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ABSTRACT Gastric peroral endoscopic tunneled stricturotomy (G‐POETS) has emerged as a novel procedure to treat post‐sleeve gastrectomy stenosis. We present a case series highlighting the use of G‐POETS to treat sleeve stenosis. Clinical success was assessed using the Dakkak‐Bennett Dysphagia Score and the Gastroparesis Cardinal Symptom Index.
Shiv R. Patel +3 more
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Diabetes mellitus independently increases the risk of hepatic encephalopathy following TIPS placement in patients with cirrhosis. These findings emphasize the need for careful risk assessment in patients with cirrhosis and portal hypertension complications undergoing TIPS.
Michelle Spaan +16 more
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ABSTRACT Background and Aims Extrahepatic portal vein obstruction (EHPVO) is among the main causes of childhood portal hypertension. We analysed nationwide long‐term outcomes of EHPVO in relation to various management options. Methods In total, 62 consecutive patients with EHPVO diagnosed between 1987 and 2023 were followed up through hospital records ...
Topi Luoto +2 more
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A programmable interpenetrating double‐network architecture, created via 3D‐TIPS printing and resin infusion, synergistically combines thermoplastic and thermosetting elastomers to balance structural rigidity and surface softness—crucial for paediatric laryngeal stents.
Elizabeth F. Maughan +14 more
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Fetal trans-apical stent delivery into the pulmonary artery: prospects for prenatal heart-valve implantation [PDF]
OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to assess the technical feasibility of a fetal trans-apical stent delivery into the pulmonary artery using a novel hybrid-intervention technique as a possible route for prenatal minimally invasive heart-valve ...
Behr, Luc +7 more
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NFS1 Regulates IDH2 to Attenuate Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms via Interacting With SP2
The loss of NFS1 leads to its reduced binding with the transcription factor SP2, resulting in decreased expression of the downstream gene Idh2. This causes a shift in energy supply toward glycolysis in VSMCs, ultimately contributing to the occurrence and progression of AAA.
Luzheng Zhang +9 more
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CT Coronary Angiography with 100kV tube voltage and a low noise reconstruction filter in non-obese patients: evaluation of radiation dose and diagnostic quality of 2D and 3D image reconstructions using open source software (OsiriX) [PDF]
INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE. Computed tomography coronary angiography (CTCA) has seen a dramatic evolution in the last decade owing to the availability of multislice CT scanners with 64 detector rows and beyond.
FAGGIONI, LORENZO
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ABSTRACT Aim Spigelman stage IV duodenal polyposis (SP‐stage IV DP) is associated with high duodenal cancer risk in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). This study evaluated the surgical and oncological outcomes of pancreas‐sparing total duodenectomy (PSTD) as a surgical prophylaxis for severe duodenal polyposis in FAP.
Takehiro Shiraishi +8 more
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Understanding the ureter: challenges and opportunities [PDF]
Park, Alyssa, Venkatesh, Ramakrishna
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