Foramen Magnum Decompression for Chiari Malformation Type 1: Is There a Superior Surgical Technique?

Background: Foramen magnum decompression is a common operation used to treat Chiari malformation. There are different surgical techniques; however, some are anecdotally more effective than others. Our aim was to determine whether there is a superior technique in relation to revision rates, presence of persistent postoperative headache and nausea, and syrinx reduction.

A selective anticoagulation policy for splanchnic vein thrombosis in acute pancreatitis is associated with favourable outcomes: experience from a UK tertiary referral centre.

Introduction: There is a paucity of data on the incidence, risk factors, and treatment of splanchnic vein thrombosis (SVT) in acute pancreatitis (AP).

Methods: All AP admissions between 2018 and 2021 across North East of England were included. Anticoagulation was considered in the presence of superior mesenteric vein/portal vein (SMV/PV) thrombus or progressive splenic vein thrombus (SpVT).

Impact of routine nasogastric decompression versus no nasogastric decompression after pancreaticoduodenectomy on perioperative outcomes: meta-analysis.

Background: Consensus on the use of nasogastric decompression (NGD) after pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) is lacking. This meta-analysis reviewed current evidence on the impact of routine NGD versus no NGD after PD on perioperative outcomes.

Methods: PubMed, Medline, Scopus, Embase and Cochrane databases were searched for studies reporting on the role of NGD after PD on perioperative outcomes.