Efficacy of a Olive Oil Extract in Patients With Chronic Ulcers: A Pilot Study.

Chronic wounds unresponsive to existing treatments constitute a serious disease burden. Factors that contribute to the pathogenesis of chronic ulcers include oxidative stress, comorbid microbial infections, and the type of immune system response. Preclinically, and in a case study, a formulation containing a olive oil extract promoted wound healing.

Bile duct injuries during laparoscopic cholecystectomy: management and outcome.

The aim of this study is to analyze our experience with the management of bile duct injuries (BDIs) following laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). From 1996 to 2004, 21 patients with BDI after LC were treated in our department. The BDIs were graded according to the classification of Strasberg.

Current treatment of colorectal liver metastases.

Background: The aim of our study is to present our experience in the treatment of liver metastases in patients with colorectal cancer.

Patients And Methods: Between 1997 and 2003 a total of 12 patients with liver metastases from a primary colorectal cancer were treated in our department. They were 8 males and 4 females with a median age of 64 years (range 56-70 years).

Age-associated prognosis following curative resection for colorectal cancer.

Background: The aim of this study is to determine the age-associated prognosis in patients who underwent curative resection for colorectal cancer.

Patients And Methods: Between 1993 and 1999, a total of 136 patients underwent curative surgical procedures for colorectal cancer. The study population was divided into three groups according to the age of the patients.