Introduction: Hartmann’s procedure is typically performed for sigmoid colon obstruction or perforation. The primary aim of this study was to compare patients who died after a Hartmann’s procedure for obstruction and perforation. The secondary aim was to collate opinions of surgeo...
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Research Article10.9734/AJMAH/2017/38057
Introduction: Right hemicolectomy is frequently performed for malignancy but emergency surgery is associated with double the mortality rate of elective colonic resection. The study was designed to compare perioperative clinical incidents patients who died following elective and e...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2015/19247
Background: Small bowel obstruction is a common acute surgical pathology. Despite the substantial postoperative mortality associated with small bowel obstruction (SBO), there is limited evidence to support clinical decision-making. The purpose of this study was to identify differ...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/26388
Introduction: The incidence of peptic ulcer disease has declined since the introduction of medical therapy, but the rate of perforated peptic ulcer and associated mortality has remained relatively constant. Delay to definitive treatment is known to adversely affect survival. Meth...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2015/18198