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Defining a new paradigm for surgical education
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.10.011
I read with great interest the commentary by Dr Flynn in the September 2011 issue of the American Journal of Surgery. I agree with Dr Flynn's emphasis on the important balance between resident trainin...
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John Maa
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Correspondence
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10 February 2012 |
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Re: “Colon preparation and surgical site infection”
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.022
I write to commend Dr Fry on a timely and important review of the subject of mechanical and oral antibiotic preparation of the colon for colon operations. As Dr Fry so correctly pointed out, there has...
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E. Patchen Dellinger
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Correspondence
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10 February 2012 |
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A resident perspective on increasing duty-hour limitations
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.023
We read the recent group of editorials regarding the quality of surgical resident training with great interest. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education duty-hour limitations imposed i...
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Robert M. Cannon,
Michael E. Egger,
Matthew C. Bozeman
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Correspondence
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10 February 2012 |
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Author's reply
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.11.004
I welcome Dr Fleshman's comments about my report “Pyloric Valve Transposition as Substitute for a Colostomy in Humans: A Preliminary Report” and his follow-up article, “Should We, Not Could We? A Comm...
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Harry S. Goldsmith
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Correspondence
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10 February 2012 |
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Reply to the commentary: Should we, not could we? A commentary on “Pyloric valve transposition as substitute for a colostomy in humans: a preliminary report”
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.11.003
I read the commentary by Dr Fleshman with great interest. Although I agree with him that our report demonstrates the technical feasibility of pyloric valve (PV) transposition as an anal sphincter and ...
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Abhijit Chandra
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Correspondence
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10 February 2012 |
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Disparity in the management of Graves' disease observed at an urban county hospital; a decade-long experience
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.10.010
Abstract: Background: The objective of this study was to determine whether health care disparities exist in management of Graves' disease. Methods: Patients treated for Graves' disease from 1999 to 20...
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Judy Jin,
Victor Sandoval,
Mary E. Lawless,
Ashwini R. Sehgal,
Christopher R. McHenry
et al.
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Full-length article
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10 February 2012 |
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False-negative fine-needle aspiration of thyroid nodules cannot be attributed to sampling error alone
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.016
Abstract: Background: The goal of this study was to determine whether sampling error was the major cause for false-negative fine needle aspiration (FNA) results for thyroid nodules. Methods: Patients ...
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Xiao-Min Yu,
Priyesh N. Patel,
Herbert Chen,
Rebecca S. Sippel
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Full-length article
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30 January 2012 |
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Team spirit
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.12.003
It has been an honor to be able to work for this association, with the team of officers, with Marsha Langstraat, the prior Clearinghouse Director, our current meeting planners at LPetc, and so on. I ...
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Roxie M. Albrecht
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Full-length article
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27 January 2012 |
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Towards optimizing perioperative colorectal care: outcomes for 1,000 consecutive laparoscopic colon procedures using enhanced recovery pathways
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.017
Abstract: Background: Learning curves and efficiency concerns have slowed the integration of laparoscopy into colorectal practice. We evaluated our experience with laparoscopic colorectal (LC) surgery...
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Conor P. Delaney,
Karen Brady,
Donya Woconish,
Stavan P. Parmar,
Bradley J. Champagne
et al.
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Full-length article
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24 January 2012 |
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The outcome after stent placement or surgery as the initial treatment for obstructive primary tumor in patients with stage IVU colon cancer
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.05.015
Abstract: Background: It is still a matter of debate as to whether palliative resection of obstructive primary tumors may prolong the survival of patients with obstructive colon cancer and unresectabl...
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Won-Suk Lee,
Jeong-Heum Baek,
Jin Mo Kang,
Sangtae Choi,
Kwang An Kwon
et al.
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Full-length article
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24 January 2012 |
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Hürthle cell metaplasia on fine-needle aspiration biopsy is not by itself an indication for thyroid surgery
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.019
Abstract: Introduction: The aim of this study was to assess the malignancy rate in patients with Hürthle cell metaplasia (HCM) on fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB). Methods: The pathology results o...
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Kevin Hudak,
Haggi Mazeh,
Rebecca S. Sippel,
Herbert Chen
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Full-length article
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24 January 2012 |
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Endovascular repair of traumatic thoracic aortic tears
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.10.008
Abstract: Background: Patients with thoracic aorta injuries (TAI) present a unique challenge. The purpose of this study was to review the outcomes of thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) in pat...
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M. Ashraf Mansour,
Jeffrey S. Kirk,
Robert F. Cuff,
Shonda L. Banegas,
Gavin M. Ambrosi,
Timothy H. Liao,
Christopher M. Chambers,
Peter Y. Wong,
John C. Heiser
et al.
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Full-length article
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24 January 2012 |
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Health care and socioeconomic impact of falls in the elderly
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.018
Abstract: Background: Elderly falls are associated with long hospital stays, major morbidity, and mortality. We sought to examine the fate of patients ≥75 years of age admitted after falls. Methods: W...
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Jeffrey J. Siracuse,
David D. Odell,
Stephen P. Gondek,
Stephen R. Odom,
Ekkehard M. Kasper,
Carl J. Hauser,
Donald W. Moorman
et al.
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Full-length article
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19 January 2012 |
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Getting back to zero with nucleated red blood cells: following trends is not necessarily a bad thing
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.10.002
Abstract: Background: The presence of nucleated red blood cells (NRBCs) has been identified as a poor prognostic indicator. We investigated the relationship of NRBC trends in patients with and without...
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Rupen Shah,
Subhash Reddy,
H. Mathilda Horst,
Jerry Stassinopoulos,
Jack Jordan,
Ilan Rubinfeld
et al.
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Full-length article
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16 January 2012 |
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Posterior and open anterior components separations: a comparative analysis
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.10.009
Abstract: Background: Anterior components separation (ACS) creates large lipocutaneous flaps to release the external oblique fascia often leading to major wound complications. Posterior components sep...
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David M. Krpata,
Jeffrey A. Blatnik,
Yuri W. Novitsky,
Michael J. Rosen
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16 January 2012 |
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The role of laparoscopy and laparoscopic ultrasound in the preoperative staging of patients with resectable colorectal liver metastases: a meta-analysis
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.07.018
Abstract: Background: The role of staging laparoscopy (SL) with laparoscopic ultrasound (LUS) in patients with resectable colorectal liver metastases (CRLM) remains controversial. Methods: A meta-anal...
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Deepak Hariharan,
Vasilis Constantinides,
Hemant M. Kocher,
Paris P. Tekkis
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Review article
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16 January 2012 |
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Laparoscopic or open liver resection? Let systematic review decide it
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.08.013
Abstract: Background: Laparoscopic liver resection is increasingly being used for the excision of benign and malignant hepatic lesions. The aim of this study was to perform meta-analysis on the compil...
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Ahsan Rao,
Ghaus Rao,
Irfan Ahmed
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Full-length article
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16 January 2012 |
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Calcium-lowering medications in patients with primary hyperparathyroidism: intraoperative findings and postoperative hypocalcemia
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.014
Abstract: Background: We analyzed how calcium-lowering medications (CLMs) influenced surgical findings in patients with primary hyperparathyroidism. Methods: A retrospective review was conducted of 28...
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David F. Schneider,
Gregory M. Day,
Steven A. De Jong
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Full-length article
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16 January 2012 |
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Diversification and trends in biliary tree cancer among the three major ethnic groups in the state of New Mexico
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.12.002
Abstract: Background: New Mexico's population is composed of 45% non-Hispanic whites, 42% Hispanics, 10% American Indians, and 3% other minorities. The purpose of this study was to compare the trends ...
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Itzhak Nir,
Charles L. Wiggins,
Katherine Morris,
Ashwani Rajput
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Full-length article
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12 January 2012 |
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Acute prognosis of critically ill patients with secondary peritonitis: the impact of the number of surgical revisions, and of the duration of surgical therapy
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.07.019
Abstract: Background: Duration of surgical therapy and the number of surgical revisions performed to control the focus may be important prognostic variables. Association of such time-dependent therapi...
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Dominik Rüttinger,
David Kuppinger,
Manuela Hölzwimmer,
Sabrina Zander,
Markus Vilsmaier,
Helmut Küchenhoff,
Karl-Walter Jauch,
Wolfgang H. Hartl
et al.
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Full-length article
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09 January 2012 |
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Expression of vascular endothelial growth factor-C in gastric carcinoma and the effect of its antisense gene transfection on the proliferation of human gastric cancer cell line SGC-7901
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.06.056
Abstract: Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between the expression of vascular endothelial growth factor-C (VEGF-C) in gastric carcinoma and tumor lymphangiogenesis an...
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Peng Zhu,
Jianbo Zhang,
Qi Chen,
Jijian Wang,
Yaxu Wang
et al.
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Full-length article
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09 January 2012 |
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Outcomes of cytoreduction with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy: our experience at a Midwest community hospital
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.009
Abstract: Background: Most cytoreduction with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy procedures are performed at academic tertiary referral centers with numerous surgical oncology faculty. The obje...
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Brent Goslin,
Shruti Sevak,
Arida Siripong,
Jill Onesti,
G. Paul Wright,
Marianne Melnik,
Mathew Chung
et al.
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Full-length article
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09 January 2012 |
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Healthcare disparities in Asians and Pacific Islanders with hepatocellular cancer
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.06.055
Abstract: Background: Hawaii has the highest incidence of hepatocellular cancer (HCC) in the United States and the largest proportion of Asians and Pacific Islanders. HCC studies generally combine the...
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Linda L. Wong,
Brenda Hernandez,
Sandi Kwee,
Cheryl L. Albright,
Gordon Okimoto,
Naoky Tsai
et al.
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Full-length article
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09 January 2012 |
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Long-term symptom relief and patient satisfaction after Heller myotomy and Toupet fundoplication for achalasia
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.10.003
Abstract: Background: The goal of this study was to review the results, symptom relief, and patient satisfaction after laparoscopic Heller myotomy and Toupet fundoplication. Methods: A cohort of patie...
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Andrew M. Popoff,
Jonathan A. Myers,
Matthew Zelhart,
Basile Maroulis,
Marc Mesleh,
Keith Millikan,
Minh B. Luu
et al.
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Full-length article
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06 January 2012 |
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Continued rationale of why hospital mortality is not an appropriate measure of trauma outcomes
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.10.004
Abstract: Background: We hypothesized that standardized withdrawal of care (WOC) practices and an aggressive long-term acute care facility (LTAC) discharge protocol could change hospital mortality and...
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Katherine B. Kelly,
Megan L. Koeppel,
John J. Como,
Jeffrey W. Carter,
Andrew M. McCoy,
Jeffrey A. Claridge
et al.
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06 January 2012 |
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Trends in the utilization of inguinal hernia repair techniques: a population-based study
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.10.005
Abstract: Background: The use of inguinal hernia repair techniques in the community setting is poorly understood. Methods: A retrospective review of all inguinal hernia repairs performed on adult resi...
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Benjamin Zendejas,
Tatiana Ramirez,
Trahern Jones,
Admire Kuchena,
Jaime Martinez,
Shahzad M. Ali,
Christine M. Lohse,
David R. Farley
et al.
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Full-length article
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06 January 2012 |
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The role of transcervical thymectomy in patients With hyperparathyroidism
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.013
Abstract: Background: The most common location for supernumerary or ectopic parathyroid glands is the thymus. Methods: A review of patients who underwent parathyroidectomy for hyperparathyroidism from...
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Kellen Welch,
Christopher R. McHenry
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Full-length article
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06 January 2012 |
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Using manual dexterity to predict the quality of the final product in the small bowel anastomosis after a period of training
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.06.054
Abstract: Objective: The use of aptitude tests in the selection of surgeons has gained recent attention. Few have described its relevance in predicting the acquisition of surgical techniques. We aim t...
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Dhalia Masud,
Shabnam Undre,
Ara Darzi
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Full-length article
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06 January 2012 |
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Effects of vitamin D deficiency in critically ill surgical patients
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.012
Abstract: Background: The incidence of vitamin D deficiency in critically ill patients is reported to be up to 50%, with a 3-fold increase in predicted mortality, but limited data exist concerning vit...
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Lisa Flynn,
Lisa Hall Zimmerman,
Kelly McNorton,
Mortimer Dolman,
James Tyburski,
Alfred Baylor,
Robert Wilson,
Heather Dolman
et al.
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30 December 2011 |
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Laparoendoscopic single-site gastric bands versus standard multiport gastric bands: a comparison of technical learning curve measured by surgical time
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.10.001
Abstract: Background: We aimed to evaluate our learning curve comparing surgical time of laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) banding with multiport laparoscopy. Methods: We performed a retrospective a...
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Matthew Gawart,
Sabine Dupitron,
Rami Lutfi
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30 December 2011 |
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Receptor changes in metachronous breast tumors—our experience of 10 years
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.010
Abstract: Introduction: Patients with primary breast cancer (PBC) are at 2 to 6 times higher risk for developing synchronous and metachronous breast cancer (MBC). The pathology and behavior of MBC sti...
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Jasneet Singh Bhullar,
Amruta Unawane,
Gokulakkrishna Subhas,
Husein Poonawala,
Linda Dubay,
Lorenzo Ferguson,
Yousif Goriel,
Michael J. Jacobs,
Ramachandra B. Kolachalam,
Sumet Silapaswan,
Vijay K. Mittal
et al.
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30 December 2011 |
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Control charts to identify adverse outcomes in elective colon resection
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.011
Abstract: Background: Control charts have been proposed for the measurement of quality in surgical care. Methods: For each of 181 study hospitals in the 2005 National Inpatient Sample of the Healthcar...
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Donald E. Fry,
Michael Pine,
Barbara L. Jones,
Roger J. Meimban
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30 December 2011 |
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Surgery via natural orifices in human beings: yesterday, today, tomorrow
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.05.019
Abstract: Background: We performed an evaluation of models, techniques, and applicability to the clinical setting of natural orifice surgery (mainly natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery [NO...
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Demetrios N. Moris,
Konstantinos J. Bramis,
Eleftherios I. Mantonakis,
Efstathios L. Papalampros,
Athanasios S. Petrou,
Alexandros E. Papalampros
et al.
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Review article
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30 December 2011 |
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Retrievable inferior vena cava filters in trauma patients: factors that influence removal rate and an argument for institutional protocols
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.006
Abstract: Background: Trauma patients at risk for pulmonary embolism, but with contraindications for anticoagulation therapy, often have retrievable inferior vena cava filters (RIVCF) placed. This stu...
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Roxie M. Albrecht,
Tabitha Garwe,
Sandra M. Carter,
Adrian J. Maurer
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23 December 2011 |
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The additional value of intraoperative parathyroid hormone assessment is marginal in patients with nonfamilial primary hyperparathyroidism: A prospective cohort study
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.07.017
Abstract: Background: The success of minimally invasive parathyroidectomy is attributed to evolving preoperative imaging techniques and intraoperative parathyroid hormone (IOPTH) measurement. The addi...
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Bas A. Twigt,
Thijs van Dalen,
Anne M. Vollebregt,
Wouter Kortlandt,
Menno R. Vriens,
Inne H.M. Borel Rinkes
et al.
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23 December 2011 |
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Treatment of small-bowel fistulae in the open abdomen
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.08.011
We read the paper by D'Hondt et al with interest, and have the following concerns.
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Kuzhiyamattathil Paulose Manjuraj,
Hariharan Ramesh
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Editorial
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19 December 2011 |
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Side-curtain air bag is a protective item: an effective necessity
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.02.016
We read with interest the article ‘“Protection against head injuries should not be optional: a case for mandatory installation of side-curtain airbags”' by Lance et al published in The American Journa...
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Shahram Paydar,
Mohammad Yasin Karami,
Shahram Bolandparvaz,
Hamid Reza Abbasi,
Majid Akrami,
Aida Amanat
et al.
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Editorial
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19 December 2011 |
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Standard laparoscopic versus single-incision laparoscopic colectomy for cancer: Early results of a randomized prospective study
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.005
Abstract: Background: Standard laparoscopic colectomy (SLC) for cancer is a safe, feasible, and oncologically effective procedure with better short-term and similar long-term results of open colectomy...
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Cristiano G. Huscher,
Andrea Mingoli,
Giovanna Sgarzini,
Andrea Mereu,
Barbara Binda,
Gioia Brachini,
Silvia Trombetta
et al.
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19 December 2011 |
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Development of an intraoperative pathology consultation service at a free-standing ambulatory surgical center: clinical and economic impact for patients undergoing breast cancer surgery
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.07.016
Abstract: Background: Second surgeries represent a significant detriment to breast cancer patients. We examined the impact an intraoperative pathology consultation service had on multiple facets of br...
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Michael S. Sabel,
Julie M. Jorns,
Angela Wu,
Jeffrey Myers,
Lisa A. Newman,
Tara M. Breslin
et al.
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19 December 2011 |
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A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study to assess the effect of recombinant human erythropoietin on functional outcomes in anemic, critically ill, trauma subjects: the Long Term Trauma Outcomes Study
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.08.006
Abstract: Background: Achieving a higher hemoglobin (Hb) level might allow the anemic, critically ill, trauma patient to have an improved outcome during rehabilitation therapy. Methods: Patients with ...
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Fred A. Luchette,
Michael D. Pasquale,
Timothy C. Fabian,
Wayne K. Langholff,
Marsha Wolfson
et al.
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19 December 2011 |
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Real world efficacy of alvimopan on elective bowel resection patients: an analysis of statistical versus clinical significance
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.007
Abstract: Background: Alvimopan has been shown to shorten time to return of bowel function (RBF), thereby decreasing length of stay (LOS). The aim of this study was to assess the clinical significance...
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Sara L. Gaines,
Kathryn Giroux,
Stephanie Thomas,
James S. Gregory
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19 December 2011 |
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Assessment for frailty is useful for predicting morbidity in elderly patients undergoing colorectal cancer resection whose comorbidities are already optimized
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.08.012
Abstract: Background: The clinical syndrome of frailty identified through the assessment of weight loss, gait speed, grip strength, physical activity, and physical exhaustion has been used to identify...
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Kok-Yang Tan,
Yutaka J. Kawamura,
Aika Tokomitsu,
Terence Tang
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19 December 2011 |
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Pediatric melanomas and the atypical spitzoid melanocytic neoplasms
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.04.008
Abstract: Cutaneous malignancies in the pediatric population are rare. Melanocytic neoplasms have garnered increased attention as the incidence of melanoma rises and as published analyses of biologica...
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Sarah J. Hill,
Keith A. Delman
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Review article
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19 December 2011 |
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Surgeons' leadership in the operating room: an observational study
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.03.009
Abstract: Background: There is widespread recognition in high-risk organizations that leadership is essential for efficient and safe team performance. However, there is limited empiric evidence identi...
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Sarah Henrickson Parker,
Steven Yule,
Rhona Flin,
Aileen McKinley
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19 December 2011 |
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Prognostic factors after liver resection for hepatocellular carcinoma: a single-center experience from China
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.05.010
Abstract: Background: This study aimed to clarify the risk factors for survival and recurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in a cohort of Chinese HCC patients after hepatectomy and to compare 6 ...
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Liguo Liu,
Ruoyu Miao,
Huayu Yang,
Xin Lu,
Yi Zhao,
Yilei Mao,
Shouxian Zhong,
Jiefu Huang,
Xinting Sang,
Haitao Zhao
et al.
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19 December 2011 |
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Blunt cerebrovascular injuries in the child
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.07.015
Abstract: Background: Although blunt cerebrovascular injuries (BCVIs) are a well-recognized sequela of trauma in adults, there have been few reports in children. The investigators questioned whether a...
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Teresa S. Jones,
Clay Cothren Burlew,
Lucy Z. Kornblith,
Walter L. Biffl,
David A. Partrick,
Jeffrey L. Johnson,
Carlton C. Barnett,
Denis D. Bensard,
Ernest E. Moore
et al.
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16 December 2011 |
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Outcomes of small bowel obstruction in patients with previous gynecologic malignancies
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.07.013
Abstract: Background: Features predictive of malignant small bowel obstructions among patients with previous gynecologic malignancies remain undetermined. Methods: Predictors of malignancy and mortali...
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Tamar L. Mirensky,
Kevin M. Schuster,
Unzila A. Ali,
Vikram Reddy,
Peter E. Schwartz,
Walter E. Longo
et al.
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16 December 2011 |
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Intraoperative stimulation neuromonitoring versus intraoperative continuous electromyographic neuromonitoring in total thyroidectomy: identifying laryngeal complications
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.05.011
Abstract: Background: Laryngeal complications occur in thyroidectomies as a result of several factors, but especially because of nerve damage. We compared intraoperative stimulation neuromonitoring (I...
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Charilaos Koulouris,
Theodossis S. Papavramidis,
Ioannis Pliakos,
Nick Michalopoulos,
Michalis Polyzonis,
Konstantinos Sapalidis,
Isaak Kesisoglou,
George Gkoutzamanis,
Spiros T. Papavramidis
et al.
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Full-length article
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12 December 2011 |
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Racial disparities in outcomes after appendectomy for acute appendicitis
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.05.020
Abstract: Background: Although black patients with acute appendicitis have been shown to be less likely than whites to undergo laparoscopic appendectomy, it is unknown whether they suffer increased co...
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John E. Scarborough,
Kyla M. Bennett,
Theodore N. Pappas
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09 December 2011 |
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Feasibility study of two-stage hepatectomy for bilobar liver metastases
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.07.014
Abstract: Background: The aim of this study was to analyze the feasibility and early outcomes of 2-stage liver resection for bilobar metastases. Methods: Data from 39 consecutive patients undergoing 2...
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Kaye A. Bowers,
David O'Reilly,
Giles E. Bond-Smith,
Robert R. Hutchins
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09 December 2011 |
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Response to letter to the editor: do pregnant women have improved outcomes after traumatic brain injury
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.07.012
We would like to thank Dr Wright and colleagues for their well thought-out critique of our study, which found that pregnant patients with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) showed no stat...
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Cherisse Berry,
James Mirocha,
Ali Salim
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Editorial
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08 December 2011 |
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Re: appendectomy in pregnancy: evaluation of the risks of a negative appendectomy
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.09.004
We read with great interest the article from Ito et al. The authors analyzed a cohort of 968 consecutive female patients who underwent an appendectomy in a 10-year period in a single institution and i...
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Salomone Di Saverio,
Gregorio Tugnoli,
Soccorsa Sofia,
Michele Masetti,
Fausto Catena,
Luca Ansaloni,
Elio Jovine
et al.
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Correspondence
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08 December 2011 |
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Preventing seroma formation after axillary dissection for breast cancer: a randomized clinical trial
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.06.051
Abstract: Background: Seroma formation after axillary dissection remains the most common early sequel to breast cancer surgery. Different surgical approaches have been performed to reduce seroma colle...
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Francesco Iovino,
Pasquale Pio Auriemma,
Francesca Ferraraccio,
Giulio Antoniol,
Alfonso Barbarisi
et al.
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Full-length article
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08 December 2011 |
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Current management practice of breast borderline lesions—need for further research and guidelines
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.06.052
Abstract: Background: Breast borderline lesions are usually diagnosed on needle biopsies of imaging abnormalities. The natural history of these lesions is unclear, and the literature is divided on app...
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Eran Nizri,
Schlomo Schneebaum,
Joseph M. Klausner,
Tehillah S. Menes
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08 December 2011 |
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A 60-year literature review of stump appendicitis: the need for a critical view
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.04.009
Abstract: Background: Stump appendicitis is an underreported and poorly defined condition. It is the development of obstruction and inflammation of the residual appendix after appendectomy. This is a ...
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Anuradha Subramanian,
Mike K. Liang
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Full-length article
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08 December 2011 |
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A preliminary review of a pilot curriculum to teach open surgical skills during general surgery residency with initial feedback
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.08.007
Abstract: Introduction: The aim of this study is to provide a preliminary review of a pilot curriculum to teach open surgical skills during general surgery residency and obtain initial feedback. Data ...
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Chandrakanth Are,
Carol Lomneth,
Hugh Stoddard,
Kenneth Azarow,
Jon S. Thompson
et al.
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Full-length article
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14 November 2011 |
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Assessment of the learning curve for pancreaticoduodenectomy
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.05.006
Abstract: Background: Experience with the Whipple procedure has been associated with improved outcomes, but the learning curve for this complex procedure is not well defined. Methods: Outcomes with 16...
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William E. Fisher,
Sally E. Hodges,
Meng-Fen Wu,
Susan G. Hilsenbeck,
F. Charles Brunicardi
et al.
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Full-length article
(In Press Corrected Proof)
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14 November 2011 |
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Current surgical approach to Paget's disease
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.07.010
Abstract: Background: Paget's disease constitutes between 1% and 3% of all breast malignancies, which makes defining standard surgical therapy difficult. We sought to identify preoperative factors tha...
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Laura S. Dominici,
Susan Lester,
Guo-Shiou Liao,
Life Guo,
Michelle Specht,
Barbara L. Smith,
Mehra Golshan
et al.
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Full-length article
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31 October 2011 |
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Blunt chest trauma: the role of chest x-ray, chest/abdomen computed tomography scan and physical examination
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.01.022
We read with great interest the recent report by Barrios et al showing that chest x-ray and abdominal computed tomography are sufficient to identify most clinically significant thoracic injuries in tr...
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Shahram Paydar,
Hamed Ghoddusi Johari
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Editorial
(In Press Corrected Proof)
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28 October 2011 |
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Legal perspective: surgeons and imaging—are self-reads a mistake?
DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.01.001
“I've been doing this a long time, I can read my own imaging as well as any radiologist.” Surgery residents hear this often from attending physicians. Commonly, surgeons spend time at morning table ro...
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Jonathan L. Mezrich
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Editorial
(In Press Corrected Proof)
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17 October 2011 |