Introduction
Introduction INTRODUCTION Although discussions of issues relating to surgical management of the large bowel frequently consider the colon and rectum as one entity, their associated standards of surgical care are…
ONCOLOGY
Oncologic Components of Lymphadenectomy
Oncologic Components of Lymphadenectomy CRITICAL ELEMENTS Resection of lymph nodes in the central compartment Management of the recurrent laryngeal nerve when involved by extranodal extension from lymph node metastases Management…
Introduction
Introduction INTRODUCTION Gastric cancer represents the third leading cause of cancer mortality worldwide, with an estimated incidence of 951,000 cases, causing 723,000 deaths annually.1 The American Cancer Society estimates that…
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy CRITICAL ELEMENTS Complete extracapsular dissection of the thyroid Identification and preservation of the parathyroid glands Identification and preservation of the recurrent laryngeal nerves En bloc resection of locally advanced…
Introduction
Introduction INTRODUCTION Thyroid cancer is the most common cancer of the endocrine system. It is the fifth most common cancer diagnosed in females in the United States and is increasing…
Lymphedema
Pathogenesis Print Section Listen Lymphedema is caused when protein-rich fluid accumulates in the interstitium due to impaired function of lymphatic tissues. Proteins and other macromolecular wastes with water constitute lymphatic…
Immediate Repair of Partial Mastectomy Defects Using Perforator Flaps
Immediate Repair of Partial Mastectomy Defects Using Perforator Flaps: Introduction Print Section Listen The reconstructive approach to breast defects is challenging, as the resultant glandular tissue deficiency not only needs…
Disparities in Breast Cancer
Disparities in Breast Cancer: Introduction Print Section Listen Breast cancer is the most common female malignancy in the United States and worldwide. The World Health Organization estimates that more than…
Diet and Exercise in Breast Cancer Survivorship
Diet and Exercise in Breast Cancer Survivorship: Introduction Print Section Listen Accumulating evidence suggests that lifestyle behaviors such as physical activity and dietary patterns may impact breast cancer prognosis. Observational…
Surgical Complications and Management
Surgical Complications and Management: Introduction Print Section Listen The complication rates following surgery of the breast and axilla are considered low. The mortality after these procedures is less than 1%;…
