Subclassification of Stage IV Gastric Cancer (IVa,IVb, and IVc) and Prognostic Significance of Substages

Background  

Although the prognosis of stage IV gastric cancer is poor, some patients with stage IV gastric cancer had a long-term survival after gastrectomy. The objective of this study was to subclassify stage IV gastric cancer according to survival differences, evaluate the prognosis by substage, and identify the factors associated with patient survival in each substage.     

Summary of Prognostic Factors and Patient Selection for Extrapleural Pneumonectomy in the Treatment of Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma

Background  

Extrapleural pneumonectomy (EPP) has been shown to improve long-term survival outcomes in selected patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM). The present study aimed to evaluate potential prognostic factors on overall survival for patients who underwent EPP for MPM and to examine the patient selection process in major referral centers that perform EPP.     

Long-term Results for Minor Column Allografts in Revision Hip Arthroplasty

Background  

While acetabular structural allografts provide an important alternative for reconstructions, concerns remain with long-term graft resorption, collapse, and failure. Midterm studies of minor column (shelf) allograft suggest reasonable survival but long-term survival is unknown.     

Distal Pancreatectomy with Celiac Axis Resection for Carcinoma of the Body and Tail of the Pancreas

Background  

We retrospectively investigated our experiences with distal pancreatectomy with celiac axis resection (DP-CAR) for locally advanced pancreatic cancer and compared the operative outcome and long-term survival between DP-CAR and standard distal pancreatectomy (DP). Although several authors reported that DP-CAR increases resectability rates, the long-term results of this operation are not clear, and there are few reports presenting a comparison of the short- and long-term results between DP-CAR and DP.     

The Influence of Fecal Diversion and Anastomotic Leakage on Survival after Resection of Rectal Cancer

Background  

We analyzed factors associated with the occurrence of anastomotic leakage (AL) and its impact on long-term survival in patients who have undergone resection for rectal cancer. We also investigated the effect of fecal diversion on survival.     

Midterm Assessment of Causes and Results of Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty

Background  

There is limited information regarding revision total knee arthroplasty (TKA) with respect to etiology, outcome, and long-term survival comparing different implant types.     

Survival,Local Recurrence,and Function After Pelvic Limb Salvage at 23 to 38 Years of Followup

Background  

Malignant pelvic tumors frequently pose challenges to surgeons owing to complex pelvic anatomy and local extension. External hemipelvectomy frequently allows adequate margins but is associated with substantial morbidity and reduced function. Limb salvage is an alternative approach when adequate margins can be achieved, but long-term function and survival are unclear.     

The Prognosis and Survival Outcome of Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma Following Surgical Resection: Association of Lymph Node Metastasis and Lymph Node Dissection with Survival

Background  

Surgical resection has been shown to improve long-term survival for patients with intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC). The benefit of lymph node dissection is still controversial. The aims of this study were to investigate the prognostic factors of ICC and to examine the impact of lymph node metastasis and extent of lymph node dissection on survival.     

Long-term outcome and survival with laparoscopy-assisted pylorus-preserving gastrectomy for early gastric cancer

Background  

Laparoscopically assisted pylorus-preserving gastrectomy (LAPPG) is introduced as a function-preserving operation with minimal invasion for early gastric cancer (EGC). This study aimed to investigate the long-term outcome and survival with LAPPG.     

Cemented Endoprosthetic Reconstruction of the Proximal Tibia: How Long Do They Last?

Background  

The few available studies documenting the long-term survival of cemented proximal tibial endoprostheses for musculoskeletal tumors do not differentiate between stem designs or patient diagnosis. There is wide variation in survival rates reported, possibly a result of this heterogeneity in patient population and implant design.     

Role of pulmonary resection in the diagnosis and treatment of limited-stage small cell lung cancer: revision of clinical diagnosis based on findings of resected specimen and its influence on survival

Purpose  

Our aims were to evaluate (1) the result of surgical treatment of limited-stage small cell lung cancer (SCLC) by examining long-term survival and prognostic factors, (2) the diagnostic role of surgery by comparing clinical and histopathological diagnoses and staging, and (3) the impact of preoperative diagnostic accuracy on survival.     

Management and Surgical Resection for Tumors of the Trachea and Carina: Experience with 32 Patients

Background  

The purpose of the present study was to investigate the complications, long-term survival, and management lessons learned after surgical resection for patients with primary tumors of the trachea and carina and locally advanced lung cancer directly infiltrating the carina.     

Prognostic Significance of Lymph Node Metastases in Patients with High-Grade Appendiceal Cancer

Background  

In treating high-grade appendiceal cancer, appropriate patient selection for cytoreductive surgery and heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC) is essential. The effect of lymph node (LN) status on survival is not clear. We hypothesize that LN metastases negatively affect long-term survival.     

Survival and Quality of Life Following Cytoreductive Surgery Plus Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy for Peritoneal Carcinomatosis of Colonic Origin

Background  

Peritoneal carcinomatosis of colonic origin (PCC) is a life-threatening diagnosis. Cytoreductive surgery (CS) with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) offers patients the prospect of long-term survival with alleviation of symptoms.     

Immediate renal Doppler ultrasonography findings (<24 h) and its association with graft survival

Purpose  

Renal Doppler ultrasonography (DUS) is the gold-standard image test for follow-up after renal transplantation, it is potentially useful to detect renal disease and it could be related with long-term survival. We evaluate whether renal graft survival can be predicted by immediate renal Doppler ultrasonography (IRDUS), defined as ultrasonography carried out in the first 24 h post-surgery.     

Long-Term Survival and Prognostic Factors after Pulmonary Metastasectomy in Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Background  

The lung is the most common site of extrahepatic recurrence from hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), but the standard treatment for pulmonary metastasis (PM) from HCC has not been established. We analyzed patients who underwent pulmonary resection for HCC metastases to evaluate long-term survival and prognostic factors.     

Does preservation of the sub-valvular apparatus during mitral valve replacement affect long-term survival and quality of life? A Microsimulation Study

Background  

Techniques to preserve the sub-valvular apparatus in order to reduce morbidity and mortality following mitral valve replacement have been frequently reported. However, it is uncertain what impact sub-valvular apparatus preservation techniques have on long-term outcomes following mitral valve replacement. This study investigated the effect of sub-valvular apparatus preservation on long-term survival and quality of life following mitral valve replacement.     

Chest Wall Resection for Adult Soft Tissue Sarcomas and Chondrosarcomas: Analysis of Prognostic Factors

Background  

Wide resection with tumor-free margins is necessary in soft-tissue sarcomas to minimize local recurrence and to contribute to long-term survival. Information about treatment outcome and prognostic factors of adult sarcoma requiring chest wall resection (CWR) is limited.     

Surgery for Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma: A Multi-institutional Update on Practice and Outcome by the AFC-HC Study Group

Introduction  

Surgical resection is the only option for long-term survival in patients with hilar cholangiocarcinoma (HC), but it is associated with high morbidity and mortality. The aim of the present study was to prospectively assess the perioperative management and short-term outcomes of surgical treatment of HC in a recent, multi-institutional study with a short inclusion period.     

Long-term beneficial effects of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor and angiotensin receptor blocker therapy for patients with advanced immunoglobulin A nephropathy and impaired renal function

Background  

There are few reports analyzing the effects of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and/or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) on the long-term renal survival of advanced immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) patients.