BACKGROUND There has been an increasing focus in recent years on health-care disparities.Studies investigating return to work(RTW)or sports are often performed in large,urban areas.Relatively few studies have investig...BACKGROUND There has been an increasing focus in recent years on health-care disparities.Studies investigating return to work(RTW)or sports are often performed in large,urban areas.Relatively few studies have investigated rates of return to farming or other heavy labor that is of interest to patients in rural areas.AIM To evaluate the literature regarding RTW in farming or heavy labor after orthopedic hip,knee,or shoulder surgery.METHODS A search was performed in the PubMed and EMBASE databases using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines.Studies were included if they reported patients employed in farming or heavy labor,RTW rates after orthopedic surgery of the hip,knee,or shoulder,and had a minimum 6-month follow-up.A meta-analysis of proportions using a random-effects model was performed on three single-arm observational studies to estimate the pooled RTW rate following arthroscopic shoulder surgery.RESULTS Ten studies were included,and 101 farmers were identified among 440 total patients.One study involved hip surgery,two studies involved knee surgery,and seven studies involved shoulder surgery.RTW rates across studies varied by type of surgery and follow-up interval,ranging from 24%to 100%.The RTW rate was only 53.6%at 1 year following total hip arthroplasty.No studies investigated RTW in farmers following total knee arthroplasty.Among non-comparative studies,meta-analysis revealed a pooled RTW rate of 89%following arthroscopic shoulder surgery,with low heterogeneity(I^(2)=30.1%).Among comparative studies,one study reported significantly higher RTW odds for patients undergoing anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty compared to reverse shoulder arthroplasty(odds ratio=5.45).Overall,surgical intervention for shoulder pathology was associated with a high likelihood of RTW across multiple techniques,with particularly favorable outcomes for anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty.CONCLUSION This systematic review highlights the high rates of RTW in farmers and heavy laborers after shoulder surgery.However,our findings also underscore the need for more rural-specific research to guide patient counseling,rehabilitation expectations,and shared decision-making in this underserved population,particularly for orthopedic surgery of the hip and knee.展开更多
BACKGROUND Gastrointestinal(GI)tumors are among the most prevalent malignancies,and surgical intervention remains a primary treatment modality.However,the complexity of GI surgery often leads to prolonged recovery and...BACKGROUND Gastrointestinal(GI)tumors are among the most prevalent malignancies,and surgical intervention remains a primary treatment modality.However,the complexity of GI surgery often leads to prolonged recovery and high postoperative complication rates,which threaten patient safety and functional outcomes.Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)principles have been shown to improve perioperative outcomes through evidence-based,multidisciplinary care pathways.Despite its widespread adoption,there is a paucity of research focusing specifically on optimizing ERAS-guided nursing processes in the post-anesthesia care unit(PACU)and evaluating its impact on perioperative safety in patients undergoing GI tumor surgery.This study aimed to investigate whether an ERASbased PACU nursing protocol could enhance recovery,reduce complications,and improve patient safety in this surgical population.AIM To explore the impact of optimizing the recovery room nursing process based on ERAS on the perioperative safety of patients with GI tumors.METHODS A total of 260 patients with GI tumors who underwent elective surgeries under general anesthesia in our hospital from August 2023 to August 2025 and were then observed in the recovery unit(PACU)were selected.They were randomly divided into the observation group(the PACU nursing process was optimized based on ERAS)and the control group(the conventional PACU nursing process was adopted)by the random number grouping method,with 130 cases in each group.The time of gastric tube removal,urinary catheter removal,defecation time,hospital stay,time of leaving the room after tube removal,retention time in the recovery room,occurrence of complications,satisfaction and readmission rate were compared between the two groups after entering the room.Compare the occurrence of adverse events in the PACU nursing process between the two groups.RESULTS The time of gastric tube removal,urinary catheter removal,defecation time,hospital stay,retention time in the recovery room,total incidence of complications and readmission rate in the observation group were significantly lower than those in the control group,and the satisfaction rate was higher than that in the control group(P<0.05).The occurrence of adverse events in the PACU nursing process in the observation group was lower than that in the control group(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Optimizing the PACU nursing process based on ERAS can effectively accelerate the recovery process of patients undergoing GI tumor surgery,reduce adverse events,improve nursing satisfaction,and at the same time,lower the incidence of adverse events in the PACU nursing process,providing a more refined management basis for clinical practice.展开更多
AIM:To assess the visual acuity and visual quality of cataract patients who received femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery(FLACS)and multifocal intraocular lens(MIOL)implantation with an improved polishing techn...AIM:To assess the visual acuity and visual quality of cataract patients who received femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery(FLACS)and multifocal intraocular lens(MIOL)implantation with an improved polishing technique during a 1-year follow-up period.METHODS:This study included 74 eyes from 37 patients,comprising 17 males and 20 females,with a mean age of 51.74±7.80 years.Using a coin toss method,one eye per patient was randomly selected for improved anterior capsular polishing,while the other eye received standard irrigation/aspiration(I/A)polishing.The polishing group consisted of 37 eyes,including 21 right and 16 left eyes,while the control group comprised the contralateral fellow eyes of the same individuals in the polishing group.Visual acuity and quality of the patients were evaluated before surgery and at 1 wk,1,6,and 12 mo after surgery.The OPD-Scan III was utilized to assess high-order aberrations,while the optical quality analysis system(OQAS)was employed to evaluate modulation transfer function(MTF cutoff),Strehl ratio(SR),and objective scatter index(OSI)for the purpose of visual quality assessment.Paired t-tests and repeated measures analysis of variance(ANOVA)were utilized to compare the results,and the SNK-q post hoc test was applied to identify significant differences.RESULTS:The polishing group’s uncorrected distant visual acuity(UDVA)and uncorrected near visual acuity(UNVA)significantly improved 1-week post-surgery(all P<0.05).At 12-months,UDVA,UNVA,and corrected distant visual acuity(CDVA)were better than the control group(P<0.05).The MTF cutoff,SR,OSI,and high-order aberrations in the polishing group also showed significant improvements compared to the control group at 12 mo(P<0.05).CONCLUSION:The improved capsular polishing method has been demonstrated to effectively maintain visual acuity and visual quality in patients with MIOL after FLACS within 1 a.展开更多
AIM:To investigate the long-term outcomes in acute primary angle closure(APAC)patients treated with lens extraction(LE)surgery and to identify risk factors for glaucomatous optic neuropathy(GON).METHODS:In this longit...AIM:To investigate the long-term outcomes in acute primary angle closure(APAC)patients treated with lens extraction(LE)surgery and to identify risk factors for glaucomatous optic neuropathy(GON).METHODS:In this longitudinal observational study,detailed medical histories of APAC patients and comprehensive ophthalmic examinations at final followup were collected.Logistic regression analysis was performed to identify predictors of blindness.Univariate and multivariate linear regression analyses were conducted to determine risk factors associated with visual outcomes.RESULTS:This study included 39 affected eyes of 31 subjects(26 females)with an average age of 74.1±8.0y.At 6.7±4.2y after APAC attack,2(5.7%)eyes had bestcorrected visual acuity(VA)worse than 3/60.Advanced glaucomatous visual field loss was observed in 15(39.5%)affected eyes and 5(25.0%)fellow eyes.Nine affected eyes(23.7%)had GON,and 11(28.9%)were blind.Six(15.4%)affected eyes and 2(9.1%)fellow eyes had suspicious progression.A significantly higher blindness rate in factory workers compared to office workers.Logistic regression identified that worse VA at attack(OR 10.568,95%CI 1.288-86.695;P=0.028)and worse early postoperative VA(OR 13.214,95%CI 1.157-150.881;P=0.038)were risk factors for blindness.Multivariate regression showed that longer duration of elevated intraocular pressure(P=0.004)and worse early postoperative VA(P=0.009)were associated with worse visual outcomes.CONCLUSION:Despite LE surgery,some APAC patients experience continued visual function deterioration.Lifelong monitoring is necessary.Target pressure and progression rates should be re-evaluated during follow-up.展开更多
Herein,we describe a case of robotic duodenum-preserving pancreatic head resection(DPPHR)performed on a 21-monthold male infant(weight:13 kg;body mass index:18.87 kg/m^(2))with focal nesidioblastosis,expanding the sco...Herein,we describe a case of robotic duodenum-preserving pancreatic head resection(DPPHR)performed on a 21-monthold male infant(weight:13 kg;body mass index:18.87 kg/m^(2))with focal nesidioblastosis,expanding the scope of minimally invasive pediatric hepatobiliary surgery(Fig.1;Video S1).Preoperative positron emission tomography-computed tomography revealed a 23×13 mm neuroendocrine lesion in the pancreatic head,which caused refractory hypoglycemia and necessitated surgical intervention.展开更多
1.The development history of enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)is a multimodal perioperative care approach that has evolved over the past 2 decades since its inception.In 1997,P...1.The development history of enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)is a multimodal perioperative care approach that has evolved over the past 2 decades since its inception.In 1997,Professor Henrik Kehlet,also known as the“father of ERAS”,from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark first proposed the ERAS concept and discovered its clinical feasibility and superiority,achieving remarkable results.ERAS was initially applied in colorectal surgery;subsequently,the concept gradually gained popularity and application worldwide.展开更多
BACKGROUND Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)programs provide recommendations for an optimized management of patients undergoing surgery.An ERAS program tailored on surgery for retroperitoneal sarcomas(RPS)may impr...BACKGROUND Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)programs provide recommendations for an optimized management of patients undergoing surgery.An ERAS program tailored on surgery for retroperitoneal sarcomas(RPS)may improve patient outcomes and it has still not been established.AIM To determine how an ERAS program tailored to RPS surgery can be agreed upon,structured,and implemented.METHODS Twenty-five candidate items from existing ERAS programs,potentially relevant for RPS surgery,were identified via literature review and expert input.These were included in a questionnaire refined through cognitive interviews and pilot testing.Expert sarcoma surgeons rated each item’s relevance and feasibility on a 6-point scale.The survey was recirculated after one year.Intra-observer reproducibility,inter-observer concordance,and agreement with the modal value of the most experienced participants were analyzed.RESULTS Thirteen sarcoma surgeons from 6 centers participated in the survey.Although surgeons agreed on several items,their overall concordance was low.After recirculating the survey,the intraobserver reproducibility was low.Interestingly,the median concordance with the reference increased for relevance and decreased for feasibility.CONCLUSION Despite interest in ERAS for RPS,surgeon concordance on item relevance and feasibility remains low,underscoring the need for collaborative efforts toward a standardized,consensus-based protocol.展开更多
Laparoscopic and endoscopic cooperative surgery(LECS)is a hybrid minimally invasive technique originally developed for treatment of gastric submucosal tumors.Several modifications of LECS—including inverted LECS,non-...Laparoscopic and endoscopic cooperative surgery(LECS)is a hybrid minimally invasive technique originally developed for treatment of gastric submucosal tumors.Several modifications of LECS—including inverted LECS,non-exposed endoscopic wall-inversion surgery,and closed LECS have evolved over a period of time to address the earlier concerns about peritoneal contamination and tumor seeding.These innovations have led to the application of combined laparoendoscopic techniques to several gastrointestinal(GI)lesions such as the duodenum,colon,and rectum.This minireview explores the evolution,current applications,and future potential of laparoendoscopic surgery in GI diseases.展开更多
BACKGROUND Current guidelines recommend providing malnourished individuals immunonutrition before major gastrointestinal surgery.Nonetheless,the advantages of preoperative immunonutrition remain controversial.AIM To a...BACKGROUND Current guidelines recommend providing malnourished individuals immunonutrition before major gastrointestinal surgery.Nonetheless,the advantages of preoperative immunonutrition remain controversial.AIM To analyses the effects of preoperative immunonutrition and standard oral nutrition supplements on colorectal surgery outcomes.METHODS This study employed a prospective single-center randomized double-blinded comparative approach and was conducted at Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia between September 2023 and September 2024.In this study,the participants in the experimental group were supplied with a specialized oral supplement enriched with immune-modulating nutrients.Meanwhile,a conventional oral nutrition supplement was provided to the control group.The time to first flatus and the time to first bowel evacuation were the primary outcomes recorded.Incidence of nosocomial infections,surgical site infections,and the total length of hospital stay were considered secondary data.RESULTS This study involved 58 patients who were allocated into two groups.No dropouts were documented.The mean age of the participants was 61.20±12.96,and most were males(63.38%).All participants’baseline and surgical characteristics in both arms were also generally comparable.The participants in this study underwent colorectal surgery,where most had laparoscopic surgery(58%).Based on the results,no significant statistical differences were observed regarding the duration from the first flatus to the first bowel evacuation,the onset of a normal diet,and hospital stay between the experimental and control groups.Both groups also recorded 10(17.24%)infectious complications.CONCLUSION The findings indicated no notable variations in the primary and secondary endpoints despite the theoretical benefits of immune-modulating nutrients.Conclusively,routine preoperative immunonutrition may not provide additional advantages over standard nutrition in this demographic.展开更多
Upper gastrointestinal(UGI)endoscopy has become increasingly popular with the recent advancements in technology and the increase of minimally invasive techniques.UGI endoscopy is indicated for diagnostic,staging,and t...Upper gastrointestinal(UGI)endoscopy has become increasingly popular with the recent advancements in technology and the increase of minimally invasive techniques.UGI endoscopy is indicated for diagnostic,staging,and therapeutic purposes and significantly influences the management of patients with a spectrum of foregut diseases,including esophageal and gastric malignancies,achalasia,and gastroesophageal reflux disease.There is growing evidence that intraoperative UGI endoscopy can be a useful adjunct and a powerful tool to enhance tumor localization,offering a direct evaluation of the surgical reconstruction and identifying potential sources of postoperative complications.However,its widespread utilization has been limited by concerns over cost,accessibility,and sufficient training and expertise.The aim of the current study was to review and elaborate on the available literature while presenting our experience in an academic institution specializing in esophagogastric surgery with intraoperative UGI endoscopy.We focused on the indications,added benefits,and related complications.展开更多
BACKGROUND Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)guidelines have been established for multiple types of adult surgeries.However,ERAS guidelines tailored to pediatric surgeries remain to be developed.AIM To evaluate the...BACKGROUND Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)guidelines have been established for multiple types of adult surgeries.However,ERAS guidelines tailored to pediatric surgeries remain to be developed.AIM To evaluate the clinical outcomes of ERAS protocols in pediatric laparoscopic Meckel’s diverticulum resection.METHODS This retrospective cohort study analyzed 78 consecutive pediatric cases treated between January 2017 and March 2025.Patients were divided into:Traditional care group(n=38):January 2017-December 2020;ERAS protocol group(n=40):January 2021-March 2025.We compared perioperative outcomes,including clinical recovery parameters and laboratory markers,to assess protocol efficacy.RESULTS All procedures were completed laparoscopically by the same surgical team without conversion.Baseline characteristics,including demographics,diverticulum location,and intraoperative parameters(operative time,blood loss),were comparable between groups(all P>0.05).The ERAS protocol demonstrated significantly shorter postoperative length of stay(7.55±1.52 days vs 10.40±3.59 days,P<0.001)while complication rates were numerically lower in the ERAS group(17.50%vs 13.16%,P=0.595).Additional benefits of ERAS implementation included:Reduced intravenous fluid requirements(5.00 mL/kg/hour vs 8.00 mL/kg/hour),accelerated gastrointestinal recovery(first flatus:2.00 days vs 3.00 days),lower pain scores(P<0.001),earlier total enteral nutrition achievement(5.00 days vs 6.50 days)and shorter intravenous therapy duration(6.00 days vs 8.00 days;all P<0.001).ERAS patients also showed reduced drainage utilization(P<0.05)and improved inflammatory marker profiles postoperatively[neutrophils:(5.98±2.02)×10^(9)/L vs(8.01±3.98)×10^(9)/L];median Creactive protein:13.6 mg/L 7 vs 19.63 mg/L).Glycemic control was superior in the ERAS group despite higher induction levels(both P<0.05).Parental satisfaction(92.50%vs 86.84%)and 30-day readmission rates(2.50%vs 2.63%)showed no significant differences.CONCLUSION ERAS protocols safely optimize recovery in children undergoing laparoscopic Meckel’s diverticulum resection,significantly reducing length of stay while improving pain management and overall clinical outcomes.These findings support the adoption of ERAS in pediatric intestinal surgery.展开更多
Chronic pain after spine surgery(CPSS)is a complex disorder characterized by multifactorial pathogenesis that occurs in 8%–40%of patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery.We aimed to develop a rat model that mimics cl...Chronic pain after spine surgery(CPSS)is a complex disorder characterized by multifactorial pathogenesis that occurs in 8%–40%of patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery.We aimed to develop a rat model that mimics clinical CPSS conditions by taking two sequential surgical procedures.Step 1:A plastic rod was inserted into the left L5 intervertebral foramen to produce a steady compression on the dorsal root ganglion(DRG)and the spinal nerve,a common cause of low back pain(LBP).Step 2:The rod was removed after 7 days when rats exhibited mechanical and heat hypersensitivity in the ipsilateral hindpaw,followed by a full L5 laminectomy to mimic spine decompression surgery in LBP patients.The retention of the rod induced a prolonged LBP-like behavior but was quickly resolved after rod removal without laminectomy.However,rats that received laminectomy after rod removal developed heightened mechanical and heat sensitivity in the hindpaw,impaired gait,and reduced spontaneous exploration activity,indicating CPSS.Patch clamp recording revealed a significant augmentation in the intrinsic excitability of smalldiameter DRG neurons in CPSS rats.Administration of Dermorphin[D-Arg2,Lys4](1–4)amide(DALDA,5mg/kg,i.p.),a peripherally acting mu-opioid receptor(MOR)-preferred agonist,attenuated pain hypersensitivity,capsaicin-induced[Ca^(2+)]i rising and the increased intrinsic excitability of DRG neurons from CPSS rats.Our findings suggest that this new model,which mirrors the nature of CPSS developed in patients,may be useful for future studies of the underlying mechanisms.展开更多
AIM: To study the implementation of an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program at a large University Hospital from “pilot study” to “standard of care”.
BACKGROUND Although the 2021 Chinese Clinical Practice Guidelines for Enhanced Recovery after Surgery(ERAS)provide recommendations for ERAS in gastrointestinal surgery,the clinical application of standard ERAS nursing...BACKGROUND Although the 2021 Chinese Clinical Practice Guidelines for Enhanced Recovery after Surgery(ERAS)provide recommendations for ERAS in gastrointestinal surgery,the clinical application of standard ERAS nursing models is challenging due to the variety of diseases involved in gastrointestinal surgery and the com-plex factors contributing to patient stress responses.Moreover,stress responses are more severe in older adult patients.Therefore,precision medicine is required to improve the quality of nursing care and promote postoperative recovery in gastrointestinal surgery.and demonstrate nursing benefits through clinical practice.METHODS This randomized clinical trial first established an evidence-based nursing ERAS protocol in older adult patients based on literature related to perioperative nursing measures for gastrointestinal surgery stress response.Next,392 older adult patients who underwent gastrointestinal surgery and were admitted to our hospital between December 2021 and June 2023 were categorized into two groups to receive evidence-based(study group)or conventional(control group)ERAS nursing models,respectively.Intraoperative physiological parameters during surgery and postoperative recovery indicators were compared between the groups.RESULTS Among 64 domestic and international studies,the stress responses of older adult patients mainly included emotional anxiety,sleep disorders,gastrointestinal discomfort,physical weakness,pain,and swelling.The appropriate nursing interventions included comprehensive psychological counseling,pre-and postoperative nutritional support,temperature control,pain management,and rehabilitation training.Compared with the control group,the study group showed lower heart rate,mean arterial pressure,blood glucose level,and adrenaline level;shorter duration of drainage tube placement,time to first flatus,time to first ambulation,and postoperative hospital stay;lower anxiety scores on postoperative day 3;and lower incidences of postoperative infection,obstruction,poor wound healing,and gastrointestinal reactions were lower in the study group(all P<0.05).CONCLUSION The evidence-based nursing measures targeting stress responses based on the conventional ERAS nursing model resulted in stable intraoperative physiological parameters during surgery,promoted postoperative recovery,and reduced the incidence of complications.展开更多
Dear Editor,Descemet’s membrane detachment(DMD)is considered as a potential sight-threatening complication following various intraocular surgeries,particularly cataract surgery[1].The labile adhesion between the Desc...Dear Editor,Descemet’s membrane detachment(DMD)is considered as a potential sight-threatening complication following various intraocular surgeries,particularly cataract surgery[1].The labile adhesion between the Descemet’s membrane(DM)and the posterior corneal stromal layer can be easily separated with minimal mechanical force.Several risk factors have been associated with the development of DMD including old age,improper intraoperative operation,corneal ectatic disorders,and endothelial disorders and so on[1-4].展开更多
In this editorial we comment on the article by Kalayarasan and co-workers published in the recent issue of the World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery.The authors present an interesting review on the use of indocyan...In this editorial we comment on the article by Kalayarasan and co-workers published in the recent issue of the World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery.The authors present an interesting review on the use of indocyanine green fluo-rescence in different aspects of abdominal surgery.They also highlight future perspectives of the use of indocyanine green in mini-invasive surgery.Indo-cyanine green,used for fluorescence imaging,has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration and is safe for use in humans.It can be administered in-travenously or intra-arterially.Since its advent,there have been several advance-ments in the applications of indocyanine green,especially in the surgical field,such as intraoperative mapping and biopsy of sentinel lymph node,measurement of hepatic function prior to resection,in neurosurgical cases to detect vascular anomalies,in cardiovascular cases for patency and assessment of vascular ab-normalities,in predicting healing following amputations,in helping visualization of hepatobiliary anatomy and blood vessels,in reconstructive surgery,to assess flap viability and for the evaluation of tissue perfusion following major trauma and burns.For these reasons,the intraoperative use of indocyanine green has become common in a variety of surgical specialties and transplant surgery.Co-lorectal surgery has just lately begun to adopt this technique,particularly for perfusion visualization to prevent anastomotic leakage.The regular use of in-docyanine green coupled with fluorescence angiography has recently been pro-posed as a feasible tool to help improve patient outcomes.Using the best available data,it has been shown that routine use of indocyanine green in colorectal surgery reduces the rates of anastomotic leak.The use of indocyanine green is proven to be safe,feasible,and effective in both elective and emergency scenarios.However,additional robust evidence from larger-scale,high-quality studies is essential before incorporating indocyanine green guided surgery into standard practice.展开更多
Bariatric and metabolic surgeries have gained extensive popularity and trust due to their documented efficacy and safety in managing not only obesity but also associated comorbidities such as diabetes mellitus, hypert...Bariatric and metabolic surgeries have gained extensive popularity and trust due to their documented efficacy and safety in managing not only obesity but also associated comorbidities such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, dyslipidemia, sleep apnea, and joint pain. Traditionally, bariatric surgeries have been categorized into hypoabsorptive, restrictive, or hybrid approaches. However, these classifications inadequately reflect the complex anatomical and physiological alterations associated with modern surgical methodologies. This paper explores the evolution of metabolic surgeries, emphasizing the integration of physiological concepts into classic procedures to provide more tailored and effective treatment options for obesity and its comorbidities. Finally, the proposal for a new classification based on current metabolic concepts will facilitate communication among patients, doctors, and healthcare professionals. Additionally, it will enable a more didactic and standardized approach to data collection for conducting studies and publications.展开更多
BACKGROUND Aging is associated with reduced physiological reserves,frailty,sarcopenia,and increases in other comorbidities.Existing studies on prehabilitation showed potential in improving postoperative outcomes but w...BACKGROUND Aging is associated with reduced physiological reserves,frailty,sarcopenia,and increases in other comorbidities.Existing studies on prehabilitation showed potential in improving postoperative outcomes but were heterogeneous.Recommendations are still weak for promoting multimodal prehabilitation before elective colorectal surgery.There is also no recommendation on the best criteria to select patients for prehabilitation.AIM To compare postoperative outcomes in patients with prehabilitation vs those without prior to elective colorectal surgery using propensity score matching(PSM).METHODS This retrospective study was conducted from July 2010 to December 2021 on patients aged≥75 years,or aged≥65 years and frail,and/or had Charlson comorbidity index≥4 who underwent elective colorectal surgery.Perioperative care included a specialized nurse,physiotherapist,dietician,and geriatrician review.Decision for the type of prehabilitation(inpatient,outpatient,or home-based)was made after a joint discussion considering patient’s mobility,caregiver availability,and anticipated compliance to physiotherapy regime.A 2:1 PSM was performed to balance.RESULTS There were 208 patients(prehabilitation:148,no prehabilitation:60)in the unmatched cohort.There were 43.8%who were aged≥80 years,31.7%who were frail,and 43.8%who underwent laparoscopic surgery.Duration of prehabilitation ranged from 2-4 weeks.The overall incidence of major morbidity,30-day mortality,and 1-year mortality were 12.0%,1.9%,and 6.7%,respectively.The PSM group had 144 patients.Prehabilitation was not an independent predictor of major morbidity[odds ratio(OR)=0.84,95%confidence interval(CI):0.30-2.33]and 1-year mortality(OR=1.26,95%CI:0.30-5.28).Subgroup analysis of patients who were not frail(prehabilitation n=79,no prehabilitation n=40)similarly showed that prehabilitation was not an independent predictor of major morbidity(OR=0.75,95%CI:0.26-2.14)and 1-year mortality(OR=1.04,95%CI:0.24-4.55).CONCLUSION Older patients who were not frail did not benefit from prehabilitation.Selection criteria for prehabilitation may be modified to target patients who will better benefit from it.展开更多
BACKGROUND The clinical necessity of routine abdominal drainage following radical gastrectomy remains controversial,particularly under the enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)protocol.ERAS advocates a multimodal peri...BACKGROUND The clinical necessity of routine abdominal drainage following radical gastrectomy remains controversial,particularly under the enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)protocol.ERAS advocates a multimodal perioperative strategy designed to attenuate surgical stress and optimize postoperative convalescence.AIM To evaluate the necessity of abdominal drainage tube placement following radical gastrectomy in the context of ERAS protocols.METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted by searching PubMed,EMBASE,Cochrane Library,Web of Science,China National Knowledge Infrastructure,Wanfang,VIP Information,and SinoMed databases for randomized controlled trials comparing outcomes of abdominal drainage vs no drainage after gastrectomy under ERAS protocols.Primary outcomes included time to gastrointestinal function recovery,drainage tube removal time,postoperative complication rates,and length of hospital stay.Review Manager 5.4 was used for statistical analysis,and heterogeneity was assessed using the I2 statistic.RESULTS A total of 21 randomized controlled trials involving 1652 patients were included.Compared with routine abdominal drainage,the ERAS group without drainage showed significantly faster gastrointestinal recovery[standardized mean difference=-1.30,95%confidence interval(CI):-1.66 to-0.94,P<0.00001]and shorter hospital stay(standardized mean difference=-1.37,95%CI:-1.86 to-0.88,P<0.00001).The incidence of total postoperative complications was also significantly lower(odds ratio=0.53,95%CI:0.40-0.70,P<0.00001),particularly for anastomotic leakage and pulmonary infection.No significant differences were observed in surgical site infections or urinary tract infections.Sensitivity and subgroup analyses indicated stability of results,although some heterogeneity was noted.CONCLUSION Avoiding routine abdominal drainage under ERAS could lead to faster recovery,reduced complications,and shorter hospital stay following radical gastrectomy,supporting the selective use of drainage rather than routine.展开更多
BACKGROUND Thirst management in convalescent patients recovering from a digestive surgery performed under general anesthesia requires attention.A simple,practical,and safe method can effectively relieve thirst symptom...BACKGROUND Thirst management in convalescent patients recovering from a digestive surgery performed under general anesthesia requires attention.A simple,practical,and safe method can effectively relieve thirst symptoms in such patients.AIM To evaluate the enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)-based evidence-based care(EBC)plus ice stimulation therapy for thirst management of convalescent patients following digestive surgery performed under general anesthesia.METHODS A total of 191 patients convalescing after digestive surgery performed under general anesthesia between March 2020 and February 2023 and experiencing thirst were selected.In total,89 patients and 102 patients in the control and research groups received routine care and ERAS-based EBC plus ice stimulation therapy,respectively.The following data were comparatively analyzed:(1)Thirst degree(thirst intensity numerical rating scale)and thirst distress(TD)degree(TD scale);(2)Oral mucosal wetness;(3)Unstimulated whole salivary flow rate(UWSFR);(4)Adverse reactions(palpitation,fatigue,chapped lips,and nausea and vomiting);and(5)Nursing satisfaction.RESULTS After nursing,thirst degree and distress were statistically lower in the research group than in the control group.Additionally,compared with the control group,the research group exhibited a lower degree of oral mucosal wetness,higher UWSFR,fewer adverse reactions,and more total nursing satisfaction.CONCLUSION ERAS-based EBC plus ice stimulation therapy can effectively alleviate thirst in convalescent patients recovering from a digestive surgery performed under general anesthesia.It can alleviate xerostomia symptoms,reduce adverse reactions,and improve patient comfort.展开更多
文摘BACKGROUND There has been an increasing focus in recent years on health-care disparities.Studies investigating return to work(RTW)or sports are often performed in large,urban areas.Relatively few studies have investigated rates of return to farming or other heavy labor that is of interest to patients in rural areas.AIM To evaluate the literature regarding RTW in farming or heavy labor after orthopedic hip,knee,or shoulder surgery.METHODS A search was performed in the PubMed and EMBASE databases using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines.Studies were included if they reported patients employed in farming or heavy labor,RTW rates after orthopedic surgery of the hip,knee,or shoulder,and had a minimum 6-month follow-up.A meta-analysis of proportions using a random-effects model was performed on three single-arm observational studies to estimate the pooled RTW rate following arthroscopic shoulder surgery.RESULTS Ten studies were included,and 101 farmers were identified among 440 total patients.One study involved hip surgery,two studies involved knee surgery,and seven studies involved shoulder surgery.RTW rates across studies varied by type of surgery and follow-up interval,ranging from 24%to 100%.The RTW rate was only 53.6%at 1 year following total hip arthroplasty.No studies investigated RTW in farmers following total knee arthroplasty.Among non-comparative studies,meta-analysis revealed a pooled RTW rate of 89%following arthroscopic shoulder surgery,with low heterogeneity(I^(2)=30.1%).Among comparative studies,one study reported significantly higher RTW odds for patients undergoing anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty compared to reverse shoulder arthroplasty(odds ratio=5.45).Overall,surgical intervention for shoulder pathology was associated with a high likelihood of RTW across multiple techniques,with particularly favorable outcomes for anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty.CONCLUSION This systematic review highlights the high rates of RTW in farmers and heavy laborers after shoulder surgery.However,our findings also underscore the need for more rural-specific research to guide patient counseling,rehabilitation expectations,and shared decision-making in this underserved population,particularly for orthopedic surgery of the hip and knee.
基金Supported by 2025 Henan Medical Education Research Project,No.WJLX2025038.
文摘BACKGROUND Gastrointestinal(GI)tumors are among the most prevalent malignancies,and surgical intervention remains a primary treatment modality.However,the complexity of GI surgery often leads to prolonged recovery and high postoperative complication rates,which threaten patient safety and functional outcomes.Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)principles have been shown to improve perioperative outcomes through evidence-based,multidisciplinary care pathways.Despite its widespread adoption,there is a paucity of research focusing specifically on optimizing ERAS-guided nursing processes in the post-anesthesia care unit(PACU)and evaluating its impact on perioperative safety in patients undergoing GI tumor surgery.This study aimed to investigate whether an ERASbased PACU nursing protocol could enhance recovery,reduce complications,and improve patient safety in this surgical population.AIM To explore the impact of optimizing the recovery room nursing process based on ERAS on the perioperative safety of patients with GI tumors.METHODS A total of 260 patients with GI tumors who underwent elective surgeries under general anesthesia in our hospital from August 2023 to August 2025 and were then observed in the recovery unit(PACU)were selected.They were randomly divided into the observation group(the PACU nursing process was optimized based on ERAS)and the control group(the conventional PACU nursing process was adopted)by the random number grouping method,with 130 cases in each group.The time of gastric tube removal,urinary catheter removal,defecation time,hospital stay,time of leaving the room after tube removal,retention time in the recovery room,occurrence of complications,satisfaction and readmission rate were compared between the two groups after entering the room.Compare the occurrence of adverse events in the PACU nursing process between the two groups.RESULTS The time of gastric tube removal,urinary catheter removal,defecation time,hospital stay,retention time in the recovery room,total incidence of complications and readmission rate in the observation group were significantly lower than those in the control group,and the satisfaction rate was higher than that in the control group(P<0.05).The occurrence of adverse events in the PACU nursing process in the observation group was lower than that in the control group(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Optimizing the PACU nursing process based on ERAS can effectively accelerate the recovery process of patients undergoing GI tumor surgery,reduce adverse events,improve nursing satisfaction,and at the same time,lower the incidence of adverse events in the PACU nursing process,providing a more refined management basis for clinical practice.
文摘AIM:To assess the visual acuity and visual quality of cataract patients who received femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery(FLACS)and multifocal intraocular lens(MIOL)implantation with an improved polishing technique during a 1-year follow-up period.METHODS:This study included 74 eyes from 37 patients,comprising 17 males and 20 females,with a mean age of 51.74±7.80 years.Using a coin toss method,one eye per patient was randomly selected for improved anterior capsular polishing,while the other eye received standard irrigation/aspiration(I/A)polishing.The polishing group consisted of 37 eyes,including 21 right and 16 left eyes,while the control group comprised the contralateral fellow eyes of the same individuals in the polishing group.Visual acuity and quality of the patients were evaluated before surgery and at 1 wk,1,6,and 12 mo after surgery.The OPD-Scan III was utilized to assess high-order aberrations,while the optical quality analysis system(OQAS)was employed to evaluate modulation transfer function(MTF cutoff),Strehl ratio(SR),and objective scatter index(OSI)for the purpose of visual quality assessment.Paired t-tests and repeated measures analysis of variance(ANOVA)were utilized to compare the results,and the SNK-q post hoc test was applied to identify significant differences.RESULTS:The polishing group’s uncorrected distant visual acuity(UDVA)and uncorrected near visual acuity(UNVA)significantly improved 1-week post-surgery(all P<0.05).At 12-months,UDVA,UNVA,and corrected distant visual acuity(CDVA)were better than the control group(P<0.05).The MTF cutoff,SR,OSI,and high-order aberrations in the polishing group also showed significant improvements compared to the control group at 12 mo(P<0.05).CONCLUSION:The improved capsular polishing method has been demonstrated to effectively maintain visual acuity and visual quality in patients with MIOL after FLACS within 1 a.
文摘AIM:To investigate the long-term outcomes in acute primary angle closure(APAC)patients treated with lens extraction(LE)surgery and to identify risk factors for glaucomatous optic neuropathy(GON).METHODS:In this longitudinal observational study,detailed medical histories of APAC patients and comprehensive ophthalmic examinations at final followup were collected.Logistic regression analysis was performed to identify predictors of blindness.Univariate and multivariate linear regression analyses were conducted to determine risk factors associated with visual outcomes.RESULTS:This study included 39 affected eyes of 31 subjects(26 females)with an average age of 74.1±8.0y.At 6.7±4.2y after APAC attack,2(5.7%)eyes had bestcorrected visual acuity(VA)worse than 3/60.Advanced glaucomatous visual field loss was observed in 15(39.5%)affected eyes and 5(25.0%)fellow eyes.Nine affected eyes(23.7%)had GON,and 11(28.9%)were blind.Six(15.4%)affected eyes and 2(9.1%)fellow eyes had suspicious progression.A significantly higher blindness rate in factory workers compared to office workers.Logistic regression identified that worse VA at attack(OR 10.568,95%CI 1.288-86.695;P=0.028)and worse early postoperative VA(OR 13.214,95%CI 1.157-150.881;P=0.038)were risk factors for blindness.Multivariate regression showed that longer duration of elevated intraocular pressure(P=0.004)and worse early postoperative VA(P=0.009)were associated with worse visual outcomes.CONCLUSION:Despite LE surgery,some APAC patients experience continued visual function deterioration.Lifelong monitoring is necessary.Target pressure and progression rates should be re-evaluated during follow-up.
文摘Herein,we describe a case of robotic duodenum-preserving pancreatic head resection(DPPHR)performed on a 21-monthold male infant(weight:13 kg;body mass index:18.87 kg/m^(2))with focal nesidioblastosis,expanding the scope of minimally invasive pediatric hepatobiliary surgery(Fig.1;Video S1).Preoperative positron emission tomography-computed tomography revealed a 23×13 mm neuroendocrine lesion in the pancreatic head,which caused refractory hypoglycemia and necessitated surgical intervention.
文摘1.The development history of enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)is a multimodal perioperative care approach that has evolved over the past 2 decades since its inception.In 1997,Professor Henrik Kehlet,also known as the“father of ERAS”,from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark first proposed the ERAS concept and discovered its clinical feasibility and superiority,achieving remarkable results.ERAS was initially applied in colorectal surgery;subsequently,the concept gradually gained popularity and application worldwide.
文摘BACKGROUND Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)programs provide recommendations for an optimized management of patients undergoing surgery.An ERAS program tailored on surgery for retroperitoneal sarcomas(RPS)may improve patient outcomes and it has still not been established.AIM To determine how an ERAS program tailored to RPS surgery can be agreed upon,structured,and implemented.METHODS Twenty-five candidate items from existing ERAS programs,potentially relevant for RPS surgery,were identified via literature review and expert input.These were included in a questionnaire refined through cognitive interviews and pilot testing.Expert sarcoma surgeons rated each item’s relevance and feasibility on a 6-point scale.The survey was recirculated after one year.Intra-observer reproducibility,inter-observer concordance,and agreement with the modal value of the most experienced participants were analyzed.RESULTS Thirteen sarcoma surgeons from 6 centers participated in the survey.Although surgeons agreed on several items,their overall concordance was low.After recirculating the survey,the intraobserver reproducibility was low.Interestingly,the median concordance with the reference increased for relevance and decreased for feasibility.CONCLUSION Despite interest in ERAS for RPS,surgeon concordance on item relevance and feasibility remains low,underscoring the need for collaborative efforts toward a standardized,consensus-based protocol.
文摘Laparoscopic and endoscopic cooperative surgery(LECS)is a hybrid minimally invasive technique originally developed for treatment of gastric submucosal tumors.Several modifications of LECS—including inverted LECS,non-exposed endoscopic wall-inversion surgery,and closed LECS have evolved over a period of time to address the earlier concerns about peritoneal contamination and tumor seeding.These innovations have led to the application of combined laparoendoscopic techniques to several gastrointestinal(GI)lesions such as the duodenum,colon,and rectum.This minireview explores the evolution,current applications,and future potential of laparoendoscopic surgery in GI diseases.
基金Supported by Universiti Sains Malaysia,Short-Term Grant,No.R501-LR-RND002-0000000342-0000.
文摘BACKGROUND Current guidelines recommend providing malnourished individuals immunonutrition before major gastrointestinal surgery.Nonetheless,the advantages of preoperative immunonutrition remain controversial.AIM To analyses the effects of preoperative immunonutrition and standard oral nutrition supplements on colorectal surgery outcomes.METHODS This study employed a prospective single-center randomized double-blinded comparative approach and was conducted at Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia between September 2023 and September 2024.In this study,the participants in the experimental group were supplied with a specialized oral supplement enriched with immune-modulating nutrients.Meanwhile,a conventional oral nutrition supplement was provided to the control group.The time to first flatus and the time to first bowel evacuation were the primary outcomes recorded.Incidence of nosocomial infections,surgical site infections,and the total length of hospital stay were considered secondary data.RESULTS This study involved 58 patients who were allocated into two groups.No dropouts were documented.The mean age of the participants was 61.20±12.96,and most were males(63.38%).All participants’baseline and surgical characteristics in both arms were also generally comparable.The participants in this study underwent colorectal surgery,where most had laparoscopic surgery(58%).Based on the results,no significant statistical differences were observed regarding the duration from the first flatus to the first bowel evacuation,the onset of a normal diet,and hospital stay between the experimental and control groups.Both groups also recorded 10(17.24%)infectious complications.CONCLUSION The findings indicated no notable variations in the primary and secondary endpoints despite the theoretical benefits of immune-modulating nutrients.Conclusively,routine preoperative immunonutrition may not provide additional advantages over standard nutrition in this demographic.
文摘Upper gastrointestinal(UGI)endoscopy has become increasingly popular with the recent advancements in technology and the increase of minimally invasive techniques.UGI endoscopy is indicated for diagnostic,staging,and therapeutic purposes and significantly influences the management of patients with a spectrum of foregut diseases,including esophageal and gastric malignancies,achalasia,and gastroesophageal reflux disease.There is growing evidence that intraoperative UGI endoscopy can be a useful adjunct and a powerful tool to enhance tumor localization,offering a direct evaluation of the surgical reconstruction and identifying potential sources of postoperative complications.However,its widespread utilization has been limited by concerns over cost,accessibility,and sufficient training and expertise.The aim of the current study was to review and elaborate on the available literature while presenting our experience in an academic institution specializing in esophagogastric surgery with intraoperative UGI endoscopy.We focused on the indications,added benefits,and related complications.
文摘BACKGROUND Enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)guidelines have been established for multiple types of adult surgeries.However,ERAS guidelines tailored to pediatric surgeries remain to be developed.AIM To evaluate the clinical outcomes of ERAS protocols in pediatric laparoscopic Meckel’s diverticulum resection.METHODS This retrospective cohort study analyzed 78 consecutive pediatric cases treated between January 2017 and March 2025.Patients were divided into:Traditional care group(n=38):January 2017-December 2020;ERAS protocol group(n=40):January 2021-March 2025.We compared perioperative outcomes,including clinical recovery parameters and laboratory markers,to assess protocol efficacy.RESULTS All procedures were completed laparoscopically by the same surgical team without conversion.Baseline characteristics,including demographics,diverticulum location,and intraoperative parameters(operative time,blood loss),were comparable between groups(all P>0.05).The ERAS protocol demonstrated significantly shorter postoperative length of stay(7.55±1.52 days vs 10.40±3.59 days,P<0.001)while complication rates were numerically lower in the ERAS group(17.50%vs 13.16%,P=0.595).Additional benefits of ERAS implementation included:Reduced intravenous fluid requirements(5.00 mL/kg/hour vs 8.00 mL/kg/hour),accelerated gastrointestinal recovery(first flatus:2.00 days vs 3.00 days),lower pain scores(P<0.001),earlier total enteral nutrition achievement(5.00 days vs 6.50 days)and shorter intravenous therapy duration(6.00 days vs 8.00 days;all P<0.001).ERAS patients also showed reduced drainage utilization(P<0.05)and improved inflammatory marker profiles postoperatively[neutrophils:(5.98±2.02)×10^(9)/L vs(8.01±3.98)×10^(9)/L];median Creactive protein:13.6 mg/L 7 vs 19.63 mg/L).Glycemic control was superior in the ERAS group despite higher induction levels(both P<0.05).Parental satisfaction(92.50%vs 86.84%)and 30-day readmission rates(2.50%vs 2.63%)showed no significant differences.CONCLUSION ERAS protocols safely optimize recovery in children undergoing laparoscopic Meckel’s diverticulum resection,significantly reducing length of stay while improving pain management and overall clinical outcomes.These findings support the adoption of ERAS in pediatric intestinal surgery.
基金supported by the Neurosurgery Pain Research Institute at Johns Hopkins University and by the Lehner Family Foundation.
文摘Chronic pain after spine surgery(CPSS)is a complex disorder characterized by multifactorial pathogenesis that occurs in 8%–40%of patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery.We aimed to develop a rat model that mimics clinical CPSS conditions by taking two sequential surgical procedures.Step 1:A plastic rod was inserted into the left L5 intervertebral foramen to produce a steady compression on the dorsal root ganglion(DRG)and the spinal nerve,a common cause of low back pain(LBP).Step 2:The rod was removed after 7 days when rats exhibited mechanical and heat hypersensitivity in the ipsilateral hindpaw,followed by a full L5 laminectomy to mimic spine decompression surgery in LBP patients.The retention of the rod induced a prolonged LBP-like behavior but was quickly resolved after rod removal without laminectomy.However,rats that received laminectomy after rod removal developed heightened mechanical and heat sensitivity in the hindpaw,impaired gait,and reduced spontaneous exploration activity,indicating CPSS.Patch clamp recording revealed a significant augmentation in the intrinsic excitability of smalldiameter DRG neurons in CPSS rats.Administration of Dermorphin[D-Arg2,Lys4](1–4)amide(DALDA,5mg/kg,i.p.),a peripherally acting mu-opioid receptor(MOR)-preferred agonist,attenuated pain hypersensitivity,capsaicin-induced[Ca^(2+)]i rising and the increased intrinsic excitability of DRG neurons from CPSS rats.Our findings suggest that this new model,which mirrors the nature of CPSS developed in patients,may be useful for future studies of the underlying mechanisms.
文摘AIM: To study the implementation of an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program at a large University Hospital from “pilot study” to “standard of care”.
文摘BACKGROUND Although the 2021 Chinese Clinical Practice Guidelines for Enhanced Recovery after Surgery(ERAS)provide recommendations for ERAS in gastrointestinal surgery,the clinical application of standard ERAS nursing models is challenging due to the variety of diseases involved in gastrointestinal surgery and the com-plex factors contributing to patient stress responses.Moreover,stress responses are more severe in older adult patients.Therefore,precision medicine is required to improve the quality of nursing care and promote postoperative recovery in gastrointestinal surgery.and demonstrate nursing benefits through clinical practice.METHODS This randomized clinical trial first established an evidence-based nursing ERAS protocol in older adult patients based on literature related to perioperative nursing measures for gastrointestinal surgery stress response.Next,392 older adult patients who underwent gastrointestinal surgery and were admitted to our hospital between December 2021 and June 2023 were categorized into two groups to receive evidence-based(study group)or conventional(control group)ERAS nursing models,respectively.Intraoperative physiological parameters during surgery and postoperative recovery indicators were compared between the groups.RESULTS Among 64 domestic and international studies,the stress responses of older adult patients mainly included emotional anxiety,sleep disorders,gastrointestinal discomfort,physical weakness,pain,and swelling.The appropriate nursing interventions included comprehensive psychological counseling,pre-and postoperative nutritional support,temperature control,pain management,and rehabilitation training.Compared with the control group,the study group showed lower heart rate,mean arterial pressure,blood glucose level,and adrenaline level;shorter duration of drainage tube placement,time to first flatus,time to first ambulation,and postoperative hospital stay;lower anxiety scores on postoperative day 3;and lower incidences of postoperative infection,obstruction,poor wound healing,and gastrointestinal reactions were lower in the study group(all P<0.05).CONCLUSION The evidence-based nursing measures targeting stress responses based on the conventional ERAS nursing model resulted in stable intraoperative physiological parameters during surgery,promoted postoperative recovery,and reduced the incidence of complications.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province(No.2024J011318No.2024J011321)Fuzhou Science and Technology Program(No.2023-S-005).
文摘Dear Editor,Descemet’s membrane detachment(DMD)is considered as a potential sight-threatening complication following various intraocular surgeries,particularly cataract surgery[1].The labile adhesion between the Descemet’s membrane(DM)and the posterior corneal stromal layer can be easily separated with minimal mechanical force.Several risk factors have been associated with the development of DMD including old age,improper intraoperative operation,corneal ectatic disorders,and endothelial disorders and so on[1-4].
文摘In this editorial we comment on the article by Kalayarasan and co-workers published in the recent issue of the World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery.The authors present an interesting review on the use of indocyanine green fluo-rescence in different aspects of abdominal surgery.They also highlight future perspectives of the use of indocyanine green in mini-invasive surgery.Indo-cyanine green,used for fluorescence imaging,has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration and is safe for use in humans.It can be administered in-travenously or intra-arterially.Since its advent,there have been several advance-ments in the applications of indocyanine green,especially in the surgical field,such as intraoperative mapping and biopsy of sentinel lymph node,measurement of hepatic function prior to resection,in neurosurgical cases to detect vascular anomalies,in cardiovascular cases for patency and assessment of vascular ab-normalities,in predicting healing following amputations,in helping visualization of hepatobiliary anatomy and blood vessels,in reconstructive surgery,to assess flap viability and for the evaluation of tissue perfusion following major trauma and burns.For these reasons,the intraoperative use of indocyanine green has become common in a variety of surgical specialties and transplant surgery.Co-lorectal surgery has just lately begun to adopt this technique,particularly for perfusion visualization to prevent anastomotic leakage.The regular use of in-docyanine green coupled with fluorescence angiography has recently been pro-posed as a feasible tool to help improve patient outcomes.Using the best available data,it has been shown that routine use of indocyanine green in colorectal surgery reduces the rates of anastomotic leak.The use of indocyanine green is proven to be safe,feasible,and effective in both elective and emergency scenarios.However,additional robust evidence from larger-scale,high-quality studies is essential before incorporating indocyanine green guided surgery into standard practice.
文摘Bariatric and metabolic surgeries have gained extensive popularity and trust due to their documented efficacy and safety in managing not only obesity but also associated comorbidities such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, dyslipidemia, sleep apnea, and joint pain. Traditionally, bariatric surgeries have been categorized into hypoabsorptive, restrictive, or hybrid approaches. However, these classifications inadequately reflect the complex anatomical and physiological alterations associated with modern surgical methodologies. This paper explores the evolution of metabolic surgeries, emphasizing the integration of physiological concepts into classic procedures to provide more tailored and effective treatment options for obesity and its comorbidities. Finally, the proposal for a new classification based on current metabolic concepts will facilitate communication among patients, doctors, and healthcare professionals. Additionally, it will enable a more didactic and standardized approach to data collection for conducting studies and publications.
文摘BACKGROUND Aging is associated with reduced physiological reserves,frailty,sarcopenia,and increases in other comorbidities.Existing studies on prehabilitation showed potential in improving postoperative outcomes but were heterogeneous.Recommendations are still weak for promoting multimodal prehabilitation before elective colorectal surgery.There is also no recommendation on the best criteria to select patients for prehabilitation.AIM To compare postoperative outcomes in patients with prehabilitation vs those without prior to elective colorectal surgery using propensity score matching(PSM).METHODS This retrospective study was conducted from July 2010 to December 2021 on patients aged≥75 years,or aged≥65 years and frail,and/or had Charlson comorbidity index≥4 who underwent elective colorectal surgery.Perioperative care included a specialized nurse,physiotherapist,dietician,and geriatrician review.Decision for the type of prehabilitation(inpatient,outpatient,or home-based)was made after a joint discussion considering patient’s mobility,caregiver availability,and anticipated compliance to physiotherapy regime.A 2:1 PSM was performed to balance.RESULTS There were 208 patients(prehabilitation:148,no prehabilitation:60)in the unmatched cohort.There were 43.8%who were aged≥80 years,31.7%who were frail,and 43.8%who underwent laparoscopic surgery.Duration of prehabilitation ranged from 2-4 weeks.The overall incidence of major morbidity,30-day mortality,and 1-year mortality were 12.0%,1.9%,and 6.7%,respectively.The PSM group had 144 patients.Prehabilitation was not an independent predictor of major morbidity[odds ratio(OR)=0.84,95%confidence interval(CI):0.30-2.33]and 1-year mortality(OR=1.26,95%CI:0.30-5.28).Subgroup analysis of patients who were not frail(prehabilitation n=79,no prehabilitation n=40)similarly showed that prehabilitation was not an independent predictor of major morbidity(OR=0.75,95%CI:0.26-2.14)and 1-year mortality(OR=1.04,95%CI:0.24-4.55).CONCLUSION Older patients who were not frail did not benefit from prehabilitation.Selection criteria for prehabilitation may be modified to target patients who will better benefit from it.
文摘BACKGROUND The clinical necessity of routine abdominal drainage following radical gastrectomy remains controversial,particularly under the enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)protocol.ERAS advocates a multimodal perioperative strategy designed to attenuate surgical stress and optimize postoperative convalescence.AIM To evaluate the necessity of abdominal drainage tube placement following radical gastrectomy in the context of ERAS protocols.METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted by searching PubMed,EMBASE,Cochrane Library,Web of Science,China National Knowledge Infrastructure,Wanfang,VIP Information,and SinoMed databases for randomized controlled trials comparing outcomes of abdominal drainage vs no drainage after gastrectomy under ERAS protocols.Primary outcomes included time to gastrointestinal function recovery,drainage tube removal time,postoperative complication rates,and length of hospital stay.Review Manager 5.4 was used for statistical analysis,and heterogeneity was assessed using the I2 statistic.RESULTS A total of 21 randomized controlled trials involving 1652 patients were included.Compared with routine abdominal drainage,the ERAS group without drainage showed significantly faster gastrointestinal recovery[standardized mean difference=-1.30,95%confidence interval(CI):-1.66 to-0.94,P<0.00001]and shorter hospital stay(standardized mean difference=-1.37,95%CI:-1.86 to-0.88,P<0.00001).The incidence of total postoperative complications was also significantly lower(odds ratio=0.53,95%CI:0.40-0.70,P<0.00001),particularly for anastomotic leakage and pulmonary infection.No significant differences were observed in surgical site infections or urinary tract infections.Sensitivity and subgroup analyses indicated stability of results,although some heterogeneity was noted.CONCLUSION Avoiding routine abdominal drainage under ERAS could lead to faster recovery,reduced complications,and shorter hospital stay following radical gastrectomy,supporting the selective use of drainage rather than routine.
文摘BACKGROUND Thirst management in convalescent patients recovering from a digestive surgery performed under general anesthesia requires attention.A simple,practical,and safe method can effectively relieve thirst symptoms in such patients.AIM To evaluate the enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)-based evidence-based care(EBC)plus ice stimulation therapy for thirst management of convalescent patients following digestive surgery performed under general anesthesia.METHODS A total of 191 patients convalescing after digestive surgery performed under general anesthesia between March 2020 and February 2023 and experiencing thirst were selected.In total,89 patients and 102 patients in the control and research groups received routine care and ERAS-based EBC plus ice stimulation therapy,respectively.The following data were comparatively analyzed:(1)Thirst degree(thirst intensity numerical rating scale)and thirst distress(TD)degree(TD scale);(2)Oral mucosal wetness;(3)Unstimulated whole salivary flow rate(UWSFR);(4)Adverse reactions(palpitation,fatigue,chapped lips,and nausea and vomiting);and(5)Nursing satisfaction.RESULTS After nursing,thirst degree and distress were statistically lower in the research group than in the control group.Additionally,compared with the control group,the research group exhibited a lower degree of oral mucosal wetness,higher UWSFR,fewer adverse reactions,and more total nursing satisfaction.CONCLUSION ERAS-based EBC plus ice stimulation therapy can effectively alleviate thirst in convalescent patients recovering from a digestive surgery performed under general anesthesia.It can alleviate xerostomia symptoms,reduce adverse reactions,and improve patient comfort.
