Do advances in technology translate to improved outcomes? Comparing robotic bariatric surgery outcomes over two-time intervals utilizing the MBSAQIP database.

Background: This study aims to compare outcomes and utilization of robotics in bariatric procedures across two-time intervals, chosen because they correspond to drastic changes in technology utilization-namely, a new platform and a new stapling device. Outcomes of robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (rRYGB) and robotic sleeve gastrectomy (rSG) across this changing landscape have not been well studied, despite increasing popularity.

Methods: The MBSAQIP database was analyzed over early (2015-2016) and late (2019-2020) time intervals.

Dataset of methane pyrolysis products in a batch reactor as a function of time at high temperatures and pressures.

Methane pyrolysis is a process used to generate hydrogen gas and carbon black without the creation of carbon dioxide. Methane pyrolysis in a constant volume batch reactor was investigated at temperatures of 892, 1093, and 1292 K with reaction times of 15, 30, 60, 180, and 300 s at an initial pressure of 399 kPa. A quartz vessel (32 mL) was placed inside an oven where it was heated to high temperatures.

High Rate of Islets Autoimmunity in Pediatric Patients with Index Admission of Acute Pancreatitis.

Introduction: The underlying pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus after acute pancreatitis is unknown and overall risk of developing diabetes postacute pancreatitis in children is understudied. The objective of our study was to describe the frequency of islet cell autoimmunity and abnormal glucose testing in pediatric patients in the year following their index case of acute pancreatitis.

Materials And Methods: Data were obtained from a single-center observational cohort study of patients with their first episode of acute pancreatitis.