Publications by authors named "David M Strauss"
Background: The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic has highlighted the need for effective infection control in outpatient health care settings. Germicidal ultraviolet-C (GUV) light, known for inactivating microorganisms by damaging their deoxyribonucleic acid or ribonucleic acid, offers a potential solution. This study examines the efficacy of GUV air disinfection systems in real-world outpatient environments.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPartial nephrectomy (PN) is the gold standard treatment for appropriately selected renal masses. Recent surgical advancements and adoption of the robotic technique has led to greater adoption of nephron-sparing surgery. Robotic PN was initially described via the transperitoneal (TP) approach, however, retroperitoneal (RP) access is possible and in some cases more desirable.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFManagement of radiation-induced ureteral stricture (RIUS) is complex, requiring chronic drainage or morbid definitive open reconstruction. Herein, we report our multi-institutional comprehensive experience with robotic ureteral reconstruction (RUR) in patients with RIUSs. In a retrospective review of our multi-institutional RUR database between January 2013 and January 2020, we identified patients with RIUSs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To assess the incidence of delayed complications after robot-assisted simple prostatectomy and evaluate postoperative lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) as a function of time with intermediate-term follow-up.
Methods: We retrospectively reviewed 150 patients who underwent robot-assisted simple prostatectomy between May, 2013 and January, 2019. Indication for surgery was bothersome LUTS refractory to medical management and prostate volume ≥80 milliliters.
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- Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) is a common complication in noncardiac thoracic surgeries, affecting 10-20% of patients and leading to increased health issues and costs.
- The study analyzed data from 525 patients who underwent lobectomies to see if the preoperative CHADS-VASc score could effectively predict the occurrence of POAF.
- Results showed that higher CHADS-VASc scores, particularly those 5 or greater, and older age groups (65 and older) are significant predictors for developing POAF, suggesting targeted prophylaxis for at-risk patients is necessary.