Effect of imatinib (STI571) on metastatic gastrointestinal stromal tumors: report of a case.

abstract：:A retrospective 10-year study was conducted on 473 patients who underwent rectal cancer surgery, to evaluate a surgical procedure which has been generally abandoned, but which we believe has a significant potential to reduce the incidence of the severe and often fatal complications caused by anastomotic breakdown foll...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Jatzko GR,Lisborg PH,Wette VM

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report herein the case of a 52-year-old man for whom a split pectoralis major myocutaneous flap was applied at the time of extended radical surgery for esophageal carcinoma with tracheal involvement, to avoid the postoperative complications of anterior tracheostomy such as tracheal necrosis and rupture of the major...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Kimura A,Nimura Y,Hayakawa N,Yasui A,Torii S

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Candida esophagitis rarely involves life-threatening complications, such as necrosis, perforation, or fistula formation between the esophagus and the airway. We herein report a case of Candida esophagitis complicated by esophagobronchial and esophagopulmonary fistulas. The patient in our study was a 70-year-old man wi...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Kanzaki R,Yano M,Takachi K,Ishiguro S,Motoori M,Kishi K,Miyashiro I,Ishikawa O,Imaoka S

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of thymic papillo-tubular adenocarcinoma in a 55-year-old man, who had no symptoms. Sternotomy revealed a tumor in the anterior mediastinum, tightly adhered to the pericardium. It was resected completely. Interestingly, the tumor contained a unilocular cyst filled with mucinous fluid, suggesting that ...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Teramoto K,Kawaguchi Y,Hori T,Ishida M,Hashimoto M,Kitamura S,Motoishi M,Hanaoka J,Tezuka N,Okabe H

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of microcystic disease of the pancreas which was clearly demonstrated by magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) is reported herein. Cystic dilatation of the pancreatic duct was recognized by computed tomography scanning and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Furthermore, the exis...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Kitagawa T,Matsumoto K,Iriyama K

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of changing the calcium content of a continuous warm hyperkalemic crystalloid cardioplegia (CWCP) were investigated in an isolated rat heart preparation. The hearts were divided into eight groups of six each. A control group consisted of fresh nonarrested hearts and the remaining seven groups consisted of ...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Nakamura Y,Takemoto N,Kuroda H,Ohgi S

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We recently reported the balance of T helper type 1 (Th1) cells and type 2 (Th2) cells in patients with lung carcinomas. This study was conducted to investigate their activity and role in tumors, which remain unclear. We determined the population of lymphocytes with intracellular interferon (IFN)-gamma or interleukin ...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Ito N,Nakamura H,Metsugi H,Ohgi S

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present herein a case of blunt rupture of the right hemidiaphragm occurring with complete intrathoracic dislocation of the right hepatic lobe in a polytraumatized patient. The initial chest X-ray was interpreted as right-sided hemothorax, and a thoracic drainage tube was accidentally placed into the liver. A comput...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Wirbel RJ,Mutschler W

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To evaluate the influence of potassium ion concentration in an organ preservation solution on lung preservation, four types of solutions were produced. These preservation solutions consisted of sodium and potassium ions on the cation and phosphate ions on the anion with glucose. Contents of solutions were: (1) 155 mmo...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Ono K,Sone Y,Irie T,Ohnuki T,Nitta S

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:A new method for ensuring hemostasis during thyroid surgery has recently been introduced. This technique, electrothermal (LigaSure) and ultrasound blood vessel sealing, is still experimental. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the applications and efficacy of LigaSure by analyzing the duration of the ...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Ignjatović M,Kostić Z

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Our objective was to investigate the factors predicting the survival of patients on the waiting list for lung transplantation (LT) during the waiting period, with a special emphasis on the physical activity level. METHODS:The study included 70 patients with end-stage pulmonary disease who were on the waiting l...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Komatsu T,Oshima A,Chen-Yoshikawa TF,Harashima SI,Aoyama A,Inagaki N,Date H

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Body composition was measured with bioelectric impedance analysis (BIA) in 30 patients with protein malnutrition following biliopancreatic diversion. Determinations were carried out prior to, during, and at the completion of intravenous nutritional support when the nutritional parameters had completely reverted to nor...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Adami GF,Marinari G,Gandolfo P,Cocchi F,Friedman D,Scopinaro N

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ghrelin was discovered as an intrinsic ligand for the growth hormone (GH)-secretagogue receptor (GHS-R) in 1999. The endogenous production of ghrelin occurs mainly in the stomach. Ghrelin has multiple functions; it has orexigenic action, stimulates GH secretion, has anti-inflammatory activities, stimulates gastrointes...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Takiguchi S,Murakami K,Yanagimoto Y,Takata A,Miyazaki Y,Mori M,Doki Y

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Of 372 patients who underwent liver transplants between January 1985 and March 1995, 7 required variations in vascular anastomoses due to discrepancies in the size-match of the donor and recipient vessels, the presence of a thrombosed hepatic artery or portal vein, or complete absence of the portal vein. The technique...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Kawamoto S,Pillay SP,Lynch SV,Ong TH,Wall DR,Yamanaka J,Strong RW

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The results of previous studies indicate that only CD4+ T cells generated via the indirect pathway play an essential role in causing discordant skin xenograft rejection. The present study was conducted in an attempt to clarify further the roles of effector T cells generated via direct pathways on discordant xenograft ...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Tomita Y,Uchida T,Zhang QW,Shimizu I,Iwai T,Yoshikawa M,Kishihara K,Nomoto K,Yasui H

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death worldwide, yet there are still no satisfactory protocols available for treating this disease, emphasizing the urgency for more effective therapies. Recent clinical trials have provided encouraging evidence of the benefits of certain forms of immunotherapy. Here, we summ...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Yoshida Y,Nakajima J,Wada H,Kakimi K

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The impact of neoadjuvant therapy (NAT) for rectal cancer on lymph node yield is not well known. This study evaluates the impact of NAT on tumor regression and lymph node harvest. METHODS:The subjects were 40 patients with rectal cancer; 20 receiving high-dose, long-course neoadjuvant therapy, and 20 age- and ...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Wijesuriya RE,Deen KI,Hewavisenthi J,Balawardana J,Perera M

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 59-year-old female was admitted with massive hematemesis and melena. A hematological examination revealed that the red blood cell count was 1.31 x 10(6)/mm3, Hb 3.4 g/dl, and Hct 12%. No source of bleeding was found by an emergency endoscopic examination of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum, or by superior mesente...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Iwamoto I,Takechi Y,Tomoe H,Shimayama T,Edagawa M,Karashima S,Koga Y

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The antiangiogenic effects of TNP-470 on the neovascularization of tumors were studied by examining ultrastructural alterations in the vasculature and interstitial fluid pressure (IFP) of tumors. Wistar rats were first inoculated subcutaneously (s.c.) with the Walker 256 carcinosarcoma cell line, then either vehicle m...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Niwano M,Arii S,Mori A,Ishigami S,Harada T,Mise M,Furutani M,Fujioka M,Imamura M

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary hepatic neuroendocrine carcinoma is an extremely rare tumor of the liver. We herein describe a case of primary hepatic neuroendocrine carcinoma with lymph node metastases, coexisting with hepatocellular carcinoma, on a background of hepatitis C cirrrhosis, in a 72-year-old man. Abdominal ultrasonography and co...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Ishida M,Seki K,Tatsuzawa A,Katayama K,Hirose K,Azuma T,Imamura Y,Abraham A,Yamaguchi A

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although stapling colorectal anastomosis is widely accepted as an alternative for hand-sewn anastomosis, we continue to experience postoperative complications such as anastomotic hemorrhage and leakage, which sometimes lead to serious morbidity or even mortality. To secure stapling colorectal anastomosis, we adopted i...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Ishihara S,Watanabe T,Nagawa H

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe herein the postoperative renal functions of patients who required a suprarenal aortic cross-clamp during abdominal aortic surgery. Seven patients required a unilateral suprarenal aortic cross-clamp (group A) and six patients required a bilateral suprarenal clamp (group B). Eighty-three patients who require...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Sasaki T,Ohsawa S,Ogawa M,Mukaida M,Nakajima T,Komoda K,Tachieda R,Niinuma H,Kawazoe K

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Presented herein is the case of a 27-year-old man in whom an endobronchial tumor was found causing complete obstruction of the left main bronchus. The tumor was successfully removed by performing sleeve resection of the left main bronchus without pulmonary resection, immediately following which the left lung became re...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Sung DF

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to clarify the usefulness of staging laparoscopy for planning the treatment strategy in patients with advanced gastric cancer. METHODS:This was a retrospective study of patients with gastric cancer who underwent staging laparoscopy. The patients were divided into three groups accordin...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Shimizu H,Imamura H,Ohta K,Miyazaki Y,Kishimoto T,Fukunaga M,Ohzato H,Tatsuta M,Furukawa H

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surgical treatment of adenocarcinoma of the gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) is complex. A large tumor involving a substantial portion of both the esophagus and stomach requires complete resection with negative proximal and distal margins as well as D2 lymph node dissection. Some investigators have found that patie...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Butte JM,Waugh E,Parada H,De La Fuente H

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Secondary aortoenteric fistulas (AEFs) are a well-known but uncommon cause of gastrointestinal hemorrhage. They usually occur secondary to reconstructive surgery of an abdominal aneurysm. We report six cases of secondary aortoduodenal fistulas, involving patients who, despite presenting with classic "herald bleeding,"...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Katsinelos P,Paroutoglou G,Papaziogas B,Beltsis A,Mimidis K,Pilpilidis I,Tsolkas P,Soufleris K,Vradelis S,Koutelidakis I

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Papillary fibroelastoma is a rare, benign cardiac tumor that can cause multiple emboli. We report herein a case of papillary fibroelastoma developing from the chordae of the tricuspid valve which was detected by echocardiography and confirmed by surgical resection. To our knowledge, this is only the fifth documented c...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Nishimura Y,Naito Y,Fujiwara K,Komai H,Noguchi Y

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hydatidosis or echinococcosis is a parasitic disease caused by Echinococcus granulosus or E. multilocularis, which forms cysts in the liver and lung after penetrating the duodenal mucosa and entering the portal circulation. The liver and lung act as a filter but some embryos enter the general circulation and dissemina...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Iuliano L,Gurgo A,Polettini E,Gualdi G,De Marzio P

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, the risk factors related to intraperitoneal septic complications occurring after hepatectomy (IPSCH) as well as the effect of various perioperative variables on the outcome of IPSCH between 1985 and 1990 were analyzed. Twenty-one of 211 patients (10.0%) developed IPSCH. The findings in the patients with...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Matsumata T,Yanaga K,Shimada M,Shirabe K,Taketomi A,Sugimachi K

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 57-year-old man with a history of having consumed fresh-water crab 8 months previously presented with a solitary mass lesion in the left lung without any symptoms. Since neoplastic disease could not be ruled out, an open biopsy was performed, and histological examination confirmed a definite diagnosis of paragonimia...

journal_title：Surgery today

authors： Yoshino I,Nawa Y,Yano T,Ichinose Y

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00