Application of the Masquelet technique in austere environments: experience from a French forward surgical unit deployed in Chad
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DOI: 10.1007/s00068-020-01471-5
Abstract: We sought to evaluate the results of the Masquelet-induced membrane technique (IMT) for long bone defect reconstruction within the limited-resource setting of a French forward surgical unit deployed in Chad. A prospective and observational study… read more here.
Keywords: unit deployed; bone; forward surgical; french forward ... See more keywords
Impact of an acute surgical unit in appendicectomy outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2017.12.033
Abstract: BACKGROUND The provision of emergency general surgical services is undergoing a paradigm shift towards a consultant led, patient centered model in order to improve patient outcomes. The aim of this current study is to use… read more here.
Keywords: asu model; model; acute surgical; surgical unit ... See more keywords
621 Sustainable Training-Friendly Service Provision to Reduce the Burden of Gallstone Disease: A Tertiary Care Surgical Unit Experience
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znae163.457
Abstract: NICE guidelines recommend laparoscopic cholecystectomy for symptomatic gallstones during the index admission. COVID-19 restrictions highlighted the need for a dedicated emergency theatre for acute biliary diseases, leading to the introduction of the 'Hot Gallbladder' service.… read more here.
Keywords: hot gallbladder; care surgical; surgical unit; tertiary care ... See more keywords
697 Updated Surveillance Guidance for Intra-Ductal Pancreatic Mucinous Neoplasm (IPMN) – a 10-Year Cohort Study in a Tertiary Care Surgical Unit
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znae163.491
Abstract: To investigate the adequacy of current frequency of surveillance of IPMN in a single tertiary surgical unit. A retrospective cohort study over a 10-year period (2013-2023), patient age range 30-85 years old. The data collected… read more here.
Keywords: guidance; surgical unit; size; surveillance ... See more keywords
ThP4.14 - Updated surveillance guidance for Intra-ductal Pancreatic Mucinous Neoplasm (IPMN) – a 10-year cohort study in a tertiary care Surgical unit
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znae197.274
Abstract: To investigate the adequacy of current frequency of surveillance of IPMN in a single tertiary surgical unit This was a retrospective cohort study over a 10-year period (2013-2023), patient age range 30-85 years old. The… read more here.
Keywords: guidance; surgical unit; size; surveillance ... See more keywords
1059 Audit of Adherence to Gentamicin Guidelines in a Tertiary Hospital Surgical Unit
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znaf128.304
Abstract: Gentamicin is frequently administered to surgical patients for both prophylaxis and treatment of infections. Proper dosing and administration are crucial to maximize its therapeutic efficacy and minimize adverse effects. Local guidelines have been established to… read more here.
Keywords: gentamicin; surgical unit; adherence; hospital surgical ... See more keywords
Implementing Cardiac Surgical Unit-Advanced Life Support Through Simulation-Based Learning: A Quality Improvement Project.
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DOI: 10.1097/dcc.0000000000000425
Abstract: BACKGROUND The European Association for Cardio Thoracic Surgery and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons endorse Cardiac Surgical Unit-Advanced Life Support, a protocol designed specifically for cardiothoracic surgical patients who suffer postoperative cardiac arrests. To enhance… read more here.
Keywords: unit; education; unit advanced; surgical unit ... See more keywords
Response to Re: Is the acute surgical unit model feasible for Australian regional centres?
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DOI: 10.1111/ans.13918
Abstract: nurses, anaesthetist and a surgeon or additional surgical registrar. All of this, for the sake of zero to two or at best three emergency cases per day. This is not cost effective. The alternative involves… read more here.
Keywords: unit model; response acute; model feasible; acute surgical ... See more keywords
Association of waist circumference with outcomes in an acute general surgical unit
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DOI: 10.1111/ans.13962
Abstract: Obesity prevalence is increasing in Australia, particularly in non‐metropolitan areas. The effect of obesity on acute surgical outcomes is not known. We aimed to record waist circumference (WC) (surrogate for obesity) amongst acute surgical unit… read more here.
Keywords: waist circumference; surgical unit; association waist; unit ... See more keywords
Impact of an acute surgical unit on outcomes in acute cholecystitis
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DOI: 10.1111/ans.14802
Abstract: The acute surgical unit (ASU) model has been associated with improved outcomes for emergency general surgical patients. Few Australasian studies have investigated patients with cholecystitis and none from South Australia. read more here.
Keywords: surgical unit; acute surgical; impact acute; outcomes acute ... See more keywords
Lessons learned from relocating an acute surgical unit to a new quaternary referral centre in Adelaide, South Australia: a tale of two hospitals
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DOI: 10.1111/ans.15498
Abstract: On 4 September 2017, patient care was relocated from one quaternary hospital that was closing, to another proximate greenfield site in Adelaide, Australia, this becoming the new Royal Adelaide Hospital. There are currently no data… read more here.
Keywords: learned relocating; lessons learned; relocating acute; acute surgical ... See more keywords