Comparison of survival rate and crestal bone loss of narrow diameter dental implants versus regular dental implants: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

The aim of the present study was to establish survival rates, as well as crestal bone loss (CBL) of narrow diameter implants (NDI), compared to regular diameter implants (RDI). The current review followed the Enhancing the QUAlity and Transparency Of health Research guidelines and Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses statement. We searched main databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, and Cochrane Oral Health Group Trials Register) for articles addressing the focused question up to and including May 2018. Meta‐analyses were conducted for CBL and survival rates. Qualitatively, three clinical studies showed comparable CBL and survival rates between NDI and RDI at follow up. Only one study showed increased CBL around NDI compared to RDI. The overall weighted mean difference (WMD) for CBL (WMD = .06, 95% confidence interval [CI] = ‐.38‐.51, P=.76) and risk difference for survival rate (risk difference = .88, 95% CI = .22‐3.50, P=.85) were not significant between the NDI and RDI groups at follow up. NDI and RDI showed comparable CBL and survival rates. However, the findings of the present study should be interpreted with caution due to significant heterogeneity and the low number of included studies. Further randomized, controlled trials should be performed in order to obtain strong conclusions.     

Histopathology of giant cell tumors of the bone: With special emphasis on fibrohistiocytic and aneurysmal bone cyst like components

Objective

The aim of this study was to define histopathological features of giant cell tumor of bone, especially accompanying fibrohistiocytic or aneurysmal bone cyst like components, in the light of our institutions experience.

Comparison of Peripheral Blast Clearance and Day 14 Bone Marrow Biopsy in Predicting Remission Status and Survival After 7+3 Induction in Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Introduction

Induction chemotherapy with cytarabine and an anthracycline (7+3) remains the standard of care for acute myeloid leukemia (AML).

New evidence supporting lung cancer screening with low dose CT & surgical implications

IntroductionLung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-death worldwide. The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPTSF) approved screening for current or former smokers aged 55–80 based on the results of the National Lung Screening trial (NLST). Following the NLST, new evidence has emerged from clinical trials and updates to previous trials prior to the anticipated update to the USPSTF guideline. We review the new evidence on lung cancer screening with low dose computed tomography (LDCT) and the surgical implications.MethodsA review of new literature was performed pertaining to lung cancer screening since implementation of UPSTF guidelines. Articles for inclusion were identified by both authors’, then search of the Pubmed and Cochrane database was performed from January 1st, 2013 through February 4th, 2020 using the MeSH search terms: “lung cancer”; “screening”; “low dose CT”. The results of these studies are summarized.ResultsWe identified multiple prospective randomized control trials and meta-analysis since the NLST supporting lung cancer-specific mortality with screening. We identified new nodule classification systems and the development of risk-models which may reduce false positive rates and identify high risk patients not currently eligible for screening. Finally, we discussed the surgical implications of screening.ConclusionNew data supports NLST findings and show ongoing benefit to LDCT for lung cancer screening. Standardized LDCT screening classification has been shown to reduce harm and lower false positive rates. Further study is needed regarding use of risk-modeling. Screening will require an increase in the thoracic workforce to accommodate the amount of surgically operable cancers.     

全髋关节置换术中静滴氨甲环酸联合置换后放置或不放置引流管的对比

背景:全髋关节置换后放置引流管的目的在于引流出髋部积聚的血液,以加速患者康复。但由于术中已静脉滴入氨甲环酸,并可产生确切的减少失血的效果,术后常规放置引流管是否仍有必要?目的:探讨在全髋关节置换术中静滴氨甲环酸止血的基础上术后是否需要放置引流管。方法:选择2017年6月至2019年3月山西医科大学第二医院收治的初次单侧全髋关节置换患者132例,术中均静脉滴注氨甲环酸,其中62例全髋关节置换后放置引流管(引流组),70例全髋关节置换后不放置引流管(无引流组)。比较两组术后失血量、输血率、输血量、血红蛋白值及并发症发生情况;比较术后两组患者平均住院时间;术后随访髋关节Harris评分。试验获得山西医科大学第二医院伦理委员会批准。结果与结论:①两组术后失血量、输血率、输血量与血红蛋白值比较差异均无显著性意义(P>0.05);②引流组4例发生双下肢深静脉血栓,无引流组2例发生双下肢深静脉血栓,组间比较差异无显著性意义(P>0.05);③引流组出现了3例渗血渗液、3例感染、2例肿胀瘀斑,无引流组出现了1例渗血渗液、1例肿胀瘀斑,两组切口并发症比较差异有显著性意义(P<0.05);④引流组平均住院时间长于无引流组(P<0.05);⑤两组术后1,3,6个月的髋关节Harris评分比较差异均无显著性意义(P>0.05);⑥结果表明,全髋关节置换术中静滴止血药物氨甲环酸后无需进行引流管放置。