Sant Pau - Institut de Recerca

Main lines of research

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Application of laparoscopic surgery in diseases of the spleen.
Application of laparoscopic surgery in disorders of the oesophagogastric junction.
Advanced application of colorectal laparoscopy.
New stratification and treatment options in colorectal cancer.

Oncological and Hepatobiliopancreatic Surgery

Surgery for liver metastasis in colorectal cancer.
Development of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in the global context of treatment
for liver metastasis in colorectal carcinoma.
Surgery for primary hepatic tumours: determination of efficient prognostic parameters for surgical resection of hepatocarcinoma and likelihood of tumour recurrence after resection.
ntroduction of the laparoscopic methodology to biliary lithiasis.
Surgery for sarcomas: participation in GIST research through the Spanish Sarcoma Research
Group (GEIS) and other entities.
Surgery for sarcomas: participation in the development and results of surgery for retroperitoneal
tumours.

Emergency Care

Collaborative project on clinical safety for the introduction of safe practices for polytraumatized patients.

Challenges

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Design, develop and manage a dry laboratory for endoscopic surgery, creating a multifunctional research and teaching space to conduct applied technological research in minimally invasive surgery.

Hepatobiliopancreatic Surgery

Development of techniques to study liver volume and function.
Development of experimental studies on the function and healing of bilio-intestinal sutures.
Studies of the value of nutrition in patients undergoing aggressive surgery for highly debilitating cancer.
Suitable stratification of GIST tumours in accordance with an anatomopathological classification.
Viability of surgical interventions considering the likelihood of disease recurrence.

Emergency Surgery

Consolidation of a multidisciplinary group for polytraumatized patient care.

Breast Surgery

Technological innovations in surgery.
Possible role of genetic studies in diagnosis and follow-up.

Endocrinal and Cervical Surgery

Technical innovations in surgery.

Group coordination

MORAL DUARTE, ANTONIO FGS
amoral@santpau.cat

Members

Ballester Vazquez, Eulalia FGS
Bollo Rodriguez, Jesus Manuel FGS
Clos Enriquez, Montserrat FGS
Espina Perez, Beatriz FGS
Fernandez Ananin, Sonia FGS
Garcia Romera, Angel FGS
Gonzalez Lopez, Jose Antonio FGS
Julia Verdaguer, Elisabet FGS
Martin Arnau, Ana Belen FGS
Martinez Sanchez, Maria Del Carmen FGS
Medrano Caviedes, Rodrigo Gustavo FGS
Molina Santos, Victor FGS
Perez Garcia, Jose Ignacio FGS
Pino Perez, Oriol FGS
Rofin Serra, Silvia FGS
Sanchez Cabus, Santiago FGS
Sanchez Lopez, Anna FGS
Santanach Soler, Clara FGS
Solans Solerdelcoll, Mireia FGS
Targarona Soler, Eduardo Maria FGS

Publications 2023

(JIF 2023)

-Alvarez RA, Manzano A, Pujol CA, Raventos VA, Correa R, Jurado JC, Fernandez JA, del Muro XG, Gonzalez JA, Hindi N, Lominchar PL, Martinez J, Mendez R, Munoz M, Casares CM, Castellanos FO, Fernandez RO, Gonzalez MP, Redondo A, Morales CV, Asencio JM. Updated Review and Clinical Recommendations for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Patients with Retroperitoneal Sarcoma by the Spanish Sarcoma Research Group (GEIS). Cancers. 2023; 15(12):3194. DOI:10.3390/cancers15123194. PMID:37370803. IF:4,500 (Q1/3D). Document type: Review.

-Balla A, Saraceno F, Rullo M, Morales S, Soler E, Di S, Guerrieri M, Lepiane P, Di N, Adamina M, Alarcon I, Arezzo A, Rodriguez JB, Boni L, Biondo S, Carrano FM, Chand M, Jenkins JT, Davies J, Rivilla SD, Delrio P, Elmore U, Espin E, Fichera A, Lorente BF, Francis N, Ruiz MG, Hahnloser D, Licardie E, Martinez C, Ortenzi M, Panis Y, Idoate CP, Paganini AM, Pera M, Perinotti R, Popowich DA, Rockall T, Rosati R, Sartori A, Scoglio D, Shalaby M, Fernandez VS, Smart NJ, Spinelli A, Sylla P, Tanis PJ, Valdes J, Wexner SD, Sileri P. Protective ileostomy creation after anterior resection of the rectum: Shared decision-making or still subjective? Colorectal Disease. 2023; 25(4). DOI:10.1111/codi.16454. PMID:36527323. IF:2,900 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.

-Cerdán C, Cano Ó, Santos R, Terés LB, Vigorita V, Pérez TP, Rosciano JG, Paredes JP, Carre MK, Flor B, Antona FB, Martín EY, Tebar JC, Cao IA, Coltell ZB, Alonso MG, Prada BL, Riesco AB, Cánovas NI, Sánchez CM, Serrat DR, Conde GA, Toscano MJ, Aira AC, Pérez MR, Petit NM, Espín E, Carré MK, Pellino G, Retuerta JM, Saldaña AG, Laso CÁ, Allende IA, Álvarez DH, Cazador AC, Sánchez WM, Torres MT, Bonito AC, Velázquez MC, Díaz OM, Fuentes NS, Olías MDCDLV, Lorente BF, Valderrama ÓC, Santacruz CC, Collaborating group for the study of long C, Spanish Rectal Cancer Project (. “Long-term oncologic outcomes and risk factors for distant recurrence after pathologic complete response following neoadjuvant treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer. A nationwide, multicentre study”. EJSO. 2023; 49(10):106962. DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2023.06.014. PMID:37414628. IF:3,500 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.

-Clàudia C, López AS, Rocío L, Irene M, Pilar H, Carmen M, Jesús B, Eduardo MT. Laparoscopic anterior resection of a deep infiltrating rectal endometriosis: A Video Vignette. Colorectal Disease. 2023; DOI:10.1111/codi.16819. PMID:38124238. IF:2,900 (Q1/2D). Document type: Letter.

-Escuin D, López L, Bell O, Mora J, García B, Moral A, Clos M, Boronat L, Arqueros C, Barnadas A. Circulating miRNA Expression Is Inversely Correlated with Tumor Tissue or Sentinel Lymph Nodes in Estrogen Receptor-Positive Early Breast Cancer Patients. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES. 2023; 24(17):13293. DOI:10.3390/ijms241713293. PMID:37686099. IF:4,900 (Q1/3D). Document type: Article.

-Fernández M, Torrano L, González J, Masia J, Sisternas L, D’Guilio G, Zamora P. To bulge or not to bulge: Rectus abdominis functional reconstruction after soft tissue sarcoma resection. Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. 2023; 78. DOI:10.1016/j.bjps.2022.11.051. PMID:36736105. IF:2,000 (Q2/4D). Document type: Letter.

-Fernández S, Balagué C, Sala L, Molera A, Ballester E, Gonzalo B, Pérez N, Targarona EM. Gastroesophageal reflux after sleeve gastrectomy: The dimension of the problem. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2023; 101. DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2023.05.009. PMID:37952718. IF:1,300 (Q3/7D). Document type: Article.

-Fontanet S, Farré A, Angerri O, Kanashiro A, Suquilanda E, Bollo J, Gallego M, Sánchez FM, Millán F, Palou J, Bonnin D, Emiliani E. Bowel Perforation after Extracorporeal Wave Lithotripsy: A Review of the Literature. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2023; 12(3):1052. DOI:10.3390/jcm12031052. PMID:36769699. IF:3,000 (Q1/2D). Document type: Note.

-Galán C, Hernández MP, Martínez MC, Sánchez A, Bollo J, Targarona EM. Surgical treatment of retrorectal tumors: a plea for a laparoscopic approach. SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES. 2023; DOI:10.1007/s00464-023-10448-5. PMID:37798533. IF:2,400 (Q2/3D). Document type: Article.

-Galán C, Hernández MP, Sala L, Sánchez A, Martínez MC, Bollo J, Pareja E, Targarona EM. Our experience in the short-term diagnostic-therapeutic management of the patient with anal dysplasia. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2023; 101(3). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2022.03.010. PMID:36152962. IF:1,300 (Q3/7D). Document type: Article.

-González C, Salvador MP, Glückmann E, Ríos A, Martín J, Pérez JI, García F, Flores B, Gómez J, Ortega J, Ros S, Villar J, Morales D, Gutiérrez MT, Domènech J, Nuño JM, Franch G. Diagnosis and treatment of primary thyroid lymphoma from a surgical perspective: a multi-institutional study. LANGENBECKS ARCHIVES OF SURGERY. 2023; 408(1):206. DOI:10.1007/s00423-023-02945-x. PMID:37221304. IF:2,100 (Q2/4D). Document type: Article.

-González S, Molina V, Homs R, Martín B, Rodríguez M, González JA, López A, Moral A, Sánchez S. Surgical and oncological results after surgical treatment of patients diagnosed with sarcoma liver metastases. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2023; 101(2). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.005. PMID:35901963. IF:1,300 (Q3/7D). Document type: Article.

-Noh S, Nessim C, Keung EZ, Roland CL, Strauss D, Sivarajah G, Fiore M, Biasoni D, Cioffi SPB, Mehtsun W, Cananzi FCM, Sicoli F, Quagliuolo V, Chen J, Luo CH, Gladdy RA, Swallow C, Johnston W, Ford SJ, Evenden C, Tirotta F, Almond M, Nguyen L, Rutkowski P, Krotewicz M, Pennacchioli E, Cardona K, Gamboa A, Hompes D, Renard M, Kollar A, Ryser CO, Vassos N, Raut CP, Fairweather M, Krakorova DA, Quildrian S, Perhavec A, Nizri E, Farma JM, Greco SH, Vincenzi B, Lopez J, Solerdecoll MS, Iwata S, Fukushima S, Kim T, Tolomeo F, Snow H, Howlett Y, Tzanis D, Nikulin M, Gronchi A, Sicklick JK, Transatlantic R. Retrospective Analysis of Retroperitoneal-Abdominal-Pelvic Ganglioneuromas An International Study by the Transatlantic Australasian Retroperitoneal Sarcoma Working Group (TARPSWG). ANNALS OF SURGERY. 2023; 278(2). DOI:10.1097/SLA.0000000000005625. PMID:35866666. IF:7,900 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.

-Paez A, Hessheimer A, Bermudez P, Zarco FX, Serrano E, Moreno J, Molina V, Ausania F, Carrero E, Burrel M, Fondevila C, Gomez FM. Percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage for biliary obstruction in perihilar cholangiocarcinoma: a 10-year analysis of safety and outcomes using the CCI index. LANGENBECKS ARCHIVES OF SURGERY. 2023; 408(1):109. DOI:10.1007/s00423-023-02852-1. PMID:36847837. IF:2,100 (Q2/4D). Document type: Article.

-Pareja E, Bollo J, Hernández MP, Galán C, Targarona EM. Mammary-like gland perianal adenocarcinoma. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2023; 101(1). DOI:10.1016/j.cireng.2022.06.046. PMID:35787474. IF:1,300 (Q3/7D). Document type: Letter.

-Pareja E, Bollo J, Hernández MP, Galán C, Targarona EM. Mammary-like glandule perianal adenocarcinoma. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2023; 101(1). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.10.013. IF:1,300 (Q3/7D). Document type: Letter.

-Revilla G, Al Qtaish N, Caruana P, Sainz M, Lopez T, Rodriguez F, Paez V, Li CD, Vallverdú NF, Edwards M, Moral A, Pérez JI, Escolà JC, Pedraz JL, Gallego I, Corcoy R, Céspedes MV, Puras G, Mato E. Lenvatinib-Loaded Poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) Nanoparticles with Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Antibody Conjugation as a Preclinical Approach to Therapeutically Improve Thyroid Cancer with Aggressive Behavior. Biomolecules. 2023; 13(11):1647. DOI:10.3390/biom13111647. PMID:38002329. IF:4,800 (Q1/3D). Document type: Article.

-Revilla G, Ruiz L, Vallverdu NF, Santamaria P, Moral A, Perez JI, Li CD, Fuste V, Lerma E, Corcoy R, Pitoia F, Escola JC, Mato E. Low-Density Lipoprotein Receptor Is a Key Driver of Aggressiveness in Thyroid Tumor Cells. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES. 2023; 24(13):11153. DOI:10.3390/ijms241311153. PMID:37446330. IF:4,900 (Q1/3D). Document type: Article.

-Rueda RJ, López JS, Rodríguez AS, Andrade M, Hernández JD, Targarona EM. Face, Content, and Construct Validity Evaluation of Simulation Models in General Surgery Laparoscopic Training and Education: A Systematic Review. Surgical Innovation. 2023; 30(2). DOI:10.1177/15533506221123704. PMID:36062557. IF:1,200 (Q3/7D). Document type: Article.

-Ruiz MG, Espin E, Spinelli A, Fernandez CC, Rodriguez JB, Navascues J, Rautio T, Tiskus M, Mircast GRP. Early outcomes from the Minimally Invasive Right Colectomy Anastomosis study (MIRCAST). BRITISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY. 2023; 110(9). DOI:10.1093/bjs/znad077. PMID:37289913. IF:8,600 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.

-Sala L, Fernández S, Pérez N, Targarona ME. Hiatoplasty with running barbed suture: An alternative to conventional hiatal closure. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2023; 101(6). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2022.12.009. PMID:36948416. IF:1,300 (Q3/7D). Document type: Article.

-Serra X, Pericay C, Badia J, Golda T, Biondo S, Hernández P, Targarona E, Borda N, Reina A, Delgado S, Vallribera F, Caro A, Gallego J, Pascual M, Álvarez C, Guadalajara HG, Mora L. Short-term outcomes of chemoradiotherapy and local excision versus total mesorectal excision in T2-T3ab,N0,M0 rectal cancer: a multicentre randomised, controlled, phase III trial (the TAU-TEM study). ANNALS OF ONCOLOGY. 2023; 34(1). DOI:10.1016/j.annonc.2022.09.160. PMID:36220461. IF:56,700 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.

-Targarona EM. Peer review: Is it important? CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2023; 101(3). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.020. PMID:35914718. IF:1,300 (Q3/7D). Document type: Article.

-van der Heijde N, Vissers FL, Manzoni A, Zimmitti G, Balsells J, Berrevoet F, Bjornsson B, van den Boezem P, Boggi U, Bratlie SO, Burdio F, Coratti A, D’Hondt M, Del Pozo CD, Dokmak S, Fara R, Can MF, Festen S, Forgione A, Fristrup C, Gaujoux S, Koerkamp BG, Hackert T, Khatkov IE, Keck T, Seppanen H, Lips D, Luyer M, Pittau G, Maglione M, Molenaar IQ, Pessaux P, Roeyen G, St O, Cabus SS, van H, van der Schelling G, Serradilla M, Souche FR, Munoz M, Marino MV, Besselink MG, Abu M, European M. Use and outcome of minimally invasive pancreatic surgery in the European E-MIPS registry. HPB. 2023; 25(4). DOI:10.1016/j.hpb.2022.07.015. PMID:37028826. IF:2,700 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.

-Vazquez EB, Rodriguez JB, Santos VM, D’Ambrosio GM, Vitiello G, Soler EMT, Cabús SS, Duarte AM. Laparoscopic right colectomy with D3 lymphadenectomy and hepatic metastasectomy in the caudate lobe: A video vignette. Colorectal Disease. 2023; DOI:10.1111/codi.16686. PMID:37691158. IF:2,900 (Q1/2D). Document type: Letter.

-Vitiello G, Fernandez S, Pérez N, Targarona EM. Laparoscopic repair of a giant right diaphragmatic hernia. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2023; 101(12). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2023.03.014. IF:1,300 (Q3/7D). Document type: Editorial Material.

Publications 2022

(JIF 2022)

Asla Q, Sarda H, Lerma E, Hanzu FA, Rodrigo MT, Urgell E, Perez JI, Webb SM, Aulinas A. 11-Deoxycorticosterone Producing Adrenal Hyperplasia as a Very Unusual Cause of Endocrine Hypertension: Case Report and Systematic Review of the Literature. Frontiers in Endocrinology. 2022; 13:846865. DOI:10.3389/fendo.2022.846865. PMID:35432204. IF:5,2 (Q1/3D). Document type: Review.
Bademci R, Talabi M, Salas P, Blanco MR, Riart GC, Bollo J, Raventos VA. Impact of biliary drainage prior to pancreatectomy. ACTA CHIRURGICA BELGICA. 2022; 122(6). DOI:10.1080/00015458.2021.1920659. PMID:33929304. IF:0,8 (Q4/9D). Document type: Article.
Balagué C, Fernández-Ananín S, Targarona E. Capítulo 36: Patología del diafragma y hernias de hiato. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. Páginas: 357-364. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Blanco G, Fondevila C, Sanjuanbenito A, Fabregat J, Secanella L, Rotellar F, Pardo F, Prieto M, Marín H, Sánchez S, Diez L, Alonso Ó, González C, Rodríguez JC, García G, Jaén I, Suárez MÁ, Becerra A, Rio PS-D, Pando E, López R, Muñoz E, Rodriguez M, Pereira F, Serrablo A, Turrión VS, Garrido MJ, Burdío F, Martín E, Estevan R, López D, Castell J, Salinas J, López JÁ, López S, Solar L, Pérez AJ, Martínez LA, Blas JL, Cornejo M, Gutierrez A, Pozo CD-D, Ochando F, Muñoz L, Rebollar J, Sánchez B, Jover JM, Gómez MÁ, Ramia JM, Rojas A. Pancreatic metastases from renal cell carcinoma. Postoperative outcome after surgical treatment in a Spanish multicenter study (PANMEKID). EJSO. 2022; 48(1). DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2021.08.011. PMID:34417061. IF:3,8 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.
Bollo J, Fernández S, Targarona E. Randomized clinical trial. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(7). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.009. PMID:35562081. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Editorial material.
Bollo J, Fernández-Ananín S, Targarona EM. Capítulo 6: Ensayo Clínico Aleatorizado. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas 57-70. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Dal M, Román M, Grande L, Yarnoz C, Estremiana F, Gantxegi A, Codony C, Gobbini Y, Garsot E, Momblan D, González M, Luna A, Pérez N, Aldeano A, Fernández S, Olona C, Hermoso J, Pulido L, Sánchez JJ, Güell M, Salazar D, Gimeno M, Pera M. Textbook outcome and survival after gastric cancer resection with curative intent: A population-based analysis. EJSO. 2022; 48(4). DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2021.10.025. PMID:34753620. IF:3,8 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.
Estruch IT, Martinez CG, Casanovas PH, Lopez AS, Canadell JCP, Soler ET. Laparoscopic approach for treatment of a retrorectal tumour – A video vignette. Colorectal Disease. 2022; 24(1). DOI:10.1111/codi.15924. PMID:34564940. IF:3,4 (Q1/2D). Document type: Letter.
Fernandez S, Ballester E, Gonzalo B, Codina C, Minambres I, Perez A, Gich IJ, Gonzalez S, Serrano C, Balague C. Is Sleeve Gastrectomy as Effective in Older Patients as in Younger Patients? A Comparative Analysis of Weight Loss, Related Comorbidities, and Medication Requirements. OBESITY SURGERY. 2022; 32(6). DOI:10.1007/s11695-022-05940-1. PMID:35411452. IF:2,9 (Q2/3D). Document type: Article.
Fernández S, Bollo J, Targarona EM. Then, how do I document the idea? Bibliographic search engines. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(6). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.006. PMID:35533840. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Editorial material.
Fernández-Ananín S, Balagué C, Targarona E. Capítulo 84: Cirugía del Bazo. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. Páginas: 915-921. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Fernández-Ananín S, Balagué C. Tema 3: Tumores benignos del esófago. In: Diploma de Especialización en Bases de la Cirugía Esofágica de la AEC. Módulo 2. Patología Benigna del esófago. Madrid: Editorial Médica Panamericana, 2022. ISBN:9788491106432. Document type: Book chapter.
Fernández-Ananín S, Bollo J, Targarona EM. Capítulo 5: Y ahora, cómo documento la idea. Buscadores bibliográficos. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas 43-54. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Ferrari C, Rodriguez MB, Molina V, Martin B, Espinet M, Percivale A, Griseri G, Moral A, Sanchez S. Biliary Tree Cysts and Surgical Treatment: Outcomes in a Multicentric Study. Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. 2022; 32(3). DOI:10.1089/lap.2021.0068. PMID:33970020. IF:1,3 (Q4/8D). Document type: Article.
Glasbey JC, Abbott T, Ademuyiwa A, Adisa A, AlAmeer E, Alshryda S, Arnaud AP, Bankhead B, Abou MK, Chaudhry D, Costas A, Cunha MF, Davies JI, Desai A, Elhadi M, Fiore M, Fitzgerald JE, Fourtounas M, Fowler AJ, Futaba K, Gallo G, Ghosh D, Gujjuri RR, Hamilton R, Haque P, Harrison EM, Hutchinson P, Hyman G, Isik A, Jayarajah U, Kaafarani H, Kadir B, Lawani I, Lederhuber H, Li E, et al., COVID Surg Collaborative [Sánchez-Cabús S]. Elective surgery system strengthening: development, measurement, and validation of the surgical preparedness index across 1632 hospitals in 119 countries. 2022; 400(10363). DOI:10.1016/S0140-6736(22)01846-3. PMID:36328042. IF:168,9 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.
González López JA. Capítulo 113. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Koedam T, Bootsma BT, Deijen CL, van de Brug T, Kazemier G, Cuesta MA, Furst A, Lacy AM, Haglind E, Tuynman JB, Daams F, Bonjer HJ, et al., COLOR COLOR Il Study GRP [Targarona EM, Martínez MC]. Oncological Outcomes After Anastomotic Leakage After Surgery for Colon or Rectal Cancer Increased Risk of Local Recurrence. ANNALS OF SURGERY. 2022; 275(2). DOI:10.1097/SLA.0000000000003889. PMID:32224742. IF:9 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.
Loli YT, Huaman MDT, Medina SC, Landa J, Perez RG, Soler E. Physical Bases, Indications, and Results of the Use of Magnets in Digestive Surgery: A Narrative Review. Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. 2022; 32(5). DOI:10.1089/lap.2021.0314. PMID:34492199. IF:1,3 (Q4/8D). Document type: Review.
Lopez JG, Hernandez LS, Fernandez SL, Garrido MF. Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Using Unique Composite Anterolateral and Fascia Lata Perforator Free Flap After Failed Attempts. Indian Journal of Surgery. 2022; 84(5). DOI:10.1007/s12262-021-03196-0. IF:0,4 (Q4/10D). Document type: Article.
Lopez V, Kuemmerli C, Cutillas J, Maupoey J, López R, Ramos E, Mils K, Valdivieso A, Valero AP, Martinez PA, Paterna S, Serrablo A, Reese T, Oldhafer K, Brusadin R, Conesa AL, Valladares LD, Loinaz C, Garcés M, Sabater L, Mocchegiani F, Vivarelli M, Pérez SA, Flores B, Lucena JL, Sánchez S, Calero A, Minguillon A, Ramia JM, Alcazar C, Aguilo J, Ruiperez JA, Grochola LF, Clavien P-A, Petrowsky H, Robles R. Vascular injury during cholecystectomy: A multicenter critical analysis behind the drama. SURGERY. 2022; 172(4). DOI:10.1016/j.surg.2022.06.020. PMID:35965144. IF:3,8 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.
Lopez V, Maupoey J, Lopez R, Ramos E, Mils K, Martinez PA, Valdivieso A, Garces M, Sabater L, Valladares LD, Perez SA, Flores B, Brusadin R, Conesa AL, Cayuela V, Cortijo SM, Paterna S, Serrablo A, Sanchez S, Gil AG, Masia J, Loinaz C, Lucena JL, Pastor P, Garcia C, Calero A, Valiente J, Minguillon A, Rotellar F, Ramia JM, Alcazar C, Aguilo J, Cutillas J, Kuemmerli C, Ruiperez JA, Robles R. Machine Learning-Based Analysis in the Management of Iatrogenic Bile Duct Injury During Cholecystectomy: a Nationwide Multicenter Study. JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY. 2022; 26(8)DOI:10.1007/s11605-022-05398-7. PMID:35790677. IF:3,2 (Q1/3D). Document type: Article.
Manchon P, de Lacy FB, Pera M, Espin E, Targarona EM, Biondo S, Sanchez LA, Pallares N, Tebe C, Pata F, Lacy AM, Guarga A, Borras JM. Transanal Total Mesorectal Excision Versus Anterior Total Mesorectal Excision for Rectal Cancer: A Propensity Score Matched, Population-Based Study in Catalonia, Spain. DISEASES OF THE COLON & RECTUM. 2022; 65(2). DOI:10.1097/DCR.0000000000002147. PMID:34636779. IF:3,9 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.
Manchon P, de Lacy FB, Pera M, Espin E, Targarona EM, Biondo S, Sanchez LA, Pallarès N, Tebé C, Pata F, Lacy AM, Guarga A, Borràs JM. DISEASES OF THE COLON & RECTUM. 2022; 65(12). DOI:10.1097/DCR.0000000000002603. PMID:36102843. IF:3,9 (Q1/2D). Document type: Letter.
Miguelena Bobadilla JM, Serra X, Ma Targarona Soler E, Luis Ramos Rodríguez J, Ma Jover Navalón J, Millán M, Morales D. Reaccreditation or recertification of general surgeons in Spain: That’s the question. Results of a national survey. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(3). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2020.12.004; DOI(English Edition):10.1016/j.cireng.2022.02.005. PMID:33487436. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Article.
Milian M, Targarona E, Garcia E, Serra X. Accreditation of specialized surgical units in general and digestive surgery: A step forward by the AEC for quality improvement and subspecialized Fellowship training. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(1). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.03.001; DOI(English Edition):10.1016/j.cireng.2021.03.024. PMID:33849707. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Article.
Minambres I, Sarda H, Urgell E, Genua I, Ramos A, Fernandez S, Balague C, Sanchez JL, Bassas L, Perez A. Obesity Surgery Improves Hypogonadism and Sexual Function in Men without Effects in Sperm Quality. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2022; 11(17):5126. DOI:10.3390/jcm11175126. PMID:36079056. IF:3,9 (Q2/4D). Document type: Article.
Molina V, Rodriguez M, Sanchez S. Laparoscopic Resection in Segment VIII: Diamond Technique. JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY. 2022; 26(3). DOI:10.1007/s11605-021-05210-y. PMID:34997463. IF:3,2 (Q1/3D). Document type: Article.
Nepogodiev D, Simões JFF, Li E, Sánchez A, Sánchez S, COVIDSurg C. SARS-CoV-2 infection and venous thromboembolism after surgery: an international prospective cohort study. ANAESTHESIA. 2022; 77(1). DOI:10.1111/anae.15563. PMID:34428858. IF:10,7 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.
Paredes AM, Alvarez JM, Perez N, Puy C, Penacoba P, Segura M, Anton A. Controlled cycles in spontaneous-timed noninvasive ventilation: Incidence and associated factors. RESPIRATORY MEDICINE. 2022; 204:107005. DOI:10.1016/j.rmed.2022.107005. PMID:36270154. IF:4,3 (Q2/4D). Document type: Article.
Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book.
Pera M, Gibert J, Gimeno M, Garsot E, Eizaguirre E, Miro M, Castro S, Miranda C, Reka L, Leturio S, Gonzalez M, Codony C, Gobbini Y, Luna A, Fernandez S, Sarriugarte A, Olona C, Rodriguez J, Osorio J, Grande L, Spanish EURECCA Esophagogastric CA. Machine Learning Risk Prediction Model of 90-day Mortality After Gastrectomy for Cancer. ANNALS OF SURGERY. 2022; 276(5). DOI:10.1097/SLA.0000000000005616. PMID:35866643. IF:9 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.
Podda M, Pacella D, Pellino G, Coccolini F, Giordano A, Di S, Pata F, Ielpo B, Virdis F, De Simone B, Agresta F, Sartelli M, Leppaniemi A, Riboni C, Agnoletti V, Mole D, Kluger Y, Catena F, Pisanu A, Gerardi C, Damaskos D, Gourgiotis S, Poillucci G, Jayant K, Ferrario L, Calvo MP, Wilson M, Soggiu F, Hamdan A, Gomes CA, Fraga G, Ioannidis A, Demetrashvili Z, et al., MANCTRA-1 Coordinating Group [Sánchez-Cabús S]. coMpliAnce with evideNce-based cliniCal guidelines in the managemenT of acute biliaRy pancreAtitis): The MANCTRA-1 international audit. 2022; 22(7). DOI:10.1016/j.pan.2022.07.007. PMID:35963665. IF:3,6 (Q2/5D). Document type: Article.
Revilla G,Moral A,Fuste V,Lerma E,Julve J,Escolà JC,Mato E,Pérez JI,Corcoy R,Paez EV. The role of ATP-binding cassette transporter genes in the metastatic process of epithelial thyroid carcinoma with aggressive behavior. In:Unraveling The Complexities Of Metastasis: Transition From A Segmented View To A Conceptual Continuum. Elsevier. 2022. p. 265-275. Document type: Book chapter.
Romero C, Gonzalez C, Hernandez P, Garcia E. Usefulness of capsule endoscopy in idiopathic complex perianal disease. Gastroenterologia y Hepatologia. 2022; 45(10). DOI:10.1016/j.gastrohep.2022.03.010. PMID:35489586. IF:1,9 (Q4/9D). Document type: Letter.
Rueda RJ, Camacho FD, Rodríguez C, McCormick JSL, Cañón D, Restrepo JDH, Soler EMT. Viability and characterization trial of a novel method as an alternative to formaldehyde and Walter-Thiel cadaveric preservation for medical education and surgical simulation. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(9). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.07.001. PMID:34373009. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Article.
Serra X, López M, Targarona E. Quantitative and qualitative research in surgery. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(5). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.012; DOI(English Edition):10.1016/j.cireng.2022.04.007. PMID:35477058. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Letter.
Serra X, López M, Targarona E. Why is research important in surgery?. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(5). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.003; DOI(English Edition):1016/j.cireng.2021.11.014. PMID:35491012. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Editorial material.
Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book.
Serra-Aracil X, López-Cano M, Targarona EM. ¿Porqué es importante la investigación en cirugía?. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas: 3-6. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Serra-Aracil X, López-Cano M, Targarona EM. Capítulo 10: Investigación cuantitativa y cualitativa en cirugía. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas: 7-16. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Targarona EM, Bollo J, Balagué C. CIRUGIA BASADA EN LA EVIDENCIA. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. Páginas: 1307-1314. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Targarona EM, Bollo J, Fernández S. What does evidence based surgery means. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(6). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.12.010. PMID:35533839. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Editorial material.
Targarona EM, Jover JJ, Serra Aracil X. FORMACION EN CIRUGIA. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. Páginas: 1331-1338. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Targarona EM. ¿La revisión por pares: ¿es importante?. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas: 265-274. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Targarona EM., Bollo J, Fernández-Ananín S. Capítulo 4: Qué significa la cirugía basada en la evidencia. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas 29-42. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Vitiello G, Soto B, Martínez MC, Targarona E. Resection of the aortic bifurcation in the treatment of locally recurrent colorectal cancer. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(3). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2020.12.009; DOI(English Edition):10.1016/j.cireng.2022.02.006. PMID:33468362. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Letter.

Publications 2021

Arezzo A, Francis N, Mintz Y, Adamina M, Antoniou SA, Bouvy N, Copaescu C, de Manzini N, Di Lorenzo N, Morales-Conde S, Müller-Stich BP, Nickel F, Popa D, Tait D, Thomas C, Nimmo S, Paraskevis D, Pietrabissa A; EAES Group of Experts for Recovery Amid COVID-19 Pandemic [Balague MC]. EAES Recommendations for Recovery Plan in Minimally Invasive Surgery Amid COVID-19 Pandemic. SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES. 2021;35(1):1-17. DOI:10.1007/s00464-020-08131-0. PMID: 33170335. IF:3,453.
Asbun HJ, Abu M, Kunzler F, Asbun D, Bonjer J, Conlon K, Demartines N, Feldman LS, Morales S, Pietrabissa A, Pryor AD, Schlachta CM, Sylla P, Targarona EM, Agra Y, Besselink MG, Callery M, Cleary SP, De la Cruz L, Eckert P, Evans C, Han HS, Jones DB, Gan TJ, Koch D, Lillemoe KD, Lomanto D, Marks J, Matthews B, Mellinger J, Melvin WS, Moreno E, et al. International Delphi Expert Consensus on Safe Return to Surgical and Endoscopic Practice From the Coronavirus Global Surgical Collaborative. ANNALS OF SURGERY. 2021; 274(1). DOI:10.1097/SLA.0000000000004674. PMID:33630471. IF:13,787.
Ausania F, Sanchez S, Del Rio PS, Borin A, Ayuso JR, Bodenlle P, Espinoza S, Cuatrecasas M, Conill C, Sauri T, Ferrer J, Fuster J, Garcia JC, Melendez R, Fondevila C. Clinical impact of preoperative tumour contact with superior mesenteric-portal vein in patients with resectable pancreatic head cancer. LANGENBECKS ARCHIVES OF SURGERY. 2021; 406(5). DOI:10.1007/s00423-020-02065-w. PMID:33475833. IF:2,895.
Balague C, de Adana JCR, Ibarzabal A, Del Castillo D, Puche JJ, Vilallonga R. Insights into the treatment of postsleeve gastrectomy leak: analysis of the results of 105 cases on a national register. Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases. 2021; 17(1). DOI:10.1016/j.soard.2020.09.001. PMID:33097450. IF:3,709.
Balduzzi A, van J, Korrel M, Lof S, Al B, Alseidi A, Berrevoet F, Bjornsson B, van den Boezem P, Boggi U, Busch OR, Butturini G, Casadei R, van R, Dokmak S, Edwin B, Sahakyan MA, Ercolani G, Fabre JM, Falconi M, Forgione A, Gayet B, Gomez D, Koerkamp BG, Hackert T, Keck T, Khatkov I, Krautz C, Marudanayagam R, Menon K, Pietrabissa A, et al. [Sanchez S]. Laparoscopic versus open extended radical left pancreatectomy for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma: an international propensity-score matched study. SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES. 2021; 35(12). DOI:10.1007/s00464-020-08206-y. PMID:33398565. IF:3,453.
Cero MD, Rodríguez-Santiago J, Miró M, Castro S, Miranda C, Santamaría M, Gobbini Y, Garsot E, Pujadas M, Luna A, Momblán D, Balagué C, Aldeano A, Olona C, Molinas J, Pulido L, Sánchez-Cano JJ, Güell M, Salazar D, Gimeno M, Grande L, Pera M; Spanish EURECCA Esophagogastric Cancer Group. Evaluation of data quality in the Spanish EURECCA Esophagogastric Cancer Registry. EJSO. 2021;47(12):3081-3087. DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2021.04.025. PMID: 33933340. IF:4,037.
COVIDSurg Collaborative [Lopez AS, Ponz CB, Soler E, Cabus SS, Santos VM, Lopez J]. Machine learning risk prediction of mortality for patients undergoing surgery with perioperative SARS-CoV-2: the COVIDSurg mortality score. BRITISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY. 2021; 108(11). DOI:10.1093/bjs/znab183. PMID:34227657. IF:11,122.
Eden C, Buonomo OC, Busch J, Gilabert J, Medrano R, Nosotti M, Renaud S, Walker I, Williams N, Carlini M. An international multidisciplinary peer-driven consensus on the optimal use of hemostatic powders in surgical practice. Updates in Surgery. 2021; 73(4). DOI:10.1007/s13304-021-01136-x. PMID:34322783. IF:2,692.
Escuin D, Lopez L, Mora J, Bell O, Moral A, Perez I, Arqueros C, Garcia B, Cajal TRY, Lerma E, Barnadas A. Circulating microRNAs in Early Breast Cancer Patients and Its Association With Lymph Node Metastases. Frontiers in Oncology. 2021; 11:627811. DOI:10.3389/fonc.2021.627811. PMID:34513655. IF:5,738.
Fajardo J, Nunez E, Szafranska J, Poca M, Lobo D, Martin B, Hernandez D, Roig C, Huerta A, Corominas H, Sanchez S, Soriano G. We report a patient who presented intrahepatic cholangitis and cholecystitis after SARS-CoV-2 infection. JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY. 2021; 36(8). DOI:10.1111/jgh.15537. PMID:34105805. IF:4,369.
Ferrari C, Sanchez CM, Bollo J, Hernandez P, Cambeiro L, Codina C, Targarona E. Prone Versus Supine Position in Abdominoperineal Resection: Outcomes in the Laparoscopic Era. Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. 2021; 31(4). DOI:10.1089/lap.2020.0969. PMID:33646052. IF:1,766.
García Botella A, Gómez Bravo MA, Di Martino M, Gastaca M, Martín-Pérez E, Sánchez Cabús S, Sánchez Pérez B, López Ben S, Rodríguez Sanjuán JC, López-Andújar R, Barrera M; Grupo colaborativo Cirugía-AEC-COVID-19; Grupo colaborativo Cirugía-AEC-COVID-19, Balibrea JM, Rubio-Pérez I, Badia JM, Martin-Antona E, Álvarez Peña E, Garcia-Botella A, Martín-Pérez E, Álvarez Gallego M, Martínez Cortijo S, Pascual Migueláñez I, Pérez Díaz L, Ramos Rodríquez JL, Espín-Basany E, Sánchez Santos R, Guirao Garriga X, Aranda Narváez JM, Morales-Conde S. Recommendations on intervention for hepatobiliary oncological surgery during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cirugia Española. 2021;99(3):174-182. English, Spanish. DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2020.10.010. PMID: 33341242. IF:2,242.
Genua I, Puig N, Minambres I, Benitez S, Gil P, Grau M, Rivas A, Balague C, Fernandez S, Garcia A, Perez A, Sanchez JL. Changes in the Composition and Function of Lipoproteins after Bariatric Surgery in Patients with Severe Obesity. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2021; 10(8):1716. DOI:10.3390/jcm10081716. PMID:33923393. IF:4,964.
Genua I, Tuneu L, Ramos A, Stantonyonge N, Caimari F, Balagué C, Fernández-Ananin S, Sánchez-Quesada JL, Pérez A, Miñambres I. Effectiveness of Bariatric Surgery in Patients with the Metabolically Healthy Obese Phenotype. Obesity Surgery. 2021;31(2):517-522. DOI:10.1007/s11695-020-04967-6. PMID: 32915359. IF:3,479.
Germani P, Di F, Leonard D, Cuicchi D, Elmore U, Allaix ME, Barbieri VP, D’Allens L, Faes S, Milani M, Caputo D, Martinez C, Grosek J, Caracino V, Christou N, Roodbeen SX, Bracale U, Wildeboer A, Usai A, Benedetti M, Balani A, Piccinni G, Catarci M, Millo P, Bouvy N, Corcione F, Hompes R, Ris F, Basti M, Tomazic A, Targarona E, Coppola A, Pietrabissa A, et al. Contemporary snapshot of tumor regression grade (TRG) distribution in locally advanced rectal cancer: a cross sectional multicentric experience. Updates in Surgery. 2021; 73(5). DOI:10.1007/s13304-021-01044-0. PMID:33818750. IF:2,692.
Glasbey JC, Ademuyiwa A, Adisa A, AlAmeer E, Bravo AM, Costas A, Harrison E, Gomes G, Mann H, McLean K, Modolo M, Morton D, Ramos A, Roslani AC, Seenivasagam RK, Simoes JFF, Smart N, Sullivan R, Taylor EH, Nepogodiev D, Bhangu AA, Siaw K, Bywater E, Chaudhry D, Dawson BE, Gujjuri RR, Heritage E, Jones CS, Khatri C, Khaw RA, Keatley JM, et al. [Balagué C, Moral A, Sánchez A, Targarona E] Effect of COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns on planned cancer surgery for 15 tumour types in 61 countries: an international, prospective, cohort study. LANCET ONCOLOGY. 2021; 22(11). DOI:10.1016/S1470-2045(21)00493-9. PMID:34624250. IF:54,433.
Lugaresi M, Nafteux P, Nilsson M, Reynolds JV, Rosati R, Schoppmann SF, Targarona EM, Mattioli S. Exploring the concept of centralization of surgery for benign esophageal diseases: a Delphi based consensus from the European Society for Diseases of the Esophagus. DISEASES OF THE ESOPHAGUS. 2021; 34(9):doab013. DOI:10.1093/dote/doab013. PMID:33621318. IF:2,822.
Nepogodiev D, Martin AB, Zwittag P. SARS-CoV-2 vaccination modelling for safe surgery to save lives: data from an international prospective cohort study. BRITISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY. 2021; 108(9). DOI:10.1093/bjs/znab101. PMID:33761533. IF:11,122.
Nepogodiev D, Simoes JFF, Li E, AlAmeer E, El K, Wuraola F, Lule H, Kaafarani H, Khosravi M, Kronberger I, Leventoglu S, Mengistu GM, Modolo MM, Ntirenganya F, Pius R, Qureshi AU, Bhangu A, Omar OM, Ahmed W, Argus L, Ball A, Bywater EP, Blanco R, Chaudhry D, Dawson BE, Duran I, Glasbey JC, Gujjuri RR, Jones CS, Harrison EM, et al. [Sánchez A, Sánchez S]. Timing of surgery following SARS-CoV-2 infection: an international prospective cohort study. ANAESTHESIA. 2021; 76(6). DOI:10.1111/anae.15458. PMID:33690889. IF:12,893.
Pasquier J, Villalta O, Lamoru SS, Balague C, Vilallonga R, Targarona EM. Are Smoke and Aerosols Generated During Laparoscopic Surgery a Biohazard? A Systematic Evidence-Based Review. Surgical Innovation. 2021; 28(4):1553350621992309. DOI:10.1177/1553350621992309. PMID:33573518. IF:1,785.
Pellino G, Alos R, Biondo S, Codina A, Enriquez JM, Espin E, Roig JV, Cervantes A, Garcia E, Bollo J, Pascual VV. Trends and outcome of neoadjuvant treatment for rectal cancer: A retrospective analysis and critical assessment of a 10-year prospective national registry on behalf of the Spanish Rectal Cancer Project. EJSO. 2021; 47(2). DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2020.04.056. PMID:32950316. IF:4,037.
Planas G, Trujillo JC, Guarino M, Martinez E, Cladellas E, Perez JI, Moral A, Belda J. What to do when the parathyroid gland is not found during a transcervical exploration?. Interactive Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. 2021; 33(1). DOI:10.1093/icvts/ivab043. PMID:33893507. IF:1,978.
Revilla G, Cedo L, Tondo M, Moral A, Perez JI, Corcoy R, Lerma E, Fuste V, Reddy TS, Blanco F, Mato E, Escola JC. LDL, HDL and endocrine-related cancer: From pathogenic mechanisms to therapies. SEMINARS IN CANCER BIOLOGY. 2021; 73. DOI:10.1016/j.semcancer.2020.11.012. PMID:33249202. IF:17,012.
Rodríguez-Luna MR, Balagué C, Fernández-Ananín S, Vilallonga R, Targarona Soler EM. Outcomes of Laparoscopic Splenectomy for Treatment of Splenomegaly: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. WORLD JOURNAL OF SURGERY. 2021;45(2):465-479. DOI:10.1007/s00268-020-05839-x. PMID: 33179126. IF:3,282.
Rodriguez J, Luna A, Garsot E, Aldeano A, Balague C, Rada A. Extended intraoperative peritoneal lavage as prophylactic peritoneal recurrence for locally advanced gastric cancer: a prospective randomized trial. Clinical & Translational Oncology. 2021; 23(9). DOI:10.1007/s12094-021-02596-8. PMID:33792839. IF:3,340.
Simoes J, Sánchez A, Sánchez S, Mutambanengwe PG.T. Effects of pre-operative isolation on postoperative pulmonary complications after elective surgery: an international prospective cohort study. ANAESTHESIA. 2021; 76(11). DOI:10.1111/anae.15560. PMID:34371522. IF:12,893.
Tattersall HL, Hodson J, Cardona K, Lee RM, Nessim C, Gladdy R, Van Der Hage J, Schrage Y, Tseng WW, van Houdt W, Novak M, Grignani G, Tolomeo F, Goel N, Ryon E, Gyorki D, Bagaria SP, Gonzalez JA, Martin AB, Sayyed R, Tirotta F, Evenden C, Desai A, Almond M, Glasbey J, Fiore M, Gronchi A, Ford SJ. Primary mesenteric sarcomas: Collaborative experience from the Trans-Atlantic Australasian Retroperitoneal Sarcoma Working Group (TARPSWG). JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY. 2021;123(4):1057-1066. DOI:10.1002/jso.26353. Erratum in: JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY. 2021;124(3):457. PMID: 33368277. IF:2,885.

Introduction

Main lines of research

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Application of laparoscopic surgery in diseases of the spleen.
Application of laparoscopic surgery in disorders of the oesophagogastric junction.
Advanced application of colorectal laparoscopy.
New stratification and treatment options in colorectal cancer.

Oncological and Hepatobiliopancreatic Surgery

Surgery for liver metastasis in colorectal cancer.
Development of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in the global context of treatment
for liver metastasis in colorectal carcinoma.
Surgery for primary hepatic tumours: determination of efficient prognostic parameters for surgical resection of hepatocarcinoma and likelihood of tumour recurrence after resection.
ntroduction of the laparoscopic methodology to biliary lithiasis.
Surgery for sarcomas: participation in GIST research through the Spanish Sarcoma Research
Group (GEIS) and other entities.
Surgery for sarcomas: participation in the development and results of surgery for retroperitoneal
tumours.

Emergency Care

Collaborative project on clinical safety for the introduction of safe practices for polytraumatized patients.

Challenges

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Design, develop and manage a dry laboratory for endoscopic surgery, creating a multifunctional research and teaching space to conduct applied technological research in minimally invasive surgery.

Hepatobiliopancreatic Surgery

Development of techniques to study liver volume and function.
Development of experimental studies on the function and healing of bilio-intestinal sutures.
Studies of the value of nutrition in patients undergoing aggressive surgery for highly debilitating cancer.
Suitable stratification of GIST tumours in accordance with an anatomopathological classification.
Viability of surgical interventions considering the likelihood of disease recurrence.

Emergency Surgery

Consolidation of a multidisciplinary group for polytraumatized patient care.

Breast Surgery

Technological innovations in surgery.
Possible role of genetic studies in diagnosis and follow-up.

Endocrinal and Cervical Surgery

Technical innovations in surgery.

Team

Group coordination

MORAL DUARTE, ANTONIO FGS
amoral@santpau.cat

Members

Scientific output

Publications 2023

(JIF 2023)

-Targarona EM. Peer review: Is it important? CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2023; 101(3). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.020. PMID:35914718. IF:1,300 (Q3/7D). Document type: Article.

Publications 2022

(JIF 2022)

Asla Q, Sarda H, Lerma E, Hanzu FA, Rodrigo MT, Urgell E, Perez JI, Webb SM, Aulinas A. 11-Deoxycorticosterone Producing Adrenal Hyperplasia as a Very Unusual Cause of Endocrine Hypertension: Case Report and Systematic Review of the Literature. Frontiers in Endocrinology. 2022; 13:846865. DOI:10.3389/fendo.2022.846865. PMID:35432204. IF:5,2 (Q1/3D). Document type: Review.
Bademci R, Talabi M, Salas P, Blanco MR, Riart GC, Bollo J, Raventos VA. Impact of biliary drainage prior to pancreatectomy. ACTA CHIRURGICA BELGICA. 2022; 122(6). DOI:10.1080/00015458.2021.1920659. PMID:33929304. IF:0,8 (Q4/9D). Document type: Article.
Balagué C, Fernández-Ananín S, Targarona E. Capítulo 36: Patología del diafragma y hernias de hiato. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. Páginas: 357-364. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Blanco G, Fondevila C, Sanjuanbenito A, Fabregat J, Secanella L, Rotellar F, Pardo F, Prieto M, Marín H, Sánchez S, Diez L, Alonso Ó, González C, Rodríguez JC, García G, Jaén I, Suárez MÁ, Becerra A, Rio PS-D, Pando E, López R, Muñoz E, Rodriguez M, Pereira F, Serrablo A, Turrión VS, Garrido MJ, Burdío F, Martín E, Estevan R, López D, Castell J, Salinas J, López JÁ, López S, Solar L, Pérez AJ, Martínez LA, Blas JL, Cornejo M, Gutierrez A, Pozo CD-D, Ochando F, Muñoz L, Rebollar J, Sánchez B, Jover JM, Gómez MÁ, Ramia JM, Rojas A. Pancreatic metastases from renal cell carcinoma. Postoperative outcome after surgical treatment in a Spanish multicenter study (PANMEKID). EJSO. 2022; 48(1). DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2021.08.011. PMID:34417061. IF:3,8 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.
Bollo J, Fernández S, Targarona E. Randomized clinical trial. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(7). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.009. PMID:35562081. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Editorial material.
Bollo J, Fernández-Ananín S, Targarona EM. Capítulo 6: Ensayo Clínico Aleatorizado. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas 57-70. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Dal M, Román M, Grande L, Yarnoz C, Estremiana F, Gantxegi A, Codony C, Gobbini Y, Garsot E, Momblan D, González M, Luna A, Pérez N, Aldeano A, Fernández S, Olona C, Hermoso J, Pulido L, Sánchez JJ, Güell M, Salazar D, Gimeno M, Pera M. Textbook outcome and survival after gastric cancer resection with curative intent: A population-based analysis. EJSO. 2022; 48(4). DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2021.10.025. PMID:34753620. IF:3,8 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.
Estruch IT, Martinez CG, Casanovas PH, Lopez AS, Canadell JCP, Soler ET. Laparoscopic approach for treatment of a retrorectal tumour – A video vignette. Colorectal Disease. 2022; 24(1). DOI:10.1111/codi.15924. PMID:34564940. IF:3,4 (Q1/2D). Document type: Letter.
Fernandez S, Ballester E, Gonzalo B, Codina C, Minambres I, Perez A, Gich IJ, Gonzalez S, Serrano C, Balague C. Is Sleeve Gastrectomy as Effective in Older Patients as in Younger Patients? A Comparative Analysis of Weight Loss, Related Comorbidities, and Medication Requirements. OBESITY SURGERY. 2022; 32(6). DOI:10.1007/s11695-022-05940-1. PMID:35411452. IF:2,9 (Q2/3D). Document type: Article.
Fernández S, Bollo J, Targarona EM. Then, how do I document the idea? Bibliographic search engines. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(6). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.006. PMID:35533840. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Editorial material.
Fernández-Ananín S, Balagué C, Targarona E. Capítulo 84: Cirugía del Bazo. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. Páginas: 915-921. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Fernández-Ananín S, Balagué C. Tema 3: Tumores benignos del esófago. In: Diploma de Especialización en Bases de la Cirugía Esofágica de la AEC. Módulo 2. Patología Benigna del esófago. Madrid: Editorial Médica Panamericana, 2022. ISBN:9788491106432. Document type: Book chapter.
Fernández-Ananín S, Bollo J, Targarona EM. Capítulo 5: Y ahora, cómo documento la idea. Buscadores bibliográficos. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas 43-54. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Ferrari C, Rodriguez MB, Molina V, Martin B, Espinet M, Percivale A, Griseri G, Moral A, Sanchez S. Biliary Tree Cysts and Surgical Treatment: Outcomes in a Multicentric Study. Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. 2022; 32(3). DOI:10.1089/lap.2021.0068. PMID:33970020. IF:1,3 (Q4/8D). Document type: Article.
Glasbey JC, Abbott T, Ademuyiwa A, Adisa A, AlAmeer E, Alshryda S, Arnaud AP, Bankhead B, Abou MK, Chaudhry D, Costas A, Cunha MF, Davies JI, Desai A, Elhadi M, Fiore M, Fitzgerald JE, Fourtounas M, Fowler AJ, Futaba K, Gallo G, Ghosh D, Gujjuri RR, Hamilton R, Haque P, Harrison EM, Hutchinson P, Hyman G, Isik A, Jayarajah U, Kaafarani H, Kadir B, Lawani I, Lederhuber H, Li E, et al., COVID Surg Collaborative [Sánchez-Cabús S]. Elective surgery system strengthening: development, measurement, and validation of the surgical preparedness index across 1632 hospitals in 119 countries. 2022; 400(10363). DOI:10.1016/S0140-6736(22)01846-3. PMID:36328042. IF:168,9 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.
González López JA. Capítulo 113. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Koedam T, Bootsma BT, Deijen CL, van de Brug T, Kazemier G, Cuesta MA, Furst A, Lacy AM, Haglind E, Tuynman JB, Daams F, Bonjer HJ, et al., COLOR COLOR Il Study GRP [Targarona EM, Martínez MC]. Oncological Outcomes After Anastomotic Leakage After Surgery for Colon or Rectal Cancer Increased Risk of Local Recurrence. ANNALS OF SURGERY. 2022; 275(2). DOI:10.1097/SLA.0000000000003889. PMID:32224742. IF:9 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.
Loli YT, Huaman MDT, Medina SC, Landa J, Perez RG, Soler E. Physical Bases, Indications, and Results of the Use of Magnets in Digestive Surgery: A Narrative Review. Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. 2022; 32(5). DOI:10.1089/lap.2021.0314. PMID:34492199. IF:1,3 (Q4/8D). Document type: Review.
Lopez JG, Hernandez LS, Fernandez SL, Garrido MF. Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Using Unique Composite Anterolateral and Fascia Lata Perforator Free Flap After Failed Attempts. Indian Journal of Surgery. 2022; 84(5). DOI:10.1007/s12262-021-03196-0. IF:0,4 (Q4/10D). Document type: Article.
Lopez V, Kuemmerli C, Cutillas J, Maupoey J, López R, Ramos E, Mils K, Valdivieso A, Valero AP, Martinez PA, Paterna S, Serrablo A, Reese T, Oldhafer K, Brusadin R, Conesa AL, Valladares LD, Loinaz C, Garcés M, Sabater L, Mocchegiani F, Vivarelli M, Pérez SA, Flores B, Lucena JL, Sánchez S, Calero A, Minguillon A, Ramia JM, Alcazar C, Aguilo J, Ruiperez JA, Grochola LF, Clavien P-A, Petrowsky H, Robles R. Vascular injury during cholecystectomy: A multicenter critical analysis behind the drama. SURGERY. 2022; 172(4). DOI:10.1016/j.surg.2022.06.020. PMID:35965144. IF:3,8 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.
Lopez V, Maupoey J, Lopez R, Ramos E, Mils K, Martinez PA, Valdivieso A, Garces M, Sabater L, Valladares LD, Perez SA, Flores B, Brusadin R, Conesa AL, Cayuela V, Cortijo SM, Paterna S, Serrablo A, Sanchez S, Gil AG, Masia J, Loinaz C, Lucena JL, Pastor P, Garcia C, Calero A, Valiente J, Minguillon A, Rotellar F, Ramia JM, Alcazar C, Aguilo J, Cutillas J, Kuemmerli C, Ruiperez JA, Robles R. Machine Learning-Based Analysis in the Management of Iatrogenic Bile Duct Injury During Cholecystectomy: a Nationwide Multicenter Study. JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY. 2022; 26(8)DOI:10.1007/s11605-022-05398-7. PMID:35790677. IF:3,2 (Q1/3D). Document type: Article.
Manchon P, de Lacy FB, Pera M, Espin E, Targarona EM, Biondo S, Sanchez LA, Pallares N, Tebe C, Pata F, Lacy AM, Guarga A, Borras JM. Transanal Total Mesorectal Excision Versus Anterior Total Mesorectal Excision for Rectal Cancer: A Propensity Score Matched, Population-Based Study in Catalonia, Spain. DISEASES OF THE COLON & RECTUM. 2022; 65(2). DOI:10.1097/DCR.0000000000002147. PMID:34636779. IF:3,9 (Q1/2D). Document type: Article.
Manchon P, de Lacy FB, Pera M, Espin E, Targarona EM, Biondo S, Sanchez LA, Pallarès N, Tebé C, Pata F, Lacy AM, Guarga A, Borràs JM. DISEASES OF THE COLON & RECTUM. 2022; 65(12). DOI:10.1097/DCR.0000000000002603. PMID:36102843. IF:3,9 (Q1/2D). Document type: Letter.
Miguelena Bobadilla JM, Serra X, Ma Targarona Soler E, Luis Ramos Rodríguez J, Ma Jover Navalón J, Millán M, Morales D. Reaccreditation or recertification of general surgeons in Spain: That’s the question. Results of a national survey. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(3). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2020.12.004; DOI(English Edition):10.1016/j.cireng.2022.02.005. PMID:33487436. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Article.
Milian M, Targarona E, Garcia E, Serra X. Accreditation of specialized surgical units in general and digestive surgery: A step forward by the AEC for quality improvement and subspecialized Fellowship training. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(1). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.03.001; DOI(English Edition):10.1016/j.cireng.2021.03.024. PMID:33849707. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Article.
Minambres I, Sarda H, Urgell E, Genua I, Ramos A, Fernandez S, Balague C, Sanchez JL, Bassas L, Perez A. Obesity Surgery Improves Hypogonadism and Sexual Function in Men without Effects in Sperm Quality. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2022; 11(17):5126. DOI:10.3390/jcm11175126. PMID:36079056. IF:3,9 (Q2/4D). Document type: Article.
Molina V, Rodriguez M, Sanchez S. Laparoscopic Resection in Segment VIII: Diamond Technique. JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY. 2022; 26(3). DOI:10.1007/s11605-021-05210-y. PMID:34997463. IF:3,2 (Q1/3D). Document type: Article.
Nepogodiev D, Simões JFF, Li E, Sánchez A, Sánchez S, COVIDSurg C. SARS-CoV-2 infection and venous thromboembolism after surgery: an international prospective cohort study. ANAESTHESIA. 2022; 77(1). DOI:10.1111/anae.15563. PMID:34428858. IF:10,7 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.
Paredes AM, Alvarez JM, Perez N, Puy C, Penacoba P, Segura M, Anton A. Controlled cycles in spontaneous-timed noninvasive ventilation: Incidence and associated factors. RESPIRATORY MEDICINE. 2022; 204:107005. DOI:10.1016/j.rmed.2022.107005. PMID:36270154. IF:4,3 (Q2/4D). Document type: Article.
Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book.
Pera M, Gibert J, Gimeno M, Garsot E, Eizaguirre E, Miro M, Castro S, Miranda C, Reka L, Leturio S, Gonzalez M, Codony C, Gobbini Y, Luna A, Fernandez S, Sarriugarte A, Olona C, Rodriguez J, Osorio J, Grande L, Spanish EURECCA Esophagogastric CA. Machine Learning Risk Prediction Model of 90-day Mortality After Gastrectomy for Cancer. ANNALS OF SURGERY. 2022; 276(5). DOI:10.1097/SLA.0000000000005616. PMID:35866643. IF:9 (Q1/1D). Document type: Article.
Podda M, Pacella D, Pellino G, Coccolini F, Giordano A, Di S, Pata F, Ielpo B, Virdis F, De Simone B, Agresta F, Sartelli M, Leppaniemi A, Riboni C, Agnoletti V, Mole D, Kluger Y, Catena F, Pisanu A, Gerardi C, Damaskos D, Gourgiotis S, Poillucci G, Jayant K, Ferrario L, Calvo MP, Wilson M, Soggiu F, Hamdan A, Gomes CA, Fraga G, Ioannidis A, Demetrashvili Z, et al., MANCTRA-1 Coordinating Group [Sánchez-Cabús S]. coMpliAnce with evideNce-based cliniCal guidelines in the managemenT of acute biliaRy pancreAtitis): The MANCTRA-1 international audit. 2022; 22(7). DOI:10.1016/j.pan.2022.07.007. PMID:35963665. IF:3,6 (Q2/5D). Document type: Article.
Revilla G,Moral A,Fuste V,Lerma E,Julve J,Escolà JC,Mato E,Pérez JI,Corcoy R,Paez EV. The role of ATP-binding cassette transporter genes in the metastatic process of epithelial thyroid carcinoma with aggressive behavior. In:Unraveling The Complexities Of Metastasis: Transition From A Segmented View To A Conceptual Continuum. Elsevier. 2022. p. 265-275. Document type: Book chapter.
Romero C, Gonzalez C, Hernandez P, Garcia E. Usefulness of capsule endoscopy in idiopathic complex perianal disease. Gastroenterologia y Hepatologia. 2022; 45(10). DOI:10.1016/j.gastrohep.2022.03.010. PMID:35489586. IF:1,9 (Q4/9D). Document type: Letter.
Rueda RJ, Camacho FD, Rodríguez C, McCormick JSL, Cañón D, Restrepo JDH, Soler EMT. Viability and characterization trial of a novel method as an alternative to formaldehyde and Walter-Thiel cadaveric preservation for medical education and surgical simulation. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(9). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.07.001. PMID:34373009. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Article.
Serra X, López M, Targarona E. Quantitative and qualitative research in surgery. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(5). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.012; DOI(English Edition):10.1016/j.cireng.2022.04.007. PMID:35477058. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Letter.
Serra X, López M, Targarona E. Why is research important in surgery?. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(5). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.11.003; DOI(English Edition):1016/j.cireng.2021.11.014. PMID:35491012. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Editorial material.
Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book.
Serra-Aracil X, López-Cano M, Targarona EM. ¿Porqué es importante la investigación en cirugía?. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas: 3-6. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Serra-Aracil X, López-Cano M, Targarona EM. Capítulo 10: Investigación cuantitativa y cualitativa en cirugía. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas: 7-16. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Targarona EM, Bollo J, Balagué C. CIRUGIA BASADA EN LA EVIDENCIA. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. Páginas: 1307-1314. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Targarona EM, Bollo J, Fernández S. What does evidence based surgery means. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(6). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2021.12.010. PMID:35533839. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Editorial material.
Targarona EM, Jover JJ, Serra Aracil X. FORMACION EN CIRUGIA. In: Parrilla P, García-Granero E, Martín-Pérez E, Morales S, Navarro S, Targarona E (dirs.). Cirugía AEC: Manual de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Editorial Medica Panamericana, 3ª edición marzo 2022. Páginas: 1331-1338. ISBN:9788491101048. Document type: Book chapter.
Targarona EM. ¿La revisión por pares: ¿es importante?. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas: 265-274. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Targarona EM., Bollo J, Fernández-Ananín S. Capítulo 4: Qué significa la cirugía basada en la evidencia. In: Serra, X, Lopez Cano, M, Targarona, EM (eds.). Cómo y porqué investigar en cirugía: manual de la sección de formación de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos. Madrid: Ed. Imedia, 2022. Páginas 29-42. ISBN:978-84-09-45506-5. Document type: Book chapter.
Vitiello G, Soto B, Martínez MC, Targarona E. Resection of the aortic bifurcation in the treatment of locally recurrent colorectal cancer. CIRUGIA ESPANOLA. 2022; 100(3). DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2020.12.009; DOI(English Edition):10.1016/j.cireng.2022.02.006. PMID:33468362. IF:1,9 (Q3/6D). Document type: Letter.

Publications 2021

Arezzo A, Francis N, Mintz Y, Adamina M, Antoniou SA, Bouvy N, Copaescu C, de Manzini N, Di Lorenzo N, Morales-Conde S, Müller-Stich BP, Nickel F, Popa D, Tait D, Thomas C, Nimmo S, Paraskevis D, Pietrabissa A; EAES Group of Experts for Recovery Amid COVID-19 Pandemic [Balague MC]. EAES Recommendations for Recovery Plan in Minimally Invasive Surgery Amid COVID-19 Pandemic. SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES. 2021;35(1):1-17. DOI:10.1007/s00464-020-08131-0. PMID: 33170335. IF:3,453.
Asbun HJ, Abu M, Kunzler F, Asbun D, Bonjer J, Conlon K, Demartines N, Feldman LS, Morales S, Pietrabissa A, Pryor AD, Schlachta CM, Sylla P, Targarona EM, Agra Y, Besselink MG, Callery M, Cleary SP, De la Cruz L, Eckert P, Evans C, Han HS, Jones DB, Gan TJ, Koch D, Lillemoe KD, Lomanto D, Marks J, Matthews B, Mellinger J, Melvin WS, Moreno E, et al. International Delphi Expert Consensus on Safe Return to Surgical and Endoscopic Practice From the Coronavirus Global Surgical Collaborative. ANNALS OF SURGERY. 2021; 274(1). DOI:10.1097/SLA.0000000000004674. PMID:33630471. IF:13,787.
Ausania F, Sanchez S, Del Rio PS, Borin A, Ayuso JR, Bodenlle P, Espinoza S, Cuatrecasas M, Conill C, Sauri T, Ferrer J, Fuster J, Garcia JC, Melendez R, Fondevila C. Clinical impact of preoperative tumour contact with superior mesenteric-portal vein in patients with resectable pancreatic head cancer. LANGENBECKS ARCHIVES OF SURGERY. 2021; 406(5). DOI:10.1007/s00423-020-02065-w. PMID:33475833. IF:2,895.
Balague C, de Adana JCR, Ibarzabal A, Del Castillo D, Puche JJ, Vilallonga R. Insights into the treatment of postsleeve gastrectomy leak: analysis of the results of 105 cases on a national register. Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases. 2021; 17(1). DOI:10.1016/j.soard.2020.09.001. PMID:33097450. IF:3,709.
Balduzzi A, van J, Korrel M, Lof S, Al B, Alseidi A, Berrevoet F, Bjornsson B, van den Boezem P, Boggi U, Busch OR, Butturini G, Casadei R, van R, Dokmak S, Edwin B, Sahakyan MA, Ercolani G, Fabre JM, Falconi M, Forgione A, Gayet B, Gomez D, Koerkamp BG, Hackert T, Keck T, Khatkov I, Krautz C, Marudanayagam R, Menon K, Pietrabissa A, et al. [Sanchez S]. Laparoscopic versus open extended radical left pancreatectomy for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma: an international propensity-score matched study. SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES. 2021; 35(12). DOI:10.1007/s00464-020-08206-y. PMID:33398565. IF:3,453.
Cero MD, Rodríguez-Santiago J, Miró M, Castro S, Miranda C, Santamaría M, Gobbini Y, Garsot E, Pujadas M, Luna A, Momblán D, Balagué C, Aldeano A, Olona C, Molinas J, Pulido L, Sánchez-Cano JJ, Güell M, Salazar D, Gimeno M, Grande L, Pera M; Spanish EURECCA Esophagogastric Cancer Group. Evaluation of data quality in the Spanish EURECCA Esophagogastric Cancer Registry. EJSO. 2021;47(12):3081-3087. DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2021.04.025. PMID: 33933340. IF:4,037.
COVIDSurg Collaborative [Lopez AS, Ponz CB, Soler E, Cabus SS, Santos VM, Lopez J]. Machine learning risk prediction of mortality for patients undergoing surgery with perioperative SARS-CoV-2: the COVIDSurg mortality score. BRITISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY. 2021; 108(11). DOI:10.1093/bjs/znab183. PMID:34227657. IF:11,122.
Eden C, Buonomo OC, Busch J, Gilabert J, Medrano R, Nosotti M, Renaud S, Walker I, Williams N, Carlini M. An international multidisciplinary peer-driven consensus on the optimal use of hemostatic powders in surgical practice. Updates in Surgery. 2021; 73(4). DOI:10.1007/s13304-021-01136-x. PMID:34322783. IF:2,692.
Escuin D, Lopez L, Mora J, Bell O, Moral A, Perez I, Arqueros C, Garcia B, Cajal TRY, Lerma E, Barnadas A. Circulating microRNAs in Early Breast Cancer Patients and Its Association With Lymph Node Metastases. Frontiers in Oncology. 2021; 11:627811. DOI:10.3389/fonc.2021.627811. PMID:34513655. IF:5,738.
Fajardo J, Nunez E, Szafranska J, Poca M, Lobo D, Martin B, Hernandez D, Roig C, Huerta A, Corominas H, Sanchez S, Soriano G. We report a patient who presented intrahepatic cholangitis and cholecystitis after SARS-CoV-2 infection. JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY. 2021; 36(8). DOI:10.1111/jgh.15537. PMID:34105805. IF:4,369.
Ferrari C, Sanchez CM, Bollo J, Hernandez P, Cambeiro L, Codina C, Targarona E. Prone Versus Supine Position in Abdominoperineal Resection: Outcomes in the Laparoscopic Era. Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. 2021; 31(4). DOI:10.1089/lap.2020.0969. PMID:33646052. IF:1,766.
García Botella A, Gómez Bravo MA, Di Martino M, Gastaca M, Martín-Pérez E, Sánchez Cabús S, Sánchez Pérez B, López Ben S, Rodríguez Sanjuán JC, López-Andújar R, Barrera M; Grupo colaborativo Cirugía-AEC-COVID-19; Grupo colaborativo Cirugía-AEC-COVID-19, Balibrea JM, Rubio-Pérez I, Badia JM, Martin-Antona E, Álvarez Peña E, Garcia-Botella A, Martín-Pérez E, Álvarez Gallego M, Martínez Cortijo S, Pascual Migueláñez I, Pérez Díaz L, Ramos Rodríquez JL, Espín-Basany E, Sánchez Santos R, Guirao Garriga X, Aranda Narváez JM, Morales-Conde S. Recommendations on intervention for hepatobiliary oncological surgery during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cirugia Española. 2021;99(3):174-182. English, Spanish. DOI:10.1016/j.ciresp.2020.10.010. PMID: 33341242. IF:2,242.
Genua I, Puig N, Minambres I, Benitez S, Gil P, Grau M, Rivas A, Balague C, Fernandez S, Garcia A, Perez A, Sanchez JL. Changes in the Composition and Function of Lipoproteins after Bariatric Surgery in Patients with Severe Obesity. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2021; 10(8):1716. DOI:10.3390/jcm10081716. PMID:33923393. IF:4,964.
Genua I, Tuneu L, Ramos A, Stantonyonge N, Caimari F, Balagué C, Fernández-Ananin S, Sánchez-Quesada JL, Pérez A, Miñambres I. Effectiveness of Bariatric Surgery in Patients with the Metabolically Healthy Obese Phenotype. Obesity Surgery. 2021;31(2):517-522. DOI:10.1007/s11695-020-04967-6. PMID: 32915359. IF:3,479.
Germani P, Di F, Leonard D, Cuicchi D, Elmore U, Allaix ME, Barbieri VP, D’Allens L, Faes S, Milani M, Caputo D, Martinez C, Grosek J, Caracino V, Christou N, Roodbeen SX, Bracale U, Wildeboer A, Usai A, Benedetti M, Balani A, Piccinni G, Catarci M, Millo P, Bouvy N, Corcione F, Hompes R, Ris F, Basti M, Tomazic A, Targarona E, Coppola A, Pietrabissa A, et al. Contemporary snapshot of tumor regression grade (TRG) distribution in locally advanced rectal cancer: a cross sectional multicentric experience. Updates in Surgery. 2021; 73(5). DOI:10.1007/s13304-021-01044-0. PMID:33818750. IF:2,692.
Glasbey JC, Ademuyiwa A, Adisa A, AlAmeer E, Bravo AM, Costas A, Harrison E, Gomes G, Mann H, McLean K, Modolo M, Morton D, Ramos A, Roslani AC, Seenivasagam RK, Simoes JFF, Smart N, Sullivan R, Taylor EH, Nepogodiev D, Bhangu AA, Siaw K, Bywater E, Chaudhry D, Dawson BE, Gujjuri RR, Heritage E, Jones CS, Khatri C, Khaw RA, Keatley JM, et al. [Balagué C, Moral A, Sánchez A, Targarona E] Effect of COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns on planned cancer surgery for 15 tumour types in 61 countries: an international, prospective, cohort study. LANCET ONCOLOGY. 2021; 22(11). DOI:10.1016/S1470-2045(21)00493-9. PMID:34624250. IF:54,433.
Lugaresi M, Nafteux P, Nilsson M, Reynolds JV, Rosati R, Schoppmann SF, Targarona EM, Mattioli S. Exploring the concept of centralization of surgery for benign esophageal diseases: a Delphi based consensus from the European Society for Diseases of the Esophagus. DISEASES OF THE ESOPHAGUS. 2021; 34(9):doab013. DOI:10.1093/dote/doab013. PMID:33621318. IF:2,822.
Nepogodiev D, Martin AB, Zwittag P. SARS-CoV-2 vaccination modelling for safe surgery to save lives: data from an international prospective cohort study. BRITISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY. 2021; 108(9). DOI:10.1093/bjs/znab101. PMID:33761533. IF:11,122.
Nepogodiev D, Simoes JFF, Li E, AlAmeer E, El K, Wuraola F, Lule H, Kaafarani H, Khosravi M, Kronberger I, Leventoglu S, Mengistu GM, Modolo MM, Ntirenganya F, Pius R, Qureshi AU, Bhangu A, Omar OM, Ahmed W, Argus L, Ball A, Bywater EP, Blanco R, Chaudhry D, Dawson BE, Duran I, Glasbey JC, Gujjuri RR, Jones CS, Harrison EM, et al. [Sánchez A, Sánchez S]. Timing of surgery following SARS-CoV-2 infection: an international prospective cohort study. ANAESTHESIA. 2021; 76(6). DOI:10.1111/anae.15458. PMID:33690889. IF:12,893.
Pasquier J, Villalta O, Lamoru SS, Balague C, Vilallonga R, Targarona EM. Are Smoke and Aerosols Generated During Laparoscopic Surgery a Biohazard? A Systematic Evidence-Based Review. Surgical Innovation. 2021; 28(4):1553350621992309. DOI:10.1177/1553350621992309. PMID:33573518. IF:1,785.
Pellino G, Alos R, Biondo S, Codina A, Enriquez JM, Espin E, Roig JV, Cervantes A, Garcia E, Bollo J, Pascual VV. Trends and outcome of neoadjuvant treatment for rectal cancer: A retrospective analysis and critical assessment of a 10-year prospective national registry on behalf of the Spanish Rectal Cancer Project. EJSO. 2021; 47(2). DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2020.04.056. PMID:32950316. IF:4,037.
Planas G, Trujillo JC, Guarino M, Martinez E, Cladellas E, Perez JI, Moral A, Belda J. What to do when the parathyroid gland is not found during a transcervical exploration?. Interactive Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. 2021; 33(1). DOI:10.1093/icvts/ivab043. PMID:33893507. IF:1,978.
Revilla G, Cedo L, Tondo M, Moral A, Perez JI, Corcoy R, Lerma E, Fuste V, Reddy TS, Blanco F, Mato E, Escola JC. LDL, HDL and endocrine-related cancer: From pathogenic mechanisms to therapies. SEMINARS IN CANCER BIOLOGY. 2021; 73. DOI:10.1016/j.semcancer.2020.11.012. PMID:33249202. IF:17,012.
Rodríguez-Luna MR, Balagué C, Fernández-Ananín S, Vilallonga R, Targarona Soler EM. Outcomes of Laparoscopic Splenectomy for Treatment of Splenomegaly: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. WORLD JOURNAL OF SURGERY. 2021;45(2):465-479. DOI:10.1007/s00268-020-05839-x. PMID: 33179126. IF:3,282.
Rodriguez J, Luna A, Garsot E, Aldeano A, Balague C, Rada A. Extended intraoperative peritoneal lavage as prophylactic peritoneal recurrence for locally advanced gastric cancer: a prospective randomized trial. Clinical & Translational Oncology. 2021; 23(9). DOI:10.1007/s12094-021-02596-8. PMID:33792839. IF:3,340.
Simoes J, Sánchez A, Sánchez S, Mutambanengwe PG.T. Effects of pre-operative isolation on postoperative pulmonary complications after elective surgery: an international prospective cohort study. ANAESTHESIA. 2021; 76(11). DOI:10.1111/anae.15560. PMID:34371522. IF:12,893.
Tattersall HL, Hodson J, Cardona K, Lee RM, Nessim C, Gladdy R, Van Der Hage J, Schrage Y, Tseng WW, van Houdt W, Novak M, Grignani G, Tolomeo F, Goel N, Ryon E, Gyorki D, Bagaria SP, Gonzalez JA, Martin AB, Sayyed R, Tirotta F, Evenden C, Desai A, Almond M, Glasbey J, Fiore M, Gronchi A, Ford SJ. Primary mesenteric sarcomas: Collaborative experience from the Trans-Atlantic Australasian Retroperitoneal Sarcoma Working Group (TARPSWG). JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY. 2021;123(4):1057-1066. DOI:10.1002/jso.26353. Erratum in: JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY. 2021;124(3):457. PMID: 33368277. IF:2,885.

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