Effects of gynecomastia surgery on readiness and return to duty in an active duty military population

Abstract: Introduction: Simple mastectomies are routinely performed in the military health care system as gynecomastia can cause significant pain and discomfort when wearing body …

Preoperative frailty and adverse outcomes following coronary artery bypass grafting surgery in US veterans

Abstract: Contemporary guidelines emphasize the value of incorporating frailty into clinical decision-making regarding revascularization strategies for coronary artery disease. …

Idiopathic left ventricular apical aneurysm in a sailor with moderate transient chest pain: a unique perspective on an atypical presentation in the military population

Abstract: Left ventricular (LV) apical aneurysm is a rare condition that carries a high risk of fatal cardiac rupture. Wall ruptures are an uncommon catastrophic complication after …

Direct skeletal fixation: A new treatment option for Canadian war amputees

Abstract: Combat-related extremity amputations are common injuries during armed conflict. In recent years, improvised explosive devices have been responsible for massive trauma, …