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BackgroundGallstones are the most prevalent cause of hospitalization among digestive disorders. For humans, sleep is an essential physiological function.
Jianwei Cao+5 more
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BU Medical Center press release [PDF]
Press release from the Boston University Medical ...
Boston University Medical Center, Office of Media Relations
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Fibronectin in human gallbladder bile: cholesterol pronucleating and/or mucin "link" protein? [PDF]
Some biliary proteins (pronucleators) seem to be essential factors for cholesterol crystal formation and crystal growth in bile. A recent study suggests that fibronectin is such a pronucleator in bile.
Del Pozo, Reginals+5 more
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Beyond Carrier Status: CFTR Heterozygosity as an Overlooked Clinical Risk Factor for Pancreatitis
CFTR carrier status detected via prenatal screening is associated with increased pancreatitis risk in women, but clinical recognition remains low. Integrating carrier results into electronic health records may enhance personalized care and aid in early diagnosis. ABSTRACT This study assessed the effect of CFTR pathogenic variant status, detected during
Lucas D. Richter+3 more
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Background Gallstones are a common hepatobiliary disorder. It is unclear whether cardiometabolic index (CMI) is associated with gallstones. The purpose of this study was to examine the association between CMI levels and gallstone prevalence among US ...
Jing Zheng+7 more
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Point-of-care Ultrasound Diagnosis of Emphysematous Cholecystitis [PDF]
A 49-year-old male presented to the emergency department with abdominal pain and generalized weakness. The physical examination was positive for right upper quadrant tenderness and positive Murphy’s sign.
Al Hammadi, Fadwa, Buhumaid, Rasha
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Liver Resection for Hepatic Adenoma [PDF]
Between 1970 and 1978, eight hepatic adenomas were resected. Four of the eight patients took oral contraceptive pills before the hepatic adenoma was identified; one patient was male. Four patients had evidence of bleeding at the time of presentation. The
Koep, LJ, Starzl, TE, Weil, R
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Summary After bariatric surgery, adherence to lifestyle recommendations is crucial. Health literacy and self‐efficacy may impact recovery after surgery. In this multicentre study performed in three hospitals in Sweden, we evaluated any relation between preoperative health literacy and general self‐efficacy on the one side and weight loss, health ...
Maria Jaensson+6 more
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Abdominal Symptoms and Incident Gallstones in a Population Unaware of Gallstone Status
Introduction. Symptoms associated with newly formed gallstones have never been studied in a population unaware of their gallstones. The objective of this population-based cohort study was to determine which debut of abdominal symptoms was associated with
Daniel Mønsted Shabanzadeh+2 more
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