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Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Fenestrated and Chimney/Snorkel Techniques for Endovascular Repair of Juxtarenal Aortic Aneurysms Open

Tejan Baldeh, Tomás Reilly, Tayyaub Mansoor, Gerard Feeney, Mekki Medani , et al. · 2024

Objectives: Comparative effectiveness of fenestrated endovascular aneurysm repair (FEVAR) and chimney graft endovascular aneurysm repair (ChEVAR) for juxtarenal aortic aneurysms (JAAs) remains unclear. Our objective was to identify and ana…

Intestinal intussusception—not just for kids Open

Paul Lynch, Gerard Feeney, Nisar Ali, Akthar Hussein, Jorge Cury · 2024

Intussusception is a phenomenon commonly associated with the paediatric population. In adults, intussusception is frequently a result of a neoplastic process. We present the case of a 56-year-old gentleman who was diagnosed to the local Em…

Association of clinical biomarkers and response to neoadjuvant therapy in breast cancer Open

Gerard Feeney, Ronan Waldron, Nicola Miller, Carmel Malone, Karl Sweeney , et al. · 2023

Introduction Neoadjuvant therapy is an essential component of multimodality therapy for locally advanced breast adenocarcinoma (BC). Complete pathologic response (pCR) is a useful surrogate for long-term oncologic outcome. Aim To assess th…

AB018. SOH23ABS_206. Analysis of involved anterior and posterior margins in breast cancer—should we cut it out? Open

Sunanda Karri, Arjan Ahluwalia, Gerard Feeney, Julliete Buckley, Shona Tormey , et al. · 2023

Background: Breast conserving surgery (BCS) has made tremendous advancements in the realm of cancer management, however, decisions about re-excisions of close margins remains controversial. This stems from the ambiguity of various guidelin…

AB017. SOH23ABS_195. Outcomes of B3 breast lesions during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic Open

Gerard Feeney, Uchechukwu Alanza, Natasha Shafique, Cressida Brennan, Juliette Buckley , et al. · 2023

Background: Classification plays an integral role in the diagnosis and management of breast cancer. Breast imaging is classified in accordance with the British Society of Breast Radiologists (BSBR). B3 refers to lesions that demonstrate in…

AB015. SOH23ABS_169. Surgical prophylactic antibiotics: compliance with local and AMRIC guidelines Open

Fareha Khalil, Gerard Feeney, Paul Tibbitts, Anne Merrigan, Chwanrow Baban , et al. · 2023

Background: Antimicrobial prophylaxis is a critical step in preventing surgical site infection. The Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control committee (AMRIC) position statement summarises current guidelines on the maximum recommende…

AB014. SOH23ABS_149. Exploring neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio as a predictor of postoperative breast cancer recurrence Open

Alisha Jaffer, Carolyn Cullinane, Amirhossein Jalali, Gerard Feeney, Shona Tormey · 2023

Background: Neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is an emerging prognostic biomarker with potential utility in solid malignancies. Routine inclusion of the full blood count in preoperative workup and postoperative course positions NLR as a co…

AB016. SOH23ABS_172. Effect of magseed localisation technique on patients’ quality of life Open

Paul Lynch, Gerard Feeney, Shona Tormey, Chwanrow Baban, Brigid Anne Merrigan , et al. · 2023

Background: Advances in systemic treatment for breast cancer have resulted in smaller tumour sizes at the time of surgery. Consequently, the need for accurate localisation of these tumours is essential. Currently, wire guided excision of i…

Identification of a Five-MiRNA Expression Assay to Aid Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis Open

Matthew G. Davey, Gerard Feeney, Heidi Annuk, Maxwell Paganga, Emma Holian , et al. · 2022

Introduction: One-third of colorectal cancer (CRC) patients present with advanced disease, and establishing control remains a challenge. Identifying novel biomarkers to facilitate earlier diagnosis is imperative in enhancing oncological ou…

Robotic colorectal surgery in elderly patients: A single‐centre experience Open

Enda Hannan, Gerard Feeney, Mohammad Fahad Ullah, Eoghan Condon, John Calvin Coffey , et al. · 2022

Introduction The purpose of this study was to evaluate outcomes in elderly patients (age ≥ 65 years) undergoing robotic colorectal surgery (RCRS) in comparison with non‐elderly patients. Materials and Methods Data was collected on elderly …

Left-sided appendicitis in intestinal malrotation: a minimally invasive approach Open

Gerard Feeney, Enda Hannan, Mohammed Alagha, Yasser Abdeldaim · 2022

Intestinal malrotation is a rare clinical entity that occurs in 1/6000 live births. Acute appendicitis (AA) is commonly recognized clinically by migratory right iliac fossa pain. We present a rare case of AA in a patient with previously un…

Necrotising fasciitis in the COVID-19 era: A consequence of caution – A case series Open

Gerard Feeney, Enda Hannan, John Fallon, Eimear Curran, Helen Meagher , et al. · 2022

Necrotising fasciitis (NF) is a severe soft tissue infection that is associated with a high risk of morbidity and mortality. During the coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic, the population has been actively discouraged from presentin…

AB055. SOH22ABS063. Laparoscopic versus open appendicectomy performed by adult general surgeons in pre-teenage years children: a single-centre experience Open

Esther Man Yu Lim, Enda Hannan, Gerard Feeney, Lukas O’Brien, John Calvin Coffey , et al. · 2022

Background: The utilisation of laparoscopic appendicectomy (LA) in children remains contentious despite the well-recognised advantages of laparoscopic surgery. The purpose of this study was to compare intraoperative and postoperative outco…

AB015. SOH22ABS062. Robotic colorectal surgery in elderly patients: a single-centre experience Open

Gerard Feeney, Enda Hannan, Mohammad Fahad Ullah, Eoghan Condon, John Calvin Coffey , et al. · 2022

Background: The population is aging exponentially. Data on outcomes in elderly patients undergoing robotic colorectal surgery (RCRS) is limited. The purpose of this study was to evaluate perioperative, postoperative and short-term oncologi…

AB068. SOH22ABS116. Identification and investigation of a novel four miRNA expression assay to aid colorectal cancer diagnosis Open

Matthew P. Davey, Gerard Feeney, Heidi Annuk, Maxwell Pagenga, Nicola Miller , et al. · 2022

Background: One third of patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer (CRC) present with advanced disease and disease control remains a challenge. The identification of novel diagnostic biomarkers to facilitate earlier diagnosis is crucial to…

MicroRNA Expression Profiling Predicts Nodal Status and Disease Recurrence in Patients Treated with Curative Intent for Colorectal Cancer Open

Matthew G. Davey, Gerard Feeney, Heidi Annuk, Maxwell Paganga, Emma Holian , et al. · 2022

Background: Approximately one-third of colorectal cancer (CRC) patients will suffer recurrence. MiRNAs are small non-coding RNAs that play important roles in gene expression. We aimed to correlate miRNA expression with aggressive clinicopa…

Synchronous caecal and sigmoid volvulus: a surprise twist Open

Enda Hannan, Esther Man Yu Lim, Gerard Feeney, Eoghan Condon · 2021

Traditionally, caecal volvulus (CV) and sigmoid volvulus (SV) have been thought of as largely separate clinical entities with distinct clinical features, radiological findings and treatment strategies. We present a rare case of synchronous…

Robotic versus laparoscopic right hemicolectomy: a case-matched study Open

Enda Hannan, Gerard Feeney, Mohammad Fahad Ullah, Claire Ryan, Emma McNamara , et al. · 2021

The first robotic transanal minimally invasive surgery in Ireland: a case-based review Open

Enda Hannan, Gerard Feeney, Mohammad Fahad Ullah, Kamran Amin, John Calvin Coffey , et al. · 2021

Transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS) has gained worldwide acceptance as a means of local excision of early rectal cancers and benign rectal lesions. However, it is technically challenging due to the limitations of rigid laparoscopi…

AB016. SOH21AS074. The impact of body mass index on outcomes in robotic colorectal surgery: a single centre experience Open

Amanda Troy, Enda Hannan, Patrick Corcoran, Gerard Feeney, Fahad Ullah , et al. · 2021

Background: Obesity is an independent risk factor for post-operative morbidity and mortality in laparoscopic colorectal surgery (LCRS). The technological advantages of robotic colorectal surgery (RCRS) may allow surgeons to overcome the li…

AB023. SOH21AS241. Robotic right hemicolectomy versus laparoscopic right hemicolectomy: a case-matched study Open

Gerard Feeney, Enda Hannan, David Waldron, Eoghan Condon, John Calvin Coffey , et al. · 2021

What is the cause of this sigmoid stricture in this 43yr old lady with a 3 year history of cyclical lower abdominal pain? Open

Gerard Feeney, Eoin Slattery, Mary C. Sheehan, Myles Joyce · 2020

CT Colonography was performed after difficulty passing the stricture at colonoscopy. On imaging, the stricture was concerning for neoplasm (Fig 1). The patient underwent a segmental colectomy with histological analysis of the stricture dem…

AB043. Lymphocyte-CRP ratio (LCR) as a possible biomarker for anastomotic leak in rectal cancer patients Open

Gerard Feeney, Rishabh Sehgal, Margaret Sheehan, O. J. McAnena, Joseph Garvin , et al. · 2020

Background: Anastomotic leakage (AL) is one of the most serious complications of colorectal resection, causing sepsis and reducing overall survival. Several studies have investigated potential biomarkers to predict AL. To assess the predic…

Neoadjuvant radiotherapy for rectal cancer management Open

Gerard Feeney, Rishabh Sehgal, Mary C. Sheehan, Aisling Hogan, Mark Regan , et al. · 2019

Thirty per cent of all colorectal tumours develop in the rectum. The location of the rectum within the bony pelvis and its proximity to vital structures presents significant therapeutic challenges when considering neoadjuvant options and s…

What is the cause of this synchronous palpable abdominal mass in a woman recently diagnosed with lung cancer as demonstrated in Figure 1? Open

Gerard Feeney, Emer O’Connell, Mike Flood, Cyril P. Rooney, Fadel Bennani , et al. · 2017

Key Clinical Message Colonic metastases from lung cancer are rare [1, 2]. Presentation of an abdominal mass in the setting of a new lung cancer diagnosis should prompt complete evaluation including endoscopic and CT imaging. This case also…

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