Publications by authors named "I Gerogiannis"
Salmonella typhi, commonly known for causing typhoid fever, is recognized as a bacterium responsible for a wide range of gastrointestinal and systemic infections. While its systemic manifestations have been well-documented, its association with localized gastrointestinal complications, such as appendicitis, remains relatively rare and less explored. This case report presents a compelling clinical case of a 55-year-old patient who presented with symptoms of gastrointestinal distress and was diagnosed with S.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCholecystocutaneous fistula is a rare surgical entity caused by an abnormal connection between the gallbladder epithelium and the skin. These complex cases have historically required an open surgical approach and are difficult to manage. We present a rare case of a 65-year-old male patient, with chronic lithiasic cholecystitis and cholecystocutaneous fistula.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The UK's National Health Service (NHS) is a hub that trainees from all over the world want to join. However, there are many challenges for International Medical Graduates (IMGs). The aim of this study is to raise awareness of these challenges and to attempt to identify areas for improvement in the surgical training experience for international graduates wishing to join the NHS and obtain a National Training Number (NTN).
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- Suction devices used in laparoscopic surgery can be costly and have limitations, prompting a need for cheaper, environmentally friendly alternatives.
- The Straw Pressure Gradient and Gravity (SPGG) technique offers a safe, cost-effective method for suctioning that utilizes a simple sterile catheter, which is easier to learn and less traumatic than traditional options.
- SPGG not only reduces costs by minimizing disposable supplies needed during surgeries but also helps lessen the environmental impact of laparoscopic procedures.
Purpose: To review the literature and identify the most economical techniques for laparoscopic appendicectomy (LA) that do not compromise on patient care.
Methods: We performed a search of the Cochrane Library, PubMed, EMBASE and Google Scholar for papers published between January 2001 and January 2021. The outcomes of the included studies were then grouped by theme of cost analysis, with the main areas of focus being the use of disposable equipment, appendiceal stump closure, and retrieval of the appendix.