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  1. Article ; Online: A curious case of cololithiasis.

    Creedon, L / Boyd-Carson, H / Lund, J

    Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

    2018  Volume 100, Issue 7, Page(s) e188–e190

    Abstract: Gallstone ileus is an uncommon cause of bowel obstruction that involves cholecystoenteric fistulation and resultant passage of gallstones into the bowel. In the vast majority of cases, the fistula forms between the gallbladder and duodenum leading to ... ...

    Abstract Gallstone ileus is an uncommon cause of bowel obstruction that involves cholecystoenteric fistulation and resultant passage of gallstones into the bowel. In the vast majority of cases, the fistula forms between the gallbladder and duodenum leading to small bowel obstruction. We report a case of cholecystocolic fistulation and subsequent large-bowel obstruction in a 75-year-old woman who presented acutely after taking a bowel preparation for an outpatient colonoscopy during the course of an investigation of anaemia and nonspecific abdominal pain. Preintervention imaging revealed a giant gallstone at the rectosigmoid junction, in the presence of a cholecystocolic fistula, and subsequent large bowel obstruction. After a failed period of expectant management, laparotomy and Hartmann's procedure were performed and the patient made an uneventful recovery.
    MeSH term(s) Aged ; Biliary Fistula/complications ; Biliary Fistula/surgery ; Colon/pathology ; Female ; Gallstones/complications ; Gallstones/surgery ; Humans ; Intestinal Fistula/complications ; Intestinal Fistula/surgery ; Intestinal Obstruction/etiology ; Intestinal Obstruction/surgery ; Laparotomy/methods ; Tomography, X-Ray Computed
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-08-16
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 80044-2
    ISSN 1478-7083 ; 0035-8843
    ISSN (online) 1478-7083
    ISSN 0035-8843
    DOI 10.1308/rcsann.2018.0116
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  2. Article ; Online: The association of pre-operative anaemia with morbidity and mortality after emergency laparotomy.

    Boyd-Carson, H / Shah, A / Sugavanam, A / Reid, J / Stanworth, S J / Oliver, C M

    Anaesthesia

    2020  Volume 75, Issue 7, Page(s) 904–912

    Abstract: Pre-operative anaemia is associated with poor outcomes after elective surgery but its relationship with outcomes after emergency surgery is unclear. We analysed National Emergency Laparotomy Audit data from 1 December 2013 to 30 November 2017, excluding ... ...

    Abstract Pre-operative anaemia is associated with poor outcomes after elective surgery but its relationship with outcomes after emergency surgery is unclear. We analysed National Emergency Laparotomy Audit data from 1 December 2013 to 30 November 2017, excluding laparotomy for haemorrhage. Anaemia was classified as 'mild' 129-110 g.l-1; 'moderate' 109-80 g.l-1; or 'severe' ≤ 79 g.l-1. The primary outcome was 90-day mortality. Secondary outcomes were 30-day mortality, return to theatre and postoperative hospital stay. The primary outcome was available for 86,763 patients, of whom 45,306 (52%) were anaemic. There were 12,667 (15%) deaths at 90 postoperative days and 9246 (11%) deaths at 30 postoperative days. Anaemia was associated with increased 90-day and 30-day mortality, odds ratio (95%CI): mild, 1.15 (1.09-1.21); moderate, 1.44 (1.36-1.52); and severe, 1.42 (1.24-1.63), p < 0.001 for all; mild, 1.07 (1.00-1.12), p = 0.030; moderate, 1.30 (1.21-1.38), p < 0.001; and severe, 1.22 (1.05-1.43), p = 0.010, respectively. All categories of anaemia were associated with prolonged hospital stay, adjusted coefficient (95%CI): mild, 1.31 (1.01-1.62); moderate, 3.41 (3.04-3.77); severe, 2.80 (1.83-3.77), p < 0.001 for all. Moderate and severe anaemia were associated with increased risk of return to the operating theatre, odds ratio (95%CI): moderate 1.13 (1.06-1.21), p < 0.001; and severe 1.23 (1.06-1.43), p = 0.006. Pre-operative anaemia is common in patients undergoing emergency laparotomy and is associated with increased postoperative mortality and morbidity.
    MeSH term(s) Aged ; Anemia/blood ; Anemia/complications ; Anemia/mortality ; Digestive System Surgical Procedures/adverse effects ; Digestive System Surgical Procedures/mortality ; Emergencies ; Female ; Hemoglobins/metabolism ; Humans ; Length of Stay/statistics & numerical data ; Male ; Medical Audit/methods ; Middle Aged ; Morbidity ; Postoperative Complications/etiology ; Postoperative Complications/mortality ; Preoperative Period ; ROC Curve ; Reoperation/statistics & numerical data ; Severity of Illness Index ; United Kingdom/epidemiology
    Chemical Substances Hemoglobins
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-04-21
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 80033-8
    ISSN 1365-2044 ; 0003-2409
    ISSN (online) 1365-2044
    ISSN 0003-2409
    DOI 10.1111/anae.15021
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  3. Article ; Online: A review of surgical and peri-operative factors to consider in emergency laparotomy care.

    Boyd-Carson, H / Gana, T / Lockwood, S / Murray, D / Tierney, G M

    Anaesthesia

    2020  Volume 75 Suppl 1, Page(s) e75–e82

    Abstract: Patients undergoing emergency laparotomy are a heterogeneous group with regard to comorbidity, pre-operative physiological state and surgical pathology. There are many factors to consider in the peri-operative period for these patients. Surgical duration ...

    Abstract Patients undergoing emergency laparotomy are a heterogeneous group with regard to comorbidity, pre-operative physiological state and surgical pathology. There are many factors to consider in the peri-operative period for these patients. Surgical duration should be as short as possible for adequate completion of the procedure. This is of particular importance in the elderly and comorbid population. To date, there are limited data addressing the role of damage control surgery in emergency general surgery. Dual consultant-led care in all stages of emergency laparotomy care is increasing, with increased presence out of hours and also for high-risk patients. The role of the stoma care team should be actively encouraged in all patients who may require a stoma. Due to the emergent and unpredictable nature of surgical emergencies, healthcare teams may need to employ novel strategies to ensure early input from the stoma care team. It is important for all members of the medical teams to ensure that patients have given consent for both anaesthesia and surgery before emergency laparotomy. Small studies suggest that patients and their families are not aware of the high risk of morbidity and mortality following emergency laparotomy before operative intervention. Elderly patients should have early involvement from geriatric specialists and careful attention paid to assessment of frailty due to its association with mortality and morbidity. Additionally, the use of enhanced recovery programmes in emergency general surgery has been shown to have some impact in reducing length of stay in emergency surgical patients. However, the emergent nature of this surgery has been shown to be a detrimental factor in full implementation of enhanced recovery programmes. The use of a national database to collect data on patients undergoing emergency laparotomy and their processes of care has led to reduced mortality and length of stay in the UK. However, internationally, fewer data are available to draw conclusions.
    MeSH term(s) Abdomen/surgery ; Emergencies ; Humans ; Laparoscopy/methods ; Perioperative Care/methods ; Postoperative Complications/prevention & control
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-01-06
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 80033-8
    ISSN 1365-2044 ; 0003-2409
    ISSN (online) 1365-2044
    ISSN 0003-2409
    DOI 10.1111/anae.14821
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  4. Article ; Online: CT-derived measures of muscle quantity and quality predict poorer outcomes from elective colorectal surgery: a UK multicentre retrospective cohort study.

    Blackwell, J E M / Herrod, P J J / Doleman, B / Boyd-Carson, H / Dolan, D / Wheldon, L / Brown, S R / Banerjea, A / Moug, S / Lund, J N

    Techniques in coloproctology

    2023  Volume 27, Issue 11, Page(s) 1091–1098

    Abstract: Purpose: To assess whether preoperative radiologically defined lean muscle measures are associated with adverse clinical outcomes in patients undergoing elective surgery for colorectal cancer.: Methods: This retrospective UK-based multicentre data ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To assess whether preoperative radiologically defined lean muscle measures are associated with adverse clinical outcomes in patients undergoing elective surgery for colorectal cancer.
    Methods: This retrospective UK-based multicentre data collection study identified patients having had colorectal cancer resection with curative intent between January 2013 to December 2016. Preoperative computed-tomography (CT) scans were used to measure psoas muscle characteristics. Clinical records provided postoperative morbidity and mortality data.
    Results: This study included 1122 patients. The cohort was separated into a combined group (patients with both sarcopenia and myosteatosis) and others group (either sarcopenia or myosteatosis, or neither). For the combined group, anastomotic leak was predicted on univariate (OR 4.1, 95% CI 1.43-11.79; p = 0.009) and multivariate analysis (OR 4.37, 95% CI 1.41-13.53; p = 0.01). Also for the combined group, mortality (up to 5 years postoperatively) was predicted on univariate (HR 2.41, 95% CI 1.64-3.52; p < 0.001) and multivariate analysis (HR 1.93, 95% CI 1.28-2.89; p = 0.002). A strong correlation exists between freehand-drawn region of interest-derived psoas density measurement and using the ellipse tool (R
    Conclusion: Measures of lean muscle quality and quantity, which predict important clinical outcomes, can be quickly and easily taken from routine preoperative imaging in patients being considered for colorectal cancer surgery. As poor muscle mass and quality are again shown to predict poorer clinical outcomes, these should be proactively targeted within prehabilitation, perioperative and rehabilitation phases to minimise negative impact of these pathological states.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Sarcopenia/diagnostic imaging ; Sarcopenia/etiology ; Retrospective Studies ; Colorectal Surgery ; Postoperative Complications/etiology ; Risk Factors ; Colorectal Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging ; Colorectal Neoplasms/surgery ; Psoas Muscles/diagnostic imaging ; Psoas Muscles/pathology ; Tomography, X-Ray Computed/methods ; United Kingdom ; Muscle, Skeletal/diagnostic imaging ; Muscle, Skeletal/pathology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-03
    Publishing country Italy
    Document type Multicenter Study ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2083309-X
    ISSN 1128-045X ; 1123-6337
    ISSN (online) 1128-045X
    ISSN 1123-6337
    DOI 10.1007/s10151-023-02769-3
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  5. Article ; Online: Appendectomy versus antibiotic treatment for acute appendicitis.

    Doleman, Brett / Fonnes, Siv / Lund, Jon N / Boyd-Carson, Hannah / Javanmard-Emamghissi, Hannah / Moug, Susan / Hollyman, Marianne / Tierney, Gillian / Tou, Samson / Williams, John P

    The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

    2024  Volume 4, Page(s) CD015038

    Abstract: Background: Acute appendicitis is one of the most common emergency general surgical conditions worldwide. Uncomplicated/simple appendicitis can be treated with appendectomy or antibiotics. Some studies have suggested possible benefits with antibiotics ... ...

    Abstract Background: Acute appendicitis is one of the most common emergency general surgical conditions worldwide. Uncomplicated/simple appendicitis can be treated with appendectomy or antibiotics. Some studies have suggested possible benefits with antibiotics with reduced complications, length of hospital stay, and the number of days off work. However, surgery may improve success of treatment as antibiotic treatment is associated with recurrence and future need for surgery.
    Objectives: To assess the effects of antibiotic treatment for uncomplicated/simple acute appendicitis compared with appendectomy for resolution of symptoms and complications.
    Search methods: We searched CENTRAL, MEDLINE, Embase, and two trial registers (World Health Organization International Clinical Trials Registry Platform and ClinicalTrials.gov) on 19 July 2022. We also searched for unpublished studies in conference proceedings together with reference checking and citation search. There were no restrictions on date, publication status, or language of publication.
    Selection criteria: We included parallel-group randomised controlled trials (RCTs) only. We included studies where most participants were adults with uncomplicated/simple appendicitis. Interventions included antibiotics (by any route) compared with appendectomy (open or laparoscopic).
    Data collection and analysis: We used standard methodology expected by Cochrane. We used GRADE to assess the certainty of evidence for each outcome. Primary outcomes included mortality and success of treatment, and secondary outcomes included number of participants requiring appendectomy in the antibiotic group, complications, pain, length of hospital stay, sick leave, malignancy in the antibiotic group, negative appendectomy rate, and quality of life. Success of treatment definitions were heterogeneous although mainly based on resolution of symptoms rather than incorporation of long-term recurrence or need for surgery in the antibiotic group.
    Main results: We included 13 studies in the review covering 1675 participants randomised to antibiotics and 1683 participants randomised to appendectomy. One study was unpublished. All were conducted in secondary care and two studies received pharmaceutical funding. All studies used broad-spectrum antibiotic regimens expected to cover gastrointestinal bacteria. Most studies used predominantly laparoscopic surgery, but some included mainly open procedures. Six studies included adults and children. Almost all studies aimed to exclude participants with complicated appendicitis prior to randomisation, although one study included 12% with perforation. The diagnostic technique was clinical assessment and imaging in most studies. Only one study limited inclusion by sex (male only). Follow-up ranged from hospital admission only to seven years. Certainty of evidence was mainly affected by risk of bias (due to lack of blinding and loss to follow-up) and imprecision. Primary outcomes It is uncertain whether there was any difference in mortality due to the very low-certainty evidence (Peto odds ratio (OR) 0.51, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.05 to 4.95; 1 study, 492 participants). There may be 76 more people per 1000 having unsuccessful treatment in the antibiotic group compared with surgery, which did not reach our predefined level for clinical significance (risk ratio (RR) 0.91, 95% CI 0.87 to 0.96; I
    Authors' conclusions: Antibiotics may be associated with higher rates of unsuccessful treatment for 76 per 1000 people, although differences may not be clinically significant. It is uncertain if antibiotics increase length of hospital stay by half a day. Antibiotics may reduce wound infections. A third of the participants initially treated with antibiotics required subsequent appendectomy or two-thirds avoided surgery within one year, but the evidence is very uncertain. There were too few data from the included studies to comment on major complications.
    MeSH term(s) Appendicitis/surgery ; Appendicitis/drug therapy ; Humans ; Appendectomy/adverse effects ; Anti-Bacterial Agents/therapeutic use ; Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic ; Length of Stay ; Adult ; Acute Disease ; Bias ; Quality of Life ; Recurrence ; Sick Leave/statistics & numerical data ; Laparoscopy/adverse effects ; Postoperative Complications ; Male ; Female
    Chemical Substances Anti-Bacterial Agents
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-29
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Systematic Review ; Meta-Analysis ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Review
    ISSN 1469-493X
    ISSN (online) 1469-493X
    DOI 10.1002/14651858.CD015038.pub2
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  6. Article ; Online: Trainee-led emergency laparotomy operating.

    Boyd-Carson, H / Doleman, B / Lockwood, S / Williams, J P / Tierney, G M / Lund, J N

    The British journal of surgery

    2020  Volume 107, Issue 10, Page(s) 1289–1298

    Abstract: Background: To achieve completion of training in general surgery, trainees are required to demonstrate competency in common procedures performed at emergency laparotomy. The aim of this study was to describe the patterns of trainee-led emergency ... ...

    Abstract Background: To achieve completion of training in general surgery, trainees are required to demonstrate competency in common procedures performed at emergency laparotomy. The aim of this study was to describe the patterns of trainee-led emergency laparotomy operating and the association between postoperative outcomes.
    Methods: Data on all patients who had an emergency laparotomy between December 2013 and November 2017 were extracted from the National Emergency Laparotomy Audit database. Patients were grouped by grade of operating surgeon: trainee (specialty registrar) or consultant (including post-Certificate of Completion of Training fellows). Trends in trainee operating by deanery, hospital size and time of day of surgery were investigated. Univariable and adjusted regression analyses were performed for the outcomes 90-day mortality and return to theatre, with analysis of patients in operative subgroups segmental colectomy, Hartmann's procedure, adhesiolysis and repair of perforated peptic ulcer disease.
    Results: The study cohort included 87 367 patients. The 90-day mortality rate was 15·1 per cent in the consultant group compared with 11·0 per cent in the trainee group. There were no increased odds of death by 90 days or of return to theatre across any of the operative groups when the operation was performed with a trainee listed as the most senior surgeon in theatre. Trainees were more likely to operate independently in high-volume centres (highest- versus lowest-volume centres: odds ratio (OR) 2·11, 95 per cent c.i. 1·91 to 2·33) and at night (00.00 to 07.59 versus 08.00 to 11.59 hours; OR 3·20, 2·95 to 3·48).
    Conclusion: There is significant variation in trainee-led operating in emergency laparotomy by geographical area, hospital size and by time of day. However, this does not appear to influence mortality or return to theatre.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Adult ; Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; Cohort Studies ; Emergencies ; England ; Female ; General Surgery/education ; Hospitals, High-Volume/statistics & numerical data ; Humans ; Internship and Residency ; Laparotomy ; Length of Stay/statistics & numerical data ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Night Care/statistics & numerical data ; Reoperation/statistics & numerical data ; Surgical Procedures, Operative/statistics & numerical data ; Wales ; Young Adult
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-04-26
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2985-3
    ISSN 1365-2168 ; 0263-1202 ; 0007-1323 ; 1355-7688
    ISSN (online) 1365-2168
    ISSN 0263-1202 ; 0007-1323 ; 1355-7688
    DOI 10.1002/bjs.11611
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  7. Article ; Online: Anti-platelet therapy does not influence the outcome of patients undergoing hepatic resection for colorectal liver metastases, an observational study.

    Boyd-Carson, H / Irving, G / Navarro, A P / Cameron, I C / Gomez, D S

    International journal of surgery (London, England)

    2018  Volume 53, Page(s) 59–64

    Abstract: Aim: To evaluate the impact of anti-platelet therapy on the outcomes of patients undergoing liver resection for CRLM. Secondary aim was to determine whether anti-platelet therapy influenced histo-pathological changes in CRLM.: Methods: Patients ... ...

    Abstract Aim: To evaluate the impact of anti-platelet therapy on the outcomes of patients undergoing liver resection for CRLM. Secondary aim was to determine whether anti-platelet therapy influenced histo-pathological changes in CRLM.
    Methods: Patients treated with liver resection for CRLM were identified from a prospectively maintained hepatobiliary database during an 11-year period. Collated data included demographics, primary tumour treatment, surgical data, histopathology analysis and clinical outcome.
    Results: 454 patients that underwent primary hepatic resections for CRLM were included. 60 patients were on anti-platelet therapy. 241 patients developed recurrent disease and 131 patients have died. Multi-variate analysis identified 4 independent predictors of disease-free survival: tumour number; tumour size; peri-neural invasion; and resection margin. The presence of peri-neural invasion and multiple hepatic metastases were independent predictors of poorer overall survival on multi-variate analysis. Uni-variate analysis showed that the use of anti-platelet therapy was associated with larger tumour size (p=0.031) and vascular invasion (p=0.023).
    Conclusion: Anti-platelet therapy does not affect the survival outcome in patients with CRLM following liver resection. Anti-platelet therapy is associated with larger liver metastases and vascular invasion on histo-pathological analysis.
    Synopsis: A large retrospective study looking at outcomes of patients taking pre operative anti platelet therapy who have undergone liver resection for colorectal liver metastases.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Aged ; Colorectal Neoplasms/mortality ; Colorectal Neoplasms/pathology ; Colorectal Neoplasms/surgery ; Female ; Hepatectomy/methods ; Hepatectomy/mortality ; Humans ; Liver Neoplasms/mortality ; Liver Neoplasms/secondary ; Liver Neoplasms/surgery ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors/administration & dosage ; Preoperative Care/methods ; Retrospective Studies ; Treatment Outcome
    Chemical Substances Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-03-16
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Observational Study
    ZDB-ID 2212038-5
    ISSN 1743-9159 ; 1743-9191
    ISSN (online) 1743-9159
    ISSN 1743-9191
    DOI 10.1016/j.ijsu.2018.03.031
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  8. Article: Postoperative Ascites of Unknown Origin following Laparoscopic Appendicectomy: An Unusual Complication of Laparoscopic Surgery.

    Feretis, M / Boyd-Carson, H / Karim, A

    Case reports in surgery

    2014  Volume 2014, Page(s) 549791

    Abstract: Postoperative ascites is a very rare complication of laparoscopic surgery. Significant iatrogenic injuries to the bowel, the urinary tract, and the lymphatic system should be excluded promptly to avoid devastating results for the patient. In some cases, ... ...

    Abstract Postoperative ascites is a very rare complication of laparoscopic surgery. Significant iatrogenic injuries to the bowel, the urinary tract, and the lymphatic system should be excluded promptly to avoid devastating results for the patient. In some cases, in spite of investigating patients extensively, no definitive causative factor for the accumulation of fluid can be identified. In such cases, idiopathic allergic or inflammatory reaction of the peritoneum may be responsible for the development of ascites. We present a case of ascites of an unknown origin in a young female patient following a laparoscopic appendicectomy.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2014-04-13
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2657697-1
    ISSN 2090-6919 ; 2090-6900
    ISSN (online) 2090-6919
    ISSN 2090-6900
    DOI 10.1155/2014/549791
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  9. Article ; Online: Safe investigation of isolated change in bowel habit with a flexible sigmoidoscopy? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

    Herrod, Pjj / Boyd-Carson, H / Doleman, B / Blackwell, Jem / Hardy, Ejo / Harper, F / Lund, J N

    Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

    2019  Volume 101, Issue 6, Page(s) 379–386

    Abstract: Introduction: Public awareness campaigns have led to increasing referrals of patients to colorectal surgery for possible cancer. Change in bowel habit, is traditionally described as a symptom of a left sided bowel cancer. If this is the case in practice, ...

    Abstract Introduction: Public awareness campaigns have led to increasing referrals of patients to colorectal surgery for possible cancer. Change in bowel habit, is traditionally described as a symptom of a left sided bowel cancer. If this is the case in practice, it raises the potentially attractive option of investigating such patients with flexible sigmoidoscopy only. This study sought to systematically review the literature describing tumour location of patients with bowel cancer presenting with left-sided symptoms to establish the safety of potential investigation of these patients with flexible sigmoidoscopy alone.
    Methods: A systematic review of studies reporting both the presenting symptoms of patients with bowel cancer and the location of their cancer in the bowel was prospectively registered (CRD42017072492). MEDLINE, EMBASE and CENTRAL were searched with no date or language restriction.
    Results: Seven studies were included. Isolated change in bowel habit (with or without rectal bleeding) was a presenting symptom of 73% (95% CI 41-96%, I2 = 99%) of left-sided cancers but also in 13% (95% CI 2-30%, I2 = 96%) of right-sided cancers. In all patients with cancer who presented with isolated change in bowel habit (with or without rectal bleeding), the cancer was right sided in 8% (95% CI 4-12%, I2 = 69%).
    Conclusions: There is a higher than expected risk that if a cancer is diagnosed in a patient presenting with either an isolated change in bowel habit or a combination of change in bowel habit with rectal bleeding, the cancer may be right sided.
    MeSH term(s) Colorectal Neoplasms/diagnosis ; Humans ; Sigmoidoscopy/adverse effects
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-03-11
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Meta-Analysis ; Systematic Review
    ZDB-ID 80044-2
    ISSN 1478-7083 ; 0035-8843
    ISSN (online) 1478-7083
    ISSN 0035-8843
    DOI 10.1308/rcsann.2019.0012
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  10. Article ; Online: Association between surgeon special interest and mortality after emergency laparotomy.

    Boyd-Carson, H / Doleman, B / Herrod, P J J / Anderson, I D / Williams, J P / Lund, J N / Tierney, G M

    The British journal of surgery

    2019  Volume 106, Issue 7, Page(s) 940–948

    Abstract: Background: Approximately 30 000 emergency laparotomies are performed each year in England and Wales. Patients with pathology of the gastrointestinal tract requiring emergency laparotomy are managed by general surgeons with an elective special interest ... ...

    Abstract Background: Approximately 30 000 emergency laparotomies are performed each year in England and Wales. Patients with pathology of the gastrointestinal tract requiring emergency laparotomy are managed by general surgeons with an elective special interest focused on either the upper or lower gastrointestinal tract. This study investigated the impact of special interest on mortality after emergency laparotomy.
    Methods: Adult patients having emergency laparotomy with either colorectal or gastroduodenal pathology were identified from the National Emergency Laparotomy Audit database and grouped according to operative procedure. Outcomes included all-cause 30-day mortality, length of hospital stay and return to theatre. Logistic and Poisson regression were used to analyse the association between consultant special interest and the three outcomes.
    Results: A total of 33 819 patients (28 546 colorectal, 5273 upper gastrointestinal (UGI)) were included. Patients who had colorectal procedures performed by a consultant without a special interest in colorectal surgery had an increased adjusted 30-day mortality risk (odds ratio (OR) 1·23, 95 per cent c.i. 1·13 to 1·33). Return to theatre also increased in this group (OR 1·13, 1·05 to 1·20). UGI procedures performed by non-UGI special interest surgeons carried an increased adjusted risk of 30-day mortality (OR 1·24, 1·02 to 1·53). The risk of return to theatre was not increased (OR 0·89, 0·70 to 1·12).
    Conclusion: Emergency laparotomy performed by a surgeon whose special interest is not in the area of the pathology carries an increased risk of death at 30 days. This finding potentially has significant implications for emergency service configuration, training and workforce provision, and should stimulate discussion among all stakeholders.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Adult ; Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; Clinical Competence/statistics & numerical data ; Databases, Factual ; Emergencies ; England/epidemiology ; Female ; Gastroenterology ; General Surgery ; Humans ; Laparotomy/mortality ; Logistic Models ; Male ; Medical Audit ; Middle Aged ; Odds Ratio ; Poisson Distribution ; Prospective Studies ; Risk Factors ; Specialization ; Wales/epidemiology ; Young Adult
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-04-25
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Observational Study
    ZDB-ID 2985-3
    ISSN 1365-2168 ; 0263-1202 ; 0007-1323 ; 1355-7688
    ISSN (online) 1365-2168
    ISSN 0263-1202 ; 0007-1323 ; 1355-7688
    DOI 10.1002/bjs.11146
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