Today, we look at computer vision for biliary imaging and extended clot prevention after colorectal surgery. We also cover financial strain after esophagectomy, treatment sequencing for gastric cancer, and training in robotic pancreatic surgery.

Papers in this episode:
1. Computer vision augmented indocyanine green near-infrared fluorescence (ICG-NIRF) signal-to-background ratio (SBR) for identification of extrahepatic biliary structures in laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Seger et al., University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13442-9
2. Role of extended venous thromboembolism prophylaxis in patients with colorectal neoplasia who underwent minimally invasive colorectal surgery within an enhanced recovery after surgery protocol.
AlMarzooqi et al., McGill University Health Center, Canada — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13445-6
3. Financial Toxicity in Patients with Resected Esophageal Cancer.
Deboever et al., University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA — Annals of Surgical Oncology
https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-026-20623-2
4. Treatment Outcomes for Gastric Cancer With Positive Peritoneal Lavage Cytology or Localized Peritoneal Metastasis.
Fujiya et al., Shizuoka Cancer Center, Japan — JAMA Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1001/jamasurg.2026.4647
5. Pan-European Training Program for Robotic Pancreatoduodenectomy (LEARNBOT): Prospective Multicenter Study on Feasibility and Outcome.
Jones et al., location University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands — Annals of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1097/SLA.0000000000007170

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Today’s papers examine changing approaches to pancreatic and rectal surgery, resident participation in robotic operations, and symptoms after pancreatic cancer surgery. We also look at whether gastrojejunostomy technique affects delayed gastric emptying.

Papers in this episode:
1. Adjusted trend analysis in the adoption and outcomes of minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy approaches: over a decade of contemporary U.S. data.
Foroutani et al., University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13444-7
2. Ruling the robot: a phase-based analysis of resident autonomy across core robotic general surgery procedures.
Patel et al., Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13439-4
3. Gastrointestinal symptoms and health-related quality of life before and after pancreatectomy for pancreatic cancer (GO-PANC): longitudinal nationwide study.
Vissers et al., Netherlands Comprehensive Cancer Organization, The Netherlands — The British Journal of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1093/bjs/znag122
4. Restorative resection in robot-assisted versus laparoscopic total mesorectal excision: systematic review and meta-analysis.
Genders et al., University Medical Centre Groningen, The Netherlands — The British Journal of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1093/bjs/znag106
5. Impact of Side-to-Side Versus End-to-Side Gastrojejunostomy on the Rate of Delayed Gastric Emptying After Pancreatoduodenectomy (IPAD study): A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Robin et al., University Hospital of Rennes, France — Annals of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1097/SLA.0000000000007182

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Today, we look at artificial intelligence in robotic training and a reporting tool for surgical innovation. We also cover pancreatic and esophageal surgery, plus a new framework for allocating treatment in liver cancer.

Papers in this episode:
1. Status of the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in robotic surgical skills training in the modern robotic era and future horizons: a systematic review.
Zhang et al., University of Dundee, Dundee, UK — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13396-y
2. Radical Antegrade Modular Pancreatosplenectomy Versus Standard Resection in T3 Body and Tail Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Study.
Wu et al., Shengli Clinical Medical College of Fujian Medical University, China — Annals of Surgical Oncology
https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-026-20627-y
3. Concise stakeholder-informed tool for reporting modifications to innovative surgical procedures and devices: Surgical ModificAtion Reporting Tool (SMART) checklist.
Olivier et al., University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust and University of Bristol, Bristol, UK — The British Journal of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1093/bjs/znag117
4. The Impact of Robotics on Benchmarking Criteria for the Surgical Treatment of Esophageal Cancer in Western Centers: An Evaluation Using the IDEAL Framework.
Krauss et al., Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Germany — Annals of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1097/SLA.0000000000007230
5. BEACON-HCC: Best evidence and North American consensus on treatment allocation for hepatocellular carcinoma.
Singal et al., UT Southwestern Medical Center, Texas, USA — Hepatology (Baltimore, Md.)
https://doi.org/10.1097/HEP.0000000000001834

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Today we cover endoscopic defect closure, radiofrequency ablation for unresectable cholangiocarcinoma, and a standardized stapled colorectal technique. We also examine splenectomy during pancreatic trauma surgery, and when surveillance for pancreatic cysts or liver cancer may be stopped in older adults.

Papers in this episode:
1. Technical and clinical success of endoscopic hand-suturing: a European multicenter study.
Ayoub et al., St — Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2909-3681
2. Impact of Repeated Endobiliary Radiofrequency Ablation on Survival in Unresectable Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma.
Lee et al., Asan Medical Center, Seoul — Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2971-5831
3. Double-stapled intracorporeal anastomosis for minimally invasive right and left colectomies: a standardized technical approach.
Fortunato et al., Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA, USA — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13360-w
4. Outcomes following left-sided pancreatectomy management with and without splenectomy for major pancreatic injury.
Tabibian et al., University of California, Los Angeles, CA — Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surg.2026.110651
5. AGA Clinical Practice Update on Surveillance of Pancreatic Cystic Lesions and Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Older Adults: Expert Review.
Das et al., Washington University in St Louis, Missouri — Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cgh.2026.08.005

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Today, we examine organ preserving pancreatic surgery, racial disparities in prehospital trauma care, and the limits of surgical prediction models. We also discuss circulating tumor DNA after colorectal cancer treatment and robotic esophagectomy.

Papers in this episode:
1. Enucleation vs Pancreatoduodenectomy for Benign and Low-Grade Pancreatic Head Tumors.
Yao et al., First Medical Center of Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) General Hospital, China — JAMA Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1001/jamasurg.2026.4498
2. Racial Disparities in Prehospital Interventions Among Injured Patients.
Byrd et al., University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pennsylvania — JAMA Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1001/jamasurg.2026.4509
3. Matching Surgical Datasets to Prediction Tasks: NSQIP and Non-NSQIP Artificial Intelligence Models Across Specialties.
Kewalramani et al., Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and Sustai — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002238
4. Clinical impact of prospective circulating tumour DNA testing for minimal residual disease in colorectal cancer: the INTERCEPT programme experience.
Maddalena et al., The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Texas, USA — Gut
https://doi.org/10.1136/gutjnl-2026-339167
5. The Impact of Robotics on Benchmarking Criteria for the Surgical Treatment of Esophageal Cancer in Western Centers- An Evaluation Using the IDEAL Framework.
Krauss et al., Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Germany — Annals of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1097/SLA.0000000000007230

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Today, five papers examine a new way to classify bleeding after pancreatic surgery, and how shared best practices may reduce leaks after esophagectomy. We also look at automated resident assessments, living donor transplantation for unresectable bile duct cancer, and mutation-based survival prediction after pancreatic cancer surgery.

Papers in this episode:
1. Postpancreatectomy hemorrhage-A new classification is needed.
Borges et al., Botton-Champalimaud Pancreatic Cancer Centre, Portugal — Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surg.2026.110570
2. The Impact of Best Practice Meetings on Outcomes of Esophageal Cancer Surgery in the Netherlands.
Visser et al., University Medical Center Utrecht, The Netherlands — Annals of Surgical Oncology
https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-026-20531-5
3. Automated Point-Of-Care Assessment Metrics for Surgical Residents Performing Consultations: A Pilot Study.
Acker et al., University of Pennsylvania Health System, Philadelphia — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002234
4. Outcomes After Living Donor Liver Transplant for Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma.
Sethi et al., University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA — American Journal of Transplantation
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajt.2026.09.039
5. Integrated driver gene-based survival prediction in resected pancreatic cancer.
Li et al., Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Maryland, USA — The British Journal of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1093/bjs/znag123

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Today’s papers examine how perioperative success influences survival after pancreatic surgery, and how emergency gallbladder surgery is changing. We also look at suicide among surgical residents, the role of robotic cholecystectomy, and the narrowing operative experience in general surgery training.

Papers in this episode:
1. Impact of Ideal Outcome on Survival and Treatment Continuity After Pancreatoduodenectomy for Resectable Pancreatic Head Cancer.
Aso et al., Juntendo University School of Medicine, Japan — Annals of Surgical Oncology
https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-026-20598-0
2. National Trends in Outcomes and Operative Approach After Non-Elective Cholecystectomy, 2015-2024.
Filardi et al., Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002188
3. Mortality and US Surgical Residents, 2000-2021.
Hassan et al., Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002169
4. Bailout Procedures, Downstream Outcomes, and Cost After Robotic vs Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy for Acute Cholecystitis.
Yu et al., Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, AZ — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002206
5. Are We Narrowing the Scope? 16-year Analysis of General Surgery Resident Operative Experience.
Hadhoud et al., University of Cincinnati, Department of Surgery — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002182

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Today's papers cover personalized transplantation for primary liver cancer, antibiotics after appendectomy, and drains after distal pancreatectomy. We also examine a fluid-based test for resectable pancreatic cancer, and venous thrombosis after pancreatic surgery.

Papers in this episode:
1. Liver transplantation for primary liver cancers in the era of transplant oncology.
Mazzaferro et al., University of Milan, Italy — Journal of Hepatology
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhep.2026.07.020
2. Postoperative Antibiotics after Appendectomy for Acute Appendicitis: No Evidence of Benefit, Even With Intra-abdominal Fluid.
Laroche et al., Saint-Antoine Hospital, France — Annals of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1097/SLA.0000000000006693
3. Pancreatic Fistula and Intra-abdominal Fluid Collections After Distal Pancreatectomy: Incidence, Implications, and Natural History.
Pitakteerabundit et al., Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA — Annals of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1097/SLA.0000000000006635
4. KRAS Mutations in Duodenal Lavage Fluid After Secretin Stimulation for Detection of Pancreatic Cancer.
Yachida et al., Osaka University, Japan — Annals of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1097/SLA.0000000000006645
5. Portomesenteric Venous Thrombosis After Pancreatic Cancer Surgery With Venous Resection and Reconstruction: Timing, Incidence, and Risk Factors.
Ishida et al., University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO — Annals of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1097/SLA.0000000000006605

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Today, we cover practical advances in minimally invasive hepatobiliary surgery, and a technique that may reduce parastomal hernia after ileostomy. We also examine preoperative ERAS measures, chronic steroid use after distal pancreatectomy, and European guidance for symptoms after upper gastrointestinal cancer surgery.

Papers in this episode:
1. Traction method with pulley maneuver in minimally invasive hepatobiliary pancreatic surgery: how I do it differently?
Yoo et al., Seoul Soonchunhyang University Hospital, South Korea — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-12982-4
2. Parastomal hernia outcomes after sutured versus unsutured composite techniques for specimen-extraction-site loop ileostomy following laparoscopic low anterior resection: the UNSEAL randomized controlled trial.
Mao et al., Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, China — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13420-1
3. Recovery begins upstream: Postoperative compliance reflects the cumulative effect of the enhanced recovery after surgery pathway.
Cochran et al., Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Charlotte, NC — Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surg.2026.110583
4. Chronic steroid use is not associated with increased short-term morbidity after distal pancreatectomy: A propensity-matched analysis.
Ganguli et al., University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, IL — Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surg.2026.110606
5. EUropean consensus on the Resolution Of SympToms After oesophago-gastric Resection (EUROSTAR): Peri-Operative Quality Initiative (POQI) consensus statement.
Barman et al., Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals NHS Trust, London, UK — Gut
https://doi.org/10.1136/gutjnl-2025-337109

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Today, we examine how surgical timing affects colon cancer survival, and whether a Y-shaped anastomosis improves recovery after esophagectomy. We also cover long-term outcomes after ventral hernia repair, the limited value of indocyanine green in gastric cancer surgery, and consensus recommendations for hepatocellular carcinoma trials.

Papers in this episode:
1. Defining the impact of time to surgery on survival after colon cancer diagnosis: A national trend analysis.
Frebault et al., University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN — Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surg.2026.110611
2. The Y-shaped layered antireflux anastomosis in esophagectomy.
Zhang et al., State Key Laboratory of Metabolic Dysregulation and Prevention and Treatment of Esophageal Cancer, China — Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surg.2026.110569
3. Long-Term Patient-Reported Outcomes after Robotic, Laparoscopic, and Open Primary Ventral Hernia Repair.
Ahmed et al., Copenhagen University Hospital - Herlev and Gentofte, Denmark — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002222
4. Impact of indocyanine green on nodal dissection and staging for gastric cancer surgery: iGreenGO prospective multicentre study.
Lombardi et al., ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Italy — The British Journal of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1093/bjs/znag116
5. Expert consensus on clinical trials for use of systemic therapy in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma undergoing surgical and locoregional therapies.
Yarchoan et al., Johns Hopkins University Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, Maryland, USA — Gut
https://doi.org/10.1136/gutjnl-2026-339505

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Today, we cover combination treatment for unresectable liver cancer, minimally invasive options for difficult duodenal tumors, and consensus guidance on paraconduit hernia. We also examine gallbladder drainage in high-risk cholecystitis and nonoperative management of colonic fistulas in necrotizing pancreatitis.

Papers in this episode:
1. TACE combined with apatinib versus TACE alone for unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma in China: a cost-effectiveness and budget impact analysis.
Zhang et al., Zhejiang University of Technology, China — BMJ Open
https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2026-117330
2. Risk-Stratified Management of Superficial Non-Ampullary Duodenal Tumors: Outcomes of LECS and Endoscopic Resection.
Fei et al., National Cancer Center, China — Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gassur.2026.102601
3. International expert consensus on the management of paraconduit herniation after esophagectomy: results of a two-round Delphi survey.
Gerdes et al., University Hospital Zurich, Switzerland — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13338-8
4. Endoscopic ultrasound-guided versus percutaneous transhepatic gallbladder drainage in surgically high-risk patients with acute cholecystitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
González-Jaramillo et al., Hospital Central Norte, Mexico — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13327-x
5. Factors associated with successful nonoperative management of colonic fistulas from necrotizing pancreatitis.
Deverakonda et al., Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH — Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surg.2026.110618

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Today, we cover minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy, safer decisions in difficult cholecystectomy, and selective repair for colon and rectal trauma. We also examine medical debt after emergency surgery and why many surgical faculty are considering leaving their positions.

Papers in this episode:
1. Early postoperative outcomes after hybrid minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy with a mini-laparotomy reconstruction: a single-centre randomised feasibility trial.
Krishna et al., AIIMS, India — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13386-0
2. William Athol McElmoyle and the Forgotten Shield: Rediscovering an Early Principle of Safe Cholecystectomy.
Vu et al., NYU Langone Health, New York — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002223
3. Management of Colon and Rectal Injuries From Blunt and Penetrating Trauma: Evidence-Based Recommendations From the World Society of Emergency Surgery.
Ribeiro et al., University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore — JAMA Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1001/jamasurg.2026.4263
4. Increased Medical Debt in Collections 1 Year After Emergency General Surgery Admission.
Johnson et al., University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002229
5. Factors Associated With Surgical Faculty's Desire to Leave or Stay at Their Jobs.
Sarkissyan et al., Harbor-University of California, Torrance — JAMA Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1001/jamasurg.2026.4382

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Today, we cover endoscopic treatment for small duodenal neuroendocrine tumors and options after failed Heller myotomy. We also examine emergency care governance in Ethiopia, surgery for metastatic colorectal cancer, and specialty-specific venous thromboembolism patterns.

Papers in this episode:
1. Multicenter outcomes of endoscopic resection for small non-ampullary duodenal neuroendocrine tumors.
Tokunaga et al., Chiba Cancer Center, Japan — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13363-7
2. Redo Heller myotomy vs. POEM after failed Heller myotomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Barros Sosa et al., Hospital Alemán of Buenos Aires, Argentina — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13372-6
3. When ambulances are not enough: An interview-based needs assessment of governance and accountability gaps in prehospital emergency care in Hawassa, Ethiopia.
Abu-Hamdan et al., Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI — Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surg.2026.110564
4. Prognostic Role of Pretreatment Nutritional and Inflammatory Status in Unresectable Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: Supplementary Analysis of JCOG1007.
Horino et al., Kumamoto University, Japan — Annals of Surgical Oncology
https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-026-20608-1
5. Effect of Surgical Subspecialty on Time to Development of Postoperative Venous Thromboembolism.
Campwala et al., University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002225

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Today, we cover whether a normal-looking appendix should be removed, and how endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty compares with sleeve gastrectomy. We also discuss minimally invasive surgery for stage four colon cancer, fibrosis in pancreatic disease, and robotic surgery after emergency transfer.

Papers in this episode:
1. Preservation Versus Routine Removal: Morbidity and Long-Term Outcomes Following Diagnostic Laparoscopy Versus Negative Appendectomy-A Regional Multicentre Observational Cohort Study.
Finne et al., Copenhagen University Hospital-North Zealand, Denmark — World Journal of Surgery
https://doi.org/10.1002/wjs.70571
2. Comparing long-term weight loss and complications in endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
LaPlante et al., University of Alberta, Canada — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-12932-0
3. Three-Year Follow-up of the Randomized Trial Comparing Open Versus Laparoscopic Surgery for Primary Tumor Resection in Patients With Noncurable Stage IV Colon Cancer (JCOG1107).
Shiomi et al., Shizuoka Cancer Center, Japan — Diseases of the Colon and Rectum
https://doi.org/10.1097/DCR.0000000000004373
4. A Comparative Evaluation of Fibrosis in Patients With and Without Chronic Pancreatitis Undergoing Pancreatic Surgery.
Metri et al., Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, Maryland — Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cgh.2026.08.015
5. Robotic Operation After Interhospital Transfer for Emergency General Surgery: Adoption, Hospital-Level Variation, and National Outcomes.
Karikis et al., Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002220

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Today, we cover fluorescence guidance in minimally invasive liver surgery, and genomic risk in ampullary cancer. We also examine how hospital organization affects evidence-based care, and review endoscopic treatment for cystic duct remnant stones and postoperative gastrointestinal leaks.

Papers in this episode:
1. Indocyanine Green Imaging in Minimally Invasive Liver Surgery
Han et al., Tianjin Medical University, China — Surgical Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-026-13265-8
2. Recurrence Patterns in Resected Ampullary Adenocarcinoma
Ecker et al., Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA — Annals of Surgical Oncology
https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-026-20537-z
3. Centralized Cancer Care Yields Better Evidence Alignment
Broman et al., University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA — Journal of the American College of Surgeons
https://doi.org/10.1097/XCS.0000000000002210
4. Endoscopic Approach for Cystic Duct Remnant Stones Effective
Arif et al., University of California, California, USA — Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gie.2026.08.008
5. Novel VAC-Stent Effective for Treating Post-Surgical GI Leaks
Zito et al., A.O.R.N. Antonio Cardarelli, Naples — Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gie.2026.09.021

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