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GIT Surgery
The Lost Art of Clinical Diagnosis

Samir Johna

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 1-3

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.145171.1065

Abstract
  This editorial focuses on the importance of the clinical diagnosis in clinical practice. While huge leaps are made in laboratory testing and imaging, physical examination remains a corner stone in medical practice allowing high quality care delivery with reasonable costs.  Read More ...

surgery
Functional treatment of Condylar Mandibular Process Fractures

Hayder Al khaqani; Ali Abbas Alshawi

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 4-11

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.139599.1051

Abstract
  Background: Mandibular fracture is one of the commonest facial skeletal injuries, the classical treatment for condylar fracture either by  close or open reduction. The purpose of this study is to prove the effectiveness of early functional rehabilitation through the effect of neuromuscular adaptation ...  Read More ...

surgery
Can Hyaluronic acid gel enhance wound healing faster than Advanced Platelets Rich Fibrin following surgical removal of impacted mandibular third molars? A Randomized Controlled Trial

Thoulfokar Shokor Alsaadi; Ahmed Fadhel Al-Quisi

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 12-24

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.141332.1055

Abstract
  Purpose: To assess the efficacy of advanced platelet-rich fibrin (A-PRF) and 1% hyaluronic acid gel (HA ) as a regenerative biomaterial for wound healing after impacted third molar extractions.Materials and methods: This study was a randomized controlled trial carried out in the oral surgery unit of ...  Read More ...

Dentistry
Identification of Posterior Superior Alveolar Artery During Direct Sinus Floor Elevation: A Cone Beam Computed Tomography Radiographic Study

ahmed ali al-marashi

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 25-32

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.141128.1054

Abstract
  Background:The study aims to present the location and course of the posterior superior alveolar artery (PSAA) using cone beam computed tomography (C.B.C.T.) imaging, which is considered as a valuable part for treatment planning in sinus augmentation procedures for dental implant treatment.Materials and ...  Read More ...

Urosurgery
Single dose of pre-operative intravenous antibiotic is sufficient for upper tract urolithiasis procedures

ERSHAD HUSSAIN GALETI; Saqib Shahab; Mriganka Deuri Bharali; Gousia Begum Sowdagar

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 33-41

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.138130.1042

Abstract
  Background: Infection is one of the major complications in endourological procedures, and may range in severity from mild fever to septic shock. A survey on postoperative antibiotic usage showed varied usage. No clear guidelines exist for the same.The objective of this study is to rationalise the usage ...  Read More ...

Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
Timing of administration of Tocilizumab and its effect on outcome in critically ill COVID-19 patients. A retrospective study

Singam Geetha; Noor Ul Ain Fatima; Akhya Kumar Kar; Soujanya Rani; Padmaja Durga; Lakshmi Brahmaramba

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 42-51

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.140124.1052

Abstract
  Introduction:COVID-19 infection has been implicated in millions of deaths worldwide. The respiratory distress occurs with cytokine storm around 2ndweek of symptom onset. Tocilizumab, a humanized monoclonal antibody directed against the interleukin 6(IL-6) receptor has been used at varying extents in ...  Read More ...

Dentistry
Assessment of salivary levels of 8-OHdG in patients with periodontitis and/or obesity

Muthana Samir; Suzan Ali

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 52-65

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.139530.1049

Abstract
  Background: Periodontitis is universally agreed to be an inflammatory disease that arises as a consequence of the interaction between periodontal pathogens and the host’s immune response, oxidative stress might be one of the most significant contributors to the development and progression of periodontitis. ...  Read More ...

Urosurgery
Outcomes of dorsal buccal mucosal graft urethroplasty in female urethral strictures

ERSHAD HUSSAIN GALETI; Pogula Vedamurthy Reddy; Gousia Begum Sowdagar

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 66-75

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.137608.1037

Abstract
  BACKGROUND: Female urethral strictures are rare; that is why the literature describing stricture management in women is sparse. We describe the outcomes and complications of dorsal buccal mucosa graft urethroplasty done in female patients with urethral stricture.METHODS: From January 2017 to December ...  Read More ...

Comparative study between Immunohistochemistry and Molecular method in detection of BRAF V600E mutation in papillary thyroid carcinoma

Sarah Ali Darweesh; Jasim M. Al-Diab; Sawsan S. Al-Harron; Hussam Aziz Hasson

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 76-87

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.144308.1062

Abstract
  Papillary thyroid carcinoma is the most common endocrine and thyroid malignancy. The (BRAF V600E) mutation is the most common mutation in papillary thyroid cancer (PTC). The mutation is detected in about (60%) of the cases. Patients with BRAF mutation have been linked to aggressive clinical behavior, ...  Read More ...

surgery
PATTERN OF ACUTE APPENDICITIS IN BASRAH. IRAQ A retrospective study

Mazin A. Abdulla; Abdulsattar Ali Abdulsattar; Hussein Azher Hadi; Shahad Ali Mahamood; Hawraa Ali Raheem; Nabaa Jawad Ramadan

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 88-98

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.144641.1063

Abstract
  Background: Appendicitis is a common surgical emergency with a global incidence of approximately 233 per 100,000 population. The incidence is higher in males than in females, and it varies across seasons and countries. This study aims to throw light on the pattern of appendicitis in Basrah. IraqMethods:This ...  Read More ...

neurosurgery
Validity of Glasgow coma scale and brain computed tomography in predicting outcome of patients with acute traumatic brain injury

Thikra Abdul jebbar Hussein

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 99-112

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.137570.1053

Abstract
  Background: The most powerful independent prognostic variables were GCS and CT characteristics. Since the introduction of CT imaging, the treatment of patients with head injury has improved considerably and it has become a powerful prognostic tool for improving clinical care in TBI, significantly reducing ...  Read More ...

surgery
A prospective comparison study between lechtenstein open anterior polypropylene onlay mesh”OAPOM” and modified lechtenstein (chastan and Basrah technique)

Jasim Dager Saud; Muataz Fathullh Fadhil

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 113-122

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.144058.1061

Abstract
  Background:Lichtenstein in the 1980, employed a mesh piece to the inguinal canal`s floor. It showed superior results compared to previous tissue-based repairs. It is gold standard for open hernia repair with recurrence rate at 5 years <4%, with risk of severe chronic pain at 3 years = 6%. The Chastan ...  Read More ...

Urosurgery
R.I.R.S. (RENAL STONE DENSITY, INFERIOR POLE STONE, RENAL INFUNDIBULAR LENGTH, STONE BURDEN) SCORING SYSTEM FOR PREDICTING STONE FREE RATE FOLLOWING RETROGRADE INTRARENAL SURGERY

Vishnuvardan Reddy N; Charan Kumar G.V.; Devaraj Rahul; DHEERAJ SSS; Ram Reddy Ch

Volume 29, Issue 2 , December 2023, Page 123-133

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2023.143465.1058

Abstract
  Background: This study evaluated the accuracy of the R.I.R.S scoring system (kidney stone density, inferior pole stones, stone burden, and renal infundibular length) in predicting the stone-free rate (SFR) post RIRS. Methods: This retrospective study was conducted in 50 patients aged 18-65 years undergoing ...  Read More ...