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August 15, 2020
Intraoperative MRI Versus 5-ALA in High-Grade Glioma Resection: A Network Meta-AnalysisBookmark
George Lundberg, MDResearch paper from the Journal of Neurosurgery curated by Editor in Chief George Lundberg, MD, who notes:
The extent of tumor resection—how much of the tumor is able to be removed—at the initial surgery is probably the most important factor in prognosis of glioblastoma. This academic research paper explores methods that help surgeons maximize tumor removal.
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February 22, 2020
Data Favor Max Resection for All GlioblastomasBookmark
George Lundberg, MDArticle from MedPage Today curated by Editor in Chief George Lundberg, MD, who notes:
A large, retrospective study demonstrates that surgical removal of as much tumor tissue as possible results in the best outcomes for patients—seems pretty logical, and is true.
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December 2, 2019
Long-term Survival in Esophageal Cancer After Minimally Invasive Compared to Open Esophagectomy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysisBookmark
George Lundberg, MDResearch paper from Annals of Surgery curated by Editor in Chief George Lundberg, MD, who notes:
This meta-analysis found that minimally invasive surgery tops open esophagectomy for esophageal cancer.
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November 12, 2019
Less Invasive Surgery Wins in Esophageal CancerBookmark
George Lundberg, MDArticle from MedPage Today curated by Editor in Chief George Lundberg, MD, who notes:
Minimally invasive surgery for esophageal cancer produces similar outcomes with fewer complications than open surgery. A reduction in pulmonary atelectasis may underlie these findings.
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October 1, 2019
Surgical Technique Lowers Right-Sided Colon Ca Recurrence RiskBookmark
George Lundberg, MDArticle from MedPage Today curated by Editor in Chief George Lundberg, MD, who notes:
Surgery is the primary treatment of choice for colorectal cancer. This enhanced resection technique improves survival.
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