Volume 29 (2023)
Volume 28 (2022)
Volume 27 (2021)
Volume 26 (2020)
Volume 25 (2019)
Volume 24 (2018)
Volume 23 (2017)
Volume 22 (2016)
Volume 21 (2015)
Volume 20 (2014)
Volume 18 (2012)
Volume 17 (2011)
Volume 16 (2010)
Volume 15 (2009)
Volume 14 (2008)
Volume 13 (2007)
Volume 12 (2006)
Volume 11 (2005)
Volume 10 (2004)
Volume 9 (2003)
Volume 8 (2002)
WHAT IS WITHIN THE SURGEON'S CONTROL AND WHAT IS BEYOND?

Thamer A. Hamdan

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 1-2

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73611

Abstract
  Thamer A Hamdan MB,ChB, FRCS, FRCP, FACS, FICS, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dean of Basrah College of Medicine, Chancellor of Basrah University, Basrah, IRAQ. The good outcome of surgery is the goal and what everybody is looking for. Sadly and particularly in our locality, the outcome is always ...  Read More ...

FUNDAMENTALS OF GOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE: COMPETENCE AND PERFORMANCE

Majeed H Alwan

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 3-9

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73612

Abstract
  This is the third article in the series ‘Fundamentals of good medical practice’1,2. In this paper I will discuss the definitions of ‘Competence’ and ‘Performance’, the distinction and relationship between the two areas, and the possible/suggested different aspects of their assessment for ...  Read More ...

LAPAROSCOPIC ENTRY: A REVIEW OF TECHNIQUES, TECHNOLOGIES, AND COMPLICATIONS

Issam Merdan

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 10-23

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73613

Abstract
  L aparoscopy (Gr: Laparo-abdomen, scopein-to examine) is the art of examining the abdominal cavity and its contents. It requires insertion of a cannula through the abdomi¬nal wall, distention of the abdominal cavity with gas or air (pneumoperitoneum), and visualization and examination of the abdomen’s ...  Read More ...

PREOPERATIVE GABAPENTIN IN LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY

Mohammed H Saeed; Anna W Krikor; Zaineb A Yaquob; Mustafa W Yihya; Hashim S Khayat

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 24-29

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73614

Abstract
  Facts in gabapentin use are known about its effect on neuropathic pain management while its clinical significance as analgesic in laparoscopic cholecystectomy has not been studied much to clarify its importance and to know how and when it could be used or if this new analgesic strategy can be an alternative ...  Read More ...

EARLY VERSUS DELAYED LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY IN ACUTE CHOLECYSTITIS

Saad Abdulwahab Jaffer; Zaki Alfadagh; Mansoor Ameen Mohammed; Hamed Abed-Alnabi Flaifel; Hussein Abbas Muhalhil; Faiz Abdulwahid Alwaeely; Salah Zuhair Al-Asadi; Nawfal Ali Mubark; Ihsan S Sahi; Mukhallad A Ramadhan; Sadiq U Khadim; TALIB A AHMED; RIYADH J FAKHRULDEEN; Salam N Asfar; Jasim M Salman; American Board; FRCS; Nevada; T. A. Hamdan; FRCP

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 30-34

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73615

Abstract
  Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is performed rather commonly by general surgeons for symptomatic gall stones. This study is an analysis of experience for the timing of laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis performed in Basrah, Iraq, by one surgeon. This study aimed to know the difference ...  Read More ...

POSTOPERATIVE ANALGESIA OF TRANSVERSUS ABDOMINIS PLANE BLOCK AFTER CESAREAN DELIVERY UNDER GENERAL ANESTHESIA

Hamed Abed-Alnabi Flaifel; Hussein Abbas Muhalhil

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 35-43

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73616

Abstract
  Cesarean delivery under general anesthesia requires effective postoperative analgesia for early ambulation and breast feeding. Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block is done by injecting local anesthetic solution in the plane between internal oblique and transversus abdominis muscles on either sides ...  Read More ...

COMPARISON OF GNRH AGONIST WITH LOW-DOSE URINARY HCG FOR THE INDUCTION OF FINAL OOCYTE MATURATION IN HIGH-RISK PATIENTS UNDERGOING INTRACYTOPLASMIC SPERM INJECTION-EMBRYO TRANSFER (ICSI-ET)

Faiz Abdulwahid Alwaeely

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 44-49

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73617

Abstract
  Faiz Abdulwahid Alwaeely Basra Medical College, Almanar Fertility and Endoscopy Center Abstract The aim of this study is to compare clinical pregnancy rates in ICSI-ET cycles where GnRH agonist or hCG was used to induce final maturation of the oocytes. A total of 97 women who produced more than ...  Read More ...

VITREOUS FLOATERS AND PHOTOPSIA AS PREDICTORS OF VITREORETINAL PATHOLOGY

Salah Zuhair Al-Asadi

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 50-55

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73618

Abstract
  Salah Zuhair Al-Asadi MB,ChB, FRCS, FIBMS, Lecturer of Ophthalmology, College of Medicine, University of Basrah. Abstract Floaters and photopsia are common eye symptoms. This prospective study aims to detect the relative importance of floaters, photopsia, or both as predictors of vitreo-retinal ...  Read More ...

EVIDENCE OF BRONCHOSPASM IN PATIENTS WITH HYPER-REACTIVE AIRWAY DISEASES (HRAD) FOLLOWING THIOPENTAL SODIUM INDUCTION OF ANESTHESIA

Nawfal Ali Mubark

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 56-61

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73619

Abstract
  Nawfal Ali Mubark MB, ChB, DA, FICMS, Lecturer in Anesthesiology, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Basrah, IRAQ. Abstract The objective of this study is to evaluate the evidence of bronchospasm in patients with hyper-reactive airway disease (HRAD) following induction of ...  Read More ...

HORMONAL DISTURBANCES IN PATIENTS WITH BENIGN PROSTATE HYPERPLASIA

Ihsan S Sahi; Mukhallad A Ramadhan; Sadiq U Khadim

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 61-67

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73620

Abstract
  Ihsan S Sahi*, Mukhallad A Ramadhan@ & Sadiq U Khadim# *CABS, Head, Dept. of Surgery. @#MSc, Department of Pathology, University of Missan, College of Medicine, Missan, IRAQ. Abstract Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, benign prostatic hypertrophy), a non-malignant abnormal growth of the prostate ...  Read More ...

IMPLANTS FAILURE IN ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY IN KUT

TALIB A AHMED

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 68-73

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73621

Abstract
  TALIB A AHMED MB,ChB, Dip.Orth. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon. Al-Karama Teaching Hospital. AL-Kut, IRAQ. Abstract Out of 558 cases of internal fixation of long bones done within five years, 22 cases of implant failure were recorded at Al-Karama Teaching Hospital at Al-Kut city, IRAQ. This is ...  Read More ...

THE IMPORTANCE OF SERUM BROMIDE DETERMINATION IN THE CLINICAL LABORATORIES

RIYADH J FAKHRULDEEN

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 74-75

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73622

Abstract
  RIYADH J FAKHRULDEEN PhD. The Royal Society, Amman, Jordan. E-mail: drreyad49@yahoo.com The first use of Bromide as a treatment was for human epileptics over 200 years ago as or potassium bromide (KBr). Over the passage of time and the discovery of new anticonvulsants, KBr apparently became less ...  Read More ...

MANAGEMENT OF CRISES DURING ANESTHESIA AND SURGERY. PART IV: CARDIAC ARREST

Salam N Asfar; Jasim M Salman

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 76-78

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73623

Abstract
  Salam N Asfar@ & Jasim M Salman# @MB, ChB, MSc, Professor of Anesthesiology, College of Medicine, University of Basrah, and Al-Sadir Teaching Hospital, Basrah. #MB,ChB, DA, FICMS, Lecturer & Consultant Anesthesiologist, Basrah University and Al-Sadir Teaching Hospital, Basrah, IRAQ. C ardiac ...  Read More ...

Obituary - Mohammed Talib Al-Hassani

American Board; FRCS; Nevada; T. A. Hamdan; FRCP

Volume 19, Issue 1 , June 2013, Page 79-80

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2013.73624

Abstract
  Mr. Mohammed Talib Al-Hassani, FRCS 23.11.1939 - 16.4.2013 Dr. Al-Hassani was born in the South of Iraq (Al-Emara), raised in a respected and holy family that is well known in science, religion and commerce.  Read More ...