Safety of Simultaneous Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy and Inguinal Hernia Repair: A Systematic Review.

Cholelithiasis and inguinal hernias are common surgical conditions that often coexist. Laparoscopic techniques are increasingly used for both cholecystectomy and inguinal hernia repair. This study aimed to systematically review the available evidence on the safety and efficacy of simultaneous laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) and laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (LIHR).

Nephrotoxicity and neurotoxicity following star fruit (Averrhoa carambola) ingestion: a narrative review.

In recent times, star fruit (Averrhoa carambola) nephrotoxicity and neurotoxicity have been increasingly reported, both in individuals with pre-existing renal disease and those with previously normal renal function. We summarise the clinical findings of star fruit toxicity in humans and outline the important pathogenetic insights provided by animal studies. Google Scholar, EMBASE, Scopus and PubMed were searched from 1995 through July 2020 for case reports/series on renal or neurological manifestations of star fruit toxicity in humans and mechanisms of star fruit toxicity in animal studies.

Clinical characteristics and quality of life among Sri Lankan patients with chronic pancreatitis.

Objective: We aimed to describe the clinical characteristics of chronic pancreatitis (CP) and patient quality of life (QOL) in a resource-limited setting.

Methods: We performed a cross-sectional study including patients with clinical and radiological features of CP. We collected clinical data and assessed QOL using the European Organization for the Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire.

Clinical and Biochemical Characteristics of Dengue Infections in Children From Sri Lanka.

Introduction: Analyzing dengue disease patterns from different parts of the world should help us formulate more evidence based treatment guidelines and appropriately allocate limited healthcare resources. Therefore, we described the disease characteristics of hospitalised pediatric patients with dengue infections from Sri Lanka during the 2017 dengue epidemic.

Methods: Clinical and biochemical characteristics of pediatric dengue patients treated at a secondary care hospital in Sri Lanka from 1 June 2017 to 31 August 2017 were analyzed.

Dengue Infections and the Surgical Patient.

Dengue infections are increasing globally and account for significant morbidity and mortality. Severe dengue results in microvascular changes and coagulopathy that may make surgical intervention risky and the overall surgical management challenging. We outline the potential surgical manifestations and complications following dengue infections and describe the clinical, pathogenetic, diagnostic, and treatment aspects of dengue and surgical patients.