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Goudman L, Moens M, Kelly S, Young C, Pilitsis JG. Incidence of Infections, Explantations, and Displacements/Mechanical Complications of Spinal Cord Stimulation During the Past Eight Years. Neuromodulation 2024; 27:1082-1089. [PMID: 37855766 DOI: 10.1016/j.neurom.2023.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2023] [Revised: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 10/20/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The overall awareness and potential of real-world data have drastically increased in the medical field, with potential implications for postmarket medical device surveillance. The goal of this study was to evaluate real-world data on incidence of infections, explantations, and displacements/mechanical complications of spinal cord stimulation (SCS) during the past eight years and to forecast point estimates for the upcoming three years on the basis of the identified patterns. MATERIALS AND METHODS Based on electronic health records from 80 healthcare organizations within the TriNetX data base in the USA, data of 11,934 patients who received SCS as treatment for persistent spinal pain syndrome type 2 (PSPS T2) were extracted. Events of interest were explantations and displacements/mechanical complications of both the lead and implanted pulse generator (IPG), in addition to infection rates from 2015 to 2022. Mann-Kendall tests were performed to detect monotonic trends in the time series. Forecasts were conducted for the upcoming three years for every event of interest. RESULTS Statistically significant increasing time trends were revealed for the annual incidence of IPG and lead displacements/mechanical complications in patients with PSPS T2 over the past eight years. These time trends were visible in both male and female patients and in smokers and nonsmokers. For annual incidence of explantations and infections, no significant time effect was observed. In 2025, the incidence of displacements/mechanical complications of the lead (3.07%) is predicted to be the highest, followed by explantations of the IPG (2.67%) and lead (2.02%). CONCLUSIONS Based on real world data, device explantation was the most frequent event of interest, with negative peaks in the time series in 2016 and 2020, presumably due to the introduction of rechargeable pulse generators and to the COVID-19 pandemic, respectively.
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- Lisa Goudman
- STIMULUS Research Group, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium; Department of Neurosurgery, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium; Center for Neurosciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium; Pain in Motion Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education and Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium; Research Foundation-Flanders, Brussels, Belgium; Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA.
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- STIMULUS Research Group, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium; Department of Neurosurgery, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium; Center for Neurosciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium; Pain in Motion Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education and Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium; Department of Radiology, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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- Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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- Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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Tran DNA, Nguyen BTT, Nguyen TT, Chen YP, Kuo YJ. Adverse effect of smoking on surgical site infection following ankle and calcaneal fracture fixation: a meta-analysis. EFORT Open Rev 2024; 9:817-826. [PMID: 39087505 PMCID: PMC11370714 DOI: 10.1530/eor-23-0139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/02/2024] Open
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Purpose Studies have reported conflicting findings on the relationship between smoking and surgical site infection (SSI) post fixation for ankle and calcaneal fractures. This meta-analysis explored the effect of smoking on SSI incidence following open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of these fractures. Methods Full-text studies on smoking's influence on post-ORIF SSI rates for closed ankle and calcaneal fractures were sourced from the PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases, with no consideration given to language or publication date. Study quality was appraised using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. Odds ratios (OR) and the corresponding 95% CIs were determined using random-effects models. This meta-analysis adhered to the PRISMA guidelines and was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42023429372). Results The analysis incorporated data from 16 cohort and case-control studies, totaling 41 944 subjects, 9984 of whom were smokers, with 956 SSI cases. Results indicated smokers faced a higher SSI risk (OR: 1.62; 95% CI: 1.32-1.97, P < 0.0001) post ORIF, with low heterogeneity (I 2 = 26%). Smoking was identified as a significant deep SSI risk factor (OR: 2.09; 95% CI: 1.42-3.09; P = 0.0002; I 2 = 31%). However, the subgroup analysis revealed no association between smoking and superficial SSI (OR: 1.05; 95% CI: 0.82-1.33; P = 0.70; I 2 = 0%). Conclusion Smoking is associated with increased SSI risk after ORIF for closed ankle and calcaneus fractures. Although no clear link was found between superficial SSI and smoking, the data underscore the negative influence of smoking on deep SSI incidence.
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- Duy Nguyen Anh Tran
- The International Ph.D. Program in Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Can Tho, Vietnam
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- The International Ph.D. Program in Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Can Tho, Vietnam
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- Department of Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Can Tho, Vietnam
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- Department of Orthopedics, Taipei Municipal Wan-Fang Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedics, Taipei Municipal Wan-Fang Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Bokemeyer F, Lebherz L, Bokemeyer C, Gali K, Schulz H, Bleich C. Smoking patterns and the intention to quit in German cancer patients: a cross-sectional study. BMC Cancer 2024; 24:693. [PMID: 38844877 PMCID: PMC11155111 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-024-12380-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/10/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Continued smoking after a cancer diagnosis can be associated with lower treatment tolerance, poorer outcomes, and reduced quality of life compared to non-smoking cancer patients or to those who have quit. Yet about 60% of patients continue to smoke after being diagnosed and find it difficult to quit. To address this problem, it is necessary to identify current and past smoking patterns (e.g., frequency of use, types of tobacco products) and determine whether there is motivation to quit. Similarly, factors associated with continued smoking should be identified. These data will provide the basis for the development of smoking cessation programs tailored to the needs of cancer patients. METHODS A questionnaire was distributed to cancer patients older than 18 years in a German Comprehensive Cancer Center. Participating cancer patients were divided into three main groups: 1) patients who stopped smoking before being diagnosed with cancer (Ex-before); 2) patients who stopped smoking after a cancer diagnosis (Ex-after); and 3) patients who currently smoke cigarettes (CS). Sociodemographic, medical, and psychosocial data were collected, as well as smoking patterns and the motivation to quit smoking. RESULTS About half of patients (51%) who smoked before diagnosis continue to smoke after a cancer diagnosis. Being diagnosed with a tobacco-related cancer type was associated with a decreased probability of continued smoking. Patients with tobacco-related tumors and receiving positive support in burdensome situations were more likely to have a higher cigarette dependence. Of all CS, 59.1% had intention to quit, and 22.7% reported having taken action to quit. The support by a smoking cessation program was considered important. CS were willing to spend up to €100 for support and were open to multiple sessions per week, group sessions, one-on-one sessions and/or online support. CONCLUSION These findings underscore the importance of educating cancer patients about the consequences of smoking and to provide them with support to quit. Identified risk factors may further help to recognize cancer patients with high risk of continued smoking after diagnosis. TRIAL REGISTRATION The study was registered at OSF ( https://osf.io/3c9km ) and published as a study protocol at " https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/13/4/e069570 ".
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- Frederike Bokemeyer
- Department of Medical Psychology, University Medical Center Hamburg Eppendorf, Martinistraße 52, 20246, Hamburg, Germany.
- Center for Oncology, II. Medical Clinic and Polyclinic, University Medical Center Hamburg Eppendorf, Martinistraße 52, 20246, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Department of Medical Psychology, University Medical Center Hamburg Eppendorf, Martinistraße 52, 20246, Hamburg, Germany
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- Center for Oncology, II. Medical Clinic and Polyclinic, University Medical Center Hamburg Eppendorf, Martinistraße 52, 20246, Hamburg, Germany
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- Cancer Epidemiology Group, University Cancer Center Hamburg (UCCH), University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE), Martinistraße 52, 20246, Hamburg, Germany
- Hamburg Center for Health Economics (HCHE), University of Hamburg, Esplanade 36, 20354, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Medical Psychology, University Medical Center Hamburg Eppendorf, Martinistraße 52, 20246, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Medical Psychology, University Medical Center Hamburg Eppendorf, Martinistraße 52, 20246, Hamburg, Germany
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Aghaloo T. Are Poor Outcomes Always a Surgeon's Complication? J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2024; 82:507-508. [PMID: 38697687 DOI: 10.1016/j.joms.2024.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/05/2024]
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Schootman M, Li C, Ying J, Orcutt ST, Laryea J. Maximizing Readmission Reduction in Colon Cancer Patients. J Surg Res 2024; 295:587-596. [PMID: 38096772 PMCID: PMC10922981 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2023.11.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Revised: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/12/2023] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Multiple studies have identified risk factors for readmission in colon cancer patients. We need to determine which risk factors, when modified, produce the greatest decrease in readmission for patients so that limited resources can be used most effectively by implementing targeted evidence-based performance improvements. We determined the potential impact of various modifiable risk factors on reducing 30-d readmission in colon cancer patients. METHODS We used a cohort design with the 2012-2020 American College of Surgeons' National Surgical Quality Improvement Program data to track colon cancer patients for 30 d following surgery. Colon cancer patients who received colectomies and were discharged alive were included. Readmission (to the same or another hospital) for any reason within 30 d of the resection was the outcome measure. Modifiable risk factors were the use of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) versus open colectomy, mechanical bowel preparation, preoperative antibiotic use, functional status, smoking, complications (deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction, stroke, infections, anastomotic leakage, prolonged postoperative ileus, extensive blood loss, and sepsis), serum albumin, and hematocrit. RESULTS 111,691 patients with colon cancer were included in the analysis. About half of the patients were male, most were aged 75 or older, and were discharged home. Overall, 11,138 patients (10.0%) were readmitted within 30 d of surgery. In adjusted analysis, the reduction in readmission would be largest by preventing both prolonged ileus and by switching open colectomies to MIS (28.0% relative reduction) followed by preventing anastomotic leaks (6.2% relative reduction). Improving other modifiable risk factors would have a more limited impact. CONCLUSIONS The focus of readmission reduction should be on preventing prolonged ileus, increasing the use of MIS, and preventing anastomotic leaks.
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- Mario Schootman
- Division of Community Health and Research, Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Springdale, Arkansas; Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas.
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- Division of Pharmaceutical Evaluation and Policy, Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas
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- Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas; Department of Biostatistics, Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas
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- Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas; Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas
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- Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas; Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas
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Mashbari H, Hamdi S, Darraj H, Awaf M, Zaalah S, Hakami F, Hakami KM, Alhazmi E, Al khairat L, Hakami SA, Aburasain A, Hakami IAI, Arishi AA. Knowledge, attitude and practices towards surgical wound care and healing among the public in the Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e36776. [PMID: 38134059 PMCID: PMC10735108 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000036776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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The purpose of this research was to evaluate how much the people in the Jazan region know about the care and healing of surgical wounds. Proper care of surgical wounds is very important to achieve the best treatment outcomes and to avoid negative consequences. However, factors like obesity, diabetes, and certain medications can impair wound healing, with surgical site infections being a major problem in the healthcare system. Therefore, this study aimed to determine public awareness and perceptions of surgical wound care to help improve education and raise awareness of the importance of proper wound care for better results. We run an observational cross-sectional study among adults above 18 years in the Jazan region. An online self-administered questionnaire was used in the collection of data. Simple random sampling was the used technique and 384 participants were calculated. The study used Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for data analysis and employed descriptive statistics, independent t test, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Pearson's correlation, and multivariate logistic regression to identify factors associated with knowledge of surgical site infection and wound care. This study analyzed 599 participants' knowledge, attitude, and practice about surgical site infection and wound management. While participants had a strong general understanding of surgical wounds, only 17% had a high degree of knowledge about surgical site infection and wound management. Medical students had the highest degree of knowledge, and being a medical student was the only significant predictor of having a high level of knowledge about surgical site infection (SSI) and wound care. The study emphasizes the necessity of enhanced patient education and investment in medical education quality. The participants in this study had high overall knowledge regarding surgical wounds but lacked particular knowledge concerning surgical site infection and wound management. Medical education was discovered to be a strong predictor of having a high level of knowledge about surgical site infection and wound management. Healthcare professionals should take the lead in giving accurate and reliable information regarding wound care techniques to patients, and legislators should invest in enhancing medical education quality.
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- Hassan Mashbari
- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Jazan University, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Jazan University, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Jazan University, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Jazan University, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Jazan University, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Jazan University, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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Lara C, Bezmalinovic A, García-Herrera C, Ríos S, Valenzuela LM, Martínez CE. Leukocyte- and Platelet-Rich Fibrin (L-PRF) Obtained from Smokers and Nonsmokers Shows a Similar Uniaxial Tensile Response In Vitro. Biomedicines 2023; 11:3286. [PMID: 38137506 PMCID: PMC10741047 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11123286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Revised: 11/21/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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We evaluated and compared the biomechanical properties of Leukocyte-and Platelet Rich Fibrin L-PRF clots and membranes derived from smoker and nonsmoker donors. Twenty venous-blood donors (aged 18 to 50 years) were included after signing informed consent forms. L-PRF clots were analyzed and then compressed to obtain L-PRF membranes. L-PRF clot and membrane samples were tested in quasi-static uniaxial tension and the stress-stretch response was registered and characterized. Furthermore, scanning electron microscope representative images were taken to see the fibrin structure from both groups. The analysis of stress-stretch curves allowed us to evaluate the statistical significance in differences between smoker and nonsmoker groups. L-PRF membranes showed a stiffer response and higher tensile strength when compared to L-PRF clots. However, no statistically significant differences were found between samples from smokers and nonsmokers. With the limitations of our in vitro study, we can suggest that the tensile properties of L-PRF clots and membranes from the blood of smokers and nonsmokers are similar. More studies are necessary to fully characterize the effect of smoking on the biomechanical behavior of this platelet concentrate, to further encourage its use as an alternative to promote wound healing in smokers.
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- Cesar Lara
- Laboratory of Biomechanics and Biomaterials, Mechanical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Universidad de Santiago de Chile, Santiago 9170022, Chile; (C.L.); (A.B.)
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics and Biomaterials, Mechanical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Universidad de Santiago de Chile, Santiago 9170022, Chile; (C.L.); (A.B.)
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics and Biomaterials, Mechanical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Universidad de Santiago de Chile, Santiago 9170022, Chile; (C.L.); (A.B.)
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- School of Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago 8330024, Chile;
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- Department of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, School of Engineering, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago 7820436, Chile;
- Institute for Biological and Medical Engineering, Schools of Engineering, Medicine and Biological Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago 7820436, Chile
- Research Center for Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials “CIEN-UC”, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago 7820436, Chile
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- School of Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago 8330024, Chile;
- Faculty of Dentistry, Universidad de los Andes, Santiago 7620086, Chile
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杨 露, 廖 再. [Effect of Smoking on Cancer Surgery Outcomes and Recommendations for Perioperative Smoking Cessation Intervention]. SICHUAN DA XUE XUE BAO. YI XUE BAN = JOURNAL OF SICHUAN UNIVERSITY. MEDICAL SCIENCE EDITION 2023; 54:1312-1316. [PMID: 38162073 PMCID: PMC10752766 DOI: 10.12182/20231160605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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Smoking, a common behavior that causes health risks among adults around the world, is closely associated with the risks of developing various kinds of cancers. Nevertheless, the impact of smoking on preoperative risks and postoperative outcomes of cancer surgeries has been largely overlooked. Extensive basic medical and clinical research findings and prognosis data demonstrate that smoking is associated with increased risks of multiple perioperative complications, and that smoking affects the general prognosis of patients. Smoking cessation during the preoperative and perioperative periods effectively reduces these risks and improves the long-term postoperative outcomes of cancer patients. At present, health workers and patients are not giving adequate attention to smoking cessation interventions and the quality of interventions available is poor. Herein, we discussed the necessity of comprehensive and standardized smoking cessation services and made recommendations regarding the implementation of comprehensive and standardized smoking cessation services, providing support for cancer patients to access evidence-based care during the perioperative period.
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- 露 杨
- 四川大学华西医院 临床实验中心层流研究病房/四川大学华西护理学院 (成都 610041)Laminar Flow Research Ward, Clinical Laboratory Center, West China Hospital of Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, Chiina
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- 四川大学华西医院 临床实验中心层流研究病房/四川大学华西护理学院 (成都 610041)Laminar Flow Research Ward, Clinical Laboratory Center, West China Hospital of Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, Chiina
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Ramaswamy A. Preoperative Optimization for Abdominal Wall Reconstruction. Surg Clin North Am 2023; 103:917-933. [PMID: 37709396 DOI: 10.1016/j.suc.2023.04.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/16/2023]
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Patients requiring abdominal wall reconstruction may have medical comorbidities and/or complex defects. Comorbidities such as smoking, diabetes, obesity, cirrhosis, and frailty have been associated with an increased risk of postoperative complications. Prehabilitation strategies are variably associated with improved outcomes. Large hernia defects and loss of domain may present challenges in achieving fascial closure, an important part of restoring abdominal wall function. Prehabilitation of the abdominal wall can be achieved with the use of botulinum toxin A, and preoperative progressive pneumoperitoneum.
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Reducing Surgical Risks in a Blepharoplasty. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am 2023; 31:227-238. [PMID: 37001926 DOI: 10.1016/j.fsc.2023.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/27/2023]
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Blepharoplasty is one of the commonest procedures performed for facial rejuvenation. The eyelids play a vital role in maintaining ocular surface integrity and visual functioning. Care must be taken to avoid complications that pose a risk to vision and ocular comfort. In addition, cosmetic complications can adversely affect patient satisfaction. Here the authors review the common complications encountered with blepharoplasty surgery and discuss how to minimize the risk of these and how to treat them if they do arise. With careful preoperative patient counseling, sound intraoperative technique, and appropriate postsurgical care, blepharoplasty remains a safe and well-tolerated procedure.
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Choe SI, Finley C. Confronting the Negative Impact of Cigarette Smoking on Cancer Surgery. Curr Oncol 2022; 29:5869-5874. [PMID: 36005201 PMCID: PMC9406697 DOI: 10.3390/curroncol29080463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Revised: 08/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Smoking is a common health risk behavior that has substantial effects on perioperative risk and postoperative surgical outcomes. Current smoking is clearly linked to an increased risk of perioperative cardiovascular, pulmonary and wound healing complications. Accumulating evidence indicates that smoking cessation can reduce the higher perioperative complication risk that is observed in current smokers. In addition, continued smoking has a negative impact on the overall prognosis of cancer patients. Smoking cessation, on the other hand, can improve long-term outcomes after surgery. Smoking cessation services should be implemented in a comprehensive programmatic manner to ensure that all patients gain access to evidence-based care. Although the benefits of abstinence increase in proportion to the length of cessation, cessation should be recommended regardless of timing prior to surgery.
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