Muhammed Siddiqui
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View article: Mending the Gap: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Mesh Reinforcement for Abdominal Wall Closure in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Repair
Mending the Gap: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Mesh Reinforcement for Abdominal Wall Closure in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Repair Open
Incisional hernias are a common complication following abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair, leading to significant morbidity, higher healthcare costs, and reduced quality of life. While mesh reinforcement is widely used in abdominal sur…
View article: O193: Drains versus No Drain in Thyroid Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials
O193: Drains versus No Drain in Thyroid Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials Open
Introduction Thyroid surgery does not come without its risks of complications of post-operative haemorrhage, haematoma and seroma, for which drains may be used. Placement of a drain may prevent these complications, which may be life-threat…
View article: Perceived impact of equality and equity in medical education by junior doctors in the UK
Perceived impact of equality and equity in medical education by junior doctors in the UK Open
This exploratory study was undertaken to provide an insight into issues of equality and equity that UK junior doctors perceive in relation to being able to achieve a work–life balance within educational and clinical practice. A survey with…
View article: Rectal dysfunction and QoL in patients after curative treatment for rectal cancer
Rectal dysfunction and QoL in patients after curative treatment for rectal cancer Open
The protocol is out of date and does not meet the current methodological standards of Cochrane. Withdrawn by Cochrane Colorectal group, currently no plans to revise/republish.
View article: Haemorrhoids: piling on the agony
Haemorrhoids: piling on the agony Open
Perianal disease is often considered ‘assumed knowledge’ among clinicians but is generally poorly understood. This article gives an overview of haemorrhoidal disease and its management options.
View article: Oesophageal cancer: diagnosis and management
Oesophageal cancer: diagnosis and management Open
Oesophageal cancer is the ninth most common cancer in the UK. With 8500 cases diagnosed annually, the UK has the highest rates of oesophageal cancer in Western Europe. Adenocarcinoma now accounts for 60–75% of all oesophageal cancers in th…
View article: Defining response to radiotherapy in rectal cancer using magnetic resonance imaging and histopathological scales
Defining response to radiotherapy in rectal cancer using magnetic resonance imaging and histopathological scales Open
For histopathology regression assessment, Mandard 1, 2/Dworak 3, 4 should be used for good response and Mandard 3, 4, 5/Dworak 0, 1, 2 for poor response. MRI indicates good and poor response by mrTRG1-3 and mrTRG4-5, respectively.