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Complications in Impacted Third Molar Surgery: Evidence-based Risk Assessment, Prevention and Management

Vangala Sanjana, G. V. Reddy, G. S. Prasad Reddy, M. R. Haranadha Reddy, I. Venkat Krishna, Sarah Fatima, Momula Karthik Goud, Yasawi Inampudi, Sunidhi Chavan, Rubina Farheen, Sultan Mohammed Riyaan Zaid, Mohammed Abdul Naveed, Misbah Rizwana, Qamar Unissa Khaled, Khadija Shahnaz Syeda, Nabeela Samreen, Mohammed Mustafa Khan, Hania Khatoon, Prathipati Lakshmi Prerana, Nenavath Aravind Naik, B. Gayathri Devi & Zainab Naseer · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Impacted third-molar surgery involves a range of outcomes extending from expected short-term inflammatory morbidity to uncommon but potentially persistent neurosensory, periodontal and anatomical complications. These outcomes are frequently grouped together despite differences in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2441

Emulsified Fat Grafting (Nanofat) for Facial Skin Rejuvenation: A Case Report and Technical Note

Z. Badaoui, A. Moujahid, R. Lemtaouech, Y. Ribag, A. Khales & A. Achbouk · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: Emulsified fat, also known as nanofat, is an autologous product obtained by mechanical emulsification and filtration of harvested fat. Previous laboratory studies have reported that it retains cells of the stromal vascular fraction, while most mature adipocytes are de...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2442

Peritoneal Cyst of the Inguinal Canal Mimicking a Strangulated Femoral Hernia: A Case Report

Ettaoussi Abdelhak, Rihane Souha, Berrada Othmane, Bouali Ichrak, Majd Abdessamad, Kamal Khadija, Bouali Mounir, El Bakouri Abdelilah & El hattabi Khalid · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: Femoral hernias may present as surgical emergencies because of their risk of incarceration and strangulation. Rare cystic lesions of the groin can produce similar clinical findings. Case Presentation: A 59-year-old woman with no relevant medical or surgical history pr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2443

High-Voltage Electrical Burn of the Upper Limbs: A Case Report

Sboui Ines, Sbei Feten, Sbai Ahmed, Mahfoudhi Sami, Riadh Maalla & Sbai Mohamed Ali · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

High-voltage electrical burns may cause progressive damage to deep tissues despite an initially limited clinical appearance, making decisions about limb preservation difficult. This case report describes the clinical course and management of a 28-year-old construction worker who...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2439

Pediatric Tibial Shaft Fractures: Management and Outcomes. Experience of Mohammed VI University Hospital, Tangier, Morocco

M. Chami, A. Boutahar, T. Bentayeb, H. Aboueljaoud & L. Chater · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: Tibial shaft fractures in children are generally managed non-operatively, although elastic stable intramedullary nailing (ESIN) is increasingly used. Aim: This study describes management and outcomes at Mohammed VI University Hospital in Tangier, Morocco. Methods: A r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2440

Surgical Site Infection after Abdominal Surgery in 3 Rural Hospitals: Etiologic, Clinical, Bacteriologic and Therapeutic Profile in a Rural Setting

Atemkeng Tsatedem Faustin, Tanon Ngoufo Amel Tilbaut, DJAM CHEFOR ALAIN, Banga Nkomo David Douglas, Amougou Boris, Dongmo Arlette, Noubom Michel, Chichom Mefire Alain & Essomba Arthur · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines a Surgical Site Infection (SSI) as the occurrence of an infection within 30 days following a surgical procedure or within 90 days in the presence of a prosthetic device. Although surgical site infection rema...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2438

Robotic-assisted Surgery (RAS) Training Dimensions and Self-reported Clinical Competence of Nurses in a Tertiary Government Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Ivy A. Mejorada & Gelbert Jan Porque · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Aims: This study examined the relationships between RAS training dimensions and nurses’ self-reported clinical competence in a tertiary government hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and descriptively evaluated perceived training effectiveness using Kirkpatrick’s Four-Level Trainin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2437

Treatment of Rhinophyma with Exclusive Diathermic Electrocautery and Secondary Intention Healing: A Case Report

Zakaria Badaoui, Redouane Lamtaouech, Salma Elamarti, Yassamina Ribag, Amine Khales & Abdelhafid Achbouk · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: Rhinophyma is an advanced manifestation of rosacea characterised by progressive hypertrophy of nasal skin and pilosebaceous structures. In severe cases, it can cause marked disfigurement and psychosocial distress, with or without airway obstruction. This report descri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2435

Perforated Prepyloric Ulcer in an Adolescent: A Rare Case Report

Essaidi Zakaria, El Azhari Ilias, Tadlaoui Mohamed, Bouali Ichraq, Fakhiri Nassima, Ettaoussi Abdelhak, Kamal Khadija, Majd Abdessamad, Bouali Mounir, EL BAKOURI Abdelillah & El hattabi Khalid · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: Perforated peptic ulcer is uncommon in children and adolescents, and prepyloric perforation is rarely described in this age group. Early recognition is important because perforation may present with acute abdominal pain and vomiting, symptoms that can resemble other a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2436

Traumatic Gastrothorax Mimicking a Pulmonary Pneumatocele after Blunt Trauma: A Case Report

Mehdi Karami, Amine Maazouz, Hammad Soudi, Naoufal Tohtouh, Mohamed Ramdani & Mbarek Yaka · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Traumatic diaphragmatic rupture may be overlooked after blunt thoracoabdominal trauma, particularly when herniated abdominal viscera mimic primary thoracic disease. We report a 20-year-old man admitted after a road traffic accident. Initial computed tomography (CT) was interprete...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2434

Opioid-Free Versus Opioid-Based Anaesthesia for Postoperative Pain and Recovery

Sonay Unsal, Tracy Oshonwoh, Onyedikachi Mmesoma Amagwu & Favour Davies Toluwalola · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: Opioid-free anaesthesia has gained attention as a strategy to prevent opioid-related harm, yet its advantages over contemporary opioid-sparing or opioid-inclusive multimodal anaesthesia remain contested. Complete intraoperative opioid avoidance does not necessarily im...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2433

Clinicopathological Features and Surgical Management of Appendiceal Mucoceles: A Single-center Retrospective Consecutive Case Series of 15 Patients

Amine Maazouz, Mehdi Karami, Mahmoud Dabbagh, Mohamed Ihab Lechhab, Hind Hablaj, Mohamed Bouzroud, Mountassir Moujahid, Ahmed Bounaim, Sidi Mohammed Bouchentouf & Hakim EL Kaoui · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: Appendiceal mucocele is an uncommon condition characterised by cystic dilatation of the appendix secondary to intraluminal mucin accumulation. It encompasses non-neoplastic and neoplastic lesions, including low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasms (LAMNs) and mucinous...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2432

A Comparative Observational Study of Laparoscopic Transabdominal Preperitoneal (TAPP) and Open Lichtenstein Repair for Inguinal Hernia

Nabajyoti Paul · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: Inguinal hernia repair is commonly performed, and both open Lichtenstein and laparoscopic TAPP techniques are established options. This study compared perioperative, recovery, safety, recurrence, and cost outcomes between the two approaches. Methods: This prospective...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2431

Anocutaneous Fistula Following Radical Perineal Prostatectomy for Low-risk Prostate Adenocarcinoma: A Case Report

Aman Kalkandha & Bachan Singh Barthwal · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: Rectal and anorectal injury is an uncommon but well-recognised complication of radical perineal prostatectomy (RPP), occurring far more frequently after the perineal approach than after the retropubic or robot-assisted routes. When unrecognised or inadequately managed...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2430

High-Voltage Electrical Burn Injury, A Multidisciplinary Approach: A Case Report

C. Fuela Esther Thangam, S. Nisha, Suganthakumari Francis, R. Sivagami & C. Blessy Jebarani · Asian Journal of Research in Surgery · 2026

Background: High-voltage electrical burns are complex injuries that may cause extensive deep-tissue damage, airway compromise, tissue necrosis, infection, and functional impairment, often disproportionate to the initial external appearance. Their management requires early assessm...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrs/2026/v9i2429