Perforation--a rare complication of a small-bowel carcinoid.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a prevalent and high mortality complication of cirrhosis. We aimed to describe these patients' clinical and microbiological characteristics and evaluate their impact on outcomes. METHODS:This was a retrospective cohort study including 139 consecutive patients with ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Oliveira AM,Branco JC,Barosa R,Rodrigues JA,Ramos L,Martins A,Karvellas CJ,Cardoso FS

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the prevalence of heterotopic gastric mucosa in the upper oesophagus (inlet patch) and the factors that may influence its finding. To study its macroscopic and microscopic characteristics and its relationship with symptoms and oesophago-gastroduodenal diseases. PATIENTS AND METHODS:The study was carri...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Maconi G,Pace F,Vago L,Carsana L,Bargiggia S,Bianchi Porro G

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A wide range in values of liver stiffness measurement (LSM) is observed among cirrhotic patients. These variations reflect the extent of fibrosis and might influence the risk of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) occurrence. METHODS:We compared LSM in 66 Child-Pugh A patients with HCC and alcoholic (n=23) or HCV...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Nahon P,Kettaneh A,Lemoine M,Seror O,Barget N,Trinchet JC,Beaugrand M,Ganne-Carrié N

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Bile acids (BAs) are potent signaling molecules involved in the regulation of several metabolic and functional aspects of cardiovascular homeostasis. BA pool alteration in cirrhosis may contribute toward the development of hemodynamic and cardiac disturbances. We aimed to investigate the association...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Voiosu AM,Wiese S,Voiosu TA,Hove J,Bendtsen F,Møller S

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 46-year-old woman developed rapidly worsening renal insufficiency. Extensive calcification of the kidneys was found. The patient also suffered from ischaemic neuropathy, myopathy and arthritis. In a muscle biopsy multiple calcium oxalate crystals could be demonstrated surrounded by inflammatory infiltrates. Levels o...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Glück T,Krämer BK,Zülke C,Rüschoff J,Rogler G,Schweda F,Anthuber M,Lang B,Schölmerich J

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The introduction of expandable metal stents in the mid 1980s led to the development of transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic stent-shunt (TIPSS) as we know it today. Short-lived detrimental effects on the hyperdynamic circulation in cirrhosis accompany the acute reduction in portal pressure following TIPSS creation....

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Tripathi D,Redhead D

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Screening colonoscopy is less effective in preventing proximal colon cancers than distal colon cancers. A repeat examination of the right side of the colon may increase the lesion detection. The study aimed to assess the results of a second examination of the right side of the colon with forward-view or retr...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Ai X,Qiao W,Han Z,Tan W,Bai Y,Liu S,Zhi F

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the efficacy of a three times daily (t.i.d.) versus a twice daily (b.i.d.) regimen of combination amoxycillin and metronidazole and famotidine in the eradication of Helicobacter pylori and the influence of metronidazole resistance on the outcome of treatment. PATIENTS:Patients selected had uneq...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Goh KL,Parasakthi N,Chuah SY,Toetsch M

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reports suggest that gluten sensitivity (GS) exists in the absence of coeliac disease (CD). This clinical entity has been termed noncoeliac gluten sensitivity (NCGS). OBJECTIVES:To determine the population prevalence of self-reported GS and referral characteristics to secondary care. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Aziz I,Lewis NR,Hadjivassiliou M,Winfield SN,Rugg N,Kelsall A,Newrick L,Sanders DS

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a debilitating immune disorder that impairs function and health-related quality of life (HRQOL). A goal of IBD treatment is mucosal healing, but it is not known whether it achieves normalization of the patients' perception of health. This can be assessed by using a cut-off...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Casellas F,Barreiro de Acosta M,Iglesias M,Robles V,Nos P,Aguas M,Riestra S,de Francisco R,Papo M,Borruel N

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study was conducted to determine which type and dose of sedative drugs should be given to cirrhotic patients with compensation or decompensation during esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) to prevent hepatic encephalopathy (HE) after sedation. METHODS:We reviewed the medical records of cirrhotic patients c...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Jeong J,Jung K,Seo KI,Yun BC,Han BH,Lee SU,Moon W

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Coeliac disease is one of the most common genetically based diseases. The wide clinical spectrum of the disease and the availability of highly specific antibody testing have led to an increased number of patients undergoing gastroscopy with distal duodenal biopsies. Histological confirmation of the characteristic smal...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Frenz MB,Mee AS

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Serrated polyposis (SP) is an infrequent colorectal cancer (CRC) predisposition syndrome. An unidentified genetic defect is believed to play a role in this condition. The risk of SP and/or CRC for first-degree relatives (FDRs) is not yet well known. The aim of our study was to determine the incidence of bo...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Oquiñena S,Guerra A,Pueyo A,Eguaras J,Montes M,Razquin S,Ciaurriz A,Aznárez R

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Liver steatosis (LS) and chronic infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV) are two common causes of chronic liver disease in Iran. LS is also a common histopathological feature of chronic hepatitis B (CHB). Association of chronic HBV infection and LS has not been extensively studied. AIM:We investigated the pr...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Minakari M,Molaei M,Shalmani HM,Mohammad Alizadeh AH,Jazi AH,Naderi N,Shavakhi A,Mashayekhi R,Zali MR

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The Given Capsule procedure is a new system designed to aid the gastroenterologist in diagnosing small-bowel disease. Capsule endoscopy has provided gastroenterologists with easy access to small-bowel mucosa for examination by direct visualisation. The aim of our prospective study was to determine the indicat...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Fireman Z,Eliakim R,Adler S,Scapa E

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) are characterized by a breakdown of colon epithelial barrier function. Antimicrobial peptides like cathelicidins are molecules of the innate immune system located at epithelial surfaces. Cathelicidins influence microbial growth and inflammation and may play a role in IBD. I...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Schauber J,Rieger D,Weiler F,Wehkamp J,Eck M,Fellermann K,Scheppach W,Gallo RL,Stange EF

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tropical calcific pancreatitis (TCP) is a relatively common form of chronic pancreatitis in parts of Asia and Africa. The SPINK1 variant p.N34S is strongly associated with TCP, but other genetic factors remain to be defined. Chymotrypsinogen C (CTRC) degrades trypsinogen and loss-of-function variants have be...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Derikx MH,Szmola R,te Morsche RH,Sunderasan S,Chacko A,Drenth JP

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Currently, liver transplantation (LT) for HCC is the only hope for cure from the tumor and from end-stage liver disease (ESLD). The organ pool shortage in deceased donor LT and the donor-related ethical concerns in living-d...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Abdelfattah MR,Elsiesy H,Al-Manea H,Broering DC

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:As a module of a standard ultrasound imaging device, acoustic radiation force impulse (ARFI) is a new technology for liver stiffness evaluation (LSE). We aimed to evaluate accuracy, feasibility, reproducibility, and training effect of ARFI for liver fibrosis evaluation. METHODS:One hundred and one pati...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Boursier J,Isselin G,Fouchard-Hubert I,Oberti F,Dib N,Lebigot J,Bertrais S,Gallois Y,Calès P,Aubé C

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Variceal bleeding is a medical emergency with 20% mortality at 6 weeks. The role of vasoactive agents in achieving hemostasis and preventing rebleeding has been well documented. The optimal duration of these agents has not been well established. There are no previous studies yielding the exact duration of oc...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Rengasamy S,Ali SM,Sistla SC,Lakshmi CP,Harichandra Kumar KT

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The prognostic value of p53 protein accumulation in colonic adenomas is still controversial. The aim of the present study was to determine whether the evaluation of p53 protein accumulation in newly diagnosed colonic adenomas could predict the development of metachronous adenomas. DESIGN/METHODS:Fifty-five ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Triantafyllou K,Paspatis GA,Zizi A,Papatheodoridis GV,Tzouvala M,Chlouverakis GJ,Elemenoglou I,Karamanolis DG

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Although antimony electrodes are by far the most popular for performing oesophageal pH monitoring, there are few data comparing the accuracy of glass and antimony electrodes. Therefore, we tested the accuracy of both electrodes in the prediction of oesophagitis. METHOD:pH monitoring using a glass electrode a...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Vandenplas Y,Badriul H,Verghote M,Hauser B,Kaufman L

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prophylaxis with norfloxacin has been shown to be effective in preventing spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) in liver cirrhosis. This therapy is associated with the appearance of quinolone-resistant Escherichia coli. However, only four cases of SBP caused by quinolone-resistant E. coli have been reported so far. ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Cereto F,Genescà J,Smithson A,González A,Moreno G,del Valle Ortiz O,Esteban R,Guardia J

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antiphospholipid antibodies are a heterogeneous group of acquired autoantibodies that react with anionic phospholipids, such as cardiolipin. Anticardiolipin antibodies (ACAs) are frequently found in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus and other autoimmune disorders and can react with the phospholipid alone or b...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Yuste JR,Prieto J

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The influence of sex on hepatitis C virus (HCV)-related outcomes is often neglected. The effects of sex on liver fibrosis progression and the effect of socioeconomic status on management are unclear. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Data were evaluated from patients followed at The Ottawa Hospital and Regional Viral He...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Corsi DJ,Karges W,Thavorn K,Crawley AM,Cooper CL

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reduced bone mineral density has been reported in patients with inflammatory bowel disease and recent studies indicate that there is also an increase in the relative risk of fracture. Absolute risk of fracture is, however, generally low and thus measurement of bone mineral density as a screening procedure for all pati...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Compston JE

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Heterotopic gastric mucosa is found in the proximal oesophagus, just below the upper oesophageal sphincter, and is encountered when the oesophagus is examined carefully during endoscopy. AIMS:In this study on paediatric patients, we aimed to determine the endoscopic prevalence of heterotopic gastric mucosa ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Rodríguez-Martínez A,Salazar-Quero JC,Tutau-Gómez C,Espín-Jaime B,Rubio-Murillo M,Pizarro-Martín A

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:During the treatment of hepatitis C, anaemia may necessitate pegylated-interferon and ribavirin dose reductions with reduced sustained viral response rates. Although erythropoietic growth factors are frequently used to improve anaemia, it is controversial whether endogenous erythropoietic response is insuffi...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Van Vlerken LG,Van Soest H,Janssen MP,Boland GJ,Drenth JP,Burger DM,Siersema PD,Van Erpecum KJ

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Serine Protease Inhibitor Kazal type 1 (SPINK1) protects against premature intracellular activation of trypsinogen and development of acute pancreatitis. Our aim was to determine the prevalence of SPINK1 mutations (a) in unselected patients with first-time acute pancreatitis and (b) in the Danish background ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Jøergensen MT,Brusgaard K,Novovic S,Andersen AM,Hansen MB,Gerdes AM,de Muckadell OB

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Deoxycholic acid and other secondary bile acids have long been considered tumour promoters in the colon. However, their effect on cell migration, known to play an important role in colon carcinogenesis, has not been studied so far. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the possible effects of deoxycholic acid on colon c...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Milovic V,Teller IC,Murphy GM,Caspary WF,Stein J

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00