Annals of surgery
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The aim of this study was to compare rates and severity of recurrent acute diverticulitis in patients with and without solid organ transplant. ⋯ In this national analysis of commercially insured patients with acute diverticulitis we found no statistically significant differences in recurrence between those with and without a history of solid organ transplant. We do not support an aggressive colectomy strategy based on concern for increased recurrence rate and severity in a solid organ transplant population.
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The aim of this study was to assess indications for and report outcomes of pancreatic surgery in pediatric patients. ⋯ This is the largest single-center study on pediatric pancreatic surgery in a Western population. Pediatric pancreatic surgery can be performed safely. Centralization in pancreatic centers with high expertise in surgery of adult and pediatric patients is important as it both affords the benefits of pancreatic surgery experience and ensures that surgical management is adapted to the specific needs of children.
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Retraction Of Publication
Private Equity in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and Some of the Ugly: Retraction.