Successful isolation of Helicobacter pylori after prolonged incubation from a patient with failed eradication therapy.

abstract：AIM:To investigate the association between cytokine gene polymorphism and disease status in chronic hepatitis C genotype 3 by liver biopsy, ALT, HCV RNA levels and response to treatment. METHODS:Patients with chronic hepatitis C genotype 3 were analyzed for single nucleotide polymorphisms of interleukin (IL)-10, IL-1 ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Abbas Z,Moatter T,Hussainy A,Jafri W

更新日期：2005-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：:AIM:To evaluate a culture system for bile acid formation in primary human hepatocytes in comparison with HepG2 cells.METHODS:Hepatocytes were isolated from normal human liver tissue and we re cultured in serum-free William's E medium.The medium was collected and re newed every 24 h. Bile acids and their precursors in ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Einarsson C,Ellis E,Abrahamsson A,Ericzon BG,Bjorkhem I,Axelson M

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To clarify the effect of a high des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin (DCP) level on the invasiveness and prognosis of small hepatocellular carcinoma. METHODS:Among 142 consecutive patients with known DCP levels, who underwent hepatectomy because of hepatocellular carcinoma, 85 patients met the criteria for small hepatoce...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Hakamada K,Kimura N,Miura T,Morohashi H,Ishido K,Nara M,Toyoki Y,Narumi S,Sasaki M

更新日期：2008-03-07 00:00:00

abstract：:A 33-year-old woman who presented with epigastric discomfort and diarrhea underwent an abdominal ultrasound (US). This investigation and subsequent contrast-enhanced computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and endoscopic US with fine needle aspiration (FNA) revealed a 40 mm well-circumscribed mass in the uncin...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Poves I,Burdío F,Iglesias M,Martínez-Serrano Mde L,Aguilar G,Grande L

更新日期：2009-09-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Manuscript of Carrera et al is devoted to immunization in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that is very important issue in gastroenterology. However, some specific definitions used in the article need clarification. Efficacy of vaccine is measured in a randomised, placebo-controlled studies, that are expensive and dif...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Banaszkiewicz A,Radzikowski A

更新日期：2013-11-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) is a chronic, progressive, cholestatic liver disease characterized by inflammation and fibrotic obliteration of the hepatic biliary tree. It is commonly associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). A number of complications can occur which require special consideration, the mo...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Shorbagi A,Bayraktar Y

更新日期：2008-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To examine the effect of Fusobacterium nucleatum (F. nucleatum) on the microenvironment of colonic neoplasms and the expression of inflammatory mediators and microRNAs (miRNAs). METHODS:Levels of F. nucleatum DNA, cytokine gene mRNA (TLR2, TLR4, NFKB1, TNF, IL1B, IL6 and IL8), and potentially interacting miRNAs (m...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Proença MA,Biselli JM,Succi M,Severino FE,Berardinelli GN,Caetano A,Reis RM,Hughes DJ,Silva AE

更新日期：2018-12-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the risk factors-other than nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs-for colonic diverticular bleeding in a westernized population. METHODS:One hundred and forty patients, treated for symptomatic diverticular disease in a community based hospital, were included. Thirty (21%) had signs of diverticular bleed...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Jansen A,Harenberg S,Grenda U,Elsing C

更新日期：2009-01-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:We shall construct the small interfering RNA (siRNA) expression cassette (SEC) targeting activated K-ras gene sequence, identify more effective siRNA sequence against K-ras gene in human pancreatic cancer cell line MiaPaCa-2 by SEC and reveal the anti-cancer effects of RNA interference (RNAi) and its therapeutic po...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Wang W,Wang CY,Dong JH,Chen X,Zhang M,Zhao G

更新日期：2005-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To analyze the differences of clinical characteristics of colorectal neoplasm including polyps between the elderly and young Thai patients. METHODS:Colonoscopy database from December 2000 to October 2004 was retrospectively analyzed. There were 1822 eligible patients who underwent colonoscopy (with a mean age of 5...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Rerknimitr R,Ratanapanich W,Kongkam P,Kullavanijaya P

更新日期：2006-12-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Coeliac disease (CD) is a complex condition resulting from an interplay between genetic and environmental factors. When diagnosing the condition, serological testing and genotyping are useful in excluding CD, although the gold standard of testing is currently histopathological examination of the small intestine. There...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Charlesworth RP

更新日期：2020-01-07 00:00:00

abstract：:The efficacy of triple therapy for Helicobacter pylori infection has dramatically declined over the last decade, largely related to increasing clarithromycin resistance rates. From a microbiological standpoint, bismuth quadruple therapy is the ideal replacement since it combines drugs for which resistance does not imp...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Molina-Infante J,Gisbert JP

更新日期：2014-08-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Complete response to chemoradiotherapy for rectal cancer is becoming a common clinical entity. Techniques to diagnose complete response and how to survey these patients without operative intervention are still unclear. We review the most recent evidence. Barriers to firm conclusions regarding this are heterogeneity of...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Couch DG,Hemingway DM

更新日期：2016-01-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Cyclophosphamide is a potent cytotoxic agent used in many clinical settings. The main risks of cyclophosphamide therapy include hematological disorders, infertility, hemorrhagic cystitis and malignancies. Gastrointestinal side effects reported to date are often non-specific and not severe. We present the first case of...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Yang LS,Cameron K,Papaluca T,Basnayake C,Jackett L,McKelvie P,Goodman D,Demediuk B,Bell SJ,Thompson AJ

更新日期：2016-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD), a potentially pathologic condition, can progress to steatohepatitis, fibrosis, and cirrhosis, leading to an increased probability of hepatic failure and death. Alcohol induces fatty liver by increasing the ratio of reduced form of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide to oxidized form...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Liu J

更新日期：2014-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the diagnosis of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) using contrast ultrasonography in the NASH rat model. METHODS:The liver in methionine choline-deficient diet (MCDD) rats, a NASH model constructed by feeding an MCDD, was examined by contrast ultrasonography at weeks 2, 4, 8, 12 and 16, with late ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Miyata Y,Miyahara T,Moriyasu F

更新日期：2011-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Innate lymphoid cells (ILCs) are defined as a distinct arm of innate immunity. According to their profile of secreted cytokines and lineage-specific transcriptional factors, ILCs can be categorized into the following three groups: group 1 ILCs (including natural killer (NK) cells and ILC1s) are dependent on T-bet and ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Shen Y,Li J,Wang SQ,Jiang W

更新日期：2018-05-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the anti-hepatofibrotic effects of Gardenia jasminoides in liver fibrosis. METHODS:Male Sprague-Dawley rats underwent common bile duct ligation (BDL) for 14 d and were treated with Gardenia jasminoides by gavage. The effects of Gardenia jasminoides on liver fibrosis and the detailed molecular mechan...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Chen YH,Lan T,Li J,Qiu CH,Wu T,Gou HJ,Lu MQ

更新日期：2012-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To prospectively present our initial experience with totally laparoscopic transhiatal esophagogastrectomies for benign diseases of the cardia and distal esophagus. METHODS:Laparoscopic gastric mobilization and tubularization combined with transhiatal esophageal dissection and intrathoracic esophagogastric anastomo...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Dulucq JL,Wintringer P,Mahajna A

更新日期：2007-01-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess the efficacy and safety of fourth-generation quinolones for Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) eradication, we conducted this systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. METHODS:Major literature databases (PubMed, EMBASE and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials) were sea...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： An Y,Wang Y,Wu S,Wang YH,Qian X,Li Z,Fu YJ,Xie Y

更新日期：2018-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Redox state constitutes an important background of numerous liver disorders. The redox state participates in the course of inflammatory, metabolic and proliferative liver diseases. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are primarily produced in the mitochondria and in the endoplasmic reticulum of hepatocytes via the cytochrom...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Cichoż-Lach H,Michalak A

更新日期：2014-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Many patients with Crohn's disease (CD) require surgery. Indications for surgery include failure of medical treatment, bowel obstruction, fistula or abscess formation. The most common surgical procedure is resection. In jejunoileal CD, strictureplasty is an accepted surgical technique that relieves the obstructive sym...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Yamamoto T,Watanabe T

更新日期：2014-01-07 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the reasons for the occurrence of the pink-color sign of iodine-unstained lesions. METHODS:In chromoendoscopy, the pink-color sign of iodine-unstained lesions is recognized as useful for the diagnosis of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. Patients with superficial esophageal neoplasms treated by en...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Ishihara R,Kanzaki H,Iishi H,Nagai K,Matsui F,Yamashina T,Matsuura N,Ito T,Fujii M,Yamamoto S,Hanaoka N,Takeuchi Y,Higashino K,Uedo N,Tatsuta M,Tomita Y,Ishiguro S

更新日期：2013-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Management of surgically placed ostomies is an important aspect of any general surgical or colon and rectal surgery practice. Complications with surgically placed ostomies are common and their causes are multifactorial. Parastomal ulceration, although rare, is a particularly difficult management problem. We conducted ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Yeo H,Abir F,Longo WE

更新日期：2006-05-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To identify risk factors to help predict which patients are likely to fail to appear for an endoscopic procedure. METHODS:This was a retrospective, chart review, cohort study in a Canadian, tertiary care, academic, hospital-based endoscopy clinic. Patients included were: those undergoing esophagogastroduodenoscopy...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Wong VK,Zhang HB,Enns R

更新日期：2009-06-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To study the inhibitory effects of a Shuangling Fuzheng anticancer preparation (SFAP) on the human gastric cancer cell line SGC-7901 in vitro as well as its immune-modulated effects in a cyclophosphamide-treated murine model. METHODS:MTT experiments and immunocytochemistry ABC experiments were performed for detect...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Chen HS,Chen J,Cui DL,Zheng YY,Xu AH,Chen G,Jia LC

更新日期：2007-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the effects of sodium alginate (AL-Na) on indomethacin-induced small intestinal lesions in rats. METHODS:Gastric injury was assessed by measuring ulcerated legions 4 h after indomethacin (25 mg/kg) administration. Small intestinal injury was assessed by measuring ulcerated legions 24 h after indomet...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Yamamoto A,Itoh T,Nasu R,Nishida R

更新日期：2014-03-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To clarify the clinicopathological characteristics of small and large early invasive colorectal cancers (EI-CRCs), and to determine whether malignancy grade depends on size. METHODS:A total of 583 consecutive EI-CRCs treated by endoscopic mucosal resection or surgery at the National Cancer Center Hospital between ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Matsuda T,Saito Y,Fujii T,Uraoka T,Nakajima T,Kobayashi N,Emura F,Ono A,Shimoda T,Ikematsu H,Fu KI,Sano Y,Fujimori T

更新日期：2009-06-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess the clinicopathological characteristics of duodenal well-differentiated endocrine tumors. METHODS:We examined clinicopathological characteristics in 11 consecutive patients with duodenal well-differentiated endocrine tumors treated by endoscopic therapy or surgery in our hospital from 1992 through 2007. ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Ishido K,Tanabe S,Higuchi K,Sasaki T,Katada C,Azuma M,Naruke A,Koizumi W,Mikami T

更新日期：2010-09-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the myoelectric manifestations of peripheral fatigability in patients with primary biliary cirrhosis in comparison to healthy subjects. METHODS:Sixteen women with primary biliary cirrhosis without comorbidity and 13 healthy women matched for age and body mass index (BMI) completed the self-reported que...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Biagini MR,Tozzi A,Grippo A,Galli A,Milani S,Amantini A

更新日期：2006-08-28 00:00:00