Issue, February, 2025

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Conceptual Surgery

Most Viewed Sessions of January

Mastery in surgery residency isn’t built overnight rather, it requires precision, dedication, study material and expert guidance. Conceptual Surgery does not simply teach surgery but rather offers a 360° learning experience, combining deeper theory with direct clinical insights on the ground. This month, we present you with the most-watched and highly appreciated sessions on the Conceptual Surgery app. We will discuss everything from prep for adrenal surgery to nuances in portal hypertension and biliary pathophysiology. Ready to sharpen your surgical edge?
Get into these handpicked sessions and elevate your understanding of critical surgical concepts.

Here are what you can’t afford to miss:

1. Preoperative Preparation of Adrenal Patient By Prof. Dr. Anurag Mishra | Surgery Residency

Adrenal gland surgeries demand meticulous preoperative preparation, and in this session, Prof. Dr. Anurag Mishra simplifies this critical aspect for you.

Key Takeaways:

  • Preoperative Management: Learn how careful preparation can optimize surgical outcomes and minimize complications.
  •  Clinical Evaluation: The role of medical history, physical exams, and hormonal assessments.
  •  Imaging Techniques: How CT, MRI, and MIBG scans help in diagnosis.
  •  Anesthetic Considerations: The essential risk assessments before surgery.

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2. Portal Hypertension Basics By Dr. Amrit Nasta

Portal hypertension can be a really complex topic, but Dr. Amrit Nasta has tried to simplify this with very practical insights and clear explanations.

You will learn:

  • Etiology & Pathogenesis: Why does portal hypertension occur?
  • Clinical Features: Essential symptoms to be identified early.
  • Important Definitions: Porta venous pressure and HPPG (hepatic venous pressure gradient).
  • Basic Anatomy & Physiology: The role of portal circulation in liver function.

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3. General Considerations in Biliary Tree Pathophysiology By Dr. Shailesh Gupta

Biliary diseases are a very important part of surgical practice. Dr. Shailesh Gupta, a laparoscopic and robotic surgeon, only explains this.

Key Topics Covered:
 
  •  Symptoms of Biliary Diseases: Pain, fever, jaundice, and their clinical implications.
  •  Diagnostic Tools: X-rays, ultrasound, CT, MRCP, ARCP, and PTC.
  • Understanding Biliary Colic & Acute Cholecystitis: The underlying mechanisms.
  • Cholecystokinin (CCK) Function: How it affects gallbladder pain.
  • Practical Surgical Insights: Common challenges of the biliary tree, how to handle it.
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4. Urethral Dilation for Urethral Strictures: Key Concepts & Techniques By Pawan Kandhari

Urethral stricture is a very common problem but very difficult to treat. The session details essential techniques and anatomical considerations.

Highlights:

  • Urethral Anatomy: Males vs. Females.
  • Spongiofibrosis: Impact on treatment choices.
  • Dilation vs. Urethroplasty: When to use one versus the other.
  • Science of Dilation: Stretching vs. Rupture of strictures.
  • Common Misconceptions in Terminology: Why posterior urethral stricture is a misnomer.
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5. Metastatic Tumors of the Liver Presented by Dr. Shailesh Gupta

Metastatic liver tumours pose challenges and difficulties in surgical management. The author, Dr. Shailesh Gupta, in this lecture session, has brought down the management of metastatic liver tumours to very simple non-surgical treatment options.

Key Takeaways:

  • Pretest Questions: Interactivity in learning.
  • Non-surgical methods: PEI, injection with acetic acid, cryotherapy, and radiofrequency ablation.
  • Thermal Ablation & Its Limitations: Understanding the heat sink effect.
  • Trans-Arterial Therapy: Advanced treatment for HCC.

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Ready to Go Beyond These Glimpses?
Surgical excellence is built on a strong foundation of knowledge, practice, and continuous learning. At Conceptual Surgery, we are committed to bringing you the best surgical education, combining clarity, depth, and real-world clinical insights.
Never stop learning, because every insight brings you closer to mastery!

Join us on the Conceptual Surgery app and website—where learning meets precision.