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Volume 27 (2021)
Volume 26 (2020)
Volume 25 (2019)
Volume 23 (2017)
Volume 22 (2016)
Volume 21 (2015)
Volume 20 (2014)
Volume 19 (2013)
Volume 18 (2012)
Volume 17 (2011)
Volume 16 (2010)
Volume 15 (2009)
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IS THERE A “FREE SIZE” IN SURGICAL PRACTICE?
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 1-2

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160085

Abstract
  Several parameters should seriously be considered in, almost, every pathology before drawing the line of treatment. Patients are not alike even when they are twins. Individual variation is a reality that should be taken in consideration. On top of this, comes the response to pain. The best example ...  Read More ...

INDICATIONS OF TRACHEOSTOMY IN BASRAH
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 3-7

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160094

Abstract
  Abstract This retrospective study aimed to determine the main indications of tracheostomy in four main hospitals in Basrah centre. The study included 89 patients who were submitted to tracheostomy during a 2 year period and data was reviewed from the medical records. Patients were 70 males (78.66%) ...  Read More ...

THE ADVANTAGE OF ACUTE INFLAMMATORY MARKERS IN DIAGNOSIS OF ACUTE APPENDICITIS
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 8-13

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160086

Abstract
  Abstract Acute appendicitis is the most common cause of emergency abdominal surgery with an estimated lifetime prevalence of 7%–8%. Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment, it is still associated with morbidity (10%) and mortality (1%–5%). This study was designed to investigate the results ...  Read More ...

HEMODYNAMIC CHANGES FOLLOWING INTRAORAL INJECTION OF LIDOCAINE IN COMBINATION WITH ADRENALINE DURING TOOTH EXTRACTION
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 14-23

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160095

Abstract
  Abstract Local anesthetic drugs are used in combination with vasoconstrictors, commonly adrenaline which increases their efficacy and duration of action and reduces bleeding at the operative site. However, adrenaline might have adverse hemodynamic effects, especially in patients with cardiovascular ...  Read More ...

A CHANGING PATTERN OF CANCER–RELATED MORTALITY IN BASRAH
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 24-29

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160087

Abstract
  Abstract Cancer is a growing health problem with substantial mortality. A high mortality reflects high incidence, late detection and inadequate management. The objective of this study is to examine the time changes of mortality rate of cancer in Basrah. The results presented in this article are ...  Read More ...

FEASIBILITY OF TRANSHEPATIC ULTRASONIC EVALUATION OF INFERIOR VENA CAVA DIAMETER TO GUIDE FLUID MANAGEMENT IN COMPARISON WITH ANTERIOR APPROACH
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 30-38

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160096

Abstract
  Abstract Non-invasive estimation of right atrial pressure from the inspiratory collapse of the inferior vena cava using ultrasound machines is nowadays promising with the increasing availability of these machines in emergency departments, critical care units and in operating theaters. The learning ...  Read More ...

THE PROFILE OF PATIENTS WITH NON-VARICEAL UPPER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT BLEEDING IN BASRAH TEACHING HOSPITAL
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 39-45

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160088

Abstract
  Abstract Upper gastrointestinal tract bleeding is a common emergency and life threatening condition. During the last three decades, many factors have been evolved that might change the incidence, age of presentation, site of bleeding and the outcome of patients with non variceal upper gastrointestinal ...  Read More ...

C-REACTIVE PROTEIN IN PATIENTS WITH OPEN ANGLE GLAUCOMA
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 46-48

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160097

Abstract
  Abstract This study aimed to evaluate the C-reactive protein (CRP) levels in patients with open angle glaucoma. This cross sectional study included 36 patients diagnosed with glaucoma compared to 36 healthy controls. Each patient went through a complete ophthalmic examination and blood sampling for ...  Read More ...

BLEEDING FOLLOWING BARIATRIC SURGERY (TYPES & MANAGEMENT MODALITIES)
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 49-55

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160089

Abstract
  Abstract Bleeding is a serious complication following bariatric procedures such as Minigastric bypass (MGB), Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy (SG). Post bariatric bleeding is either acute or chronic. Although this complication is declined now, but still it is important ...  Read More ...

A MODIFIED STAINING STRATEGY IN STAIN-ASSISTED VITRECTOMY
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 56-60

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160098

Abstract
  The objective of this study is to assess pros and cons of intraoperative Briliant Blue G dye (BBG) injection in the early phase of Pars Plana Vitrectomy. This is a prospective non-consecutive case series study, a modification in timing for dye injection during vitrectomy. A single injection of 0.1 ...  Read More ...

HEMORRHOIDAL ARTERY LIGATION WITH RECTO-ANAL REPAIR VERSUS TRADITIONAL HEMORRHOID-ECTOMY, A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 61-66

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160090

Abstract
  Hemorrhoids, are vascular structures present in the anal canal as cushions that facilitate stool control. When swollen or inflamed they are regarded as hemorrhoidal disease; sometimes they are asymptomatic specially in the internal type which are presented with painless rectal bleeding while external ...  Read More ...

COMPARISON OF PRE-OPERATIVE PERITONEAL WASH AND DRAINAGE VERSUS URGENT LAPAROTOMY STRATEGY IN PATIENTS WITH LATE STAGE PERFORATION PERITONITIS. A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 67-76

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160099

Abstract
  Peritonitis is inflammation of peritoneum which is most commonly due to generalized or localized infection. Secondary peritonitis is the commonest form and a large percent of them is due to perforation or impending gastrointestinal perforation. The prognosis depends on multiple factors by which Mannheim ...  Read More ...

MANIPULATION OF FRACTURED NASAL BONES UNDER LOCAL ANESTHESIA, ITS EFFICIENCY AND PATIENT SATISFACTION
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 77-80

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160091

Abstract
  MB,ChB, FICMS, CABS (ENT), Consultant ENT Surgeon, Al-Sadr Teaching Hospital, Basrah, IRAQ. Abstract The nose is the most prominent structure in human face, making it more susceptible to trauma which may reach more than one third of all facial injuries. Although fracture nose is a common surgical ...  Read More ...

TETHERED SPINAL CORD: REVIEW OF LITERATURE
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 81-85

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160100

Abstract
  Mohamed El Husseini*, Hussein Mouawia#, Adnan Mrad# & Taghrid Chaaban@ *MD, PhD, Neurosurgeon, Hôpital Libano Français, Zahle, Lebanon, #Director, Lebanese University, 4th Branch, Lebanon. #Dean, Islamic University of Beirut, @Vice dean, Islamic University of Beirut, Lebanon Abstract Tethered ...  Read More ...

MANAGEMENT OF CRISES DURING ANESTHESIA AND SURGERY. PART XV: SEPSIS
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 86-87

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160092

Abstract
  Sepsis which is defined as systemic response to infection may potentially causes multiple structures physiological stress and dysfunction such as; respiratory, renal, cardiovascular, and hematological. Because quick consideration should be paid to so many body systems, prepared approach during anesthesia ...  Read More ...

abituary
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 87-87

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160101

Abstract
  Dr. Abdulameer, a lengthy serving competent ophthalmic surgeon, was born in Basrah in 1946. He obtained MB,ChB from The Medical College of Ain-Shams University in Cairo, Egypt in 1973.  Read More ...

abituary Dr. Ghassan
Volume 24, Issue 2 , December 2018, Page 89-89

https://doi.org/10.33762/bsurg.2018.160093

Abstract
  Dr. Ghassan, one of the giant shining stars of surgery, departed to heavens in the 30th November 2018. he was a graduate of Baghdad College of Medicine in 1971 and received the fellowship of The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 1981. He served in Basrah General Hospital until 2000 when he shifted ...  Read More ...