Hepatic iron overload or cirrhosis may occur in acquired copper deficiency and is likely mediated by hypoceruloplasminemia.

abstract：:We assessed bowel sounds in controls and patients with acute abdominal conditions using a new computer-aided sound analysis system (C.A.S.A.S.). Sixty-three controls and 61 patients with an acute abdomen had 10-min recordings of bowel sounds in a silent environment with computer analysis of the digitized acoustic sign...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Sugrue M,Redfern M

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adrenal neoplasm is a rare cause of Budd-Chiari syndrome. We report a case of fulminant acute Budd-Chiari syndrome due to inferior vena cava thrombosis stemming from invasion by a clinically nonfunctioning adrenal neoplasm. We also review briefly the clinical characteristics of the seven previously reported cases. ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Moreira V,Aller R,De Luis DA,San Roman AL,Ferreiro A

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-directed transgastric endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (EDGE) is a minimally invasive option for pancreaticobiliary access in patients with Roux-en-Y anatomy. The procedure involves creating a fistulous tract between the remnant stomach or jejunum and the bypassed ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Tyberg A,Kedia P,Tawadros A,Tarnasky PR,Gaidhane M,Nieto J,Kahaleh M

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although relatively frequent. diabetic involvement of digestive tract motility has not been investigated extensively in different organs. The authors studied esophageal, gastric, and gallbladder motor function in 35 type 2 (noninsulin-dependent) diabetic patients to determine the extent of gut involvement. Of these pa...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Annese V,Bassotti G,Caruso N,De Cosmo S,Gabbrielli A,Modoni S,Frusciante V,Andriulli A

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although of unproven benefit for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), thiazolidinediones (TZDs) have emerged as a promising therapy. Little evidence exists, however, regarding sustained effects of TZDs in NASH after drug discontinuation. A recent clinical study suggests that relapse of NASH pathophysiology i...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Argo CK,Iezzoni JC,Al-Osaimi AM,Caldwell SH

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twelve patients with obstruction of the extrahepatic portal venous system were seen at the Tufts-New England Medical Center between 1970 and 1979; a cause for the portal vein thrombosis was detected in 11. These included pancreatic disease (4); hematologic disorders (2); postoperative complications of laparotomy (3); ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Brown KM,Kaplan MM,Donowitz M

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inactive and active phases of hepatitis B e antigen-negative chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection are diagnosed by serum HBV DNA levels, with cutoff at 2000 IU/mL. However, it is difficult to distinguish inactive carriers at a single time point because HBV DNA levels can transiently decrease to <2000 IU...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Yim SY,Um SH,Jung JY,Seo YS,Yim HJ,Ryu HS,Chun HJ,Jeen YT,Kim CD,Keum B,Lee HS

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOALS:We determined yearly rates of upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) hospitalizations in Quebec, Canada and compared the 1-year readmission and mortality risks among those discharged from lower versus upper GI hospitalizations. BACKGROUND:The burden of serious upper and lower GI events is substantial. STUDY:Demo...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Rahme E,Roussy JP,Woolcott J,Nedjar H,Barkun A

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A bronchobiliary fistula is a rare entity that manifests as bilioptysis. We report a 73-year-old woman with a hepato-cellular carcinoma who developed a bronchobiliary fistula. Endoscopic biliary sphincterotomy and insertion of a prosthesis led to successful resolution of symptoms and restoration of normal bile flow. W...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Khandelwal M,Inverso N,Conter R,Campbell D

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM:Voice-related complaints are the most common extraesophageal manifestation of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The aim of this study was to compare objectively measured voice parameters in normal subjects and patients with GERD and to assess the impact of antireflux surgery on these parameters...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Ayazi S,Pearson J,Hashemi M

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Functional anorectal and pelvic pain disorders may cause considerable morbidity and frustration in many women. This article reviews current concepts of these often poorly understood disorders and provides suggestions for evaluating and managing women who may come to the attention of the practicing gastroenterologist. ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Wald A

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Digestive endoscopy is currently the main diagnostic procedure for investigation of the digestive tract whenever a digestive disease is suspected. From 1970 to 1985, digestive endoscopy was performed with endoscopes equipped with fiberoptic bundles, whereas the last decade was marked by the development of electronic e...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Delvaux MM,Crespi M,Armengol-Miro JR,Hagenmüller F,Teuffel W

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An association between Helicobacter pylori infection and colorectal neoplasia has been reported in cross-sectional studies. GOALS:We examined the association between H. pylori infection and the development of advanced colorectal neoplasia (AN) in a screening cohort. STUDY:We identified 3753 adults, who und...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Ryoo SK,Kim TJ,Kim ER,Hong SN,Kim YH,Chang DK

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two cases of multiple lymphomatous polyposis (MLP) are presented, involving different segments of the gastrointestinal tract. Both cases display the characteristic clinical and pathologic features of MLP. In addition, we were able to document, for the first time, the endoscopic ultrasonographic findings in this diseas...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Viana HL,Henrique RM,Ferreira ES,Correia AM,Silva RA,Dias LM,Viana RL

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 1992, a 61-year-old man who complained of recurrent episodes of fever and jaundice was diagnosed as having sclerosing cholangitis. In the three years that followed, the clinical picture progressively worsened; and, in 1995, the patient was hospitalized again for biliary obstruction. A liver transplantation was excl...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Tritto G,Iaccarino V,De Martino S,D'Agostino L

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Jejunal varices were a cause of recurrent gastrointestinal hemorrhage in an 18-year-old man with common variable immunodeficiency and nodular lymphoid hyperplasia of the small intestine. Despite numerous procedures, including upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, colonoscopy, arteriography, and exploratory laparotomy no a...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Freiman JS,Gallagher ND

更新日期：1985-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Biopsy and autopsy materials excised from a 69-year-old woman were investigated. Serum carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) showed a high value of 955 ng/mL. A plateaulike tumor was located in the gastric cardia and fundus to the entire gastric body. It showed severe proliferation and infiltration from the mucosa to the ser...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Morii S,Oka K,Hakozaki H,Nihei T,Mori N

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 41-year-old man, who in 1969 had Crohn's disease and extensive hepatic and renal amyloidosis, has done well for 19 years after intestinal resection, with regression of massive proteinuria and maintenance of normal renal and hepatic function tests, although renal amyloidosis persists. ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Mandelstam P,Simmons DE,Mitchell B

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report six cases of pseudolipoma of Glisson's capsule. The patients ranged from 53 to 83 years old (mean 67.7 years), and all were men. Pseudolipoma of Glisson's capsule was detected by imaging studies before operation in two cases, and noted incidentally in the remaining four. Computed tomography demonstrated a su...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Sasaki M,Harada K,Nakanuma Y,Watanabe K

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite its frequency, ulcerative proctosigmoiditis is poorly recognized and its prognosis is not well understood. This study reviews experience at the Cleveland Clinic from 1960 through 1972, with a 97% follow-up. A total of 359 patients with a diagnosis of ulcerative proctosigmoiditis were followed for a mean of 11 ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Farmer RG

更新日期：1979-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOALS:To evaluate the incidence of extraesophageal malignancies among patients with Barrett esophagus (BE). BACKGROUND:Gastroesophageal reflux disease has been reported to be associated with upper aerodigestive malignancies. BE is considered a consequence of long-standing gastroesophageal reflux disease; however, the ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Pines G,Dickman R,Niv Y,Kashtan H,Birkenfeld S

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Approximately half of all patients with chronic hepatitis C show an initial biochemical response to interferon, but only 15% to 20% of patients achieve a sustained response. We studied the efficacy of retreatment with interferon for patients with chronic hepatitis C who showed transient biochemical responses to initia...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Iyoda K,Yuki N,Kato M,Sugiyasu Y,Komori M,Fujii E,Kakiuchi Y,Kaneko A,Yamamoto K,Kurosawa K,Ikeda M,Masuzawa M

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Zoonotic visceral leishmaniasis is common in western Mediterranean countries. A strong link between visceral leishmaniasis and human immunodeficiency virus (coinfection) has been proved, especially in Spain, which is an endemic area. This suggests that Leishmania may behave opportunistically. We report a case of colon...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Sebastián JJ,García S,Soria MT,Pac J,Vicente J,Uribarrena R

更新日期：1997-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Supplements consisting primarily of dietary fibers are marketed as aids to weight reduction. Of uncertain efficacy, they have generally been regarded as safe when used according to directions. We report two cases of acute esophageal obstruction by a guar gum product in patients with preexisting esophageal abnormalitie...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Opper FH,Isaacs KL,Warshauer DM

更新日期：1990-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOALS:To assess the effect of unilateral versus bilateral lung transplantation (LTx) on esophageal motility and gastroesophageal reflux, and the association with the development of obstructive chronic lung allograft dysfunction (o-CLAD). BACKGROUND:We have shown that esophagogastric junction outflow obstruction, incom...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Tangaroonsanti A,Lee AS,Vela MF,Crowell MD,Erasmus D,Keller C,Mallea J,Alvarez F,Almansa C,DeVault KR,Houghton LA

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOALS:To determine whether the presence of dupA Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) influences the cure rate of primary eradication therapy. BACKGROUND:Several virulence factors of H. pylori have been reported to affect the efficacy of the eradication rate. However, no study has investigated whether the presence of dupA a...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Shiota S,Nguyen LT,Murakami K,Kuroda A,Mizukami K,Okimoto T,Kodama M,Fujioka T,Yamaoka Y

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although our current understanding is limited, epidemiologic investigation of Crohn's disease holds great promise. Certain aspects of the epidemiology are clear. The incidence of Crohn's disease, which has increased over the past few decades, may have reached a plateau. The disease has its peak onset in early life, wi...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Sandler RS,Golden AL

更新日期：1986-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One patient's story is recounted. Relatively asymptomatic for 20 years, the patient reflects on factors that contributed to his healing. Psychosocial and spiritual dimensions are described as well as biomedical aspects. The story concludes that dealing with Crohn's disease triggered a spiritual quest which in turn con...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Sheehan DR

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied a young man with persistent elevation of transaminases and indirect bilirubin following acute viral hepatitis. Liver biopsy showed chronic persistent hepatitis, and clinical evaluation was otherwise negative for significant liver disease. The indirect-reacting serum bilirubin rose after both caloric restric...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Caldwell JH,Kirschner SD,Spagna VA,Inloes RL

更新日期：1981-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The correlation of serum hepatitis C virus (HCV) titers to the progression of type C chronic liver disease remains controversial. We have investigated the relationship between serum HCV titers and different histological stages of chronic liver disease, including chronic persistent hepatitis (CPH), chronic active hepat...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Kao JH,Lai MY,Chen PJ,Hwang LH,Chen DS

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00