Introduction The incidence of incisional hernia(IH) may be affected by the choice of specimen
extraction incision. The objective of this study was to perform a systematic review and meta-…

Background Acute diverticulitis (AD) presents a unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenge
for general surgeons. This collaborative project between EAES and SAGES aimed to …

… Abou Khalil, M. has substantial contributions to the conception and design of the work;
acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of data for the work; is the primary author of the work, …

Objectives The virtual scale endoscope (VSE) allows projection of a virtual scale onto colorectal
polyps allowing real‐time size measurements. We studied the relative accuracy of VSE …

Background and study aims Accurate polyp size measurement is important for guideline
conforming choice of polypectomy techniques and subsequent surveillance interval …

Background There is ongoing debate regarding the benefits of minimally invasive techniques
for rectal cancer surgery. The aim of this study was to compare pathologic outcomes of …

Background Controversy persists about the need to admit patients after successful reduction
of intussusception. Our hypothesis is that pediatric intussusception can be managed with …

Fecal incontinence (FI), a condition characterised by the involuntary passage of flatus or fecal
matter, has significant impacts on individuals it afflicts. Despite the availability of a myriad …

Background Ulcerative colitis (UC) is associated with significant health care utilization and
costs. We assessed UC direct medical costs in Quebec, Canada, in 2 time periods (1998–…

Background The impact of immunosuppressants on postoperative complications following
colon resections for Crohn’s disease remains controversial. This study aimed to compare …