Biliary tract obstruction secondary to mycosis fungoides: a case report.

abstract：:Endoscopic placement of nasoenteric feeding tubes is a common technique used in clinical practice. However, use of the endoscopic "drag and pull" method to pull the tube into position by grasping the feeding tube with a biopsy forceps requires considerable skill. In this paper, we describe a modified suture, which mar...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Chang WK,McClave SA,Chao YC

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/GOALS:The endoscopic treatment of ampullary adenomas is established; however, the false-negative rate of endoscopic biopsy for carcinoma is 20% to 30%, and it remains uncertain whether identifiable features predict malignancy. Our aim in this study was to evaluate the predictable factors of malignancy in amp...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Kim HN,Kim KM,Shin JU,Lee JK,Lee KT,Lee KH,Kim KM,Lim JH

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Data on Asian patients who present to primary care physicians with dyspepsia are limited. AIM:To determine predictors of response to a trial of proton pump inhibitor therapy. METHOD:One hundred ninety patients presenting to their general practitioners with dyspeptic symptoms but without alarm symptoms, und...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Gwee KA,Hwang JE,Ho KY,Yeoh KG,Lum CF,Ang PK

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The bewildering array of medications in the therapy of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) often confounds the clinician in the choice of specific agents regarding the balance between safety and efficacy. This review surveys and evaluates currently available IBD therapies as well as those used in clinical trials of ulcer...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Katz S

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Immunohistochemical staining using a specific monoclonal antibody against sulfatide was performed to examine cellular localization of sulfatides in normal human gastric mucosa and in various types of gastric carcinoma. In normal gastric mucosa without Helicobacter pylori infection, both epithelial and glandular cells ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Osawa H,Sugano K,Igari T,Tai T,Iwamori M,Kawakami M

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multiple lymphomatous polyposis is very rare. We report two cases affecting duodenum, small intestine and colon/rectum, both with extensive disease, making radical surgery impossible and chemotherapy the treatment of choice. One patient died 23 days after initial treatment of myocardial infiltration, and the other is ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Norum J,Hovde O,Stalsberg H

更新日期：1994-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The recognition of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) as a major cause of gastroduodenal diseases has led to the use of antibiotics to treat these diseases. However, antibiotics used alone are not very effective, and adjuvant therapy is required. The most potent adjuvant therapy consists of increasing the stomach pH with...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Mégraud F

更新日期：1995-01-01 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：:The correlation of serum hepatitis C virus (HCV) titers to the progression of type C chronic liver disease remains controversial. We have investigated the relationship between serum HCV titers and different histological stages of chronic liver disease, including chronic persistent hepatitis (CPH), chronic active hepat...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Kao JH,Lai MY,Chen PJ,Hwang LH,Chen DS

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The cure for hepatitis B is defined as the hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) seroclearance and/or seroconversion. Predictors of spontaneous seroconversion are not well described. The objective of this study is to identify predictors of spontaneous HBsAg seroconversion from community practice. METHODS:We p...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Wu CF,Fong TM,Wu SS,Saab S

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of heterotopic liver of the jejunum confirmed by electron microscopy in a 2-year-old girl is described. We review the literature regarding heterotopic liver and discuss its embryogenesis. We suggest that in our case, there was trapping of hepatocyte-destined mesenchyme prior to biliary tree development. ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Newland JR,Markin RS,Wilson RB,Jones JW

更新日期：1989-08-01 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：:Duodenal neoplasms are a rare and not often considered cause of massive upper gastrointestinal bleeding. During a 4-year period, 859 endoscopies in patients with upper gastrointestinal bleeding revealed a duodenal tumor to be the cause of bleeding in eight patients. Three patients had a primary duodenal neoplasm, two ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Sharon P,Stalnikovicz R,Rachmilewitz D

更新日期：1982-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aims of this study were to analyze the overall survival of patients with cirrhosis and small hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and identify independent pretreatment predictors of survival in Brazil. METHODS:Between 1998 and 2003, 74 patients with cirrhosis and small HCC were evaluated. Predictors of surviv...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Kikuchi LO,Paranaguá-Vezozzo DC,Chagas AL,Mello ES,Alves VA,Farias AQ,Pietrobon R,Carrilho FJ

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOAL:The purpose of this study was to characterize outcomes of esophagorespiratory fistulas (ERF) by etiology and initial treatment strategy. BACKGROUND:ERF is a morbid condition for which optimal treatment strategies and outcomes are still in evolution. STUDY:Medical records and images were reviewed for all patients...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Lenz CJ,Bick BL,Katzka D,Nichols FC,Depew ZS,Wong Kee Song LM,Baron TH,Buttar NS,Maldonado F,Enders FT,Harmsen WS,Dierkhising RA,Topazian MD

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two preparations of acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) were tested for their effects on gastroduodenal mucosa in a randomized crossover double-blind study that involved 12 healthy volunteers. Medication M (Monobeltin) consisted of 1,050 mg ASA provided with an enteric coat and medication C (Colfarit) consisted of 1,000 mg of ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Malfertheiner P,Stanescu A,Rogatti W,Ditschuneit H

更新日期：1988-06-01 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:The authors aimed to compare preperistaltic distal esophageal pressure in patients with esophagogastric junction outflow obstruction (EGJOO) with and without reported dysphagia. BACKGROUND:Manometric EGJOO is characterized by elevated integral relaxation pressure (>15 mm Hg) without achalasia. The nomenclature i...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Csucska M,Masuda T,Bremner RM,Mittal SK

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) is an immune mediated chronic liver disease with a prevalence of 17 cases/100,000. Resistance to the standard treatment of AIH (prednisone and azathioprine) occurs in 15% to 20%. There is currently no standard treatment of patients with steroid refractory AIH. GOALS:Determine the ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Aqel BA,Machicao V,Rosser B,Satyanarayana R,Harnois DM,Dickson RC

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We documented the natural history of esophageal carcinoma and its rapid growth by measuring the change in tumor diameter radiographically in 10 patients during an observation period because the diagnosis had been missed. Nine men and one woman (age range, 48-74 years; mean, 60 years) were included in the study. Eight ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Haruma K,Tokutomi T,Yoshihara M,Sumii K,Kajiyama G

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:6-mercaptopurine (6-MP) and azathioprine (AZA) are used to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Side effects include infection, leukopenia, hepatitis, and pancreatitis. The level of thiopurine methyltransferase (TPMT), which metabolizes 6-MP to 6-methylmercaptopurine, may reflect the risk of side effects. We sought...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Kader HA,Wenner WJ Jr,Telega GW,Maller ES,Baldassano RN

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Between 1984 and 1992, 14 cases of "secondary" achalasia were diagnosed at our institution, five due to malignancy and nine as a result of esophageal or paraesophageal surgery. Preoperative manometry had excluded preexistent achalasia in eight of nine of the latter patients. Dysphagia developed immediately postoperati...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Ellingson TL,Kozarek RA,Gelfand MD,Botoman AV,Patterson DJ

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past there has been reliance on heartburn and acid regurgitation as the cardinal symptoms of gastro-esophageal reflux. Now it is recognized that diverse additional symptoms including extraesophageal manifestations are essential components of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Furthermore, previous reliance...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Modlin IM,Malfertheiner P,Hunt RH,Armstrong D,Holtmann G,Quigley EM,Spechler SJ

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a double-blind placebo-controlled study, we examined the effect of calcitonin on gastric emptying, and on serum concentrations of gastrin, insulin, glucose, calcium, and phosphorus after a mixed solid-liquid meal in 11 healthy men. Synthetic salmon calcitonin was administered as a 415 pmol i.v. bolus injection foll...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Jonderko K,Jonderko G,Gołab T

更新日期：1990-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Unbuffered rapid urease test (RUT) is an accurate, rapid, and inexpensive method of detecting Helicobacter pylori. However, it is generally recommended to prepare the reagent daily. This prospective study was undertaken to evaluate the shelf-life of our unbuffered RUT at -20 degrees C. Two sets of antral biopsies (X2)...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Ng FH,Wong SY,Ng WF,Wong BC

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The response of plasma cyclic AMP to glucagon was investigated in 18 patients with acute liver injury to determine its value as a marker for the severity of the hepatic damage. We also investigated the interrelationship between plasma cyclic AMP response and the hyperglucagonemia often seen in this disease. Plasma cyc...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Miyakoshi H,Noda Y,Uchida S,Tanaka N,Noto Y,Kato Y,Kawai K,Hayakawa H,Kobayashi K,Hattori N

更新日期：1984-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Peutz-Jeghers syndrome is a malignancy-associated polyposis syndrome. We describe a histopathologic phenomenon easily encountered when examining the nature of Peutz-Jeghers polyps but that is underreported in the literature. This phenomenon of "pseudo-invasion" may mimic invasive carcinoma due to epithelial displaceme...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Westerman AM,van Velthuysen ML,Bac DJ,Schouten WR,Wilson JH

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The synthesis of prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) and leukotriene B4 (LTB4) in colonic mucosal cells was investigated in 7 patients and 10 controls. Biopsies obtained from the descending colon were isolated biochemically by a special technique and the suspension of isolated colonic cells was incubated during 45 min. Compared w...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Baumeister B,Schmidt C,Helisch A,Kipnowski J

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study we investigated the relationship between chronic gastric ulcers and the appearance of connexin 32 or connexin 43. Samples were taken endoscopically and the appearance of connexin 32 or connexin 43 was assessed by Western blotting using anticonnexin 32 or anticonnexin 43 antibodies. Normal gastric mucosa ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Mine T,Yusuda H,Kataoka A,Tajima A,Nagasawa J,Takano T

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The relationship of Helicobacter pylori and gastroduodenal disorders should be compared in the developing (DG) and developed (DD) nations (Table 1) for a better understanding of the etiopathogenesis of these disorders. Although chronic gastritis is widespread in the DG nations, benign and malignant gastric ulcer (GU) ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical gastroenterology

authors： Gill HH,Desai HG

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00