Surgery - Christchurch
Recent Deposits
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What Factors Are Associated With Guideline Use and Compliance?
Introduction Clinical guidelines are recommendations targeted at medical professionals which aim to optimise patient care. When successfully implemented, clinical guidelines have been shown to improve processes of care ... -
Influence of Risk Factors on Incidence, Management, Recurrence, and Follow-up of Acute Diverticulitis.
Acute Diverticulitis is a significant problem, accounting for up to one third of acute surgical admissions. Despite significant and rapid advances in medical knowledge, it remains a poorly understood disease. Practice ... -
Development and Validation of Medical Decision Tools in Detection and Treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a permanent dilatation of the infrarenal segment of the abdominal aorta which can be fatal if the aneurysm ruptures. Ruptured AAA is the second leading cause of global surgical mortality, ... -
The effect of polymeric formula on enterocyte differentiation
Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (EEN) is commonly used in the management of Crohn's disease (CD). Polymeric formulae (PF), comprising whole proteins along with the daily requirements of vitamins and minerals, are commonly used ... -
The Impact of Obesity on Outcomes Following Major Colorectal Surgery
Introduction Obesity is a major health problem in western society with rapidly increasing prevalence in most countries. The healthcare burden of obesity is far reaching but many of the consequences are yet to be fully ... -
The effect of Helicobacter pylori on cellular iron homeostasis
Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) is a serious health problem worldwide, particularly in developing countries. Infection with the gastric pathogen Helicobacter pylori is more prevalent in developing countries. Additionally, ... -
Inner Ear Effects of Middle Ear Surgery
Introduction Hearing loss following middle ear surgery is an important issue because it is common, is detrimental to patients, and may be preventable. Patients are often told the risk of inner ear hearing loss following ...