I. Two Decades of Renal Surgery

Two decades of minimally invasive pediatric surgery-taking stock.

BACKGROUND The past 2 decades have seen a rapid integration of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) to pediatric surgical practice. This study endeavored to delineate the current status of MIS in pediatric surgery. METHODS Three hundred six pediatric surgeons were invited to participate in an anonymous Web-based survey. Apart from demographic details and opinion regarding robotic surgery, surgeon...

Two decades of laparoscopic surgery in Brunei Darussalam

Introduction: The introduction of laparoscopic surgery into clinical practice has dramatically changed the field of surgery. Patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery have less post-operative pain, less impairment of vital functions, a shorter hospital stay, earlier resumption of oral intake and normal activities and, a better cosmesis. The last two decades (1992-2011) have seen a tremendous adv...

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences: Two Decades of Scientific Achievements

Introduction: Several studies indicate a significant growth in research activities and scientific achievements in Iran during recent years. Isfahan University of Medical Sciences as a main university has had a special situation in this regard. The aim of this study was to determine science productions of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences since its establishment, during1985 till 2007. Meth...

I-48: Hysteroscopic Surgery

Two decades of imipenem therapy.

Imipenem, the first carbapenem discovered, was developed more than two decades ago in response to an unmet need for a highly potent, broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent with a strong safety profile. It has since been used to treat more than 26 million patients. In an era where antibiotic use has driven antibiotic resistance, choosing appropriate initial therapy for serious infection is critical....