Systematic review and meta‐analysis of frailty as a predictor of morbidity and mortality after major abdominal surgery
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DOI: 10.1002/bjs5.22
Abstract: Frailty is associated with poor prognosis, but the multitude of definitions and scales of assessment makes the impact on outcomes difficult to assess. The aim of this study was to quantify the effect of frailty… read more here.
Keywords: major abdominal; abdominal surgery; mortality major; mortality ... See more keywords
Associated factors for postoperative delirium following major abdominal surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
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DOI: 10.1002/gps.5942
Abstract: OBJECTIVES Postoperative delirium (POD) is a common postsurgical complication. The early identification of its risk factors is the first step toward reducing POD. The predictive factors for POD in patients after major abdominal surgery remain… read more here.
Keywords: meta analysis; major abdominal; risk factors; analysis ... See more keywords
Patients Having Major Abdominal Cancer Surgery Exhibit Significant Acute Muscle Wasting
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DOI: 10.1002/jcsm.13858
Abstract: Postoperative myopenia (acute muscle loss) is a significant concern following major cancer resection surgery, contributing to prolonged recovery, increased dependency and impaired quality of life. Despite its clinical relevance, the mechanisms underlying postoperative myopenia and… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; cancer; muscle; patients major ... See more keywords
Scoping review: The terminology used to describe major abdominal surgical procedures.
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DOI: 10.1002/wjs.12084
Abstract: BACKGROUND Major abdominal surgery (MAS) can have a profound impact on the patient but there is currently no consensus as to which surgical procedures constitute MAS. The main objective of this work is to ascertain… read more here.
Keywords: review; terminology used; surgical procedures; major abdominal ... See more keywords
Safety of Major Abdominal Operations in the Elderly: A Study of Geriatric-Specific Determinants of Health
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DOI: 10.1007/s00268-020-05515-0
Abstract: Background Preoperative assessment of geriatric-specific determinants of health may enhance perioperative risk stratification among elderly patients. This study examines effects of geriatric-specific variables on postoperative outcomes in patients undergoing elective major abdominal operations. Methods Patients… read more here.
Keywords: major abdominal; abdominal operations; determinants health; geriatric specific ... See more keywords
Intermittent boluses of balanced salt solution for post-operative intravenous hydration following elective major abdominal and thoracic surgery in children
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DOI: 10.1007/s00383-022-05081-7
Abstract: Maintenance fluids following major operations in children are typically administered with a continuous rate. We hypothesized that administering fluids as intermittent boluses is more physiologic and could limit post-operative fluid volume, thereby avoiding harmful effects… read more here.
Keywords: abdominal thoracic; intermittent boluses; elective major; major abdominal ... See more keywords
Multimodal prehabilitation in older adults before major abdominal surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s00423-022-02479-8
Abstract: Multimodal prehabilitation aims to prepare frail older patients for major surgery. The objective of this review is to determine the benefits of pre-operative multimodal prehabilitation compared to standard care in older patients. Data sources included… read more here.
Keywords: review; major abdominal; surgery; older patients ... See more keywords
Preoperative continuation of aspirin administration in patients undergoing major abdominal malignancy surgery
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DOI: 10.1007/s00540-018-2591-8
Abstract: PurposeIn contrast to that in a nonoperative setting, it has been shown that perioperative administration of aspirin did not decrease the rate of death or myocardial infarction but increased major bleeding risk. Since these conflicting… read more here.
Keywords: administration; surgery; major abdominal; risk ... See more keywords
Comparing the effects of continuous positive airway pressure via mask or helmet interface on oxygenation and pulmonary complications after major abdominal surgery: a randomized trial
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DOI: 10.1007/s10877-022-00857-7
Abstract: The risk of pulmonary complications is high after major abdominal surgery but may be reduced by prophylactic postoperative noninvasive ventilation using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). This study compared the effects of intermittent mask CPAP… read more here.
Keywords: pulmonary complications; major abdominal; abdominal surgery; pressure ... See more keywords
Perioperative Factors Predicting Prolonged Postoperative Ileus After Major Abdominal Surgery
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DOI: 10.1007/s11605-017-3622-8
Abstract: BackgroundProlonged postoperative ileus (PPOI) is among the common complications adversely affecting postoperative outcomes. Predictors of PPOI after major abdominal surgery remain unclear, although various PPOI predictors have been reported in patients undergoing colorectal surgery. This… read more here.
Keywords: predictive factors; surgery; major abdominal; abdominal surgery ... See more keywords
Pharmacogenetics-guided analgesics in major abdominal surgery: Further benefits within an enhanced recovery protocol.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2016.11.008
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Effective, narcotic sparing analgesia is a major component of Enhanced Recovery Protocols (ERP), however the risk of poor analgesia and opioid related side effects (ORADE) remains an issue related to poor outcomes and satisfaction,… read more here.
Keywords: enhanced recovery; surgery; major abdominal; abdominal surgery ... See more keywords