Journal of Surgery

Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020

  • Foot Complications in Patients with Diabetes: Experience in a Teaching Hospital, Rajshahi, Bangladesh

    AKM Shamsul Haque, Habibun Nobi Md Shafiquzzaman, Md Shohorab Hossain, Goutom Kumar Ghosh

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 171-177
    Received: 16 June 2020
    Accepted: 13 July 2020
    Published: 4 November 2020
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    Abstract: Diabetic foot complications are the most common cause of non-traumatic lower extremity amputations. The aim of this study was to determine the different pattern of foot complication associated with Diabetes mellitus. Methods & Materials: This experimental study was conducted on a total of 50 patients of diabetic foot complications admitted in the d... Show More
  • Intelligent Ultrasonic Energy: New Adaptive Tissue Technology in Harmonic Shears

    David Singleton, Natalia Juncosa-Melvin, Patrick Scoggins, Geisa Paulin-Curlee, John Cummings, Crystal Ricketts

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 178-183
    Received: 6 October 2020
    Accepted: 23 October 2020
    Published: 4 November 2020
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    Abstract: Objective: Development of ultrasonic technology in surgical devices includes mechanisms of monitoring and adjusting energy delivery to target tissues for the purpose of limiting thermal spread. The objective of the current study was to evaluate performance of a new Adaptive Tissue Technology algorithm, designed to enhance thermal management in the ... Show More
  • Difficult to Heal Wounds Intralesional Insulin Therapy Trial

    Neide Kalil Gaspar, Antonio Pedro de Andrade Gaspar

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 184-189
    Received: 14 January 2020
    Accepted: 7 February 2020
    Published: 9 November 2020
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    Abstract: Introduction-Insulin exerts metabolic and growth-stimulating actions both through its own receptors and the receptors of its homologous factors (IGFs), although with different degrees of affinity. The A receptor of insulin acts more intensely on the cell membrane, with a metabolic response, whereas the B receptor is quickly internalized, stimulates... Show More
  • A 7-year Prospective Epidemiological Study of Acute Elbow Admissions to a Trauma Unit

    Alex Bolt, Siddharth Govilkar, Caroline Dover, John Blackwell, Stuart Hay

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 190-196
    Received: 28 September 2020
    Accepted: 16 October 2020
    Published: 11 November 2020
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    Abstract: Introduction: This study represents an analysis of data collected prospectively over a seven-year period to our trauma unit, to identify the epidemiological background behind the admissions of patients with acute elbow problems and to highlight the impact of these admissions on our trauma service. Method: Nearly 16,000 patients were included in our... Show More
  • A Review of Deep Neck Space Infections: Perspective from a Sub-Saharan African Center

    Moses Ikechukwu Ajaero, Samuel Uchechukwu Nduagu, Chidiebere Peter Echieh, Raphael Arinze Onyekwelu

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 197-203
    Received: 19 October 2020
    Accepted: 28 October 2020
    Published: 27 November 2020
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    Abstract: Deep neck space infections (DNSI) are inflammation often with abscess collection within potential fascial spaces in the head and neck region. The incidence of DNSIs is relatively higher in populations of low socioeconomic status This study aimed at analyzing the pattern of presentation and management of DNSIs seen at our facility over 10 years. Dat... Show More
  • Analysis of Risk Factors of Recurrent Vertebral Fractures After Percutaneous Vertebroplasty

    Jiang Du, Chenhuan Lu, Jing Wang

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 204-208
    Received: 1 November 2020
    Accepted: 19 November 2020
    Published: 30 November 2020
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    Abstract: Background: Investigate the risk factors of recurrent vertebral compression fractures after percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCF). Method: Data of 401 patients with osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures treated by PVP from March 2013 to June 2018 were retrospectively analyzed, and were divi... Show More
  • An Exploration of the Active Ingredients of Cortex phellodendri in the Treatment of Hemorrhoids and Its Mechanism Based on Network Pharmacology

    Xianchang Yu, Xiongdong Zhong

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 209-216
    Received: 20 November 2020
    Accepted: 30 November 2020
    Published: 4 December 2020
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    Abstract: Background: Huangbo, also known as Cortex phellodendri in Latin, is an important drug which has the pharmacological action of clearing heat, drying dampness, purging fire and detoxifying. In recent years, it has been reported that Huangbo also has the activity of treating hemorrhoids. Objective: The aim of this study was to explore the Active Ingre... Show More
  • Contribution of Imaging to the Management of Surgical Emergencies in the General Surgery Department of the Ignace Deen National Hospital

    Diakite Sandaly, Mamy Gnan Francis, Camara Soriba Naby, Soumaoro Labile Togba, Dabo Mamoudou, Fofana Houssein, Fofana Naby, Camara Mariame, Camara Fode Lansana, Diakite Saikou Yaya, Touré Aboubacar, Diallo Aissatou Taran

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 217-221
    Received: 29 October 2020
    Accepted: 11 November 2020
    Published: 8 December 2020
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    Abstract: The aim of this work was to eassess the contribution of imaging in the management of non-traumatic abdominal surgical emergencies at the General Surgery Department of the Ignace Deen National Hospital. Material and methods: This was a prospective, descriptive study that included for 6 months all patients admitted and operated for a non-traumatic ab... Show More
  • Urinary Tract Lesions After Surgery for Gynecological Pelvic Cancers at the Conakry University Hospital

    Koundouno Aly Mampan, Traore Bangaly, Camara Soriba Naby, Keita Mamady, Diakité Saikou Yaya, Camara Fode Lansana, Baldé Abdoulaye Korse, Balde Oumar Taibata, Diallo Abdoulaye Bobo, Toure Aboubacar

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 222-227
    Received: 16 November 2020
    Accepted: 30 November 2020
    Published: 16 December 2020
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    Abstract: The aim of this study was to describe the urinary complications of surgery for gynecological pelvic cancers and their management at the university hospital in Conakry. Patients and methods: This was a descriptive multicenter study in the main surgical treatment services for gynecological pelvic cancer at the University Hospital of Conakry from 2007... Show More
  • Surgeon Preference May Be More Important Than Models of Care When It Comes to Early Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Rates for Acute Cholecystitis

    Daniel Feng, Luke Petschack, Georgia Marr, Jon Gani

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, December 2020
    Pages: 228-232
    Received: 16 November 2020
    Accepted: 7 December 2020
    Published: 22 December 2020
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    Abstract: Aim: Early Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (ELC) for acute cholecystitis is widely accepted as the standard of care. The capacity to deliver this has been strongly linked to the establishment of Acute Surgical Units (ASU). This study aimed to determine the relative effects of surgeon preference on ELC rates. Method: A retrospective audit of patients w... Show More