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Hasan MS, Islam MN, Mahmud R, Huq U, Rahman A. Complete separation of the urinary tract from proximal rectum during PSARP surgery: our experience with the noveltechnique. World J Pediatr Surg 2024; 7:e000688. [PMID: 38273992 PMCID: PMC10806489 DOI: 10.1136/wjps-2023-000688] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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- Md Samiul Hasan
- Pediatric Surgery, Bangladesh Shishu Hospital and Institute, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Pediatric Surgery, Bangladesh Shishu Hospital and Institute, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Pediatric Surgery, Bangladesh Shishu Hospital and Institute, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Pediatric Surgery, Bangladesh Shishu Hospital and Institute, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Pediatric Surgery, Bangladesh Shishu Hospital and Institute, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Rajack F, Medford S, Naab T. Clostridioides difficile infection leading to fulminant colitis with toxic megacolon. Autops Case Rep 2023; 13:e2023457. [PMID: 38034515 PMCID: PMC10687841 DOI: 10.4322/acr.2023.457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 10/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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Clostridioidesdifficile infection (CDI) is the culprit of millions of nosocomial infections in the United States. Programs that successfully decrease its incidence, therefore, render cost savings for the healthcare system. Toxic megacolon and perforation are two of the most significant complications with increased mortality rates. We report a 23-year-old nursing home resident hospitalized for fever, cough, and green sputum. After 3 days of antibiotic therapy, he developed abdominal distension, diarrhea, and vomiting and underwent a total colectomy. The colon was dilated to a maximum of 11 cm with markedly edematous mucosa and yellow pseudomembranes. Qualitative PCR of the stool detected Clostridioides difficile toxin B gene. While there is no consensus for the required interval between antibiotic treatment and CDI, this presentation 3 days after starting the antibiotic therapy is earlier than most proposed ranges.
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- Fareed Rajack
- Howard University Hospital, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Washington, D.C., United States of America
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- Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, D.C., United States of America
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- Howard University Hospital, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Washington, D.C., United States of America
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McKechnie T, Khamar J, Lee Y, Tessier L, Passos E, Doumouras A, Hong D, Eskicioglu C. Total Abdominal Colectomy Versus Diverting Loop Ileostomy and Antegrade Colonic Lavage for Fulminant Clostridioides Colitis: Analysis of the National Inpatient Sample 2016-2019. J Gastrointest Surg 2023:10.1007/s11605-023-05682-0. [PMID: 37081220 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-023-05682-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 04/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND When surgery is indicated for fulminant Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), total abdominal colectomy (TAC) is the most common approach. Diverting loop ileostomy (DLI) with antegrade colonic lavage has been introduced as a colon-sparing surgical approach. Prior analyses of National Inpatient Sample (NIS) data suggested equivalent postoperative outcomes between groups but did not evaluate healthcare resource utilization. As such, we aimed to analyze a more recent NIS cohort to compare these two approaches in terms of both postoperative outcomes and healthcare resource utilization. METHODS A retrospective analysis of the NIS from 2016 to 2019 was conducted. The primary outcome was postoperative in-hospital morbidity. Secondary outcomes included postoperative in-hospital mortality, system-specific postoperative complications, total admission cost, and length of stay (LOS). Univariable and multivariable regressions were utilized to compare the two operative approaches. RESULTS In total, 886 patients underwent TAC and 409 patients underwent DLI with antegrade colonic lavage. Adjusted analyses demonstrated no difference between groups in postoperative in-hospital morbidity (aOR 0.96, 95%CI 0.64-1.44, p = 0.851) or in-hospital mortality (aOR 1.15, 95%CI 0.81-1.64, p = 0.436). Patients undergoing TAC experienced significantly decreased total admission cost (MD $79,715.34, 95%CI 133,841-25,588, p = 0.004) and shorter postoperative LOS (MD 4.06 days, 95%CI 6.96-1.15, p = 0.006). CONCLUSIONS There are minimal differences between TAC and DLI with antegrade colonic lavage for fulminant CDI in terms of postoperative morbidity and mortality. Healthcare resource utilization, however, is significantly improved when patients undergo TAC as evidenced by clinically important decreases in total admission cost and postoperative LOS.
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- Tyler McKechnie
- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada
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- Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada
- Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Harvard University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada
- Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada
- Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, St. Joseph's Healthcare, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada
- Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, St. Joseph's Healthcare, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada.
- Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, St. Joseph's Healthcare, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
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Higuero T. [Management of anal fissure]. Rev Prat 2023; 73:279-282. [PMID: 37289116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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MANAGEMENT OF ANAL FISSURE. The news in the management of the anal fissure are few but to know. The medical treatment must be well explained to the patient and optimized from the outset. Healthy bowel movements combining a sufficient fiber intake and soft laxatives must be continued for at least 6 months. Pain control is important. Topicals, specific (in case of sphincter hypertonia) or not, must be maintained for 6 to 8 weeks. Calcium channel blockers seem the most interesting with fewer side effects for similar effectiveness. Surgery is proposed (apart a no medically control of the pain or a fistula associated) in the event of failure of well-conducted medical treatment. It remains the most effective long-term treatment. Lateral internal sphincterotomy has its place in the absence of anal continence disorder, in which case fissurectomy and/or cutaneous anoplasty can be proposed.
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Liot É, Ris F, Robert-Yap J, Meurette G. [Recent advances in fecal incontinence treatment]. Rev Prat 2023; 73:296-299. [PMID: 37289119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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RECENT ADVANCES IN FECAL INCONTINENCE TREATMENT. Anal incontinence is a chronic condition that affects nearly 10% of the general population. When anal leakage concerns the stool and is frequent, the impact on the quality of life is very important. Recent advances in non-invasive medical treatments and in operative approaches make it possible to provide for most patients an anorectal comfort compatible with a social life. The three main challenges for the future lie in the organization of screening for this condition which is still taboo and for which patients do not easily confide, in a better selection of patients to offer the most suitable treatments, and therefore a better understanding of the pathophysiological mechanisms; and finally in the establishment of algorithms which prioritize treatments according to their side effects and their effectiveness.
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- Émilie Liot
- Unité de coloproctologie, service de chirurgie viscérale, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, Suisse
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- Unité de coloproctologie, service de chirurgie viscérale, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, Suisse
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- Unité de coloproctologie, service de chirurgie viscérale, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, Suisse
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- Unité de coloproctologie, service de chirurgie viscérale, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, Suisse
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Pigot F. [New paradigm for haemorrhoidal disease treatment]. Rev Prat 2023; 73:270-273. [PMID: 37289114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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NEW PARADIGM FOR HAEMORRHOIDAL DISEASE TREATMENT. The modern surgical management of hemorrhoidal disease was born in 1937, without any great variation until the 90s. Later then, the quest for a surgery without pain or secondary complications has stimulated the appearance of new techniques, often dependent on sophisticated technologies, the most recent being still under evaluation. At the same time, conventional excision surgery has evolved to become less aggressive. Overall, the requirement for less morbidity has become a priority, exceeding that of the long-term efficacy, and the cost of those interventions based on sophisticated technologies has significantly increased.
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Spindler L, Fathallah N, Draullette M, De Parades V. [Pilonidal disease: The revolution in minimally invasive surgery]. Rev Prat 2023; 73:283-288. [PMID: 37289117] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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PILONIDAL DISEASE THE REVOLUTION IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY. Pilonidal disease is a common suppurative condition and affects 0.7% of the population. Surgical excision is the standard treatment. In France, the most common procedure is lay-open excision with healing by secondary intention. This procedure has low recurrence rates, but involves daily nursing care, long healing time and long period of sick-leave. Excision and primary repair or flap-based procedures are good alternatives to reduce these negative aspects but they expose to higher recurrence rates than excision with healing by secondary intention. The goal of minimally invasive techniques is to eradicate the suppuration, obtain healing as quick as possible, and limit the morbidity as much as possible. Old minimally invasive approaches such as phenolization or pit-picking are associated with low morbidity but with higher recurrence rates. Currently, new minimally invasive techniques are being developed. Endoscopic and laser treatment of pilonidal disease have shown promising results, with failure rates of less than 10% at 1 year, few complications and low morbidity. Complications are rare and minor. However, these interesting results need to be confirmed by better quality studies with longer follow-up.
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- Lucas Spindler
- Groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, institut Léopold-Bellan, service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, Paris, France
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- Groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, institut Léopold-Bellan, service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, Paris, France
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- Hôpital Beaujon, service de gastroentérologie- assistance nutritive-MICI, Clichy, France
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- Groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, institut Léopold-Bellan, service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, Paris, France
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De Parades V. [Novelties in proctology: 8 key messages]. Rev Prat 2023; 73:300. [PMID: 37289120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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- Vincent De Parades
- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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De Parades V, Haouari MA, Fathallah N, Spindler L, Barré A, Pommaret E, Benfredj P. [Anal fistulas: Sparing the sphincter]. Rev Prat 2023; 73:274-278. [PMID: 37289115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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ANAL FISTULAS SPARING THE SPHINCTER. Fistulotomy is the most used treatment for anal fistula. It is very effective with a cure rate of over 95% but carries a risk of incontinence. This has led to the development of various sphincter sparing techniques. The injection of biological glue or paste and the insertion of a plug have disappointing results and are expensive. The rectal advancement flap is still practised because of its cure rate of around 75% but it may result in some incontinence. Intersphincteric ligation of the fistula track and laser treatment are widely practised in France with cure rates between 60 and 70%. Video-assisted anal fistula treatment as well as injections of adipose tissue, stromal vascular fraction, platelet-enriched plasma and/or mesenchymal stem cells are emerging techniques for which even better results are expected.
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- Vincent De Parades
- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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Fathallah N, Alam A, Kassouri L, Barré A, Spindler L, De Parades V. [Management of secondary lesions in ano-perineal Crohn's disease]. Rev Prat 2023; 73:289-295. [PMID: 37289118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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MANAGEMENT OF SECONDARY LESIONS IN ANO-PERINEAL CROHN'S DISEASE. Anoperineal involvement in Crohn's disease is common and affects around 1/3 of patients during their disease. It constitutes a pejorative factor with an increased risk of permanent colostomy and proctectomy and is associated with a major deterioration in quality of life. Secondary anal lesions in Crohn's disease are fistulas and abscesses. They are difficult to treat and often recurrent. A multidisciplinary medico-surgical management in several stages is essential. The classic sequence is based on a first phase of drainage of fistulas and abscesses, a second phase of medical treatment based primarily on anti-TNF alpha and finally a third phase of surgical closure of the fistula tract(s). Conventional closure techniques such as biologic glue, plug, advancement flap and intersphincteric ligation of the fistula tract have limited effectiveness, are not always feasible, require technical skills and some have an impact on anal continence. In recent years, we have witnessed a real enthusiasm generated by the arrival of cell therapy. This has not spared proctology since adipose-derived allogeneic mesenchymal stem cells have had Marketing Authorisation and have been reimbursed in France since 2020 in the treatment of complex anal fistulas in Crohn's disease after failure of at least one biologic therapy. This new treatment offers an additional alternative in patients often in a situation of therapeutic impasse. Preliminary results in real life are satisfactory with a good safety profile. However, it will be necessary to confirm these results in the longer term and to work to determine the profile of the patients who could benefit the most from this expensive therapy.
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- Nadia Fathallah
- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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- Groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, institut Léopold-Bellan, service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, Paris, France
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- Service de proctologie médico-chirurgicale, groupe hospitalier Paris Saint-Joseph, Paris, France
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Jiang Q, Chen M, Yuan L, Yao L. Multidisciplinary procedures in the laparoscopic secondary cytoreductive surgery of advanced ovarian cancer. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2022; 32:1619-1620. [PMID: 36270773 DOI: 10.1136/ijgc-2022-003786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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- Qidi Jiang
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Obstetrics & Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Obstetrics & Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Obstetrics & Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Obstetrics & Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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Salama E, Al-Rashid F, Pang A, Ghitulescu G, Vasilevsky CA, Boutros M. Oral Antibiotic Bowel Preparation Prior to Urgent Colectomy Reduces Odds of Organ Space Surgical Site Infections: a NSQIP Propensity-Score Matched Study. J Gastrointest Surg 2022; 26:2193-2200. [PMID: 36002788 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-022-05440-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/10/2022] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Preoperative administration of oral antibiotic bowel preparation (OABP) alone has been shown to reduce infectious outcomes in patients undergoing elective colectomy. However, it remains unclear if these benefits extend to the emergency setting. This is a retrospective, propensity-score matched study comparing 30-day perioperative morbidity between those who received OABP alone versus no preparation prior to urgent colectomy. METHODS Using the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database, adults undergoing urgent colectomy from 2012 to 2019 were included. Those who were clinically obstructed or who received mechanical bowel preparation were excluded. Outcomes of interest included: surgical site infection (SSI), leak, ileus, and major morbidity. RESULTS Of 24,559 patients meeting inclusion criteria, 878 (3.6%) received OABP prior to urgent colectomy. Prior to matching, those receiving no preparation were more likely to have higher ASA class, diabetes, hypertension, preoperative sepsis, open procedures, and a dirty wound classification. After matching, 1756 patients, remained with 878 in each arm. Preoperative characteristics were balanced on univariate analysis. Postoperatively, patients receiving OABP experienced decreased organ space SSI (11.2% vs. 15.5%, p = 0.009) and ileus (30.3% vs. 35.3%, p = 0.029), with no difference in leak rates (3.3% vs 3.3%, p = 1.000) or NSQIP major morbidity (47.4% vs. 49.9%, p = 0.316). On multivariate logistic regression, including propensity score, the reduction in organ space SSI associated with OABP persisted (OR 0.684, 95% CI 0.516-0.903). CONCLUSION OABP prior to select urgent colectomies was associated with fewer organ space SSIs and may be considered when feasible.
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- Ebram Salama
- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada.
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Jewish General Hospital, 3755 Cote Ste Catherine, Room G-308, Montreal, QC, H3T 1E2, Canada.
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SaberMoghaddam M, Sheybani S, Bakhtiari E, Shakiba M. The Effect of Preoperative Sublingual Melatonin on Postoperative Pain Severity in Patients Undergoing Colorectal Surgery: A Triple-Blinded Randomized Trial. Med J Islam Repub Iran 2022; 36:90. [PMID: 36128304 PMCID: PMC9448508 DOI: 10.47176/mjiri.36.90] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2021] [Accepted: 08/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Background: Postoperative pain has detrimental physiologic and psychologic effects on patients' outcomes, such as increased postoperative morbidity, delayed recovery, and reduced patient satisfaction. This study aimed to determine the effect of preoperative sublingual melatonin on pain severity after colorectal surgery. Methods: We performed a randomized, placebo-controlled, triple-blinded study to test the efficacy of 6 mg of sublingual melatonin or placebo 1 hour preoperative on pain severity and sedation of 60 patients after colorectal surgeries. Pain and sedation were assessed by numerical verbal response (NVR) and the Ramsey sedation score, respectively, at the baseline, 1, 2, 6, 12, and 24 hours after surgery. The repeated measures analysis of variance was used to assess group × time interaction, and the Bonferroni adjustment was used for between-group comparisons. Results: A total of 60 patients with a mean ± SD age of 49.35 years were equally randomized to the study groups. There was no significant difference between groups with respect to the baseline characteristics. The mean score of pain severity of patients in the melatonin group was significantly lower compared with the placebo group at 2, 6, 12, and 24 hours after surgery. The total mean pain score for the first 12 hours (mean difference [MD] [SE], 0.41 [0.12]; 95% CI, 0.17-0.65; [P = 0.012]) and the mean score of pain in 24 hours after surgery were significantly lower in the melatonin group in comparison with the placebo group (MD [SE], 0.44 [0.13]; 95% CI, 0.19-0.69; [P = 0.001]). Compared with the placebo group, the percent of patients who were cooperative, aware, and calm was significantly higher in the melatonin group at the baseline (43.3% vs 53.3%) and at 1 (36.7% vs 60%) and 2 hours (33.3% vs 80%). Conclusion: The use of 6 mg preoperative melatonin sublingual tablet in patients with colorectal surgeries could reduce the severity of postoperative pain, patients' restlessness and anxiety, and increase patients' cooperation and calmness. Therefore, it seems that sublingual melatonin is an effective drug in controlling postoperative pain.
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- Mohsen SaberMoghaddam
- Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacology, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran,Corresponding author: Dr Maryam Shakiba,
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Sufian N, Behfar M, Tehrani AA, Malekinejad H. Improved Healing of Colonic Anastomosis with Allotransplantation of Axillary Skin Fibroblasts in Rats. Cell J 2022; 24:188-195. [PMID: 35674021 PMCID: PMC9124447 DOI: 10.22074/cellj.2022.7861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2020] [Accepted: 04/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Objective Colonic anastomosis is associated with serious complications leading to significant morbidity and mortality. Fibroblasts have recently been introduced as a practical alternative to stem cells because of their differentiation capacity, anti-inflammatory, and regenerative properties. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of intramural injection of fibroblasts on the healing of colonic anastomosis in rats. Materials and Methods Inbred mature male Wistar rats were used in this experimental study (n=36). Fibroblasts were isolated from the axillary skin of a donor rat. In the sham group, manipulation on descending colon was done during laparotomy. A 5 mm segment of the colon was resected, and end-to-end anastomosis was performed. In the control group, 0.5 ml of phosphate buffer saline (PBS) was injected into the colonic wall and in the treatment group, 1×106 fibroblasts were transplanted. Following euthanasia on day 7, intra-abdominal adhesion, leakage and peritonitis were evaluated by necropsy. Mechanical properties were assessed using bursting pressure and tensile tests. Inflammation, angiogenesis, and collagen deposition were examined histopathologically. Results The mean scores for adhesion and leakage were decreased in the treatment group versus control samples. Lower infiltration of inflammatory cells was observed in the treatment group (P=0.03). Angiogenesis and collagen deposition scores were significantly increased in the fibroblast transplanted group (P=0.03). Tensile mechanical properties of the colon were significantly increased in the treatment group compared to the control sample (P=0.01). There was no significant difference between the control and treatment groups in terms of bursting pressure (P=0.10). Positive weight changes were found in sham and treatment groups, but the control rats lost weight after 7 days. Conclusion The results suggested that allotransplantation of dermal fibroblasts could improve the necroscopic, histopathological, and biomechanical indices of colonic anastomosis repair in rats.
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- Narges Sufian
- Department of Surgery and Diagnostic Imaging, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran
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- Department of Surgery and Diagnostic Imaging, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran.
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- Department of Pathobiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
- Experimental and Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
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Bachet JB. [Contribution of neoadjuvant chemotherapy in rectal cancer]. Rev Prat 2022; 72:43-49. [PMID: 35258253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Contribution of neoadjuvant chemotherapy. IN RECTAL CANCER In patients with locally advanced rectal cancer, preoperative radiotherapy and complete mesorectal excision have reduced the risk of locoregional recurrence. However, these treatments have not reduced the risk of metastatic recurrence and the benefit of adjuvant chemotherapy has never been formally demonstrated. The chemotherapy efficacy on the rectal tumor as well as the difficulties to administer adjuvant chemotherapy after proctectomy has led to the development of treatment regimens with neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Two phase III studies evaluating induction chemotherapy with FOLFIRINOX followed by chemoradiotherapy for one and short radiotherapy followed by consolidation chemotherapy for the other are positive for their main objective and constitute new therapeutic standards.
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- Jean-Baptiste Bachet
- Sorbonne Université, UPMC Université, IUC, Paris France ; AP-HP, Service d'hépato-gastroentérologie et oncologie digestive, Groupe hospitalier La Pitié Salpêtrière, Paris, France
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Hajirawala L, Leonardi C, Orangio G, Davis K, Barton J. Urgent Inpatient Colectomy Carries a Higher Morbidity and Mortality than Elective Surgery. J Surg Res 2021; 268:394-404. [PMID: 34403857 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2021.06.081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2021] [Revised: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 06/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Emergency colorectal surgery confers a higher risk of adverse outcomes compared to elective surgery. Few studies have examined the outcomes after urgent colectomies, typically defined as those performed at the index admission, but not performed at admission in an emergency fashion. The aim of this study is to evaluate the risk of adverse outcomes following urgent inpatient colorectal surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS All adult patients undergoing colectomy between 2013 and 2017 in the ACS NSQIP were included in the analysis. Patients were grouped into Elective, Urgent and Emergency groups. The Urgent group was further stratified by time from admission to surgery. Baseline characteristics and 30 day outcomes were compared between the Elective, Urgent and Emergency groups using univariable and multivariable analyses. RESULTS 104,486 patients underwent elective colorectal resection. 23,179 underwent urgent while 22,241 had emergency resections. Patients undergoing urgent colectomy presented with increased comorbidities, and experienced higher mortality (2.5-4.1%, AOR 2.3 (1.9 - 2.8)) compared to elective surgery (0.4%). Urgent colectomy was an independent risk factor for the majority of short term complications documented in NSQIP. Moreover, patients undergoing urgent colectomy more than a week following admission had an increased risk of bleeding, deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, urinary tract infection, and prolonged hospitalization. CONCLUSION Urgent colectomies are associated with a greater risk of adverse outcomes compared to elective surgery. Urgent status is an independent risk factor for post operative mortality and morbidity. Further characterization of this patient population and their specific challenges may help ameliorate these adverse events.
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- Luv Hajirawala
- Department of Surgery, Section of Colorectal Surgery, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA.
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- School of Public Health, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
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- Department of Surgery, Section of Colorectal Surgery, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
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- Department of Surgery, Section of Colorectal Surgery, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
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- Department of Surgery, Section of Colorectal Surgery, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
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McKechnie T, Ramji K, Kruse C, Jaffer H, Rebello R, Amin N, Doumouras AG, Hong D, Eskicioglu C. Posterior mesorectal thickness as a predictor of increased operative time in rectal cancer surgery: a retrospective cohort study. Surg Endosc 2021. [PMID: 34382121 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08674-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2021] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND In rectal cancer surgery, larger mesorectal fat area has been shown to correlate with increased intraoperative difficulty. Prior studies were mostly in Asian populations with average body mass indices (BMIs) less than 25 kg/m2. This study aimed to define the relationship between radiological variables on pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and intraoperative difficulty in a North American population. METHODS This is a single-center retrospective cohort study analyzing all patients who underwent low anterior resection (LAR) or transanal total mesorectal excision (TaTME) for stage I-III rectal adenocarcinoma from January 2015 until December 2019. Eleven pelvic magnetic resonance imaging measures were defined a priori according to previous literature and measured in each of the included patients. Operative time in minutes and intraoperative blood loss in milliliters were utilized as the primary indicators of intraoperative difficulty. RESULTS Eighty-three patients (39.8% female, mean age: 62.4 ± 11.6 years) met inclusion criteria. The mean BMI of included patients was 29.4 ± 6.2 kg/m2. Mean operative times were 227.2 ± 65.1 min and 340.6 ± 78.7 min for LARs and TaTMEs, respectively. On multivariable analysis including patient, tumor, and MRI factors, increasing posterior mesorectal thickness was significantly associated with increased operative time (p = 0.04). Every 1 cm increase in posterior mesorectal thickness correlated with a 26 min and 6 s increase in operative time. None of the MRI measurements correlated strongly with BMI. CONCLUSION As the number of obese rectal cancer patients continues to expand, strategies aimed at optimizing their surgical management are paramount. While increasing BMI is an important preoperative risk factor, the present study identifies posterior mesorectal thickness on MRI as a reliable and easily measurable parameter to help predict operative difficulty. Ultimately, this may in turn serve as an indicator of which patients would benefit most from pre-operative resources aimed at optimizing operative conditions and postoperative recovery.
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Teng CY, Myers S, Kenkre TS, Doney L, Tsang WL, Subramaniam K, Esper SA, Holder-Murray J. Targets for Intervention? Preoperative Predictors of Postoperative Ileus After Colorectal Surgery in an Enhanced Recovery Protocol. J Gastrointest Surg 2021; 25:2065-2075. [PMID: 33205308 PMCID: PMC8126638 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-020-04876-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2020] [Accepted: 11/10/2020] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Postoperative ileus occurs in up to 30% of colorectal surgery patients and is associated with increased length of stay, costs, and morbidity. While Enhanced Recovery Protocols seek to accelerate postoperative recovery, data on modifiable preoperative factors associated with postoperative ileus in this setting are limited. We aimed to identify preoperative predictors of postoperative ileus following colorectal surgery in Enhanced Recovery Protocols, to determine new intervention targets. METHODS We performed a retrospective single-center cohort study of patients ≥ 18 years old who underwent colorectal surgery via Enhanced Recovery Protocols (7/2015-7/2017). Postoperative ileus was defined as nasogastric tube insertion postoperatively or nil-per-os by postoperative day 4. Preoperative risk factors including comorbidities and medication use were identified using multivariable stepwise logistic regression. RESULTS Of 530 patients, 14.9% developed postoperative ileus. On univariate analysis of perioperative and postoperative factors, postoperative ileus patients had increased psychiatric illness, antidepressant and antipsychotic use, American Society of Anesthesiologists classification, ileostomy creation, postoperative opioid use, complications, surgery duration, and length of stay (p < 0.05). Multivariable logistic regression model for preoperative factors identified psychiatric illness, preoperative antipsychotic use, and American Society of Anesthesiologists classification ≥ 3 as significant predictors of postoperative ileus (p < 0.05). DISCUSSION Postoperative ileus remains a common complication following colorectal surgery under Enhanced Recovery Protocols. Patients with pre-existing psychiatric comorbidities and preoperative antipsychotic use may be a previously overlooked cohort at increased risk for postoperative ileus. Additional research and preoperative interventions within Enhanced Recovery Protocols to reduce postoperative ileus for this higher-risk population are needed.
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- Cindy Y. Teng
- Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA
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- University of Pittsburgh Epidemiology Data Center Graduate School of Public Health, Pittsburgh, PA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Management, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh PA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh PA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA,Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh PA
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Yeung TM. Fluorescence imaging in colorectal surgery. Surg Endosc 2021; 35:4956-63. [PMID: 33966120 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08534-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2020] [Accepted: 04/30/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Fluorescent imaging is an emerging technological tool that can guide surgeons during surgery by highlighting anatomical structures and pathology, and help with intraoperative decision making. METHODS A comprehensive review of published literature was performed using the search terms "fluorescence", "imaging" and "colorectal surgery" in PubMed. Only clinical trials that were published in English were included in this review. Ex vivo and animal studies were excluded. RESULTS This review demonstrates the use of fluorescence imaging in colorectal surgery in four areas: (1) assessment of tissue perfusion and vasculature; (2) assessment of tumour; (3) lymphatic drainage and (4) identification of the urinary tract. The most commonly used fluorescent dyes are nonspecific, such as indocyanine green and methylene blue, but there is increasing interest in the development of specific fluorescently labelled molecular markers. CONCLUSION Fluorescence imaging is a potentially useful tool for colorectal surgery. Early studies on fluorescence imaging have been promising but larger scale randomised controlled trials are warranted to demonstrate the effectiveness and benefits of using fluorescence imaging routinely. The development of molecular dyes that are specific to targets could significantly increase the potential use of fluorescence imaging during surgery.
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Williams AM, Pickell Z, Shen MR, Sangji N. Cecal bascule herniation through the foramen of Winslow. Autops Case Rep 2021; 11:e2020236. [PMID: 34307210 PMCID: PMC8294840 DOI: 10.4322/acr.2020.236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2020] [Accepted: 10/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Bowel obstructions can have a variety of causes, including impacted feces, adhesions, volvulus, non-internal hernias, and in rare cases internal hernias. We report a 63-year-old woman who presented to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and obstructive symptoms that had started 12 hours earlier. A computed tomographic scan of the abdomen and pelvis showed a right internal hernia with a cecal bascule traversing through the foramen of Winslow, concerning for a closed-loop obstruction. The patient underwent an exploratory laparotomy with cecal bascule reduction and cecopexy. Given the increased mortality risk if undiagnosed, it is important to remain aware of internal hernias. Patient outcomes are markedly improved with early diagnosis and surgical intervention.
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- Aaron M Williams
- University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Department of Surgery, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Department of Surgery, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Department of Surgery, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Department of Surgery, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Johnson K, Williams B, Steen E. Cecal volvulus complicated by evisceration case report. J Surg Case Rep 2021; 2021:rjaa562. [PMID: 33505655 PMCID: PMC7816795 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjaa562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2020] [Revised: 11/22/2020] [Accepted: 01/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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This case of bowel obstruction with multiple postoperative complications provides unique insight into the challenges faced by providers caring for intellectually disabled patients with acute surgical abdominal pathology and poor compliance. In this case, the component separation was utilized as a method of facilitated wound closure and compliance in a postoperative course highlighted by both dehiscence and wound infection. The patient, only able to communicate the presence of abdominal pain due to his disability, was surgically managed for a bowel obstruction secondary to a cecal volvulus. The difficulty in initial communication and patient noncompliance help illustrate the individualized care these patients require. This report will demonstrate both the challenges present in the management of intellectually disabled patients with abdominal wounds, as well as the use of component separation in providing both initial wound closure and continued wound integrity with the goal of reducing postoperative complications in patients with decreased compliance.
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- Kylie Johnson
- Lewis Gale Medical Center, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA
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- Lewis Gale Medical Center, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA
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- Lewis Gale Medical Center, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA
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Soriano C, Kaplan JA, Law JK, Williams BL, Blackmore CC, Simianu VV. The Immediate, Hospital-Level Impact of Stay-at-Home Order on Diverticulitis Burden. J Gastrointest Surg 2021; 25:533-5. [PMID: 32930916 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-020-04798-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2020] [Accepted: 09/06/2020] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Crippa J, Carvello M, Kotze PG, Spinelli A. Robotic Surgery in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Curr Drug Targets 2020; 22:112-116. [PMID: 33109059 DOI: 10.2174/1389450121999200820125918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2020] [Revised: 06/06/2020] [Accepted: 07/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Surgery is considered a cornerstone of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) treatment. In the last years, robotic surgery has seen an increase in adoption rates for both benign and malignant diseases. OBJECTIVE This work aims to review the current applications of robotic surgery in IBD. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION Minimally-invasive techniques have been applied to the treatment of IBD for more than 20 years. Investments in surgical digital and robotic platforms are increasingly arising, with an estimate of getting doubled within the next 5 years. Robotic surgery represents the newest technology available to reduce the impact of surgery on patients affected by IBD, and may theoretically be even more effective than other minimally-invasive techniques given the lower rate of conversion to open surgery as compared to laparoscopy according to many large retrospective series. Data on robotic surgery applied to IBD are still scarce and initial experiences in high-volume centers from retrospective series suggested that robotic surgery may achieve similar results when compared to laparoscopy. A new wave of robotics incorporating artificial intelligence is awaited to empower the capability of IBD surgeon in terms of intraoperative decision-making beyond technical skill enhancement.
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- Jacopo Crippa
- General surgery residency program, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Colon and Rectal Surgery Division, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS -, via Manzoni 56, 20089 Rozzano (Mi), Italy
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- IBD outpatient clinics, Colorectal Surgery Unit, Catholic University of Parana (PUCPR), Curitiba, Brazil
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- Colon and Rectal Surgery Division, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS -, via Manzoni 56, 20089 Rozzano (Mi), Italy
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Retroperitoneal liposarcomas are rare tumors arising from the soft tissue of the retroperitoneum and are of mesenchymal cell origin. They can reach a large size prior to causing symptoms and generally have a poor prognosis. We present the case of a 93-year-old lady presenting with a large retroperitoneal liposarcoma at the site of a previous colonic anastomosis for the adenocarcinoma treatment. It caused minimal symptoms initially, but surgical resection was undertaken when the tumor was found to be growing significantly in size. However, due to the tumor's location and its invasion into surrounding structures, the resection was not feasible and subsequently abandoned. A retroperitoneal liposarcoma arising from the site of a previous colonic resection has not been previously described. A review of the diagnosis and current management of these lesions is also given.
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- King Tung Cheung
- Monash University, Eastern Health Clinical School, Box Hill, Victoria, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Pathology, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash University, Eastern Health Clinical School, Box Hill, Victoria, Australia
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Horesh N, Lessing Y, Rudnicki Y, Kent I, Kammar H, Ben-Yaacov A, Dreznik Y, Zbar AP, Tulchinsky H, Avital S, Mavor E, Kashtan H, Klausner JM, Gutman M, Zmora O, Wasserberg N. Timing of colostomy reversal following Hartmann's procedure for perforated diverticulitis. J Visc Surg 2020; 157:395-400. [PMID: 31954631 DOI: 10.1016/j.jviscsurg.2020.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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AIM Hartmann's procedure is the surgical treatment of choice for perforated acute diverticulitis. Hartmann's reversal (HR) that is performed at a later stage may be challenging. The optimal timing for HR is still a subject for controversy. The aim of this study is to assess whether the timing of HR affects surgical outcome. PATIENTS AND METHODS A retrospective-cohort multi-center study was conducted, including all patients who underwent HR for acute diverticulitis from January 2004 to June 2015 in 5 medical centers. Patient data included demographics, surgical data and post-operative outcome. RESULTS One hundred and twenty-two patients were included in the database. Median time from Hartmann's procedure to reversal was 182.7 days, with the majority of patients (76 patients, 62.2%) operated 60 to 180 days from the Hartmann's procedure. Fifty-seven patients (46.7%) had post-operative complications, most commonly wound infections (27 patients, 22.1%). Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve and a propensity score match analysis (P=0.43) correlating between days to HR from the index procedure showed no specific cut-off point regarding post-operative complications (P=0.16), Major (Clavien-Dindo score of 3 or more) complications (P=0.19), Minor (Clavien Dindo 1-2) and no complications (P=0.14). Median length of stay was 10.9 days (range 3-90) and Pearson correlation failed to demonstrate a correlation between timing of surgical intervention and length of stay (P=0.4). CONCLUSION Hartmann's Reversal is a complex surgical procedure associated with high rates of complications. In our series, timing of surgery did not affect surgical complications rate or severity or the length of hospital stay.
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- N Horesh
- Department of General Surgery B and Organ Transplantation, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5262601 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel.
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- Department of Surgery, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv, 6423906 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Meir Medical Center, Kfar Saba, 4428164 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Meir Medical Center, Kfar Saba, 4428164 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of Surgery, Kaplan Medical Center, Rehovot, 7661041 Israel; The Hebrew University-Hadassah Medical School, Jerusalem 9112001 Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Hospital, Petach Tikva 4941492 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of General Surgery B and Organ Transplantation, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5262601 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of General Surgery B and Organ Transplantation, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5262601 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of Surgery, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv, 6423906 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Meir Medical Center, Kfar Saba, 4428164 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of Surgery, Kaplan Medical Center, Rehovot, 7661041 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Hospital, Petach Tikva 4941492 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of Surgery, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv, 6423906 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of General Surgery B and Organ Transplantation, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5262601 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of General Surgery B and Organ Transplantation, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 5262601 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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- Department of Surgery B, Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Hospital, Petach Tikva 4941492 Israel; Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801 Israel
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Thornblade LW, Flum DR, Flaxman AD. Predicting Future Elective Colon Resection for Diverticulitis Using Patterns of Health Care Utilization. EGEMS (Wash DC) 2018; 6:1. [PMID: 29881759 DOI: 10.5334/egems.193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Background Recurrent diverticulitis is the most common reason for elective colon surgery and, although professional societies now recommend against early resection, its use continues to rise. Shared decision making decreases use of low-value surgery but identifying which patients are most likely to elect surgery has proven difficult. We hypothesized that Machine Learning algorithms using health care utilization (HCU) data can predict future clinical events including early resection for diverticulitis. Study Design We developed models for predicting future surgery among patients with new diagnoses of diverticulitis (2009-2012) from the MarketScan® database. Claims data (diagnosis, procedural, and drug codes) were used to train three Machine Learning algorithms to predict surgery occurring between 52 and 104 weeks following diagnosis. Results Of 82,231 patients with incident diverticulitis (age 51 ± 8 years, 52% female), 1.2% went on to elective colon resection. Using maximal training data (152 consecutive weeks of claims), the Gradient Boosting Machine model predicted elective surgery with an area under the curve (AUC) of 75% (95% uncertainty interval [UI] 71-79%). Models trained on less data resulted in less accurate prediction (AUC: 68% [64-74%] using 128 weeks, 57% [53-63%] using 104 weeks). The majority of resections (85%) were identified as low-value. Conclusion By applying Machine Learning to HCU data from the time around a diagnosis of diverticulitis, we predicted elective surgery weeks to months in advance, with moderate accuracy. Identifying patients who are most likely to elect surgery for diverticulitis provides an opportunity for effective shared decision making initiatives aimed at reducing the use of costly low-value care.
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Naik BI, Tsang S, Knisely A, Yerra S, Durieux ME. Retrospective case-control non-inferiority analysis of intravenous lidocaine in a colorectal surgery enhanced recovery program. BMC Anesthesiol 2017; 17:16. [PMID: 28143397 PMCID: PMC5282801 DOI: 10.1186/s12871-017-0306-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2016] [Accepted: 01/19/2017] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) programs typically utilizes multi-modal analgesia to reduce perioperative opioid consumption. Systemic lidocaine is used in several of these ERAS algorithms and has been shown to reduce opioid use after colorectal surgery. However it is unclear how much the other components of an ERAS protocol contribute to the final outcome. Using a noninferiority analysis we sought to assess the role of perioperative lidocaine in an ERAS program for colorectal surgery, using pain and opioid consumption as outcomes. METHODS We conducted a retrospective review of patients who had received intravenous lidocaine perioperatively during colorectal surgery. We matched them with patients who were managed using a multi-component ERAS protocol, which included perioperative lidocaine. We tested a joint hypothesis of noninferiority of lidocaine infusion to ERAS protocol in postoperative pain scores and opioid consumption. We assigned a noninferiority margin of 1 point (on an 11-point numerical rating scale) difference in pain and a ratio [mean (lidocaine) / mean (ERAS)] of 1.2 in opioid consumption, respectively. RESULTS Fifty-two patients in the lidocaine group were matched with patients in the ERAS group. With regards to opioid consumption, in the overall [1.68 (1.43-1.98)] [odds ratio (95% confidence interval)] analysis and on postoperative day (POD) 1 [2.38 (1.74-3.31)] lidocaine alone was inferior to multi-modal analgesia. On POD 2 and beyond, although the mean odds ratio for opioid consumption was 1.43 [1.43 (1.17-1.73)], the lower limit extended beyond the pre-defined cut-off of 1.2, rendering the outcome inconclusive. For pain scores lidocaine is non-inferior to ERAS [-0.17 (-1.08-0.74)] on POD 2 and beyond. Pain scores on POD 1 and in the overall cohort were inconclusive based on the noninferiority analysis. CONCLUSIONS The addition of a multi-component ERAS protocol to intravenous lidocaine incrementally reduces opioid consumption, most evident on POD 1. For pain scores the data is inconclusive on POD 1, however on POD 2 and beyond lidocaine alone is non-inferior to an ERAS program with lidocaine. Opioid-related complications, including return of bowel function, were not different between the groups despite reduced opioid use in the ERAS group.
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- Bhiken I Naik
- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA. .,Department of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA.
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- Department of Epidemiology, Columbia University, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA.,Department of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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Nair A. Alvimopan for post-operative ileus: What we should know? ACTA ACUST UNITED AC. 2016;54:97-98. [PMID: 27825721 DOI: 10.1016/j.aat.2016.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2016] [Revised: 10/03/2016] [Accepted: 10/11/2016] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Alvimopan is an US-FDA approved, peripherally acting mu opioid receptor antagonist which when started pre-operatively has been shown to hasten intestinal motility and reduce the duration of post-operative ileus. However the logistics involved in procuring, storing and dispensing the drug and the cost of the drug for fifteen doses as approved by FDA prohibits the use of it on a regular basis.
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Kauv P, Benadjaoud S, Curis E, Boulay-Coletta I, Loriau J, Zins M. Anastomotic leakage after colorectal surgery: diagnostic accuracy of CT. Eur Radiol. 2015;25:3543-3551. [PMID: 25925357 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-015-3795-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2014] [Revised: 03/19/2015] [Accepted: 04/13/2015] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of CT in postoperative colorectal anastomotic leakage (AL). METHODS Two independent blinded radiologists reviewed 153 CTs performed for suspected AL within 60 days after surgery in 131 consecutive patients, with (n = 58) or without (n = 95) retrograde contrast enema (RCE). Results were compared to original interpretations. The reference standard was reoperation or consensus (a radiologist and a surgeon) regarding clinical, laboratory, radiological, and follow-up data after medical treatment. RESULTS AL was confirmed in 34/131 patients. For the two reviewers and original interpretation, sensitivity of CT was 82 %, 87 %, and 71 %, respectively; specificity was 84 %, 84 %, and 92 %. RCE significantly increased the positive predictive value (from 40 % to 88 %, P = 0.0009; 41 % to 92 %, P = 0.0016; and 40 % to 100 %, P = 0.0006). Contrast extravasation was the most sensitive (reviewers, 83 % and 83 %) and specific (97 % and 97 %) sign and was significantly associated with AL by univariate analysis (P < 0.0001 and P < 0.0001). By multivariate analysis with recursive partitioning, CT with RCE was accurate to confirm or rule out AL with contrast extravasation. CONCLUSIONS CT with RCE is accurate for diagnosing postoperative colorectal AL. Contrast extravasation is the most reliable sign. RCE should be performed during CT for suspected AL. KEY POINTS • CT accurately diagnosed clinically suspected colorectal AL and showed good interobserver agreement • Contrast extravasation was the most sensitive and specific CT sign • Retrograde contrast enema during CT improved positive predictive value • Retrograde contrast enema decreased false-negative or indeterminate original CT interpretations.
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Excess body weight, as defined by the body mass index (BMI), has been associated with several diseases and includes subjects who are overweight (BMI≥25-29.9 kg/m(2)) or obese (BMI≥30 kg/m(2)). Overweight and obesity constitute the fifth leading risk for overall mortality, accounting for at least 2.8 million adult deaths each year. In addition around 11% of colorectal cancer (CRC) cases have been attributed to overweight and obesity in Europe. Epidemiological data suggest that obesity is associated with a 30-70% increased risk of colon cancer in men, whereas the association is less consistent in women. Similar trends exist for colorectal adenoma, although the risk appears lower. Visceral fat, or abdominal obesity, seems to be of greater concern than subcutaneous fat obesity, and any 1 kg/m(2) increase in BMI confers additional risk (HR 1.03). Obesity might be associated with worse cancer outcomes, such as recurrence of the primary cancer or mortality. Several factors, including reduced sensitivity to antiangiogenic-therapeutic regimens, might explain these differences. Except for wound infection, obesity has no significant impact on surgical procedures. The underlying mechanisms linking obesity to CRC are still a matter of debate, but metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance and modifications in levels of adipocytokines seem to be of great importance. Other biological factors such as the gut microbita or bile acids are emerging. Many questions still remain unanswered: should preventive strategies specifically target obese patients? Is the risk of cancer great enough to propose prophylactic bariatric surgery in certain patients with obesity?
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- Marc Bardou
- INSERM-Centre d'Investigations Cliniques Plurithématique 803 (CIC-P 803), CHU du Bocage, Dijon, France.
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Hong JS, Young CJ, Solomon MJ. Observational study of decision making concerning radiotherapy in rectal cancer. Int J Surg 2014; 12:390-3. [PMID: 24686031 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2014.03.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2013] [Revised: 03/09/2014] [Accepted: 03/24/2014] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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AIM To understand how surgeons arrive at a decision in the complex and controversial field of radiotherapy in rectal cancer by identifying which variables are important in this decision and to assess the influence of age, training, area of practice and access to radiotherapy on decisions in this field. METHODS A self-administered survey was distributed to 150 members of the CSSANZ. They were asked to rank the importance of 33 variables considered when making decisions to use radiotherapy in the treatment of rectal cancer. The responses were assessed for association of surgeon age, area of practise or access to radiotherapy with decisions in this field. RESULTS A hierarchy of variables was produced which showed tumour characteristics had the highest average importance, higher than that attained by patient characteristics and side effects. There were subtle but statistically significant differences in the ranking of importance when surgeons were grouped by age, site of subspeciality training, site of practise and availability of radiotherapy service. CONCLUSION This study identifies a hierarchy of variables used in decision making concerning radiotherapy in rectal cancer treatment, which may be used in heuristic decision making. Decisions on using radiotherapy are influenced by age, site of practise, site of training, and the presence of radiotherapy on site.
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- Jakub Rychter
- CIBERehd, Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de enfermedades hepáticas y digestivas, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, , Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
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Colonic stenting is part of the UK service provision guidelines for colorectal cancer. However, there are issues about availability and expertise within the UK, and controversies remain regarding various clinical and technical aspects of the technique. Based on the current evidence, this article will provide a practical update on the indications, the clinical and technical considerations and the remaining unanswered questions regarding colonic stenting.
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- Sanchoy Sarkar
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, UK,Department of Translational Medicine, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, UK,Department of Translational Medicine, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Surgery, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, UK
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