Search Results - "Weltz, Adam S"
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A novel approach using the enhanced-view totally extraperitoneal (eTEP) technique for laparoscopic retromuscular hernia repair
Published in Surgical endoscopy (01-03-2018)“…Background The enhanced-view totally extraperitoneal (eTEP) technique has been previously described for Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair. We present a novel…”
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Patients are well served by Collis gastroplasty when indicated
Published in Surgery (01-09-2017)“…Background Debate persists about the impact of a Collis gastroplasty on outcomes of antireflux operation. This study analyzed operative and quality of life…”
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Epidemiology and outcomes of acute kidney injury in critically ill surgical patients
Published in Journal of critical care (01-02-2015)“…Abstract Purpose Acute kidney injury (AKI) is common in critically ill patients but is poorly defined in surgical patients. We studied AKI in a representative…”
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Comparative analysis of perioperative outcomes of robotic versus open transversus abdominis release
Published in Surgical endoscopy (01-02-2018)“…Background Transversus abdominis release (TAR) has evolved as an effective approach to complex abdominal wall reconstructions. Although the role of robotics in…”
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Strategies for Improving Education on Night-Float Rotations: A Review
Published in Journal of surgical education (01-03-2015)“…Introduction Night float rotations (NF) have been developed as a means of achieving duty hour compliance among residency programs. These were initially…”
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All that glitters is not gold: A case of lanthanum carbonate aspiration
Published in SAGE open medical case reports (01-01-2017)“…Introduction: Foreign body aspiration is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in elderly hospitalized patients. These are typically small items that…”
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Demographic-related variables impact subjective experiences of patient wait times and perceived attention afforded in surgical outpatient clinic encounters
Published in The American journal of surgery (01-01-2020)“…Patient satisfaction remains a key component in successful delivery of high-quality healthcare. In this study, we attempted to better understand how patient…”
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Laparoscopic antireflux surgery (LARS) is highly effective in the treatment of select patients with chronic cough
Published in Surgery (01-07-2019)“…We present the largest single-center study to date of surgical and quality-of-life outcomes among patients treated with laparoscopic antireflux surgery for…”
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The impact of laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery on quality of life: do patients with atypical symptoms benefit?
Published in Surgical endoscopy (01-06-2021)“…Introduction Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may manifest atypically as cough, hoarseness or difficulty breathing. However, it is difficult to…”
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Morgagni Hernia Repair: A Review
Published in Surgical Innovation (01-08-2018)“…Anteromedial subcostosternal defects, also known as a diaphragmatic hernia of Morgagni (MH), allow potentially life-threatening herniation of the abdominal…”
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Interfacility Transfer for Nonelective Cholecystectomy in High MELD Patients: An ACS-NSQIP Analysis
Published in The Journal of surgical research (01-11-2022)“…INTRODUCTIONInterfacility transfer to a referral center is often considered for patients with liver disease undergoing nonelective cholecystectomy given…”
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The role of body mass index in determining clinical and quality of life outcomes after laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery
Published in Surgical endoscopy (01-02-2020)“…Background Current literature is conflicted regarding the efficacy of laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery (LARS) among obese patients complaining of pathologic…”
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Operative Outcomes after Open Abdominal Wall Reconstruction with Retromuscular Mesh Fixation Using Fibrin Glue versus Transfascial Sutures
Published in The American surgeon (01-09-2017)“…Ideal fixation techniques have not been fully elucidated at the time of complex open abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR). We compared operative outcomes and…”
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The trend toward minimally invasive complex abdominal wall reconstruction: is it worth it?
Published in Surgical endoscopy (01-04-2018)“…Background Open abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR) was previously one of the only methods available to treat complex ventral hernias. We set out to identify…”
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Primary versus redo paraesophageal hiatal hernia repair: a comparative analysis of operative and quality of life outcomes
Published in Surgical endoscopy (01-12-2017)“…Introduction We compared patient outcomes after initial versus redo paraesophageal hernia (PEH) repair at two high-volume GI surgery centers. Materials and…”
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Minimally Invasive Multidisciplinary Approach to Chronic Giant Inguinoscrotal Hernias
Published in Surgical innovation (01-08-2019)“…Background. Giant inguinoscrotal hernias (GIH) are defined as groin hernias extending below the mid-thigh when standing, often significantly encumbering…”
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Thoracic Point-of-Care Ultrasound: A SARS-CoV-2 Data Repository for Future Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Published in Surgical innovation (01-04-2021)“…Current experience suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) may be useful in the management of hospitalized patients, including…”
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Do Patients with Chronic Cough Benefit from Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery?
Published in Gastroenterology (New York, N.Y. 1943) (01-04-2017)Get full text
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480 Primary vs. Redo Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair: A Comparative Analysis of Operative and Quality of Life Outcomes
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Assessing the Night Float Educational Experience
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