Emerging Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases in Asia Pacific: Implications to Health Care in the Region (World Gastroenterology Organization: Asian Pacific Association of Gastroenterology Distinguished Global Lecture 2015).

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：: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：:Intestinal failure (IF) is a state in which the nutritional demands are not met by the gastrointestinal absorptive surface. A majority of IF cases are associated with short-bowel syndrome, which is a result of malabsorption after significant intestinal resection for numerous reasons, some of which include Crohn's dise...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Bharadwaj S,Tandon P,Meka K,Rivas JM,Jevenn A,Kuo NT,Steiger E

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Radiation therapy directed at the abdomen may damage the digestive tract, the type and extent of injury depending on the dose of the radiation and the radiation sensitivity of the gut. Characteristic early changes are manifest in the mucosa of the gut: for later ulceration, changes in the collagen tissues and particul...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Novak JM,Collins JT,Donowitz M,Farman J,Sheahan DG,Spiro HM

更新日期：1979-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOAL:The goal of this study was to evaluate the safety of propofol when used by gastroenterologists in patients who have an inadequate response to standard sedation (narcotics and benzodiazepines). BACKGROUND:Many patients fail to achieve adequate sedation from narcotics and benzodiazepines during colonoscopy. The adm...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Okeke FC,Shaw S,Hunt KK,Korsten MA,Rosman AS

更新日期：2016-09-01 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：BACKGROUND AND AIM:Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is one of the most lethal types of cancer; most patients die during the first 6 months after diagnosis. With a 5% 5-year survival rate, is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in developed countries. In this regard, several clinical, histopathologic and bio...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Macías N,Sayagués JM,Esteban C,Iglesias M,González LM,Quiñones-Sampedro J,Gutiérrez ML,Corchete LA,Abad MM,Bengoechea O,Muñoz-Bellvis L

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 39-year-old man had a 2-year history of fatigue, weight loss, drug-resistant ascites, and decreased intestinal motility. During adolescence he began to suffer frequent episodes of acute benign peritonitis that spontaneously subsided at age 35. The fact that his younger brother was taking colchicine for the same symp...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Gentiloni N,Febbraro S,Barone C,Lemmo G,Neri G,Zannoni G,Capelli A,Gasbarrini G

更新日期：1997-06-01 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：GOALS:The aim of this study was to determine the effect ofoctreotide on active or recent gastrointestinal bleeding from benign peptic ulcers. STUDY:This is a prospective, randomized study including 110 patients with gastric or duodenal peptic ulcers presenting with active spurting or oozing bleeding or nonbleeding vis...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Nikolopoulou VN,Thomopoulos KC,Katsakoulis EC,Vasilopoulos AG,Margaritis VG,Vagianos CE

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sigmoid volvulus in young adults is rare. It usually presents as chronic recurrent attacks of abdominal pain. The diagnosis is usually delayed because of a low level of suspicion. We present the case of a 17-year-old girl with recurrent episodes of sigmoid volvulus, to illustrate the problem. ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Krupsky S,Halevy A,Orda R

更新日期：1987-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Constipation is not a sign but a symptom, which is not measurable scientifically. It has emotional components and must be dealt with in a holistic manner. The scientific approach aims only at the physiological derangement and serves to place the complaint in a more objective perspective. An algorithm can be constructe...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Devroede G

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Infliximab is efficacious for refractory Crohn's disease, but delayed hypersensitivity reactions preclude retreatment for patients experiencing this complication. We report the results of four patients offered enrollment in an open label trial of thalidomide as "salvage" therapy for their refractory disease. Two patie...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Kane S,Stone LJ,Ehrenpreis E

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOALS:A clinical problem is posed by patients with symptoms suggestive of gluten sensitivity (diarrhea, weight loss, unresponsive iron-deficiency anemia, etc.); however, small intestinal biopsies reveal only minor abnormalities, such as lymphocytosis with or without crypt hyperplasia (Marsh I-II). Our aim was to assess...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Tursi A,Brandimarte G

更新日期：2003-01-01 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：:The role of psychosocial factors in peptic ulcer remains controversial. We have investigated the relationship between socioeconomic status, concrete stressors, and ulcers in a longitudinally followed, population-based cohort, taking confounding risk factors into account. A total of 6,928 adults completed the Alameda C...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Levenstein S,Kaplan GA,Smith M

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:This study evaluated the clinical significance of subclinical ascites in patients with hepatitis B virus-related cirrhosis treated with lamivudine (LMV) or entecavir (ETV). METHODS:This multicenter retrospective study involved 8 hospitals. Patients were classified by degree of ascites: (1) no ascit...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Yim SY,Lee JH,Ahn H,Kim SU,Kim SG,Kim YS,Kim JH,Choe WH,Kim TY,Jung YK,Suh SJ,Suk KT,An H,Yim HJ,Seo YS,Um SH

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cannabinoids have been known as the primary component of cannabis for decades, but the characterization of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) in the 1990s opened the doors for cannabis' use in modern medicine. The 2 main receptors of this system, cannabinoid receptors 1 and 2, are found on cells of various tissues, with...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Unal E,Anderson B,Helber A,Marks JH

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sjogren syndrome (SS) is an autoimmune disease that affects exocrine glands and therefore may affect the gastrointestinal system, from the mouth, esophagus, and bowel to the liver and pancreas. Oral involvement in SS is mainly characterized by dryness, with a wide spectrum of symptoms, from mild-to-severe xerostomia w...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Ebert EC

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastroesophageal varices are a direct consequence of portal hypertension. Nonselective beta-adrenergic blockers decrease portal pressure and are effective in preventing variceal hemorrhage. However, a large multicenter placebo-controlled trial demonstrates that nonselective beta-adrenergic blockers are not effective i...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Garcia-Tsao G

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aspirin is commonly accepted as a risk factor for gastric ulcer; however, there is little published evidence linking aspirin consumption to duodenal ulcer. The effect of 1 g of aspirin per day on site-specific ulcer hospitalizations was examined using data from a 3-year randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled tri...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Kurata JH,Abbey DE

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During a course of 10 biofeedback sessions in a single subject, the lower esophageal sphincter pressure measured with an open-tipped perfused catheter assembly showed significant and progressive increase with each session, until it reached normal levels. There was also a decrease in symptomatic reflux episodes, from t...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Gordon A,Gordon E,Berelowitz M,Bremner CH,Bremner CG

更新日期：1983-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A great deal is known about methods to diminish intragastric acid concentration, but far less is known about the ability of the gastroduodenal mucosa to resist injury or accelerate its healing. One group of compounds that plays a key role in the endogenous ability of the mucosa to protect itself against injury and per...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Hollander D,Tarnawski A

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acid-reducing drugs can cause increased growth of microbes, including fungus, because of high gastric pH. Our purpose was to evaluate the occurrence of mycotic infection in patients with duodenal ulcer on anti-ulcer therapy and to compare the effects of cimetidine, famotidine, and omeprazole. Eighty patients with duod...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Goenka MK,Kochhar R,Chakrabarti A,Kumar A,Gupta O,Talwar P,Mehta SK

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:There is no consensus concerning small bowel preparation before capsule endoscopy (CE). This study evaluated the effects of 4 regimens on small bowel cleansing and diagnostic yield. METHODS:Patients were randomly divided into 4 groups. Group A consumed a clear liquid diet after lunch on the da...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Chen HB,Huang Y,Chen SY,Song HW,Li XL,Dai DL,Xie JT,He S,Zhao YY,Huang C,Zhang SJ,Yang LN

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The epithelial cells of the stomach and duodenum are normally protected from the damaging effects of acid and pepsin by a balancing mechanism of mucosal resistance. If an imbalance occurs, peptic ulcer may result. Traditional teaching has emphasized the importance of acid (and pepsin) as the cause of this imbalance; h...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Peterson WL

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOALS:To report the clinical profile and natural course in a large series of patients with hypertriglyceridemia (HTG) and acute pancreatitis (AP). BACKGROUND:The natural history of HTG-related pancreatitis is poorly defined. STUDY:Medical records of 121 patients with serum triglycerides (TG) levels of ≥500 mg/dL suff...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Vipperla K,Somerville C,Furlan A,Koutroumpakis E,Saul M,Chennat J,Rabinovitz M,Whitcomb DC,Slivka A,Papachristou GI,Yadav D

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In up to 10% to 20% of colonoscopies, complete intubation of the colon may be considerably difficult. A principal cause of difficulty is looping of the endoscope shaft in a floppy, often tortuous segment of the colon that typically happens in the sigmoid colon. Also, if looping is not recognized and the scope is advan...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Hawari R,Pasricha PJ

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:The efficacy of 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP) in the treatment and long-term maintenance of remission of inflammatory bowel disease and prevention of recurrence after resection in Crohn's disease have been established. Concern about 6-MP toxicity remains, especially the development of neoplasm. The aim of...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Warman JI,Korelitz BI,Fleisher MR,Janardhanam R

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Maastricht 2-2000 guidelines on the current management of Helicobacter pylori infection were recently adopted by the Israeli Gastroenterological Association. GOAL:To determine the impact of these clinical guidelines on the current knowledge, attitudes, and management of H. pylori among primary care phys...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Shirin H,Birkenfeld S,Shevah O,Levine A,Epstein J,Boaz M,Niv Y,Avni Y

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00