Left atrial volume assessed by echocardiography identifies patients with high risk of adverse outcome after acute myocardial infarction.

Background: The left atrial (LA) volume has been demonstrated to be an important predictor of adverse outcome in patients with various cardiac conditions, including acute myocardial infarction (AMI). However, new treatment strategies in patients with AMI have led to better patient outcomes. We hypothesised that increased LA size could still predict mortality in patients with AMI despite improved treatment strategies.

The Prognostic Value of Left Atrial Function in Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction.

The prognostic value of left atrial (LA) volume is well-established in acute myocardial infarction (AMI) patients. LA strain provides further patophysological insights. In the present study, we evaluated LA volume and LA strain in AMI patients including those with atrial fibrillation (AF).

Transabdominal pre-peritoneal (TAPP) versus totally extraperitoneal (TEP) laparoscopic techniques for inguinal hernia repair.

Background: An inguinal hernia occurs when part of the intestine protrudes through the abdominal muscles. In adults, this common condition is much more likely in men than in women. Inguinal hernia can be monitored by 'watchful waiting', but if symptoms persist or worsen, surgery is usually required, which can be open or laparoscopic.

Diverticulitis Is Associated with Increased Risk of Colon Cancer-A Nationwide Register-Based Cohort Study.

An association between diverticulitis and colon cancer has been proposed. The evidence is conflicting, and the guidelines differ regarding recommended follow-up with colonoscopy after an episode of diverticulitis. To guide regimes for follow-up, this study aimed to investigate if patients with diverticulitis have an increased risk of colon cancer.

No adverse association between exercise exposure and diffuse myocardial fibrosis in male endurance athletes.

The potential association between endurance exercise and myocardial fibrosis is controversial. Data on exercise exposure and diffuse myocardial fibrosis in endurance athletes are scarce and conflicting. We aimed to investigate the association between exercise exposure and markers of diffuse myocardial fibrosis by cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) in endurance athletes.

A survey of preoperative diagnosis and management of complicated appendicitis.

Introduction: Complicated appendicitis is a severe condition, requiring early diagnosis and intervention to prevent complications. We aimed to investigate how resident surgeons distinguish and manage complicated appendicitis and their perspectives on preoperative diagnostic markers.

Methods: The electronic survey was face validated.

Mesh versus non-mesh for emergency groin hernia repair.

Background: A groin hernia is a collective name for inguinal and femoral hernias, which can present acutely with incarceration or strangulation of the hernia sac content, requiring emergency treatment. Timely repair of emergency groin hernias is crucial due to the risk of reduced blood supply and thus damage to the bowel, but the optimal surgical approach is unclear. While mesh repair is the standard treatment for elective hernia surgery, using mesh for emergency groin hernia repair remains controversial due to the risk of surgical site infection.

Left ventricular mechanical dispersion as a predictor of the need for pacemaker implantation after transcatheter aortic valve implantation: MeDiPace TAVI study.

Aims: Permanent pacemaker (PM) implantation is common after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). Left ventricular mechanical dispersion (MeDi) by speckle tracking echocardiography is a marker of fibrosis that causes alterations in the conduction system. We hypothesized that MeDi can be a predictor of the need for PM implantation after TAVI.

Low incidence of recurrence and chronic pain after groin hernia repair in adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: The best operative management of groin hernia in adolescents is uncertain. The aim of this systematic review was to assess recurrence and chronic pain after mesh versus non-mesh repair for groin hernia in adolescents.

Methods: A systematic search was done in PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane CENTRAL in May 2022 for studies reporting postoperative chronic pain (≥6 months) or recurrence after groin hernia repair in adolescents aged 10-17 years.

Celestial risk factors in groin hernia repair and random statistical association: a nationwide register-based study.

Aim: We aimed to investigate how celestial phenomena like zodiac signs, lunar phases, and Friday the 13th impacted the risk of reoperation after groin hernia repair.

Methods: We conducted a nationwide register-based study based on the Danish Hernia Database and Danish Patient Safety Authority's Online Register between 2000-2019. We included patients ≥18 years undergoing open Lichtenstein or laparoscopic groin hernia repair.

Risk of Reoperation for Recurrence After Elective Primary Groin and Ventral Hernia Repair by Supervised Residents.

Importance: Surgical training involves letting residents operate under supervision. Since hernia repair is a common procedure worldwide, it is a frequent part of the surgical curriculum.

Objective: To assess the risk of reoperation for recurrence after elective primary groin and ventral hernia repair performed by supervised residents compared with that by specialists.

Intravenous ferric derisomaltose in iron-deficient patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation due to severe aortic stenosis: study protocol of the randomised controlled IIISAS trial.

Introduction: Iron deficiency is a prevalent comorbidity in patients with severe aortic stenosis and may be associated with procedural and clinical outcomes after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). In the ntravenous ron Supplement for ron Deficiency in Patients with evere ortic tenosis (IIISAS) trial, we aim to examine whether a single administration of ferric derisomaltose can improve physical capacity after TAVI.

Methods And Analysis: This randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial aims to enrol 150 patients with iron deficiency who are scheduled for TAVI due to severe aortic stenosis.

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Incisional and parastomal hernias are frequent complications after abdominal surgery. Patients with relevant symptoms should be referred to the local surgical department for diagnosis and indication for surgery. Patients with giant and parastomal hernias are referred to one of the five Danish regional hernia centres.

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Introduction: The use of abbreviations in patient records in Danish hospitals is extensive. The purpose of this study was to investigate the use of abbreviations, how they affect the comprehension, and how much time was saved writing abbreviations.

Methods: The study consisted of four sub-studies.

Collaboration between the Danish and Swedish hernia registers - a study protocol.

Introduction: The most common laparo-endoscopic groin hernia repair techniques are TEP (total extraperitoneal) and TAPP (transabdominal preperitoneal) repair. Despite geographic proximity, Swedish surgeons distinctively favour TEP, whereas Danish surgeons prefer TAPP. The aim of this study is to analyse the risk of reoperation for recurrence after TAPP, TEP and Lichtenstein repair using data from two nationwide registers.

How to produce a rapid systematic review - a review article.

A rapid review is a synthesis of available evidence in which some components of the review process are modified slightly to shorten the process. This will require tight control as well as day-to-day scientific mentoring. The typical rapid review has a focused research question covering a narrow and well-defined clinical problem.

Diverticulitis does not increase the long-term risk of developing colon cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: The aim of this review was to examine if diverticulitis increases the long-term risk (> 6 months) of developing colon cancer.

Methods: A systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane CENTRAL. Google Scholar was also searched.

Long-term mortality and intestinal obstruction after laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Long-term outcomes of cholecystectomy are largely unknown though it is a common procedure in general surgery. We aimed to investigate the long-term mortality rate and incidence of intestinal obstruction after laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Materials And Methods: This systematic review and meta-analysis was reported according to the PRISMA 2020 and AMSTAR guidelines.

Mortality after emergency versus elective groin hernia repair: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Emergency groin hernia repair is associated with increased mortality risk, but the actual risk is unknown. Therefore, this review aimed to investigate 30- and 90-day postoperative mortality in adult patients who had undergone emergency or elective groin hernia repair.

Methods: This review was reported following PRISMA 2020 guidelines, and a protocol (CRD42021244412) was registered to PROSPERO.

Intravenous iron supplement for iron deficiency in patients with severe aortic stenosis scheduled for transcatheter aortic valve implantation: results of the IIISAS randomised trial.

Aims: The aim of this trial was to evaluate whether intravenous iron could provide benefit beyond transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) in iron-deficient patients with severe aortic stenosis.

Methods And Results: In this randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind, single-centre trial, we enrolled patients with severe aortic stenosis and iron deficiency (defined as ferritin <100 µg/L, or 100-299 µg/L with a transferrin saturation <20%) who were evaluated for TAVI. Patients were randomly assigned (1:1) to receive intravenous ferric derisomaltose or placebo ∼3 months before TAVI.

High complication and mortality rates after emergency groin hernia repair: a nationwide register-based cohort study.

Purpose: Emergency groin hernia is an understudied research field despite its severity requiring emergency surgery associated with high postoperative morbidity and mortality rates. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the characteristics of patients, hernias, and surgical repairs, as well as complication rates following emergency groin hernia repair.

Methods: Nationwide cohort study based on prospectively collected data obtained from the Danish Hernia Database and person-level linked to the Danish National Patient Registry.

Case Report: The importance of examining colon and rectum in patients with appendiceal cancer.

Appendiceal cancer is rare and is often diagnosed incidentally in patients undergoing appendectomy for acute appendicitis. However, patients with appendiceal cancer are at increased risk of synchronous malignancy. In this case report, we present a 58-year-old man initially diagnosed with acute appendicitis after presenting to the emergency department with abdominal pain.