A5018508395- Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management
- Diverticular Disease and Complications
- Intraperitoneal and Appendiceal Malignancies
- Gallbladder and Bile Duct Disorders
- Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
- Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research
- Abdominal Surgery and Complications
- Hernia repair and management
- Surgical site infection prevention
- Breast Cancer Treatment Studies
- Trauma and Emergency Care Studies
- Colorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
- Breast Lesions and Carcinomas
- Healthcare Policy and Management
- Pediatric Hepatobiliary Diseases and Treatments
- Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments
- Biliary and Gastrointestinal Fistulas
- Surgical Sutures and Adhesives
- Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Advances
- Emergency and Acute Care Studies
- Colorectal Cancer Treatments and Studies
- Colorectal and Anal Carcinomas
- Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
- Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions
Singularity University
2023
Baylor Scott & White Health
2012-2021
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
1992-2019
American College of Surgeons
2017-2018
Temple College
1991-2018
Baylor Medical Center at Garland
2018
Scott & White Memorial Hospital
1991-2018
Texas A&M Health Science Center
1994-2017
Baylor Scott & White - Central Texas Foundation
2014
Mitchell Institute
2013
Objective The authors determined whether there was an advantage to laparoscopic appendectomy when compared with open appendectomy. Summary/Background Data advantages of versus were questioned because the recovery from is brief. Methods From January 15, 1992 through 1993, 75 patients older than 9 years entered into a study randomizing choice operation either or technique. Statistical comparisons performed using Wilcoxon test. Results Thirty-seven assigned group and 38 group. Two converted...
Upper abdominal surgery is associated with characteristic changes in pulmonary function which increase the risk of lower lobe atelectasis. Sixteen patients undergoing open cholecystectomy and 20 laparoscopie were prospectively evaluated by tests (forced vital capacity [FVC], forced expiratory volume [FEV-1], flow [FEF] 25% to 75%) before operation on morning after determine if technique lessens risk. Fraction baseline was calculated dividing postoperative preoperative multiplying 100%....
Serum creatine kinase isoenzyme (CK-MB) screening followed by two-dimensional echocardiography (2-DE) was used for the assessment of possible cardiac injury in victims blunt trauma with acute thoracic or rapid deceleration injury. Of 291 evaluated acutely, 58 (20%) had a CK-MB fraction evident within 24 hours after Sixty per cent (35/58) were diagnosed as having 'cardiac concussion' (normal 2-DE) and 40% (23/58) contusion' (abnormal 2-DE). 2-DE abnormalities most often involved right...
<h3>Background:</h3> Acute gangrenous and perforating appendicitis are associated with an increased risk for postoperative complications have been considered a relative contraindication of laparoscopic appendectomy. <h3>Objective:</h3> To determine the complication rate following appendectomy or appendicitis. <h3>Design:</h3> A retrospective analysis patients who underwent <h3>Setting:</h3> multispecialty clinic. <h3>Results:</h3> Fifteen 19 In group, average operating time was 85 minutes;...
In 2012, a protocol for routine outpatient laparoscopic appendectomy uncomplicated appendicitis was published reflecting high success, low morbidity, and significant cost savings. Despite this, national data reflect that the majority of appendectomies are performed with overnight admission. This study updates our experience since initial report, confirming efficacy this approach.In July 2010, prospective adopted at institution. Patients were dismissed from postanesthesia recovery room or day...
The use of laparoscopic surgical techniques is now being applied to a variety operations traditionally performed in an open fashion. Twenty patients underwent laparoscopic-guided large and small bowel surgery at our institution from March 1991 April 1992. indications for included polyps, obstruction, bleeding, perforation, pathologic diagnoses benign lipomas, inflammatory disease, perforation jejunal diverticulum, colonic arteriovenous malformations, adenocarcinoma. Mobilization the colon,...
The stringency of vehicle exhaust emissions regulations resulted in a significant decrease particulate matter (PM) over the years. Non-exhaust particles (i.e., from brakes and tyres) account for almost half or more road transport-induced ambient PM. Even with internal combustion engine ban 2035, electrified vehicles will still emit PM brake tyre wear. Consequently, non-exhaust cannot significantly without any regulatory measures. Because independent research carried out under different...
Laparoscopic appendectomy is the widely accepted treatment for acute appendicitis. This approach offers potential of less pain, shorter hospital stay, and quicker return to activities. Traditionally, patients are hospitalized 24 hours after laparoscopic appendectomy. practice can be questioned due good results other outpatient surgery. A retrospective review 119 undergoing uncomplicated appendicitis was undertaken from January through September 2009; inpatient appendectomies were compared....
PreviewPosttraumatic meningitis may occur in up to 25% of patients with basilar skull fracture, and administration antibiotics has been proposed prevent this complication. Some studies support practice bat others challenge it The authors present the results their own retrospective study seen a large clinic during nine-year period.
BACKGROUND On November 5, 2009, an army psychiatrist at Fort Hood in Killeen, TX, allegedly opened fire the largest US military base world, killing 13 and wounding 32. METHODS Data from debriefing sessions, news media, area hospitals were reviewed. RESULTS Ten patients initially transferred to regional Level I trauma center. The remainder of shooting victims triaged two other local hospitals. National networks broadcasted center's referral phone line which resulted more than 1,300 calls....