Introduction: Endo360TM (EndoEvolution, LLC; Raynham, MA) is a suturing device aimed to decrease the long learning curve associated with conventional laparoscopic suturing and knot tying. The aim of this study is to compare the learning curves between conventional laparoscopy and Endo360TM .
Materials and Methods: In this prospective single blinded non-randomized controlled crossover study, we recruited 20 general surgery residents ranging from beginner (PGY1-2, n=12) to competent (PGY3-5, n=8)
Introduction: The project goal was to critically evaluate the implementation and development process for a newly designed Continuing Medical Education (CME) level course for laparoscopic Total Extraperitoneal(TEP) inguinal hernia repair. Despite evidence that the laparoscopic approach for inguinal hernia repair leads to faster recovery, the overwhelming majority of surgeons continue to utilize an open approach. Moreover, the traditional model of utilizing short CME courses, rarely leads to ado
Objective: The aim of this study is to compare the safety, feasibility and short-term outcomes of Laparoscopic radical right hemicolectomy using caudal -to-cranial (CtC) approach versus medial-to-lateral (MtL) approach for curable right-sided colon cancer
Methods: Using data from a clinical database in our department, we retrospectively analyzed data of 78 cases undergoing Laparoscopic radical right hemicolectomy using CtC approach (CtC group) and matched with using medial-to-lateral approach (
Primary leiomyosarcomas of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract are highly aggressive and rare neoplasms. While a known association exists between leiomyosarcomas and immunosuppression, only a small cohort of cases have been noted to have been identified in the sigmoid colon, and found simultaneously with a urothelial carcinoma. To our knowledge, this is the first case of the simultaneous presentation of colon leiomyosarcoma and urothelial carcinoma of the bladder. Here, we report a case of a pr
Introduction: To check the efficacy of Perfact (Proximal superficial cauterization around the internal opening, emptying regularly of fistula tracts and curettage of tracts): procedure to treat highly complex fistula-in-ano
Methods: Perfact procedure entails two steps- superficial cauterization of mucosa at and around the internal opening & keeping all the tracts clean. The internal opening along with the adjacent mucosa was electrocauterized. The resulting wound was left open so as to heal/c