is a minimally invasive, nonsurgical, image-guided intervention that drains and decompresses the gallbladder, thereby preventing its perforation and sepsis. It can act as a bridge to surgery, but it may also serve as a definitive treatment for some patients. The goal of this review is to familiarize physicians with PC and, more importantly, its applications and techniques, pre- and post-procedural considerations, and adverse events.
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- Nikolaos-Achilleas Arkoudis
- 2nd Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University General Hospital "Attikon", Rimini 1, Haidari, 124 62, Athens, Greece.
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University General Hospital "Attikon", Rimini 1, Haidari, 124 62, Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University General Hospital "Attikon", Rimini 1, Haidari, 124 62, Athens, Greece
- Interventional Radiology Department, Bioclinic General Hospital of Athens, Marinou Geroulanou 15, 115 24, Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University General Hospital "Attikon", Rimini 1, Haidari, 124 62, Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University General Hospital "Attikon", Rimini 1, Haidari, 124 62, Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University General Hospital "Attikon", Rimini 1, Haidari, 124 62, Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University General Hospital "Attikon", Rimini 1, Haidari, 124 62, Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University General Hospital "Attikon", Rimini 1, Haidari, 124 62, Athens, Greece
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Parkinson M, Poirier J, Belmore E, Kelly L. Rendezvous procedure, a simultaneous endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography and laparoscopic cholecystectomy for choledocholithiasis, in a rural surgical program in Northwest Ontario. CANADIAN JOURNAL OF RURAL MEDICINE 2023; 28:190-194. [PMID: 37861603 DOI: 10.4103/cjrm.cjrm_8_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2023]
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Introduction Northwest Ontario has a high prevalence of cholelithiasis, at 1.6 times the provincial norm. There is a concomitant 14% rate of choledocholithiasis. Accessing surgical services in the region often requires extensive travel by air. Choledocholithiasis management is typically with a 2-staged approach, an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) followed several days or weeks later by laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). Regional surgeons were concerned about the patient burden of travel and the loss to follow-up inherent in scheduling two independent procedures at separate hospital admissions. They adopted a 1-stage management, called the rendezvous procedure, which describes the simultaneous performance of an ERCP and LC. Methods We accessed Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre hospital data for all patients receiving an ERCP and LC between 1 June 2019 and 1 December 2022. We documented patient demographics, operative outcomes, length of stay and transfer to other facilities. Results There were 29 rendezvous procedures performed, with successful cannulation of the ampulla of Vater in 27 (93%) cases and stone removal in 23 (79%), with a complication rate of 7%. The operating time averaged 136 min, and two patients required transfer to a tertiary care centre and four were stented locally and required a return trip to Sioux Lookout for repeat ERCP and successful stone removal. The average length of stay was 2.1 ± 1.3 days. Patients who could not access a rendezvous procedure averaged 46.1 ± 78.1 days between procedures. Conclusion Managing choledocholithiasis with a 1-stage approach was safe and effective and reduced patient travel, time to definitive care and hospital admissions.
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- Matt Parkinson
- Division of Clinical Sciences, NOSM University; Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre, Sioux Lookout, Canada
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- Northern Ontario School of Medicine University, Sioux Lookout Local Education Group, Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada
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- Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre, Sioux Lookout, Canada
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- Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre, Sioux Lookout; Northern Ontario School of Medicine University, Sioux Lookout Local Education Group, Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada
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Alius C, Serban D, Tribus LC, Costea DO, Cristea BM, Serboiu C, Motofei I, Dascalu AM, Velescu B, Tudor C, Socea B, Bobirca A, Vancea G, Tanasescu D, Bratu DG. When Not to Operate on Acute Cases-A Surgeon's Perspective on Rapid Assessment of Emergency Abdominopelvic Computed Tomography. J Imaging 2023; 9:200. [PMID: 37888307 PMCID: PMC10607302 DOI: 10.3390/jimaging9100200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Revised: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023] Open
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Clinical problem solving evolves in parallel with advances in technology and discoveries in the medical field. However, it always reverts to basic cognitive processes involved in critical thinking, such as hypothetical-deductive reasoning, pattern recognition, and compilation models. When dealing with cases of acute abdominal pain, clinicians should employ all available tools that allow them to rapidly refine their analysis for a definitive diagnosis. Therefore, we propose a standardized method for the quick assessment of abdominopelvic computed tomography as a supplement to the traditional clinical reasoning process. This narrative review explores the cognitive basis of errors in reading imaging. It explains the practical use of attenuation values, contrast phases, and windowing for non-radiologists and details a multistep protocol for finding radiological cues during CT reading and interpretation. This systematic approach describes the salient features and technical tools needed to ascertain the causality between clinical patterns and abdominopelvic changes visible on CT scans from a surgeon's perspective. It comprises 16 sections that should be read successively and that cover the entire abdominopelvic region. Each section details specific radiological signs and provides clear explanations for targeted searches, as well as anatomical and technical hints. Reliance on imaging in clinical problem solving does not make a decision dichotomous nor does it guarantee success in diagnostic endeavors. However, it contributes exact information for supporting the clinical assessments even in the most subtle and intricate conditions.
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- Catalin Alius
- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
- Fourth General Surgery Department, Emergency University Hospital Bucharest, 050098 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
- Fourth General Surgery Department, Emergency University Hospital Bucharest, 050098 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Dental Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Internal Medicine, Ilfov Emergency Clinic Hospital Bucharest, 022104 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Ovidius University Constanta, 900470 Constanta, Romania;
- General Surgery Department, Emergency County Hospital Constanta, 900591 Constanta, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
- Department of General Surgery, Emergency Clinic Hospital “Sf. Pantelimon” Bucharest, 021659 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
- Fourth General Surgery Department, Emergency University Hospital Bucharest, 050098 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
- Department of General Surgery, Emergency Clinic Hospital “Sf. Pantelimon” Bucharest, 021659 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, 020021 Bucharest, Romania; (C.A.); (B.M.C.); (C.S.); (I.M.); (A.M.D.); (C.T.); (B.S.); (A.B.); (G.V.)
- Clinical Hospital of Infectious and Tropical Diseases “Dr. Victor Babes”, 030303 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Nursing and Dentistry, Faculty of General Medicine, ‘Lucian Blaga’ University of Sibiu, 550169 Sibiu, Romania;
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- Faculty of Medicine, University “Lucian Blaga”, 550169 Sibiu, Romania;
- Department of Surgery, Emergency County Hospital Sibiu, 550245 Sibiu, Romania
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Coelho JCU, Costa MARD, Enne M, Torres OJM, Andraus W, Campos ACL. ACUTE CHOLECYSTITIS IN HIGH-RISK PATIENTS. SURGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL, OR ENDOSCOPIC TREATMENT? BRAZILIAN COLLEGE OF DIGESTIVE SURGERY POSITION PAPER. ARQUIVOS BRASILEIROS DE CIRURGIA DIGESTIVA : ABCD = BRAZILIAN ARCHIVES OF DIGESTIVE SURGERY 2023; 36:e1749. [PMID: 37729280 PMCID: PMC10510100 DOI: 10.1590/0102-672020230031e1749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2023] [Accepted: 05/19/2023] [Indexed: 09/22/2023]
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Acute cholecystitis (AC) is an acute inflammatory process of the gallbladder that may be associated with potentially severe complications, such as empyema, gangrene, perforation of the gallbladder, and sepsis. The gold standard treatment for AC is laparoscopic cholecystectomy. However, for a small group of AC patients, the risk of laparoscopic cholecystectomy can be very high, mainly in the elderly with associated severe diseases. In these critically ill patients, percutaneous cholecystostomy or endoscopic ultrasound gallbladder drainage may be a temporary therapeutic option, a bridge to cholecystectomy. The objective of this Brazilian College of Digestive Surgery Position Paper is to present new advances in AC treatment in high-risk surgical patients to help surgeons, endoscopists, and physicians select the best treatment for their patients. The effectiveness, safety, advantages, disadvantages, and outcomes of each procedure are discussed. The main conclusions are: a) AC patients with elevated surgical risk must be preferably treated in tertiary hospitals where surgical, radiological, and endoscopic expertise and resources are available; b) The optimal treatment modality for high-surgical-risk patients should be individualized based on clinical conditions and available expertise; c) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy remains an excellent option of treatment, mainly in hospitals in which percutaneous or endoscopic gallbladder drainage is not available; d) Percutaneous cholecystostomy and endoscopic gallbladder drainage should be performed only in well-equipped hospitals with experienced interventional radiologist and/or endoscopist; e) Cholecystostomy catheter should be removed after resolution of AC. However, in patients who have no clinical condition to undergo cholecystectomy, the catheter may be maintained for a prolonged period or even definitively; f) If the cholecystostomy catheter is maintained for a long period of time several complications may occur, such as bleeding, bile leakage, obstruction, pain at the insertion site, accidental removal of the catheter, and recurrent AC; g) The ideal waiting time between cholecystostomy and cholecystectomy has not yet been established and ranges from immediately after clinical improvement to months. h) Long waiting periods between cholecystostomy and cholecystectomy may be associated with new episodes of acute cholecystitis, multiple hospital readmissions, and increased costs. Finally, when selecting the best treatment option other aspects should also be considered, such as costs, procedures available at the medical center, and the patient's desire. The patient and his family should be fully informed about all treatment options, so they can help making the final decision.
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- Hospital Federal Ipanema - Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil
- Hospital Samaritano - Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Department of Gastroenterology, São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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Mauro A, Mazza S, Scalvini D, Lusetti F, Bardone M, Quaretti P, Cobianchi L, Anderloni A. The Role of Cholangioscopy in Biliary Diseases. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:2933. [PMID: 37761300 PMCID: PMC10528268 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13182933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Endoscopy plays a central role in diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to biliary disease in both benign and malignant conditions. A cholangioscope is an endoscopic instrument that allows for the direct exploration of the biliary tree. Over the years, technology has improved endoscopic image quality and allowed for the development of an operative procedure that can be performed during cholangioscopy. Different types of instruments are available in this context, and they can be used in different anatomical access points according to the most appropriate clinical indication. The direct visualization of biliary mucosa is essential in the presence of biliary strictures of unknown significance, allowing for the appropriate allocation of patients to surgery or conservative treatments. Cholangioscopy has demonstrated excellent performance in discriminating malignant conditions (such as colangiocarcinoma) from benign inflammatory strictures, and more recent advances (e.g., artificial intelligence and confocal laser endomicroscopy) could further increase its diagnostic accuracy. Cholangioscopy also plays a primary role in the treatment of benign conditions such as difficult bile stones (DBSs). In this case, it may not be possible to achieve complete biliary drainage using standard ERCP. Therapeutic cholangioscopy-guided lithotripsy allows for stone fragmentation and complete biliary drainage. Indeed, other complex clinical situations, such as patients with intra-hepatic lithiasis and patients with an altered anatomy, could benefit from the therapeutic role of cholangioscopy. The aim of the present review is to explore the most recent diagnostic and therapeutic advances in the roles of cholangioscopy in the management of biliary diseases.
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- Aurelio Mauro
- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100 Pavia, Italy (A.A.)
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100 Pavia, Italy (A.A.)
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100 Pavia, Italy (A.A.)
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100 Pavia, Italy (A.A.)
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100 Pavia, Italy (A.A.)
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- Unit of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, 27100 Pavia, Italy (A.A.)
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Barka M, Jarrar MS, Ben Abdessalem Z, Hamila F, Youssef S. Early laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis: Does age matter? Geriatr Gerontol Int 2023; 23:671-675. [PMID: 37463676 DOI: 10.1111/ggi.14643] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2023] [Revised: 06/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/20/2023]
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AIM Advances in laparoscopic surgery and perioperative care have improved the prognosis of operated patients, especially the oldest among them. This study aimed to assess the outcomes of early laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute calculous cholecystitis in older adult patients. METHODS A retrospective analysis was carried out of 567 patients who underwent early laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute calculous cholecystitis between January 2003 and July 2021. The outcomes of older adult patients (≥ 75 years) were compared with those of younger patients. RESULTS The older adult group had significantly more patients with an American Society of Anesthesiologists score ≥3 (37.5% vs 8.3%; P < 0.001) and more severe acute calculous cholecystitis (grade II; 82.8% vs 67%; P = 0.01). There were no significant differences regarding operative time (90 vs 80 min; P = 0.064), conversion rate (20.3% vs 13.5%; P = 0.144), and both intra- and postoperative morbidity, principally bile duct injuries (1.6% vs 0%; P = 0.113) and bile leakage (0% vs 1.2%; P = 1). CONCLUSION Early laparoscopic cholecystectomy could be proposed safely for older adult patients with mild and moderate acute cholecystitis. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2023; 23: 671-675.
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- Malek Barka
- Department of General and Digestive Surgery, Farhat Hached University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of General and Digestive Surgery, Farhat Hached University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of General and Digestive Surgery, Farhat Hached University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of General and Digestive Surgery, Farhat Hached University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of General and Digestive Surgery, Farhat Hached University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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Sekioka A, Ota S, Ito T, Mizukami Y, Tsuboi K, Okamura M, Lee Y, Ishida S, Shono Y, Shim Y, Adachi Y. How do magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography findings predict conversion from laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis to bailout procedures? Surgery 2023; 174:442-446. [PMID: 37349250 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2023.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2023] [Revised: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND Acute cholecystitis is one of the most prevalent surgical abdominal conditions. The Tokyo Guidelines describe the management of acute cholecystitis and recommend bailout procedures for "difficult" cholecystitis cases. This study aimed to identify risk factors for conversion from laparoscopic cholecystectomy to bailout procedures in patients with acute cholecystitis. METHODS This retrospective cohort study was conducted at a single center between January 2017 and December 2021. Patients who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis were enrolled and classified into bailout and non-bailout groups. The patients' characteristics and perioperative data were compared between the 2 groups. RESULTS In total, 161 patients who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis were reviewed. Fourteen were excluded because of a lack of preoperative magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography; thus, 147 patients were enrolled (bailout group, 21; non-bailout group, 126). Age (74 vs 67 years old; P = .048), days from onset to surgery (3 vs 2 days; P = .02), or defect of cystic duct in magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (57% vs 29%; P = .02) were significantly associated with conversion to bailout procedures. In the logistic regression analysis, a defect of the cystic duct in magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography was an independent predictor for bailout procedures (odds ratio, 2.793; P = .04). CONCLUSION In this study, defect of the cystic duct in the magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography can predict conversion to bailout procedures. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report to describe magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography finding of the cystic duct as a predictor of surgical difficulty in patients with acute cholecystitis.
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- Akinori Sekioka
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan.
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Saiseikai-Noe Hospital, Japan
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Bergeron E, Doyon T, Manière T, Désilets É. Cholecystectomy following endoscopic clearance of common bile duct during the same admission. Can J Surg 2023; 66:E477-E484. [PMID: 37734850 PMCID: PMC10521812 DOI: 10.1503/cjs.008322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The recurrence of common bile duct stones and other biliary events after endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is frequent. Despite recommendations for early cholecystectomy, intervention during the same admission is carried out inconsistently. METHODS We reviewed the records of patients who underwent ERCP for gallstone disease and common bile duct clearance followed by cholecystectomy between July 2012 and June 2022. Patients were divided into 2 groups: the index group underwent cholecystectomy during the same admission and the delayed group was discharged and had their cholecystectomy postponed. Data on demographics and prognosis factors were collected and analyzed. RESULTS The study population was composed of 268 patients, with 71 (26.6%) having undergone cholecystectomy during the same admission after common bile duct clearance with ERCP. A greater proportion of patients aged 80 years and older were in the index group than in the delayed group. The American Society of Anesthesiologists score was significantly higher in the index group. There was no significant difference between groups regarding surgical complications, open cholecystectomy and death. The operative time was significantly longer in the delayed group. Among patients with delayed cholecystectomy, 18.3% had at least 1 recurrence of common bile duct stones (CBDS) and 38.6% had recurrence of any gallstone-related events before cholecystectomy. None of these events occurred in the the index group. There was no difference in the recurrence of CBDS and other biliary events after initial diagnosis associated with stone disease. CONCLUSION Cholecystectomy during the same admission after common bile duct clearance is safe, even in older adults with comorbidities. Compared with delayed cholecystectomy, it was not associated with adverse outcomes and may have prevented recurrence of biliary events.
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- Eric Bergeron
- Department of Surgery, Hôpital Charles LeMoyne, Greenfield Park, Que. (Bergeron); Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Charles LeMoyne, Greenfield Park, Que. (Doyon, Maniere, Desilets)
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- Department of Surgery, Hôpital Charles LeMoyne, Greenfield Park, Que. (Bergeron); Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Charles LeMoyne, Greenfield Park, Que. (Doyon, Maniere, Desilets)
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- Department of Surgery, Hôpital Charles LeMoyne, Greenfield Park, Que. (Bergeron); Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Charles LeMoyne, Greenfield Park, Que. (Doyon, Maniere, Desilets)
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- Department of Surgery, Hôpital Charles LeMoyne, Greenfield Park, Que. (Bergeron); Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Charles LeMoyne, Greenfield Park, Que. (Doyon, Maniere, Desilets)
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Cirocchi R, Amato L, Ungania S, Buononato M, Tebala GD, Cirillo B, Avenia S, Cozza V, Costa G, Davies RJ, Sapienza P, Coccolini F, Mingoli A, Chiarugi M, Brachini G. Management of Acute Cholecystitis in High-Risk Patients: Percutaneous Gallbladder Drainage as a Definitive Treatment vs. Emergency Cholecystectomy-Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Clin Med 2023; 12:4903. [PMID: 37568306 PMCID: PMC10419867 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12154903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2023] [Revised: 07/23/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND This systematic review aims to investigate whether percutaneous transhepatic gallbladder biliary drainage (PTGBD) is superior to emergency cholecystectomy (EC) as a definitive treatment in high-risk patients with acute cholecystitis (AC). MATERIAL AND METHODS A systematic literature search was performed until December 2022 using the Scopus, Medline/PubMed and Web of Science databases. RESULTS Seventeen studies have been included with a total of 783,672 patients (32,634 treated with PTGBD vs. 4663 who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy, 343 who had open cholecystectomy and 746,032 who had some form of cholecystectomy, but without laparoscopic or open approach being specified). An analysis of the results shows that PTGBD, despite being less invasive, is not associated with lower morbidity with respect to EC (RR 0.77 95% CI [0.44 to 1.34]; I2 = 99%; p = 0.36). A lower postoperative mortality was reported in patients who underwent EC (2.37%) with respect to the PTGBD group (13.78%) (RR 4.21; 95% CI [2.69 to 6.58]; p < 0.00001); furthermore, the risk of hospital readmission for biliary complications (RR 2.19 95% CI [1.72 to 2.79]; I2 = 48%; p < 0.00001) and hospital stay (MD 4.29 95% CI [2.40 to 6.19]; p < 0.00001) were lower in the EC group. CONCLUSIONS In our systematic review, the majority of studies have very low-quality evidence and more RCTs are needed; furthermore, PTGBD is inferior in the treatment of AC in high-risk patients. The definition of high-risk patients is important in interpreting the results, but the methods of assessment and definitions differ between studies. The results of our systematic review and meta-analysis failed to demonstrate any advantage of using PTGBD over ER as a definitive treatment of AC in critically ill patients, which suggests that EC should be considered as the treatment of choice even in very high-risk patients. Most likely, the inferiority of PTGBD versus early LC for high-risk patients is related to an association of various patient-side factor conditions and the severity of acute cholecystitis.
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- Roberto Cirocchi
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, S. Maria Hospital, University of Perugia, 05100 Terni, Italy; (R.C.); (S.A.)
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- Department of General and Emergency Surgery, S. Maria della Stella Hospital, 05018 Orvieto, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, S. Maria Hospital, University of Perugia, 05100 Terni, Italy; (R.C.); (S.A.)
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- Department of General and Emergency Surgery, S. Maria della Stella Hospital, 05018 Orvieto, Italy
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- Emergency Department, Policlinico Umberto I, Sapienza University, 00161 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, S. Maria Hospital, University of Perugia, 05100 Terni, Italy; (R.C.); (S.A.)
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Surgery Center, University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, 00128 Rome, Italy
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- Cambridge Colorectal Unit, Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge CB2 0QQ, UK
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- Emergency Department, Policlinico Umberto I, Sapienza University, 00161 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliero, Universitaria of Pisa, 56125 Pisa, Italy
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- Emergency Department, Policlinico Umberto I, Sapienza University, 00161 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliero, Universitaria of Pisa, 56125 Pisa, Italy
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- Emergency Department, Policlinico Umberto I, Sapienza University, 00161 Rome, Italy
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Fransvea P, La Greca A, Giovinazzo F, Costa G, Sganga G. Editorial: Surgical outcomes in acute care surgery: should we introduce the concept of time-critical condition? Front Surg 2023; 10:1234200. [PMID: 37564116 PMCID: PMC10411342 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2023.1234200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2023] [Accepted: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
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- Pietro Fransvea
- Emergency Surgery and Trauma, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS Roma - Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Emergency Surgery and Trauma, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS Roma - Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of General and Liver Transplant Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Surgery Center, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio-Medico, University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Emergency Surgery and Trauma, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS Roma - Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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Frassini S, Cobianchi L, Fugazzola P, Biffl WL, Coccolini F, Damaskos D, Moore EE, Kluger Y, Ceresoli M, Coimbra R, Davies J, Kirkpatrick A, Di Carlo I, Hardcastle TC, Isik A, Chiarugi M, Gurusamy K, Maier RV, Segovia Lohse HA, Jeekel H, Boermeester MA, Abu-Zidan F, Inaba K, Weber DG, Augustin G, Bonavina L, Velmahos G, Sartelli M, Di Saverio S, Ten Broek RPG, Granieri S, Dal Mas F, Farè CN, Peverada J, Zanghì S, Viganò J, Tomasoni M, Dominioni T, Cicuttin E, Hecker A, Tebala GD, Galante JM, Wani I, Khokha V, Sugrue M, Scalea TM, Tan E, Malangoni MA, Pararas N, Podda M, De Simone B, Ivatury R, Cui Y, Kashuk J, Peitzman A, Kim F, Pikoulis E, Sganga G, Chiara O, Kelly MD, Marzi I, Picetti E, Agnoletti V, De'Angelis N, Campanelli G, de Moya M, Litvin A, Martínez-Pérez A, Sall I, Rizoli S, Tomadze G, Sakakushev B, Stahel PF, Civil I, Shelat V, Costa D, Chichom-Mefire A, Latifi R, Chirica M, Amico F, Pardhan A, Seenarain V, Boyapati N, Hatz B, Ackermann T, Abeyasundara S, Fenton L, Plani F, Sarvepalli R, Rouhbakhshfar O, Caleo P, Ho-Ching Yau V, Clement K, Christou E, Castillo AMG, Gosal PKS, Balasubramaniam S, Hsu J, Banphawatanarak K, Pisano M, Adriana T, Michele A, Cioffi SPB, Spota A, Catena F, Ansaloni L. ECLAPTE: Effective Closure of LAParoTomy in Emergency-2023 World Society of Emergency Surgery guidelines for the closure of laparotomy in emergency settings. World J Emerg Surg 2023; 18:42. [PMID: 37496068 PMCID: PMC10373269 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-023-00511-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023] Open
Abstract
Laparotomy incisions provide easy and rapid access to the peritoneal cavity in case of emergency surgery. Incisional hernia (IH) is a late manifestation of the failure of abdominal wall closure and represents frequent complication of any abdominal incision: IHs can cause pain and discomfort to the patients but also clinical serious sequelae like bowel obstruction, incarceration, strangulation, and necessity of reoperation. Previous guidelines and indications in the literature consider elective settings and evidence about laparotomy closure in emergency settings is lacking. This paper aims to present the World Society of Emergency Surgery (WSES) project called ECLAPTE (Effective Closure of LAParoTomy in Emergency): the final manuscript includes guidelines on the closure of emergency laparotomy.
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- Simone Frassini
- University of Pavia, Corso Str. Nuova, 65, 27100, Pavia, Italy.
- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy.
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- University of Pavia, Corso Str. Nuova, 65, 27100, Pavia, Italy
- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Scripps Clinic Medical Group, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Department, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgery, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Ernest E Moore Shock Trauma Center at Denver Health, Denver, CO, USA
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- Division of General Surgery, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- General Surgery, Monza University Hospital, Monza, Italy
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- Riverside University Health System Medical Center, Comparative Effectiveness and Clinical Outcomes Research Center - CECORC, Claremont, CA, USA
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- Cambridge Colorectal Unit, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, UK
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- Departments of Surgery and Critical Care Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada
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- Department of Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies, General Surgery Unit, Cannizzaro Hospital, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Nelson R Mandela School of Clinical Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 4001, South Africa
- Trauma and Burns Services, Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital, Mayville, 4058, South Africa
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- Division of General Surgery, School of Medicine, Istanbul Medeniyet University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Department, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, Hampstead Campus, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Surgery, Harborview Medical Centre, University of Washington, Seattle, USA
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- II Cátedra de Clínica Quirúrgica, Hospital de Clínicas, Universidad Nacional de Asunción, San Lorenzo, Paraguay
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, 1105AZ, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- The Research Office, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Al-Ain, UAE
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- Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center, 2051 Marengo Street, Room C5L100, Los Angeles, CA, 90033, USA
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- Department of General Surgery, Royal Perth Hospital, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Biomedical Science for Health, I.R.C.C.S. Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Trauma, Emergency Surgery, and Surgical Critical Care, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Unit of General Surgery, San Benedetto del Tronto Hospital, av5 Asur Marche, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy
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- General Surgery Unit, ASST Vimercate, Via Santi Cosma E Damiano, 10, 20871, Vimercate, Italy
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- Department of Management, Università Ca' Foscari, Dorsoduro 3246, 30123, Venezia, Italy
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- University of Pavia, Corso Str. Nuova, 65, 27100, Pavia, Italy
- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- University of Pavia, Corso Str. Nuova, 65, 27100, Pavia, Italy
- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- University of Pavia, Corso Str. Nuova, 65, 27100, Pavia, Italy
- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- University of Pavia, Corso Str. Nuova, 65, 27100, Pavia, Italy
- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of General and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Digestive and Emergency Surgery, S. Maria Hospital Trust, Terni, Italy
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- Trauma Department, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, CA, USA
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, City Hospital, Mozyr, Belarus
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- Donegal Clinical Research Academy Emergency Surgery Outcome Project, Letterkenny University Hospital, Donegal, Ireland
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- Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, MetroHealth Medical Center Campus, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, 44109, USA
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- Third Department of Surgery, Attikon University Hospital, 15772, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Surgical Science, Cagliari State University, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, France
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- Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Tianjin Nankai Hospital, Nankai Clinical School of Medicine, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Surgery, Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Division of Trauma and General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Denver Health Medical Center, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Center, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Athens, Greece
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- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A.Gemelli IRCCS, Università Cattolica, Rome, Italy
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- Trauma Center and Emergency Surgery, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Albury Hospital, Albury, Australia
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Parma University Hospital, Parma, Italy
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- Anesthesia and Intensive Care Unit, Ospedale M Bufalini, Cesena, Italy
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- Service de Chirurgie Digestive et Hépato-Bilio-Pancréatique, Hôpital Henri Mondor, Université Paris Est, Créteil, France
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- Division of General Surgery, I.R.C.C.S. Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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- AI Medica Hospital Center / Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University, Kaliningrad, Russia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Valencian International University (VIU), Valencia, Spain
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- Department of General Surgery, Military Teaching Hospital, Hôpital Principal Dakar, Dakar, Senegal
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- Department of Surgery, Tbilisi State Medical University, Tbilisi, Georgia
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Neurosurgery, Denver Health Medical Center, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, CO, USA
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- Trauma Service, Auckland City Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of General y Digestive Surgery, "Dr. Balmis" Alicante General University Hospital, Alicante, Spain
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- College of Medicine, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA
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- Service de Chirurgie Digestive, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Grenoble Alpes, Grenoble, France
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- Department of Traumatology, John Hunter Hospital, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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- Acute Surgical Unit, Department of General Surgery, Fiona Stanley Hospital, Murdoch, WA, Australia
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- Acute Surgical Unit, Department of General Surgery, Fiona Stanley Hospital, Murdoch, WA, Australia
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- State Major Trauma Unit, Royal Perth Hospital, Wellington Street, Perth, Australia
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- General Surgery, Monash Medical Centre, Monash Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Logan Hospital, Meadowbrook, QLD, Australia
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- Maitland Private Hospital, East Maitland, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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- Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Soweto, South Africa
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- Department of General Surgery, Royal Perth Hospital, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Department of General Surgery, Royal Perth Hospital, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Nambour Selangor Private Hospital, Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital, Birtinya, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Nepean Hospital, Penrith, NSW, 2751, Australia
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- Department of General Surgery, Royal Perth Hospital, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Department of General Surgery, Nepean Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Trauma, Westmead Hospital, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Trauma, Westmead Hospital, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- General and Emergency Surgery, ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII, Bergamo, Italy
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- General Surgery, Augusta Hospital, Augusta, Italy
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- Trauma Center and Emergency Surgery, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Trauma Center and Emergency Surgery, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Trauma Center and Emergency Surgery, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Acute Care Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery and Trauma, Maurizio Bufalini Hospital, Cesena, Italy
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- University of Pavia, Corso Str. Nuova, 65, 27100, Pavia, Italy
- Unit of General Surgery I, Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Matteo, Viale Camillo Golgi, 19, 27100, Pavia, Italy
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Parkinson M, Poirier J, Kelly L. Intervention en 1 étape pour la cholédocholithiase dans un service de chirurgie en milieu rural canadien. CMAJ 2023; 195:E962-E964. [PMID: 37487620 PMCID: PMC10365852 DOI: 10.1503/cmaj.221707-f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/26/2023] Open
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- Matt Parkinson
- Centre de santé Meno Ya Win de Sioux Lookout ( Parkinson, Kelly); Division des sciences cliniques (Parkinson), l'École de médecine du Nord de l'Ontario (EMNO); Groupe pour la formation locale de l'EMNO de Sioux Lookout (Poirier), Sioux Lookout, Ont
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- Centre de santé Meno Ya Win de Sioux Lookout ( Parkinson, Kelly); Division des sciences cliniques (Parkinson), l'École de médecine du Nord de l'Ontario (EMNO); Groupe pour la formation locale de l'EMNO de Sioux Lookout (Poirier), Sioux Lookout, Ont
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- Centre de santé Meno Ya Win de Sioux Lookout ( Parkinson, Kelly); Division des sciences cliniques (Parkinson), l'École de médecine du Nord de l'Ontario (EMNO); Groupe pour la formation locale de l'EMNO de Sioux Lookout (Poirier), Sioux Lookout, Ont.
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Coccolini F, Sartelli M, Sawyer R, Rasa K, Viaggi B, Abu-Zidan F, Soreide K, Hardcastle T, Gupta D, Bendinelli C, Ceresoli M, Shelat VG, Broek RT, Baiocchi GL, Moore EE, Sall I, Podda M, Bonavina L, Kryvoruchko IA, Stahel P, Inaba K, Montravers P, Sakakushev B, Sganga G, Ballestracci P, Malbrain MLNG, Vincent JL, Pikoulis M, Beka SG, Doklestic K, Chiarugi M, Falcone M, Bignami E, Reva V, Demetrashvili Z, Di Saverio S, Tolonen M, Navsaria P, Bala M, Balogh Z, Litvin A, Hecker A, Wani I, Fette A, De Simone B, Ivatury R, Picetti E, Khokha V, Tan E, Ball C, Tascini C, Cui Y, Coimbra R, Kelly M, Martino C, Agnoletti V, Boermeester MA, De'Angelis N, Chirica M, Biffl WL, Ansaloni L, Kluger Y, Catena F, Kirkpatrick AW. Source control in emergency general surgery: WSES, GAIS, SIS-E, SIS-A guidelines. World J Emerg Surg 2023; 18:41. [PMID: 37480129 PMCID: PMC10362628 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-023-00509-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2022] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 07/23/2023] Open
Abstract
Intra-abdominal infections (IAI) are among the most common global healthcare challenges and they are usually precipitated by disruption to the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Their successful management typically requires intensive resource utilization, and despite the best therapies, morbidity and mortality remain high. One of the main issues required to appropriately treat IAI that differs from the other etiologies of sepsis is the frequent requirement to provide physical source control. Fortunately, dramatic advances have been made in this aspect of treatment. Historically, source control was left to surgeons only. With new technologies non-surgical less invasive interventional procedures have been introduced. Alternatively, in addition to formal surgery open abdomen techniques have long been proposed as aiding source control in severe intra-abdominal sepsis. It is ironic that while a lack or even delay regarding source control clearly associates with death, it is a concept that remains poorly described. For example, no conclusive definition of source control technique or even adequacy has been universally accepted. Practically, source control involves a complex definition encompassing several factors including the causative event, source of infection bacteria, local bacterial flora, patient condition, and his/her eventual comorbidities. With greater understanding of the systemic pathobiology of sepsis and the profound implications of the human microbiome, adequate source control is no longer only a surgical issue but one that requires a multidisciplinary, multimodality approach. Thus, while any breach in the GI tract must be controlled, source control should also attempt to control the generation and propagation of the systemic biomediators and dysbiotic influences on the microbiome that perpetuate multi-system organ failure and death. Given these increased complexities, the present paper represents the current opinions and recommendations for future research of the World Society of Emergency Surgery, of the Global Alliance for Infections in Surgery of Surgical Infection Society Europe and Surgical Infection Society America regarding the concepts and operational adequacy of source control in intra-abdominal infections.
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- Federico Coccolini
- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Dept., Pisa University Hospital, Via Paradisia, 56124, Pisa, Italy.
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- Department of Surgery, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
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- ICU Dept., Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Stavanger University Hospital, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Dept. of Health - KwaZulu-Natal, Surgery, University of KwaZulu-Natal and Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital, Durban, South Africa
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- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgery, John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, Australia
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- General Surgery Dept., Monza University Hospital, Monza, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, Njmegen, The Netherlands
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- Département de Chirurgie, Hôpital Principal de Dakar, Hôpital d'Instruction des Armées, Dakar, Senegal
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- Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Surgery No. 2, Kharkiv National Medical University, Kharkiv, Ukraine
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- Department of Surgery, East Carolina University, Brody School of Medicine, Greenville, NC, USA
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- LAC+USC Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Département d'Anesthésie-Réanimation CHU Bichat Claude Bernard, Paris, France
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- Research Institute of Medical, University Plovdiv/University Hospital St. George, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Dept., Pisa University Hospital, Via Paradisia, 56124, Pisa, Italy
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- First Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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- General Surgery, Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Athens, Greece
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- Clinic of Emergency Surgery, University Clinical Center of Serbia, Belgrade, Serbia
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- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Dept., Pisa University Hospital, Via Paradisia, 56124, Pisa, Italy
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- Infectious Disease Dept., Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine Division, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Department of War Surgery, Kirov Military Medical Academy, Saint-Petersburg, Russia
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- General Surgery Dept, San Benedetto del Tronto Hospital, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy
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- Emergency Surgery, Meilahti Tower Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Groote Schuur Hospital and University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Unit, Hadassah - Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Department of Traumatology, John Hunter Hospital and University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Surgical Disciplines, Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University, Regional Clinical Hospital, Kaliningrad, Russia
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- Government Gousia Hospital, Srinagar, Kashmir, India
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, France
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- Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA
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- Emergency Department, Radboud University Medical Center, Njmegen, The Netherlands
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- Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Foothills Medical Center, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Infectious Disease Dept., Udine University Hospital, Udine, Italy
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- Tianjin Nankai Hospital, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Riverside University Health System Medical Center, Riverside, CA, USA
- Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, CA, USA
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- Department of General Surgery, Albury Hospital, Albury, Australia
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- Service de Chirurgie Digestive et Hépato-Bilio-Pancréatique, Hôpital Henri Mondor, Université Paris Est, Créteil, France
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- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Grenoble Alpes, Grenoble, France
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- Trauma and Emergency Surgery, Scripss Memorial Hospital, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- General Surgery, Pavia University Hospital, Pavia, Italy
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- General Surgery, Rambam Medical Centre, Haifa, Israel
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- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Dept, Bufalini Hospital, Cesena, Italy
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- General, Acute Care, Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, and Trauma Surgery, Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, AB, Canada
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Bekheit M, Rajan S, Wohlgemut JM, Watson AJM, Ramsay G. Comprehensive assessment of the management of acute cholecystitis in Scotland: population-wide cohort study. BJS Open 2023; 7:zrad073. [PMID: 37578027 PMCID: PMC10424165 DOI: 10.1093/bjsopen/zrad073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Acute cholecystitis is one of the most common diagnoses presenting to emergency general surgery and is managed either operatively or conservatively. However, operative rates vary widely across the world. This real-world population analysis aimed to describe the current clinical management and outcomes of patients with acute cholecystitis across Scotland, UK. METHODS This was a national cohort study using data obtained from Information Services Division, Scotland. All adult patients with the admission diagnostic code for acute cholecystitis were included. Data were used to identify all patients admitted to Scottish hospitals between 1997 and 2019 and outcomes tracked for inpatients or after discharge through the unique patient identifier. This was linked to death data, including date of death. RESULTS A total of 47 558 patients were diagnosed with 58 824 episodes of acute cholecystitis (with 27.2 per cent of patients experiencing more than one episode) in 46 Scottish hospitals. Median age was 58 years (interquartile range (i.q.r.) 43-71), 64.4 per cent were female, and most (76.1 per cent) had no comorbidities. A total of 28 741 (60.4 per cent) patients had an operative intervention during the index admission. Patients who had an operation during their index admission had a lower risk of 90-day mortality compared with non-operative management (OR 0.62, 95% c.i. 0.55-0.70). CONCLUSION In this study, 60 per cent of patients had an index cholecystectomy. Patients who underwent surgery had a better survival rate compared with those managed conservatively, further advocating for an operative approach in this cohort.
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- Mohamed Bekheit
- Department of General Surgery, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
- HPB Surgery Unit, Integrated Centres of Excellence, Elite Healthcare, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of General Surgery, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
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- Centre for Trauma Sciences, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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Kesgin YM, Gümüşoğlu AY, Kabuli HA, Karabulut M, Bulut S, Dönmez T, Kocataş A, Adaş GT. Does the subtotal cholecystectomy rate for acute cholecystitis change with previous endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography? ULUS TRAVMA ACIL CER 2023; 29:772-779. [PMID: 37409924 PMCID: PMC10405027 DOI: 10.14744/tjtes.2023.54703] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/04/2023] [Indexed: 07/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Acute cholecystitis is one of the most common emergent surgeries. As a safe alternative in challenging operations, laparoscopic subtotal cholecystectomy (LSC) is widely used. We questioned whether the results in acute cholecystitis cases changed with a history of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). When we searched the literature, we could not find a study focusing on the subtotal cholestectomy results in acute cholecystitis. In our study, we aimed to investigate whether the history of ERCP affects the rates of subtotal cholecystectomy (SC) in acute cholecystitis. METHODS The results of patients (n=470) who underwent surgery for acute cholecystitis at our clinic between 2016 and 2019 were retrospectively evaluated. The patients were divided into two groups according to their history of ERCP. The primary outcome was the SC rate. The secondary outcomes were conversion to open, postoperative complications, serious complications, operative duration, and length of hospital stay. RESULTS The standard group included 437 patients, whereas the ERCP group included 33 patients. A total of 16 patients underwent SC, with 15 in the standard group and 1 in the ERCP group. There was no significant difference in terms of SC rates between groups (P=0.902). While four cases of operation were completed with conversion to open in the non-ERCP group, no conversion was seen in the ERCP group (P=0.581). No significant differences were detected between the groups in terms of complications, serious compli-cations, operation duration, length of hospital stay, and mortality. CONCLUSION The results of this study showed that ERCP is not related to an increased rate of SC and conversion in patients with acute cholecystitis. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis can be safely performed in patients with a history of ERCP. LSC is a safe procedure in challenging patients, and fenestrating SC can be preferred to avoid hazardous consequences in such cases.
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- Yasir Musa Kesgin
- Department of General Surgery, Golbasi State Hospital, Adıyaman-Türkiye
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- University of Health Sciences, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic, İstanbul-Türkiye
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- University of Health Sciences, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic, İstanbul-Türkiye
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- University of Health Sciences, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic, İstanbul-Türkiye
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- Department of General Surgery, Beylikduzu State Hospital, İstanbul-Türkiye
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- University of Health Sciences, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic, İstanbul-Türkiye
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- University of Health Sciences, Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic, İstanbul-Türkiye
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- University of Health Sciences, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, General Surgery Clinic, İstanbul-Türkiye
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Lunevicius R, Nzenwa IC. Multiple logistic regression model to predict bile leak associated with subtotal cholecystectomy. Surg Endosc 2023; 37:5405-5413. [PMID: 37016083 PMCID: PMC10072799 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-023-10049-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2022] [Accepted: 03/26/2023] [Indexed: 04/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND There are no prediction models for bile leakage associated with subtotal cholecystectomy (STC). Therefore, this study aimed to generate a multivariable prediction model for post-STC bile leakage and evaluate its overall performance. METHODS We analysed prospectively managed data of patients who underwent STC by a single consultant surgeon between 14 May 2013 and 21 December 2021. STC was schematised into four variants with five subvariants and classified broadly as closed-tract or open-tract STC. A contingency table was used to detect independent risk factors for bile leakage. A multiple logistic regression analysis was used to generate a model. Discrimination and calibration statistics were computed to assess the accuracy of the model. RESULTS A total of 81 patients underwent the STC procedure. Twenty-eight patients (35%) developed bile leakage. Of these, 18 patients (64%) required secondary surgical intervention. Multivariable logistic regression revealed two independent predictors of post-STC bile leak: open-tract STC (odds ratio [OR], 7.07; 95% confidence interval [CI], 2.191-25.89; P = 0.0170) and acute cholecystitis (OR, 5.449; 95% CI, 1.584-23.48; P = 0.0121). The area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve was 82.11% (95% CI, 72.87-91.34; P < 0.0001). Tjur's pseudo-R2 was 0.3189 and the Hosmer-Lemeshow goodness-of-fit statistic was 4.916 (P = 0.7665). CONCLUSIONS Open-tract STC and acute cholecystitis are the most reliable predictors of bile leakage associated with STC. Future prospective, multicentre studies with higher statistical power are needed to generate more specific and externally validated prediction models for post-STC bile leaks.
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- Raimundas Lunevicius
- Department of General Surgery, Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Aintree Hospital, Lower Lane, Liverpool, L9 7AL, UK.
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- School of Medicine, University of Liverpool, Cedar House, Ashton St, Liverpool, L69 3GE, UK
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Ceci L, Han Y, Krutsinger K, Baiocchi L, Wu N, Kundu D, Kyritsi K, Zhou T, Gaudio E, Francis H, Alpini G, Kennedy L. Gallstone and Gallbladder Disease: Biliary Tract and Cholangiopathies. Compr Physiol 2023; 13:4909-4943. [PMID: 37358507 DOI: 10.1002/cphy.c220028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/27/2023]
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Cholestatic liver diseases are named primarily due to the blockage of bile flow and buildup of bile acids in the liver. Cholestasis can occur in cholangiopathies, fatty liver diseases, and during COVID-19 infection. Most literature evaluates damage occurring to the intrahepatic biliary tree during cholestasis; however, there may be associations between liver damage and gallbladder damage. Gallbladder damage can manifest as acute or chronic inflammation, perforation, polyps, cancer, and most commonly gallstones. Considering the gallbladder is an extension of the intrahepatic biliary network, and both tissues are lined by biliary epithelial cells that share common mechanisms and properties, it is worth further evaluation to understand the association between bile duct and gallbladder damage. In this comprehensive article, we discuss background information of the biliary tree and gallbladder, from function, damage, and therapeutic approaches. We then discuss published findings that identify gallbladder disorders in various liver diseases. Lastly, we provide the clinical aspect of gallbladder disorders in liver diseases and ways to enhance diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for congruent diagnosis. © 2023 American Physiological Society. Compr Physiol 13:4909-4943, 2023.
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- Ludovica Ceci
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- School of Biological Sciences, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado, USA
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- School of Biological Sciences, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic Medicine and Orthopedics Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
- Department of Research, Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
- Department of Research, Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
- Department of Research, Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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Armellini E, Metelli F, Anderloni A, Cominardi A, Aragona G, Marini M, Pace F. Lumen-apposing-metal stent misdeployment in endoscopic ultrasound-guided drainages: A systematic review focusing on issues and rescue management. World J Gastroenterol 2023; 29:3341-3361. [PMID: 37377584 PMCID: PMC10292149 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v29.i21.3341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2022] [Revised: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The introduction of lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS) for endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided drainages has marked a turning point in the field of interventional ultrasound and it is gathering worldwide diffusion in different clinical settings. Nevertheless, the procedure may conceal unexpected pitfalls. LAMS misdeployment is the most frequent cause of technical failure and it can be considered a procedure-related adverse event when it hampers the conclusion of the planned procedure or results in significant clinical consequences. Stent misdeployment can be managed successfully by endoscopic rescue maneuvers to allow the completion of the procedure. To date, no standardized indication is available to guide an appropriate rescue strategy depending on the type of procedure or of misdeployment.
AIM To evaluate the incidence of LAMS misdeployment during EUS-guided choledochoduodenostomy (EUS-CDS), gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD) and pancreatic fluid collections drainage (EUS-PFC) and to describe the endoscopic rescue strategies adopted under the circumstance.
METHODS We conducted a systematic review of the literature on PubMed by searching for studies published up to October 2022. The search was carried out using the exploded medical subject heading terms “lumen apposing metal stent”, “LAMS”, “endoscopic ultrasound” and “choledochoduodenostomy” or “gallbladder” or “pancreatic fluid collections”. We included in the review on-label EUS-guided procedures namely EUS-CDS, EUS-GBD and EUS-PFC. Only those publications reporting EUS-guided LAMS positioning were considered. The studies reporting a technical success rate of 100% and other procedure-related adverse events were considered to calculate the overall rate of LAMS misdeployment, while studies not reporting the causes of technical failure were excluded. Case reports were considered only for the extraction of data regarding the issues of misdeployment and rescue techniques. The following data were collected from each study: Author, year of publication, study design, study population, clinical indication, technical success, reported number of misdeployment, stent type and size, flange misdeployed and type of rescue strategy.
RESULTS The overall technical success rate of EUS-CDS, EUS-GBD and EUS-PFC was 93.7%, 96.1%, and 98.1% respectively. Significant rates of LAMS misdeployment have been reported for EUS-CDS, EUS-GBD and EUS-PFC drainage, respectively 5.8%, 3.4%, and 2.0%. Endoscopic rescue treatment was feasible in 86.8%, 80%, and 96.8% of cases. Non endoscopic rescue strategies were required only in 10.3%, 16% and 3.2% for EUS-CDS, EUS-GBD, and EUS-PFC. The endoscopic rescue techniques described were over-the-wire deployment of a new stent through the created fistula tract in 44.1%, 8% and 64.5% and stent-in-stent in 23.5%, 60%, and 12.9%, respectively for EUS-CDS, EUS-GBD, and EUS-PFC. Further therapeutic option were endoscopic rendezvous in 11.8% of EUS-CDS and repeated procedure of EUS-guided drainage in 16.1% of EUS-PFC.
CONCLUSION LAMS misdeployment is a relatively common adverse event in EUS-guided drainages. There is no consensus on the best rescue approach in these cases and the choice is often made by the endoscopist relying upon the clinical scenario, anatomical characteristics, and local expertise. In this review, we investigated the misdeployment of LAMS for each of the on-label indications focusing on the rescue therapies used, with the aim of providing useful data for endoscopists and to improve patient outcomes.
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- Elia Armellini
- Department of Gastroenterology, ASST-Bergamoest, Seriate 24068, Bergamo, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology, ASST-Bergamoest, Seriate 24068, Bergamo, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia 27100, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology, “Guglielmo da Saliceto” Hospital, Piacenza 29121, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology, “Guglielmo da Saliceto” Hospital, Piacenza 29121, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, ASST-Bergamoest, Seriate 24068, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology, ASST-Bergamoest, Seriate 24068, Bergamo, Italy
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Thomas R, Young E, Jayasena W, Raju SE. Significance of intra-operative cholangiogram and its application in suspected duodenal injuries - Case report. Int J Surg Case Rep 2023; 107:108386. [PMID: 37295243 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.108386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2023] [Revised: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/01/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE Intraoperative cholangiogram has always been a critical procedure that allows identification of biliary anatomy, thereby reducing the risks of bile duct injuries. CASE PRESENTATION We present a unique case where the intraoperative cholangiogram highlighted a suspected duodenal injury. CLINICAL DISCUSSION This case discusses the intraoperative steps taken to ensure there was no injury, highlight the importance of cholangiogram interpretation as a skill for all surgeons. CONCLUSION Intraoperative cholangiogram is a crucial procedure to highlight both biliary and non-biliary anatomy and can be used to identify duodenal injuries as was assessed in our case.
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- Rebecca Thomas
- Division of Surgical Specialties & Anaesthetics, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Elizabeth Vale, South Australia, Australia; The University of Adelaide, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
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- Division of Surgical Specialties & Anaesthetics, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Elizabeth Vale, South Australia, Australia; The University of Adelaide, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
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- Division of Surgical Specialities and Anaesthetics, Flinders Hospital, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
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- The University of Adelaide, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia; Department of Radiology, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
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Strohäker J, Sabrow J, Meier A, Königsrainer A, Ladurner R, Yurttas C. Primary admission to a surgical service facilitates early cholecystectomy in acute cholecystitis but does not influence patient outcome. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:225. [PMID: 37273036 PMCID: PMC10241672 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-02957-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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PURPOSE Early cholecystectomy is recommended for acute calculous cholecystitis to reduce complications and lower health care costs. However, not all patients admitted to emergency services due to acute calculous cholecystitis are considered for surgery immediately. Our intention was therefore to evaluate patient management and outcome parameters following cholecystectomy depending on the type of emergency service patients are primarily admitted to. METHODS We performed a retrospective analysis of all patients that were treated for acute cholecystitis at our hospital between 2014 and 2021. Only patients that underwent surgical treatment for acute calculous cholecystitis were included. Patients with cholecystectomies that were performed due to other medical conditions were not incorporated. Primary outcomes were the perioperative length of stay and postoperative complications. Perioperative antimicrobial management and disease deterioration according to Tokyo Guidelines from 2018 due to inhouse organization were assessed as secondary outcome parameters. RESULTS Of 512 patients included in our final analysis, 334 patients were primarily admitted to a surgical emergency service (SAG) whereas 178 were initially treated in a medical service (MAG). The latency between admission and cholecystectomy was significantly prolonged in the MAG with a median time to surgery of 2 days (Q25 1, Q75 3.25, IQR 2.25) compared to the SAG with a median time to surgery of 1 day (Q25 1, Q75 2, IQR 1) (p < 0.001). The duration of surgery was comparable between both groups. Necrotizing cholecystitis (27.2% vs. 38.8%, p = 0.007) and pericholecystic abscess or gallbladder perforation (7.5% vs. 14.6% p = 0.010) were less frequently described in the SAG. In the SAG, 85.7% of CCEs were performed laparoscopically, 6.0% were converted to open, and 10.4% were performed as open surgery upfront. In the MAG, 80.9% were completed laparoscopically, while 7.2% were converted and 11.2% were performed via primary laparotomy (p = 0.743). Histologically gangrenous cholecystitis was confirmed in 38.0% of the specimen in the SAG compared to 47.8% in the MAG (p = 0.033). While the prolonged preoperative stay led to prolonged overall length of stay, the postoperative length of stay was similar at a median of 3 days in both groups. CONCLUSIONS To our knowledge, we present the largest single center cohort of acute calculous cholecystitis evaluating the perioperative management and outcome of patients admitted to either medical or surgical service prior to undergoing cholecystectomy. In patients that were primarily admitted to medical emergency services, we found disproportionately more gallbladder necrosis, perforation, and gangrene. Despite prolonged time intervals between admission and cholecystectomy in the MAG and advanced cases of cholecystitis, we did not record a prolonged procedure duration, conversion to open surgery, or complication rate. However, patients with acute calculous cholecystitis should either be primarily admitted to a surgical emergency service or at least a surgeon should be consulted at the time of diagnosis in order to avoid disease progression and unnecessary health care costs.
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- Jens Strohäker
- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital of Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany.
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital of Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital of Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital of Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital of Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital of Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Straße 3, 72076, Tuebingen, Germany
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Sobocki J, Pędziwiatr M, Bigda J, Hołówko W, Major P, Mitura K, Myśliwiec P, Nowosad M, Obcowska-Hamerska A, Orłowski M, Proczko-Stepaniak M, Szeliga J, Wallner G, Zawadzki M, Banasiewicz T, Budzyński A, Dziki A, Grąt M, Jackowski M, Kielan W, Matyja A, Paśnik K, Richter P, Szczepanik A, Szura M, Tarnowski W, Zieniewicz K. The Association of Polish Surgeons (APS) clinical guidelines for the use of laparoscopy in the management of abdominal emergencies. Part I. Wideochir Inne Tech Maloinwazyjne 2023; 18:187-212. [PMID: 37680734 PMCID: PMC10481450 DOI: 10.5114/wiitm.2023.127877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023] Open
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Introduction Over the past three decades, almost every type of abdominal surgery has been performed and refined using the laparoscopic technique. Surgeons are applying it for more procedures, which not so long ago were performed only in the classical way. The position of laparoscopic surgery is therefore well established, and in many operations it is currently the recommended and dominant method. Aim The aim of the preparation of these guidelines was to concisely summarize the current knowledge on laparoscopy in acute abdominal diseases for the purposes of the continuous training of surgeons and to create a reference for opinions. Material and methods The development of these recommendations is based on a review of the available literature from the PubMed, Medline, EMBASE and Cochrane Library databases from 1985 to 2022, with particular emphasis on systematic reviews and clinical recommendations of recognized scientific societies. Recommendations were formulated in a directive form and evaluated by a group of experts using the Delphi method. Results and conclusions There are 63 recommendations divided into 12 sections: diagnostic laparoscopy, perforated ulcer, acute pancreatitis, incarcerated hernia, acute cholecystitis, acute appendicitis, acute mesenteric ischemia, abdominal trauma, bowel obstruction, diverticulitis, laparoscopy in pregnancy, and postoperative complications requiring emergency surgery. Each recommendation was supported by scientific evidence and supplemented with expert comments. The guidelines were created on the initiative of the Videosurgery Chapter of the Association of Polish Surgeons and are recommended by the national consultant in the field of general surgery. The first part of the guidelines covers 5 sections and the following challenges for surgical practice: diagnostic laparoscopy, perforated ulcer, acute pancreatitis, incarcerated hernia and acute cholecystitis. Contraindications for laparoscopy and the ERAS program are discussed.
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- Jacek Sobocki
- Chair and Department of General Surgery and Clinical Nutrition, Medical Center of Postgraduate Education Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- 2 Department of General Surgery, Jagiellonian University, Collegium Medicum, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of General, Endocrine and Transplant Surgery, University Medical Center, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of General, Transplant and Liver Surgery, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- 2 Department of General Surgery, Jagiellonian University, Collegium Medicum, Krakow, Poland
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- Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, Siedlce University of Natural Sciences and Humanities, Siedlce, Poland
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- 1 Department of General and Endocrine Surgery, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of General, Transplant and Liver Surgery, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of General, Vascular and Oncological Surgery, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of General and Oncological Surgery, Florian Ceynowa Specialist Hospital, Wejherowo, Poland
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- Department of General, Endocrine and Transplant Surgery, University Medical Center, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of General, Gastroenterological and Oncological Surgery, Collegium Medicum of the Nicolaus Copernicus University, Torun, Poland
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- 2 Department and Clinic of General, Gastroenterological and Cancer of the Digestive System Surgery, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Oncological Surgery, Provincial Specialist Hospital, Wroclaw, Poland
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Tyberg A, Duarte-Chavez R, Shahid HM, Sarkar A, Simon A, Shah-Khan SM, Gaidhane M, Mohammad TF, Nosher J, Wise SS, Needham V, Kheng M, Lajin M, Sojitra B, Wey B, Dorwat S, Raina H, Ansari J, Gandhi A, Bapaye A, Shah-Khan SM, Krafft MR, Thakkar S, Singh S, Bane JR, Nasr JY, Lee DP, Kedia P, Arevalo-Mora M, Del Valle RS, Robles-Medranda C, Puga-Tejada M, Vanella G, Ardengh JC, Bilal M, Giuseppe D, Arcidiacono PG, Kahaleh M. Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Gallbladder Drainage Versus Percutaneous Drainage in Patients With Acute Cholecystitis Undergoing Elective Cholecystectomy. Clin Transl Gastroenterol 2023; 14:e00593. [PMID: 37141073 PMCID: PMC10299765 DOI: 10.14309/ctg.0000000000000593] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2022] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Cholecystectomy (CCY) is the gold standard treatment of acute cholecystitis (AC). Nonsurgical management of AC includes percutaneous transhepatic gallbladder drainage (PT-GBD) and endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage (EUS-GBD). This study aims to compare outcomes of patients who undergo CCY after having received EUS-GBD vs PT-GBD. METHODS A multicenter international study was conducted in patients with AC who underwent EUS-GBD or PT-GBD, followed by an attempted CCY, between January 2018 and October 2021. Demographics, clinical characteristics, procedural details, postprocedure outcomes, and surgical details and outcomes were compared. RESULTS One hundred thirty-nine patients were included: EUS-GBD in 46 patients (27% male, mean age 74 years) and PT-GBD in 93 patients (50% male, mean age 72 years). Surgical technical success was not significantly different between the 2 groups. In the EUS-GBD group, there was decreased operative time (84.2 vs 165.4 minutes, P < 0.00001), time to symptom resolution (4.2 vs 6.3 days, P = 0.005), and length of stay (5.4 vs 12.3 days, P = 0.001) compared with the PT-GBD group. There was no difference in the rate of conversion from laparoscopic to open CCY: 5 of 46 (11%) in the EUS-GBD arm and 18 of 93 (19%) in the PT-GBD group ( P value 0.2324). DISCUSSION Patients who received EUS-GBD had a significantly shorter interval between gallbladder drainage and CCY, shorter surgical procedure times, and shorter length of stay for the CCY compared with those who received PT-GBD. EUS-GBD should be considered an acceptable modality for gallbladder drainage and should not preclude patients from eventual CCY.
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- Amy Tyberg
- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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- West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, USA
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- West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, USA
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- West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, USA
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- Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, USA
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- Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Endoscopy, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA;
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Navarro SM, Chen S, Situ X, Corwin MT, Loehfelm T, Fananapazir G. Sonographic Assessment of Acute Versus Chronic Cholecystitis: An Ultrasound Probability Stratification Model. JOURNAL OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE 2023; 42:1257-1265. [PMID: 36457230 PMCID: PMC10191874 DOI: 10.1002/jum.16138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2022] [Revised: 10/11/2022] [Accepted: 10/16/2022] [Indexed: 05/18/2023]
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OBJECTIVES What sonographic variables are most predictive for acute cholecystitis? What variables differentiate acute and chronic cholecystitis? METHODS The surgical pathology database was reviewed to identify adult patients who underwent cholecystectomy for cholecystitis and had a preceding ultrasound of the right upper quadrant within 7 days. A total of 236 patients were included in the study. A comprehensive imaging review was performed to assess for gallstones, gallbladder wall thickening, gallbladder distension, pericholecystic fluid, gallstone mobility, the sonographic Murphy's sign, mural hyperemia, and the common hepatic artery peak systolic velocity. RESULTS Of 236 patients with a cholecystectomy, 119 had acute cholecystitis and 117 had chronic cholecystitis on surgical pathology. Statistical models were created for prediction. The simple model consists of three sonographic variables and has a sensitivity of 60% and specificity of 83% in predicting acute versus chronic cholecystitis. The most predictive variables for acute cholecystitis were elevated common hepatic artery peak systolic velocity, gallbladder distension, and gallbladder mural abnormalities. If a patient had all three of these findings on their preoperative ultrasound, the patient had a 96% chance of having acute cholecystitis. Two of these variables gave a 73-93% chance of having acute cholecystitis. One of the three variables gave a 40-76% chance of having acute cholecystitis. If the patient had 0 of 3 of the predictor variables, there was a 29% chance of having acute cholecystitis. CONCLUSIONS Gallbladder distension, gallbladder mural abnormalities, and elevated common hepatic artery peak systolic velocity are the most important sonographic variables in predicting acute versus chronic cholecystitis.
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- Shannon M. Navarro
- University of California, Davis, Department of Radiology, Sacramento, CA, USA
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- University of California, Davis, Division of Biostatistics, Department of Public Health Sciences, Davis, CA USA
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- University of California, Davis, Department of Statistics, Davis, CA USA
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- University of California, Davis, Department of Radiology, Sacramento, CA, USA
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- University of California, Davis, Department of Radiology, Sacramento, CA, USA
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- University of California, Davis, Department of Radiology, Sacramento, CA, USA
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Ramírez-Giraldo C, Isaza-Restrepo A, Rico-Rivera EX, Vallejo-Soto JC, Van-Londoño I. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy versus percutaneous catheter drainage for acute calculous cholecystitis in patients over 90 years of age. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:194. [PMID: 37178184 PMCID: PMC10182932 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-02903-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is the standard of care for acute calculous cholecystitis; however, in patients at high risk for surgery, particularly in the elderly, insertion of a percutaneous catheter drainage (PCD) at gallbladder is recommended. Current evidence suggests that PCD may have less favorable outcomes than LC, but also that LC-associated complications increase in direct relation to patient age. There is no recommendation supported by robust evidence to decide between one or the other procedure in super elderly patients. METHODS A retrospective observational cohort study was designed to analyze the surgical outcomes of super elderly patients with cholecystitis who underwent LC versus PCD for treatment. The surgical outcomes of a subgroup of high-risk patients were also analyzed. RESULTS A total of 96 patients who met the inclusion criteria between 2014 and 2021 were included. The median age of patients were 92 years (IQR: 4.00) with a female predominance (58.33%). The overall morbidity rate in the series was 36.45% and mortality rate was 7.29%. There was no statistically significant difference when compared to the associated morbidity and mortality among patients who underwent LC versus those who underwent PCD, neither in the analysis of the complete series or in the subgroup of high-risk patients. CONCLUSIONS The morbidity and mortality associated with the two most frequently recommended therapeutic options for operating super elderly patients with acute cholecystitis are high. We found no evidence of superiority in outcomes for either of the two procedures in this age group.
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- Camilo Ramírez-Giraldo
- Hospital Universitario Mayor - Méderi, Bogotá, Colombia.
- Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá, Colombia.
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- Hospital Universitario Mayor - Méderi, Bogotá, Colombia
- Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Hospital Universitario Mayor - Méderi, Bogotá, Colombia
- Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá, Colombia
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Luo D, Chen XP, Dai Y, Kuang F, Kang MJ, Li B, Su S. Cholecystectomy and risk of liver disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 27 million individuals. Int J Surg 2023; 109:1420-1429. [PMID: 36999804 PMCID: PMC10389609 DOI: 10.1097/js9.0000000000000332] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2023] [Indexed: 04/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is still a lack of knowledge on the association between cholecystectomy and liver disease. This study was conducted to summarize the available evidence on the association of cholecystectomy with liver disease and quantify the magnitude of the risk of liver disease after cholecystectomy. METHODS PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library were searched systematically from database inception to January 2023 to identify eligible studies that evaluated the association between cholecystectomy and the risk of liver disease. Meta-analysis was conducted to obtain a summary odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) using a random-effects model. RESULTS We identified 20 studies with a total of 27 320 709 individuals and 282 670 liver disease cases. Cholecystectomy was associated with an increased risk of liver disease (OR: 1.63, 95% CI: 1.34-1.98). In particular, cholecystectomy was found to be significantly associated with a 54% increased risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (OR: 1.54, 95% CI: 1.18-2.01), a 173% increased risk of cirrhosis (OR: 2.73, 95% CI: 1.81-4.12), and a 46% increased risk of primary liver cancer (OR: 1.46, 95% CI: 1.18-1.82). CONCLUSIONS There is an association between cholecystectomy and the risk of liver disease. Our results suggest that strict surgical indications should be implemented to reduce unnecessary cholecystectomy. Additionally, the routine assessment of liver disease is necessary for patients with a history of cholecystectomy. More prospective large-sample studies are required for better estimates of the risk.
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- De Luo
- Department of General Surgery (Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery)
- Academician (Expert) Workstation of Sichuan Province, Metabolic Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Diseases Key Laboratory of Luzhou City, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Sichuan
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, People’s Hospital of Deyang City, Deyang
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- Department of General Surgery, The First People’s Hospital of Xiangyang, Xiangyang, People’s Republic of China
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- Institute of Immunology, Medical Faculty, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of General Surgery (Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery)
- Academician (Expert) Workstation of Sichuan Province, Metabolic Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Diseases Key Laboratory of Luzhou City, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Sichuan
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- Department of General Surgery (Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery)
- Academician (Expert) Workstation of Sichuan Province, Metabolic Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Diseases Key Laboratory of Luzhou City, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Sichuan
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- Department of General Surgery (Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery)
- Academician (Expert) Workstation of Sichuan Province, Metabolic Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Diseases Key Laboratory of Luzhou City, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Sichuan
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Ramírez-Giraldo C, Torres-Cuellar A, Van-Londoño I. State of the art in subtotal cholecystectomy: An overview. Front Surg 2023; 10:1142579. [PMID: 37151864 PMCID: PMC10162495 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2023.1142579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2023] [Indexed: 05/09/2023] Open
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Introduction Subtotal cholecystectomy is a type of surgical bail-out procedure indicated when facing difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy due to not reaching the critical view of safety, inadequate identification of the anatomical structures involved and/or risk of injury. Materials and methods A comprehensive search on PubMed were performed using the following Mesh terms: Subtotal cholecystectomy and Partial cholecystectomy. The PubMed databases were used to search for English-language reports related to Subtotal cholecystectomy between January 1, 1987, the date of the first published laparoscopic cholecystectomy, through January 2023. 41 studies were included. Results Subtotal cholecystectomy's incidence oscillates between 4.00% and 9.38%. Strasberg et al., divided subtotal cholecystectomies in "fenestrating" and "reconstituting" types based on if the remaining portion of the gallbladder was left open or closed. Subtotal cholecystectomy can sometimes be a challenging procedure and is associated to a high rate of complications such as biliary fistula, retained gallstones, subhepatic or subphrenic collections, among others. Conslusion Subtotal cholecystectomy is a safe alternative when facing difficult cholecystectomy in which the critical view of safety is not reached in order to avoid complications. A classification system should be implemented in surgical descriptions to compare the different surgical techniques employed. In order to avoid bile leakage and cholecystitis of the remnant gallbladder, the surgical technique must be performed skillfully. There is still a current lack of information on alternative techniques such as omental plugging or falciform patch in order to judge their utility. There needs to be further research on long-term complications such as malignancy of the remnant gallbladder.
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- Camilo Ramírez-Giraldo
- General Surgery Department, Hospital Universitario Mayor – Méderi, Bogotá, Colombia
- Escuela de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Escuela de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Escuela de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá, Colombia
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Parkinson M, Poirier J, Kelly L. Rendezvous procedure for choledocholithiasis in a Canadian rural surgical service. CMAJ 2023; 195:E513-E514. [PMID: 37040991 PMCID: PMC10089630 DOI: 10.1503/cmaj.221707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/13/2023] Open
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- Matt Parkinson
- Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre (Parkinson, Kelly); Division of Clinical Sciences (Parkinson), Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) University; Sioux Lookout-NOSM Local Education Group (Poirier), Sioux Lookout, Ont
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- Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre (Parkinson, Kelly); Division of Clinical Sciences (Parkinson), Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) University; Sioux Lookout-NOSM Local Education Group (Poirier), Sioux Lookout, Ont
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- Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre (Parkinson, Kelly); Division of Clinical Sciences (Parkinson), Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) University; Sioux Lookout-NOSM Local Education Group (Poirier), Sioux Lookout, Ont.
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