Surgery: Publications and Resources

Summary: Disabled World's Surgery: Operations and Surgical Proceduressection provides a range of informational articles covering various surgical interventions, from general procedures like hernia repairs and joint replacements to specialized techniques such as laser eye surgery and minimally invasive spinal operations. These publications aim to offer clarity on surgical processes, potential risks, and recovery expectations, which can be particularly valuable for individuals with disabilities or seniors who may face unique considerations during medical treatments. While not all articles are peer-reviewed research, they often provide practical insights into surgical options, helping readers understand medical terminology and make informed decisions regarding their healthcare.

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Surgery: Publications and Resources (38 Items)
Title & Author	Ed	Publish Revised
Targeted Muscle Reinnervation Shown to Reduce Amputee Pain and Phantom Limb Sensations - Gregory Dumanian, MD		2018/11/08 2019/02/09
Brain Surgery - Should Patients be Asleep or Awake - Oregon Health and Science University		2017/11/03
Arthroscopic Knee Surgery - Often Done - Often Unnecessary - Hallie Levine		2016/06/08
Outpatient Spine Surgery More Prevalent and Safer Than Ever - Atlantic Spine Center		2016/06/07 2023/09/11
Assessing Patient Response to Painful Stimulation During Surgery - American Society of Anesthesiologists		2016/05/13 2016/05/20
Pain and Disability Reduced After Bariatric Surgery - University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health		2016/04/06 2020/02/06
Discussing Surgery: Patients Prefer iPads to Doctors - European Association of Urology		2016/03/14 2020/07/04
Endoscopic Spine Surgery Safe and Effective - The Brain and Spine Research Institute		2015/08/04
Study On Spinal Surgery in Patients Over 80 - American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons		2015/02/08 2024/09/03
Rihanna and Taylor Swift Music Eases Kids Pain after Surgery - Northwestern University		2015/01/08
Complications After Thigh Lift Surgery Usually Minor - Wolters Kluwer Health		2015/01/01
Gallbladder Surgery: Who Really Needs It - University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston	✓ ✓	2014/12/27 2025/12/20
Perioperative Surgical Homes - Improving Quality - Reducing Costs - American Society of Anesthesiologists		2014/12/14
Meniscal Surgery Linked to Higher Risk of Knee Arthritis and Cartilage Loss - Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)	✓ ✓	2014/12/04 2025/04/28
Diabetes and Health Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery - Dr. Feiz and Associates		2014/11/30
Operation Walk USA: Orthopaedic Surgeons to Provide Free Hip and Knee Surgeries - American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons		2014/11/26 2016/09/24
Study Finds Link Between Surgical Anesthesia and Cognitive Decline in Older Adults - University of Toronto		2014/11/05 2024/07/16
Over 50% of Patients Opt Out of Bariatric Surgery - American College of Surgeons		2014/11/03 2020/12/01
Orthopaedic Surgery for People Over 80 - American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons		2014/07/17
Knee Replacement Surgery Increase Linked to Obesity - American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons		2014/06/07 2021/07/06
Neurosurgeons Speak out Against Laser Spine Surgery - Stafford Communications		2014/04/23 2015/02/08
Some Hand Function Restored to Quadriplegic - Washington University School of Medicine		2012/05/15 2022/03/20
Are All Hip Replacements the Same - New York- Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center/Weill Cornell Medical College		2011/11/30
Childhood Anesthesia Exposure from Multiple Surgeries May Cause Later Disability - Mayo Clinic		2011/10/13 2024/07/16
Copper Reduces Risk of Infection by Over 40% - University of Southampton		2011/07/01 2015/04/19
New Sealant Gel Effective in Closing Spinal Wounds After Surgery - University of California - Davis Health System		2011/06/21
Surgery Deaths Drop for High Risk Operations - University of Michigan Health System		2011/06/03
Demand for Long Lasting Joint Replacements - Hospital for Special Surgery		2011/05/28
Obesity Not Always Protective After Surgery - University of Rochester Medical Center		2011/04/18 2022/04/19
Disc Replacement Advantages over Fusion Surgery for Neck and Back Pain - Cedars-Sinai Medical Center		2011/03/23
Minimally Invasive Surgeries: Laser Suturing - Ian C. Langtree		2011/02/28 2022/05/22
Knee Replacement Surgery: Time Consuming and Costly in Obese Americans - Hospital for Special Surgery		2011/02/19 2022/05/29
Surgical Nightmares: When Patients Wake During Operations - Deutsches Aerzteblatt International		2011/01/21 2024/07/16
Need Emergency Surgery? Take a Number - American College of Emergency Physicians		2010/11/23
Laparoscopic or Keyhole Surgery Information - Ian C. Langtree		2010/11/11
Keyhole Bowel Cancer Surgery is Safe and Effective - University of Leeds		2010/11/07
Preventing Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting in Surgical Patients - Deutsches Aerzteblatt International		2010/11/04 2024/07/15
CyberKnife Radiosurgery for Early-Stage Breast Cancer - Accuray Incorporated		2010/10/31 2018/01/26

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