Mohammed Reda El Hassouni, Amina Houmada, Yassine El Bouazizi, Oumayma Lahnaoui, Zakaria El Mouatassim & Amine Souadka·Asian Journal of Research in Surgery·2026
Introduction: Deep-seated adipocytic tumours of the limb larger than 10 cm and any lipomatous lesion recurring after a previous excision must be regarded as an atypical lipomatous tumour/well-differentiated liposarcoma (ALT/WDLPS) until molecular testing proves otherwise. Because...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2418
Laghsene Loubna, Touaiher W. S Elouahab, M. Lahjaouj, M. Loudghiri, W. Bijou, Y. Oukessou, S. Rouadi, R. Abada, M. Roubal & M Mahtar·Asian Journal of Research in Surgery·2026
Lingual schwannoma is an uncommon benign tumour arising from Schwann cells of the peripheral nerve sheath. Its occurrence at the tip of the tongue is rare, and its clinical and radiological features may overlap with benign, vascular, or malignant oral cavity lesions. This case re...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2416
Nahid Reza, Tahmina Noor, Shahadot Hossain Sheikh, Munsur Miah, A. K. M. Shamsul Hoque & Md. Sherajul Islam·Asian Journal of Research in Surgery·2026
Background: Temporary loop ileostomy is commonly created to protect distal colorectal anastomoses, but ileostomy reversal is frequently complicated by delayed postoperative bowel recovery and prolonged hospitalisation. Anterograde efferent limb lavage has been proposed as a simpl...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2414
Percutaneous A1 pulley release is commonly used to treat trigger finger, but the blind nature of the procedure may expose adjacent structures to injury. This case report describes an acute iatrogenic rupture of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon after percutaneous release and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2415
Background: Spina bifida remains a major cause of childhood disability in low-resource settings, where delayed presentation and limited access to specialised neurosurgical care contribute to poor outcomes. This study evaluated the pattern of presentation, management challenges an...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2413
Mehdi Karami, Hind Hablaj, Walid Chair, Hamza Talbi, Rahal Mssrouri, Jalil Mdaghri, Mohamed Hamid & Said Benmar·Asian Journal of Research in Surgery·2026
Background: Pancreatic trauma is uncommon but may be associated with substantial morbidity, particularly when the main pancreatic duct is disrupted. Diagnosis may be difficult during the early phase after trauma, and a negative focused assessment with sonography for trauma (FAST)...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2412
Background: Flap fixation, or quilting, is a technique used to close the dead space following breast resection. Although multiple studies have shown that quilting reduces postoperative seroma rates, evidence regarding its effect on drainage duration remains inconsistent. Aims: Th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2411
The open abdomen has become an established strategy in the management of severe intra-abdominal catastrophe, whether arising from trauma, abdominal sepsis, vascular emergencies, or abdominal compartment syndrome. Over the past two decades, the technique has moved from a salvage m...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2410
Background: Robotic transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) repair is increasingly used for inguinal hernia, although comparative evidence on perioperative outcomes and patient-reported quality of life remains limited. Aim: This study compared robotic and laparoscopic TAPP repair in...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2409
This case report describes the clinical presentation, radiological findings, surgical management, and postoperative outcomes of a patient with sciatic schwannoma, emphasising the importance of early diagnosis and nerve-preserving surgical excision for optimal functional recovery....
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2408
Aims: To describe the clinical presentations, diagnostic findings, surgical indications, and available postoperative outcomes of patients with spinal tuberculosis who underwent surgical management with debridement or decompression, stabilisation, and fusion. Study Design: Retrosp...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2406
Amine Maazouz, Mehdi Karami, Walid Chair, Mohamed Bouzroud, Hakim EL Kaoui, Mountassir Moujahid & Sidi Mohamed Bouchentouf·Asian Journal of Research in Surgery·2026
Introduction: Small bowel and ileocaecal adenocarcinomas are rare but recognised complications of long-standing Crohn's disease. Their diagnosis is challenging because symptoms frequently mimic inflammatory disease activity. Presentation with bowel perforation and generalised per...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2407
Aim: Chronic pancreatitis (CP) is associated with venous and arterial complications, some of which may lead to life-threatening haemorrhage. Early identification and appropriate intervention are essential for managing these vascular complications. This report describes the diagno...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2405
Introduction: Breast cancer is the most common malignancy among women worldwide and remains a major cause of cancer-related mortality. Early identification of metastatic disease is essential for prognosis and treatment planning. Cancer Antigen 15-3 (CA 15-3), a serum tumour marke...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2403
Aims: This literature review aims to evaluate the possible role and limitations of mini arthrotomy in the management of primary knee osteoarthritis (OA), with attention to patient selection, clinical rationale, available evidence, and comparison with conservative, arthroscopic, a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2404