Percutaneous Cholecystostomy to Manage a Hot Gallbladder: A Single Center Experience.

Objective A percutaneous cholecystostomy (PC) is a suitable option for treating acutely inflamed gallbladders. Its use has been postulated before for treating acute cholecystitis (AC), especially in elderly populations. The primary aim of our study is to analyze and present the positive results of PC as a bridge to laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

A 53-Year-Old Man Presenting with Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency 7 Years After Gastric Bypass Bariatric Surgery.

BACKGROUND Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency (PEI) is a clinical condition characterized by reduced or inappropriate pancreatic enzymes and secretions. It can have a variable clinical presentation and can affect patient quality of life. PEI can be associated with pancreatic and nonpancreatic disorders.

The myth of pre-operative isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic called for the restructuring of National Health Service (NHS) surgical departments across the country. Initial guidance advised that patients undergoing elective surgery isolate for 14 days prior to their operation. As we learnt more about COVID-19 and its incubation period, at the Princess Royal University Hospital this guidance has been decreased to 72 h.

Topical timolol promotes healing of chronic leg ulcer.

Background: Chronic ulcers are a common problem, with chronic diabetic and venous ulcers forming a large proportion. This is the first case-control study to assess the effect of topical timolol on healing of chronic venous and chronic diabetic ulcers.

Methods: The study included 60 patients with chronic leg ulcers.