Surgery

Overview

Surgery is a medical specialty that involves the use of operative procedures to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities. It is practiced by a diverse group of healthcare professionals, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses. Surgery has been an essential component of healthcare for centuries, and it continues to evolve with advances in technology and research. Current scientific research in the field of surgery focuses on improving patient outcomes, reducing surgical complications, and enhancing surgical techniques. One area of research is the development of minimally invasive surgeries, which use small incisions and specialized tools to perform procedures with less trauma to the patient. This type of surgery can result in less pain, faster recovery times, and shorter hospital stays. Another area of research in surgery is the use of robotics and artificial intelligence to assist with surgical procedures. Robotic systems can assist surgeons with intricate surgeries and improve their accuracy and precision. Artificial intelligence can help predict the risk of surgical complications and assist with postoperative monitoring and care. Additionally, research in surgical techniques and devices aims to improve the safety of surgeries and reduce the risk of complications. Researchers are exploring new materials for surgical implants, studying the effectiveness of new surgical techniques, and developing new devices to aid in surgeries. Overall, current scientific research in surgery is focused on improving patient outcomes, reducing surgical complications, and enhancing surgical techniques. As technology and research continue to advance, the field of surgery will undoubtedly evolve to meet the changing needs of patients and healthcare professionals.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 12 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

• Anticoagulant therapy in orthopedic surgery – a review on anticoagulant agents, risk factors, monitoring, and current challenges
  Yiqun Wang et al. · 2024 · Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery
• Anticoagulant therapy in orthopedic surgery – a review on anticoagulant agents, risk factors, monitoring, and current challenges
  2024 · Journal of orthopaedic surgery
• Correlation of Wells Score, Caprine Score, and Padua Score with Risk of Hypercoagulation Condition Based on D-dimer in Intra-articular, Periarticular, and Degenerative Fracture Patients of Inferior Extremity
  T. Huwae et al. · 2021 · Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences
• Does venous thromboembolism prophylaxis affect the risk of venous thromboembolism and adverse events following primary hip and knee replacement? A retrospective cohort study.
  F. Todd et al. · 2021 · Journal of Orthopaedics
• Does venous thromboembolism prophylaxis affect the risk of venous thromboembolism and adverse events following primary hip and knee replacement? A retrospective cohort study
  2021 · Journal of Orthopaedics
• Correlation of Wells Score, Caprine Score, and Padua Score with Risk of Hypercoagulation Condition Based on D-dimer in Intra-articular, Periarticular, and Degenerative Fracture Patients of Inferior Extremity
  2021 · Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences
• A Minimally Invasive Experimental Model of Acute Ocular Hypertension with Acute Angle Closure Characteristics
  Rachel S. Chong et al. · 2020 · Translational Vision Science & Technology
• A Minimally Invasive Experimental Model of Acute Ocular Hypertension with Acute Angle Closure Characteristics
  2020 · Translational Vision Science & Technology

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