Journal of Surgery

Volume 6, Issue 1, February 2018

  • High Age Increases the Risk of Complications and Reduces Survival Following Esophagectomy for Adenocarcinoma

    Daniel Willy Kjaer, Kaare Terp Fjerderholt, Jakob Kirkegaard, Cecilie Okholm, Michael Patrick Achiam, Lars Bo Svendsen, Frank Viborg Mortensen

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 1, February 2018
    Pages: 1-7
    Received: Nov. 08, 2017
    Accepted: Nov. 16, 2017
    Published: Dec. 14, 2017
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    Abstract: Introduction: The aim of the present study was to investigate the impact of high age and comorbidities in relation to postoperative complications, mortality, and long-term survival in patients undergoing surgery for adenocarcinoma of the esophagus and gastro-esophageal junction (GEJ). Methods: A cohort study of 557 patients operated for adenocarcin... Show More
  • Modified Technique for Lengthy, Curved, Zigzag Running Subcuticular with Nonabsorbable Suture

    Samer Makki Mohamed Al-Hakkak

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 1, February 2018
    Pages: 8-12
    Received: Nov. 27, 2017
    Accepted: Dec. 08, 2017
    Published: Jan. 05, 2018
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    Abstract: The use of non-absorbable sutures rather than embedded absorbable sutures in running subcuticular technique is preferable. The reasoning is that buried knot placement and embedded suture material under the skin increases the risk of granuloma formation, ugly scarring, and infection. Removal of the suture material reduces these risks. The new modifi... Show More
  • Long-Term Survival Following Ablation of Colorectal Liver Metastases

    Iben Rahbek Andersen, Frank Viborg Mortensen, Jakob Kirkegaard, Finn Rasmussen, Dennis Tønner Nielsen, Daniel Willy Kjaer

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 1, February 2018
    Pages: 13-18
    Received: Dec. 07, 2017
    Accepted: Dec. 19, 2017
    Published: Jan. 05, 2018
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    Abstract: Introduction: Ablation of colorectal liver metastases (CRLM) in highly selected patients is an option with curative potential. Patient selection and the ablative technique have continued to improve over the years. This study assessed the trends in long-term survival after ablation of CRLM. Methods: We conducted a register-based cohort study of all ... Show More
  • Incisional Hernia Post Laparotomy-Incidence and Risk Factors

    Amjad Shah, Zia Aftab, Syed Muhammad Ali, Salah Gehani, Khalid Ahmed, Ahmed Almodaris, Rashad Fouad, Abdulrahman Al-Aal

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 1, February 2018
    Pages: 19-22
    Received: Nov. 27, 2017
    Accepted: Dec. 08, 2017
    Published: Jan. 16, 2018
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    Abstract: Laparotomy incisions are one of the most common procedures performed in any surgical service. However, they carry certain risks like surgical site infections, wound dehiscence and incisional hernia. There have been various risk factors associated with the incidence of incisional hernia post laparotomy. Some of these factors are patients- related li... Show More
  • Comparative Study between Mesh Fixation vs. Non-Fixation in Totally Extraperitoneal Hernioplasty for Inguinal Hernia

    Osama Hasan Abd-Raboh, Mohamed Abdallah Hablus, Ahmed Abdelfatah Elshora, Sherif Abdelfatah Saber

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 1, February 2018
    Pages: 23-28
    Received: Jan. 13, 2018
    Accepted: Jan. 26, 2018
    Published: Feb. 19, 2018
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    Abstract: Aim of the work: Randomized comparative study comparing outcome of mesh fixation versus non-fixation in TEP technique for inguinal hernia repair. Methods: In Tanta University Hospitals, over the period from February 2015 to October 2017, 58 patients with with 67 inguinal hernias (9 bilateral) undergoing TEP technique were randomized into 2 groups: ... Show More
  • Prognostic Factors of Non-Traumatic Small Bowel Perforation Peritonitis: A Multicenter Study in North Benin

    Montcho Adrien Hodonou, Salako Alexandre Allode, Bio Tamou-Sambo, Djifid Morel Seto, Mahougnon Hermann Houegnanou, Francis Moïse Dossou

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 1, February 2018
    Pages: 29-32
    Received: Dec. 24, 2017
    Accepted: Jan. 15, 2018
    Published: Feb. 19, 2018
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    Abstract: Objective: Identify the factors affecting the non-traumatic intestinal perforations peritonitis outcome. Methods: This was a retrospective study over a period of 30 months (1st January 2014 – 30th June 2016), which took place in four hospitals in northern Benin, including three district hospitals and one teaching hospital. The study population cons... Show More