Theodor Bilharz Research Institute

This study tested a new surgical method for Whipple surgery (removal of part of the pancreas and small intestine) in 48 patients with resectable tumors. The technique uses a special stitch and a protective wrap of belly fat around the connection to lower the chance of leaks, blee…

This study compared two surgical methods for treating a rare cancer near the pancreas (periampullary adenocarcinoma). Forty patients were randomly assigned to either keyhole (laparoscopic) or traditional open surgery. The main goal was to see which approach caused fewer complicat…

This study tested a new surgical technique during Whipple surgery for people with resectable periampullary tumors. The method uses an omental wrap and surgical glue to protect the connection between the pancreas and intestine. The goal was to see if this approach lowers the risk …

This study tested two different spinal anesthetics (prilocaine vs. bupivacaine, both with fentanyl) in 70 men having hernia surgery. The goal was to see which one allows patients to urinate on their own sooner after surgery, helping them recover and go home faster. Both anestheti…

This study looked at three different surgical techniques for treating severe (fourth-degree) hemorrhoids in 90 adults. The goal was to see which method causes less pain after surgery and leads to a faster recovery. Researchers compared a standard surgery with two newer tools that…