Annals of surgery
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To demonstrate the feasibility of implementing a CBE curriculum within a general surgery residency program and to evaluate its effectiveness in improving resident skill. ⋯ Completion of a CBE rotation led to significant improvements in PGY-2 residents' LC performance that reached that of PGY-3s and decreased performance variability. These results support wider implementation of CBE in resident training.
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To evaluate cfDNA as an indicator of pancreatitis severity. ⋯ cfDNA, measured by a rapid simple assay, proved a valuable early marker of severity in ABP with clear advantages for prediction of LOS over Ranson and APACHE II. Measurement of cfDNA has the potential to be an effective practical approach to predict the course of ABP and should be further evaluated in larger trials.
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The aim of this study was to determine the sex representation among principal investigators (PIs) in US cardiac surgery clinical trials. ⋯ Equitable opportunities for PI positions are available for junior-level but not senior-level cardiothoracic surgeons. These results suggest a need for active engagement and promotion of equal opportunities in cardiac surgery.
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To assess the association of burn size and community participation as measured by the LIBRE Profile. ⋯ Increasing burn size was found to be negatively associated with selected items of Work & Employment and Social Activities, but positively associated with aspects of Family & Friend Relationships. Future longitudinal studies are necessary to assess and understand the long-term social impact of burn injuries on adult populations.
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To determine if distinct financial trajectories exist and if they are associated with quality-of-life outcomes. ⋯ The Financially Resilient trajectory demonstrates financial hardship after injury can be overcome. Further research into understanding why and how this occurs is needed.