Clinical significance of granuloma in Crohn's disease.

abstract：:Wireless capsule endoscope (WCE) for the investigation of the small bowel is an approved technique both in adults and children (more than 10 years old). The present review provides data on the indications, diagnostic yield, adverse events and limitations of the WCE technique in children and tries to predict the future...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Shamir R,Eliakim R

更新日期：2008-07-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the utility of measuring epigenetic alterations in pancreatic and biliary fluids in determining molecular markers for pancreatobiliary cancers. METHODS:DNA was extracted from undiluted pancreatic and biliary fluids. As a surrogate for a genome-wide hypomethylation assay, levels of long interspersed nuc...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Kato N,Yamamoto H,Adachi Y,Ohashi H,Taniguchi H,Suzuki H,Nakazawa M,Kaneto H,Sasaki S,Imai K,Shinomura Y

更新日期：2013-03-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To explore the effects of peptide S-8300 from shark liver (S-8300) on liver function as well as in regulating immune functions in experimental injury models. METHODS:Mice were administered with different doses of S-8300 for four consecutive days, followed by mice injected with tetrachloromethane (CCl(4)) on d 3. T...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Huang FJ,Lv ZB,Li Q,Wei LJ,Zhang L,Wu WT

更新日期：2005-03-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate control of two different types of massive presacral bleeding according to the anatomy of the presacral venous system. METHODS:A retrospective review was performed in 1628 patients with middle or low rectal carcinoma who were treated surgically in the Department of Colorectal Surgery, Changhai Hospit...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Lou Z,Zhang W,Meng RG,Fu CG

更新日期：2013-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To present our experience with tuberculous peritonitis treated in our hospital from 2002-2007. METHODS:We reviewed the medical records of 9 children with tuberculous peritonitis. RESULTS:Nine patients (5 boys, 4 girls) of mean age 14.2 years were diagnosed with peritoneal tuberculosis. All patients presented with...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Dinler G,Sensoy G,Helek D,Kalayci AG

更新日期：2008-12-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the expression and clinical relevance of inhibitor of differentiation (ID) proteins in biliary tract cancer. METHODS:ID protein expression was analyzed in 129 samples from patients with advanced biliary tract cancer (BTC) (45 extrahepatic, 50 intrahepatic, and 34 gallbladder cancers), compared to no...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Harder J,Müller MJ,Fuchs M,Gumpp V,Schmitt-Graeff A,Fischer R,Frank M,Opitz O,Hasskarl J

更新日期：2013-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine if liver stiffness (LS) measurements by means of transient elastography (TE) correlate with the presence of significant esophageal varices (EV) and if they can predict the occurrence of variceal bleeding. METHODS:We studied 1000 cases of liver cirrhosis divided into 2 groups: patients without EV or wi...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Sporea I,Raţiu I,Sirli R,Popescu A,Bota S

更新日期：2011-05-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a highly prevalent functional disorder that reduces patients' quality of life. It is a chronic disorder characterized by abdominal pain or discomfort associated with disordered defecation in the absence of identifiable structural or biochemical abnormalities. IBS imposes a significant...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Lazaraki G,Chatzimavroudis G,Katsinelos P

更新日期：2014-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Folate deficiency and its association with cancer have been studied in the literature, but its clinical impact is still unknown. Folate deficiency and its result on gastric cancer is a mysterious part of oncology, with ongoing studies hopefully clarifying its impact on gastric cancer management. Lee et al studied fola...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Alkan A,Mızrak D,Utkan G

更新日期：2015-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：:It is one of the most important problems for general surgeons to decide which operation should be undertaken on patients with intra-abdominal infection, especially those with concomitant abdominal hypertension. Recently, closure techniques using prosthetic meshes in order to retain abdominal tension and to control sep...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Tekin S,Tekin A,Kucukkartallar T,Cakir M,Kartal A

更新日期：2008-02-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pit pattern classification using magnifying chromoendoscopy is the established method for diagnosing colorectal lesions. The Japan Narrow-band-imaging (NBI) Expert Team (JNET) classification is a novel NBI magnifying endoscopic classification that focuses on the vessel, and surface patterns. AIM:To determin...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Zhang Y,Chen HY,Zhou XL,Pan WS,Zhou XX,Pan HH

更新日期：2020-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：:In their seminal papers Hanahan and Weinberg described oncogenic processes a normal cell undergoes to be transformed into a cancer cell. The functions of ion channels in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract influence a variety of cellular processes, many of which overlap with these hallmarks of cancer. In this review we fo...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Anderson KJ,Cormier RT,Scott PM

更新日期：2019-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the possible involvement of 25-hydroxyvitamin D(3)-1(alpha)-hydroxylase [1alpha-25(OH) (2) D(3)] in butyrate-induced differentiation in human intestinal cell line Caco-2 cells. METHODS:Caco-2 cells were incubated either with 3 mmol/L butyrate and 1 micromol/L 25(OH) (2) D(3) or with 1 micromol/L 1al...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Schröder O,Turak S,Daniel C,Gaschott T,Stein J

更新日期：2005-12-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Toxic hepatitis or drug-induced liver injury encompasses a spectrum of clinical disease ranging from mild biochemical abnormalities to acute liver failure. The advantages of a long half-life, wide spectrum, high tissue penetration rate, and a good safety profile, make ceftriaxone, a third-generation cephalosporin, a f...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Peker E,Cagan E,Dogan M

更新日期：2009-06-07 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the effects of autoantibodies against beta(1)-adrenoceptor in hepatitis virus myocarditis on action potential and L-type Ca(2+) currents. METHODS:Fifteen samples of autoantibodies against beta(1)-adrenoceptor positive sera of patients with hepatitis virus myocarditis were obtained and IgGs were puri...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Liu K,Liao YH,Wang ZH,Li SL,Wang M,Zeng LL,Tang M

更新日期：2004-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to have an adequate view of the whole small intestine during capsule endoscopy, the preparation recommended consists of a clear liquid diet and an overnight fast. However, visualization of the small bowel during video capsule endoscopy can be impaired by intestinal contents. To improve mucosal visualization, ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Pons Beltrán V,Carretero C,Gonzalez-Suárez B,Fernandez-Urien I,Muñoz-Navas M

更新日期：2008-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the role of mitochondria in cell apoptosis during hepatic ischemia-reperfusion injury and protective effect of ischemic postconditioning (IPC). METHODS:A rat model of acute hepatic ischemia-reperfusion was established, 24 healthy male Wistar rats were randomly divided into sham-operated group, ische...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Sun K,Liu ZS,Sun Q

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the effects of ethanol on the insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) system involved in c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK1/2) and alcoholdehydrogenase (ADH) activity in primary cultured rat hepatocytes. METHODS:Hepatocytes isolated from male Sprague-Dawley rats were incubated with various concentrations of et...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Oh YI,Kim JH,Kang CW

更新日期：2008-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the inhibitory effect of in vivo expression of expressing plasmid pCH510 of recombinant fibronectin polypeptide (CH50) on hepatocellular carcinoma and the improved therapeutic effect of pCH510 in combination with chemotherapeutic agents and Hsp70-H22 hepatocarcinoma antigen peptide on tumor. METHODS...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Zhang GM,Yang Y,Huang B,Xiao H,Li D,Feng ZH

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the relationship between autophagy and perineural invasion (PNI), clinical features, and prognosis in patients with pancreatic cancer. METHODS:Clinical and pathological data were retrospectively collected from 109 patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma who underwent radical resection at the ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Yang YH,Liu JB,Gui Y,Lei LL,Zhang SJ

更新日期：2017-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the best diagnostic technique and risk factors of the human Cytomegalovirus (HCMV) and Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). METHODS:A cohort of 40 IBD patients (17 refractory) and 40 controls underwent peripheral blood and endoscopic colonic mucosal sample harvest. Vi...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Ciccocioppo R,Racca F,Paolucci S,Campanini G,Pozzi L,Betti E,Riboni R,Vanoli A,Baldanti F,Corazza GR

更新日期：2015-02-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate whether illness severity has an impact on gastric residual volume (GRV) in medical critically ill patients. METHODS:Medical intensive care unit (ICU) patients requiring nasogastric feeding were enrolled. Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) score was assessed immediately preceding the start of...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Hsu CW,Sun SF,Lee DL,Lin SL,Wong KF,Huang HH,Li HJ

更新日期：2011-04-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To study the factors that may affect survival of cholangiocarcinoma in Lebanon. METHODS:A retrospective review of the medical records of 55 patients diagnosed with cholangio-carcinoma at the American University of Beirut between 1990 and 2005 was conducted. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to de...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Farhat MH,Shamseddine AI,Tawil AN,Berjawi G,Sidani C,Shamseddeen W,Barada KA

更新日期：2008-05-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Korea National Cancer Screening Program currently provides screening for colorectal cancer (CRC) for adults older than 50 years with no upper age limit. In general, people are likely to only pay attention to the benefits of cancer screening and to neglect its risks. Most consider the benefits of cancer s...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Luu XQ,Lee K,Lee YY,Suh M,Kim Y,Choi KS

更新日期：2020-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To explore whether the presence of a sliding hiatus hernia influences gastroesophageal reflux. METHODS:Endoscopy and 24 h pH monitoring were performed for 197 outpatients with gastroesophageal reflux symptoms. RESULTS:Of the 197 patients with symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux, patients with hiatus hernia accoun...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Zhu HM

更新日期：1997-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To observe whether there are differences in the effects of electro-acupuncture (EA) and moxibustion (Mox) in rats with visceral hypersensitivity. METHODS:EA at 1 mA and 3 mA and Mox at 43 °C and 46 °C were applied to the Shangjuxu (ST37, bilateral) acupoints in model rats with visceral hypersensitivity. Responses ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Zhao JM,Li L,Chen L,Shi Y,Li YW,Shang HX,Wu LY,Weng ZJ,Bao CH,Wu HG

更新日期：2017-04-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To retrospectively evaluate the imaging features of pancreatic intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs) in multi-detector row computed tomography (MDCT). METHODS:A total of 20 patients with pathologically-confirmed intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs) were included in this study. Axial MDCT ima...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Tan L,Zhao YE,Wang DB,Wang QB,Hu J,Chen KM,Deng XX

更新日期：2009-08-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the potential therapeutic effect of exopolysaccharide (EPS)-producing Streptococcus thermophilus (S. thermophilus) CRL 1190 fermented milk on chronic gastritis in Balb/c mice. METHODS:Balb/c mice were fed with the fermented milk for 7 d after inducing gastritis with acetyl-salicylic acid (ASA, 400 m...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Rodríguez C,Medici M,Mozzi F,Font de Valdez G

更新日期：2010-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastric cancer is the second leading cause of cancer mortality worldwide. The diagnosis of gastric cancer has been significantly improved with the broad availability of gastrointestinal endoscopy. Effective technologies for accurate staging and quantitative evaluation are still in demand to merit reasonable treatment ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Wu CX,Zhu ZH

更新日期：2014-04-28 00:00:00

abstract：:Repeated surveys from Europe, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand have shown that adherence to an evidence-based perioperative care protocol, such as Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS), has been generally low. It is of great importance to support the implementation of the ERAS protocol as it has been sho...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Segelman J,Nygren J

更新日期：2014-11-28 00:00:00