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+7 more
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Health-related quality-of-life evaluation in epidermolysis bullosa: a scoping review protocol. [PDF]
Arias-Merino G+4 more
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This paper demonstrates that revisional/redo ileal pouch anal anastomosis (IPAA) surgery with concurrent biologic therapy provides a viable, stoma‐free alternative for patients with Crohn's disease‐like complications, showing a high functioning pouch rate and expanding options for managing pouch failure.
Mehmet Gulmez+8 more
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Patient and public involvement in the SPRUCE methodology study investigating electronic patient reported outcomes in oncology clinical trials. [PDF]
Stiles M+18 more
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Relationship Between Kyphosis and Postoperative Gastroesophageal Reflux After Proximal Gastrectomy
This study examined the relationship between kyphosis and postoperative gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) after proximal gastrectomy using a kyphosis definition that is familiar to surgeons for preoperative assessment. Multivariate analysis revealed that kyphosis is an independent risk factor for GERD after proximal gastrectomy.
Takaomi Ozawa+9 more
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Enhanced pre-recruitment framework for clinical trial questionnaires through the integration of large language models and knowledge graphs. [PDF]
Zihang C+5 more
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We conducted a cross‐organ review of surgical outcomes in older cancer patients based on literature cited in Japanese clinical guidelines. This study summarizes postoperative complication rates and survival outcomes across five major cancer types. The findings aim to support the development of geriatric oncology surgical guidelines tailored to Japan's ...
Chie Tanaka+14 more
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NutriNet-Brasil, a web-based prospective study on dietary patterns and risk of chronic diseases: cohort profile. [PDF]
Costa CDS+11 more
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The GLIM criteria are effective prognostic predictors in patients with resectable PDAC undergoing upfront surgery. Preoperative nutritional assessment using these criteria may contribute to determining treatment plans for resectable PDAC. ABSTRACT Aim Regarding the resectability of pancreatic adenocarcinoma (PDAC), not only anatomical factors but also ...
Takuya Mizumoto+9 more
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Evaluating the feasibility of study methods for a future trial-based economic evaluation of a multistage shared decision-making program for type 2 diabetes mellitus: Protocol for a cluster-randomized controlled pilot study. [PDF]
Tichler A+5 more
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