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To link to full-text access for this article, visit this link: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amjsurg.2008.07.032 Byline: Thomas M. Schmelzer, A. Britton Christmas, Dennis A. Taylor, B. Todd Heniford, Ronald F. Sing Keywords: Pulmonary embolism; Inferior vena cava filter; Vena cava filter retrieval; Anticoagulation Abstract: Vena cava filters (VCFs) are indicated in patients with active venous thromboembolism and are a contraindication to therapeutic anticoagulation. When patients can be anticoagulated, VCFs can be removed; however, patients often have anticoagulation discontinued during the retrieval procedure, leaving them at risk for pulmonary embolism (PE). The authors evaluated their experience with retrieving VCFs in therapeutically anticoagulated patients. Author Affiliation: Carolinas Medical Center, Department of Surgery, Division of Minimally Invasive and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Charlotte, NC, USA Article History: Received 3 May 2008; Revised 8 July 2008

To link to full-text access for this article, visit this link: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amjsurg.2006.08.068 Byline: B. Lauren Paton, David G. Jacobs, B. Todd Heniford, Kent W. Kercher, Marc Zerey, Ronald F. Sing Keywords: Inferior vena cava filters; Deep vein thrombosis; Pulmonary embolism; Bedside procedures Abstract: Vena cava filter insertion (VCF) is traditionally performed in a radiology suite or in the operating room. We reviewed our experience of bedside VCF insertion in the intensive care unit (ICU) performed by general surgeons. Author Affiliation: Department of Surgery, Carolinas Medical Center, 1000 Blythe Blvd, Medical Education Bldg 6A, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA Article History: Received 15 April 2006; Revised 10 August 2006

To link to full-text access for this article, visit this link: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amjsurg.2005.03.007 Byline: Michael J. Rosen, William S. Cobb, Kent W. Kercher, Ronald F. Sing, B. Todd Heniford Abstract: Colostomy closure after a Hartmann's procedure typically requires a laparotomy. It also carries the risk of significant morbidity including anastomotic leak, wound infection, and incisional hernia. The aim of this study was to review our experience with laparoscopic restoration of intestinal continuity after Hartmann's procedure. Author Affiliation: Carolinas Laparoscopic and Advanced Surgery Program, Carolinas Medical Center, PO Box 32861, Charlotte, NC 28232-2861, USA

To link to full-text access for this article, visit this link: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amjsurg.2005.01.021 Byline: William S. Cobb, Kent W. Kercher, Ronald F. Sing, B. Todd Heniford Abstract: The superiority of the minimally invasive approach to adrenal resections has been well documented for benign pathology. With technical advances and increased experience, surgeons have successfully performed laparoscopic adrenalectomies for metastatic and primary malignancies of the adrenal gland. The technique of laparoscopic adrenalectomy as it pertains to malignant lesions is presented. A review of the literature demonstrates the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic adrenalectomy for metastatic colorectal, lung, and renal tumors. For primary adrenal malignancies, radical resections can be effectively performed laparoscopically; however, continued long-term follow-up is needed to establish the minimally invasive technique as the preferred approach. Author Affiliation: Carolinas Laparoscopic and Advanced Surgery Program, Carolinas Medical Center, 1000 Blythe Blvd., MEB No. 601, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA

Bronchoscopy has been incorporated as a useful adjunct to increase the safety and effectiveness of percutaneous endoscopic tracheostomy (PET). Insertion of the bronchoscope, along with the intraluminal dilators of the [...]

The use of inferior vena cava filters (IVCFs) is increasing in patients at high risk for venous thromboembolism; however, there is considerable controversy related to their cost. We inserted eight [...]