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View article: Case Report: Primary splenic hydatid cyst
Case Report: Primary splenic hydatid cyst Open
Introduction Primary splenic hydatidosis accounts for <2% of global cystic echinococcosis (CE) cases. Its rarity and non-specific clinical presentation often lead to delayed diagnosis, increasing the risk of severe complications. This c…
View article: Impact of Covid-19 on Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery: A National Survey
Impact of Covid-19 on Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery: A National Survey Open
Purpose: To understand the actual impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and frame the future strategies, we conducted a pan India survey to study the impact on the surgical management of gastrointestinal cancers. Methods: A national multicentre …
View article: Evaluation of biomarkers, genetic mutations, and epigenetic modifications in early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer
Evaluation of biomarkers, genetic mutations, and epigenetic modifications in early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer Open
In conclusion, CA 19-9, TPS, CEA, and VEGF levels were significantly elevated and collectively have potential as diagnostic and prognostic markers in PC. Global data of mutation in the KRAS gene commonly in codon 12 and rare in codon 13 co…
View article: Human hepatic alveolar echinococcosis - medical management of un resectable disease in a resource restrained setting
Human hepatic alveolar echinococcosis - medical management of un resectable disease in a resource restrained setting Open
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View article: The effectiveness of image-guided percutaneous catheter drainage in the management of acute pancreatitis-associated pancreatic collections
The effectiveness of image-guided percutaneous catheter drainage in the management of acute pancreatitis-associated pancreatic collections Open
Introduction Acute pancreatitis is commonly complicated by the development of pancreatic collections (PCs). Symptomatic PCs warrant drainage, and the available options include percutaneous, endoscopic, and open surgical approaches. The stu…
View article: Dual Parasitization of the Biliary Tree: First Reported Case
Dual Parasitization of the Biliary Tree: First Reported Case Open
Cases of biliary ascariasis and hydatid cysts in liver and elsewhere are common in endemic areas and are routinely encountered in surgical outpatient departments. We describe the diagnosis and management of a unique case, who presented wit…
View article: 22nd Postgraduate Presentation Programme 2015
22nd Postgraduate Presentation Programme 2015 Open
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The 22nd Postgraduate Research Presentation Program (PGRPP) is being held at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences Srinagar (SKIMS) from 27th to 28th April. The program, started by SKIMS in the year 1998, serves as an…
View article: Histopathological study of pancreatobiliary tumors in a tertiary care center: a 7 year study
Histopathological study of pancreatobiliary tumors in a tertiary care center: a 7 year study Open
Background: The aim of this study was to comprehensively analyse the histopathological spectrum of pancreatobiliary tumors with special reference to ampulla of Vater.Methods: The retrospective study was done for 5 years and a prospective s…
View article: Prevalence and pattern of growth abnormalities in children with extrahepatic portal vein obstruction: Response to shunt surgery
Prevalence and pattern of growth abnormalities in children with extrahepatic portal vein obstruction: Response to shunt surgery Open
Marked decrease in weight and height SDSs associated with GH resistance is seen in children with EHPVO, which improves with shunt surgery.
View article: Pancreaticoduodenectomy: A study from India on the impact of evolution from a low to a high volume unit
Pancreaticoduodenectomy: A study from India on the impact of evolution from a low to a high volume unit Open
The transformation from a low volume to a high volume provider of PD resulted in most favourable outcomes favouring the continued centralization of this high risk procedure.