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International classification of abdominal wall planes (ICAP) to describe mesh insertion for ventral hernia repair
(Wiley, 2020-02)Nomenclature for mesh insertion during ventral hernia repair is inconsistent and confusing. Several terms, including 'inlay', 'sublay' and 'underlay', can refer to the same anatomical planes in the indexed literature. This ... -
Definitions for loss of domain: an International Delphi Consensus of Expert Surgeons
(Springer, 2020-04)No standardized written or volumetric definition exists for 'loss of domain' (LOD). This limits the utility of LOD as a morphological descriptor and as a predictor of peri- and postoperative outcomes. Consequently, our aim ... -
Treatment of hemorrhoids: A survey of surgical practice in Australia and New Zealand
(IS Publishing, 2019-11)Hemorrhoidal disease is the most common anorectal disorder. Hemorrhoids can be classified as external or internal, according to their relation to the dentate line. External hemorrhoids originate below the dentate line and ... -
Vaginal microbiota and human papillomavirus: a systematic review
(Galenos, 2019-09)Accumulating evidence indicates the potential correlation between the vaginal microbioma and the acquisition and persistence of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection. This study has as intention to demonstrate the potential ... -
Clinicopathological factors associated with positive circumferential margins in rectal cancers
(Wiley, 2019-12)Positive circumferential resections are associated with local disease recurrence and reduced survival in rectal cancer. We studied a cohort of consecutive rectal cancer resections to assess for clinicopathological differences ... -
Intra-anal use of imiquimod: what is the clinical evidence?
(Sage, 2019-09)Imiquimod has been demonstrated to be rather effective in patients with anal as well as perianal high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSILs). Nevertheless, until now the intra-anal use of imiquimod has been considered ... -
A comment on Persistent fistula after anorectal abscess drainage: local experience of 11 years
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Incidence of and risk factors for stoma-site incisional herniation after reversal
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Open versus laparoscopic mesh repair of primary unilateral uncomplicated inguinal hernia: a systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis
(Springer, 2019-06-03)One standard repair technique for groin hernias does not exist. The objective of this study is to perform an update meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis to investigate if there is a difference in terms of recurrence ... -
In support of mesh for hernia repair
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Addition of docetaxel to first-line long-term hormone therapy in prostate cancer (STAMPEDE): modelling to estimate long-term survival, quality-adjusted survival and cost-effectiveness
(Elsevier, 2018-12)Results from large randomised controlled trials have shown that adding docetaxel to the standard of care (SOC) for men initiating hormone therapy for prostate cancer (PC) prolongs survival for those with metastatic disease ... -
Pharmacist-led, video-stimulated feedback to reduce prescribing errors in doctors-in-training: a mixed methods evaluation
(British Pharmacological Society, 2019-07)AIM: To develop and evaluate a feasible, authentic pharmacist-led prescribing feedback intervention for doctors-in-training, to reduce prescribing errors. METHODS: This was a mixed methods study. Sixteen postgraduate ... -
Systematic review and meta-analysis of incisional hernia post-reversal of ileostomy
(Springer, 2019-05-09)Incisional hernia following closure of loop ileostomy is a common problem. Assessment of the proportion of this complication is limited by small sample size and inconsistent reporting. The aim of this review was to provide ... -
Differences in outcome between patients readmitted to index vs non-index hospital trusts after colorectal resection
(Wiley, 2019-05-07)This study aimed to determine differences in outcome between patients readmitted to index vs non-index trusts after major surgery. -
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
(Springer, 2019-03)
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