Surgery for Crohn's disease: new developments.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Management of leakages of the gastrojejunal anastomosis after laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) can be complex. New endoscopic techniques such as covered stents and over-the-scope clips (OTCs) have been developed and are valuable alternative therapeutic options to reoperation and drainage. The ai...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Schiesser M,Kressig P,Bueter M,Nocito A,Bauerfeind P,Gubler C

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIM:We report an unusual case of metastatic testicular germ cell tumor with its unusual presentation. METHOD:A patient presented to the San Joaquin General Hospital with gastrointestinal bleeding and obstruction and a testicular mass is described. The patient's clinical course is followed and the literature...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Hofflander R,Beckes D,Kapre S,Matolo N,Liu S

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Positron emission tomography and computed tomography (PET-CT) is established in the staging of esophageal cancer. In this study, an MRI protocol was designed to emulate the anatomical (T1-weighed (T1W) and T2W imaging) and functional information (diffusion-weighted imaging) provided by PET-CT. METHODS:In al...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Malik V,Harmon M,Johnston C,Fagan AJ,Claxton Z,Ravi N,O'Toole D,Muldoon C,Keogan M,Reynolds JV,Meaney JF

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To evaluate the role of the Physiological and Operative Severity Score for the enUmeration of Mortality and Morbidity (POSSUM), the Portsmouth variant (p-POSSUM) and the Glasgow Prognostic Score (GPS) in predicting outcome after pancreatic surgery with reference to the International Study Group of Pancreatic Surge...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Knight BC,Kausar A,Manu M,Ammori BA,Sherlock DJ,O'Reilly DA

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This report presents a case of a patient with a huge hepatocellular carcinoma in the right lobe of the liver with an extensive portal venous tumor thrombus extending into the main portal trunk and left portal branch. The patient underwent extended right hemihepatectomy with tumor thrombectomy with direct extraction fr...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Soyama A,Eguchi S,Takatsuki M,Hidaka M,Muraoka I,Tomonaga T,Kanematsu T

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Both ectopic pancreatic tissue and malignant insulinoma are rare. We encountered the combination of these rare entities in a patient demonstrating hypoglycemic symptoms. METHOD:A patient with episodic hypoglycemia, non-suppressed serum insulin levels, positive fasting test and a positive localization on bot...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Hennings J,Garske U,Botling J,Hellman P

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The reduction in plasma cholesterol with increase in large and lower dense LDL (pattern A) obtained by statins is usually associated with a prompt reduction in cardiovascular risk, but after bariatric surgery for morbid obesity a delay of some years is observed. No data regarding LDL pattern are available in...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Brizzi P,Angius MF,Carboni A,Cossu ML,Fais E,Noya G,Maioli M,Tonolo G

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Local invasion of adjacent viscera by colorectal liver metastases (CRLM) is no longer considered an absolute contraindication to curative hepatic resection. A growing number of observational analyses have illustrated the feasibility of such resections; however, the evidence base is at best heterogeneous with a lack of...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Hand F,Sanabria Mateos R,Durand M,Fennelly D,McDermott R,Maguire D,Geoghegan J,Winter D,Hoti E

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:To determine the best imaging modality for preoperative detection, characterization and measurement of colorectal liver metastases (CRLM) after neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC). METHODS:A total of 79 lesions in 15 patients with CRLM were included. Following NAC, all patients received multislice liver CT (MS...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： van Kessel CS,van Leeuwen MS,van den Bosch MA,Borel Rinkes IH,Mali WP,Westers P,van Hillegersberg R

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:External drainage is the traditional surgical therapy for infected pancreatic pseudocyst, although associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. In this study it was determined whether internal drainage is feasible with acceptable postoperative morbidity and recurrence rates. METHODS:A retrospective c...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Boerma D,van Gulik TM,Obertop H,Gouma DJ

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIM:Pancreatic cancer has a dismal prognosis. Ampullary cancer (defined as cancer of the ampulla of Vater or the distal common bile duct) has a better prognosis and is thought to be a biologically different tumor. The aim of this study was to find factors that could predict survival after radical (R-0) resec...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Smeenk HG,Erdmann J,van Dekken H,van Marion R,Hop WC,Jeekel J,van Eijck CH

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To propose guidelines for treatment based on the study of early and late outcome after various surgical procedures for sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis (SEP). PRIMARY BACKGROUND DATA: SEP is rare. The main complication is intestinal obstruction. Ideal treatment is resection of the membrane, whenever possi...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Célicout B,Levard H,Hay J,Msika S,Fingerhut A,Pelissier E

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:We investigated the clinical significance of metastasis to the lymph node (LN) along the superior mesenteric vein (14v) in gastric cancer. METHODS:A retrospective study of 2,513 gastrectomy patients with a 14v dissection was done using the Ganken Igan Database. RESULTS:The incidence of 14v metastasis correlated w...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Masuda TA,Sakaguchi Y,Toh Y,Aoki Y,Harimoto N,Taomoto J,Ikeda O,Ohga T,Adachi E,Okamura T

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the degree to which specialisation or case-load of the surgeon is associated with the number of lymph nodes isolated from pathology specimens after right-sided hemicolectomy. METHOD:Data from 6 hospitals with well-defined catchment areas included in the Uppsala/Örebro Regional Oncology Centre Colon ...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Brännström F,Jestin P,Matthiessen P,Gunnarsson U

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The extent of optimal gastric resection for proximal gastric cancer (PGC) continues to remain controversial, and a final consensus is yet to be met. The current study aimed to compare the perioperative outcomes, postoperative complications, and overall survival (OS) of proximal gastrectomy (PG) versus tota...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Zhao L,Ling R,Chen J,Shi A,Chai C,Ma F,Zhao D,Chen Y

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite decennia of experience, ileal pouch anal anastomosis for ulcerative colitis is still associated with high complication rates. The development of automatic vessel sealers has resulted in the revival of a promising surgical alternative to the conventional procedure: close rectal dissection. By preservi...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： de Zeeuw S,Ahmed Ali U,van der Kolk MB,van Laarhoven KC

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Early postoperative small bowel obstruction (EPSBO) is a common complication following colon cancer surgery. EPSBO is associated with increased hospital stays, mortality rates, and healthcare costs. The purpose of this study was to identify risk factors for EPSBO following elective colon cancer surgery. STU...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Wang XJ,Chi P,Lin HM,Lu XR,Huang Y,Xu ZB,Huang SH,Sun YW,Ye DX

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One of the main reasons for the dismal prognosis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is its late diagnosis. At the time of presentation, only approximately 15-20% of all patients with PDAC are considered resectable and around 30% are considered borderline resectable. A surgical approach, which is the only curat...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Kaufmann B,Hartmann D,D'Haese JG,Stupakov P,Radenkovic D,Gloor B,Friess H

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the increasing number of reports on the favorable outcomes of laparoscopic surgery for gallbladder cancer (GBC), there is no consensus regarding this surgical procedure. OBJECTIVE:The study aimed to develop a consensus statement on the application of laparoscopic surgery for GBC based on expert opin...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Han HS,Yoon YS,Agarwal AK,Belli G,Itano O,Gumbs AA,Yoon DS,Kang CM,Lee SE,Wakai T,Troisi RI

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was designed to evaluate the efficacy of preoperative chemotherapy and to investigate the relationship between the histopathologic response and prognosis in patients with colorectal carcinoma. Thirty-six previously untreated patients with advanced colorectal carcinoma were consecutively enrolled in this stu...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Kumagai K,Shimizu K,Masuo K,Yamagata K,Tanaka T

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the current management of achalasia, and the controversies regarding the different treatment options. METHODS:A review of the literature was performed. The key words used were esophageal achalasia, Heller myotomy, endoscopic balloon dilatation, laparoscopic Heller myotomy, and fundoplication. RESU...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Abir F,Modlin I,Kidd M,Bell R

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Postoperative urinary retention (POUR) is one of the most frequent complications of epidural anesthesia. This study aims to clarify risk factors of POUR and to estimate the appropriate timing of urethral catheter removal. METHODS:Between September and December 2014, a retrospective cohort study was con...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Hayami S,Ueno M,Kawai M,Kuriyama T,Kawamata T,Yamaue H

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors reported the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) detection of manganese (Mn) deposition in the basal ganglia of a pancreatoduodenectomized patient following 30-day parenteral nutrition. A multi-trace element supplement solution including 20 micromol Mn/day was parenterally administered for 30 days postoperati...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Iwase K,Kondoh H,Higaki J,Tanaka Y,Yoshikawa M,Hori S,Osuga K,Kamiike W

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Primary distal bile duct adenocarcinomas (DBDAs) are unusual neoplasms, necessitating pancreaticoduodenectomy for cure. The aims of this study were to evaluate the prognostic importance of lymphatic and perineural invasion, long-term outcome of patients after resection, and differences in outcome with h...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Bortolasi L,Burgart LJ,Tsiotos GG,Luque-De León E,Sarr MG

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Emergency surgery impairs postoperative outcomes in colorectal cancer patients. No study has assessed the relationship between obesity and postoperative results in this setting. OBJECTIVE:To compare the results of emergency surgery for obstructive colon cancer (OCC) in an obese patient population with those...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Genser L,Manceau G,Mege D,Bridoux V,Lakkis Z,Venara A,Voron T,Bege T,Sielezneff I,Karoui M,on behalf of the AFC (French Surgical Association) Working Group.

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To prove further the safety of primary closure of the common bile duct. METHOD:Twenty patients among 99 common bile duct explorations underwent primary closure. Pre- and postoperative liver function test, ultrasound and intraoperative cholangiography data, operation time, postoperative complications and the length...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Tu Z,Li J,Xin H,Zhu Q,Cai T

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Morbidity following pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) has been reported to remain high. This study sought to measure the peak Hounsfield units (HUs) of visceral attenuation in patients undergoing PD and to assess the quality of adipocytes by comparing these measurements with perioperative factors. METHODS:Patien...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Hikita K,Chiba N,Nakagawa M,Koganezawa I,Yokozuka K,Kobayashi T,Sano T,Tomita K,Tsutsui R,Hirano H,Kawachi S

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation (PcRFA) provides alternative means of treating patients with unresectable colorectal liver metastases. We previously reported our initial experience in 30 patients treated with PcRFA. We present the final long-term results in these 30 patients. METHODS:The final outcom...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Suppiah A,White TJ,Roy-Choudhury SH,Breen DJ,Cast J,Maraveyas A,Hartley JE,Monson JR

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Although the diagnostic value of fluorine-18 2-fluoro-2-deoxy-D-glucose (F-18-FDG) positron emission tomography/computed tomography (F-18-FDG-PET/CT) in patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) has been reported, the association between the F-18-FDG uptake in metastatic lymph nodes (FDGLN) and clinicopatho...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Sasaki K,Kawasaki H,Sato M,Koyama K,Yoshimi F,Nagai H

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this review is to summarize the available evidence for changes in bile composition following liver surgery and assess their use in predicting post-operative complications. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A literature search was undertaken for all studies focusing on bile composition, bile volume and anal...

journal_title：Digestive surgery

authors： Gravante G,Knowles T,Ong SL,Al-Taan O,Metcalfe M,Dennison AR,Lloyd DM

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00