Unusual manifestation of brucellosis: liver abscess and pancytopenia caused by Brucella melitensis.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Previous studies have found a differential expression of microRNAs (miRNAs) in the blood of patients with Crohn's disease (CD) compared with healthy controls. The aim of this study was to identify circulating miRNAs expressed in CD and assess their performance as biomarkers in patients with clinically suspect...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Jensen MD,Andersen RF,Christensen H,Nathan T,Kjeldsen J,Madsen JS

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:There is conflicting evidence on the benefit of early transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPSS) on the survival of patients with acute variceal bleeding (AVB). AIM:To assess the effect of early TIPSS on patient prognosis. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We carried out a meta-analysis of trials evaluati...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Deltenre P,Trépo E,Rudler M,Monescillo A,Fraga M,Denys A,Doerig C,Fournier N,Moreno C,Moradpour D,Bureau C,Thabut D

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With the exception of fungi, microbial infections are rare in the oesophagus. Herein, we aimed to systematically assess the distribution and quantity of different antimicrobial host factors as well as, for the first time, functional mucosal antimicrobial activity in the upper gastrointestinal tract. METHODS...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Hosaka Y,Koslowski M,Nuding S,Wang G,Schlee M,Schäfer C,Saigenji K,Stange EF,Wehkamp J

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Bleeding remains a serious complication after endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). Second-look endoscopy for hemostasis helps prevent post-ESD bleeding. We investigated the relationships between patient characteristics, tumor characteristics, and the Forrest classification for exposed vessels on arti...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Noda H,Ogasawara N,Izawa S,Ozeki T,Yanamoto K,Okaniwa N,Tanabe A,Sasaki M,Kasugai K

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hepatosplenic schistosomiasis is characterized by hepatic periportal fibrosis (Symmers' fibrosis), portal venous obstruction that leads to portal hypertension and its complications, and splenomegaly. Demonstration of pathological lesions due to Schistosoma mansoni can be achieved by using different techniq...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Ravera M,Reggiori A,Cocozza E,Ciantia F,Riccioni G

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The role of Helicobacter pylori infection in the pathogenesis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is controversial. We aimed to confirm the negative association between H. pylori infection and endoscopic GORD and further determine whether eradication of the infection is associated with the development o...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Xie T,Cui X,Zheng H,Chen D,He L,Jiang B

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We assessed the value of the recently developed aspartate aminotransferase to platelet ratio index (APRI) for predicting significant fibrosis or cirrhosis in patients with chronic hepatitis C or HBeAg-negative chronic hepatitis B. METHODS:In total, 489 patients (chronic hepatitis C, 284 patients; HBeAg-negat...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Chrysanthos NV,Papatheodoridis GV,Savvas S,Kafiri G,Petraki K,Manesis EK,Archimandritis AJ

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Severe viral hepatitis B is a disease associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Clinical controlled trials show that the efficacy of treatment of severe viral hepatitis B with glucocorticoids remains debatable. Therefore, we carried out this meta-analysis to evaluate the safety, efficacy, and side...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： He B,Zhang Y,Lü MH,Cao YL,Fan YH,Deng JQ,Yang SM

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advances in the treatment of the respiratory complications of cystic fibrosis, including the availability of lung transplantation have led to a greater awareness of the manifestations of liver disease in up to 40% of patients with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). We report the case of an 18 year old female with CF who presented ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Kelleher T,Staunton M,O'Mahony S,McCormick PA

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Ulcerative colitis (UC) is predominantly a disease of non-smokers and treatment with transdermal nicotine improves symptoms in UC patients, whereas smoking seems to have a deleterious effect in patients with Crohn's disease (CD). In CD the cytokine profile is of a dominant TH1 (T helper 1) pattern whereas in ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Madretsma S,Wolters LM,van Dijk JP,Tak CJ,Feyerabend C,Wilson JH,Zijlstra FJ

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration biopsy (EUS-FNA) can be coupled with endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography in the same setting when biliary and/or duodenal stenting are required. AIMS:Our aim was to examine the effectiveness of EUS-FNA combined with stenting during the same sess...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Camus M,Trouilloud I,Villacis AL,Mangialavori L,Duchmann JC,Gaudric M,Roseau G,Terris B,Mitry E,Chaussade S,Prat F

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess the conclusiveness of the Cochrane Reviews (CRs) in the field of Pediatric-Gastroenterology. We tested the hypotheses that (a) the majority of CRs are inconclusive, (b) the majority of CRs recognize the need for further studies, (c) the ability to reach a conclusion is dependent on both the number of stud...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Cohen S,Lubetzky R,Mimouni FB,Marom R,Mandel D

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Recent studies have suggested that the prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infection in patients with ulcer disease who were not using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) has been overestimated. The decreasing prevalence of H. pylori could lead to a relative increase in the number of patients with t...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Arents NL,Thijs JC,van Zwet AA,Kleibeuker JH

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intestinal lymphangiectasia is a rare condition, which is characterized by the dilation of small bowel lymphatics and presents with signs and symptoms of protein-losing enteropathy. Some patients have complained of occlusive symptoms attributable to the mechanical obstruction caused by the considerable mucosal edema a...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Paggi S,Ferrero S,Braidotti P,de Rai P,Conte D,Basilisco G

更新日期：2008-09-01 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:Hyperuricemia is a significant risk factor for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It may also have an impact on the histologic severity of NAFLD. However, data on this association are limited. We conducted this meta-analysis to investigate the relationship of serum uric acid with liver histologic seve...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Jaruvongvanich V,Ahuja W,Wirunsawanya K,Wijarnpreecha K,Ungprasert P

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the last few decades many endoscopic interventions have been developed as an alternative for the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). In many countries, these interventions are thus being performed in the general clinical setting. The aim of this study is to systematically review the evidence ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Fry LC,Mönkemüller K,Malfertheiner P

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic hepatitis B continues to be a major global health burden. It accounts for a substantial impact on health care resources and finances in many parts of the world including Europe. Natural history and disease spectrum are varied, depending on when and how the infection is acquired. The chronic infective state inc...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Massoumi H,Martin P,Tan HH

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Results of treatments for chronic hepatitis C virus are only estimated and disclosed from pivotal trials. AIM:To report the 'true life' results of pegylated interferon and ribavirin in treatment-naive patients. METHODS:A prospective, multicenter observatory in 22 general hospitals. RESULTS:Five-hundred an...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Pariente A,Lahmek P,Duprat C,Denis J,Faroux R,Renou C,Nalet B,Morin T,Cadranel JF,Investigator Group belonging to Association Nationale des Gastroentérologues des Hôpitaux Généraux (ANGH).

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Infliximab and tacrolimus are effective for the treatment of patients with moderate or severe corticosteroid-dependent/refractory ulcerative colitis. However, regarding treatment for these patients, whether tacrolimus therapy should precede infliximab as a second-line therapy remains controversial. To address...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Tsukamoto H,Tanida S,Mizoshita T,Ozeki K,Ebi M,Shimura T,Mori Y,Kataoka H,Kamiya T,Joh T

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Immunoproliferative small intestinal disease (IPSID) represents a spectrum of clinicopathological entities including alpha-chain disease and other types of lymphoplasmacytic proliferations of the lamina propria of the small intestine, presenting with severe malabsorption. IPSID has been described mainly in t...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Economidou I,Manousos ON,Triantafillidis JK,Vaslamatzis MM,Zafiropoulou R,Papadakis T

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the effect of membrane lipid composition on the susceptibility to bile salt damage and protection. DESIGN:Artificial model cholesterol/phospholipid (c/p) membranes (vesicles) with a varying cholesterol (0-15 mM) and phospholipid content (3-30 mM), and with a c/p ratio ranging up to 1.70, were...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： van de Heijning BJ,van den Broek AM,van Berge-Henegouwen GP

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carcinoids are rare compared to other tumours of the gastrointestinal tract, but present a significant portion of tumours of the small intestine. The case of a 50-year-old man who suffered perforation of a small-bowel carcinoid after failed diagnostic trials is reported here. Since intestinal perforation is rarely the...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Duvnjak M,Pavic T,Goranovic T

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the indications, technical success and outcomes of open access percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) insertion in the district general hospital setting. DESIGN:This study was a retrospective audit of patients receiving PEG by the thread pull method from November 1998 to November 1999, follow...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Fox MR,Harris AW

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied the role of brain electrical activity mapping (BEAM) in the assessment of neuropsychiatric disturbances in 48 cirrhotic patients without clinical evidence of hepatic encephalopathy (no HE, n = 19), with subclinical HE (grade 0, denoting pathological psychometric tests, n = 13) and mild-to-moderate HE (grade...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Kullmann F,Hollerbach S,Lock G,Holstege A,Dierks T,Schölmerich J

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hereditary angioneurotic oedema (HAE) is a rare cause of ascites. As acute abdominal attacks of the disease can mimic surgical emergencies, prompt and accurate diagnosis is essential. This study was undertaken to evaluate the usefulness of serial abdominal ultrasound (US) examinations. PATIENTS AND METHODS:...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Farkas H,Harmat G,Kaposi PN,Karádi I,Fekete B,Füst G,Fáy K,Vass A,Varga L

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With the growing popularity and use of herbal remedies in the industrial countries there has been an increasing recognition and reporting of adverse reactions. Drug development represents discovery and characterization of naturally occurring plant metabolites or their synthetic analogues. Therefore, a herbal remedy sh...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Aithal GP

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Minimal hepatic encephalopathy (MHE) is one of the possible complications of liver cirrhosis. In this study, a potassium-iron-phosphate-citrate complex was analyzed for its efficacy and safety in the treatment of MHE, as this complex is supposed to bind to the major pathogenic factor of MHE: intestinal ammoni...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Burkard T,Biedermann A,Herold C,Dietlein M,Rauch M,Diefenbach M

更新日期：2013-03-01 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：:A 30-year-old previously healthy woman was diagnosed as having a vasoactive intestinal polypeptide (VIP)-producing tumour of the pancreas. Her medical history was typical for neuroendocrine gastrointestinal tumours, presenting initially with non-specific symptoms but eventually she developed life-threatening manifesta...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Sjöqvist U,Permert J,Löfberg R,Larsson J,Gadaleanu V,Adrian TE

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00