International journal of surgery
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Review Meta Analysis Comparative Study
Comparison of intra-articular and subacromial corticosteroid injection in frozen shoulder: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
To compare the efficacy and safety of intra-articular injection and subacromial injection in the treatment of primary frozen shoulder (FS). ⋯ Intra-articular injection of corticosteroid was associated with an improved outcomes for pain relief compared to subacromial injection. There was no significant difference regarding the shoulder function or adverse effects.
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Meta Analysis
Are endoscopic loop ties safe even in complicated acute appendicitis? A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Appendectomy is amongst the most common general surgical procedures and the laparoscopic approach is recognized and recommended by international guidelines as a valid option. The different closure techniques of the appendicular stump constitute a matter of debate since their possible implication in determining postoperative infectious complications. The aim of the present meta-analysis is to compare endostapler versus endoscopic loop ties for stump closure during laparoscopic appendectomy. ⋯ In complicated acute appendicitis the stump closure technique did not affect outcomes; the use of endostapler seems to be associated to a reduction of wound infection rate in pediatric patients with non-complicated acute appendicitis.