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The development of an objective test method to evaluate the (optical) quality of rigid endoscopes at the CSSD

, 2019
The quality of rigid endoscopes deteriorates during clinical use due to the sterilization process, mechanical forces and wear and tear during regular use.
van der Plaats, Lisa (author)
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Relationship Between Hospital Volume and Outcomes of Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy for Esophageal Cancer: Analysis of the National Clinical Database in Japan

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
According to multivariable analysis conducted using a hierarchical logistic regression model, using VHH as the reference group, the odds ratios for mortality by hospital volume category were as follows: VLH, 2.70 (p < 0.0001); LH, 1.72 (p = 0.052); MH, 1.70 (p = 0.034); and HH, 1.43 (p = 0.173).
Soji Ozawa, Hiraku Kumamaru, Yuko Kitagawa, Kazuo Koyanagi, Junya Oguma, Harushi Udagawa, Hiroaki Miyata, Yasushi Toh, Hisahiro Matsubara   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Pancreatic Atrophy: A Narrative Review and Surgical Interpretation

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
Pancreatic parenchymal atrophy pattern and intraoperative margin assessment guide surgical strategy. ABSTRACT Despite recent advances in multimodal management, pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma remains a fatal malignancy. Early detection of indirect findings of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma is essential to improve treatment outcomes, drawing ...
Rika Fujino, Ken‐ichi Okada, Yohei Masugi, Eisuke Iwasaki, Masaki Mori   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hidden Costs of Workflow Challenges in Endoscopy Units: Insights from a Multinational Survey. [PDF]

Endosc Int Open
Beilenhoff U, Schlag C, Wichmann D.
europepmc   +1 more source

Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis on the Efficacy and Safety of Salvage Esophagectomy for T4 Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
This meta‐analysis of 208 cases shows that salvage esophagectomy for cT4 esophageal squamous cell carcinoma achieves a 72% R0 resection rate, offering a curative pathway for selected patients. However, it remains a high‐risk procedure with an 18% anastomotic leak rate and 30% major complications (Clavien–Dindo ≥ III).
Makoto Sakai, Kengo Kuriyama, Kazue Nagai, Ken Shirabe, Hiroshi Saeki   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Quantitative Assessment of Endoscope Tip Angulation Performance in New Endoscopes: A Cross-Sectional Quality Improvement Study. [PDF]

Endosc Int Open
Kohli S, Kotwal V, Shah M, Ahluwalia D, Zhao E, Atluri S, Gandhi S.   +6 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Innovations in Gastric Cancer Surgery During Early Minimally Invasive Era and Future Perspectives

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
With continuing revelations in tumor biology and the emergence of artificial intelligence, new horizons for surgical innovation are opening. At the center of this transformative journey stands the innovative surgeon, driven by passion, guided by data, and steadfast in the commitment to patient safety and quality of life.
Reut El‐On, Young‐Woo Kim
wiley   +1 more source

Effectiveness of drying in digestive endoscope reprocessing: Systematic review on residual droplets and microorganisms. [PDF]

Endosc Int Open
Han C, Chen Y, Chen Y, Li Y, Jiang X, Song Q.   +5 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Pylorus‐Preserving Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer: Current Evidence and Future Directions

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
This review aims to outline the current evidence and future directions of PPG, focusing on the feasibility of extending its application beyond its traditional indications. ABSTRACT Pylorus‐preserving gastrectomy (PPG) is a function‐preserving surgery for clinically T1N0M0 (cT1N0M0) early gastric cancer (EGC) located in the middle third of the stomach ...
Sa‐Hong Kim, Hyuk‐Joon Lee
wiley   +1 more source

Successful endoscopic hemostasis of gastric ulcer bleeding in a low-birth-weight neonate. [PDF]

Clin Endosc
Takami S, Kurihara K, Yoshida R.
europepmc   +1 more source