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View article: Coaching in Surgical Residency: What Do Residents Want?
Coaching in Surgical Residency: What Do Residents Want? Open
Purpose: Coaching provides an avenue to review individualized feedback and develop strategies to improve performance, yet structured coaching programs in surgical residencies remain limited. Methods: We conducted a survey-based needs asses…
View article: Factors impacting informed decision-making for patients with pancreatic cancer: a qualitative study
Factors impacting informed decision-making for patients with pancreatic cancer: a qualitative study Open
View article: Patient-Reported Outcomes During Neoadjuvant Therapy for Gastrointestinal Cancer and Their Association with Postoperative Complications
Patient-Reported Outcomes During Neoadjuvant Therapy for Gastrointestinal Cancer and Their Association with Postoperative Complications Open
View article: Characterizing surveillance-associated anxiety following curative-intent surgery for gastrointestinal cancer: a mixed methods approach
Characterizing surveillance-associated anxiety following curative-intent surgery for gastrointestinal cancer: a mixed methods approach Open
Purpose Imaging is often an essential component of cancer surveillance following curative-intent surgery but can be distressing for some patients. While this phenomenon has been studied among patients undergoing active cancer treatment and…
View article: ASO Visual Abstract: The Role of Specialty Palliative Care in Elective Surgical Oncology—A Systematic Review
ASO Visual Abstract: The Role of Specialty Palliative Care in Elective Surgical Oncology—A Systematic Review Open
View article: <i>TWIST1</i> mediated transcriptional activation of <i>SPON2</i> drives colorectal peritoneal metastasis through activation of cancer-associated fibroblast signaling network
<i>TWIST1</i> mediated transcriptional activation of <i>SPON2</i> drives colorectal peritoneal metastasis through activation of cancer-associated fibroblast signaling network Open
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related mortality in the United States. Peritoneal metastasis (PM), a malignant dissemination within the peritoneal cavity, affects …
View article: An Open-label, Randomized Study of Melphalan/Hepatic Delivery System Versus Best Alternative Care in Patients with Unresectable Metastatic Uveal Melanoma
An Open-label, Randomized Study of Melphalan/Hepatic Delivery System Versus Best Alternative Care in Patients with Unresectable Metastatic Uveal Melanoma Open
View article: Understanding the mechanism behind preoperative exercise therapy in patients with gastrointestinal cancers: a prospective randomized clinical trial
Understanding the mechanism behind preoperative exercise therapy in patients with gastrointestinal cancers: a prospective randomized clinical trial Open
The trial was registered at Clinicaltrials.gov (NCT04602026) on 20/10/2020.
View article: The Role of Specialty Palliative Care in Elective Surgical Oncology: A Systematic Review
The Role of Specialty Palliative Care in Elective Surgical Oncology: A Systematic Review Open
Background Unlike advanced cancer populations, for whom early and routine specialty palliative care (PC) referral has demonstrated clear benefits for quality of life and symptom control, evidence supporting PC for patients undergoing curat…
View article: The impact of neoadjuvant therapy in patients with left-sided resectable pancreatic cancer: an international multicenter study
The impact of neoadjuvant therapy in patients with left-sided resectable pancreatic cancer: an international multicenter study Open
View article: Early Palliative Care Following Aborted Cancer Surgery: Results of a Prospective Feasibility Trial
Early Palliative Care Following Aborted Cancer Surgery: Results of a Prospective Feasibility Trial Open
Background: Although resection is generally necessary for curative-intent treatment of most solid organ cancers, surgery is occasionally aborted due to intraoperative findings. Following aborted cancer surgery, patients have unique care ne…
View article: Serum MUC5AC Predicts Recurrence in Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Patients on Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
Serum MUC5AC Predicts Recurrence in Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Patients on Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Open
Background: We explored the potential value of serum MUC5AC (sMUC5AC) as a biomarker to guide perioperative management of early-stage pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA) patients receiving neoadjuvant therapy (NAT). Methods: We performe…
View article: A qualitative study of providers’ perspectives on cross-institutional care coordination for pancreatic cancer: challenges and opportunities
A qualitative study of providers’ perspectives on cross-institutional care coordination for pancreatic cancer: challenges and opportunities Open
In light of communication barriers and challenges associated with patient co-management, enabling the development of relationships among PC clinicians and improving the practices of multidisciplinary tumor boards could potentially foster c…
View article: Implementation of Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump Therapy: Real‐World Single‐Center Experience
Implementation of Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump Therapy: Real‐World Single‐Center Experience Open
Background and Objectives Hepatic artery infusion pump (HAIP) therapy is an available option at highly specialized centers to treat unresectable liver tumors (e.g., colorectal liver metastases [CRLM]). This study describes the safety and o…
View article: Mature MUC5AC Expression in Resected Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Predicts Treatment Response and Outcomes
Mature MUC5AC Expression in Resected Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Predicts Treatment Response and Outcomes Open
Neoadjuvant therapy (NAT) for early-stage pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA) has recently gained prominence. We investigated the clinical significance of mucin 5 AC (MUC5AC), which exists in two major glycoforms, a less-glycosylated im…
View article: Correction: Efficacy and Safety of the Melphalan/Hepatic Delivery System in Patients with Unresectable Metastatic Uveal Melanoma: Results from an Open-Label, Single-Arm, Multicenter Phase 3 Study
Correction: Efficacy and Safety of the Melphalan/Hepatic Delivery System in Patients with Unresectable Metastatic Uveal Melanoma: Results from an Open-Label, Single-Arm, Multicenter Phase 3 Study Open
View article: Comparison of outcomes of abdominoperineal resection vs low anterior resection in very-low rectal cancer
Comparison of outcomes of abdominoperineal resection vs low anterior resection in very-low rectal cancer Open
We observed no significant difference in disease-free survival or overall survival between patients undergoing APR or LAR for very-low rectal cancer. This analysis supports the treatment of very-low rectal cancer, without sphincter involve…
View article: Just “Culture”? A qualitative study on stressors impacting surgical clerkship student learning and well-being
Just “Culture”? A qualitative study on stressors impacting surgical clerkship student learning and well-being Open
Purpose Transition into the surgery clerkship is stressful and challenging for third-year medical students. We conducted this study to explore medical students’ learning stressors during the surgery clerkship which may diminish their learn…
View article: Efficacy and Safety of the Melphalan/Hepatic Delivery System in Patients with Unresectable Metastatic Uveal Melanoma: Results from an Open-Label, Single-Arm, Multicenter Phase 3 Study
Efficacy and Safety of the Melphalan/Hepatic Delivery System in Patients with Unresectable Metastatic Uveal Melanoma: Results from an Open-Label, Single-Arm, Multicenter Phase 3 Study Open
View article: Graduate medical education success coaching for residents and fellows: a single-institution real-world experience
Graduate medical education success coaching for residents and fellows: a single-institution real-world experience Open
While coaching has been employed as a success strategy in many areas such as athletics and business for decades, its use is relatively new in the medical field despite evidence of its benefits. Implementation and engagement regarding coach…
View article: Prophylactic defunctioning stomas improve clinical outcomes of anastomotic leak following rectal cancer resections: An analysis of the US Rectal Cancer Consortium
Prophylactic defunctioning stomas improve clinical outcomes of anastomotic leak following rectal cancer resections: An analysis of the US Rectal Cancer Consortium Open
Purpose Anastomotic leak (AL) is a complication of low anterior resection (LAR) that results in substantial morbidity. There is immense interest in evaluating immediate postoperative and long-term oncologic outcomes in patients who undergo…
View article: Patient Perceptions of Care Coordination during Neoadjuvant Therapy for Gastrointestinal Cancers: A Mixed Methods Analysis
Patient Perceptions of Care Coordination during Neoadjuvant Therapy for Gastrointestinal Cancers: A Mixed Methods Analysis Open
Purpose Effective cancer care coordination (CCC) is an integral component of health care delivery and critical to achieving optimal oncologic outcomes. Neoadjuvant therapy (NT), the delivery of multimodality therapy prior to surgery, is in…
View article: Management of Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma: A Narrative Review
Management of Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma: A Narrative Review Open
The management of resectable intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma remains a challenge due to the high risk of recurrence. Numerous clinical trials have identified effective systemic therapies for advanced biliary tract cancer; however, fewer tr…
View article: ASO Visual Abstract: Variation in Hospital Mortality After Complex Cancer Surgery—Patient, Volume, Hospital, or Social Determinants?
ASO Visual Abstract: Variation in Hospital Mortality After Complex Cancer Surgery—Patient, Volume, Hospital, or Social Determinants? Open
View article: Recurrence following Resection of Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasms: A Systematic Review to Guide Surveillance
Recurrence following Resection of Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasms: A Systematic Review to Guide Surveillance Open
Patients who undergo resection for non-invasive IPMN are at risk for long-term recurrence. Further evidence is needed to identify evidence-based surveillance strategies based on the risk of recurrence. We performed a systematic review of t…
View article: Variation in Hospital Mortality After Complex Cancer Surgery: Patient, Volume, Hospital or Social Determinants?
Variation in Hospital Mortality After Complex Cancer Surgery: Patient, Volume, Hospital or Social Determinants? Open
View article: Management of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies. (Cytoreductive Surgery, HIPEC, PIPAC, and Beyond)
Management of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies. (Cytoreductive Surgery, HIPEC, PIPAC, and Beyond) Open
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View article: Evaluating the caregiver experience during neoadjuvant therapy for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
Evaluating the caregiver experience during neoadjuvant therapy for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma Open
Introduction Neoadjuvant therapy (NT) is increasingly recommended for patients with localized pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). Recent research has highlighted the significant treatment burden that patients experience during NT, but…
View article: Association of surgeon−patient sex concordance with postoperative outcomes following complex cancer surgery
Association of surgeon−patient sex concordance with postoperative outcomes following complex cancer surgery Open
Background and Objectives Sex concordance may impact the therapeutic relationship and provider−patient interactions. We sought to define the association of surgeon−patient sex concordance on postoperative patient outcomes following complex…
View article: Advancements in Microwave Ablation Techniques for Managing Pancreatic Lesions
Advancements in Microwave Ablation Techniques for Managing Pancreatic Lesions Open
Thermal ablation, including microwave ablation, has become increasingly important in the management of many solid tumors, including primary and metastatic tumors of the liver, kidney, and lung. However, its adoption to treat pancreatic les…