Annals of surgery
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To describe the epidemiologic features and clinical courses of gastrointestinal cancer patients with pre/asymptomatic COVID-19 and to explore evidence of SARS-CoV-2 in the surgically resected specimens. ⋯ Gastrointestinal cancer patients with pre/asymptomatic COVID-19 were at high risk of postoperative onset and death. At current pandemic, elective surgery should be postponed or canceled. It highlights the need for investigating the full clinical spectrum and natural history of this infection. The early colorectal tropism of SARS-CoV-2 may have major implications on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of COVID-19.
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The outcomes of patients treated on the COVID-minimal pathway were evaluated during a period of surging COVID-19 hospital admissions, to determine the safety of continuing to perform urgent operations during the pandemic. ⋯ A COVID-minimal pathway comprised of physical space modifications and operational changes may allow urgent cancer treatment to safely continue during the COVID-19 pandemic, even during the surge-phase.
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To measure surgeon engagement and preferred video duration in a video-based learning program for nerve surgery. ⋯ For effective spread of best practices, we propose the joint use of YouTube for audience outreach and a surgeon-focused platform to maximize educational value. Optimal video duration is surgeon- and case-dependent and can be addressed through offering multiple video durations and interactive viewing options.
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Observational Study
Nontechnical Skill Assessment of the Collective Surgical Team Using the Non-Technical Skills for Surgeons (NOTSS) System.
To validate the Non-Technical Skills for Surgeons (NOTSS) system for assessment of the collective surgical teams' nontechnical skills after observing recordings of actual OR environment. ⋯ The NOTSS system, although developed for assessment of individual surgeons, is a useful tool for observing and rating surgical teams.