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Background Surgical site infections (SSIs) are costly and associated with poorer patient outcomes. Intra-operative surgical site irrigation and intra-cavity lavage may reduce the risk of SSIs through removal of dead or damaged tissue, metabolic waste, and site exudate. Irrigation with antibiotic or antiseptic solutions may further reduce the risk of SSI because of bacteriocidal properties. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have been conducted comparing irrigation solutions, but important comparisons (e.g., antibiotic vs. antiseptic irrigation) are absent. We use systematic review-based network meta-analysis (NMA) of RCTs to compare irrigation solutions for prevention of SSI. Methods We used Cochrane methodology and included all RCTs of participants undergoing a surgical procedure with primary site closure, in which method of irrigation was the only systematic difference between groups. We used a random effects Bayesian NMA to create a connected network of comparisons. Results are presented as odds ratios (Oial irrigation is needed to define the standard of care for SSI prevention by site irrigation.End-stage renal disease (ESRD) is described by four primary diagnoses, diabetes, hypertension, glomerulonephritis, and cystic kidney disease, all of which have viruses implicated as causative agents. Enteroviruses, such as coxsackievirus (CV), are a common genus of viruses that have been implicated in both diabetes and cystic kidney disease; however, little is known about how CVs cause kidney injury and ESRD or predispose individuals with a genetic susceptibility to type 1 diabetes (T1D) to kidney injury. This study evaluated kidney injury resulting from coxsackievirus B4 (CVB4) inoculation of non-obese diabetic (NOD) mice to glean a better understanding of how viral exposure may predispose individuals with a genetic susceptibility to T1D to kidney injury. The objectives were to assess acute and chronic kidney damage in CVB4-inoculated NOD mice without diabetes. Results indicated the presence of CVB4 RNA in the kidney for at least 14 days post-CVB4 inoculation and a coordinated pattern recognition receptor response, but the absence of an immune response or cytotoxicity. CVB4-inoculated NOD mice also had a higher propensity to develop an increase in mesangial area 17 weeks post-CVB4 inoculation. These studies identified initial gene expression changes in the kidney resulting from CVB4 exposure that may predispose to ESRD. Thus, this study provides an initial characterization of kidney injury resulting from CVB4 inoculation of mice that are genetically susceptible to developing T1D that may one day provide better therapeutic options and predictive measures for patients who are at risk for developing kidney disease from T1D.Background Ventriculostomy-related infection (VRI) is one of the most severe and common complications of external ventricular drains (EVD). Ward environment is closely related to hospital-acquired infection, but its role in EVD infection is unclear. For some other recognized risk factors, clinical evidence also remains complicated and undetermined. We aimed to evaluate ward environment including multi-bed accommodation and intensive care unit (ICU) stay as potential risk factors for VRI, as well as to confirm those already known factors. Methods We reviewed EVDs retrospectively in our center between January 2012 and January 2017. Univariable and logistic regression analysis were performed to identify risk factors for EVD-related infection. Results A total of 284 patients who underwent EVD procedure were included. Thirty-six (12.7%) developed EVD-related infection. Univariable analysis revealed that the infection group had longer intensive care unit (ICU) stay (6.81 vs. 3.65 days, p = 0.045) but multi-bed accommodation showed no statistical difference between the two groups (p = 0.404). Univariable analysis also showed VRI patients had lower pre-operational Glasgow Coma Scale (6.89 vs. 9.32, p = 0.001), longer drainage placement duration (11.4 vs. 8.30 days, p 7 days, OR = 3.85, p = 0.028), and pre-operational artificial airway status (OR = 2.85, p = 0.038). Conclusions Longer post-operational ICU stay, frequent CSF sampling, longer duration of EVD placement, and pre-operational intubation are independent risk factors for EVD infection. Multi-bed accommodation and bilateral EVD placement have no substantial influence on VRI risk.Background Septic shock (SS) is associated with high morbidity and mortality rate. Early antibiotic therapy administration in septic patients was shown to reduce mortality but its impact on mortality in a prehospital setting is still under debate. To clarify this point, we performed a retrospective analysis on patients with septic shock who received antibiotics in a prehospital setting.Methods From April 15th, 2017 to March 1st, 2020, patients with septic shock requiring Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) intervention were retrospectively analyzed to assess the impact of prehospital antibiotic therapy administration on a 30-day mortality.Results Three-hundred-eight patients with septic shock requiring MICU intervention in the prehospital setting were analyzed. The mean age of the study population was 70 ± 15 years. Presumed origin of SS was mainly pulmonary (44%), digestive (21%) or urinary (19%) infection. Overall 30-day mortality was 29%. Ninety-eight (32%) patients received antibiotic therapy.Using Cox regression analysis, we showed that prehospital antibiotic therapy significantly reduces 30-day mortality for patients with septic shock (hazard ratio =0.56, 95%CI [0.35-0.89], p = 0.016).Conclusion In this retrospective study, prehospital antibiotic therapy reduces 30-day mortality of septic shock patients cared for by MICU. Further studies will be needed to confirm the beneficial effect of prehospital antibiotic therapy in association or not with prehospital hemodynamic optimization to improve the survival of septic shock patients.Background Gastric bypass is one of the most widely performed bariatric procedures worldwide and continues to be the gold standard in obese patients with metabolic disorders.1 Regarding the complications, these can appear early or late, the most frequent of the latter being anastomosis stenosis, especially the gastrojejunal (G-J) stenosis. The first treatment option in stenosis is the endoscopic approach, but in cases wherein it fails or the diagnosis is kinking, revisional surgery should be performed. Methods We describe the technique, step by step, we use to perform a very complex revisional surgery in a patient with aphagia after gastric bypass. Results This is the case of a 38-year-old female patient who underwent laparoscopic adjustable gastric band in 2011; due to her poor tolerance, a laparoscopic gastric bypass was done. She began with vomiting and gastroesophageal reflux with remarkable symptoms. Ceralasertib solubility dmso Diagnosis of stenosis of the jejunojejunal anastomosis of the Roux-en-Y was made and two surgeries were done to treat it.