Surgical Services: Recent submissions
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Prospective observational cohort study of the association between antiplatelet therapy, bleeding and thrombosis in patients with coronary stents undergoing noncardiac surgery
(Elsevier, 2018-12)The perioperative management of antiplatelet therapy in noncardiac surgery patients who have undergone previous percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) remains a dilemma. Continuing dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) may ... -
Early outcomes and radiographic alignment of the infinity total ankle replacement with a minimum of two year follow-up data
(2018-11)The Infinity Total Ankle Replacement (Wright Medical Technology, Memphis, TN) is a low profile, fluoroscopically navigated, fixed-bearing device. We hypothesised that the fluoroscopic navigation would allow more accurate ... -
1-year outcomes of the Xen45 glaucoma implant.
(Nature, 2018-12-14)To describe the 12-month outcomes of the Xen45 glaucoma stent. -
It's Not All About Redislocation: A Systematic Review of Complications After Anterior Shoulder Stabilization Surgery.
(Sage, 2018-12-10)The surgical treatment of recurrent shoulder instability has evolved in recent years to include a variety of soft tissue and bone block procedures, undertaken with either an open or arthroscopic approach. Although the ... -
Use of laparoscopic videos amongst surgical trainees in the United Kingdom.
(Elsevier, 2018-11-09)Surgical trainers consider laparoscopic videos as a useful teaching aid to maximize trainees' learning and skill development given the backdrop of time constraints and productivity demands. Aim of this study is to assess ... -
Empowering junior doctors: a qualitative study of a QI programme in South West England
(BMJ, 2018-11-13)Aim: To explore how the South-West Foundation Doctor Quality Improvement programme affected foundation year 1 (F1) doctors’ attitudes and ability to implement change in healthcare. Methods Twenty-two ... -
Interactions Between Pseudomonas Immunotoxins and the Plasma Membrane: Implications for CAT-8015 Immunotoxin Therapy
(Frontiers in Oncology, 2018-11-08)Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL) remains the most frequent cause of cancer-related mortality in children and novel therapies are needed for the treatment of relapsed/refractory childhood ALL. One approach is the targeting ... -
The National Health Service (NHS) in England: Trying to Achieve Value-Based Healthcare
(Springer, 2018-10)The National Health System (NHS) in England allows system-wide control of quality determined at a national level. This chapter brings together the three processes which have been influencing quality and value in spinal ... -
Radiological progression of end colostomy trephine diameter and area
(BJS, 2018-10-24)Development of a parastomal hernia is common following abdominoperineal excision (APE). The true incidence is difficult to assess fully owing to differing lengths of follow-up and techniques used to assess herniation; ... -
How the mode of organ donation affects family behaviour at the time of organ donation
(Sage, 2018-10-17)End of life and organ donation discussions come at a time of acute emotional unrest for grieving relatives. Their attitudes and eventual decisions regarding consent to organ donation are shaped by multiple factors during ... -
Truncal blocks: rectus sheath catheters
(Springer, 2018-10)Successful enhanced recovery after surgery relies on early mobilisation and nutrition. The former relies on effective analgesia, which also indirectly affects the latter. Effective analgesia is a primary technique which ... -
Treatment of anal fissure: a survey of surgical practice in Australia and New Zealand.
(Wiley, 2018-11-09)To determine whether or not the clinical management of anal fissure in Australia and NZ accords with published guidelines. -
Early administration of empagliflozin preserved heart function in cardiorenal syndrome in rat.
(Elsevier, 2018-11-04)This study tested the hypothesis that early administration of empagliflozin (Empa), an inhibitor of glucose recycling in renal tubules, could preserve heart function in cardiorenal syndrome (CRS) in rat. Chronic kidney ... -
Meta-analysis and meta-regression analysis of iliac limb occlusion after endovascular aneurysm repair.
(Elsevier, 2018-10-23)Our objective was to investigate the incidence, interventions and outcomes of iliac limb occlusion after endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). -
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion YouTube Videos as a Source of Patient Education.
(Asian Spine Journal, 2018-10-16)Cross sectional study. -
A novel airway management strategy for cervical necrotising fasciitis secondary to Bezold's abscess.
(Royal College of Surgeons, 2018-10-16)We describe a rare case of cervical necrotising fasciitis caused by mastoiditis and Bezold's abscess. This case was complicated by a tracheostomy delaying wound healing. A novel strategy to repair the tracheotomy defect ... -
Factors affecting local regrowth after watch and wait for patients with a clinical complete response following chemoradiotherapy in rectal cancer (InterCoRe consortium): an individual participant data meta-analysis.
(Elsevier, 2018-10-11)In patients with rectal cancer who achieve clinical complete response after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy, watch and wait is a novel management strategy with potential to avoid major surgery. Study-level meta-analyses have ... -
E-referrals: improving the routine interspecialty inpatient referral system.
(BMJ, 2018-09)Interspecialty referrals are an essential part of most inpatient stays. With over 130 referrals occurring per week at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, the process must be efficient and safe. The current paper-based ... -
Early recognition of inflammatory arthritis
(Sage, 2018-09-03)