2019
Evaluation of Swallow Function Post-Extubation: Is It Necessary to Wait 24 Hours?
Leder SB, Warner HL, Suiter DM, Young NO, Bhattacharya B, Siner JM, Davis KA, Maerz LL, Rosenbaum SH, Marshall PS, Pisani MA, Siegel MD, Brennan JJ, Schuster KM. Evaluation of Swallow Function Post-Extubation: Is It Necessary to Wait 24 Hours? Annals Of Otology Rhinology & Laryngology 2019, 128: 619-624. PMID: 30841709, DOI: 10.1177/0003489419836115.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsIntensive care unitSwallow evaluationDifferent intensive care unitsRe-intubation rateYale Swallow ProtocolMajority of patientsPost-extubation dysphagiaIntubation durationNosocomial pneumoniaPost extubationLonger hospitalizationCare unitProspective InvestigationSwallow ProtocolSwallowingHoursDysphagiaHospitalizationIntubationPneumoniaPatientsIncidenceEvaluation
2018
Comparison of Outcomes in Below-Knee Amputation between Vascular and General Surgeons
Pei KY, Zhang Y, Sarac T, Davis KA. Comparison of Outcomes in Below-Knee Amputation between Vascular and General Surgeons. Annals Of Vascular Surgery 2018, 50: 259-268. PMID: 29501591, DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2017.11.073.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAgedAmputation, SurgicalChi-Square DistributionClinical CompetenceDatabases, FactualEmergenciesFemaleGeneral SurgeryHospitals, TeachingHumansLength of StayLinear ModelsLogistic ModelsLower ExtremityMaleMiddle AgedMultivariate AnalysisOdds RatioPostoperative ComplicationsRetrospective StudiesRisk FactorsSpecializationSurgeonsTime FactorsTreatment OutcomeUnited StatesVascular Surgical ProceduresConceptsVascular surgeonsGeneral surgeonsKnee amputationInfectious indicationsNational Surgical Quality Improvement Project databaseSurgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Project databaseUnconditional logistic regression modelsRisk of pneumoniaPeripheral vascular diseaseLower extremity amputationBelow knee amputationComparison of outcomesEffect of specialtyLogistic regression modelsOverall complicationsVascular consultationPostoperative complicationsPatient demographicsPostoperative outcomesPulmonary embolismComorbid conditionsRegression modelsExtremity amputationRetrospective studyVascular diseaseRelationship between duration of preoperative symptoms and postoperative ileus for small bowel obstruction
Brandt WS, Wood J, Bhattacharya B, Pei K, Davis KA, Schuster K. Relationship between duration of preoperative symptoms and postoperative ileus for small bowel obstruction. Journal Of Surgical Research 2018, 225: 40-44. PMID: 29605033, DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2017.12.031.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdultAgedAged, 80 and overAscitesEquipment and Supplies UtilizationFemaleFood IntoleranceHumansIleusIntensive Care UnitsIntestinal ObstructionIntestine, SmallLength of StayMaleMiddle AgedParenteral NutritionPostoperative ComplicationsPreoperative PeriodRetrospective StudiesRisk FactorsTime FactorsTime-to-TreatmentYoung AdultConceptsTolerance of dietSmall bowel obstructionPreoperative symptomsLength of stayPostoperative ileusUnivariable analysisTotal durationIntensive care unit admissionTotal parenteral nutrition useParenteral nutrition useCare unit admissionIntensive care unitPreoperative ascitesBowel obstructionPrimary endpointSecondary endpointsSymptom durationUnit admissionMedian durationOperative interventionPostoperative outcomesCare unitMultivariable analysisRetrospective reviewNutrition use
2017
Uncertainty Among Acute Care Surgery Providers Does Not Change with Experience.
Bhattacharya B, Maung A, Schuster K, Davis KA. Uncertainty Among Acute Care Surgery Providers Does Not Change with Experience. Connecticut Medicine 2017, 81: 133-139. PMID: 29772154.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2014
The Use of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Diagnosis of Suspected Appendicitis in Pregnancy : Shortened Length of Stay Without Increase in Hospital Charges
Fonseca AL, Schuster KM, Kaplan LJ, Maung AA, Lui FY, Davis KA. The Use of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Diagnosis of Suspected Appendicitis in Pregnancy : Shortened Length of Stay Without Increase in Hospital Charges. JAMA Surgery 2014, 149: 687-693. PMID: 24871698, DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2013.4658.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsMR imaging groupHospital chargesNontherapeutic explorationsPregnant patientsImaging groupFetal outcomesShorter LOSEmergency departmentUniversity tertiary referral centerMean hospital chargesTertiary referral centerLength of stayMagnetic resonancePathology-confirmed appendicitisAbdominal painOperative interventionReferral centerClinical outcomesGestational ageMultivariable analysisRetrospective reviewFetal lossAppendicitisMAIN OUTCOMEPatients
2012
Compared to conventional ventilation, airway pressure release ventilation may increase ventilator days in trauma patients
Maung AA, Schuster KM, Kaplan LJ, Ditillo MF, Piper GL, Maerz LL, Lui FY, Johnson DC, Davis KA. Compared to conventional ventilation, airway pressure release ventilation may increase ventilator days in trauma patients. Journal Of Trauma And Acute Care Surgery 2012, 73: 507-510. PMID: 23019679, DOI: 10.1097/ta.0b013e31825ff653.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdultAgedContinuous Positive Airway PressureCritical CareDatabases, FactualFemaleFollow-Up StudiesHumansInjury Severity ScoreIntra-Abdominal HypertensionLength of StayLinear ModelsMaleMiddle AgedMultivariate AnalysisPulmonary Gas ExchangeRespiration, ArtificialRetrospective StudiesRisk AssessmentSurvival RateTime FactorsTrauma CentersTreatment OutcomeVentilator WeaningWounds and InjuriesConceptsAirway pressure release ventilationTotal ventilator daysVentilator daysHospital complicationsMechanical ventilationAIS scoreChest Abbreviated Injury Scale scoreAbbreviated Injury Scale scoreSpontaneous breathing trialAbdominal compartment syndromeAcute lung injuryAcute renal failureInjury Scale scoreStudy entry criteriaInjury Severity ScorePotential confounding factorsAPRV groupAPRV modeBreathing trialRescue therapyCompartment syndromeLung injuryRenal failureIndependent predictorsRetrospective review
2011
Can Acute Care Surgeons Perform Emergency Colorectal Procedures With Good Outcomes?
Schuster KM, McGillicuddy EA, Maung AA, Kaplan LJ, Davis KA. Can Acute Care Surgeons Perform Emergency Colorectal Procedures With Good Outcomes? Journal Of Trauma And Acute Care Surgery 2011, 71: 94-101. PMID: 21818018, DOI: 10.1097/ta.0b013e31821e43d2.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAcute care surgeonsEmergency colorectal proceduresColorectal proceduresColorectal emergenciesPatient characteristicsExact testIntensive care unit lengthElective colorectal casesOpen abdominal techniquePerioperative risk factorsExtended care facilitiesLength of stayFisher's exact testLow case volumeChi-square testLogistic regression modelsACS mortalityAnesthesiology classColorectal casesPreoperative hypotensionColorectal operationsElective resectionVentilator daysElderly patientsSignificant comorbidities
1999
Secondary Abdominal Compartment Syndrome: An Underappreciated Manifestation of Severe Hemorrhagic Shock
Maxwell R, Fabian T, Croce M, Davis K. Secondary Abdominal Compartment Syndrome: An Underappreciated Manifestation of Severe Hemorrhagic Shock. Journal Of Trauma And Acute Care Surgery 1999, 47: 995. PMID: 10608523, DOI: 10.1097/00005373-199912000-00001.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAbdomenAcute DiseaseAdolescentAdultBlood Gas AnalysisBlood TransfusionCause of DeathCompartment SyndromesCrystalloid SolutionsDecompression, SurgicalFemaleHemodynamicsHumansIsotonic SolutionsMaleMiddle AgedMultiple TraumaPlasma SubstitutesRegistriesResuscitationShock, HemorrhagicSurvival AnalysisTime FactorsTrauma CentersTreatment OutcomeConceptsAbdominal compartment syndromeSecondary abdominal compartment syndromeSevere hemorrhagic shockAbdominal injuriesHemorrhagic shockResuscitation volumeCompartment syndromeBladder pressureTrauma intensive care unit patientsIntensive care unit admissionIntensive care unit patientsLevel I trauma centerPacked red blood cellsCare unit admissionIntra-abdominal injuriesExtremity compartment syndromeI trauma centerCare unit patientsPeak inspiratory pressurePacked red cellsAbdominal decompressionUnit admissionRed blood cellsUnit patientsBase deficitEarly and Late Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Croce M, Fabian T, Davis K, Gavin T. Early and Late Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Journal Of Trauma And Acute Care Surgery 1999, 46: 361-367.. PMID: 10088834, DOI: 10.1097/00005373-199903000-00001.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdolescentAdultAge DistributionAgedAged, 80 and overBlood Gas AnalysisCapillary Leak SyndromeCause of DeathFemaleHumansInjury Severity ScoreMaleMiddle AgedMultiple Organ FailureOxygenPneumoniaRespiratory Distress SyndromeRetrospective StudiesShock, HemorrhagicTime FactorsWounds and InjuriesConceptsAcute respiratory distress syndromeLate acute respiratory distress syndromePosttraumatic acute respiratory distress syndromePaO2/FiO2Injury Severity ScoreRespiratory distress syndromeHemorrhagic shockLate groupDistress syndromeSeverity scoreFluid balanceForms of ARDSEarly acute respiratory distress syndromeInitial PaO2/FiO2Progressive multiple organ failureMean Injury Severity ScoreProfound hemorrhagic shockMultiple organ failureAdmission base deficitCongestive heart failureMultiple system injuriesDiffuse bilateral infiltratesPresence of pneumoniaSurgical critical careARDS diagnosis