In the world of surgery, there are many ways to operate. But with so many methods, how do young surgeons learn them all? This is a big question. They need to master many skills in a short time. So, there is a push for better training programs. These programs should teach the needed skills fast and w
The number of hip and knee replacement surgeries has been climbing. This surge has led to a parallel rise in the need for revision surgeries. These are operations to fix problems that arise after the initial replacement. This creates big hurdles for healthcare systems around the world. The reasons
Fibrous dysplasia is a rare condition that affects bones. It can cause problems in the skeleton, including the femur, which is the thighbone. Usually, doctors treat this condition with surgery. However, traditional surgery can be quite invasive. It often leads to more tissue damage, incomplete remov
Before some surgeries, doctors often order extra heart tests. This is to check if a patient is at risk of heart problems after the surgery. These tests can cause delays and add to medical costs. But are these tests always needed? For many people, the answer is no. Most patients who have low or no ri
Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer patients often face a tough battle against malnutrition. This is especially true for those who undergo a specific treatment called cytoreductive surgery combined with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS-HIPEC). This treatment can boost survival rates for those
Chronic infections in bones, especially in the femur or tibia, can be a real headache. The main challenge is spotting the infected areas, as they don't have clear edges. Figuring out the best way to clean out the infection and rebuild the bone is still up for debate. A recent study took a close look
Epilepsy in kids can be tough to handle, especially when medicines don't work and scans show nothing unusual. Doctors often turn to fancy tests like PET, SPECT, and ECOG to find where the seizures start. These tests can be pricey and hard to find, making things even harder in places with fewer resou
Pain after surgery is a big deal. It is especially true for those who have had operations on their digestive system. A recent study looked into how much patients know, think, and do when it comes to managing pain after surgery. The study took place over a few months and gathered information from
The way we see others can be heavily influenced by their facial features. This is especially true for eyebrows and the outer corners of the eyes. These features can greatly affect how we judge someone's character. This is a big deal because many people are changing these features through surgery.
Plastic surgery is a field that demands precision and up-to-date knowledge. Artificial intelligence (AI) has shown promise in supporting clinical decisions, but it's not without its flaws. Large language models (LLMs) often struggle with outdated information, unreliable references, and even making t
