INTRODUCTION: The long length and small diameter of endoscopic working channels present significant design obstacles for instruments such as endoscopic scissors that require reliable function and strong closing force. This study compares the function of four endoscopic shears.METHODS: Endoscopic scissors from four companies were trialed – the Olympus FS-3L-1 (Olympus, Tokyo, Japan), EES Prototype Device […]
The research is supported by a fund from the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality (No: 07DZ1950) Objective: To investigate the clinical and pathological characteristics of locally advanced rectal carcinoma and identification of the candidates for neoadjuvant chemoradiation (nCRT). Summary Background data: So far the nCRT has been the standard care for locally advanced […]
Introduction: The recent increase in primary bariatric surgery has been coupled with an increase in revisional bariatric surgery. While most revisional surgery is for inadequate weight loss, a small but significant number of malabsorptive complications require re-intervention. The requirement for revision is suggested by symptoms and signs of malabsorption and malnutrition. Multiple investigational studies are […]
Less was known regarding outcome of dilatation in corrosive stricture of the esophagus. The aim of this study was to report the treatment outcome of dilatation for corrosive esophageal stricture.Methods: Medical records of twenty-three patients with corrosive esophageal stricture who underwent esophagal dilatations were reviewed. All dilatations were performed under general anesthesia using Savary-Gillard dilator […]
INTRODUCTION: Currently, there is no ideal specimen retrieval bag for NOTES. This study tested the efficacy and reliability of a novel through-the- scope (TTS) retrieval bag.METHODS: Eleven NOTES retrieval bags (Ethicon Endo Surgery) 5.5×2.5cm in size and 3.6mm in diameter were used for these experiments. The impermeable bags have a 3.5cm wire-supported articulating/rotating opening with […]