Utilizing Bifurcated Allogeneic Vein Grafts: A Novel Approach for Preventing Sinistral Portal Hypertension Following Pancreaticoduodenectomy. A 10-Year Before and After Study

Utilizing Bifurcated Allogeneic Vein Grafts to Prevent Sinistral Portal Hypertension Following Pancreaticoduodenectomy Academic Background Pancreatic cancer is a highly malignant tumor with a poor prognosis, with a 5-year survival rate of less than 10%. The early invasive growth of pancreatic cancer often involves the portal vein system, particular...

A 10-Year Mono-Center Study on Patients with Burns ≥70% TBSA: Prediction Model Construction and Multicenter Validation – Retrospective Cohort

Survival Prediction Model Construction and Validation for Patients with Major Burns Background Burns are the sixth leading cause of death from injuries globally, particularly for patients with major burns (≥70% total body surface area, TBSA), who face severe complications and poor prognosis. Despite advancements in burn treatment, there is still a ...

Pattern and Extent of Intrahepatic Infiltration of Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma – A Case–Control Study Based on Liver Panoramic Digital Pathology

Study on the Pattern and Extent of Intrahepatic Infiltration in Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma Academic Background Perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (PHCC) is one of the most common malignancies of the biliary system, and its treatment primarily relies on radical surgical resection. However, despite advancements in surgical techniques, the postoperative r...

Comparison of Long-Term Survival of Neoadjuvant Therapy Plus Surgery Versus Upfront Surgery and the Role of Adjuvant Therapy for T1b-2N0-1 Esophageal Cancer: A Population Study of the SEER Database and Chinese Cohort

Comparative Study on Treatment Strategies for Esophageal Cancer Academic Background Esophageal cancer is one of the digestive system tumors with high incidence and mortality rates worldwide, particularly in Asia, where the incidence of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is notably prominent. Although significant progress has been made in the ...

Global, Regional, and National Patterns of Change in the Burden of Nonmalignant Upper Gastrointestinal Diseases from 1990 to 2019 and the Forecast for the Next Decade

Trends and Future Predictions of the Global Burden of Non-Malignant Upper Gastrointestinal Diseases Academic Background Non-malignant upper gastrointestinal diseases, including Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD), Gastritis and Duodenitis (GD), and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), pose significant challenges to global healthcare systems. These condit...

Ozaki Technique versus Ross Operation for Complex Aortic Valve Diseases in Children: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Comparison of Ozaki Technique and Ross Procedure in Children with Complex Aortic Valve Diseases Academic Background Aortic valve disease (AVD) in children is a complex and challenging condition, especially when surgical intervention is required. Traditional aortic valve replacement surgeries, such as mechanical or bioprosthetic valve replacements, ...