Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo

Occipital interhemispheric transtentorial approach for microsurgical resection of a posterior fossa medulloblastoma: 2-dimensional operative video

Background: Medulloblastoma is a highly aggressive tumor, usually arising in the posterior fossa in children. Adult cases have different features compared to younger patients. Case Description: We present the case of a 26-year-old male patient, presenting with several posterior f...

Screening strategies for the early detection of non-cardia gastric cancer in low- to moderate-prevalence regions: Asia-Pacific gastroesophageal cancer congress consensus 2026

Abstract Background Gastric cancer (GC) remains a major global health burden, and early detection is essential for improving patient outcomes. Although GC screening has been widely implemented in East Asian countries with a high disease burden, the optimal screening strategy for...

Single-Port Versus Multiport Robotic Colorectal Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Background: Single-port (SP) robotic surgery has emerged as a reduced-access alternative to conventional multiport (MP) robotic colorectal surgery. However, its comparative perioperative benefits remain uncertain. This systematic review and meta-analysis compared outcomes between...

Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis for Ulcerative Colitis: A Systematic Review and Comparative Meta-Analysis

Background: Ileal pouch–anal anastomosis (IPAA) is the standard restorative procedure for patients with ulcerative colitis requiring colectomy. Although robotic-assisted surgery has gained increasing acceptance in colorectal surgery, its role in IPAA remains uncertain. Methods: A...

Comparative Study of Myocutaneous Latissimus Dorsi Flap Breast Reconstruction With Implant Versus Lipofilling: Complication Rates and Risk Factors

BACKGROUND: Breast cancer is the most prevalent malignancy among women globally, and mastectomy often forms a critical part of its treatment. Breast reconstruction is an important aspect of post-mastectomy care, contributing to improved psychological well-being and quality of lif...