Publications by authors named "A G Arroyo"
Conservative laparoscopic torsioning with or without cystectomy or oophoropexy has emerged as a promising approach for the management of ovarian torsion, particularly in pediatric populations. We sought to understand the efficacy of this approach. We comprehensively reviewed the relevant literature.
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- Chimpanzees exhibit advanced spatiotemporal cognition by using memory to locate and revisit underground army ant nests, showing they can track both spatial locations and the timing of food availability.
- Over a five-year study (2018-2022) using camera traps, researchers observed 679 visits to these nests and found that many chimps returned to the nests more frequently than to sites without ants.
- The study indicates that chimpanzees utilize various senses and tools to detect ants, providing new insights into their cognitive strategies for foraging and suggesting that such behaviors may influence the evolution of cognition in primates.
Acute appendicitis (AA) is one of the most common causes of emergency department visits due to acute abdominal pain, with a lifetime risk of 7-8%. Managing AA presents significant challenges, particularly among vulnerable patient groups, due to its association with substantial morbidity and mortality. : The EUPEMEN (European PErioperative MEdical Networking) project aims to optimize perioperative care for AA by developing multidisciplinary guidelines that integrate theoretical knowledge and clinical expertise from five European countries.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF: Although several treatments for faecal incontinence are available, gas incontinence (GI) and soiling are difficult to manage. The aim of this study is to evaluate Gatekeeper™ for this subtype of faecal incontinence. : Prospective single-centre case series.
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- A new robotic platform called Hugo™ RAS has been introduced, featuring innovations like an open console and four modular arms, aimed at enhancing the safety and efficacy of colorectal surgeries.
- A study involving 40 patients was conducted at a hospital in Elche from October 2023 to July 2024, with data collected on various patient characteristics and outcomes.
- Results showed that the Hugo™ RAS system is safe, with no need for conversion to open surgery, a low average hospital stay of 3 days, and only minor postoperative complications, while its modular design enhances adaptability for different surgical needs.