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Surgical Science is a peer reviewed international journal dedicated to the latest advancements in surgery. The goal of this journal is to keep a record of the state-of-the-art research and to promote study, research and improvement within its various specialties. All manuscripts submitted to SS must be previously unpu…
Mahamadou Diallo, Mamadou Bassirou Traoré, Abdoul Kadri Moussa, Drissa Coulibaly, Kalifa Coulibaly, Cheick Oumar Sanogo, Terna Traoré, Mamadou Diallo, Layes Toure
Introduction: Rupture of the Achilles tendon is a frequent pathology in sports traumatology. Several surgical methods have been described for the treatment of this injury. Materials and Method : Over 36 months, 24 patients underwent surgery for Achilles tendo…
Setondji Gilles Roger Attolou, Nounagnon René Hounsou, Marie Christel Laleye, Pierre Canisius Fadonougbo, Dansou Gaspard Gbessi, Francis Moise Dossou, Delphin Kuassi Mehinto
Background: Gallbladder cancer (GBC) is a rare tumor with a poor prognosis, often diagnosed late. It is discovered incidentally during pathological examination of a cholecystectomy specimen. Observation: We report a case of incidental primary gallbladder aden…
Steve Nkurunziza, Linda Elodie Njebarikanuye, Ben Saad Hamda, Bahria Ayoub, Ali Chakroun, Gallina Kazobinka, Jean Luc Bagaya, Stanislas Harakandi, Jean Claude Mbonicura, Réverien Ndayirorere, Paul Banderembako
Ba ckground: Penile fracture is a rare non-infectious emergency of the lower urinary tract and genital organs. Aim: To analyze the epidemiological, diagnostic, therapeutic, and outcomes aspects of penile fracture in the uro-andrology departments of the Kameng…
Savvas Hirides, Petros Hirides, Kalliopi Kouloufakou, Constantinos Hirides, 1 1
Recent advancements in generative AI and large language models (LLMs) have sparked new opportunities in surgical innovation. We present our prototype AI Surgical Assistant Prototype System, integrating real-time vision support for streaming video of the opera…
Byung Chan Yoo, Taekyung Han
OBJECTIVE: To analyze factors contributing to conservative treatment failure in carpal tunnel syndrome, evaluate surgical approaches for refractory cases, and discuss the comparative outcomes of open versus endoscopic carpal tunnel release techniques. MATERIA…
Ananivi Sogan, Efoe-Ga Olivier Amouzou, Adodossi Kossigan Ayi Amavi, Kodjo Abossisso Sakye, Komlan Adabra, David Dosseh, 1 1
Introduction/Aims: Begun in 2021, the creation of surgical departments according to surgical specialties was effective at the beginning of 2023, thus ending the era of the single large general surgery department bringing together all surgical patients at Anéh…
Evan Cohen, Noelle Kubinak
A 31-year-old female with a history of iron deficiency anemia and migraines presented with a week-long left-sided headache, dizziness, and intermittent weakness in her legs. Her symptoms persisted, leading to her admission to the emergency department (ED). On…
Ananivi Sogan, Efoe-Ga Olivier Amouzou, Edem Têtê Kouevi-Koko, Adodossi Kossigan Ayi Amavi, Kodjo Abossisso Sakye, Komlan Adabra, David Dosseh, 1 1
Introduction: Chronic wounds represent a public health problem due to the high cost of their nursing and the deterioration of patients’ quality of life. Their nursing may be confronted with delays in consultation or lack of specialists in secondary hospitals.…
Moussa Samaké, Ibrahima Maiga, Seydou Boire, Souleymane Bingué Dembelé, Yely Dianessy, Abdou Guiré, Dorcas Laurel Sodjiné Yede, Siaka Konaté, Moussa Diassana, Bathio Traoré, Youssouf Koné, Adégné Togo
Introduction: Situs inversus totalis (SIT) is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by mirror transposition of the abdominal and thoracic organs. This anomaly may be partial or complete. Results: This 21-year-old patient was admitted to the emergency depart…
Andrea Flórez-Meneses, Duini Torres, William Sánchez
Introduction: NUT carcinoma is a highly aggressive subtype of squamous cell carcinoma characterized by rearrangements and translocations involving the NUTM1 gene on chromosome 15q14. It primarily occurs along the midline structures of the body, such as the he…
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Surgical Science is a peer reviewed international journal dedicated to the latest advancements in surgery. The goal of this journal is to keep a record of the state-of-the-art research and to promote study, research and improvement within its various specialties. All manuscripts submitted to SS must be previously unpu… All articles are open access under a CC BY 4.0 licence, with authors retaining copyright.
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