Antibiotics Are an Effective Therapy for Most Children With Uncomplicated Appendicitis
Antibiotic therapy was found to shorten recovery time for pediatric patients with uncomplicated appendicitis, thereby avoiding surgery.
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ASCRS Updates Guidelines on Surgery for Crohn Disease
Researchers state surgery should be considered for patients who demonstrate an inadequate response to medical therapy.
Some Patients With Early-Stage Breast Cancer Found to Be at Risk of Prolonged Opioid Use After Surgery
Patients with early-stage breast cancer who undergo mastectomy with or without reconstruction are at risk of prolonged opioid use.
Anesthesiologists Shift Practice From OR to ICU During Pandemic
During the current new coronavirus pandemic, a large number of physician anesthesiologists pivoted from working in the operating room to treating COVID-19 patients in intensive care units.
Recommendations Developed for Anesthesia Use During COVID-19
Recommendations have been developed for use of anesthesia during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Preoperative Metformin Tied to Better Surgical Outcomes
Preoperative metformin prescriptions may be associated with decreased postoperative mortality and readmission among patients with diabetes undergoing a major surgical procedure,
Guidance Issued for Perioperative Management of COVID-19 Patients
Dedicated OR equipped with negative pressure system, dedicated anesthesia machine required.
Anesthesia Procedure Outlined for Emergency Surgery in COVID-19 Patients
Fast induction of anesthesia with adequate muscle relaxation recommended to prevent cough.
Patients Have Less Dyspnea After Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
Dyspnea score change positively linked to air trapping extent change, end-expiratory tracheal shape change.
Mental Health Outcomes No Better for Teens Undergoing RYGB
Self-esteem improved after 5 years in surgical group, but no improvement seen in overall mood.
Robotic Surgery Saw 8.4-Fold Increase From 2012 to 2018
Immediate adoption at hospitals seen with decrease in traditional laparoscopic procedures.
Weight-Loss Surgery Improves Musculoskeletal Pain and Physical Function in Children
Researchers sought to evaluate the long-term effects of bariatric surgery on joint pain, physical function, and health-related quality of life.
Bariatric Surgery May Raise Risk for Colon Cancer Years Later
Risk increased for colon cancer 10 to 14 years after surgery; no increase in risk found for rectal cancer.
Rates of Postoperative Mortality High for Frail, Very Frail Patients
Rates of postoperative mortality high across all levels of the Operative Stress Score for frail patients.
FDA Recommends Improvements to Breast Implant Safety Information
The FDA released a draft guidance to help women have access to information about the risks and benefits of breast implants.
Bariatric Surgery Linked to Reduced Risk for Skin Cancer
For individuals with obesity, bariatric surgery is associated with a reduced risk for skin cancer, including melanoma.
Postop Antibiotics Cut Infections After Facial Plastic Surgery
Postoperative antibiotic prescriptions are associated with reduced rates of infections after facial plastic surgery.
AAP Recommends Expanding Access to Bariatric Surgery for Adolescents
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) announced a set of practice- and system-level recommendations in a position statement presented at the 2019 AAP National Conference & Exhibition.
Risk for Pulmonary Embolism Elevated for up to 18 Weeks After Surgery
Current guidelines recommend 5 weeks of postoperative prophylactic anticoagulation, but a new study suggests the duration of this treatment ought to be extended.
Gender-Affirming Surgery May Aid Long-Term Mental Health
Longitudinal association identified in individuals with a gender incongruence diagnosis.
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