Annals of surgery
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To provide an updated estimate of the global prevalence of CVD and to comprehensively evaluate risk factors associated with this condition. ⋯ CVD affects a significant proportion of the population globally; however, there is significant heterogeneity in existing epidemiological studies.
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Meta Analysis
Treatment of Inguinal Hernia: Systematic Review and Updated Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
Despite the advent of innovative surgical platforms and operative techniques, a definitive indication of the best surgical option for the treatment of unilateral primary inguinal hernia remains unsettled. Purpose was to perform an updated and comprehensive evaluation within the major approaches to inguinal hernia. ⋯ Minimally invasive TAPP and TEP repair seem associated with significantly reduced early postoperative pain, return to work/activities, chronic pain, hematoma, and wound infection compared to the Lichtenstein tension-free repair. Hernia recurrence, seroma, and hospital length of stay seem similar across treatments.
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To describe the current literature regarding long-term physical, mental, and social outcomes of firearm injury survivors in the United States. ⋯ Research on the long-term health impact of firearm injury is scant, and heterogeneity in available studies limits the ability to fully characterize the outcomes among these patients. A better understanding of the long-term health impact of firearm injury would support systematic change in policy and patient care to improve outcomes.
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To describe the current literature regarding long-term physical, mental, and social outcomes of firearm injury survivors in the United States. ⋯ Research on the long-term health impact of firearm injury is scant, and heterogeneity in available studies limits the ability to fully characterize the outcomes among these patients. A better understanding of the long-term health impact of firearm injury would support systematic change in policy and patient care to improve outcomes.
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Meta Analysis
Thoracoscopy or Thoracotomy for Esophageal Atresia: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
This systematic review with meta-analysis compares health- and provider-based outcomes of thoracoscopic to thoracotomy repair of esophageal atresia. ⋯ Thoracoscopy is effective and safe, with similar or better outcomes than thoracotomy for patients and providers. The only significant drawback is the need for antireflux surgery in the first years of life. Comparative randomized long-term studies are needed.