Free tissue transfer is widely used for the reconstruction of complex tissue defects. The
survival of free flaps depends on the patency and integrity of the microvascular anastomosis …

The recent advancements in the surging field of Deep Learning (DL) have revolutionized
every sphere of life, and the healthcare domain is no exception. The enormous success of …

Hyperspectral Imaging (HSI) is a relatively new medical imaging modality that exploits an
area of diagnostic potential formerly untouched. Although exploratory translational and …

Background Intraoperative identification of cancerous tissue is fundamental during
oncological surgical or endoscopic procedures. This relies on visual assessment supported …

Abstract Background Hyperspectral Imaging (HSI) is a reliable and safe imaging method for
taking intraoperative perfusion measurements. This is the first study translating …

Facial vascularized composite allotransplantation (FVCA) is an emerging field of
reconstructive surgery that represents a dogmatic shift in the surgical treatment of patients …

Background After esophagectomy, the postoperative rate of anastomotic leakage is up to
30% and is the main driver of postoperative morbidity. Contemporary management includes …

Purpose Cervical cancer screening by visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA) during
colposcopy can be challenging and is highly dependent on the clinical experience of the …

Exocrine and endocrine pancreas are interconnected anatomically and functionally, with
vasculature facilitating bidirectional communication. Our understanding of this network …

Introduction Esophagectomy is the mainstay of esophageal cancer treatment, but
anastomotic insufficiency related morbidity and mortality remain challenging for patient …