Importance The tracheal tube introducer, known as the bougie, is typically used to aid
tracheal intubation in poor laryngoscopic views or after intubation attempts fail. The effect of …

Introduction Current risk stratification tools for patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) rely on
final surgical pathology but may be improved with the addition of novel serum biomarkers. …

Aim The objective of the study was to evaluate the association between the neutrophil‐to‐lymphocyte
ratio ( NLR ) and the occurrence of perioperative complications in patients …

The objective of this study was to review the literature with respect to the root and canal systems
in the maxillary first molar. Root anatomy studies were divided into laboratory studies (in …

Background Robotic surgery has gained popularity in surgical oncology. Rectal cancer
surgery, known to be technically challenging, may benefit from robotics in achieving better …

Purpose The primary objective of this study was to identify Ontario family physicians’
knowledge and perceptions of bariatric surgery. Methods The study population included all …

Background With greater transparency in health system reporting and increased reliance on
patient-centred outcomes, patient satisfaction has become a priority in delivering quality …

The purpose of this study was to undertake a comprehensive literature review of the root
and root canal morphology of the mandibular first premolar. Published studies citing the …

The objective was to review thoroughly the literature of the root and root canal morphology
of the human mandibular second premolar and compare the results with the mandibular first …

Background Recent findings have shown that the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is
prognostic for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). The platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) …