10/Jun/2025
Uretero-fallopian fistula after gynecological surgery for endometriosis: a case report
DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2025RC1294
ABSTRACT The increasing use of videolaparoscopy for the complete excision of endometriotic lesions and restoration of pelvic anatomy has helped improve long-term outcomes. However, risks remain, including rare but significant complications such as salpingoureteral fistulas. Early diagnosis using imaging methods enables adequate treatment and reduces the risk of new complications. In this report, we present a case of uretero-fallopian fistula following gynecological surgery for the resection of endometriotic lesions, with intraoperative inadvertent ureteral injury. This case report aimed to highlight […]
Keywords: Fallopian tubes; Gynecologic surgical procedures; Laparoscopy; Magnetic resonance imaging; Postoperative complications; Tomography, x-ray computed; Urinary fistula; Video recording; Wounds and injuries
28/Apr/2025
Quality assessment of clinical practice in neuro-oncology
DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2025AO1343
Highlights ■ The molecular test according to the WHO classification of CNS tumors (gliomas) was performed in 100% (172) of patients. ■ Education on chemotherapy and informed consent for patients with brain tumors was carried out for 100% (130) of the patients who had an indication for chemotherapy treatment. ■ Approximately 87% of the patients with gliomas underwent postoperative cranial MRI. ■ A multidisciplinary approach, including molecular testing, was used for 35% of patients with glioma. ■ Thromboembolic events after […]
Keywords: Brain neoplasms; Central nervous system neoplasms; Glioma; Length of stay; Magnetic resonance imaging; Meningioma; Patient outcome assessment; Postoperative complications; Quality improvement; Quality Indicators, Health Care
07/Oct/2024
The 30-day readmission rate of patients with an overlap of probable sarcopenia and malnutrition undergoing major oncological surgery
DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2024AO0733
Highlights Probable sarcopenia plus malnutrition was significantly associated with unplanned readmission. Overlap of probable sarcopenia and malnutrition was an independent risk factor for readmission. Certification of whether the patient is malnourished and/or sarcopenic preoperatively is necessary. SARC-F and subjective global assessment can effectively and easily assess sarcopenia and malnutrition at admission. ABSTRACT Objective: To assess the 30-day unplanned readmission rate and its association with overlapping probable sarcopenia and malnutrition after major oncological surgery. Methods: A prospective bicentric observational cohort study […]
Keywords: Malnutrition; Nutritional status; Patient readmission; Postoperative complications; Sarcopenia; Surgical oncology
28/Aug/2023
Internal post-bariatric hernia due to hepatic adhesion: a case report
DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2023RC0478
ABSTRACT Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, a procedure proven effective for treating morbid obesity and metabolic disorders, carries the risk of complications such as the formation of internal hernias. These hernias are often difficult to diagnose and can be potentially fatal because they can cause structural obstruction. Most internal hernias occur in the jejunojejunostomy mesentery space, followed by Petersen’s space hernias, although herniation at other locations can also occur. Our case report presents an example of a rare internal hernia after laparoscopic […]
Keywords: Anastomosis, Roux-en-Y; Bariatric surgery; Gastric bypass; Hernia, obturator; Incisional hernia; Postoperative complications
14/Jun/2022
Benign prostatic hyperplasia surgical treatment trends in the Public Health System in São Paulo, Brazil
DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2022AO6880
ABSTRACT Objective To describe and compare the number of surgeries, mortality rate, length of hospital stay, and costs of transurethral resection of the prostate and open prostatectomy for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, between 2008 and 2018, in the Public Health System in São Paulo, Brazil. Methods Ecological and retrospective study using data from the informatics department of the Brazilian Public Health System database. Procedure codes were “open prostatectomy” and “transurethral resection of the prostate.” The outcomes analyzed were […]
Keywords: Length of stay; Mortality; Postoperative complications; Prostatectomy; Prostatic hyperplasia; Transurethral resection of prostate; Treatment outcome
24/Jul/2018
Circumcision: postoperative complications that required reoperation
DOI: 10.1590/S1679-45082018AO4241
ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate post-operative complications of circumcision requiring surgical reintervention. Methods Retrospective analysis of medical records of patients submitted to circumcision from May 1st, 2015 to May 31st, 2016. Results A total of 2,441 circumcisions were performed; in that, 1,940 using Plastibell and 501 by the classic technique. Complications requiring surgical reintervention were found in 3.27% of patients. When separated by surgical technique, 3.4% of circumcisions using Plastibell device required reoperation, as compared to 3% of conventional technique (p=0.79). […]
Keywords: Child; Circumcision, male/complications; Circumcision, male/surgery; Phimosis; Postoperative complications
09/Apr/2013
A proposal to grade the severity of early allograft dysfunction after liver transplantation
einstein (São Paulo). 09/Apr/2013;11(1):23-31.
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A proposal to grade the severity of early allograft dysfunction after liver transplantation
DOI: 10.1590/S1679-45082013000100006
OBJECTIVE: To propose a grading system for early hepatic graft dysfunction. METHODS: A retrospective study from a single transplant center. Recipients of liver transplants from deceased donors, transplanted under the MELD system were included. Early graft dysfunction was defined by Olthoff criteria. Multiple cut-off points of post-transplant laboratory tests were used to create a grading system for early graft dysfunction. The primary outcome was 6-months grafts survival. RESULTS: The peak of aminotransferases during the first postoperative week correlated with graft […]
Keywords: Graft survival; Liver transplantation; Postoperative complications; Reoperation
29/Oct/2012
Femoral nerve neuropathy after the psoas hitch procedure
DOI: 10.1590/S1679-45082012000300020
Femoral nerve neuropathy as a complication from abdominopelvic surgery was firstly described in 1896, by Gumpertz, in a case report of femoral nerve injury following hysterectomy. The authors report two cases of femoral nerve neuropathy following psoas hitch vesicopexy in ureteral reimplantation, and to discuss the etiology and clinical manifestations of this complication. Femoral nerve neuropathy secondary to psoas hitch is a rare complication, although it should be considered during the surgical procedure, as well as in postoperative care.
Keywords: Case reports; Peripheral nervous system diseases; Postoperative complications; Psoas Muscle; Suture techniques; Ureter
01/Jan/2010
Pilot study in neonates using low-level laser therapy in the immediate postoperative period of myelomeningocele
einstein (São Paulo). 01/Jan/2010;8(1):5-9.
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Pilot study in neonates using low-level laser therapy in the immediate postoperative period of myelomeningocele
DOI: 10.1590/S1679-45082010AO1441
ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the tissue repair behavior after corrective surgical incision in neonates submitted to low-level laser therapy, in an attempt to diminish the incidence of postoperative dehiscence following the surgery for myelomeningocele performed immediately after birth. Methods: It is a prospective pilot study with 13 myelomeningocele patients submitted to surgery at birth who received adjuvant treatment with low-level laser therapy (Group A). Diode laser C.W., λ = 685t nm, p = 21 mW, E = 0.19 J was […]
Keywords: Congenital, hereditary, neonatal diseases and abnormalities/surgery; Guided tissue regeneration/methods; Infant, Newborn; Laser therapy, low-level; Meningomyelocele/surgery; Postoperative complications; Surgical wound dehiscence/ prevention & control