Annals of surgery
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Review Meta Analysis
The Global Incidence of Appendicitis: A Systematic Review of Population-based Studies.
We compared the incidence of appendicitis or appendectomy across the world and evaluated temporal trends. ⋯ Appendicitis is a global disease. The incidence of appendicitis is stable in most Western countries. Data from newly industrialized countries is sparse, but suggests that appendicitis is rising rapidly.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Pragmatic Clinical Trial
Ensuring Early Mobilization Within an Enhanced Recovery Program for Colorectal Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
To estimate the extent to which the addition of staff-directed facilitation of early mobilization to an Enhanced Recovery Program (ERP) impacts recovery after colorectal surgery, compared with usual care. ⋯ In an ERP for colorectal surgery, staff-directed facilitation of early mobilization increased out-of-bed activities during hospital stay but did not improve outcomes. This study does not support the value of allocating additional resources to ensure early mobilization in ERPs.