Multiple Surgeries Tied to Worsening Brain Health
Findings seen for both cognitive decline and neurodegeneration
Online Tool Enhances Decision-Making for Timing of Breast Reconstruction
More patients using online aid satisfied after surgery than those receiving informational leaflet
American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Sept. 28-Oct. 1
Metabolic-Bariatric Surgery Tied to Reduced Risk for Pancreatic Cancer in Those With Obesity
Reduced risk was more pronounced in those with type 2 diabetes, but was also seen in those without T2D
Liposomal Bupivacaine No Aid for Intracapsular Femoral Neck Fracture Outcomes
No benefits seen after hip hemiarthroplasty
Extended Lymphadenectomy Fails to Improve Survival in Bladder Cancer
Extended lymphadenectomy does not improve disease-free, overall survival and is linked to more adverse events
Female Residents Underrepresented in High-Compensation Specialties
High-compensation surgical specialties experienced increase in the proportion of female applicants and matriculants from 2008 to 2022
ASTRO: Hypofractionated Radiation Therapy Safe After Breast Reconstruction
Hypofractionated radiation therapy noninferior to 25-fraction conventional course for patients undergoing breast reconstruction
AHA and ACC Update Cardiovascular Management Guideline for Noncardiac Surgery
Stepwise approach to perioperative cardiac management can help doctors decide whether surgery should proceed
AAP: Low Vitamin D Linked to Slower Fracture Healing in Pediatric Patients
Slower clinical and radiographic healing seen for pediatric patients with lower-extremity fracture and surgical management