Background: Accurate identification of gastroesophageal reflux episodes is fundamental to the objective diagnosis of GERD. The diagnosis of GERD by multichannel intraluminal impedance (MII) is based on the detection of retrograde bolus propagation, irrespective of its pH. It is suggested that both the number and duration of acidic reflux episodes varies depending on the method […]
IntroductionEarly detection of colorectal cancer (CRC) can improve survival rate. To aid fast tracking suspected CRC referrals from primary to secondary care, National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines (2005)^ were published in UK for these patients to be referred and seen in a secondary care centre within two weeks (TWR). However, not every patient […]
Background: Gastric bypass and adjustable gastric banding are currently the most commonly performed weight loss surgeries. The results are encouraging for most patients; however, even among surgeons that perform hundreds of these procedures, some of their patients do better than others. This article has set out to define differences among those that succeed compared to […]
INTRODUCTION: The objective of this study is to evaluate outcomes with laparoscopic management of celiac axis compression syndrome (CACS). Celiac axis compression syndrome (CACS) is a rare entity associated with epigastric abdominal pain and extrinsic compression of the celiac artery. Although the precise etiology is not certain, many patients benefit from open surgical decompression. Laparoscopic […]
Background: This study evaluated the feasibility of using robotic assistance for foregut surgery. It described the experience, advantages, and disadvantages of using the da Vinci system on the basis of 61 consecutive foregut cases by a minimally invasive, fellowship-trained surgeon. Methods: Data were collected on 61 consecutive foregut operations performed with the da Vinci system […]