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Research Development
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Aims Although clinical diagnosis has essential value in an emergency setting, CT (computed tomography) has become the central tool of diagnosis to aid the need for emergency laparotomy. Delay in CT can often drastically alter the outcome, especially in patients over the age 60. We aimed to assess if initial clinical..
Published: | 01/09/2019 |
Authors: | Patnam V, Altaf K, Holdsworth J, Muttoni E, Rajaganeshan R |
Introduction Sinus formation after a procedure is a recognised complication. While most settle without requiring any treatment, many can continue to cause persistent symptoms. These have always been managed by exploration of the sinus tract under general anaesthetic, laying open, excision of the tract or debridement. Results post-surgery may not..
Published: | 01/09/2019 |
Authors: | Altaf K, Hajnik J, Patnam V, Rajaganeshan R |
Background Abdominal x-ray (AXR) is currently used as a first line radiological investigation in assessing acute abdominal pain, often followed by a CT scan, which may delay diagnosis and treatment.We aimed to assess if AXR was needed at all in assessing these patients and its impact on patient outcomes...
Published: | 01/09/2019 |
Authors: | Altaf K, Muttoni E, Holdsworth J, Patnam V, Rajaganeshan R, MacDonald S |
Abstract Background Barrett's oesophagus is a precursor to the development of oesophageal adenocarcinoma. This study sought to clarify the role of genetic, chromosomal and proliferation biomarkers that have been the subjects of multiple studies through meta-analysis. Methods MEDLINE, Embase, PubMed and the Cochrane Library were searched for clinical studies assessing..
Published: | 28/04/2017 |
Authors: | Altaf K, Hickey L, Kaul A |
Abstract Background Barrett’s Oesophagus (BO) is a precursor for Oesophageal Adenocarcinoma (OAC). Currently, there are no biomarkers in clinical practice that predict the malignant progression in BO. We sought to clarify the effectiveness of common genetic aberrations as potential biomarkers through a systematic review and meta-analyses. Methods MEDLINE, EMBASE..
Published: | 17/02/2017 |
Authors: | Altaf K, Hickey L, Kaul A |
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