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  Aspiration and sclerotherapy of hydroceles and spermatoceles/epididymal cysts with 100% alcohol

  This is a study showing an effective method of treating benign scrotal cysts that can be performed in the outpatient setting. It is both efficient and cost effective. Abstract Objective To evaluate the efficacy of aspiration and sclerotherapy with 100% alcohol for the primary treatment of benign scrotal cysts. Methods From March 2014 to March 2018, 114 patients were identified who underwent their first aspiration and sclerotherapy

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 08:02
• Association between atrial fibrillation and hip fractures and the implications for hip fracture patients: a systematic review

  Atrial fibrillation (AF) and hip fractures frequently coexist, and there is evidence to suggest that AF predisposes to increased mortality in hip fracture patients. Some studies have also established hip fractures as a risk factor for perioperative and future AF development. Furthermore, well‐designed prospective studies on AF cohorts and hip fracture cohorts are required in order to establish the association. Abstract Background Atrial

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 08:01
• Sigmoid volvulus: mischief from a gravid uterus

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 08:00
• Ileal intussusception and perforation associated with Cronkhite–Canada syndrome

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 08:00
• Systemic Amyloid Light‐chain amyloidosis with colonic involvement complicated by colo‐colic intussusception

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 08:00
• Very rare right hepatic artery variant unnoticed before surgery

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 07:59
• Ambient theatre temperature and cement setting time in total knee arthroplasty

  We measured ambient theatre temperature and cement setting time during total knee arthroplasty. We found a moderate inverse relationship between temperature and setting time; however, potential setting times within a given temperature range varied considerably suggesting that temperature alone cannot reliably predict setting time in vivo. Abstract Background Polymethylmethacrylate cement is used in total knee arthroplasty and plays a sig

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 07:57
• Congenital rectovestibular H‐type fistula in girl with left labial abscess: the role of perineal ultrasound

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 05:53
• Best Practices in Data Use for Achieving Successful Implementation of Enhanced Recovery Pathway

  Publication date: Available online 18 October 2019Source: Journal of the American College of SurgeonsAuthor(s): Q Lina Hu, Jessica Y. Liu, Deborah B. Hobson, Mark E. Cohen, Bruce L. Hall, Elizabeth C. Wick, Clifford Y. KoAbstractBackgroundAlthough enhanced recovery pathways (ERPs) have demonstrated promising results in published literature, their effectiveness has been inconsistent. The objective of this study was to identify the most important d

  Journal of the American College of Surgeons

  Sat Oct 19, 2019 05:30
• Extensive full thickness abdominal wall reconstruction using anterolateral thigh compound flap modifications

  Abstract Purpose Abdominal wall reconstruction is challenging, which demands adequate skin coverage and structural support. The anterolateral thigh (ALT) flap including fascial portion can be useful in such cases. Methods Retrospective chart review of five patients that underwent complex abdominal wall defects reconstruction with ALT free flaps with fascia lata was conducted. Patient age ranged from 49 to 69 years (average: 57.4). The e

  Microsurgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 08:29
• Repair of the femoral nerve by two motor branches of the obturator nerve: A case report

  Abstract Complete femoral nerve palsies are uncommon but devastating injuries when they are caused by large nerve defects. Direct repair is usually not possible and nerve grafting renders uncertain outcomes. Recent studies proposed different peripheral nerve transfers as treatment strategies for large femoral nerve defects. We report a clinical application of a nerve transfer to reinnervate the quadriceps muscle with two motor branches of the ob

  Microsurgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 03:14
• A supermicrosurgery pig foot training model for practice of lymphaticovenular anastomosis

  Microsurgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 03:03
• Diagnosis of acute appendicitis and clinical outcomes following laparoscopic surgery: a cohort study

  This cohort study examined the use of preoperative imaging and biochemical markers in patients with suspected appendicitis. We determined their relationship to patient outcomes after laparoscopic appendicectomy. Abstract Background The clinical assessment of appendicitis remains challenging, especially between genders and across age groups. Negative appendicectomy rates (NARs) can be as high as 43% and are significantly higher in the fem

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Fri Oct 18, 2019 03:20
• Preoperative cardiac and respiratory investigations do not predict cardio‐respiratory complications after pancreatectomy

  Currently patients undergoing pancreatic resection have number of preoperative fitness assessment investigations. Our article has reviewed complications of pancreatectomy in a 3 year period in a high volume pancreatic surgery department and concludes the results of these tests have limited predictive value for perioperative cardiac and respiratory complications. Abstract Background The process of undergoing a pancreatic resection places

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Thu Oct 17, 2019 09:15
• Over‐ordering of ultrasound and pre‐operative investigations for inguinal hernia repair at Northern Health: a Choosing Wisely audit

  Abstract Background Choosing Wisely Australia is an initiative aimed at reducing the incidence of unnecessary investigations. This study is an audit of Northern Health's adherence to two Choosing Wisely recommendations in the context of inguinal hernia repair. Recommendation 1: Avoid routinely performing pre‐operative investigations in patients, but instead order in response to patient factors, signs and symptoms, disease or planned surgery.

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Thu Oct 17, 2019 09:14
• Hidden blood loss and the influencing factors after laparoscopic cholecystectomy

  This study investigated the amount of hidden blood loss and wanted to find out the influencing factors in laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The results of the study showed that patients with hypertension, bigger gallbladder bed and longer operation time had more hidden blood loss. Abstract Background A small amount of bleeding usually occurs during laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC), but the occurrence of perioperative hidden blood loss (HBL)

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Thu Oct 17, 2019 09:14
• Haemorrhoid energy therapy versus rubber band ligation for the management of grade I and II haemorrhoids: a randomized trial

  A randomized trial of haemorrhoid energy therapy versus rubber band ligation for the management of grade I and II haemorrhoids, demonstrating that haemorrhoid energy therapy is less painful than RBL. Abstract Backgrounds Grade I and II haemorrhoids are commonly managed in colorectal practice. Management often involves rubber band ligation. The haemorrhoid energy therapy (HET) device (Medtronic, Minneapolis, MN, USA) has been developed as

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Thu Oct 17, 2019 09:13
• Trans‐ileostomy management to Dieulafoy's lesion

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Thu Oct 17, 2019 08:39
• Small bowel obstruction secondary to obturator hernia

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Thu Oct 17, 2019 08:33
• Abdominal cystic lymphangioma: to operate or not to operate?

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Thu Oct 17, 2019 08:18
• Acute superior mesenteric vein thrombosis with ischaemic bowel in Klinefelter syndrome

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Thu Oct 17, 2019 08:13
• Haemopneumothorax subsequent to acupuncture: a rural centre experience

  ANZ Journal of Surgery

  Thu Oct 17, 2019 06:18