The British journal of surgery
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Bariatric surgery can be effective in weight reduction and diabetes remission in some patients, but is expensive. The costs of bariatric surgery in patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) were explored here. ⋯ Bariatric surgery in obese patients with T2DM is expensive, but leads to an improved co-morbidity profile, and reduced length of hospitalization.
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Attempts to improve limb preservation for transplantation using ex vivo perfusion have yielded promising results. However, metabolic acidosis, aberrant perfusate biochemistry and significant perfusion-induced oedema are reported universally. Optimizing perfusion protocols is therefore essential for maintaining tissue health. ⋯ Normothermic perfusion resulted in superior graft preservation and less reperfusion injury compared with the current static cold storage protocol.