In this study, the pitfalls of tumor measurement in the nude mouse were evaluated. Regarding
intermethod variation, diameters of subcutaneous tumors in nude mice were expressed as …

PURPOSE: Comorbid conditions affect the risk of adverse outcomes after surgery, but the
magnitude of risk has not previously been quantified using multivariate statistical methods and …

BACKGROUND: A previously published clinical trial of epidural-supplemented versus
general anesthesia, Veterans Affairs Cooperative Study No. 345, showed no difference in 30-day …

… Jejunoileal Meckel's Neoplasia * Reprinted with permission from Vernava AM, Longo WE,
Virgo KS, Johnson FE. A nationwide study of the incidence and etiology of lower …

Objective To define risk factors that predict adverse outcomes after the surgical treatment of
appendicitis in Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers. Summary Background Data …

PURPOSE: Sigmoid volvulus is the third leading cause of large-bowel obstruction. The optimal
management strategy remains controversial. This study was undertaken to evaluate the …

PURPOSE: Clostridium difficile colitis is a relatively common entity, yet large series of
patients with fulminant C. difficile colitis are infrequently reported. This study was designed to …

Objectives. Patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) and chronic indwelling catheters are known
to be at increased risk of bladder malignancy. “Decatheterization” by clean intermittent …

Hypothesis A variety of major complications occur after intra-abdominal operations. Knowledge
of when specific complications occur during the postoperative period would be useful in …

… BK, and Johnson, FE Sigma and opioid receptors in human cancers. In: JM van Ree, AH
Mulder, VM Wiegant, and TB van Wimersma Greidanus (eds.). New Leads in Opioid Research, …