Study Design: Retrospective comparative cohort study using the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program.
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate trends in the annual number of PSOs performed, describe the patient populations associated with each cohort, and compare outcomes between specialties.Summary of Background Data:Pedicle subtraction osteotomies (PSO) are complex and advanced spine deformity surgical procedures performed by neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons.
Introduction: With the aging U.S. population, peripheral vascular procedures will become increasingly common.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Ulcerative colitis frequently requires surgery as a definitive management strategy. The colonic specimen can be extracted from various sites including a midline incision, the stoma site, or a Pfannenstiel incision. It is unclear if one extraction site offers improved outcomes and fewer complications.
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