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  1. Article ; Online: Impact of the 12-gene recurrence score in influencing adjuvant chemotherapy prescription in mismatch repair proficient stage II/III colonic carcinoma-a systematic review and meta-analysis.

    Davey, Matthew G / O'Neill, Maeve / Regan, Mark / Meshkat, Babak / Nugent, Emmeline / Joyce, Myles / Hogan, Aisling M

    International journal of colorectal disease

    2023  Volume 38, Issue 1, Page(s) 71

    Abstract: Introduction: The 12-gene recurrence score (RS) is a clinically validated assay which predicts recurrence risk in patients with stage II/III colon cancer. Decisions regarding adjuvant chemotherapy may be guided using this assay or based on the judgement ...

    Abstract Introduction: The 12-gene recurrence score (RS) is a clinically validated assay which predicts recurrence risk in patients with stage II/III colon cancer. Decisions regarding adjuvant chemotherapy may be guided using this assay or based on the judgement of tumour board.
    Aims: To assess the concordance between the RS and MDT decisions regarding adjuvant chemotherapy in colon cancer.
    Methods: A systematic review was performed in accordance with PRISMA guidelines. Meta-analyses were performed using the Mantel-Haenszel method using the Review Manager version 5.4 software.
    Results: Four studies including 855 patients with a mean age of 68 years (range: 25-90 years) met inclusion criteria. Overall, 79.2% had stage II disease (677/855) and 20.8% had stage III disease (178/855). For the entire cohort, concordant results between the 12-gene assay and MDT were more likely than discordant (odds ratio (OR): 0.38, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.25-0.56, P < 0.001). Patients were more likely to have chemotherapy omitted than escalated when using the RS (OR: 9.76, 95% CI: 6.72-14.18, P < 0.001). For those with stage II disease, concordant results between the 12-gene assay and MDT were more likely than discordant (OR: 0.30, 95% CI: 0.17-0.53, P < 0.001). In stage II disease, patients were more likely to have chemotherapy omitted than escalated when using the RS (OR: 7.39, 95% CI: 4.85-11.26, P < 0.001).
    Conclusions: The use of the 12-gene signature refutes the decision of tumour board in 25% of cases, with 75% of discordant decisions resulting in omission of adjuvant chemotherapy. Therefore, it is possible that a proportion of such patients are being overtreated when relying on tumour board decisions alone.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Aged ; DNA Mismatch Repair/genetics ; Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols/therapeutic use ; Neoplasm Staging ; Colonic Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Colonic Neoplasms/genetics ; Colonic Neoplasms/pathology ; Chemotherapy, Adjuvant ; Carcinoma
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-13
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Meta-Analysis ; Systematic Review ; Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 84975-3
    ISSN 1432-1262 ; 0179-1958
    ISSN (online) 1432-1262
    ISSN 0179-1958
    DOI 10.1007/s00384-023-04364-2
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  2. Article: Changing the Rules of the Game: How Do We Measure Success in Social Media?

    Hogan, Aisling M / Winter, Desmond C

    Clinics in colon and rectal surgery

    2017  Volume 30, Issue 4, Page(s) 259–263

    Abstract: Ours will be the generation proud to say we shifted the sands of educational deserts by open access and proliferation, seeding of data sharing, and watering grassroots research in resource-compromised environments. Universal "social" media is defining ... ...

    Abstract Ours will be the generation proud to say we shifted the sands of educational deserts by open access and proliferation, seeding of data sharing, and watering grassroots research in resource-compromised environments. Universal "social" media is defining features of modern professional life that provide powerful modes of knowledge acquisition/sharing to that end. Altmetric and other measurements stratify academic communications according to this alternate, online media presence (not academic penetrance). Are they meaningless, self-absorbed integers, or reliable yardsticks of scientific and educational prowess? Far beyond this trite, patronizing question from the minds of outdated, terrified technophobes, the real impact of "social" media is not narcissistic solipsism. Instant dissemination of contemporary surgical controversies on a truly global level drives improved (or at least reflective) health care for all. While a numerical assignment of value according to views, "likes," impressions, or "retweets" may seem meaningless to cynical, established academics, the impetus for universal improvement is self-evident. Electronic data and opinion sharing may not balance the inequity between low- and high-income countries, but it keeps it in perspective. The best way to shift desert sands is to blow on them constantly.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-09-12
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2048635-2
    ISSN 1531-0043
    ISSN 1531-0043
    DOI 10.1055/s-0037-1604254
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  3. Article ; Online: Influence of neoadjuvant treatment strategy on perioperative outcomes in locally advanced rectal cancer.

    McFeetors, Carson / O'Connell, Lauren V / Choy, Megan / Dundon, Niamh / Regan, Mark / Joyce, Myles / Meshkat, Babak / Hogan, Aisling / Nugent, Emmeline

    Colorectal disease : the official journal of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland

    2024  

    Abstract: Aim: Neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (nCRT) in locally advanced rectal cancer facilitates tumour downstaging and complete pathological response (pCR). The goal of neoadjuvant systemic chemotherapy (total neoadjuvant chemotherapy, TNT) is to further ... ...

    Abstract Aim: Neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (nCRT) in locally advanced rectal cancer facilitates tumour downstaging and complete pathological response (pCR). The goal of neoadjuvant systemic chemotherapy (total neoadjuvant chemotherapy, TNT) is to further improve local and systemic control. While some patients forgo surgery, total mesorectal excision (TME) remains the standard of care. While TNT appears to be noninferior to nCRT with respect to short-term oncological outcomes few data exist on perioperative outcomes. Perioperative morbidity including anastomotic leaks is associated with a negative effect on oncological outcomes, probably due to a delay in proceeding to adjuvant therapy. Thus, we aimed to compare conversion rates, rates of sphincter-preserving surgery and anastomosis formation rates in patients undergoing rectal resection after either TNT or standard nCRT.
    Methods: An institutional colorectal oncology database was searched from January 2018 to July 2023. Inclusion criteria comprised patients with histologically confirmed rectal cancer who had undergone neoadjuvant therapy and TME. Exclusion criteria comprised patients with a noncolorectal primary, those operated on emergently or who had local excision only. Outcomes evaluated included rates of conversion to open, sphincter-preserving surgery, anastomosis formation and anastomotic leak.
    Results: A total of 119 patients were eligible for inclusion (60 with standard nCRT, 59 with TNT). There were no differences in rates of sphincter preservation or primary anastomosis formation between the groups. However, a significant increase in conversion to open (p = 0.03) and anastomotic leak (p = 0.03) was observed in the TNT cohort.
    Conclusion: In this series TNT appears to be associated with higher rates of conversion to open surgery and higher anastomotic leak rates. While larger studies will be required to confirm these findings, these factors should be considered alongside oncological benefits when selecting treatment strategies.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-29
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1440017-0
    ISSN 1463-1318 ; 1462-8910
    ISSN (online) 1463-1318
    ISSN 1462-8910
    DOI 10.1111/codi.16929
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  4. Article: Benign cyst with xanthogranulomatous inflammation involving the transverse colon and the common iliac artery.

    Corless, Kevin / Samy, Amir / Kamil, Ahmed / Hogan, Aisling Maria

    Journal of surgical case reports

    2020  Volume 2020, Issue 9, Page(s) rjaa295

    Abstract: Xanthogranulomatous inflammation (XGI) is a rare process. Colonic XGI is extremely rare. We present a case report of XGI arising within an intra-abdominal cyst involving the transverse colon. A 28-year-old man presented with abdominal discomfort. He ... ...

    Abstract Xanthogranulomatous inflammation (XGI) is a rare process. Colonic XGI is extremely rare. We present a case report of XGI arising within an intra-abdominal cyst involving the transverse colon. A 28-year-old man presented with abdominal discomfort. He underwent a computed tomography abdomen-pelvis, which found three subcutaneous collections and a large cystic intra-abdominal structure. The decision was made for resection. Intraoperatively, the cyst originated from the pelvis and was adherent to the surrounding tissues. Histology from the lesion revealed XGI extending into the surrounding tissue. XGI is a rare inflammatory condition. Clinically, it can be difficult to distinguish XGI from an infiltrative malignancy. Therefore, it is usually necessary to obtain a pathological diagnosis of XGI. This case describes an atypical cystic lesion with XGI involving the transverse colon. Although rare, it should be considered in the potential differential diagnosis of an infective or malignant mesenteric cyst.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-09-14
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports
    ISSN 2042-8812
    ISSN 2042-8812
    DOI 10.1093/jscr/rjaa295
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  5. Article ; Online: Evaluating the oncological safety of neoadjuvant chemotherapy in locally advanced colon carcinoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised clinical trials and propensity-matched studies.

    Davey, Matthew G / Amir, Amira H / Ryan, Odhrán K / Donnelly, Mark / Donlon, Noel E / Regan, Mark / Meshkat, Babak / Nugent, Emmeline / Joyce, Myles / Hogan, Aisling M

    International journal of colorectal disease

    2023  Volume 38, Issue 1, Page(s) 193

    Abstract: Purpose: Use of neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) for locally advanced colon cancer (LACC) remains controversial. An integrated analysis of data from high-quality studies may inform the long-term safety of NAC for this cohort. Our aim was to perform a ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: Use of neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) for locally advanced colon cancer (LACC) remains controversial. An integrated analysis of data from high-quality studies may inform the long-term safety of NAC for this cohort. Our aim was to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised clinical trials (RCTs) and propensity-matched studies to assess the oncological safety of NAC in patients with LACC.
    Methods: A systematic review was performed as per preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Survival was expressed as hazard ratios using time-to-effect generic inverse variance methodology, while surgical outcomes were expressed as odds ratios (ORs) using the Mantel-Haenszel method. Data analysis was performed using Review Manager version 5.4.
    Results: Eight studies (4 RCTs and 4 retrospective studies) including 31,047 patients with LACC were included. Mean age was 61.0 years (range: 19-93 years) and mean follow-up was 47.6 months (range: 2-133 months). Of those receiving NAC, 4.6% achieved a pathological complete response and 90.6% achieved R0 resection (versus 85.9%, P < 0.001). At 3 years, patients receiving NAC had improved disease-free survival (DFS) (OR: 1.28, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.02-1.60, P = 0.030) and overall survival (OS) (OR: 1.76, 95% CI: 1.10-2.81, P = 0.020). When using time-to-effect modelling, a non-significant difference was observed for DFS (HR: 0.79, 95% CI: 0.57-1.09, P = 0.150) while a significant difference in favour of NAC was observed for OS (HR: 0.75, 95% CI: 0.58-0.98, P = 0.030).
    Conclusion: This study highlights the oncological safety of NAC for patients being treated with curative intent for LACC using RCT and propensity-matched studies only. These results refute current management guidelines which do not advocate for NAC to improve surgical and oncological outcomes in patients with LACC.
    Trial registration: International Prospective Register of Systematic Review (PROSPERO) registration: CRD4202341723.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Middle Aged ; Neoadjuvant Therapy/adverse effects ; Colonic Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Colonic Neoplasms/surgery ; Disease-Free Survival ; Odds Ratio ; Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-11
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Meta-Analysis ; Systematic Review ; Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 84975-3
    ISSN 1432-1262 ; 0179-1958
    ISSN (online) 1432-1262
    ISSN 0179-1958
    DOI 10.1007/s00384-023-04482-x
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  6. Article: Changing the Rules of the Game: How Do We Measure Success in Social Media?

    Hogan, Aisling M. / Winter, Desmond C.

    Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery

    (Hot Topics: Social Media and Surgery)

    2017  Volume 30, Issue 04, Page(s) 259–263

    Abstract: Ours will be the generation proud to say we shifted the sands of educational deserts by open access and proliferation, seeding of data sharing, and watering grassroots research in resource-compromised environments. Universal “social” media is defining ... ...

    Series title Hot Topics: Social Media and Surgery
    Abstract Ours will be the generation proud to say we shifted the sands of educational deserts by open access and proliferation, seeding of data sharing, and watering grassroots research in resource-compromised environments. Universal “social” media is defining features of modern professional life that provide powerful modes of knowledge acquisition/sharing to that end. Altmetric and other measurements stratify academic communications according to this alternate, online media presence (not academic penetrance). Are they meaningless, self-absorbed integers, or reliable yardsticks of scientific and educational prowess? Far beyond this trite, patronizing question from the minds of outdated, terrified technophobes, the real impact of “social” media is not narcissistic solipsism. Instant dissemination of contemporary surgical controversies on a truly global level drives improved (or at least reflective) health care for all. While a numerical assignment of value according to views, “likes,” impressions, or “retweets” may seem meaningless to cynical, established academics, the impetus for universal improvement is self-evident. Electronic data and opinion sharing may not balance the inequity between low- and high-income countries, but it keeps it in perspective. The best way to shift desert sands is to blow on them constantly.
    Keywords social media ; Twitter ; altmetrics ; Publons
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-09-01
    Publisher Thieme Medical Publishers
    Publishing place Stuttgart ; New York
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 2072321-0
    ISSN 1530-9681 ; 1531-0043
    ISSN (online) 1530-9681
    ISSN 1531-0043
    DOI 10.1055/s-0037-1604254
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  7. Article ; Online: The use of radiomic analysis of magnetic resonance imaging in predicting distant metastases of rectal carcinoma following surgical resection: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

    Davey, Martin S / Davey, Matthew G / Ryan, Éanna J / Hogan, Aisling M / Kerin, Michael J / Joyce, Myles

    Colorectal disease : the official journal of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland

    2021  Volume 23, Issue 12, Page(s) 3065–3072

    Abstract: Aim: Estimating prognosis in rectal carcinoma (RC) is challenging, with distant recurrence (DR) occurring in up to 30% of cases. Radiomics is a novel field using diagnostic imaging to investigate the tumour heterogeneity of cancers and may have the ... ...

    Abstract Aim: Estimating prognosis in rectal carcinoma (RC) is challenging, with distant recurrence (DR) occurring in up to 30% of cases. Radiomics is a novel field using diagnostic imaging to investigate the tumour heterogeneity of cancers and may have the potential to predict DR. The aim of the study was to perform a systematic review of the current literature evaluating the use of radiomics in predicting DR in patients with resected RC.
    Methods: A systematic review was performed as per PRISMA guidelines to identify studies reporting radiomic analysis of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to predict DR in patients diagnosed with RC. Sensitivity and specificity of radiomic analyses were included for meta-analysis.
    Results: A total of seven studies including 1497 patients (998 males) were included, seven, five and one of whom reported radiomics, respectively. The overall pooled rate of DR from all included studies was 17.1% (256/1497), with 15.6% (236/1497), 1.3% (19/1497) and 0.2% (3/1497) of patients having hepatic, pulmonary and peritoneal metastases. Meta-analysis demonstrated that radiomics correctly predicted DR with pooled sensitivities and specificities of MRI 0.76 (95% CI: 0.73, 0.78) and 0.85 (95% CI: 0.83, 0.88), respectively.
    Conclusion: This systematic review suggests the benefit of radiomic analysis of preoperative MRI in identifying patients with resected RC at an increased risk of DR. Our findings warrant validation in larger prospective studies as modalities to predict DR is a significant unmet need in RC. Radiomics may allow for tailored therapeutic strategies for high-risk groups.
    MeSH term(s) Carcinoma/diagnostic imaging ; Carcinoma/surgery ; Humans ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging ; Male ; Prospective Studies ; Rectal Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging ; Rectal Neoplasms/surgery ; Retrospective Studies ; Sensitivity and Specificity
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-10-01
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Meta-Analysis ; Review ; Systematic Review
    ZDB-ID 1440017-0
    ISSN 1463-1318 ; 1462-8910
    ISSN (online) 1463-1318
    ISSN 1462-8910
    DOI 10.1111/codi.15919
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  8. Article ; Online: Riding the waves: the ongoing impact of COVID-19 on a national surgical training cohort.

    Hennessy, Orla / Fowler, Amy Lee / Hennessy, Conor / Brinkman, David / Hogan, Aisling / Nugent, Emmeline / Joyce, Myles

    Irish journal of medical science

    2021  Volume 191, Issue 4, Page(s) 1823–1829

    Abstract: Background: The World Health Organisation declared a global pandemic on the 11 March 2020 resulting in implementation of methods to contain viral spread, including curtailment of all elective and non-emergent interventions. Many institutions have ... ...

    Abstract Background: The World Health Organisation declared a global pandemic on the 11 March 2020 resulting in implementation of methods to contain viral spread, including curtailment of all elective and non-emergent interventions. Many institutions have experienced changes in rostering practices and redeployment of trainees to non-surgical services. Examinations, study days, courses, and conferences have been cancelled. These changes have the potential to significantly impact the education and training of surgical trainees.
    Aim: To investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on training, educational, and operative experiences of Irish surgical trainees.
    Methods: Surgical trainees were surveyed anonymously regarding changes in working and educational practices since the declaration of the COVID-19 pandemic on 11 March 2020. The survey was circulated in May 2020 to both core and higher RCSI surgical trainees, when restrictions were at level five. Questions included previous and current access to operative sessions as well as operative cases, previous and current educational activities, access to senior-led training, and access to simulation-/practical-based training methods. A repeat survey was carried out in October 2020 when restrictions were at level two.
    Results: Overall, primary and secondary survey response rates were 29% (n = 98/340) and 19.1% (n = 65/340), respectively. At the time of circulation of the second survey, the number of operative sessions attended and cases performed had significantly improved to numbers experienced pre-pandemic (p < 0.0001). Exposure to formal teaching and education sessions returned to pre-COVID levels (p < 0.0001). Initially, 23% of trainees had an examination cancelled; 53% of these trainees have subsequently sat these examinations. Of note 27.7% had courses cancelled, and 97% of these had not been rescheduled.
    Conclusion: Surgical training and education have been significantly impacted in light of COVID-19. This is likely to continue to fluctuate in line with subsequent waves. Significant efforts have to be made to enable trainees to meet educational and operative targets.
    MeSH term(s) COVID-19/epidemiology ; Clinical Competence ; Humans ; Internship and Residency ; Pandemics ; Surveys and Questionnaires
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-08-27
    Publishing country Ireland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 390895-1
    ISSN 1863-4362 ; 0021-1265
    ISSN (online) 1863-4362
    ISSN 0021-1265
    DOI 10.1007/s11845-021-02739-4
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  9. Article ; Online: Neoadjuvant radiotherapy for rectal cancer management.

    Feeney, Gerard / Sehgal, Rishabh / Sheehan, Margaret / Hogan, Aisling / Regan, Mark / Joyce, Myles / Kerin, Michael

    World journal of gastroenterology

    2019  Volume 25, Issue 33, Page(s) 4850–4869

    Abstract: Thirty per cent of all colorectal tumours develop in the rectum. The location of the rectum within the bony pelvis and its proximity to vital structures presents significant therapeutic challenges when considering neoadjuvant options and surgical ... ...

    Abstract Thirty per cent of all colorectal tumours develop in the rectum. The location of the rectum within the bony pelvis and its proximity to vital structures presents significant therapeutic challenges when considering neoadjuvant options and surgical interventions. Most patients with early rectal cancer can be adequately managed by surgery alone. However, a significant proportion of patients with rectal cancer present with locally advanced disease and will potentially benefit from down staging prior to surgery. Neoadjuvant therapy involves a variety of options including radiotherapy, chemotherapy used alone or in combination. Neoadjuvant radiotherapy in rectal cancer has been shown to be effective in reducing tumour burden in advance of curative surgery. The gold standard surgical rectal cancer management aims to achieve surgical removal of the tumour and all draining lymph nodes, within an intact mesorectal package, in order to minimise local recurrence. It is critically important that all rectal cancer cases are discussed at a multidisciplinary meeting represented by all relevant specialties. Pre-operative staging including CT thorax, abdomen, pelvis to assess for distal disease and magnetic resonance imaging to assess local involvement is essential. Staging radiology and MDT discussion are integral in identifying patients who require neoadjuvant radiotherapy. While Neoadjuvant radiotherapy is potentially beneficial it may also result in morbidity and thus should be reserved for those patients who are at a high risk of local failure, which includes patients with nodal involvement, extramural venous invasion and threatened circumferential margin. The aim of this review is to discuss the role of neoadjuvant radiotherapy in the management of rectal cancer.
    MeSH term(s) Disease-Free Survival ; Humans ; Lymph Node Excision ; Lymph Nodes/diagnostic imaging ; Lymph Nodes/pathology ; Lymph Nodes/radiation effects ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging ; Neoadjuvant Therapy/adverse effects ; Neoadjuvant Therapy/methods ; Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/epidemiology ; Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/pathology ; Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/prevention & control ; Neoplasm Staging ; Organs at Risk/radiation effects ; Patient Selection ; Preoperative Care/methods ; Proctectomy ; Radiation Injuries/epidemiology ; Radiation Injuries/etiology ; Rectal Neoplasms/mortality ; Rectal Neoplasms/pathology ; Rectal Neoplasms/therapy ; Rectum/pathology ; Rectum/radiation effects ; Rectum/surgery ; Tomography, X-Ray Computed ; Treatment Outcome ; Tumor Burden/radiation effects
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-09-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2185929-2
    ISSN 2219-2840 ; 1007-9327
    ISSN (online) 2219-2840
    ISSN 1007-9327
    DOI 10.3748/wjg.v25.i33.4850
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  10. Article ; Online: The road to consultancy: an epidemiological study.

    Van Den Berg, Nadia / Davey, Matthew G / Davey, Martin S / Corbett, Mel / Fahy, Laura / Hogan, Aisling / Joyce, Myles

    Irish journal of medical science

    2020  Volume 190, Issue 3, Page(s) 955–963

    Abstract: Background: Modern medical and surgical training pathways have developed globally in response to changing expectations and requirements for trainees.: Aims: To determine the demographic, educational, and training characteristics of consultants in a ... ...

    Abstract Background: Modern medical and surgical training pathways have developed globally in response to changing expectations and requirements for trainees.
    Aims: To determine the demographic, educational, and training characteristics of consultants in a model 4 teaching hospital, and to evaluate the requirements met by consultant physicians and surgeons prior to their appointment to consultancy.
    Method: A single-centre study conducted by prospectively distributing written questionnaires. Data was collected and analysed using Microsoft Excel and SPSS.
    Results: This questionnaire was offered to 166 consultants, 110 of whom responded (66.0%). The vast majority were Irish (91.8%) and 70.9% male. The mean age to appointment was 35.7 ± 2.6 years. Radiology was the specialty with the youngest mean age at appointment: 34.4 ± 2.6 years, while surgery had the oldest: 36.7 ± 2.7 (P = 0.035). Overall, 80.9% trained via Higher Specialist Training (HST) schemes (89/110) and 68.2% completed a higher degree (75/110). Geriatric medicine and dermatology had the highest rate of completed higher degrees (100.0%, 3/3 and 3/3 respectively), followed by surgeons (92.3%; 24/26) and cardiologists (71.4%; 5/7). The overall duration of HST varied greatly; the mean surgical, medical and anaesthesiology durations were 6.7 ± 1.8 years, 6.6 ± 1.7 years, and 5.3 ± 2.0 years. A total of 75.4% of consultants completed fellowship (83/110).
    Conclusion: This study highlights variations in postgraduate Irish medical training pathways and discrepancies in training requirements expected in each specialty. The establishment of a modern guideline for young trainees working towards consultancy may be imperative in ensuring trainees have insight into training requirements expected in their specialty.
    MeSH term(s) Aged ; Consultants ; Epidemiologic Studies ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Specialization ; Surgeons ; Surveys and Questionnaires
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-10-06
    Publishing country Ireland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 390895-1
    ISSN 1863-4362 ; 0021-1265
    ISSN (online) 1863-4362
    ISSN 0021-1265
    DOI 10.1007/s11845-020-02391-4
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