Tag: Surgery: Misc.
Nonoperative Management Feasible for Pediatric Appendicitis
Less morbidity and lower costs for those choosing nonoperative management versus surgery
Surgery May Beat Radiotherapy for Localized Prostate Cancer
Analysis of 19 studies suggests surgery has an edge in survival
PT Beats Surgery for Quick Relief of Carpal Tunnel Pain
Physical therapy as effective as surgery in medium, long term; more effective for pain relief in short term
FDA Approves Bridion to Reverse Neuromuscular Blockade
Drug reverses the effects of rocuronium bromide and vecuronium bromide
Ovarian Conservation Safe in Endometrial Cancer, but Use Low
Findings among premenopausal women undergoing hysterectomy
Improvements in RA Disease Activity With Bariatric Sx
Fewer patients had moderate to high disease activity, more in remission at 12 months post-op
Interlobar Collateral Ventilation Impacts EB Valve Outcomes
Researchers find more success in emphysema tx when stricter criteria used in patient selection
SABCS: In Early Breast CA, Breast-Conserving Tx Beats Mastectomy
Study suggests 21 percent greater odds of survival after 10 years
Timing May Be Key to Success for Early Breast CA Treatment
Scheduling the operation as soon as possible after diagnosis seems to raise odds for survival
Guidelines Formulated for Arterial Conduits in CABG
Use of arterial grafts should be part of the heart team discussion for determining optimal surgical approach
