Ludovico Carbone

Specific molecular signature redefines the role of posterior and para-aortic (D2 plus) lymphadenectomy in gastric cancer: Rethinking surgical indications

Posterior and para-aortic (D2 plus) lymphadenectomy is still controversial in gastric cancer surgery, as potential oncologic benefit must be balanced against increased technical complexity.Extended lymph node dissection aims to remove residual regional disease, improve staging, a...

Training the Next Generation of Future Surgical Residents: A Scoping Review and Proposal for an Undergraduate Curriculum From the Italian Polispecialistic Society of Young Surgeons

AIM: The transition from medical school to surgical residency is marked by a persistent gap between theoretical instruction and clinical readiness. In Italy, variability in training programs across centers creates persistent gaps in residents’ medical education. Scientific societ...

Predicting the risk of dehydration and readmission among rectal cancer patients with ileostomy: a multicenter observational study

Abstract Dehydration is a frequent complication among rectal cancer patients after ileostomy, often resulting in hospital readmission. The Dehydration Readmission after Ileostomy Prediction (DRIP) score was used to identify patients at risk of dehydration-related readmission. The...