Articles tagged with Surgery
Researchers discovered that GLP-2 analogs reshape the intestinal environment by expanding villi and crypts, increasing regulatory T cells, and improving nutrient absorption. This breakthrough offers new hope for patients with short bowel syndrome and potentially benefits immunocompromised individuals.
A nationwide study analyzed data from over 2019 trauma patients treated at Level III or non-trauma centers and found that older age, public insurance, and lower designations are strong predictors of non-transfer to necessary higher-level care. The study highlights the need for strengthened trauma systems to ensure all patients receive ...
A new study suggests that being overweight (BMI 25–29.9) may actually be protective in the short term after surgery for older adults, with a 0.8% 30-day all-cause mortality rate compared to 18.8% for those with normal BMI.
A new benchmark for hospital quality aims to identify areas for improvement by tracking older adult patient discharges to post-acute care facilities. The study found that 11.2% of patients were discharged to these facilities, with high and low outliers identified among hospitals.
Researchers evaluated clinical outcomes of endoscopic resection in sellar chondrosarcomas, revealing common symptoms like blurring of vision and headaches. The study also provides recommendations for accurate diagnosis using imaging data and clinical features.
The study found a significant reduction in mortality while waiting for a new heart, despite increased waiting times. Technological advances and improved healthcare practices are credited with the improvements.
Mount Sinai will provide orthopedics, sports medicine, emergency medicine, and musculoskeletal radiology services to world's top tennis stars. The institution has partnered with the USTA for 13 years, promoting health and wellness, preventing injuries, and catering to diverse populations.
The Congress of Neurological Surgeons has issued its first comprehensive guidelines on the care of adults with functioning pituitary adenomas (FPA), a prevalent and complex condition. The guidelines mark a pivotal step in standardizing care, optimizing patient outcomes, and promoting multidisciplinary coordination.
NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center has been recognized as a mitral valve repair reference center by the Mitral Foundation for three consecutive years. The award highlights the institution's commitment to delivering high-quality care and advancing best practices in surgical treatment of mitral valve disease.
A study led by Lancaster University found that social and environmental factors impact a patient's physical readiness for surgery. Patients from socioeconomically deprived areas tend to have lower cardiorespiratory fitness, which can lead to poorer surgical outcomes.
A new study suggests that using glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) before surgery can help control blood sugar and support weight loss, potentially improving surgical outcomes. The medication was not associated with increased risk in 12 studies reporting postoperative outcomes.
The new book Spinal Surgery Biomechanics: Principles for Residents offers a comprehensive exploration of core biomechanical concepts essential for mastering spinal surgical procedures. It bridges the gap between theory and practice, providing a biomechanical framework that supports surgical planning and patient safety.
A recent study reveals that surgeons in the United States have a disproportionately high mortality rate compared to other highly educated professionals, including nonsurgeon physicians. The study suggests that factors such as work environment and lifestyle may contribute to this disparity.
The American College of Chest Physicians has released a clinical guideline on the management of patients with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. The guideline provides evidence-based recommendations for primary treatment and outlines three flowchart graphs outlining the recommended course of treatment based on patient risk. These ...
The Mount Sinai Hospital has been listed among the nation's top 20 hospitals for care excellence by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26, with top-10 rankings in five specialties and top-20 rankings in nine. The hospital was also rated High Performing in all 22 procedures and conditions assessed by U.S. News.
The 250,000-square-foot facility provides greater availability to high-quality integrated care, addressing the region's increasing demand for innovative diagnostic and treatment services. The pavilion brings together a broad range of nationally ranked clinical programs, including cancer clinics, neurology, and surgery.
A new expert consensus provides clinical data and surgical experience to offer standardized recommendations for soft tissue management during second-stage implant procedures. The consensus offers a decision-making roadmap to improve long-term implant outcomes, reducing complications and improving aesthetics.
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons found that older adults with serious illness before undergoing elective surgery had significantly longer hospital stays, higher rates of readmissions, and almost double the yearly costs of healthcare compared to their counterparts. Depression was found to be a signifi...
A large clinical study found that high-tech oxygen level monitoring during heart surgery did not lower the risk of serious complications afterward. Fewer pneumonia cases were reported in patients with advanced monitoring, but this difference may have been coincidental.
A contemporary cohort study found a low risk of isolated locoregional recurrence (5.6%) at 10.1 years follow-up for young women diagnosed with breast cancer under 40. Surgical decision-making should not be influenced by concerns about long-term risk.
A new study developed an innovative dynamic biomarker system to identify 'tipping points' in thyroid cancer progression and subtypes. The system, TCPSLevel, captures early-warning molecular signals and outperforms traditional staging in identifying high-risk individuals.
The study explores the technological evolution of surgical robots and their current clinical applications. Surgical robots have addressed challenges in operating within small anatomical spaces, improving medical efficiency, but also increasing costs and complexity of operations.
A survey from the Orlando Health Spine Center found that Americans often opt for short-term relief methods such as rest (44%), over-the-counter pain relievers (42%), and hot/cold therapies (29%) when dealing with neck and back pain. In contrast, only 5% consider surgery as a top option for pain relief.
A new study reveals that at least 160 million patients annually are unable to receive surgery, with LMICs bearing the brunt of the crisis. The report emphasizes the need for urgent investment and highlights key recommendations to strengthen essential services for tomorrow's needs.
Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have developed a safe and effective fluorescent imaging agent that can assist surgeons in visualizing nerves during head and neck surgery. The agent, bevonescein, allows for intraoperative nerve-specific fluorescence visualization, reducing the risk of nerve injury.
The collaboration aims to develop a predictive, high-fidelity AI model that identifies disease mechanisms and predicts patient outcomes. This initiative will focus on cancer but may expand to other complex medical challenges, such as transplant rejection and immunology.
A new study identifies postoperative delirium as a preventable complication affecting roughly one in 30 older adult patients, significantly increasing their risk for poor outcomes. Simple cost-effective strategies can curb downstream costs and suffering associated with this condition.
A Mayo Clinic team developed an AI system that can automatically identify surgical incisions and flag signs of infection in patient-submitted photos. The model achieved high accuracy in detecting incisions and identifying infections, with potential to streamline communication between patients and their care teams.
Researchers compared CECS and EES techniques for treating giant and irregular pituitary tumors. The study found that CECS resulted in a higher gross tumor removal rate (66%) and lower postoperative bleeding rates compared to EES.
A study published in Chinese Neurosurgical Journal found that the Neuroform Atlas stent-assisted coiling procedure is safe and effective for treating intracranial aneurysms in arteries less than 2.5 mm in diameter, with favorable outcomes and low postoperative complication rates.
Researchers developed an in-silico meta-analysis tool to determine optimal laser irradiation conditions for treating nevus of Ota. The study found that picosecond laser treatment demonstrated higher efficacy and equivalent safety compared to nanosecond laser treatment.
A new drug developed by UNM researchers enables surgeons to better see nerves during surgery, improving safety and efficiency. The Phase 3 trial is currently underway and aims to assess whether the imaging agent improves overall surgical outcomes.
A new study by Mass General Brigham found that hospitals that implemented improved recovery protocols saw a significant decrease in patients' long-term opioid use. The research suggests that minimizing opioid exposure during and after surgery can help reduce the risk of addiction.
SURGhub has transformed surgical education in low-resource and conflict-affected regions by reaching over 19,000 healthcare workers with high-quality training. The platform's accessibility and culturally relevant content are bridging a gap that has left millions without access to safe surgical care when needed.
Researchers found that 2.7% of 70-year-old women had meningiomas, a type of tumor on the meninges outside the brain tissue. The study emphasizes the importance of diligence and careful consideration in managing these tumors, which are often benign and grow slowly.
Researchers at MD Anderson have made significant breakthroughs in cancer treatment, including improved outcomes for elderly patients with IDH-mutant AML who are not eligible for intensive chemotherapy. Additionally, new targeted therapies have been approved as frontline treatments, while pre-surgical radiation therapy may offer an alte...
A new analysis of published data finds no association between pre-surgery fasting and post-procedure vomiting, contradicting long-standing recommendations. Research included 801 patients in experimental groups and 990 control group patients, with results showing that aspiration pneumonia is rare.
A new risk calculator, Clue Post-Surgery VTE Risk Instrument, has been developed to reduce unnecessary overtreatment and undertreatment of postoperative venous thromboembolism and bleeding risks. The tool uses just four inputs and provides evidence-based decisions for clinicians and patients.
This study evaluated the surgical outcomes of median sternotomy (MST) in treating intrathoracic tracheal malignancies, with MST providing superior surgical exposure and results in fewer complications. MST was found to preserve vascular integrity, protect the left recurrent laryngeal nerve, and achieve longer resectable tracheal lengths.
A geostationary satellite has been used to perform robotic surgeries in remote areas, overcoming the limitation of 5G telesurgery's limited coverage radius and high latency. The technology expands a single surgical robot's service radius from 5,000 km to 150,000 km.
A new research model projects long-term performance differences between biologic, synthetic, and long-acting resorbable meshes. The study found that long-acting resorbable meshes outperformed others in terms of time-to-recurrence, but came at a higher cost.
A nationwide study reveals that Black, Hispanic, and Asian/Pacific Islander patients face significantly higher costs for emergency surgeries compared to white patients. Converting just 10% of emergency procedures to planned surgeries could save $1.8 billion annually.
A randomized controlled trial found similar neurocognitive outcomes after noncardiac surgery with either a hypotension-avoidance or hypertension-avoidance strategy. The study of 2,603 patients showed no significant difference in postoperative delirium and one-year cognitive decline between the two groups.
Sustained midlife weight loss was associated with lower chronic disease incidence and decreased all-cause mortality. The study's findings suggest that maintaining a healthy weight during middle age can have long-term health benefits.
Researchers have developed a novel surgical technique to implant multiple tissue grafts in the eye's retina, expanding treatment options for dry AMD. The new method, which maintains eye pressure during graft insertion, promotes photoreceptor survival and regeneration of the choriocapillaris.
Surgeons at Mount Sinai performed the world's first heart-liver-kidney triple organ transplants in New York State, with two patients making full recoveries after the surgeries. The procedures were led by Anelechi Anyanwu and Sander S. Florman and represent a significant milestone in complex organ transplantation.
A large randomized clinical trial found that testosterone gel did not improve long-distance mobility outcomes for older women after a hip fracture. Supervised exercise, however, showed significant functional improvements and enhanced mobility.
A cohort study found that long-term survival was similar among patients with low-risk early-stage cervical carcinoma who underwent simple, modified, or radical hysterectomy. These findings support the use of simple hysterectomy in select patients.
This study identified paravalvular leak (PVL) in 8.1% of surgical aortic valve replacement cases, with the majority being mild in severity. PVL was most frequently observed at the mid-portion of the right coronary cusp and showed significant correlations with calcification sites on the preprocedural aortic valve.
A propensity score matching analysis reveals that video-assisted thoracoscopy with two-lung ventilation and CO2 insufflation in primary spontaneous pneumothorax does not increase the risk of recurrence and instead reduces anesthesia time.
A retrospective analysis from the National Center for Respiratory Medicine found that off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting combined with pulmonary resection is safe during the perioperative period, reducing postoperative complications and hospitalization costs. This treatment method provides a new option for lung cancer patients wi...
The study found that the uniportal approach reduced postoperative symptom burden and produced better clinical outcomes in patients undergoing sub-lobar resection. Uniportal lobectomy was previously known to have a lower symptom burden compared to multiportal lobectomy.
Researchers investigated the effectiveness of CCS-MVR in treating functional mitral regurgitation and degenerative mitral valve disease. The study found that this procedure can reduce left ventricle volumes while sparing the apparatus, suggesting its potential as a long-term treatment option.
Research found that GLP-1 receptor agonists significantly reduced the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events. Treatment with these medications after bariatric surgery was associated with a 67% lower risk of major adverse cardiovascular events or death.
Researchers identified IMSVs as a key factor in determining longitudinal and transverse positional indications for sublobar resection in patients with clinical T1a–bN0 NSCLC. Depth ratio and lesion proximity to IMSVs were critical factors for successful anatomical sublobar resection.
Mitral valve repair is a viable option for RHD patients requiring reintervention after PMBC, offering good early outcomes and long-term durability. Careful preoperative evaluation is crucial to prioritize surgical mitral valve repair over replacement for better prognosis.
Researchers found that GLP-1 receptor agonists have a direct effect on reducing obesity-related cancer beyond weight-loss, with a 41% lower relative risk compared to bariatric surgery. The study also suggests that these medications work through multiple mechanisms, including reducing inflammation.
The study highlights the need for optimal outcomes in primary surgical correction, with age being a critical factor. The use of multiple bars is advocated to alleviate chronic pain in adult patients, but may be associated with higher complication rates.
This study demonstrates the benefits of electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePROs) in improving symptom control and reducing symptom interference for surgical patients. The findings show that ePROs can lead to lower composite scores and better symptom reports for fatigue, distress, and other symptoms.
A study published in Nature Communications identifies fibromodulin as a protein that forms a complex with interleukin 1β to stop myofibroblasts from forming excessive scar tissue. This finding could lead to a new way to reduce or prevent excessive scarring, benefiting patients recovering from surgery, injuries, or burns.