Tag: Surgery: Misc.
Mesh Removal Has Limited Impact for Women With Pain
Mesh removal often does not improve symptoms among women with pain after urogynecological mesh insertion
Blood Shortages Causing Surgery Delays Across the United States
Some U.S. blood centers have only a one-day supply
Outcomes Worse for Immediate Sequential Bilateral Cataract Surgery
Slightly better outcomes in visual acuity seen for short-term versus long-term delayed sequential bilateral cataract surgery
Very Elderly Can Benefit From Brain Tumor Surgery
While there is short-term excess mortality, cumulative survival is similar to the general population
Higher Grit Scores Tied to Wellness in Surgery Residents
Those with higher grit scores were significantly less likely to report burnout, thoughts of attrition, suicidal thoughts
Guideline Updated for Blood Management During Heart Surgery
Measures of blood conservation should be undertaken, including retrograde autologous priming of cardiopulmonary bypass circuit
Robotic Platforms Not Superior for Abdominopelvic Surgery
Robot-assisted surgery had longer operative duration than laparoscopy, but no obvious difference compared to open surgery
New Protocol Aims for Early Extubation in Cardiac Surgery Patients
Faster progression to extubation does not increase risk for reintubation or other adverse events
TB Outbreak May Be Linked to Bone Repair Product
Aziyo Biologics recalling 154 containers of the bone putty that includes human cells and is used in a range of orthopedic procedures
Patients Do Not Improve Activity Level After Hip Replacement
Findings despite surgery success in aiding pain, physical performance