BMC Surgery publishes original peer-reviewed research articles in surgical research, training, and practice. All research articles in BMC Surgery, and other BioMed Central journals, are made available under an open access license, allowing free access, redistribution and reuse.
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Laparoscopic Versus Open Left Lateral Segmentectomy
A comparison of laparoscopic versus open left lateral segmentectomy of the liver found similar morbidity rates for both procedures and a reduced postoperative opiate need in laparoscopic patients.
Journal Article, October 2009
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Evolution of Breast Cancer Management in Ireland: A Decade of Change
Owing to clinical trials in the latter part of the 20th century, there is a trend toward less invasive diagnostic and surgical techniques for breast cancer in Ireland.
Journal Article, October 2009
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Current Practice of Abdominal Wall Closure in Elective Surgery -- Is There Any Consensus?
This study attempted to determine the current practice of surgeons regarding access to and closure of the abdominal cavity in elective open surgery.
Journal Article, May 2009
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Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery Versus Endoscopic Mucosal Resection for Large Rectal Adenomas (TREND-Study)
This study compared the cost-effectiveness and cost-utility of endoscopic mucosal resection and transanal endoscopic microsurgery for the resection of large rectal adenomas.
Journal Article, March 2009
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Comparison of Inpatient vs. Outpatient Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: A Retrospective Case Series
Can ACDF be safetly performed in an outpatient setting?
Journal Article, March 2009
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Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy for Breast Cancer Using Methylene Blue Dye Manifests A Short Learning Curve Among Experienced Surgeons
The tabular cumulative sum (CUSUM) can be excellent for plotting the learning curve of trainee surgeons being taught to perform SLNB.
Journal Article, January 2009
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What Happens to the External Carotid Artery Following Carotid Endarterectomy?
Does stenosis occur in the external carotid artery after endarterectomy and is it serious?
Journal Article, November 2008
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Aortic Replacement in Aorto-Occlusive Disease: An Observational Study
Does aortic reconstruction surgery provide significant relief in patients with critical ischaemia?
Journal Article, October 2008
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Clinical Evaluation of an Air-capsule Technique for the Direct Measurement of Intra-abdominal Pressure After Elective Abdominal Surgery
Can direct, intraabdominal measurement of IAP be safely performed after elective abdominal surgery? A promising study.
Journal Article, October 2008
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Robotic Assisted Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy for Suspected Renal Cell Carcinoma: Retrospective Review of Surgical Outcomes of 35 Cases
Robotic partial nephrectomy may achieve reasonable results for the treatment of small renal cell carcinomas, but still to come--its cost benefits and long term outlook.
Journal Article, September 2008
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The Anal Fistula Plug versus the Mucosal Advancement Flap for the Treatment of Anorectal Fistula (PLUG Trial)
This randomized controlled trial should provide evidence on whether the anal fistula plug is effective in the treatment of high perianal fistulas.
Journal Article, June 2008
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Non-Invasive Monitoring of Tissue Oxygenation During Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy
The 3-CCD camera may be a useful method to avoid unintended ischemic injury during laparoscopy.
Journal Article, April 2008
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Analysis of Blood Transfusion Predictors in Patients Undergoing Elective Oesophagectomy For Cancer
Results from the first study to evaluate predictors for blood transfusion in patients undergoing esophagectomy may influence your practice. Find out how.
Journal Article, January 2008
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Diagnostic Value of Blood Inflammatory Markers for Detection of Acute Appendicitis in Children
This pediatric study focuses on the diagnostic value of a spectrum of acute-phase reactants for the diagnosis of acute appendicitis.
Journal Article, August 2007
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The Efficacy of Intraoperative Methylene Blue Enemas To Assess The Integrity Of A Colonic Anastomosis
A simple safe procedure for testing colonic anastomoses
Journal Article, August 2007
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Epiploic Appendagitis Clinical Characteristics of an Uncommon Surgical Diagnosis
A short review of an uncommon condition.
Journal Article, July 2007
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Preoperative Mechanical Preparation Of The Colon: The Patient's Experience
Omission of MBP does not appear to increase the risk for complications. How do patients feel about this procedure?
Journal Article, May 2007
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Anterior Anal Sphincter Repair Can Be Of Long Term Benefit: A 12-Year Case Cohort From A Single Surgeon
This study aimed to determine the factors predictive of long term success after anterior sphincter repair.
Journal Article, January 2007
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New Surgical Approach for Late Complications from Spinal Cord Injury
This alternative surgery resolved pathologies provoking neurologic deterioration by releasing the complete spinal cord at the level of the scar and the levels above and below it.
Journal Article, January 2007
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Non-Randomised Patients in a Cholecystectomy Trial: Characteristics, Procedures, and Outcomes
Patients outside cholecystectomy clinical trials tend to be older and sicker. Is their best option laparoscopy or open or mini-laparotomy
Journal Article, December 2006
