{"title":"Reply to Zhang et al. regarding 'Re: ChatGPT encounters multiple opportunities and challenges in neurosurgery'.","authors":"Min-Liang Yang, Bo-Wen Zheng, Jian-Feng Song","doi":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000002106","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JS9.0000000000002106","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":14401,"journal":{"name":"International journal of surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":12.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142390456","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Innovative approaches in stem cell therapy: revolutionizing cancer treatment and advancing neurobiology- A comprehensive review.","authors":"Dhrupad Banerjee, Arghya Bhattacharya, Abhijeet Puri, Shubham Munde, Nobendu Mukerjee, Popat Mohite, Syeda Wajida Kazmi, Abhishek Sharma, Taha Alqahtani, Humood Al Shmrany","doi":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000002111","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000002111","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Stem cell therapy represents a transformative frontier in medical science, offering promising avenues for revolutionizing cancer treatment and advancing our understanding of neurobiology. This review explores innovative approaches in stem cell therapy that have the potential to reshape clinical practices and therapeutic outcomes in cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. In this dynamic and intriguing realm of cancer research, recent years witnessed a surge in attention towards understanding the intricate role of Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs). These cells, capable of either suppressing or promoting tumors across diverse experimental models, have been a focal point in the exploration of exosome-based therapies. Exosomes released by MSCs have played a pivotal role, in unraveling the nuances of paracrine signaling and its profound impact on cancer development. Recent studies have revealed the complex nature of MSC-derived exosomes, showcasing both pro-tumor and anti-tumor effects. Despite their multifaceted involvement in tumor growth, these exosomes show significant promise in influencing both tumor development and chemosensitivity, acting as a pivotal factor that increases stem cells' potential for medicinal use. Endogenous MSCs, primarily originating from the bone marrow, exhibited a unique migratory response to damaged tissue sites. The genetic modification of stem cells, including MSCs, opened avenues for the precise delivery of therapeutic payloads in the milieu around the tumor (TME). Stem cell therapy offers groundbreaking potential for treating neurodegenerative and autoimmune disorders by regenerating damaged tissues and modulating immune responses. This approach aims to restore lost function and promote healing through targeted cellular interventions. In this review, we explored the molecular complexities of cancer and the potential for breakthroughs in personalized and targeted therapies. This analysis offers hope for transformative advancements in both cancer treatment and neurodegenerative disorders, highlighting the promise of precision medicine in addressing these challenging conditions.</p>","PeriodicalId":14401,"journal":{"name":"International journal of surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":12.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11634158/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142390455","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Mapping the scientific landscape and evolution of the international journal of surgery: A scientometric analysis (2004-2024).","authors":"Chong Li, Jing Hu, Anqi He, Chengqi He, Weihua Zhuang","doi":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000002107","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JS9.0000000000002107","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>The purpose of this study was to analyze the publication characteristics and development of the International Journal of Surgery over its 20-year history.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study included articles published in IJS during the 20 years from 2004 to 2024. The data were analyzed using the Citespace, VOS viewer, and the 'Bibliometrix' package in R software. We studied the dynamics and trend patterns of IJS literature production through descriptive bibliometrics and identified the most prolific authors, publications, institutions, and countries. Bibliometric maps were utilized to visualize published articles' content and identify the most prolific research terms and topics in IJS, as well as their evolution over time.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 5964 publications in the IJS from 2004 to 2023 and 356 publications in 2024 were included in the analysis. The study revealed a positive trend in literature production, although the number of articles published in IJS has slightly decreased recently. The most productive country was China (n=1,211), the most productive institution was Sichuan University (n=151), and the most prolific author was Wang Yang (n=87). The top 15 most cited articles focus primarily on research reporting standard guidelines for surgical studies. Research published in IJS mainly targeted middle-aged and older adults, emphasizing postoperative complications and treatment outcomes. The future research focus in IJS might center on integrating artificial intelligence and deep learning technologies to revolutionize surgical research and practice.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The International Journal of Surgery significantly contributes to advances in surgical research. IJS prioritized enhancing patient outcomes and advancing surgical techniques, focusing on middle-aged and older adults, postoperative complications, and treatment outcomes. The journal emphasized robust evidence through retrospective, controlled, and cohort surgical studies. Integrating artificial intelligence and deep learning represented a significant frontier poised to revolutionize surgical care, shaping the future landscape of research and practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":14401,"journal":{"name":"International journal of surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":12.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142686872","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yi Zhu, Ou Mei, Hui Zhang, Wulin You, Jiamin Zhong, Caralyn P Collins, Guowei Shen, Changqi Luo, Xingye Wu, Jingjing Li, Yi Shu, Ya Wen, Hue H Luu, Lewis L Shi, Jiaming Fan, Tong-Chuan He, Guillermo A Ameer, Cheng Sun, Liangyuan Wen, Russell R Reid
{"title":"Establishment and characterization of a rat model of scalp-cranial composite defect for multilayered tissue engineering.","authors":"Yi Zhu, Ou Mei, Hui Zhang, Wulin You, Jiamin Zhong, Caralyn P Collins, Guowei Shen, Changqi Luo, Xingye Wu, Jingjing Li, Yi Shu, Ya Wen, Hue H Luu, Lewis L Shi, Jiaming Fan, Tong-Chuan He, Guillermo A Ameer, Cheng Sun, Liangyuan Wen, Russell R Reid","doi":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000002108","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000002108","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":14401,"journal":{"name":"International journal of surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":12.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11634176/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142380818","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shihai Yang, Lele Wu, Xiaolei Shi, Changwei Guo, Chengsong Yue, Shitao Fan, Jie Yang, Jiaxing Song, Dongsheng Ye, Xu Xu, Zhouzhou Peng, Linyu Li, Jiandi Huang, Chang Liu, Jiacheng Huang, Nizhen Yu, Yan Tian, Jinfu Ma, Dahong Yang, Weilin Kong, Zhixi Wang, Wenzhe Sun, Qingwu Yang, Boyu Chen, Wenjie Zi
{"title":"Effect of occlusion site on the effectiveness and safety of endovascular thrombectomy for large ischemic cores: A cohort study.","authors":"Shihai Yang, Lele Wu, Xiaolei Shi, Changwei Guo, Chengsong Yue, Shitao Fan, Jie Yang, Jiaxing Song, Dongsheng Ye, Xu Xu, Zhouzhou Peng, Linyu Li, Jiandi Huang, Chang Liu, Jiacheng Huang, Nizhen Yu, Yan Tian, Jinfu Ma, Dahong Yang, Weilin Kong, Zhixi Wang, Wenzhe Sun, Qingwu Yang, Boyu Chen, Wenjie Zi","doi":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000002102","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JS9.0000000000002102","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Recent clinical trials have shown that patients with large ischemic cores have better outcomes with endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) compared with standard medical treatment (SMT) alone.We aim to assess whether the relationship between EVT and improvements in clinical outcomes varies depending on the location of the occlusive sites.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study is a subgroup analysis conducted within a prospective, nationwide, multi-center registry. The cohort included patients with acute large vessel occlusion in the anterior circulation and an Alberta Stroke Program Early Computed Tomography Score of 0 to 5 within 24 hours from last known well. We utilized the adjusted common odds ratio for a shift toward better outcome on the modified Rankin Scale after EVT compared with SMT alone as the primary outcome. Safety outcomes included symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage (sICH).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 745 patients with large ischemic cores were included: 272(36.5%) with internal carotid artery occlusion, 392(52.6%) with M1 segment of the middle cerebral artery occlusion, and 81(11.0%) with M2 segment of the middle cerebral artery occlusion. The adjusted common odds ratios were as follows: 1.98 (95% CI, 1.01-3.89) for ICA occlusions, 2.09 (95% CI, 1.35-3.23) for M1 occlusions, and 1.13 (95% CI, 0.43-2.94) for M2 occlusions. There was no significant treatment-by-occlusion site interaction observed (P=0.69). However, the incidence of sICH was significantly greater in all groups receiving EVT than in those receiving SMT alone. Additionally, we observed that the secondary outcomes and subgroup analyses were generally consistent with the main outcomes.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>In this study, we found that patients with internal carotid artery and M1 occlusion demonstrated a better outcome with EVT, while the benefit for patients with M2 occlusion remains uncertain.</p>","PeriodicalId":14401,"journal":{"name":"International journal of surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":12.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142375464","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Robotic pancreas surgery for pancreatic cancer.","authors":"Sarah B Hays, Aram E Rojas, Melissa E Hogg","doi":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000000906","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000000906","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Since the introduction of robotic pancreas surgery in the early 2000s, there has been significant increase in the adoption of the robot to perform complex pancreatic resections. However, utilization of the robot for pancreatic cancer has lagged behind due to concern for inferior oncologic outcomes. Furthermore, research in this field has previously been limited to small, single institution observational studies. Recent and ongoing randomized controlled trials in robotic distal pancreatectomy and robotic pancreatoduodenectomy have aimed to address concerns regarding the use of robotic techniques in pancreatic cancer. Together, these studies suggest similar, if not improved, outcomes with a robotic approach, including shorter hospital stays, expedited recovery with less postoperative complications, and equivalent resection rates, when compared to the standard open approaches. Additionally, surgical training in robotic pancreas surgery is of equal importance for patient safety. This review summarizes the available literature on the efficacy and safety of robotic pancreas surgery for pancreatic cancer, with specific focus on robotic distal pancreatectomy and robotic pancreatoduodenectomy.</p>","PeriodicalId":14401,"journal":{"name":"International journal of surgery","volume":" ","pages":"6100-6110"},"PeriodicalIF":12.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11486949/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138290885","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Roberto M Montorsi, Babs M Zonderhuis, Freek Daams, Olivier R Busch, Geert Kazemier, Giovanni Marchegiani, Giuseppe Malleo, Roberto Salvia, Marc G Besselink
{"title":"Treatment strategies to prevent or mitigate the outcome of postpancreatectomy hemorrhage: a review of randomized trials.","authors":"Roberto M Montorsi, Babs M Zonderhuis, Freek Daams, Olivier R Busch, Geert Kazemier, Giovanni Marchegiani, Giuseppe Malleo, Roberto Salvia, Marc G Besselink","doi":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000000876","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000000876","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Postpancreatectomy hemorrhage (PPH) is a leading cause for surgical mortality after pancreatic surgery. Several strategies for the prevention and management of PPH have been studied in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) but a systematic review is lacking. The authors systematically reviewed RCTs regarding the impact of treatment strategies on the incidence and outcome of PPH.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>Eligible RCTs reporting on impact of treatment on the rate of PPH were identified through a systematic literature search using the Evidence Map of Pancreatic Surgery (2012-2022). Methodological quality was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias 2 (RoB-2) tool for RCTs. Various definitions of PPH were accepted and outcome reported separately for the International Study Group for Pancreatic Surgery (ISGPS) definition.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Overall, 99 RCTs fulfilled the eligibility criteria with a pooled 6.1% rate of PPH (range 1-32%). The pooled rate of PPH defined as ISGPS grade B/C was 8.1% (range 0-24.9%). Five RCTs reported five strategies that significantly reduced the rate of PPH. Three concerned surgical technique: pancreatic anastomosis with small jejunal incision, falciform ligament wrap around the gastroduodenal artery stump, and pancreaticojejunostomy (vs pancreaticogastrostomy). Two concerned perioperative management: perioperative pasireotide administration, and algorithm-based postoperative patient management. No single RCT specifically focused on the treatment of patients with PPH.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This systematic review of RCTs identified five strategies which reduce the rate of PPH; three concerning intraoperative surgical technique and two concerning perioperative patient management. Future studies should focus on the treatment of patients with PPH as RCTs are currently lacking.</p>","PeriodicalId":14401,"journal":{"name":"International journal of surgery","volume":" ","pages":"6145-6154"},"PeriodicalIF":12.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11486935/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138176154","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pauline Raoul, Marco Cintoni, Alessandro Coppola, Sergio Alfieri, Giampaolo Tortora, Antonio Gasbarrini, Maria Cristina Mele, Emanuele Rinninella
{"title":"Preoperative low skeletal muscle mass index assessed using L3-CT as a prognostic marker of clinical outcomes in pancreatic cancer patients undergoing surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis.","authors":"Pauline Raoul, Marco Cintoni, Alessandro Coppola, Sergio Alfieri, Giampaolo Tortora, Antonio Gasbarrini, Maria Cristina Mele, Emanuele Rinninella","doi":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000000989","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000000989","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Reduction in muscle mass can be routinely quantified using computed tomography (CT) of the third lumbar vertebra (L3) during a curative pancreatic cancer (PC) course. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the association between preoperative low skeletal muscle index (SMI) measured by L3-CT and postoperative clinical outcomes in PC resectable patients.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Three electronic databases (PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus) were searched for articles published through May 2023. Duplicate titles and abstracts, full-text screening, and data extraction were performed. A meta-analysis was performed for overall survival (OS), recurrence-free survival (RFS), postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF), morbidity, and postoperative length of stay (P-LOS). The risk of bias was assessed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 2942 patients with PC from 11 studies were identified. Preoperative low SMI was found in 50.9% of PC resectable patients. Preoperative low SMI was significantly associated with adjusted OS (adjusted hazard ratio, 1.52; 95% CI 1.25-1.86, P < 0.0001). No significant associations were found between preoperative low SMI and RFS, number of POPF, significant morbidity, and P-LOS ( P >0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>SMI should be evaluated in a timely manner as a predictor of OS in PC resectable patients. Studies assessing nutritional protocols for maintaining/increasing skeletal muscle mass are required to develop a personalized nutritional approach to improve clinical outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":14401,"journal":{"name":"International journal of surgery","volume":" ","pages":"6126-6134"},"PeriodicalIF":12.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11486987/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141248139","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ahmed M Rashwan, Mohamed M A Abumandour, Ramadan Kandyel, Om P Choudhary, Rofaida M Soliman, Ashraf El Sharaby, Ahmed G Nomir
{"title":"Implications of endoplasmic reticulum stress and beta-cell loss in immunodeficient diabetic NRG-Akita mice for understanding monogenic diabetes.","authors":"Ahmed M Rashwan, Mohamed M A Abumandour, Ramadan Kandyel, Om P Choudhary, Rofaida M Soliman, Ashraf El Sharaby, Ahmed G Nomir","doi":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000001148","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JS9.0000000000001148","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Immunodeficient mice models have become increasingly important as in vivo models engrafted with human cells or tissues for research. The NOD-Rag1 null Ins2 Akita Il2r null (NRG-Akita) mice is a model combined with immunodeficient NRG and monogenic diabetes Akita mice that develop spontaneous hyperglycemia with progressive loss of pancreatic insulin-producing beta-cells with age. This model is one of the monogenic diabetic models, which has been providing a powerful platform for transplantation experiments of stem cells-generated human β-cells. This research aimed to provide insights into the mechanisms underlying this monogenic diabetes, which remains incompletely understood.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Histological and immunofluorescence analyses were conducted on endocrine pancreatic islets to compare NRG wild-type (Wt) controls with NRG-Akita mice. Our investigation focused on assessing the expression of endocrine hormones, transcription factors, proliferation, ER stress, and apoptosis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Histological analyses on NRG-Akita mice revealed smaller islets at 6-weeks-old, due to fewer β-cells in the islets, compared to NRG-Wt controls, which further progressed with age. The proliferation rate decreased, and apoptosis was abundant in β-cells in NRG-Akita mice. Interestingly, our mechanistic analyses revealed that β-cells in NRG-Akita mice progressively accumulated the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stresses, leading to a decreased expression of pivotal β-cell transcriptional factor PDX1.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Altogether, our mechanistic insight into β-cell loss in this model could shed light on essential links between ER stress, proliferation, and cell identity, which might open the door to new therapeutic strategies for various diseases since ER stress is one of the most common features not only in diabetes but also in other degenerative diseases.</p>","PeriodicalId":14401,"journal":{"name":"International journal of surgery","volume":" ","pages":"6231-6242"},"PeriodicalIF":12.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11486971/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139702462","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}