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A case report of bleeding from duodenal varices treated with percutaneous transhepatic obliteration

International Journal of Gastrointestinal Intervention, 2019
Duodenal varices are ectopic in nature and account for 40% of all ectopic bleeding cases. Ectopic variceal bleeding is rare (1%-5% of all variceal bleeding cases).
Ji Hyun Lee, Tae Hwan Kim, Jong Won Choi, Sun Young Kim, Jin Young Choi, Chun Kyon Lee, Byung Kyu Park, Jae Bok Chung   +7 more
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Regional and patient characteristic disparities in the outcomes of minimally invasive surgery for colorectal cancer in Japan

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
This study aimed to clarify whether differences in minimally invasive surgery outcomes are associated with regional and patient characteristics. This study found regional and patient characteristic disparities in minimally invasive surgical outcomes; national policies should be implemented to address these inequities.
Atsushi Hamabe, Arata Takahashi, Hiraku Kumamaru, Hiroshi Hasegawa, Koki Otsuka, Yoshihiro Kakeji, Ken Shirabe, Masafumi Inomata, Yuko Kitagawa, Ichiro Takemasa   +9 more
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Current status, trends, and controversies in the selection of gastrectomy procedures: Insights from two nationwide questionnaire surveys conducted over a 7‐year interval in Japan

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
This study investigates the evolving trends and challenges in gastrectomy procedures in Japan, drawing on two nationwide surveys conducted in 2014 and 2021. Results show a significant shift toward minimally invasive and function‐preserving surgeries, such as laparoscopic and robot‐assisted gastrectomy, with an emphasis on enhancing postoperative ...
Koji Nakada, Hideyuki Kashiwagi, Shinichi Kinami, Hiroharu Yamashita, Nobuyoshi Hanyu, Atsushi Oshio, Michio Kaminishi, Yasuyuki Seto   +7 more
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Epidemiological disease burden and annual, nationwide health insurance treatment cost of female infertility based on real-world health insurance claims data in Hungary

BMC Health Services Research
Background Infertility affects more than 50 million couples worldwide, resulting in a significant burden on individuals and society. Its prevalence ranges from 8–12% among developed countries.
Dalma Pónusz-Kovács, Tímea Csákvári, Luca Fanni Sántics-Kajos, Diána Elmer, Róbert Pónusz, Bettina Kovács, Ákos Várnagy, Kálmán Kovács, József Bódis, Imre Boncz   +9 more
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Indirect assessment of hemorrhoid incidence using invasive treatment data in Japan: A 5‐year study based on nationwide health insurance claims

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
This study aimed to clarify the epidemiology of hemorrhoids by leveraging a comprehensive nationwide healthcare claims database in Japan. By analyzing invasive treatments for hemorrhoids over a 5‐year period (2018–2022), we identified key demographic patterns, including distinct bimodal peaks in incidence among males and females, and highlighted ...
Masamitsu Kido, Tomohiro Arita, Katsutoshi Shoda, Ken Inoue, Hiroyuki Okimura, Hiroki Shimizu, Jun Kiuchi, Kenji Nanishi, Atsushi Shiozaki   +8 more
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Perinatal and childhood outcomes of children born to female cancer survivors in South Korea

Scientific Reports
Despite the increasing number of female cancer survivors, uncertainty remains regarding potential adverse health outcomes for their offspring. Comprehensive population-based studies would be invaluable for female cancer survivors in making decisions ...
Ju Hyun Jin, Tae Mi Youk, Jisun Yun, Ja Yoon Heo   +3 more
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Effect of Intraoperative Posture on Accurate Diagnostic Rate of Intraoperative Nerve Monitoring During Esophagectomy

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
Adequate contact between the intubation tube and the vocal cord muscles is crucial for effective intraoperative nerve monitoring use during esophagectomy. Additionally, intraoperative posture significantly affects diagnostic outcomes and should be carefully considered.
Masami Yuda, Keita Takahashi, Yoshitaka Ishikawa, Takanori Kurogochi, Akira Matsumoto, Naoko Fukushima, Takahiro Masuda, Naoto Takahashi, Fumiaki Yano, Ken Eto   +9 more
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Efficacy of pulse oximetry for early diagnosis of pulmonary embolism after total knee arthroplasty

Knee Surgery & Related Research
Introduction Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment of pulmonary embolism (PE) are crucial for preventing severe complications after total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
Ju-Hyung Yoo, Sang-Hoon Park, Hyun-Cheol Oh, Joong-Won Ha, Han-Kook Yoon   +4 more
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Short‐ and Long‐Term Outcomes of Open, Laparoscopic, and Robot‐Assisted Surgery for Rectal Cancer

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
Robot‐assisted rectal resection demonstrated superior short and long‐term outcomes compared to laparoscopic and open approaches. ABSTRACT Background Robot‐assisted surgery has short‐term benefits in rectal cancer surgery; however, its long‐term advantages remain unclear. This study compared short‐ and long‐term outcomes of open, laparoscopic, and robot‐
Marie Hanaoka, Hiroyasu Kagawa, Ataru Igarashi, Hiroshi Yoshihara, Shinichi Yamauchi, Masanori Tokunaga, Lin Peng‐Lin, Minkyung Shin, Yusuke Kinugasa   +8 more
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Minimally Invasive Approach Utilizing Linear Stapler for Midline Incisional Hernia: Stapler Repair Technique

Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.
Stapler‐assisted midline hernia repair. ABSTRACT Aim We successfully established the stapler repair technique (SRT), a straightforward laparoscopic Rives‐Stoppa approach utilizing a linear stapler. This study retrospectively evaluated its short‐term outcomes to determine its safety and efficacy.
Sho Ueda, Takuya Saito, Kohei Yasui, Kentaro Shinohara, Yasuyuki Fukami, Kenitiro Kaneko, Tsuyoshi Sano   +6 more
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