A5012723534- Bariatric Surgery and Outcomes
- Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma Treatment and Prognosis
- Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
- Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments
- Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment
- Colorectal Cancer Treatments and Studies
- Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management
- Surgical Simulation and Training
- Gallbladder and Bile Duct Disorders
- Obesity and Health Practices
- Digital Imaging in Medicine
- Biliary and Gastrointestinal Fistulas
- Cholangiocarcinoma and Gallbladder Cancer Studies
- Radiomics and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging
- Diverticular Disease and Complications
- Cancer Treatment and Pharmacology
- Trauma and Emergency Care Studies
- Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions
- Abdominal Trauma and Injuries
- Healthcare Systems and Technology
- Eating Disorders and Behaviors
- Pharmacology and Obesity Treatment
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
- Healthcare Quality and Management
Musgrove Park Hospital
2023-2024
St. Vincent's University Hospital
2021-2024
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
2022
Wexford General Hospital
2019
Mayo General Hospital
2018
Mucinous colorectal cancer has traditionally been associated with high rates of recurrence and poor long-term survival. There is limited published data on outcomes for patients undergoing liver resection metastatic mucinous cancer. The aim this study was to compare the clinicopathological metastases (CRCLM) a matched group adenocarcinoma not otherwise specified (NOS) evaluate accurary preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at detecting presence mucin in metastases.Patients CRCLM were...
Introduction Bariatric surgery is an effective treatment for patients with obesity. Rates of obesity are increasing worldwide as the number bariatric procedures performed. Following have increased contact psychiatric services, there risk deliberate self-harm, suicide attempts and completed suicide. Compared to general population 8 fold higher than average rate. In Ireland wait lists long, resulting in many seeking abroad. ‘tourism’ often results reduced psychological supports both pre post...
Abstract Background Recent guidelines, supported by large, well-designed studies, suggest that bariatric surgery is a safe and effective treatment for adolescents living with severe obesity to improve health psychosocial functioning. The aim of this study was assess the opinions referral practices general practitioners (GPs) paediatricians in Ireland. Methods A cross-sectional survey circulated online practising GPs. consisted short introduction about childhood 12 questions on adolescent...
<title>Abstract</title> <bold>Background:</bold> Swallowable gastric balloons are available in the UK to treat severe obesity. Our hospital introduced this treatment 2023, first do so National Health Service (NHS). The event was featured by British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) on regional television and online numerous news outlets February 2024. Obesity of obesity often subject stigma, prejudice bias. gave an opportunity observe analyze public opinion response a new NHS-funded treatment....
Abstract Background Rapid weight loss is a risk factor for symptomatic gallstone formation. Managing disease such as choledocholithiasis can be more challenging after Bariatric Surgery (BS) due to altered anatomy. Ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) low-cost and low-risk method of reducing the cholecystectomy by almost third in patients who have had BS. However, it not yet included national guidelines bariatric surgery. We audited prescription rates UDCA underwent BS with view introducing into our...
Liver resection for breast cancer liver metastases is becoming a more widely accepted therapeutic option selected groups of patients. The aim this study was to describe the outcomes patients undergoing cancer-related and identify any variables associated with recurrence or survival.A retrospective review prospectively maintained database undertaken 12 year period between 2009 2021. Clinicopathological, treatment, intraoperative, recurrence, survival follow-up data were collected on all...
Background: Operative notes are an essential tool to ensure progress of management and continuity in patient care the post-operative period. Non-standardized operative can be poor quality lack sufficient detail. This may lead deficits especially emergency situation. Methods: Retrospective data was collected from 100 consecutive patients treated surgically during October 2018. The were analyzed against Royal College Surgeons (RCS) standards outlined “Good Surgical Practice”. intervention...