Azienda Ospedaliera Sant'Andrea

Clinical outcomes of bleomycin electrosclerotherapy (BEST) for the treatment of slow-flow vascular malformations (SFVMs): a UK single-centre experience

BACKGROUND: Bleomycin Electrosclerotherapy (BEST) is an emerging treatment for slow-flow vascular malformations (SFVMs), utilising electroporation to enhance intralesional bleomycin uptake. This study evaluates the safety and clinical outcomes of BEST in reducing symptom severity...

Is robotic colorectal surgery worth the cost? An umbrella review integrating clinical outcomes, learning curve, and economic evidence

Robotic technology has progressively expanded within colorectal surgery owing to its enhanced instrument articulation and superior operative visualization. Despite these technical benefits, its adoption remains constrained by concerns regarding acquisition and procedural costs. F...

Preventive Strategies for Driveline Infections in Ventricular Assist Devices: A Systematic Review

Driveline infection (DLI) is the most frequent infectious complication in patients supported with ventricular assist devices (VADs) and remains a major cause of morbidity and rehospitalization. This systematic review aimed to synthesize the available evidence on preventive strate...