Surgery
Demystifying Myasthenia Gravis: Common Queries Ans
Demystifying Myasthenia Gravis: Common Queries Answered

Despite clinical challenges, treatments such as pyridostigmine, immunotherapy, and thymectomy offer hope for patients, with ongoing therapeutic advancements.

April 2024

Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm: When to Operate?

Association of thoracic aortic aneurysm size with long-term patient outcomes informs decision-making regarding the timing of surgical intervention, aiming to reduce the risk of life-threatening complications.

March 2024

Dexamethasone Versus Surgery: Treatment Approaches
Dexamethasone Versus Surgery: Treatment Approaches for Chronic Subdural Hematoma

Delving into the role of glucocorticoids versus surgical evacuation in chronic subdural hematoma treatment offers valuable considerations for clinical decision-making.

March 2024

Updated Guidelines for Preventing Surgical Site In
Updated Guidelines for Preventing Surgical Site Infections: Insights for Healthcare Providers

Recent updates in surgical site infection prevention strategies offer evidence-based recommendations for healthcare providers to enhance patient safety and optimize surgical outcomes.

March 2024

Bariatric Surgery and Substance Use Disorder
Bariatric Surgery and Substance Use Disorder

Bariatric surgery is associated with an increased risk of non-alcoholic substance use disorder, highlighting the importance of comprehensive preoperative assessment and postoperative support for individuals undergoing weight loss surgery.

March 2024

Health Consequences of Removal of the Thymus in Ad
Health Consequences of Removal of the Thymus in Adults

Thymectomy in adults is associated with higher all-cause mortality and increased cancer risk, suggesting the need for careful consideration of the risks and benefits of thymus removal procedures.

March 2024

Post-Bariatric Surgery Hypoglycemia
Post-Bariatric Surgery Hypoglycemia

This study investigates the relationship between symptom perception and postprandial glycemic profiles in patients experiencing hypoglycemia after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery, shedding light on the management of this challenging complication.

March 2024

Thymectomy in Non-Thymomatous Myasthenia Gravis: L
Thymectomy in Non-Thymomatous Myasthenia Gravis: Long-Term Outcomes and Prognostic Factors

Long-term outcomes of thymectomy in non-thymomatous myasthenia gravis are influenced by various prognostic factors, informing patient selection and treatment decisions for this autoimmune disorder.

Februery 2024

Minimally Invasive Surgery Offers Safe Alternative
Minimally Invasive Surgery Offers Safe Alternative for Pancreatic Cancer

Minimally invasive distal pancreatectomy with splenectomy demonstrates safety and efficacy as an alternative to traditional open surgery for early-stage pancreatic cancer.

Februery 2024

Skeletal Effects of Sleeve Gastrectomy in Obese Ad
Skeletal Effects of Sleeve Gastrectomy in Obese Adolescents

Two-year skeletal effects of sleeve gastrectomy in adolescents with obesity are evaluated using quantitative CT and MR spectroscopy, shedding light on the procedure’s impact.

January 2024