The British journal of surgery
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Internal herniation, a serious complication after bariatric surgery, is challenging to diagnose. The aim of this study was to determine the accuracy of abdominal CT in diagnosing internal herniation. ⋯ Abdominal CT is an important tool in diagnosing internal herniation, with a high specificity and a high negative predictive value.
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Definitions of regional lymph nodes for gallbladder cancer differ according to staging system. Hence, the appropriate extent of lymph node dissection has not yet been standardized. ⋯ PSPLNs and nodes along the hepatoduodenal ligament and hepatic artery should be considered regional nodes for gallbladder cancer, and should be resected.