This work introduces a starfish‐inspired magnetic soft robot for localized, long‐term inflammatory bowel disease therapy. Featuring biomimetic multi‐arm microspines and magnetic actuation, it navigates the gastrointestinal tract, adheres firmly, and releases drugs on demand, monitored by ultrasound, with validated biosafety and ex vivo therapeutic ...
Ziheng Xu +4 more
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The w-eCura system is a novel indicator of the need for salvage surgery after non-curable endoscopic submucosal dissection in early gastric cancer: A retrospective case-controlled study. [PDF]
Chen Y, Fu F, Lin J, Zheng X.
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Novel needle system for transmural access in therapeutic endoscopic ultrasound. [PDF]
Mazza S +6 more
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Laryngeal Ultrasound for Vocal Cord Palsy in Adults: A Meta‐Analysis of Diagnostic Studies
ABSTRACT Background The standard test to diagnose vocal cord palsy in adults is laryngoscopy, which is invasive, whereas laryngeal ultrasound (LUS) is an alternative, non‐invasive method. We conducted a systematic review to determine the accuracy of LUS in diagnosing VCP in adults.
Uday S. Rao, Shripada C. Rao
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Advanced Competencies for Endoscopy Nurses: A Rapid Review of Current Practices and Training Approaches. [PDF]
Minciullo A +4 more
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Systemic Corticosteroids in the Management of Sinonasal Disease: An Evidence‐Based Expert Review
ABSTRACT Background Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a prevalent, heterogeneous inflammatory disease associated with significant morbidity. Systemic corticosteroids (SCS) are commonly prescribed for their anti‐inflammatory effects, but cumulative exposure carries risks, including metabolic, cardiovascular, and skeletal complications.
Andrew Thamboo +28 more
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Burden and Predictors of Repeat Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy for Abdominal Pain, Heartburn, and Dysphagia in General Gastroenterology. [PDF]
Kathuria P, Shah ED.
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Objective Spondyloarthritides (SpA) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are immune‐mediated diseases with overlap in clinical and immunologic features. However, temporal correlation of SpA and IBD in individual patients and risk factors are not well characterized.
Manasi Agrawal +6 more
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Early diagnosis of colorectal cancer using Cerenkov luminescence endoscopy: a pilot trial involving humans for the first time. [PDF]
Yang Z +21 more
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ABSTRACT Background TNM‐9 Stage IB nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) encompasses markedly heterogeneous risk profiles, yet lacks reliable biomarkers to guide the choice between de‐escalation and intensification strategies. This study aimed to explore the prognostic significance of upper‐ and middle‐neck nodal involvement (UNI and MNI) in this population ...
Hanchuan Xu +13 more
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