Results 101 to 110 of about 83,305 (348)

Does primary tumor resection contribute to overall survival in unresectable synchronous metastatic colorectal cancer?

Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 2020
Background: Primary tumor resection (PTR) in metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) has not been suggested by guidelines, since new systemic chemotherapy options have improved overall survival. However, the effect of PTR is still controversial in mCRC.
Yakup Ergun, Oznur Bal, Mutlu Dogan, Gokhan Ucar, Merve Dirikoc, Yusuf Acikgoz, Ferhat Bacaksiz, Dogan Uncu   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

CD3+CD4+LAP+Foxp3-regulatory cells of the colonic lamina propria limit disease extension in ulcerative colitis [PDF]

, 2018
Background and Aims: In ulcerative colitis (UC), inflammation begins in the rectum and can extend proximally throughout the entire colon. The extension of inflammation is an important determinant of disease course, and may be limited by the action of ...
Amendola, Antonello, Boirivant, Monica, Borrini, Francesco, Butera, Alessia, De Nitto, Daniela, Di Carlo, Nazzareno, Frasca, Loredana, Lande, Roberto, Pica, Roberta, Pronio, Annamaria, Sanchez, Massimo   +10 more
core   +3 more sources

Association between the gut microbiome and neurodevelopmental outcomes in infants with congenital heart disease: A prospective cohort study

Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Children with congenital heart disease are at risk for poor neurodevelopment. The gut microbiome may influence neurodevelopmental outcomes through the gut‐brain axis. This study investigated the association of early‐life gut microbiome with neurodevelopmental outcomes.
Michael P. Fundora, Lily Dressner, Christina Calamaro, Ann‐Marie Brown, Amelia St. John, Rachael Keiffer, Nneka Alexander, Hui Huang, Scott Gillespie, Patricia Wei Denning, Kolby Sanders‐Lewis, Jinbing Bai   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

Balloon occlusion retrograde transvenous obliteration of gastric varices in two non-cirrhotic patients with portal vein thrombosis [PDF]

, 2014
This report describes two non-cirrhotic patients with portal vein thrombosis who underwent successful balloon occlusion retrograde transvenous obliteration (BRTO) of gastric varices with a satisfactory response and no complications.
Borghei, Peyman, Kim, Seung Kwon, Zuckerman, Darryl A.   +2 more
core   +2 more sources

Anti‐tumor necrosis factor‐α monotherapy versus combo therapy with immunosuppressant in pediatric inflammatory bowel disease: A real‐life study

Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, EarlyView.
Abstract Objectives The aim of the study is to evaluate the efficacy of anti‐tumor necrosis factor (TNF)‐α monotherapy versus combination anti‐TNF‐α and immunosuppressive therapy. Methods A single‐center, retrospective, observational study was conducted on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) children.
Flora Fedele, Massimo Martinelli, Caterina Strisciuglio, Elena Scarpato, Annamaria Staiano, Erasmo Miele   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Dolichocolon is common in pediatric gastroenterology patients with constipation and associated complaints

Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, EarlyView.
Abstract Objectives Dolichocolon (DC), classified under ICD‐10 code Q43.8 (“Other specified congenital malformations of intestine”), refers to an elongated or redundant large intestine. Recent studies in adults indicate a role for dolichocolon in constipation and disorders of gut‐brain interaction.
David Simon, Donovan Berens, Raul Zambrana Valenzuela, Arvind Mohan, Partha Chakraborty, Timot Kellermayer, Eric H. Chiou, Craig L. Jensen, Ricardo A. Arbizu, Marla B. K. Sammer, Richard Kellermayer   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Transversus abdominis plane block reduces remifentanil and propofol consumption, evaluated by closed-loop titration guided by bispectral index. [PDF]

, 2018
The present prospective, randomized, double-blind study aimed to determine the impact of transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block on propofol and remifentanil consumption, when administered by closed-loop titration guided by processed ...
Jiang, Mei-Ru, Li, Tao, Liu, Gang-Gang, Liu, Hong, Ma, Jiahai, Sun, Qiao-Xia, Wang, Xue-Yan, Zhou, Jon   +7 more
core  

Toxic megacolon: A rare presentation and novel treatment

JPGN Reports, EarlyView.
Abstract A 14‐year‐old male presented with toxic megacolon (TM). Stool culture and rectal biopsies ruled out Clostridium difficile infection and Hirschsprung disease, respectively. Anorectal manometry ruled out anal achalasia as rectoanal inhibitory reflex elicited a normal resting pressure.
Adrienne P. Davis, Jennifer M. Schuh, Janice Bitong, Amy J. Wagner   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Peritoneal adhesions after laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery [PDF]

, 2014
Although laparoscopy has the potential to reduce peritoneal trauma and post-operative peritoneal adhesion formation, only one randomized controlled trial and a few comparative retrospective clinical studies have addressed this issue.
MAIS, VALERIO
core   +1 more source

Perioperative utilization of JAK inhibitors in Perianal Fistulizing Crohn's disease

JPGN Reports, EarlyView.
Abstract With the recent approval of small molecule drugs such as upadacitinib in adult inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), their utilization is becoming more common; however, there is limited data on perioperative risks or optimal timing of cessation and resumption to mitigate flares. Current recommendations suggest holding these medications for 14 days
Alexander Lyons, Lindsey Lawrence, Samantha Saul   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source