Volume 97, Issue 2 (February 2026)

Insights Into Thoracic Surgery Training Program in Italy: A Nationwide Residents' Survey

Open Access 2 Dec 2025Article

Insights Into Thoracic Surgery Training Program in Italy: A Nationwide Residents' Survey

Giovanni Mattioni, Federico Raveglia, Andrea Onofri, Graziana Carleo, Diletta Mongiello, Doroty Sampietro, Cinzia Scala, Luigi Paladini, Giuseppe Cardillo, Franca Melfi, Mohsen Ibrahim, Cristina Zirafa, Riccardo Orlandi, on behalf of the SIET Residents’ Committee Collaborative Group

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 401-414; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.3983

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Efficacy of Selective Arterial Perfusion Combined With Core Decompression in Managing Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Efficacy of Selective Arterial Perfusion Combined With Core Decompression in Managing Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head

Dedan Wu, Yan Chen, Yuping Zhu, Wenyangming Sun, Jinyu Luo, Dashou Wang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 392-400; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4405

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Clinical Utility of Ultrasound-Guided Erector Spinae Plane Block in Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Clinical Utility of Ultrasound-Guided Erector Spinae Plane Block in Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy

Xiaoting Zheng, Jile Jiang, Yuequan Yan, Qinghui Chen, Guixiang Zheng, Bincheng Wang, Bin Huang, Weihan Chen, Qipeng Su

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 382-391; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4138

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Establishment and Validation of a Risk Prediction Model for Early Postoperative Distant Metastasis in Patients With Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Establishment and Validation of a Risk Prediction Model for Early Postoperative Distant Metastasis in Patients With Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma

Yizhou Zhu, Weihui Zheng, Xilin Nie, Jinbiao Shang, Jialei Gu

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 371-381; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4340

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Predictive Value of Intraoperative Glucose Variability for Chronic Postsurgical Pain After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Predictive Value of Intraoperative Glucose Variability for Chronic Postsurgical Pain After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Xiaoyu Zhou, Liufang Xu

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 364-370; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4267

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Comparison of Robotic-Assisted and Uniportal Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Lobectomy for Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Comparison of Robotic-Assisted and Uniportal Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Lobectomy for Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Yuyang Ni, Jie Zhang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 352-363; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4404

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Validation of a Risk Scoring System for Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula

Open Access 18 Aug 2025Article

Validation of a Risk Scoring System for Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula

Kinyas Kartal, Ahmet Balik, Ahmet Coker, Bulent Aydinli, Kaan Karayalcin, Mustafa Kerem, Metin Kapan, Osman Abbasoglu, Sadik Kilicturgay, Tarkan Unek, Yaman Tekant, Mert Erkan

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 343-351; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4084

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Influence of Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis and BRAF V600E Mutation on Clinicopathological Features in Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma With Different Tumor Size

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Influence of Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis and BRAF V600E Mutation on Clinicopathological Features in Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma With Different Tumor Size

Yu-Xin Yang, Jia-Wei Feng, Jing Ye, Wan-Xiao Wu, Yong Jiang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 329-342; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4363

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Analysis of Influencing Factors and Construction of Prediction Model for Delirium After Intraspinal Anesthesia in Elderly Patients Undergoing Femoral Neck Fracture Surgery

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Analysis of Influencing Factors and Construction of Prediction Model for Delirium After Intraspinal Anesthesia in Elderly Patients Undergoing Femoral Neck Fracture Surgery

Juan Liu, XiuFeng Liu, Chen Zhang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 317-328; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4257

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Effect of Comprehensive Nursing on Postoperative Complications and Recovery of Elderly Patients Undergoing Prone-Position Lumbar Spine Surgery

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Effect of Comprehensive Nursing on Postoperative Complications and Recovery of Elderly Patients Undergoing Prone-Position Lumbar Spine Surgery

Yuping Liu, Huiying Yang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 308-316; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4425

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Development and Validation of a Predictive Model for Poor Healing After Great Saphenous Vein Stripping in Patients With Varicose Ulcers: Focusing on Preoperative Iron Metabolism Markers

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Development and Validation of a Predictive Model for Poor Healing After Great Saphenous Vein Stripping in Patients With Varicose Ulcers: Focusing on Preoperative Iron Metabolism Markers

Yu Zhou, Xiaorong Zhan, Tong Qiao

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 300-307; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4444

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Application of a Multidisciplinary Collaboration Model-Supported Structured Home Care in Reducing Postoperative Complications in Children with Hypospadias

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Application of a Multidisciplinary Collaboration Model-Supported Structured Home Care in Reducing Postoperative Complications in Children with Hypospadias

Luyan He, Qin Zhong, Lifen Xiao

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 288-299; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4438

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Impact of Individualized Nursing on Postoperative Recovery Following Trabeculectomy in Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Impact of Individualized Nursing on Postoperative Recovery Following Trabeculectomy in Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Jialei Hao, Shoukuan Zhang, Yinuo Sun, Xin Sun, Lei Zhang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 276-287; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4350

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Advances in Minimally Invasive Approach for Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Extractions: From Incision Design to Dynamic Navigation

Open Access 22 Jan 2026Review

Advances in Minimally Invasive Approach for Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Extractions: From Incision Design to Dynamic Navigation

Yanhun Wu, Lidan Lu, Tianyang Zhai, Mengyang Jiang, Xu Quan, Qian Jiang, Zhongyi Sun

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 264-275; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4137

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advancements in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Bridging Dentistry and Surgical Innovations)

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Research Progress on BRCA1/2 Mutations in Sporadic Gastric Cancer: Risk Stratification, Surgical Prognosis, and Individualized Treatment

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Review

Research Progress on BRCA1/2 Mutations in Sporadic Gastric Cancer: Risk Stratification, Surgical Prognosis, and Individualized Treatment

Meiqiong Chen, Yi Dong, Ru Wang, Haihong Cui

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 257-263; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4379

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Management of Malignant Left-Side Colonic Obstruction Using Self-Expandable Metal Stents as a Bridge to Elective Surgery: A Case Report and Literature Review

Open Access 5 Dec 2025Case Report

Management of Malignant Left-Side Colonic Obstruction Using Self-Expandable Metal Stents as a Bridge to Elective Surgery: A Case Report and Literature Review

Enrico Andolfi, Daniele Fusario, Lucia Barni, Gianmario Edoardo Poto, Diego Giulitti, Salvatore Spiezia, Elena Cavargini

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 238-256; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.3894

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Innovations in Gastrointestinal Surgery: From Prevention to Rehabilitation)

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Melanoma of Unknown Primary Origin: A Case Report and Literature Review

Open Access 27 Jan 2026Case Report

Melanoma of Unknown Primary Origin: A Case Report and Literature Review

Matteo Matteucci, Vito D’Andrea, Bruno Cirillo, Antonio Pesce, Maria Chiara Ranucci, Paolo Bruzzone, Antonia Rizzuto, Luca Properzi, Salvatore Guarino, Roberto Cirocchi

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 221-237; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4214

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Complications Caused by Apical Extrusion of Sodium Hypochlorite. A Case Report Study and Systematic Review

Open Access 21 Nov 2025Systematic Review

Complications Caused by Apical Extrusion of Sodium Hypochlorite. A Case Report Study and Systematic Review

Alessio Danilo Inchingolo, Angelo Michele Inchingolo, Gaetano Del Vecchio, Elisabetta de Ruvo, Laura Ferrante, Antonio Di Lorenzo, Andrea Palermo, Francesco Inchingolo, Gianna Dipalma

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 203-220; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4139

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advancements in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Bridging Dentistry and Surgical Innovations)

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The MARS2 Trial — Is Surgical Treatment of Pleural Mesothelioma a Relic of the Past?

Open Access 30 Jan 2026Editorial

The MARS2 Trial — Is Surgical Treatment of Pleural Mesothelioma a Relic of the Past?

Michael T. Ou, Kenny Nguyen, Jeffrey B. Velotta

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 199-202; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4384

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Salvage Neck Dissection in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Balancing Necessity and Quality of Life

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Editorial

Salvage Neck Dissection in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Balancing Necessity and Quality of Life

Antonino MANIACI, Nicolas FAKHRY, Gianluca FERINI, Carlos CHIESA ESTOMBA, Salvatore LAVALLE, Jerome Rene LECHIEN, Mario LENTINI

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 196-198; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4296

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Efficacy of Selective Arterial Perfusion Combined With Core Decompression in Managing Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head

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Efficacy of Selective Arterial Perfusion Combined With Core Decompression in Managing Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head

Dedan Wu, Yan Chen, Yuping Zhu, Wenyangming Sun, Jinyu Luo, Dashou Wang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 392-400; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4405

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Clinical Utility of Ultrasound-Guided Erector Spinae Plane Block in Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Clinical Utility of Ultrasound-Guided Erector Spinae Plane Block in Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy

Xiaoting Zheng, Jile Jiang, Yuequan Yan, Qinghui Chen, Guixiang Zheng, Bincheng Wang, Bin Huang, Weihan Chen, Qipeng Su

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 382-391; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4138

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Establishment and Validation of a Risk Prediction Model for Early Postoperative Distant Metastasis in Patients With Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Establishment and Validation of a Risk Prediction Model for Early Postoperative Distant Metastasis in Patients With Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma

Yizhou Zhu, Weihui Zheng, Xilin Nie, Jinbiao Shang, Jialei Gu

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 371-381; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4340

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Predictive Value of Intraoperative Glucose Variability for Chronic Postsurgical Pain After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Predictive Value of Intraoperative Glucose Variability for Chronic Postsurgical Pain After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Xiaoyu Zhou, Liufang Xu

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 364-370; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4267

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Comparison of Robotic-Assisted and Uniportal Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Lobectomy for Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Comparison of Robotic-Assisted and Uniportal Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Lobectomy for Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Yuyang Ni, Jie Zhang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 352-363; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4404

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Validation of a Risk Scoring System for Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula

Open Access 18 Aug 2025Article

Validation of a Risk Scoring System for Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula

Kinyas Kartal, Ahmet Balik, Ahmet Coker, Bulent Aydinli, Kaan Karayalcin, Mustafa Kerem, Metin Kapan, Osman Abbasoglu, Sadik Kilicturgay, Tarkan Unek, Yaman Tekant, Mert Erkan

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 343-351; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4084

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Influence of Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis and BRAF V600E Mutation on Clinicopathological Features in Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma With Different Tumor Size

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Influence of Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis and BRAF V600E Mutation on Clinicopathological Features in Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma With Different Tumor Size

Yu-Xin Yang, Jia-Wei Feng, Jing Ye, Wan-Xiao Wu, Yong Jiang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 329-342; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4363

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Analysis of Influencing Factors and Construction of Prediction Model for Delirium After Intraspinal Anesthesia in Elderly Patients Undergoing Femoral Neck Fracture Surgery

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Analysis of Influencing Factors and Construction of Prediction Model for Delirium After Intraspinal Anesthesia in Elderly Patients Undergoing Femoral Neck Fracture Surgery

Juan Liu, XiuFeng Liu, Chen Zhang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 317-328; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4257

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Effect of Comprehensive Nursing on Postoperative Complications and Recovery of Elderly Patients Undergoing Prone-Position Lumbar Spine Surgery

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Effect of Comprehensive Nursing on Postoperative Complications and Recovery of Elderly Patients Undergoing Prone-Position Lumbar Spine Surgery

Yuping Liu, Huiying Yang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 308-316; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4425

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Development and Validation of a Predictive Model for Poor Healing After Great Saphenous Vein Stripping in Patients With Varicose Ulcers: Focusing on Preoperative Iron Metabolism Markers

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Development and Validation of a Predictive Model for Poor Healing After Great Saphenous Vein Stripping in Patients With Varicose Ulcers: Focusing on Preoperative Iron Metabolism Markers

Yu Zhou, Xiaorong Zhan, Tong Qiao

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 300-307; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4444

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Application of a Multidisciplinary Collaboration Model-Supported Structured Home Care in Reducing Postoperative Complications in Children with Hypospadias

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Application of a Multidisciplinary Collaboration Model-Supported Structured Home Care in Reducing Postoperative Complications in Children with Hypospadias

Luyan He, Qin Zhong, Lifen Xiao

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 288-299; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4438

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Impact of Individualized Nursing on Postoperative Recovery Following Trabeculectomy in Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Article

Impact of Individualized Nursing on Postoperative Recovery Following Trabeculectomy in Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Jialei Hao, Shoukuan Zhang, Yinuo Sun, Xin Sun, Lei Zhang

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 276-287; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4350

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Advances in Minimally Invasive Approach for Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Extractions: From Incision Design to Dynamic Navigation

Open Access 22 Jan 2026Review

Advances in Minimally Invasive Approach for Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Extractions: From Incision Design to Dynamic Navigation

Yanhun Wu, Lidan Lu, Tianyang Zhai, Mengyang Jiang, Xu Quan, Qian Jiang, Zhongyi Sun

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 264-275; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4137

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advancements in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Bridging Dentistry and Surgical Innovations)

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Research Progress on BRCA1/2 Mutations in Sporadic Gastric Cancer: Risk Stratification, Surgical Prognosis, and Individualized Treatment

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Review

Research Progress on BRCA1/2 Mutations in Sporadic Gastric Cancer: Risk Stratification, Surgical Prognosis, and Individualized Treatment

Meiqiong Chen, Yi Dong, Ru Wang, Haihong Cui

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 257-263; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4379

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Management of Malignant Left-Side Colonic Obstruction Using Self-Expandable Metal Stents as a Bridge to Elective Surgery: A Case Report and Literature Review

Open Access 5 Dec 2025Case Report

Management of Malignant Left-Side Colonic Obstruction Using Self-Expandable Metal Stents as a Bridge to Elective Surgery: A Case Report and Literature Review

Enrico Andolfi, Daniele Fusario, Lucia Barni, Gianmario Edoardo Poto, Diego Giulitti, Salvatore Spiezia, Elena Cavargini

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 238-256; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.3894

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Innovations in Gastrointestinal Surgery: From Prevention to Rehabilitation)

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Melanoma of Unknown Primary Origin: A Case Report and Literature Review

Open Access 27 Jan 2026Case Report

Melanoma of Unknown Primary Origin: A Case Report and Literature Review

Matteo Matteucci, Vito D’Andrea, Bruno Cirillo, Antonio Pesce, Maria Chiara Ranucci, Paolo Bruzzone, Antonia Rizzuto, Luca Properzi, Salvatore Guarino, Roberto Cirocchi

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 221-237; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4214

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Complications Caused by Apical Extrusion of Sodium Hypochlorite. A Case Report Study and Systematic Review

Open Access 21 Nov 2025Systematic Review

Complications Caused by Apical Extrusion of Sodium Hypochlorite. A Case Report Study and Systematic Review

Alessio Danilo Inchingolo, Angelo Michele Inchingolo, Gaetano Del Vecchio, Elisabetta de Ruvo, Laura Ferrante, Antonio Di Lorenzo, Andrea Palermo, Francesco Inchingolo, Gianna Dipalma

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 203-220; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4139

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advancements in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Bridging Dentistry and Surgical Innovations)

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The MARS2 Trial — Is Surgical Treatment of Pleural Mesothelioma a Relic of the Past?

Open Access 30 Jan 2026Editorial

The MARS2 Trial — Is Surgical Treatment of Pleural Mesothelioma a Relic of the Past?

Michael T. Ou, Kenny Nguyen, Jeffrey B. Velotta

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 199-202; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4384

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Salvage Neck Dissection in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Balancing Necessity and Quality of Life

Open Access 9 Feb 2026Editorial

Salvage Neck Dissection in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Balancing Necessity and Quality of Life

Antonino MANIACI, Nicolas FAKHRY, Gianluca FERINI, Carlos CHIESA ESTOMBA, Salvatore LAVALLE, Jerome Rene LECHIEN, Mario LENTINI

Ann. Ital. Chir. 2026, 97(2), 196-198; https://doi.org/10.62713/aic.4296

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