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05/24/2023
Surgical site infections are said to account for approximately 20% of all health care associated infections. Are you familiar with common risk factors for these infections after surgery for an abdominal...
05/24/2023
04/21/2023
Elizabeth J. Donovan, MSPAS, PA-C1 • John C. Cruser2 • Rachel E. Macey2 • Mohammed M. H. Kalan, MD3
Elizabeth J. Donovan, MSPAS, PA-C1 • John C. Cruser2 • Rachel E. Macey2 • Mohammed M. H...
A 61-year-old woman presented to the emergency department with swelling and tenderness of the right groin, low-grade fever, and chills. The bulge had been present in the right groin for 2 months. Her newest...
04/21/2023
12/31/2022
Bariatric surgery is the most successful weight management modality. Laparoscopic adjustable gastric band surgery is one bariatric surgical procedure developed for weight reduction in patients with morbid...
12/31/2022
Interactive Features
05/24/2023
Surgical site infections are said to account for approximately 20% of all health care associated infections. Are you familiar with common risk factors for these infections after surgery for an abdominal...
05/24/2023
03/26/2020
Should sterile carbon particle suspension be used to demarcate any lesion that may require localization at future endoscopic or surgical procedures with a tattoo? Take the quick quiz and find out.
03/26/2020
12/27/2018
According to new research, which surgical procedure is associated with lower rates of survival among women with early-stage cervical cancer?
12/27/2018
09/25/2018
Take our poll to find out the origin of subchondroplasty and how it differs from traditional hip replacement surgery.
09/25/2018
12/18/2017
Earlier today, Frank, a 49-year-old construction worker, received a deep wound to his forearm while on the job. As you place the final suture to complete a laceration repair, he asks you, “Do I need to keep...
12/18/2017
Clinical Insights
03/23/2020
A recent study aimed to describe the safety and effectiveness of a colonoscopy-assisted approach to re-establish lost cecostomy access in children. Lead author Riad Rahhal, MD, MS, answered our questions.
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03/23/2020
