Transcatheter arterial chemoembolization for hepatocellular carcinoma in cirrhosis: influence on portal hypertension.

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：:This paper is a meta-analysis of 30 published, double-blind clinical trials comparing omeprazole with ranitidine or cimetidine for the treatment of duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer and reflux oesophagitis. These studies compare the recommended doses of omeprazole with those for ranitidine and cimetidine, and the confiden...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Eriksson S,Långström G,Rikner L,Carlsson R,Naesdal J

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This exploratory study aimed to evaluate the presence of asbestos fibers in the biliary tract of patients living in an asbestos-polluted area using scanning electron microscopy. METHODS:Thin gallbladder sections were obtained from five patients who were operated on for gallbladder stones and the bile fluid of ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Grosso F,Randi L,Croce A,Mirabelli D,Libener R,Magnani C,Bellis D,Allegrina M,Bertolotti M,Degiovanni D,Rinaudo C

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We here report a case of celiac disease and Budd Chiari syndrome. This 19-year-old boy was diagnosed to have portal hypertension in another hospital when he had developed variceal bleeding. In our hospital, he was found to have occlusion of all three hepatic veins as the cause of portal hypertension. On a routine endo...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Kochhar R,Masoodi I,Dutta U,Singhal M,Miglani A,Singh P,Singh K

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The annual prevalence of dyspepsia in the UK is about 25%. Dyspepsia is one of the most common reasons for a patient to visit a primary care physician (PCP), accounting for between 3 and 4% of all PCP consultations. Antisecretory drugs prescribed by PCPs to relieve dyspepsia consume over 7% of the annual UK National H...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Harris A

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:α-Fetoprotein (AFP) is used widely as a serological marker for hepatocellular carcinoma. However, the AFP value is elevated in chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) patients without hepatocellular carcinoma. Yet, data on the impact of direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) therapy on AFP levels after viral eradicat...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Fouad R,Elsharkawy A,Abdel Alem S,El Kassas M,Alboraie M,Sweedy A,Afify S,Abdellatif Z,Khairy M,Esmat G

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to assess the relationship between HCV genotype and histological liver injury. DESIGN:Prospective study on a cohort of patients with biopsy proven chronic hepatitis C. SETTING:University medical centre. PARTICIPANTS:Enrolled were 324 consecutive patients (male 197, median age 52 y...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Adinolfi LE,Utili R,Andreana A,Tripodi MF,Rosario P,Mormone G,Ragone E,Pasquale G,Ruggiero G

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aims of this study were to investigate the expression of cyclooxygenase-1 and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-1 and COX-2) in chronic hepatitis C (CHC) by immunohistochemistry, based on the hypothesis that COXs expression could vary according to genotype, viral load, liver steatosis, BMI and response to therapy an...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Giannitrapani L,Soresi M,Ingrao S,La Spada E,Vuturo O,Florena AM,Cervello M,Montalto G

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Functional bowel disorders are recognized as being common, but remain very difficult to diagnose accurately and to differentiate from one another, despite their significant impact on the quality of life of patients.The aim of this study was to evaluate whether the clinical sign of 'floating stools' is associ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Bouchoucha M,Devroede G,Benamouzig R

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Technical feasibility and safety of portal vein (PV) and superior mesenteric vein (SMV) resection during pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) for cancer has been confirmed, but oncological benefits remain unclear. The present study aimed to explore the long-term outcomes of PD with PV/SMV resection and proven histol...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Martin D,Petermann D,Fontanella S,Pu Y,Halkic N,Demartines N,Schäfer M

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To develop and validate a non-invasive index to predict the presence of cirrhosis in patients with chronic hepatitis C on the basis of clinical, laboratory, and ultrasound findings. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Data from the complete history and physical examination, serologic studies, liver ultrasound, and liver b...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Obrador BD,Prades MG,Gómez MV,Domingo JP,Cueto RB,Rué M,Real J,Guiteras PM

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:The natural history of functional dyspepsia is not well known. We prospectively assess the quality of life and severity of symptoms in a group of Spanish patients with functional dyspepsia. PATIENTS AND METHODS:One hundred and twelve consecutive patients with functional dyspepsia, according to Rome...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Gutiérrez A,Rodrigo L,Riestra S,Fernández E,Cadahia V,Tojo R,Fuentes D,Niño P,Olcoz JL

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Several trials have demonstrated that oral delayed-release mesalamine might be administered once daily. We aimed to conduct a meta-analysis to investigate this. METHODS:A comprehensive and multiple-source literature search was carried out. Only randomized-controlled trials (RCTs) were investigated by compar...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Zhu Y,Tang RK,Zhao P,Zhu SS,Li YG,Li JB

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Small intestinal lesions in coeliac disease (CD) have a variable severity. Early diagnosis of CD is important because treatment allows a normal psycho-physical development, especially in children, and can avoid associated disorders. The aim of this study was to evaluate the predictive value of...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Rostami K,Mulder CJ,van Overbeek FM,Kerckhaert J,Meijer JW,von Blomberg MB,Heymans HS

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The red blood cell distribution width (RDW) has been reported to be a risk marker of morbidity and mortality for cardiovascular diseases in various study populations. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is also a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. However, the relationship between RDW and NAFLD is...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Yang W,Huang H,Wang Y,Yu X,Yang Z

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Sorafenib is the standard of care for patients with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), but data on its use in the elderly are inconclusive. METHODS:All consecutive HCC patients who were treated in our institution with sorafenib since its licensing were included in the analysis. Patients were divided in...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Ziogas DC,Papadatos-Pastos D,Thillai K,Korantzis I,Chowdhury R,Suddle A,O'Grady J,Al-Khadimi G,Allen N,Heaton N,Ross PJ,Sarker D

更新日期：2017-01-01 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：:The elucidation of the pathogenesis of faecal incontinence in patients with advanced diabetes mellitus has progressed during the last 15 years. In contrast to earlier concepts which promoted the concept that high stool volumes overwhelm normal continence mechanisms, recent studies indicate that the vast majority of di...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Wald A

更新日期：1995-08-01 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:The PGAA index was one of the first composite liver fibrosis markers. This study aims, prospectively, to confirm the diagnostic value of PGAA and Fibrotest in patients with alcoholic liver disease and to compare their diagnostic performances. PATIENTS AND METHODS:We prospectively included 200 conse...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Naveau S,Essoh BM,Ghinoiu M,Marthey L,Njiké-Nakseu M,Balian A,Lachgar M,Prévot S,Perlemuter G

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (PHCC) is a rare tumor with a poor prognosis. Outcomes may be optimized by centralization. Recent trends suggest further improvement by localization to transplant centers. This study examines outcomes from the management of PHCC in a nontransplant hepatopancreatobiliary center. ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Jegatheeswaran S,Sheen AJ,Siriwardena AK

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine whether the sugar absorption test (SAT) during follow-up of patients with coeliac disease on a gluten-free diet (GFD) correlates with improvement of the villous architecture of the small intestine. METHODS:The SAT was performed in coeliacs at diagnosis and during follow-up with GFD. For the SAT,...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Uil JJ,van Elburg RM,van Overbeek FM,Meyer JW,Mulder CJ,Heymans HS

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the efficacy of lansoprazole 30 mg given in the morning compared with high-dose ranitidine 300 mg twice daily in the treatment of patients with oesophageal strictures. DESIGN:A multicentre, outpatient, double-blind, parallel group, prospectively randomized clinical trial. PATIENTS:One hundred a...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Swarbrick ET,Gough AL,Foster CS,Christian J,Garrett AD,Langworthy CH

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oesophageal stenting for palliation of malignant obstruction with self-expanding metallic stents is undoubtedly well established. Numerous studies have proven it to be safe and easy to perform with good clinical outcomes. However, stenting of the upper oesophagus is still regarded with apprehension, with many endoscop...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Yim HB

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To identify risk factors of carcinoma of the extrahepatic biliary tract in men. METHODS:Newly diagnosed and histologically confirmed patients, 35-70 years old, were interviewed between 1995 and 1997 in Denmark, Sweden, France, Germany and Italy. Population controls were frequency-matched by age and region. ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Ahrens W,Timmer A,Vyberg M,Fletcher T,Guénel P,Merler E,Merletti F,Morales M,Olsson H,Olsen J,Hardell L,Kaerlev L,Raverdy N,Lynge E

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the suitability of an established experimental model for chronic gastritis associated with Helicobacter pylori for use in long-term observations. DESIGN:In a 3-year follow-up study of acute gastritis induced by H. pylori using an established experimental model with Japanese monkeys, we compared H....

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Fujioka T,Kubota T,Shuto R,Kodama R,Murakami K,Perparim K,Nasu M

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is currently being established as a second-line treatment for recurrent Clostridium difficile infection. FMT is further being considered for other infectious and inflammatory conditions. Safe and reproducible methods for donor screening, laboratory processing and clini...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Jørgensen SMD,Hansen MM,Erikstrup C,Dahlerup JF,Hvas CL

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In fulminant hepatic failure (FHF), rapidly progressive cerebral oedema remains the main fatal complication and an obstacle in liver transplantation. A 29-year-old Japanese woman presented with sudden-onset hepatic encephalopathy and jaundice. Hepatic encephalopathy deteriorated within 2 days of the onset of jaundice....

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Sadamori H,Yagi T,Inagaki M,Shima Y,Matsuda H,Tanaka N,Sakaguchi K,Tsuji T,Matsumi M,Katayama H,Hirakawa N

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:An inappropriate mucosal immune response to the commensal bacterial flora may play a role in the pathogenesis of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In this study we determined the percentage of immunoglobulin-coated bacteria in the stools of patients and controls. METHODS:Faecal samples were obtained from 18 ...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： van der Waaij LA,Kroese FG,Visser A,Nelis GF,Westerveld BD,Jansen PL,Hunter JO

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The hepatitis delta virus (HDV) causes the most aggressive form of chronic viral hepatitis. As HDV replication requires hepatitis B virus (HBV), HDV screening is limited to HBsAg+ carriers. To date, individuals with HDV-antibodies and markers of resolved hepatitis B are considered cured. However, a subset sh...

journal_title：European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology

authors： Aguilera A,Rodríguez-Calviño J,de Mendoza C,Soriano V

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00