Spontaneous umbilical fistula in Crohn's disease.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypoxic hepatitis (HH) occurring after gastrointestinal bleeding in cirrhotic patients has been scarcely studied and is reported as a rare occurrence carrying a severe prognosis. The management of bleeding from esophageal varices (BEV) and similarly the prognosis has improved in the last decades. GOALS:To e...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Amitrano L,Guardascione MA,Martino R,Manguso F,Menchise A,Balzano A

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To test our hypothesis that the erythrocytic sedimentation rate (ESR) correlates well with clinical activity in inflammatory disease of the colon, but not of the small bowel, we stratified 49 Crohn's disease patients according to their anatomic involvement and then measured the correlations between ESR and clinical ac...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Sachar DB,Luppescu NE,Bodian C,Shlien RD,Fabry TL,Gumaste VV

更新日期：1990-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor γ (PPARγ) is a nuclear receptor, originally described in adipose tissue, which controls the expression of a large number of regulatory genes in lipid metabolism and insulin sensitization. Well known by endocrinologists, thiazolidinedionesare classical PPARγ synthetic agonists...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Speca S,Dubuquoy L,Desreumaux P

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The main issue regarding the approach to the patient with uninvestigated dyspepsia is whether the symptoms are the result of an important clinical illness, which then determines the appropriate management strategy for the treatment of the symptoms. An initial trial of empiric antisecretory drugs is recommended for tho...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Graham DY,Rugge M

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dietary intake and plasma lipids were estimated in 200 patients with gallstones and 98 control subjects from a hospital in Northern India and were matched for age, sex, and social class. The intake of total calories and carbohydrates and the plasma triglyceride values were higher in all gallstone patients as compared ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Tandon RK,Saraya A,Paul S,Kapur BM

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this paper, I have focused on the issue of the clinical gastroenterologist who refuses to evaluate and endoscope the patient with AIDS. The discussion centers around the legal and ethical properties of such a decision, and the legal doctrine of abandonment. Finally, I have reviewed recent recommendations regarding ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Plumeri PA

更新日期：1984-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Leaky gut, or intestinal permeability, is the phenomenon of the gut wall exhibiting increased absorbency. It is pretty well recognised that an altered or damaged bowel lining or gut wall may result from unbalanced diet, parasites, infection, or medications and that this allows substances such as toxins, micr...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Del Piano M,Balzarini M,Carmagnola S,Pagliarulo M,Tari R,Nicola S,Deidda F,Pane M

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Forty-two patients underwent flexible sigmoidoscopy in the radiology department. After maximal insertion of the sigmoidoscope, a supine abdominal film documented the position of the tip of the instrument. Correlation with barium enema in all patients determined the extent of visualization of the colon relative to the ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Ott DJ,Wu WC,Gelfand DW

更新日期：1982-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the preoperative histologic diagnosis of leiomyosarcoma of the duodenum and review the clinical aspects and treatment of this tumor. The endoscopic techniques were critical in obtaining the diagnosis and deciding the treatment plan. ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Holst L,Burstein S,Morankar V,Goldberg M

更新日期：1983-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We looked for factors predicting the therapeutic outcome in 66 patients with severe ulcerative colitis treated with intravenous hydrocortisone or corticotropin (ACTH) for 10 days. Patients were randomized before therapy within strata defined by whether they had received oral corticosteroids continuously before the stu...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Meyers S,Lerer PK,Feuer EJ,Johnson JW,Janowitz HD

更新日期：1987-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Crohn's disease can be accompanied by extraintestinal manifestations. The authors report on a 39-year-old patient who presented with cheilitis granulomatosa as the first manifestation of Crohn's disease. Four years later, intestinal Crohn's disease was diagnosed. One year afterward, acute loss of visual acuity from op...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： van de Scheur MR,van der Waal RI,van Bodegraven AA,Völker-Dieben HJ,Starink TM,van der Waal I

更新日期：2002-05-01 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：:Bacterial overgrowth is frequent in patients with Crohn's disease (CD) and can contribute to symptoms. Motility abnormalities can predispose to bacterial overgrowth. The hydrogen (H2) and methane (CH4) breath test is a sensitive and simple tool for the diagnosis of bacterial overgrowth and for the evaluation of orocec...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Castiglione F,Del Vecchio Blanco G,Rispo A,Petrelli G,Amalfi G,Cozzolino A,Cuccaro I,Mazzacca G

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOALS/BACKGROUND:The importance of hepatitis B virus (HBV) genotype and mutations has been increasingly recognized. We aimed to determine HBV genotype, precore (PC), and basal core promoter region (BCP) mutations in a HBV multiethnic South Florida population. STUDY:Samples from 213 patients were tested for HBV-DNA usi...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Couto CA,Levy C,Morris CJ,Hill M,de Medina M,Sanborn MR,Cloherty GA,Schiff ER,Martin P

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of antidepressants to treat patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has been extended in recent years because of their possible neuromodulatory and analgesic effects, generally in doses that do not have antidepressant effects. There seems to be sufficient evidence to support the recommendation that psycho...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Wald A

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOAL:To assess the number of chronic hepatitis C patients eligible for therapy. BACKGROUND:Recent studies have shown improved response rates to treatment of chronic hepatitis C infection. However, treatment with interferon alfa has major side effects, and many patients may not be eligible for therapy. STUDY:One hundr...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Muir AJ,Provenzale D

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Granular cell myoblastoma, a rare, but generally benign tumor, is being encountered with increasing frequency in the digestive tract. Seventy-two cases have been described in the esophagus; we report two additional cases. A follow-up, available in 13 patients (including ours), reveals a low likelihood of malignant tra...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Subramanyam K,Shannon CR,Patterson M,Davis M,Gourley WK

更新日期：1984-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common bacterial infection in women. Most UTIs are acute uncomplicated cystitis caused by Escherichia coli (86%). This study was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of an association of a cranberry dry extract, D-mannose, a gelling complex composed of the exopo...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Vicariotto F

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) commonly affects women of childbearing age, leading to concerns about the effects of the disease on fertility and pregnancy, the effect of pregnancy on the disease, and the diagnosis and treatment of IBD in the pregnancy women. The literature regarding these issues is reviewed, and a r...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Vender RJ,Spiro HM

更新日期：1982-06-01 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：:There are >1.5 billion people with chronic liver disease worldwide, causing liver diseases to be a significant global health issue. Diffuse parenchymal liver diseases, including hepatic steatosis, fibrosis, metabolic diseases, and hepatitis cause chronic liver injury and may progress to fibrosis and eventually hepatoc...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Ghadimi M,Habibabadi RR,Hazhirkarzar B,Shaghaghi M,Ameli S,Khoshpouri P,Ghasabeh MA,Gurakar A,Pawlik TM,Kamel IR

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Beneficial findings concerning probiotics are increasing day by day. However, one of the most important parameter which affects the probiotic activity of a microorganism is its survival during the gastroduodenal transit. Some microencapsulation techniques could be applied to bacterial cells to improve this p...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Del Piano M,Carmagnola S,Andorno S,Pagliarulo M,Tari R,Mogna L,Strozzi GP,Sforza F,Capurso L

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty-five consecutive patients with acute hematochezia, negative gastric aspirates, and negative sigmoidoscopy underwent urgent colonoscopy after Golytely purgation. Mucosal visualization was excellent. Colonic bleeding lesions were identified in 24 of 35 patients, and hemorrhage originating proximal to the ileoceal...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Caos A,Benner KG,Manier J,McCarthy DM,Blessing LD,Katon RM,Gogel HK

更新日期：1986-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Among the factors involved in the pathogenesis of gastric ulcer, the reduced clearing capacity of the stomach seems to play an important role. On this basis, cisapride, which improves gastrointestinal motility, enhances gastric emptying, and prevents duodenogastric reflux, may be effective in the treatment of the gast...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Testoni PA,Bagnolo F,Buizza M,Masci E,Toti GL,Spinelli A,Manzi G

更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ultrastructure of microvessels in the gastric mucosa of patients with atrophic gastritis was investigated. In the gastric mucosa of atrophic gastritis, the endothelial cells of microvessels were irregularly swollen and subendothelial spaces were enlarged. The basement membrane underlying the endothelium was thicke...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Taniguchi Y,Kimura K,Yoshida Y,Seki M,Kumakura Y,Satoh K,Kihira K,Ido K,Mato M

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent studies have analyzed the potential of advanced endoscopic imaging techniques for differentiating hyperplastic and adenomatous colorectal lesions. Latest endoscopic resection techniques now also allow for treatment of more advanced staged lesions including treatment of early cancerous lesions. AIMS:T...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Albrecht H,Nägel A,Tasdelen H,Rath T,Grauer M,Vieth M,Neurath MF,Neumann H

更新日期：2016-11-01 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：BACKGROUND:Helicobacter pylori infection has been linked with the development of gastric adenocarcinoma and its precursor lesion, intestinal metaplasia (IM). The presence of gastric IM is not associated with symptoms, which makes identification of individuals with this lesion difficult. It is not clear whether eradicat...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Morales TG,Sampliner RE,Camargo E,Marquis S,Garewal HS,Fennerty MB

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the last 2 decades, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) has evolved from a noninvasive diagnostic tool to a combined diagnostic and therapeutic modality. The use of EUS complementary to endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) has made possible biliary and pancreatic drainage in situations where conventional...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Gavini H,Lee JH

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-A, non-B viral hepatitis may cause many different hematologic abnormalities, such as transient anemia, granulocytopenia, thrombocytopenia, atypical lymphcytosis, or aplastic anemia. We describe a patient who developed a myelodysplastic syndrome (refractory anemia with excess blasts) after prednisone therapy for no...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Jacoby RF,Brasitus TA

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00