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General Surgery
Items in this Collection
- 3Gill, Richdeep S.
- 2Birch, Daniel W.
- 2Karmali, Shahzeer
- 2White, J.S.
- 1Al-Adra, David P.
- 1Al-Jahdali, Akram
- 1Admissions
- 1Biliary obstruction
- 1Clinical studies
- 1Colorectal cancer
- 1Colorectal operation
- 1Endoscopic revision (StomaphyX)
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2011
Lemay, J.-F., Lockyer, J., White, J.S., Brownell, K.
Background: Although essay questions are used in the admissions process in many medical schools, there has been little research on how applicants respond to essay questions. Aims: The purpose of this study was to explore how applicants to medical school approach essay questions used in the...
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Endoscopic Revision (StomaphyX) versus Formal Surgical Revision (Gastric Bypass) for Failed Vertical Band Gastroplasty
Download2013
Birch, Daniel W., Karmali, Shahzeer, Bolton, Johan, Gill, Richdeep S., Al-Jahdali, Akram, Byrns, Simon, Shi, Xinzhe
Background: Weight regain secondary to VBG pouch dilation is a typical referral for Bariatric surgeons. In this study we compare an endoluminal pouch reduction (Stomaphyx) to RYGB for revision. Methods: A retrospective review was completed for patients with a previous VBG presenting with weight...
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Exploring Surgeons' Perceptions of the Role of Simulation in Surgical Education: A Needs Assessment
Download2011
King, S., Clark, M., Carbonaro, M., White, J.
Background: The last two decades have seen the adoption of simulation-based surgical education in various disciplines. The current study’s goal was to perform a needs assessment using the results to inform future curricular planning and needs of surgeons and learners. Methods: A survey was...
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Providone-Iodine Irrigation of Subcutaneous Tissues May Decrease Surgical Site Infections in Elective Colorectal Operations: A Systematic Review
Download2011-06-01
Gill, Richdeep S., Olson, David W., Rowe, Brian H., Campbell, Sandy, Al-Adra, David P.
Background: Postoperative wound infection is the most common complication following abdominal surgery and leads to delayed wound healing, prolonged hospital length of stay (LOS), and causes morbidity. Povidone-Iodine (PVI) is a broad-spectrum anti-septic and disinfectant solution, and can be used...
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2012
Birch, Daniel W., Gill, Richdeep S., Karmali, Shahzeer, Whitlock, Kevin
Obesity has become a major issue for healthcare providers as its prevalence continues to increase throughout the world. The literature suggests that increased body mass index (BMI) is associated with the development of certain cancers such as colorectal cancer (CRC). Consequently, CRC surgeons...
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The probiotic bacterium Lactobacillus plantarum species 299 reduces intestinal permeability in experimental biliary obstruction
Download2006
Hoper, M., Bengmark, S., Parks, R.W., Diamond, T., Clements, W.D.B., White, J.S.
Aims: Extrahepatic biliary obstruction is associated with the failure of intestinal barrier function, allowing bacteria and other substances from the intestine to enter the circulation and initiate a systemic inflammatory response, causing impairment of organ function. Probiotic bacteria have...