Department of Surgery

Aims and Scope

Surgery combines clinical judgment, anatomical knowledge, technical precision and evidence-based decision-making to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases and injuries. The Department of Surgery of The Gazette of Medical Sciences (The GMS) welcomes scholarly contributions addressing surgical science, operative techniques, clinical innovation and patient outcomes. Its scope extends across general surgery, specialized surgical disciplines, emergency procedures and multidisciplinary surgical care. Particular emphasis is placed on research that advances the safety, effectiveness and accessibility of surgical treatment while contributing to a better understanding of operative and perioperative practice.

Surgical research encompasses the entire continuum of patient care, from preoperative assessment and selection of treatment strategies to operative intervention, postoperative recovery and long-term follow-up. The Department encourages investigations into surgical anatomy, operative planning, minimally invasive procedures, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, reconstructive techniques, transplantation and complex surgical interventions. Studies evaluating surgical complications, infection prevention, anaesthesia-related considerations, enhanced recovery protocols, rehabilitation and quality of life are equally relevant. Clinical trials, comparative studies, case series and technically informative case reports may provide valuable insights into surgical practice and treatment outcomes.

Technological developments continue to transform how surgical procedures are planned, performed and evaluated. Research involving image-guided surgery, surgical navigation, computer-assisted procedures, artificial intelligence, three-dimensional modelling, simulation and emerging medical devices is welcomed when it demonstrates clinical or scientific relevance. The Department also covers surgical oncology, trauma surgery, vascular interventions, organ transplantation, pediatric surgery, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery and other established surgical specialties. Contributions examining surgical education, technical skill assessment, operating-room systems and the responsible introduction of new technologies are encouraged.

Reliable surgical evidence depends on rigorous study design, transparent reporting and careful evaluation of benefits and risks. The Department welcomes original research, clinical and experimental studies, systematic and narrative reviews, technical reports, surgical innovations, retrospective and prospective investigations, case reports and scholarly perspectives within the journal's applicable article categories. Research concerning patient safety, surgical ethics, healthcare delivery, access to surgical services and outcome measurement is also encouraged. Manuscripts should present clearly defined objectives, appropriate methodologies, ethical considerations and conclusions supported by the available evidence. The Department seeks to promote meaningful scientific exchange and improvements in surgical care.

Areas of Interest

Abdominal Surgery

Acute Care Surgery

Ambulatory Surgery

Breast Surgery

Cardiac Surgery

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Cardiovascular Surgery

Colorectal Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery

Dental Surgery

Fibroid Surgery

Foot and Ankle Surgery

General Surgery

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery

Transplant Surgery

Vascular Surgery

Thoracic Surgery

Neurosurgery

Orthopedic Surgery

Pediatric Surgery

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Urological Surgery

Oncological Surgery

Minimally Invasive and Laparoscopic Surgery

Robotic Surgery

Trauma and Emergency Surgery

Endocrine Surgery

Otolaryngological Surgery

Perioperative and Postoperative Care

Surgical Education and Training

Surgical Outcomes and Patient Safety

Surgical Innovation and Technology

Preoperative Assessment and Risk Stratification

Surgical Anatomy and Operative Planning

Image-Guided Surgery

Computer-Assisted Surgical Navigation

Endoscopic Surgery

Microsurgery

Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery

Gynaecological Surgery

Ophthalmic Surgery

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

Spinal Surgery

Maxillofacial Surgery

Burn Surgery

Wound Management and Healing

Surgical Site Infection Prevention

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery

Postoperative Complications

Surgical Rehabilitation

Organ Preservation and Transplantation Techniques

Surgical Oncology and Tumour Resection

Artificial Intelligence in Surgery

Three-Dimensional Modelling in Surgery

Surgical Simulation and Skills Assessment

Medical Devices and Surgical Instrumentation

Surgical Clinical Trials

Comparative Effectiveness of Surgical Procedures

Surgical Quality Improvement

Surgical Ethics and Informed Consent

Global Surgery and Access to Surgical Care

Operating-Room Safety and Teamwork

The Department is committed to responsible scientific publishing, research integrity, and the ethical communication of clinical findings. All submissions are subject to editorial assessment and peer review in accordance with the journal's applicable editorial and publication policies.

Case Report

Double renal vein Anastomosis for rare venous anomaly: A method to achieve good venous outflow in the transplanted kidney

Multi-organ procurement was performed on a 48-year-old donor after the patient was declared brain dead. A standard approach was performed for two dissections of abdominal organs. During the cold phase of dissection, an additional left sided retro-aortic vein was identified. The second vein had separate opening to the inferior vena cava in addition to the normal positioned pre-aortic left renal vein. Both veins were divided close to the origin from the inferior vena cava.

During the back table preparation, it was noticed that same volume of preservative fluid was identified to be draining from both veins. Both veins were isolated and anastomosed separately on the 61-year-old recipient. Patient was initiated on anti-platelet therapy and made successful recovery.

DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.46766/thegms.surgery.21062403

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Department of Surgery

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Published Articles

Double renal vein Anastomosis for rare venous anomaly: A method to achieve good venous outflow in the transplanted kidney

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