Current Definition of and Controversial Issues Regarding Postoperative Pancreatic Fistulas.

abstract：:We report herein three cases of inflammatory myoglandular polyp (IMGP) presenting as hematochezia. The polyps had pedunculated, red, and smooth features, and were 12, 12, and 15 mm in diameter and located in the sigmoid colon, transverse colon, and rectum, respectively. Endoscopic polypectomies were performed. Histolo...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Chung SH,Son BK,Park YS,Jo YJ,Kim SH,Jun DW,Cheong ES,Lee WM,Ju JE

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), a new and potentially curative method for treating gastrointestinal neoplasms, may have longer procedure time and the risk of complications when compared to conventional endoscopic mucosal resection. This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of ESD in patients ...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Kim BJ,Chang TH,Kim JJ,Min BH,Lee JH,Son HJ,Rhee PL,Rhee JC,Kim KM,Park CK

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Bacteremia following endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a severe complication, but the risk factors for this condition have not yet been clearly determined. Thus, the aim of this study was to investigate the risk factors of post-ERCP bacteremia. METHODS:Among patients who underwen...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Kwak MS,Jang ES,Ryu JK,Kim YT,Yoon YB,Park JK

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background/Aims:Data regarding the prognosis of early esophageal cancer are lacking. This study investigated the long-term outcomes and factors affecting the survival of patients with mucosal esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (T1aESCC). Methods:We analyzed the clinical and tumor-specific parameters of 263 patients wh...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Kim GH,Na HK,Ahn JY,Lee JH,Jung KW,Kim DH,Kim HR,Choi KD,Song HJ,Kim YH,Lee GH,Jung HY,Park SI

更新日期：2021-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:The quality of bowel preparation (QBP) is the important factor in performing a successful colonoscopy. Several factors influencing QBP have been reported; however, some factors, such as the optimal preparation-to-colonoscopy time interval, remain controversial. This study aimed to determine the factors ...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Kim TK,Kim HW,Kim SJ,Ha JK,Jang HH,Hong YM,Park SB,Choi CW,Kang DH

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of self-expanding metallic stents in the upper gastrointestinal tract, placed under radiologic imaging or endoscopic guidance, is the current treatment of choice for the palliation of malignant gastrointestinal outlet obstructions. Advances in metallic stent design and delivery systems have progressed to the s...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Kang SG

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most patients who require biliary drainage can be treated by endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)- guided procedures. However, ERCP can be challenging in patients with complications, such as malignant duodenal obstruction, or a surgically-altered anatomy, such as a Rouxen- Y anastomosis, which prevent...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Ogura T,Higuchi K

更新日期：2020-07-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:We evaluated the characteristics of the National Cancer Screening Program (NCSP) and opinions regarding the National Endoscopy Quality Improvement Program (NEQIP). METHODS:We surveyed physicians performing esophagogastroduodenoscopy and/or colonoscopy screenings as part of the NCSP via e-mail between J...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Cha JM,Moon JS,Chung IK,Kim JO,Im JP,Cho YK,Kim HG,Lee SK,Lee HL,Jang JY,Kim ES,Jung Y,Moon CM,Kim Y,Park BY

更新日期：2016-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Aging gastric mucosa is known to have decreased mucosal defenses and increased susceptibility to injury by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Depending on the type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), the underlying mechanisms and the extent of damage to the stomach or intestine may differ...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Seo PJ,Kim N,Kim JH,Lee BH,Nam RH,Lee HS,Park JH,Lee MK,Chang H,Jung HC,Song IS

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Esophageal intramural pseudodiverticulosis (EIP) is a rare benign disease that is characterized by multiple tiny flask-shaped outpouching lesions of the esophageal wall. The etiology is unknown, but the pathologic findings include dilatation of excretory ducts of submucosal glands. The predominant symptom is dysphagia...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Chon YE,Hwang S,Jung KS,Lee HJ,Lee SG,Shin SK,Lee YC

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:M2 pyruvate kinase (M2-PK) is an enzyme that is produced in undifferentiated and proliferating tissues. This study aims to evaluate the usefulness of the immunochromatographic M2 pyruvate kinase (iM2-PK) for the screening of colorectal cancer (CRC) and premalignant lesions. METHODS:Healthy volunteers a...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Kim YC,Kim JH,Cheung DY,Kim TH,Jun EJ,Oh JW,Kim CW,Chung WC,Kim BW,Kim SS,Kim JI,Park SH,Kim JK

更新日期：2015-09-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Recent data from Western populations have suggested that patients with sporadic duodenal adenomas are at a higher risk for the development of colorectal neoplasia. In this study, we compared the frequency of colorectal neoplasia in patients with sporadic duodenal adenomas to healthy control subjects. M...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Chung WC,Lee BI,Roh SY,Kwak JW,Hwang SM,Ko YH,Oh JH,Cho H,Chae HS,Cho YS

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background/Aims:Information regarding the efficacy of early infliximab treatment in pediatric patients with Crohn's disease (CD) is limited. We aimed to evaluate the impact of early combined immunosuppression on linear growth in pediatric patients with CD by performing step-up comparisons. Methods:This retrospective s...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Choi J,Kang B,Kim MJ,Sohn I,Lee HJ,Choe YH

更新日期：2018-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Signal transducers and activators of transcription (STATs) are a family of transcription factors that are activated in response to cytokines and growth factors. STAT3 activation has been implicated in modulating the activity of downstream mediators, such as Bcl-xL and matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2)....

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Lee SW,Ahn YY,Kim YS,Kang SB,Nam SW,Lee DS,Jeong HY,Kim JM

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:The pathophysiologic mechanism of rectal hyposensitivity (RH) is not well documented, and the significance of RH in biofeedback therapy (BFT) has not been evaluated. Thus, we aimed to assess the effect of BFT in constipated patients according to the presence of RH. METHODS:Five hundred and ninety const...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Ahn JY,Myung SJ,Jung KW,Yang DH,Koo HS,Seo SY,Yoon IJ,Kim KJ,Ye BD,Byeon JS,Jung HY,Yang SK,Kim JH

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cap polyposis is a rare disorder with characteristic endoscopic and histological features; its etiology is still unknown, and no specific treatment has been established. We report a case of cap polyposis that improved remarkably after infliximab infusion and had no recurrence for 3 years. ...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Kim ES,Jeen YT,Keum B,Seo YS,Chun HJ,Um SH,Kim CD,Ryu HS

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:To evaluate the usefulness and safety of treating disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) complicating cholangitis primarily with antithrombin (AT) and thrombomodulin (rTM). METHODS:A DIC treatment algorithm was determined on the basis of plasma AT III levels at the time of DIC diagnosis and DIC s...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Nakahara K,Okuse C,Adachi S,Suetani K,Kitagawa S,Okano M,Michikawa Y,Takagi R,Shigefuku R,Itoh F

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The guideline for the management of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) was first developed in 2003 and revised in 2009 by the Korean Liver Cancer Study Group and the National Cancer Center, Korea. Since then, many studies on HCC have been carried out in Korea and other countries. In particular, a substantial body of knowl...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Korean Liver Cancer Study Group (KLCSG).,National Cancer Center, Korea (NCC).

更新日期：2015-05-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Whether Helicobacter pylori eradication actually reduces the risk of metachronous gastric cancer (MGC) development remains a controversial question. In this review, we addressed this topic by reviewing the results of clinical investigations and molecular pathological analyses of the roles of H. pylori eradication and ...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Watari J,Tomita T,Tozawa K,Oshima T,Fukui H,Miwa H

更新日期：2020-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Although several groups have demonstrated the usefulness of natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES), there is still concern about frequent serious adverse events. We performed this study to determine the technical feasibility and safety of pure NOTES with a transgastric approach in a por...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Song TJ,Seo DW,Kim SH,Park DH,Lee SS,Lee SK,Kim MH

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A systematic review (SR) provides the best and most objective analysis of the existing evidence in a particular field. SRs and derived conclusions are essential for evidence-based strategies in medicine and evidence-based guidelines in clinical practice. The popularity of SRs has also increased markedly in the field o...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Kim G,Cho YZ,Baik SK

更新日期：2015-11-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Pseudoachalasia secondary to primary squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the liver is extremely rare and has not been reported until now. Here, we report a unique case of primary SCC of the liver initially presenting with progressive dysphagia along with short periods of significant weight loss. A 58-year-old man initial...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Choi MK,Kim GH,Song GA,Nam HS,Yi YS,Ahn KH,Kim S,Kim JY,Park DY

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:To prospectively evaluate our palliative management of unresectable cholangiocarcinoma (CC) treated with tailored multimodal oncological therapy. METHODS:Between January 2005 and January 2010, 50 consecutive patients with unresectable CC and jaundice were palliated with percutaneous drainage. Forty-thr...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Andrašina T,Válek V,Pánek J,Kala Z,Kiss I,Tuček S,Slampa P

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background/Aims:Although studies using conventional animal models have shown that specific stressors cause irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), it is unclear whether depression itself causes IBS. Our aim was to establish a rat model to determine if depression itself promotes the onset of IBS and to elucidate the role of gut...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Takajo T,Tomita K,Tsuchihashi H,Enomoto S,Tanichi M,Toda H,Okada Y,Furuhashi H,Sugihara N,Wada A,Horiuchi K,Inaba K,Hanawa Y,Shibuya N,Shirakabe K,Higashiyama M,Kurihara C,Watanabe C,Komoto S,Nagao S,Kimura K,Mi

更新日期：2019-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Ischemic colitis includes a wide clinical spectrum ranging from mild to severe forms. This study aimed to determine the factors that are related to the occurrence of severe ischemic colitis. METHODS:This multicenter study was conducted retrospectively in Korea. The patients were divided into mild and s...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Choi SR,Jee SR,Song GA,Park SJ,Lee JH,Song CS,Park HU

更新日期：2015-11-23 00:00:00

abstract：Background/Aims:Helicobacter pylori is a major risk factor for atrophic gastritis (AG) and gastric cancer. The correlation between H. pylori, AG and colorectal neoplasm (CRN) has only been examined in a limited number of studies, and findings have been inconclusive. We aimed to investigate the association between H. py...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Lee JY,Park HW,Choi JY,Lee JS,Koo JE,Chung EJ,Chang HS,Choe J,Yang DH,Myung SJ,Jung HY,Yang SK,Byeon JS

更新日期：2016-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:Although colorectal endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD)-related perforation is not uncommon, the factors affecting clinical outcomes after perforation have not been investigated. This study was designed to investigate the factors influencing the clinical course of ESD-related colon perforation. METH...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Kang DU,Choi Y,Lee HS,Lee HJ,Park SH,Yang DH,Yoon SM,Kim KJ,Ye BD,Myung SJ,Yang SK,Kim JH,Byeon JS

更新日期：2016-05-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Serrated polyps are considered precursor lesions that account for 15% to 30% of colorectal cancers, and they are overrepresented as a cause of interval cancers. They are difficult to detect and resect comprehensively; however, recent data suggest that high definition endoscopy, chromoendoscopy (via spray catheter, pum...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Gupta V,East JE

更新日期：2020-07-15 00:00:00

abstract：:The goal of antiviral therapy for patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is to attain a sustained virologic response (SVR), which is defined as undetectable serum HCV-RNA levels at 6 months after the cessation of treatment. Major improvements in antiviral therapy for chronic hepatitis C have occurred ...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Jang JY,Chung RT

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIMS:As the incidence rate of and mortality from pseudomembranous colitis (PMC) are increasing worldwide, it is important to study the simple predictive risk factors for PMC among patients with hospital-acquired diarrhea (HAD). This study focused on identifying the clinical risk factors that can easily predi...

journal_title：Gut and liver

authors： Yang BK,Do BJ,Kim EJ,Lee JU,Kim MH,Kang JG,Kim HS,Kim KH,Jang MK,Lee JH,Kim HY,Shin WG

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00