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Research outputs from the Colorectal Surgery team at the RD&E.
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Single centre experience of bilateral gracilis flap perineal reconstruction following extra-levator abdominoperineal excision
(Wiley, 2019-04)A variety of tissue flaps have been described for the closure of perineal wounds following abdominoperineal excision of the rectum (APE) or exenteration for locally advanced/recurrent rectal cancer and salvage surgery for ... -
Introduction to clinical practice guidelines
(Springer, 2019-03)Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) consist of recommendations developed to support specific clinical encounters. Their actionable messages intend to guide best practice. CPGs are distinct from clinical pathways. Beyond ... -
Intersphincteric resection: indications and outcome.
(Springer, 2019-03)Despite advances in the management of rectal cancer, surgery remains the mainstay of treatment with curative intent. The major advance in rectal cancer care was the standardization of surgical technique, total mesorectal ... -
A survey on practices for parastomal hernia prevention and repair among ESCP surgeons
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European association for endoscopic surgery (EAES) consensus statement on single-incision endoscopic surgery
(Springer, 2019-04)Laparoscopic surgery changed the management of numerous surgical conditions. It was associated with many advantages over open surgery, such as decreased postoperative pain, faster recovery, shorter hospital stay and excellent ... -
Short-term results after laparoscopic repair of giant hiatal hernias with pledgeted sutures: a retrospective analysis
(Springer, 2019-01-25)Forty-one patients who underwent laparoscopic 270° Toupet fundoplication with pledgeted sutured crura between September 2014 and April 2017 were evaluated with regard to recurrence of hiatal hernia at 3 months and 1 year ... -
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 ... -
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; ... -
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. -
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). -
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 ... -
The IDEAL and the EQUATOR.
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ESCP 2017 Snapshot Audit - Editorial.
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18F-FDG PET in the Diagnosis of Vascular Prosthetic Graft Infection: A Diagnostic Test Accuracy Meta-Analysis.
(Elsevier, 2018-09-18)For the diagnosis of vascular prosthetic graft infection (VPGI), an intra-operative peri-graft biopsy is often required. Controversy exists regarding the use of imaging techniques in the diagnostic process. This study aimed ... -
Engagement and role of surgical trainees in global surgery: Consensus statement and recommendations from the Association of Surgeons in Training.
(Elsevier, 2018-04)There is a wide chasm in access to essential and emergency surgery between high and low/middle income countries (LMICs). Surgeons worldwide are integral to solutions needed to address this imbalance. Involving surgical ... -
Guideline Assessment Project: Filling the GAP in Surgical Guidelines: Quality Improvement Initiative by an International Working Group.
(Wolters Kluwer, 2018-09-04)The aim of the study was to identify clinical practice guidelines published by surgical scientific organizations, assess their quality, and investigate the association between defined factors and quality. The ultimate ...
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