scholarly journals Early results and medico-economic evaluation of a short daily home hemodialysis program in a Private hemodialysis center

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 105-119
Author(s):  
Hadia Hebibi ◽  
Magali Ciroldi ◽  
Laure Cornillac ◽  
Samah Saibi ◽  
Fatia El Boundri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Activity ◽  
Average Volume ◽  
Training Time ◽  
Professional Integration ◽  
Daily Hemodialysis ◽  
Early Results ◽  
Average Residual ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Medico Economic

Abstract: Between 2015 and 2017 there was a 40% increase in daily hemodialysis, according to the REIN database. This increase concerns 1% of patients and the private sector remains under-represented. Our retrospective study aims to describe the clinical features, the organizational and medico-economic specificities of this technique in a private hemodialysis center. Methods: We included 12 dialyzed patients trained on Nx Stage® machine from February 2020 to April 2021. Data were retrospectively obtained through review of our electronic medical records (EUCLID®). Results: Of the 12 patients trained, 11 dialyzed from home, with an average follow-up of 9 months (1-14). The average age was 45 with a sex ratio of 4/8 (M/W), and a median Charlson score of 3 (2-4). The average residual urinary output was 700 mL/24h, and 50% of patients were anuric. 100% of patients had an arteriovenous fistula and were cannulated using the buttonhole technique. 9 patients are on a transplant list. One patient needed anticoagulants. The mean training time was 35 days (28-35). 83% of patients were dialyzed 6 days a week with an average duration of 210 minutes (130-150) per session. The average volume of dialysate was 24.85 liters. One patient developed an allergy to the PUREMA® membrane. Pre-dialytic hemoglobin, serum creatinine, urea, phosphoremia and B2-microglobuline are stable at 9 months with improvement in metabolic acidosis. Conclusion: DHHD allowed a better socio-professional integration. One patient received a transplant and 3 patients resumed professional activity.

Hybrid Endovascular Repair of Thoracoabdominal Aorta: Early Results

2014 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 146
Author(s):  
Osman Tansel Darcin ◽  
Mehmet Kalender ◽  
Ayse Gul Kunt ◽  
Okay Guven Karaca ◽  
Ata Niyazi Ecevit ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endovascular Repair ◽  
Therapeutic Option ◽  
Complete Recovery ◽  
Aortic Aneurysms ◽  
Thoracoabdominal Aorta ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Early Results ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Procedural Success

<p><b>Background:</b> Thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms (TAAA) present a significant clinical challenge, as they are complex and require invasive surgery. In an attempt to prevent considerably high mortality and morbidity in open repair, hybrid endovascular repair has been developed by many authors. In this study, we evaluated the early-term results obtained from this procedure.</p><p><b>Methods:</b> From November 2010 to February 2013, we performed thoracoabdominal hybrid aortic repair in 18 patients. The mean age was 68 years (12 men, 6 women). All of the patients had significant comorbidities. Follow-up computed tomography (CT) scans were performed at 1 week, 3 months, 6 months, and annually thereafter.</p><p><b>Results:</b> All patients were operated on in a staged procedure and stent graft deployment was achieved. Procedural success was achieved in all cases. All patients were discharged with complete recovery. No endoleaks weres detected in further CT examination.</p><p><b>Conclusion:</b> Our results suggests that hybrid debranching and endovascular repair of extensive thoracoabdominal aneurysms represents a suitable therapeutic option to reduce the morbidity and mortality of TAAA repair, particularly in those typically considered at high risk for standard repair.</p>

scholarly journals Failed Surgery for Patellar Tendinopathy in Athletes: Midterm Results of Further Surgical Management

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 232596712199455
Author(s):  
Nicola Maffulli ◽  
Francesco Oliva ◽  
Gayle D. Maffulli ◽  
Filippo Migliorini
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Management ◽  
Revision Surgery ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Sports Participation ◽  
Patellar Tendinopathy ◽  
Symptom Duration ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
Training Time ◽  
The Mean

Background: Tendon injuries are commonly seen in sports medicine practice. Many elite players involved in high-impact activities develop patellar tendinopathy (PT) symptoms. Of them, a small percentage will develop refractory PT and need to undergo surgery. In some of these patients, surgery does not resolve these symptoms. Purpose: To report the clinical results in a cohort of athletes who underwent further surgery after failure of primary surgery for PT. Study Design: Case series; Level of evidence, 4. Methods: A total of 22 athletes who had undergone revision surgery for failed surgical management of PT were enrolled in the present study. Symptom severity was assessed through the Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment Scale for Patellar Tendinopathy (VISA-P) upon admission and at the final follow-up. Time to return to training, time to return to competition, and complications were also recorded. Results: The mean age of the athletes was 25.4 years, and the mean symptom duration from the index intervention was 15.3 months. At a mean follow-up of 30.0 ± 4.9 months, the VISA-P score improved 27.8 points ( P < .0001). The patients returned to training within a mean of 9.2 months. Fifteen patients (68.2%) returned to competition within a mean of 11.6 months. Of these 15 patients, a further 2 had decreased their performance, and 2 more had abandoned sports participation by the final follow-up. The overall rate of complications was 18.2%. One patient (4.5%) had a further revision procedure. Conclusion: Revision surgery was feasible and effective in patients in whom PT symptoms persisted after previous surgery for PT, achieving a statistically significant and clinically relevant improvement of the VISA-P score as well as an acceptable rate of return to sport at a follow-up of 30 months.

The Early Results of the Brunelli Procedure for Trapeziometacarpal Instability

1998 ◽  
Vol 23 (6) ◽  
pp. 758-761 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. N. J. ROBERTS ◽  
J. N. BROWN ◽  
M. G. HAYES ◽  
A. SAIES
Keyword(s):  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Joint Surface ◽  
Carpometacarpal Joint ◽  
Trapeziometacarpal Joint ◽  
Independent Observer ◽  
Abductor Pollicis Longus ◽  
Early Results ◽  
The Mean

We report the results of Brunelli’s abductor pollicis longus transfer for symptomatic instability of the trapeziometacarpal joint in 15 hands (14 patients) at a mean follow-up of 21 months. Patients were assessed subjectively, and objectively by an independent observer. All but one of the patients were very satisfied with the result of the operation, including the six patients who had significant degeneration of the carpometacarpal joint surface preoperatively. Four patients said they had no pain and the mean pain score overall on a visual analogue scale was 1.2 (out of a maximum of 10). Overall the outcome was rated good or excellent in 11 of the 15 thumbs.

scholarly journals The burden of chronic elbow dislocations in Cambodia and early results of a cost-effective surgical approach

2018 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-19
Author(s):  
Alice E Mortimer ◽  
Alex Nicholls ◽  
Aziz Rawal ◽  
Saqib Noor ◽  
Heang Oy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Posterior Approach ◽  
Elbow Dislocation ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Lateral Approach ◽  
Significant Loss ◽  
Range Of Movement ◽  
Loss To Follow Up ◽  
Early Results ◽  
The Mean

Chronic elbow dislocation presents a surgical challenge and there is difficulty in balancing stability with early mobilisation. We present a series of 103 patients treated with open reduction via a posterior approach and provide early results of an alternative combined medial and lateral approach (Soddo technique, Anderson et al.). Of the 103 patients, 81% initially consulted a traditional healer and the mean dislocation period was 11 weeks. There was significant loss to follow-up. Only 12 patients having undergone the posterior approach had complete datasets. The mean preoperative arc of movement was 10° and the postoperative arc was 65° at a mean follow-up of 16 weeks. Five patients treated with the Soddo technique had sufficient follow-up data. The mean preoperative arc was 20° and the mean postoperative arc was 95° (mean follow-up of 20 days). Those having undergone the Soddo technique achieved a 20° greater increase in range of movement and no re-dislocations.

Fenestrated and Branched Endovascular Aortic Repair of Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm With More Than 4 Target Visceral Vessels due to Renovisceral Arterial Anatomical Variations: Feasibility and Early Results

2021 ◽  
pp. 152660282110164
Author(s):  
Ahmed Eleshra ◽  
Giuseppe Panuccio ◽  
Konstantinos Spanos ◽  
Fiona Rohlffs ◽  
Nikolaos Tsilimparis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Anatomical Variations ◽  
Celiac Artery ◽  
Renal Arteries ◽  
Aortic Aneurysms ◽  
Endovascular Aortic Repair ◽  
Technical Success ◽  
Early Results ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Accessory Renal Arteries

Purpose: This study describes technical success, feasibility, and early results of fenestrated and branched endovascular aortic repair (F/B-EVAR) for treatment of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms (TAAAs) or pararenal aneurysms with more than 4 target visceral vessels (TVs) due to renovisceral arterial anatomical variations. Materials and Methods: Patients with TAAAs or pararenal aortic aneurysms who had more than 4 TVs due to renovisceral arterial anatomical variations of renal, celiac, and/or superior mesenteric arteries and received F/B-EVAR between January 2017 and September 2019 at a single aortic center were included in this study. We analyzed technical success, feasibility, and early outcomes. Results: Twelve patients (mean age 70±10 years, 9 males) were included. The anatomical variations included 6 right accessory renal arteries, 8 left accessory renal arteries, and 1 celiac artery variant. Stent-grafts were fenestrated, branched or combined in 6, 5, or 1 patients, respectively. The mean operating time was 346±120 minutes, the mean fluoroscopy time was 80±29 minutes, and the mean radiation dose area product was 430±219 Gy·cm2. The mean contrast volume was 129±45 mL. The total number of TVs was 64; 5 TVs in 9 patients, 6 in 2 patients, and 7 in 1 patient. Technical success was achieved in all cases. The mean intensive care unit stay was 6±5 days, and the mean total hospital stay was 14±10 days. One patient died early (30-day). Early morbidities included respiratory complication in 1 patient, renal insufficiency in 1 patient, and wound infection in 2 patients. No spinal cord ischemia, stroke, or bowel ischemia occurred. Early computed tomography angiography showed 100% patency of the bridging covered stents and TVs. The mean follow-up was 13±4.3 months. No mortality or adverse major event occurred during the follow-up. Two patients with developed type Ic endoleak related to 1 right renal artery and 1 celiac artery covered stent. Patency of the TVs during follow-up was 100%. Conclusion: The use of F/B-EVAR for the treatment of TAAA with more than 4 TVs due to renovisceral arterial anatomical variations in our own experience is feasible and not related to increased morbidity and mortality.

scholarly journals Endoscopic endonasal resection of skull base chondrosarcomas: technique and early results

2015 ◽  
Vol 122 (4) ◽  
pp. 735-742 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nelson Moussazadeh ◽  
Charles Kulwin ◽  
Vijay K. Anand ◽  
Jonathan Y. Ting ◽  
Caryn Gamss ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tumor Diameter ◽  
Endoscopic Endonasal ◽  
Early Results ◽  
Csf Leakage ◽  
Mri Scans ◽  
Cranial Neuropathies ◽  
The Mean ◽  
And Control ◽  
Early Clinical Outcomes

OBJECT The authors of this study sought to report the technique and early clinical outcomes of a purely endonasal endoscopic approach for resection of petroclival chondrosarcomas. METHODS Between 2010 and 2014, 8 patients (4 men and 4 women) underwent endonasal endoscopic operations to resect petroclival chondrosarcomas at 2 institutions. The patients' mean age was 44.8 years (range 30–64 years). One of the patients had previously undergone radiation therapy and another a staged craniotomy. Using volumetric software, an independent neuroradiologist assessed the extent of the resections on MRI scans taken immediately after surgery and at the 3-month follow-up. Immediate complications and control of symptoms were also recorded. In addition, the authors reviewed the current literature on surgical treatment of chondrosarcoma. RESULTS The mean preoperative tumor diameter and volume were 3.4 cm and 9.8 cm3, respectively. Six patients presented with cranial neuropathies. Endonasal endoscopic surgery achieved > 95% resection in 5 of the 8 patients and < 95% resection in the remaining 3 patients. One of the 6 neuropathies resolved, and the remaining 5 partially improved. One instance of postoperative CSF leakage required a reoperation for repair; no other complications associated with these operations were observed. All of the patients underwent adjuvant radiotherapy. CONCLUSIONS According to the authors' experience, the endoscopic endonasal route is a safe and effective approach for the resection of appropriately selected petroclival chondrosarcomas.

Outcomes of Radiosurgery for Brainstem Arteriovenous Malformations

Neurosurgery ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 69 (1) ◽  
pp. 45-52 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tomoyuki Koga ◽  
Masahiro Shin ◽  
Atsuro Terahara ◽  
Nobuhito Saito
Keyword(s):  
Arteriovenous Malformations ◽  
Additional Treatment ◽  
Surgical Morbidity ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Obliteration Rate ◽  
Early Results ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Risk Of Hemorrhage

Abstract BACKGROUND: Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) in the brainstem yield a high risk of hemorrhage. Although stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is accepted, because of high surgical morbidity and mortality, outcomes are still unclear. OBJECTIVE: We previously reported the early results of SRS for brainstem AVMs. Here, we obtained data from a longer follow-up for a larger number of patients and present precise outcomes based on the latest follow-up data. METHODS: Forty-four patients with brainstem AVMs were treated by SRS. Outcomes such as the rates of obliteration, hemorrhage after treatment, and adverse effects were retrospectively analyzed. RESULTS: The annual hemorrhage rate before SRS was 17.5%. The mean follow-up period after SRS was 71 months (range, 2-168 months). The actuarial obliteration rate confirmed by angiography was 52% at 5 years. Factors associated with higher obliteration rate were previous hemorrhage (P = .048) and higher margin dose (P = .048). For patients treated with a margin dose of ≥ 18 Gy, the obliteration rate was 71% at 5 years. Persistent worsening of neurological symptoms was observed in 5%. The annual hemorrhage rate after SRS was 2.4%. Four patients died of rebleeding, and disease-specific survival rate was 86% at 10 years after treatment. CONCLUSION: Nidus obliteration must be achieved for brainstem AVMs because they possibly cause lethal hemorrhage even after SRS. Treatment with a high margin dose is desirable to obtain favorable outcomes for these lesions. Additional treatment should be considered for an incompletely obliterated nidus.

scholarly journals Robotic Transversus Abdominis Release (TAR): is it possible to offer minimally invasive surgery for abdominal wall complex defects?

2017 ◽  
Vol 44 (2) ◽  
pp. 216-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
MARIA VITÓRIA FRANÇA DO AMARAL ◽  
JOSÉ RICARDO GUIMARÃES ◽  
PAULA VOLPE ◽  
FLÁVIO MALCHER MARTINS DE OLIVEIRA ◽  
CARLOS EDUARDO DOMENE ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Robotic Surgery ◽  
Abdominal Wall ◽  
Transversus Abdominis ◽  
Abdominal Wall Defects ◽  
Transversus Abdominis Release ◽  
Surgical Time ◽  
Early Results ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Wall Components

ABSTRACT We describe the preliminary national experience and the early results of the use of robotic surgery to perform the posterior separation of abdominal wall components by the Transversus Abdominis Release (TAR) technique for the correction of complex defects of the abdominal wall. We performed the procedures between 04/2/2015 and 06/15/2015 and the follow-up time was up to six months, with a minimum of two months. The mean surgical time was five hours and 40 minutes. Two patients required laparoscopic re-intervention, since one developed hernia by peritoneal migration of the mesh and one had mesh extrusion. The procedure proved to be technically feasible, with a still long surgical time. Considering the potential advantages of robotic surgery and those related to TAR and the results obtained when these two techniques are associated, we conclude that they seem to be a good option for the correction of complex abdominal wall defects.

Target focal therapy in early prostate cancer: Initial single institution results

2007 ◽  
Vol 25 (18_suppl) ◽  
pp. 15574-15574 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Barqawi ◽  
J. Lugg ◽  
E. D. Crawford
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Focal Therapy ◽  
Urinary Continence ◽  
Minimal Impact ◽  
Alternative Option ◽  
Early Results ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Mapping Biopsy

15574 Background: Currently the potential for over- and under-treatment using radical and watchful waiting options respectively constitutes a challenge in the management of patients with early organ-confined prostate cancer. Target focal therapy (TFT) is emerging as an intermediary alternative option for such men. The goal is to provide ablative treatment with minimal impact on morbidity. Methods: As part of an IRB approved study protocol a total of 24 patients initially underwent a 3 dimensional transperineal mapping biopsy under TRUS guidance to confirm the extent of tumor burden and localize the cancer foci within the prostate. Only 12 men qualified to undergo target focal cryotherapy. The remaining patients did not qualify due to upgrading or downgrading of their stage and opted for other treatment options. Follow- up consisted of serial PSA measurements at 3 months interval, disease specific QOL questionnaires, IPSS, and SHIM scores. Results: The mean age was 62.4 years. The mean (SD) prostate size at the time of mapping biopsy was 39 ±14.8g. After mapping biopsy all patients reported time limited hematuria and 2 patients developed urinary retention and were managed successfully with Foley’s catheter for 5 days. Mean PSA before treatment was 5.2 ± 4.1 ng/dl. 10/12 patients had Gleason score (GS) of 3+3, the remaining 2 patients had GS of 3+4. At 3 months follow-up. A median drop of PSA of 1.9 (0, 9.5) ng/dl. All patients reported full urinary continence post operatively. IPSS median drop of 0 (2, -16). Sexual health as assessed by SHIM score showed a median drop of 6 (1, -15) points. In general 4 patients reported a significant change in sexual performance. 2 of which opted for PDE inhibitor with successful regaining of erection at 6 months follow-up. Overall EPIC QOL scores showed no change in rectal, urinary and hormonal components. Sexual component registered a drop of 5 points. Conclusions: The current initial early results appear to be encouraging for future implementation of TFT on select patients with organ confined early stage cancer. Future larger randomized studies are needed to better understand the value of this alternative option in the management of prostate cancer. No significant financial relationships to disclose.

scholarly journals Augmentation for Acetabular Deficiencies in Complex Total Hip Arthroplasty

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (5_suppl5) ◽  
pp. 2325967120S0007
Author(s):  
Gandhi Nathan Solayar
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Wound Complications ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Early Results ◽  
Revision Tha ◽  
The Mean

Introduction: Complex and revision Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) is a challenging prospect in patients with acetabular bone deficiencies. Augmentation using allograft and trabecular metal (TM) are among some of the options in these situations. This study report the outcomes of 14 cases of complex and revision THA using acetabular augments performed in our institution between 2015 and 2018 Materials and Methods: In this retrospective study, data included demographic features, indication for THA, type of augments and clinical outcomes using the Harris hip score were collected for the to determine early results following THA. Results: The mean cohort age was 51.3 years. Gender distribution was equal with 7 male and female patients each. 7 THAs were augmented with allograft and 7 cases with TM augments. The average duration of follow-up was 16.9 months. Most patients (11 of 14) required complex primary THA following prior traumatic hip dislocations and its subsequent complications. The mean post-operative Harris hip score for functionality was 80.84 in our cohort at final follow-up (from an average of 33.8 pre-operatively). At present, there have been no reports of wound complications, infections or dislocations in this early cohort. Discussions: Complex/revision THA using allografts for acetabular augmentation have been used for decades with good and replicable results as shown in our series. TM is relatively new but current literatures show encouraging results. Both options have resulted in good outcomes in our cohort and further long term studies would be necessary before TM augments were to replace the need for allograft. Conclusions: Both allografts and TM acetabular augments showed good early results post-operatively in our cohort. With the improved flexibility of component selection and the lower risk of allograft infection, TM augments is currently our choice of acetabular augmentation and the early results are promising.

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