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View article: Demographics, diagnostics, treatment, and outcomes of patients presenting with acute groin hernia: 15-year multicentre retrospective cohort study
Demographics, diagnostics, treatment, and outcomes of patients presenting with acute groin hernia: 15-year multicentre retrospective cohort study Open
Background Groin hernias commonly present acutely in high-risk populations and can be challenging to manage. This retrospective, observational study aimed to report on patient demographics and outcomes, following acute admissions with a gr…
View article: 142P The predictive value of progesterone receptor expression on pCR following neoadjuvant chemotherapy in breast cancer
142P The predictive value of progesterone receptor expression on pCR following neoadjuvant chemotherapy in breast cancer Open
The efficacy of neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC), as measured by the pathological complete response (pCR), varies between molecular subtypes in breast cancer (BC). Oestrogen receptor (ER)-positive, human epidermal growth factor 2 receptor (H…
View article: Increased CD4/CD8 Lymphocyte ratio predicts favourable neoadjuvant treatment response in gastric cancer: A prospective pilot study
Increased CD4/CD8 Lymphocyte ratio predicts favourable neoadjuvant treatment response in gastric cancer: A prospective pilot study Open
We demonstrate that an elevated CD4+/CD8+ Ratio is a promising IHC-based biomarker to predict favourable treatment response to FLOT neoadjuvant chemotherapy in locally advanced gastric cancer.
View article: Validation of a Mobile App-Based Visual Analog Scale for Appetite Measurement in the Real World: A Randomized Digital Clinical Trial
Validation of a Mobile App-Based Visual Analog Scale for Appetite Measurement in the Real World: A Randomized Digital Clinical Trial Open
There has been no validated digital tool for measuring appetite with a visual analog scale (VAS) through a mobile app using participants’ smart phones for data collection in virtual settings. To fill the gap, we developed a digital VAS and…
View article: 812 Evaluating the Impact of Surgical Subspecialisation on Patient Outcomes Following Adhesional Small Bowel Obstruction
812 Evaluating the Impact of Surgical Subspecialisation on Patient Outcomes Following Adhesional Small Bowel Obstruction Open
Aim Small bowel obstruction (SBO) is the most common indication for laparotomy in the UK. While general surgeons have become increasingly subspecialised in their elective practice, emergency admissions frequently remain undifferentiated. T…
View article: Temporal Trends in the Investigation, Management and Outcomes of Acute Appendicitis over 15 Years in the North of England: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Temporal Trends in the Investigation, Management and Outcomes of Acute Appendicitis over 15 Years in the North of England: A Retrospective Cohort Study Open
Background Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency with an estimated lifetime prevalence of 8.6% for males and 6.7% for females. Despite the frequency of presentation, considerable variation in clinical practice exists. Our study…
View article: Multicentre service evaluation of presentation of newly diagnosed cancers and type 1 diabetes in children in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic
Multicentre service evaluation of presentation of newly diagnosed cancers and type 1 diabetes in children in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic Open
Background The COVID-19 pandemic led to changes in patterns of presentation to emergency departments. Child health professionals were concerned that this could contribute to the delayed diagnosis of life-threatening conditions, including c…
View article: SP3.2.15 Patient demographics and outcomes following emergency presentation with a groin hernia; a 15-year retrospective cohort study from the North of England
SP3.2.15 Patient demographics and outcomes following emergency presentation with a groin hernia; a 15-year retrospective cohort study from the North of England Open
Aims Over 70,000 groin hernia repairs are performed in the UK annually. While most are performed in day-case settings, emergency presentation remains common and has a high associated morbidity and mortality. This study aims to report on pa…
View article: NELA.02Trends in management and outcomes for patients presenting acutely with inguinal hernia
NELA.02Trends in management and outcomes for patients presenting acutely with inguinal hernia Open
Aims Rates of emergency inguinal hernia presentations are increasing as ‘watch and wait’ management approaches become more popular. This study aimed to review current practice regarding clinical management of patients admitted acutely with…
View article: SP7.1.7 The impact of surgical subspecialisation on patient outcomes in those admitted with gallstone disease in the North of England: a retrospective cohort study
SP7.1.7 The impact of surgical subspecialisation on patient outcomes in those admitted with gallstone disease in the North of England: a retrospective cohort study Open
The management of gallstone disease has evolved over time and includes laparoscopic and open cholecystectomy, interventional radiology, endoscopic intervention and conservative management. Subspecialisation within general surgery is common…
View article: 1187 A multi-centre service evaluation of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on presentation of newly diagnosed cancers and type 1 diabetes in children in the UK
1187 A multi-centre service evaluation of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on presentation of newly diagnosed cancers and type 1 diabetes in children in the UK Open
Background The COVID-19 pandemic led to changes in patterns of presentation to Emergency Departments. Child health professionals were concerned that this could contribute to the delayed diagnosis of life-threatening conditions, including c…
View article: 469 Novel Applications of Cross-Sectional Imaging in Oncoplastic Surgical Planning for Breast Cancer Following Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
469 Novel Applications of Cross-Sectional Imaging in Oncoplastic Surgical Planning for Breast Cancer Following Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Open
Background Cross-sectional imaging using MRI is most commonly used to evaluate the response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Furthermore, CT scan of chest, abdomen, and pelvis (CAP) is used in staging the breast cancer. This study seeks to eva…
View article: 113 Ischaemic Bowel in The North of England: Trends in Management Approach And Patient Outcomes
113 Ischaemic Bowel in The North of England: Trends in Management Approach And Patient Outcomes Open
Aim Bowel ischaemia is the third most common indication for emergency laparotomy in the UK and is associated with high rates of postoperative morbidity and mortality. This study describes changes in incidence, patient characteristics, mana…
View article: 1609 Patient Demographics and Outcomes Following Acute Presentation with An Inguinal Hernia; A 15-Year Retrospective Cohort Study from The North of England
1609 Patient Demographics and Outcomes Following Acute Presentation with An Inguinal Hernia; A 15-Year Retrospective Cohort Study from The North of England Open
Aim Although inguinal hernia repair is one of the most common elective procedures performed, emergency repair carries a far greater risk to patients. This study aimed to report on patient demographics and outcomes following emergency prese…
View article: 94 An Observational Cohort Study to Evaluate Volume and Severity of Emergency General Surgery Admissions During The COVID-19 Pandemic: Is There A “Lockdown” Effect?
94 An Observational Cohort Study to Evaluate Volume and Severity of Emergency General Surgery Admissions During The COVID-19 Pandemic: Is There A “Lockdown” Effect? Open
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has led to changes in NHS surgical service provision. This, combined with the government-imposed lockdown, may have impacted on patient attendance, severity of surgical disease, and outcomes. This study a…
View article: A multi-centre service evaluation of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on presentation of newly diagnosed cancers and type 1 diabetes in children in the UK
A multi-centre service evaluation of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on presentation of newly diagnosed cancers and type 1 diabetes in children in the UK Open
Background The COVID-19 pandemic led to changes in patterns of presentation to Emergency Departments (ED). Child health professionals were concerned that this could contribute to the delayed diagnosis of life-threatening conditions, includ…
View article: Refractory Celiac Disease Type II: A Case Report and Literature Review
Refractory Celiac Disease Type II: A Case Report and Literature Review Open
We present an unusual case of 68-year-old male, who presented with acute abdomen, ulcerative jejunitis with perforation, and 2 months later with perforation of the sigmoid colon. We will also discuss difficulties in the delay in diagnosis …
View article: A single-centre observational cohort study to evaluate volume and severity of emergency general surgery admissions during the COVID-19 pandemic: Is there a “lockdown” effect?
A single-centre observational cohort study to evaluate volume and severity of emergency general surgery admissions during the COVID-19 pandemic: Is there a “lockdown” effect? Open
There appears to be a "lockdown" effect on general surgical admissions with a profound impact; fewer surgical admissions, more acutely unwell surgical patients, and an increase in all cause 30-day mortality. Patients should be advised to p…
View article: <i>Finegoldia magna</i>: a rare cause of necrotising fasciitis
<i>Finegoldia magna</i>: a rare cause of necrotising fasciitis Open
Necrotising fasciitis is a life-threatening condition characterised by inflammation, affecting the soft tissues, which spreads within a fascial plane. Skin changes can be delayed and can often go unnoticed. The condition arises from a bact…
View article: Novel Day 1 score predicting the need for rescue therapy and surgery in patients with acute severe colitis
Novel Day 1 score predicting the need for rescue therapy and surgery in patients with acute severe colitis Open
Background: The management of ulcerative colitis has undergone a paradigm shift in recent years, with the widespread use of biological agents in induction and maintenance of remission. There is a paucity of data on early prediction of outc…
View article: Endoscopic severity and C-reactive protein level predict failure of medical rescue therapy in patients with acute severe ulcerative colitis
Endoscopic severity and C-reactive protein level predict failure of medical rescue therapy in patients with acute severe ulcerative colitis Open
Background and Aim: Medical rescue therapy is effective in the treatment of patients with corticosteroid‐refractory acute severe ulcerative colitis (ASUC), and studies have shown that the efficacy of infliximab and cyclosporin A is similar…
View article: A242 SIGMOID PERFORATION: A RARE CASE OF REFRACTORY CELIAC DISEASE TYPE II
A242 SIGMOID PERFORATION: A RARE CASE OF REFRACTORY CELIAC DISEASE TYPE II Open
BACKGROUND: Celiac disease is an autoimmune enteropathy caused by gluten ingestion in genetically susceptible individuals. Treatment consists of a gluten-free diet (GFD). Non-responders typically have an incidental source of gluten ingesti…
View article: Retrospective analysis of 30-day mortality for emergency general surgery admissions evaluating the weekend effect
Retrospective analysis of 30-day mortality for emergency general surgery admissions evaluating the weekend effect Open
Background The weekend effect describes excess mortality associated with hospital admission on Saturday or Sunday. This study assessed whether a weekend effect exists for patients admitted for emergency general surgery. Methods Data for em…
View article: Attrition and weight loss outcomes for patients with complex obesity, anxiety and depression attending a weight management programme with targeted psychological treatment
Attrition and weight loss outcomes for patients with complex obesity, anxiety and depression attending a weight management programme with targeted psychological treatment Open
Summary The objective of the study is to investigate the effect of baseline anxiety and depression, using different definitions for caseness, on attrition and weight outcomes following a multidisciplinary weight management programme. The s…