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Abad Torrent A. [Presurgical fasting and pharmacological aspects of bronchoaspiration]. REVISTA ESPANOLA DE ANESTESIOLOGIA Y REANIMACION 2012; 60:361-4. [PMID: 23102823 DOI: 10.1016/j.redar.2012.09.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2012] [Revised: 09/05/2012] [Accepted: 09/08/2012] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- A Abad Torrent
- Servicio de Anestesiología, Reanimación y Terapéutica del Dolor, Hospital de Viladecans, Barcelona, España.
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Szatmári T, Mundt F, Heidari-Hamedani G, Zong F, Ferolla E, Alexeyenko A, Hjerpe A, Dobra K. Novel genes and pathways modulated by syndecan-1: implications for the proliferation and cell-cycle regulation of malignant mesothelioma cells. PLoS One 2012; 7:e48091. [PMID: 23144729 PMCID: PMC3483307 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0048091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2012] [Accepted: 09/19/2012] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
Abstract
Malignant pleural mesothelioma is a highly malignant tumor, originating from mesothelial cells of the serous cavities. In mesothelioma the expression of syndecan-1 correlates to epithelioid morphology and inhibition of growth and migration. Our previous data suggest a complex role of syndecan-1 in mesothelioma cell proliferation although the exact underlying molecular mechanisms are not completely elucidated. The aim of this study is therefore to disclose critical genes and pathways affected by syndecan-1 in mesothelioma; in order to better understand its importance for tumor cell growth and proliferation. We modulated the expression of syndecan-1 in a human mesothelioma cell line via both overexpression and silencing, and followed the transcriptomic responses with microarray analysis. To project the transcriptome analysis on the full-dimensional picture of cellular regulation, we applied pathway analysis using Ingenuity Pathway Analysis (IPA) and a novel method of network enrichment analysis (NEA) which elucidated signaling relations between differentially expressed genes and pathways acting via various molecular mechanisms. Syndecan-1 overexpression had profound effects on genes involved in regulation of cell growth, cell cycle progression, adhesion, migration and extracellular matrix organization. In particular, expression of several growth factors, interleukins, and enzymes of importance for heparan sulfate sulfation pattern, extracellular matrix proteins and proteoglycans were significantly altered. Syndecan-1 silencing had less powerful effect on the transcriptome compared to overexpression, which can be explained by the already low initial syndecan-1 level of these cells. Nevertheless, 14 genes showed response to both up- and downregulation of syndecan-1. The "cytokine - cytokine-receptor interaction", the TGF-β, EGF, VEGF and ERK/MAPK pathways were enriched in both experimental settings. Most strikingly, nearly all analyzed pathways related to cell cycle were enriched after syndecan-1 silencing and depleted after syndecan-1 overexpression. Syndecan-1 regulates proliferation in a highly complex way, although the exact contribution of the altered pathways necessitates further functional studies.
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- Tünde Szatmári
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Division of Pathology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.
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Novel genes and pathways modulated by syndecan-1: implications for the proliferation and cell-cycle regulation of malignant mesothelioma cells. PLoS One 2012. [PMID: 23144729 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0048091pone-d-12-14424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
Abstract
Malignant pleural mesothelioma is a highly malignant tumor, originating from mesothelial cells of the serous cavities. In mesothelioma the expression of syndecan-1 correlates to epithelioid morphology and inhibition of growth and migration. Our previous data suggest a complex role of syndecan-1 in mesothelioma cell proliferation although the exact underlying molecular mechanisms are not completely elucidated. The aim of this study is therefore to disclose critical genes and pathways affected by syndecan-1 in mesothelioma; in order to better understand its importance for tumor cell growth and proliferation. We modulated the expression of syndecan-1 in a human mesothelioma cell line via both overexpression and silencing, and followed the transcriptomic responses with microarray analysis. To project the transcriptome analysis on the full-dimensional picture of cellular regulation, we applied pathway analysis using Ingenuity Pathway Analysis (IPA) and a novel method of network enrichment analysis (NEA) which elucidated signaling relations between differentially expressed genes and pathways acting via various molecular mechanisms. Syndecan-1 overexpression had profound effects on genes involved in regulation of cell growth, cell cycle progression, adhesion, migration and extracellular matrix organization. In particular, expression of several growth factors, interleukins, and enzymes of importance for heparan sulfate sulfation pattern, extracellular matrix proteins and proteoglycans were significantly altered. Syndecan-1 silencing had less powerful effect on the transcriptome compared to overexpression, which can be explained by the already low initial syndecan-1 level of these cells. Nevertheless, 14 genes showed response to both up- and downregulation of syndecan-1. The "cytokine - cytokine-receptor interaction", the TGF-β, EGF, VEGF and ERK/MAPK pathways were enriched in both experimental settings. Most strikingly, nearly all analyzed pathways related to cell cycle were enriched after syndecan-1 silencing and depleted after syndecan-1 overexpression. Syndecan-1 regulates proliferation in a highly complex way, although the exact contribution of the altered pathways necessitates further functional studies.
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Loffroy R, Estivalet L, Cherblanc V, Sottier D, Guiu B, Cercueil JP, Krausé D. Transcatheter embolization as the new reference standard for endoscopically unmanageable upper gastrointestinal bleeding. World J Gastrointest Surg 2012; 4:223-7. [PMID: 23467300 PMCID: PMC3587468 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v4.i10.223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2012] [Revised: 09/15/2012] [Accepted: 10/01/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Acute nonvariceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) is a major medical emergency problem associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Endoscopy is considered the first method of choice to detect and treat UGIB. Endoscopic therapy usually achieves primary hemostasis, but 10%-30% of these patients have repeat bleeding. In patients in whom hemostasis is not achieved with endoscopic techniques, treatment with transcatheter angiographic embolization (TAE) or surgery is needed. Surgical intervention is usually an expeditious and gratifying endeavor, but it can be associated with high operative mortality rates. A large number of studies support the use of TAE as salvage therapy as an alternative to surgery. However, few studies have compared the results of TAE with that of emergency surgery in terms of efficiency, the frequency of repeat bleeding, and complications. Recently, Ang et al retrospectively compared the outcome of TAE and surgery as salvage therapy of UGIB after failed endoscopic treatment. There were no significant differences in 30 d mortality, complication rates and length of stay although higher rebleeding rates were observed after TAE compared with surgery. In this commentary, we discuss the advantages and drawbacks of these two therapeutic strategies for UGIB. We also attempt to define the exact role of TAE for acute nonvariceal UGIB.
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- Romaric Loffroy
- Romaric Loffroy, Louis Estivalet, Violaine Cherblanc, Damien Sottier, Boris Guiu, Jean-Pierre Cercueil, Denis Krausé, Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, University of Dijon School of Medicine, Bocage Teaching Hospital, 21079 Dijon Cedex, France
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Less commonly used and emerging clinical applications of SPECT-CT in benign and malignant disease. Nucl Med Commun 2012; 33:808-18. [PMID: 22743585 DOI: 10.1097/mnm.0b013e328355b6b8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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The emergence of hybrid imaging, combining anatomical computed tomography (CT) and functional single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), has greatly expanded the armoury available to image disease. Integrated SPECT-CT is a dual-modality technique, which improves the sensitivity and specificity of existing radionuclide studies and enables characterization of equivocal findings detected by conventional imaging. There is a wide range of established and emerging clinical applications for SPECT-CT, which were reviewed in detail at a symposium organized by the British Institute of Radiology in March 2012. A series of articles were commissioned as an adjunct to the symposium and to raise awareness of the clinical utility of this technique. The focus of this article is on less commonly used and emerging clinical applications of hybrid SPECT-CT in a spectrum of benign and malignant conditions. The article will illustrate the incremental value of the technique in a variety of clinical applications.
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Pancreatic imaging mimics: part 1, imaging mimics of pancreatic adenocarcinoma. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2012; 199:301-8. [PMID: 22826390 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.11.7907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this article is to describe the imaging features of diseases that may closely simulate pancreatic adenocarcinoma, either radiologically or pathologically. CONCLUSION Neoplastic and inflammatory diseases that can closely simulate pancreatic adenocarcinoma include neuroendocrine tumor, metastasis to the pancreas, lymphoma, groove pancreatitis, autoimmune pancreatitis, and focal chronic pancreatitis. Atypical imaging findings that should suggest diagnoses other than adenocarcinoma include the absence of significant duct dilatation, incidental detection, hypervascularity, large size (> 5 cm), IV tumor thrombus, and intralesional ducts or cysts.
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Laparoscopic colorectal surgery may be comparable with open techniques when considering oncological and long-term follow-up outcomes; however, there are a few operative complications specific to laparoscopic colorectal surgery. This article reviews the array of complications and discusses them in detail.
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Ríos A, López-Navas A, Ayala-García M, Sebastián MJ, Abdo-Cuza A, Martínez-Alarcón L, Ramírez EJ, Muñoz G, Suárez-López J, Castellanos R, González B, Martínez MÁ, Díaz E, Ramírez P, Parrilla P. [Attitudes among Spanish and Latin American non-medical health professionals to living donor liver transplantation]. GASTROENTEROLOGIA Y HEPATOLOGIA 2012; 35:625-33. [PMID: 23084665 DOI: 10.1016/j.gastrohep.2012.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2012] [Revised: 07/08/2012] [Accepted: 07/10/2012] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Hospital professionals are an opinion group that influences the general population. OBJECTIVE To analyze attitudes to living donor liver transplantation (LDLT) among non-medical professionals working in Spanish and Latin American hospitals and to determine the variables that influence these attitudes. MATERIAL AND METHOD A random sample, stratified by department, was selected from non-medical staff in the "International Donor Collaborative Project": there were three hospitals in Spain, five in Mexico and two in Cuba. Attitudes were evaluated through a validated, anonymous, self-administered questionnaire. RESULTS There were 951 non-medical professionals: 277 from Spain, 632 from Mexico and 42 from Cuba. A total of 86% (n = 818) were in favor of related living donation and 31% (n = 299) were in favor of unrelated living donation. This attitude was associated with the following: country (Mexico 88%, Cuba 83%, Spain 81%) (p =0.016), female sex (p =0.026), having experience of donation and transplantation (p =0.001), having a favorable attitude to donation (P <0.001), considering the possibility of needing a transplant (P <0.001), being in favor of living kidney donation (P <0.001), being willing to accept a transplant from a living donor if necessary (P <0.001), discussing donation and transplantation with the family and partner (P <0.001), carrying out pro-social activities (P <0.001), believing that one's religion was in favor of donation and transplantation (P<0.001), and not worrying about bodily mutilation after donation (P <0.001). CONCLUSIONS Attitudes toward related LDLT among non-medical staff in various Spanish, Mexican and Cuban hospitals are favorable. In 86% of those surveyed, this attitude was not influenced by classical psychosocial factors.
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- Antonio Ríos
- Proyecto Colaborativo Internacional Donante, Murcia, España.
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Pisani Ceretti A, Bislenghi G, Virdis M, Maroni N, Gatti A, Opocher E. Laparoscopic splenectomy for splenic hamartoma: a case report. Case Rep Gastrointest Med 2012; 2012:435802. [PMID: 23125940 PMCID: PMC3485498 DOI: 10.1155/2012/435802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2012] [Accepted: 09/30/2012] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Hamartoma is a rare splenic benign tumor usually accidentally detected as a radiologic finding. Preoperative diagnosis poses a challenge and thus surgery becomes necessary to confirm the clinical suspicion. Laparoscopic splenectomy has gained consensus as a standard surgical procedure particularly for autoimmune hematological diseases. This former experience has allowed this technique to be extended to other splenic pathologies. Here we report a case of total laparoscopic splenectomy for a bulky splenic hamartoma in a young male patient.
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- Department of General Surgery, San Paolo Hospital, University of Milan, Via Cesariano 10, 20154 Milano, Italy
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Insights into fast-track colon surgery: a plea for a tailored program. Surg Endosc 2012; 27:1178-85. [DOI: 10.1007/s00464-012-2572-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2012] [Accepted: 08/28/2012] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Iacobone M, Citton M, Nitti D. Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy: Up-to-date and literature review. World J Gastroenterol 2012; 18:5329-37. [PMID: 23082049 PMCID: PMC3471101 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v18.i38.5329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2012] [Revised: 04/19/2012] [Accepted: 05/13/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Pancreatic surgery represents one of the most challenging areas in digestive surgery. In recent years, an increasing number of laparoscopic pancreatic procedures have been performed and laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy (LDP) has gained world-wide acceptance because it does not require anastomosis or other reconstruction. To date, English literature reports more than 300 papers focusing on LDP, but only 6% included more than 30 patients. Literature review confirms that LDP is a feasible and safe procedure in patients with benign or low grade malignancies. Decreased blood loss and morbidity, early recovery and shorter hospital stay may be the main advantages. Several concerns still exist for laparoscopic pancreatic adenocarcinoma excision. The individual surgeon determines the technical conduction of LDP, with or without spleen preservation; currently robotic pancreatic surgery has gained diffusion. Additional researches are necessary to determine the best technique to improve the procedure results.
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Abid SB, Hefaiedh R, Zghab S, Miloudi N, Gharbi L, Khalfallah MT. Pseudotumoral autoimmune pancreatitis mimicking a pancreatic cancer: a very difficult disease to diagnose. Clin Pract 2012; 2:e80. [PMID: 24765479 PMCID: PMC3981193 DOI: 10.4081/cp.2012.e80] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2012] [Revised: 08/29/2012] [Accepted: 08/30/2012] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP) is a rare disorder, although the exact prevalence is still unkown. It is a type of pancreatitis that is presumed to have an autoimmune aetiology, and is currently diagnosed based on a combination of 5 criteria. However, in this day and age, some patients with AIP are likely to be resected for the suspicion of malignancy. The authors report a case of pseudo-tumoral autoimmune pancreatitis, reviewing some literature about it and underlining the difficulty in the diagnosis. A 56-year-old patient was referred to our unit for upper abdominal pain. In his past medical history we note mellitus diabetes. The clinical examination was unremarkable. Laboratory data showed no abnormal values. Upper endoscopy showed antral gastritis. Transabdominal ultrasonography showed a hepatic steatosis and 5 angiomas. No computed tomography scan was made. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed 5 angiomas and a lesion of 20×20 mm of the pancreatic tail with decreased signal intensity on T1-weighted MR images, increased signal intensity on T2-weighted MR images. Due to concerns of pancreatic malignancy, the patient underwent open distal spleno-pancreatectomy. Histolo gical analysis of the resected specimen revealed no malignancy. Postoperatively, immunoglobulin G fraction 4 was slightly above of the upper limit of the normal range. After corticotherapy the patient is getting better. This case underlines the difficulties still encountered in the diagnosis of AIP. It has been frequently misdiagnosed as pancreatic cancer and caused unnecessary resection. In order to avoid unnecessary resections for an otherwise benign and easily treatable condition, it is urgent to refine diagnostic criteria and to reach an international consensus.
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- Department of Surgery, Mongi Slim Hospital, Sidi Daoued LaMarsa, Tunisia
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- Department of Surgery, Mongi Slim Hospital, Sidi Daoued LaMarsa, Tunisia
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- Department of Surgery, Mongi Slim Hospital, Sidi Daoued LaMarsa, Tunisia
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- Department of Surgery, Mongi Slim Hospital, Sidi Daoued LaMarsa, Tunisia
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Shang J, Payne CJ, Clark J, Noonan DP, Kwok KW, Darzi A, Yang GZ. Design of a Multitasking Robotic Platform with Flexible Arms and Articulated Head for Minimally Invasive Surgery. PROCEEDINGS OF THE ... IEEE/RSJ INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INTELLIGENT ROBOTS AND SYSTEMS. IEEE/RSJ INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INTELLIGENT ROBOTS AND SYSTEMS 2012; 2012:1988-1993. [PMID: 24748998 PMCID: PMC3988875 DOI: 10.1109/iros.2012.6385567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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This paper describes a multitasking robotic platform for Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS). The device is designed to be introduced through a standard trocar port. Once the device is inserted to the desired surgical site, it can be reconfigured by lifting an articulated section, and protruding two tendon driven flexible arms. Each of the arms holds an interchangeable surgical instrument. The articulated section features a 2 Degrees-of-Freedom (DoF) universal joint followed by a single DoF yaw joint. It incorporates an on-board camera and LED light source at the distal end, leaving a Ø3mm channel for an additional instrument. The main shaft of the robot is largely hollow, leaving ample space for the insertion of two tendon driven flexible arms integrated with surgical instruments. The ex-vivo and in-vivo experiments demonstrate the potential clinical value of the device for performing surgical tasks through single incision or natural orifice transluminal procedures.
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- Jianzhong Shang
- The Hamlyn Centre for Robotic Surgery, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ, UK
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- The Hamlyn Centre for Robotic Surgery, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ, UK
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- Dept. of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ, UK
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- The Hamlyn Centre for Robotic Surgery, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ, UK
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- The Hamlyn Centre for Robotic Surgery, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ, UK
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- Dept. of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ, UK
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- The Hamlyn Centre for Robotic Surgery, Imperial College London, London, SW7 2AZ, UK
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Brüning A, Mylonas I. Selective occlusion of the portal vein while maintaining hepatic artery blood flow during partial hepatectomy: a new method for preventing ischemia-reperfusion injury? J Surg Res 2012; 185:e45-8. [PMID: 23040156 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2012.09.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2012] [Revised: 09/04/2012] [Accepted: 09/05/2012] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Ansgar Brüning
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Campus Innenstadt, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany
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Dong XF, Ma ZH, Zhao YF. Primary malignant neoplasms of the appendix: An analysis of 8 cases. Shijie Huaren Xiaohua Zazhi 2012; 20:2746-2750. [DOI: 10.11569/wcjd.v20.i28.2746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To investigate the clinical and pathological characteristics, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of primary malignant neoplasms of the appendix and to discuss how to reduce misdiagnosis and reoperation.
METHODS: A total of 442 patients with primary malignant neoplasms of the appendix were retrospectively analyzed, among them 8 were diagnosed at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University and the other 434 were identified in Chinese medical literature databases.
RESULTS: Of 8 patients diagnosed at our hospital, 6 were male and 2 were female. Their average age at the time of presentation was 48.37 years (range 21-76 years). The duration of the disease was 10 h-8 d in 6 cases, 3 years in one case, and 20 years in one case. Postoperative pathology suggested carcinoid in 4 four cases and adenocarcinoma in other 4 cases. All of them were misdiagnosed preoperatively and intraoperatively. Six cases were followed, of whom four survived till now, one died, and one developed recurrence. Of 434 cases identified from Chinese literature, 220 were male and 214 were female. Their average age at the time of presentation was 45.14 years (mean 10-86 years). Only 2 patients were diagnosed preoperatively. Postoperative pathology suggested carcinoid in 287 cases, adenocarcinoma in 138 cases, malignant lymphoma in 6 cases, and leiomyosarcoma in 3 cases. The prognosis of appendix carcinoid was better than that of adenocarcinoma, malignant lymphoma and leiomyosarcoma.
CONCLUSION: Primary malignant neoplasms of the appendix are difficult to diagnose preoperatively, and the diagnosis relies mainly on intraoperative frozen section and postoperative pathology. Selection of reasonable surgery can improve prognosis by pathological type, neoplastic size, position of the disease, infiltration depth, and lymph node metastasis.
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Liang YL, Yu YC, Liu K, Wang WJ, Ying JB, Wang YF, Cai XJ. Repair of bile duct defect with degradable stent and autologous tissue in a porcine model. World J Gastroenterol 2012; 18:5205-10. [PMID: 23066314 PMCID: PMC3468852 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v18.i37.5205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2012] [Revised: 07/04/2012] [Accepted: 07/18/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To introduce and evaluate a new method to repair bile duct defect with a degradable stent and autologous tissues.
METHODS: Eight Ba-Ma mini-pigs were used in this study. Experimental models with common bile duct (CBD) defect (0.5-1.0 cm segment of CBD resected) were established and then CBD was reconstructed by duct to duct anastomosis with a novel degradable stent made of poly [sebacic acid-co-(1,3-propanediol)-co-(1,2-propanediol)]. In addition, a vascularized greater omentum was placed around the stent and both ends of CBD. Cholangiography via gall bladder was performed for each pig at postoperative months 1 and 3 to rule out stent translocation and bile duct stricture. Complete blood count was examined pre- and post-operatively to estimate the inflammatory reaction. Liver enzymes and serum bilirubin were examined pre- and post-operatively to evaluate the liver function. Five pigs were sacrificed at month 3 to evaluate the healing of anastomosis. The other three pigs were raised for one year for long-term observation.
RESULTS: All the animals underwent surgery successfully. There was no intraoperative mortality and no bile leakage during the observation period. The white blood cell counts were only slightly increased on day 14 and month 3 postoperatively compared with that before operation, the difference was not statistically significant (P = 0.652). The plasma level of alanine aminotransferase on day 14 and month 3 postoperatively was also not significantly elevated compared with that before operation (P = 0.810). Nevertheless, the plasma level of γ-glutamyl transferase was increased after operation in both groups (P = 0.004), especially 2 wk after operation. The level of serum total bilirubin after operation was not significantly elevated compared with that before operation (P = 0.227), so did the serum direct bilirubin (P = 0.759). By cholangiography via gall bladder, we found that the stent maintained its integrity of shape and was still in situ at month 1, and it disappeared completely at month 3. No severe CBD dilation and stricture were observed at both months 1 and 3. No pig died during the 3-mo postoperative observation period. No sign of necrosis, bile duct stricture, bile leakage or abdominal abscess was found at reoperation at month 3 postoperatively. Pigs had neither fragments of stent nor stones formed in the CBD. Collagen deposit was observed in the anastomosis by hematoxylin and eosin (HE) and Masson’s trichrome stains. No severe cholestasis was observed in liver parenchyma by HE staining. Intestinal obstruction was found in a pig 4 mo after operation, and no bile leakage, bile duct stricture or biliary obstruction were observed in laparotomy. No sign of bile duct stricture or bile leakage was observed in the other two pigs.
CONCLUSION: The novel method for repairing bile duct defect yielded a good short-term effect without postoperative bile duct stricture. However, the long-term effect should be further studied.
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Keller JJ, Tsai MC, Lin CC, Lin YC, Lin HC. Risk of infections subsequent to pyogenic liver abscess: a nationwide population-based study. Clin Microbiol Infect 2012; 19:717-22. [PMID: 23034092 DOI: 10.1111/1469-0691.12027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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This nationwide study aimed to provide risk estimates for a panel of infections subsequent to pyogenic liver abscesses (PLA) in Taiwan. In this study, we selected 12 050 patients diagnosed with PLA as our study cohort and 60 250 non-PLA patients as our comparison cohort. We individually tracked each subject for a 1-year period beginning with their index date to identify those who were subsequently diagnosed with any of the following infections: pneumonia, endophthalmitis, septic pulmonary embolism, pulmonary abscess, pleural empyema, meningitis, abscess of prostate, renal and perinephric abscess, epidural spinal abscess, osteomyelitis, necrotizing fasciitis, splenic abscess, psoas abscess and infectious endocarditis. We found that during the 1-year follow-up period, the subjects with PLA had a consistently higher incidence of all types of infections than comparison subjects. In particular, compared with subjects without PLA, the adjusted hazard ratios (HR) of pulmonary abscess, pleural empyema, renal and perinephric abscess, epidural spinal abscess and splenic abscess were 26.71, 18.56, 43.21, 51.32 and 126.51, respectively. We further analysed the HR of extra-hepatic Klebsiella pneumoniae infections among patients with PLA caused by K. pneumoniae. We found that the HR was higher for 12 of the 15 analysed extra-hepatic infections after restricting the analysis to only infections with K. pneumoniae aetiologies.
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- J J Keller
- School of Public Health, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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LigaSure small jaws versus cold knife dissection in superficial parotidectomy. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2012; 270:1489-92. [DOI: 10.1007/s00405-012-2204-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2012] [Accepted: 09/25/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Gronnier C, Wattier JM, Favre H, Piessen G, Mariette C. Risk factors for chronic pain after open ventral hernia repair by underlay mesh placement. World J Surg 2012; 36:1548-54. [PMID: 22407084 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-012-1523-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Incisional hernia is a frequent complication following abdominal surgery. Repairs that include the use of mesh have been associated with decreased recurrence. The aim of the present study was to determine the outcomes and risk factors for chronic pain after ventral hernia repair with underlay placement of a composite polypropylene mesh. METHODS A retrospective study was conducted from September 2005 to June 2008. The study included consecutive patients who underwent elective incisional hernia repair with underlay composite mesh placement. Postoperative course, recurrence, pain, and patient satisfaction were assessed by an independent observer. Chronic pain was defined as significant pain persisting after 3 months as assessed using a 10-point numeric scale (≥ 3: chronic pain, ≥ 7: severe pain). RESULTS After a mean follow-up period of 24.6 months, 109 of 121 patients operated on during the period were evaluated. No patients experienced small bowel obstructions, enterocutaneous fistulas, or mesh infections leading to the need for mesh removal. The recurrence rate was 6.1 % at the repair site and 10.5% at another site. Thirty-one patients (28%) had chronic pain and seven patients (6.6%) had severe pain. Affective and nociceptive components were the majority of complaints. Chronic cough was the only variable independently associated with chronic pain in univariate and multivariate analyses (OR = 4.8; p = 0.007). CONCLUSIONS Intraperitoneal composite mesh placement after ventral hernia repair is safe with regard to intra-abdominal potential complications. Chronic pain is not uncommon, with chronic cough identified as the major independent predictor.
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- Caroline Gronnier
- Department of Digestive and Oncological Surgery, University Hospital Claude Huriez, Regional University Hospital Center, Place de Verdun,, 59037, Lille Cedex, France
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Kennedy L, Hodges K, Meng F, Alpini G, Francis H. Histamine and histamine receptor regulation of gastrointestinal cancers. TRANSLATIONAL GASTROINTESTINAL CANCER 2012; 1:215-227. [PMID: 24639917 PMCID: PMC3955103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Histamine is a neurotransmitter released throughout the body that regulates multiple physiological responses. Primarily histamine is acknowledged for its role in inflammatory reactions to foreign pathogens that enter the body. Aside from inflammatory responses, histamine expression and synthesis has been detected in various cancer cell lines and multiple malignancies. Through experimentation histamine has demonstrated its ability to manage proliferation and angiogenesis in these cancerous cells, in either a positive or inhibitory manner. Regulation of angiogenesis and proliferation have been proven to be carried out by the stimulation or inhibition of numerous pathways and secondary response elements, such as VEGFA/C, IP3/Ca2+, G-proteins, cAMP, and many more. The activation of these different response pathways is linked to the binding of ligands to the histamine receptors H1-H4HR. These receptors exhibit various effects dependent on whether it binds an agonist, antagonist, or its specific ligand, histamine. In cancer cell lines and different tumor cells the binding of these different compounds has shown to be one of the main components in exerting proliferative or antiproliferative changes in the microenvironment. It is also known that the histamine receptors have varying degrees of expression in different forms of cancer, and this expression can impact the tumor in various ways. This clearly indicates the significance of histamine receptors in cancer formation, and one of the aims of this review is to cover this topic concisely and in depth. Histamine is produced from numerous cells such as basophils and mast cells and is synthesized from the enzyme histidine decarboxylase (HDC). In this review we will prominently discuss the function of mast cells and HDC in histamine expression in various gastrointestinal carcinomas. We also briefly discuss current studies to support these claims. In this review we hope to give the reader a clear and comprehensible overview of histamine in various gastrointestinal cancers, and how its regulation can affect the cancer cells in varying ways.
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- Lindsey Kennedy
- Scott & White, Digestive Disease Research Center, College of Medicine, Temple, TX 76504, USA
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- Scott & White, Digestive Disease Research Center, College of Medicine, Temple, TX 76504, USA
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- Scott & White, Digestive Disease Research Center, College of Medicine, Temple, TX 76504, USA ; Division of Research, Central Texas Veterans Health Care System, College of Medicine, Temple, TX 76504, USA
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- Scott & White, Digestive Disease Research Center, College of Medicine, Temple, TX 76504, USA ; Division of Research, Central Texas Veterans Health Care System, College of Medicine, Temple, TX 76504, USA ; Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Scott & White Healthcare and Texas A&M Health Science Center, College of Medicine, Temple, TX 76504, USA
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- Scott & White, Digestive Disease Research Center, College of Medicine, Temple, TX 76504, USA ; Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Scott & White Healthcare and Texas A&M Health Science Center, College of Medicine, Temple, TX 76504, USA
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Surgery in the patient with cirrhosis is problematic, as encephalopathy, ascites, sepsis and bleeding are common in the postoperative period. Accurate preoperative assessment and planning, and careful postoperative management have the potential to reduce the frequency and severity of such complications, and reduce the length of hospital stay, but there is little literature evidence to prove this. Operative mortality and other risks correlate with the severity of the liver disease, co-morbidities and the type of surgery. The Child-Turcott-Pugh (CTP) score or model for end-stage liver disease (MELD) score may be used to determine the severity of the liver disease, but must also take into account recent changes in the patient's condition. Surgery that does not involve opening the peritoneum may have slightly better outcomes, as the risk of ascitic leak, sepsis and difficult fluid management are reduced. Mortality rates range from 10% in CTP-A patients to 82% in CTP-C patients. The presence of portal hypertension is an important negative predictor, especially in abdominal surgery, as refractory ascites may occur. Careful monitoring in the postoperative period and early intervention of complications are essential. Hepatic resections in cirrhosis are associated with other considerations such as leaving sufficient liver tissue to prevent liver failure, and are beyond the scope of this review.
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- Amanda Nicoll
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Royal Melbourne hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.
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Feuerlein S, Grimm LJ, Davenport MS, Haystead CM, Miller CM, Neville AM, Jaffe TA. Can the localization of primary colonic tumors be improved by staging CT without specific bowel preparation compared to optical colonoscopy? Eur J Radiol 2012; 81:2538-42. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2011.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2011] [Accepted: 12/01/2011] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Transanal Near-Infrared Imaging of Colorectal Anastomotic Perfusion. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2012; 22:433-6. [DOI: 10.1097/sle.0b013e3182601eb8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Shrikhande SV, Barreto SG, Goel M, Arya S. Multimodality imaging of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma: a review of the literature. HPB (Oxford) 2012; 14:658-68. [PMID: 22954001 PMCID: PMC3461371 DOI: 10.1111/j.1477-2574.2012.00508.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 122] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Accurate pre-operative imaging in pancreatic cancer helps avoid unsuccessful surgical explorations and forewarns surgeons regarding aberrant anatomy. This review aimed to determine the role of current imaging modalities in the diagnosis and determination of resectability of pancreatic and peri-ampullary adenocarcinomas. METHODS A systematic search of the scientific literature was carried out using EMBASE, PubMed/MEDLINE and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials for the years 1990 to 2011 to obtain access to all publications, especially randomized controlled trials, reporting on the diagnostic accuracy of ultrasonography, multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) or positron emission tomography (PET)-computed tomography (CT) and the evaluation of resectability of pancreatic and peri-ampullary adenocarcinomas. RESULTS Based on 66 articles analysed in the review, MDCT and MRI/MRCP have comparable sensitivity and specificity rates for diagnosis and staging of pancreatic cancers. EUS offers the best sensitivity and specificity rates for lesions <2 cm. Improved staging has been noted when PET-CT scans are added to pre-operative evaluation. CONCLUSIONS MDCT with angiography or MRI/MRCP should constitute the first imaging modality in suspected pancreatic adenocarcinomas. EUS is recommended for assessing lesions not clearly detected, but suspected, on CT/MRI and in tumours considered 'borderline resectable' on MDCT to assess vascular involvement. PET-CT in locally advanced lesions will help rule out distant metastases.
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- Department of Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgical OncologyMumbai, India
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- Department of Radiology, Tata Memorial HospitalMumbai, India
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OBJECTIVES Branch duct intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms of the pancreas (BD-IPMNs) often are composed of multifocal lesions. We aimed to clarify the clinicopathologic features of multifocal BD-IPMNs. METHODS Medical records of 211 patients with BD-IPMNs (169 solitary and 42 multifocal) were retrospectively analyzed. We compared the pathological grade of resected IPMNs and the resulting clinical course between solitary and multifocal BD-IPMNs. RESULTS Sixty-nine patients (54 with solitary and 15 with multifocal BD-IPMNs) underwent pancreatectomy, and of these patients, 62 exhibited at least 1 malignant predictor. There was no significant difference in the prevalence of malignancy in the resected BD-IPMNs between the 2 groups. In the remaining 142 patients who exhibited no malignant predictors, both groups demonstrated no differences in morphologic changes of BD-IPMNs. Seventeen distinct ductal carcinomas were identified in both groups, and there was no difference in the prevalence of ductal carcinoma between the 2 groups. Moreover, there was no significant difference in the disease-specific survival rate between the 2 groups. CONCLUSIONS In patients with multifocal BD-IPMNs, resection is only warranted for lesions that exhibit malignancy predictors; moreover, closer attention to the potential presence or development of distinct ductal carcinoma in patients with multifocal and solitary BD-IPMNs is warranted.
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Kaur S, Baine MJ, Jain M, Sasson AR, Batra SK. Early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer: challenges and new developments. Biomark Med 2012; 6:597-612. [PMID: 23075238 PMCID: PMC3546485 DOI: 10.2217/bmm.12.69] [Citation(s) in RCA: 149] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Pancreatic cancer is a lethal malignancy with its incidence almost equivalent to mortality. The complex pathophysiology, absence of early diagnostic and prognostic markers and unresponsiveness to radiation and chemotherapies are major barriers against successful therapy. Poor performance of therapeutic agents, even in the initial stage of invasive cases, emphasizes the importance of early detection for improved survival. The present review discusses the challenges and advances in biomarkers including serological signatures, circulating tumor cells, autoantibodies, epigenetic markers and miRNAs that are being explored to detect this cancer at early stages. Considering the long time gap between the development of malignant lesions and full-blown primary and metastatic pancreatic cancer, unique opportunities are being contemplated for the development of potential diagnostic and prognostic markers.
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- Sukhwinder Kaur
- Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer & Allied Diseases, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
- Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer & Allied Diseases, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate existing management guidelines for branch-duct intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs). BACKGROUND According to current treatment guidelines (Sendai criteria), patients with asymptomatic branch-duct type IPMNs of the pancreas less than 3 cm in diameter without suspicious features in preoperative imaging should undergo conservative treatment with yearly follow-up examinations. Nevertheless, the risk of harboring malignancy or invasive cancer remains a significant matter of consequence. METHODS All patients who were surgically resected for branch-duct IPMNs between January 2004 and July 2010 at the University Clinic of Heidelberg were analyzed. Clinical characteristics of the patients and preoperative imaging were examined with regard to the size of the lesions, presence of mural nodules, thickening of the wall, dilation of the main pancreatic duct, and tumor markers. Results were correlated with histopathological features and were discussed with regard to the literature. RESULTS Among a total of 287 consecutively resected IPMNs, 123 branch-duct IPMNs were identified analyzing preoperative imaging. Some 69 branch-duct IPMNs were less than 3 cm in size, without mural nodules, thickening of the wall, or other features characteristic for malignancy ("Sendai negative"). Of all the Sendai negative branch-duct IPMNs, 24.6% (17/69) showed malignant features (invasive carcinoma or carcinoma in situ) upon histological examination of the surgical specimen. CONCLUSIONS Although many branch-duct IPMNs are small and asymptomatic, they harbor a significant risk of malignancy. We believe that both main-duct and branch-duct IPMNs represent premalignant lesions. This should be taken into account for adequate therapeutic management. With regard to these results, the current Sendai criteria for branch-duct IPMNs need to be adjusted.
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Li HY, Zhou SJ, Li M, Xiong D, Singh A, Guo QX, Liu CA, Gong JP. Diagnosis and cure experience of hepatolithiasis-associated intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma in 66 patients. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2012; 13:725-9. [PMID: 22524851 DOI: 10.7314/apjcp.2012.13.2.725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The management of hepatolithiasis combined with intrahepatic cholangicarcinoma (IHHCC) remains a challenge due to poor prognosis. The aim of this study was to summarize our diagnosis and cure experience of IHHCC over the recent 10 years. METHODS From January 1996 to January 2006, 66 patients with IHHCC were reviewed retrospectively. RESULTS Of the 66 patients, 52 underwent surgical resection (radical resection in 38 and palliative in 14) and 8 patients abdominal exploration, while the other 6 cases received endoscopic retrograde biliary internal drainage and stent implantation. In this series, correct diagnosis of advanced stage was made during operation in 8 cases (8/60, 13.3%) and all of them (underwent unnecessary abdominal exploration, among them the positive rate of CA19-9 was 100%, and the positive rate of CEA was 87.6% (7/8), incidence rate of ascites was 100% and short-term significant weight loss was 100%, with median overall survival of only 4 months. CONCLUSION Radical resection is mandatory for IHHCC patient to achieve long-term survival, the CT and MR imaging features of IHHCC being concentric enhancement. Patients with IHHCC have significant higher CA199 and significant higher CEA and short-term significant weight loss and ascites should be considered with advanced stage of IHHCC and unnecessary non-therapeutic laparotomies should be avoided.
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- Hong-Yang Li
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing University of Medical Sciences, Chongqing, China
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Fisher SB, Kooby DA. Laparoscopic pancreatectomy for malignancy. J Surg Oncol 2012; 107:39-50. [PMID: 22991263 DOI: 10.1002/jso.23253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2012] [Accepted: 08/09/2012] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Utilization of laparoscopic techniques for resection of the pancreas has slowly gained acceptance in specific situations and is now being applied to more challenging endeavors, such as pancreaticoduodenectomy for cancer. This review provides a summary of laparoscopic applications for pancreatic malignancy, with specific attention to the most common methods of pancreatic resection and their respective oncologic outcomes, including margin status, lymph node retrieval, and survival.
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- Sarah B Fisher
- Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia 30322, USA
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Carr BI, Guerra V, De Giorgio M, Fagiuoli S, Pancoska P. Small hepatocellular carcinomas and thrombocytopenia. Oncology 2012; 83:331-8. [PMID: 23006906 DOI: 10.1159/000341533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2012] [Accepted: 06/15/2012] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Clinical phenotypes of small and large hepatocellular carcinomas (HCCs) are not well characterized. AIM To evaluate the characteristics of small HCCs diagnosed by screening. METHOD A cohort of 430 small HCCs that were diagnosed through screening, were dichotomized according to a size of ≤ 3 cm or >3 cm maximum tumor diameter and compared for radiological and blood-test parameters. RESULTS There were 330 males and 100 females. A higher percent of females had smaller tumors. The majority of patients had single tumors, but 15% of those with larger tumors had portal vein thrombosis (PVT) compared to 5% of those with smaller tumors. Significant differences between the tumor-size groups included alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) values and platelet counts, with thrombocytopenia and elevated bilirubin levels being associated with smaller tumors. In comparing PVT-positive and PVT-negative patients, AFP levels and platelet counts were also significantly different between the 2 groups. A mean multinomial multiple logistic regression model was developed for maximum tumor diameter plus PVT. CONCLUSIONS The finding of larger tumors being associated with normal platelets and bilirubin levels in comparison to smaller tumors having thrombocytopenia reveals 2 different patterns of HCC presentation.
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- Brian I Carr
- Department of Nutritional Carcinogenesis, IRCCS de Bellis, National Institute for Digestive Diseases, Castellana Grotte, Italy. brianicarr @ hotmail.com
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Gee T, Hisham RB, Jabar MF, Gul YA. Ano-coccygeal support in the treatment of idiopathic chronic posterior anal fissure: a prospective non-randomised controlled pilot trial. Tech Coloproctol 2012; 17:181-6. [PMID: 22983551 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-012-0894-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2011] [Accepted: 08/26/2012] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Idiopathic chronic anal fissure is believed to be a consequence of a traumatic acute anodermal tear followed by recurrent inflammation and poor healing due to relative tissue ischaemia secondary to internal sphincter spasm. This pilot trial compared the efficacy of a novel manufactured ano-coccygeal support attached to a standard toilet seat (Colorec) to the standard procedure of lateral internal sphincterotomy (LIS) for chronic anal fissure. METHODS Fifty-three patients with confirmed chronic anal fissures were enrolled and assigned, based on their preference, to the test group and the control group. Each patient was reviewed after therapy, and follow-up was scheduled at 4, 6 and 8 weeks and at 6 months. RESULTS The fissure healing rate was 100% in both groups. There were no statistically significant differences between the test group (n = 30, median age 42 years; range 20-71 years) and the control group (n = 22, median age 38 years; range 23-60 years) with regards to resolution of rectal bleeding at defaecation after 4 weeks (86.6 vs. 72.7%, p = 0.698), and by week 6, bleeding had resolved in 100% of patients in both groups. There was no statistically significant difference between the test group and the control group with regards to pain scores at 4, 6 and 8 weeks (4.30 ± 0.79, 2.03 ± 0.80, 0.43 ± 0.50 vs. 3.50 ± 0.74, 1.68 ± 0.56, 0.50 ± 0.51, p = 0.054) and to time until complete healing of fissures (5.60 ± 1.52 weeks vs. 5.91 ± 1.57 weeks, p = 0.479). After continuous use of the ano-coccygeal support over 6 months, no patients in the test group had recurrent fissures. No complications were observed during the trial. CONCLUSIONS Results of both methods were comparable and demonstrated that the ano-coccygeal support is at least as effective as LIS, without any short-term complications. Larger and randomised trials on the use of ano-coccygeal support for chronic anal fissures are awaited.
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- T Gee
- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Putra Malaysia, 43400, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia.
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Vartanian AA. RETRACTED ARTICLE: Signaling pathways in tumor vasculogenic mimicry. BIOCHEMISTRY (MOSCOW) 2012; 77:1044-55. [DOI: 10.1134/s000629791209012x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Wang YL, Cheng YS, Liu LZ, He ZH, Ding KH. Emergency transcatheter arterial embolization for patients with acute massive duodenal ulcer hemorrhage. World J Gastroenterol 2012; 18:4765-70. [PMID: 23002347 PMCID: PMC3442216 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v18.i34.4765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2011] [Revised: 02/02/2012] [Accepted: 05/06/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of emergency transcatheter arterial embolization (ETAE) for patients with acute massive duodenal ulcer hemorrhage.
METHODS: Twenty-nine consecutive patients with acute massive bleeding of duodenal ulcer were admitted to our hospital from 2006 to 2011. Superselective angiography of the celiac and gastroduodenal arteries was performed to find out the bleeding sites before ETAE, then, embolotherapy was done with gelatin sponge particles or microstrips via a 5 French angiographic catheter or 3 French microcatheter. After ETAE, further superior mesenteric arteriography was undertaken in case collateral circulation supplied areas of the duodenal ulcer. Technical and clinical success rates were analyzed. Changes in the mucous membrane were observed using endoscopy following ETAE.
RESULTS: Angiography showed active bleeding with extravasation of contrast medium in seven cases with a 24% positive rate of celiac artery bleeding, and in 19 cases with a 65.5% rate of gastroduodenal artery bleeding. There were no angiographic signs of bleeding in three patients who underwent endoscopy prior to ETAE. Twenty-six patients achieved immediate hemostasis and technical success rate reached 90%. No hemostasis was observed in 27 patients within 30 d after ETAE and clinical success rate was 93%. Recurrent hemorrhage occurred in two patients who drank a lot of wine who were treated by a second embolotherapy in the same way. Five patients underwent transient ischem with light abdominal pain under xiphoid, spontaneous restoration without special treatment. No mucous necrosis happened to 29 cases for ischem of gastroduodenal arteries embolized.
CONCLUSION: ETAE is an effective and safe measure to control acute massive bleeding of duodenal ulcer.
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Yagmurdur H, Gunal S, Yildiz H, Gulec H, Topkaya C. The effects of carbohydrate-rich drink on perioperative discomfort, insulin response and arterial pressure in spinal aesthesia. JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF ISFAHAN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES 2012; 16:1483-9. [PMID: 22973351 PMCID: PMC3430067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2011] [Accepted: 10/14/2011] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to investigate the role of carbohydrate-rich drink (CHO) on perioperative discomfort, hemodynamic changes, and insulin response in patients undergoing surgery with spinal anesthesia. METHODS Forty-four adult patients were assigned to one of the two groups of 22, namely preparation with CHO (CHO group) or fasting from midnight (control group). Ten different discomfort variables, blood glucose and insulin concentrations, and hemodynamic changes were recorded during the perioperative period. RESULTS Preparation with CHO was effective in reducing hunger, thirst, malaise, unfitness, and, to some extent, anxiety (p < 0.05). Plasma glucose and insulin concentrations were increased in the CHO group (p < 0.05). Plasma glucose increased and insulin decreased in the control group (p < 0.05). In the control group, mean arterial pressure was lower compared to the CHO group (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Preparation with CHO before spinal anesthesia is advantageous due to reducing perioperative discomfort, improving insulin response and stabilizing mean arterial pressure.
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- Hatice Yagmurdur
- Associate Professor, Clinic of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, The Ministry of Health Ankara Research and Training Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug use and ovarian cancer risk: findings from the NIH-AARP Diet and Health Study and systematic review. Cancer Causes Control 2012; 23:1839-52. [PMID: 22972000 DOI: 10.1007/s10552-012-0063-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2012] [Accepted: 08/28/2012] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Chronic inflammation has been proposed as a risk factor for ovarian cancer. Some data suggest that anti-inflammatory medications may be protective against ovarian cancer; however, results have been inconsistent. METHODS We evaluated the risk of epithelial ovarian cancer with regular use of NSAIDs prospectively in the NIH-AARP Diet and Health Study, using Cox proportional hazard models. We also examined the risk of common subtypes of epithelial ovarian cancer (serous, mucinous, endometrioid, clear cell, and other epithelial) with regular use of NSAIDs. In addition, we performed meta-analyses summarizing the risk of ovarian cancer with "regular use" of NSAIDs in previously published studies. RESULTS We did not observe a significant association between regular use of NSAIDs with ovarian cancer risk in the AARP cohort (aspirin: RR 1.06, 95 % CI 0.87-1.29; non-aspirin NSAIDs: RR 0.93, 95 % CI 0.74-1.15); however, summary estimates from prospective cohort studies demonstrated that use of non-aspirin NSAIDs may reduce the risk of ovarian cancer (RR 0.88, 95 % CI 0.77-1.01). Although not significant, we found that mucinous tumors were inversely associated with non-aspirin NSAID use (RR 0.69, 95 % CI 0.23-2.10) in the AARP cohort, which was supported by the meta-analysis (RR 0.69, CI 0.50-0.94.) CONCLUSION Although results from the NIH-AARP cohort study were not statistically significant, our meta-analysis suggests that non-aspirin NSAIDs may be protective against ovarian cancer. Additional analyses, focusing on dose, duration, and frequency of NSAID use and accounting for ovarian cancer heterogeneity are necessary to further elucidate the association between NSAID use and ovarian cancer risk.
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MRI is an effective tool for detection of ovarian neoplastic lesions. However, there are no highly specific radiological features that differentiate primary from metastatic ovarian masses. Histological diagnosis preoperatively is not always possible as there is a risk of disseminating an otherwise early stage primary ovarian cancer. The preoperative diagnosis of an ovarian lesion is therefore heavily dependent on the radiological features. The radiologist must rely on a combination of knowing the natural history of any known primary cancer, together with the radiological features such as bilaterality, mucinous appearance, pseudomyxoma as well as the clinical progress of the primary tumour in order to evaluate and predict the likelihood of metastatic disease. Even if a non-ovarian primary cancer is known, an ovarian mass cannot always be assumed to be a secondary lesion. Some tumours, such as BRAC-positive breast cancer, are known to have a high rate of concomitant primary ovarian cancer. Conversely, other tumours, such as gastric and appendiceal cancer, are known to have a high rate of ovarian metastatic disease. However, histology remains the only true way to determine an ovarian metastasis from a primary lesion.
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- Fredric Willmott
- Department of Gynaecology Oncology, St. Bartholomews Hospital, London, UK.
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United States Military Cancer Institute Clinical Trials Group (USMCI GI-01) Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Targeted Nodal Assessment and Ultrastaging With Standard Pathological Evaluation for Colon Cancer. Ann Surg 2012; 256:412-27. [DOI: 10.1097/sla.0b013e31826571c8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Proceedings of the Royal College of Anaesthetists Annual Congress 2012. Br J Anaesth 2012. [DOI: 10.1093/bja/aes185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The increasing complexity of intralumenal and emerging translumenal endoscopic procedures has created an opportunity to apply robotics in endoscopy. Computer-assisted or direct-drive robotic technology allows the triangulation of flexible tools through telemanipulation. The creation of new flexible operative platforms, along with other emerging technology such as nanobots and steerable capsules, can be transformational for endoscopic procedures. In this review, we cover some background information on the use of robotics in surgery and endoscopy, and review the emerging literature on platforms, capsules, and mini-robotic units. RECENT FINDINGS The development of techniques in advanced intralumenal endoscopy (endoscopic mucosal resection and endoscopic submucosal dissection) and translumenal endoscopic procedures (NOTES) has generated a number of novel platforms, flexible tools, and devices that can apply robotic principles to endoscopy. The development of a fully flexible endoscopic surgical toolkit will enable increasingly advanced procedures to be performed through natural orifices. SUMMARY The application of platforms and new flexible tools to the areas of advanced endoscopy and NOTES heralds the opportunity to employ useful robotic technology. Following the examples of the utility of robotics from the field of laparoscopic surgery, we can anticipate the emerging role of robotic technology in endoscopy.
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Takeuchi H, Kitagawa Y. New Sentinel Node Mapping Technologies for Early Gastric Cancer. Ann Surg Oncol 2012; 20:522-32. [DOI: 10.1245/s10434-012-2602-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 88] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2011] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Cirocchi R, Trastulli S, Farinella E, Desiderio J, Listorti C, Parisi A, Noya G, Boselli C. Is inferior mesenteric artery ligation during sigmoid colectomy for diverticular disease associated with increased anastomotic leakage? A meta-analysis of randomized and non-randomized clinical trials. Colorectal Dis 2012; 14:e521-9. [PMID: 22632654 DOI: 10.1111/j.1463-1318.2012.03103.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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AIM A meta-analysis was conducted to compare preservation with ligation of the inferior mesenteric artery (IMA) during sigmoidectomy for diverticular disease. METHOD Randomized and non-randomized clinical trials were identified using the following electronic databases: Medline, Embase, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, CINAHL, BioMed Central, Science Citation Index, Greynet, SIGLE, National Technological Information Service, British Library Integrated Catalogue. The analysed end-points were the anastomotic leakage rate, overall morbidity and 30-day postoperative mortality. RESULTS Four studies were included involving 400 patients. The anastomotic leakage rate was 7.3% in the preservation group and 11.3% in the ligation group. There was no statistically significant difference between the groups (OR 0.72, 95% CI 0.11-4.76; P=0.73). Overall morbidity and 30-day postoperative mortality were not compared since these data were reported in only one study. CONCLUSION The meta-analysis did not show any advantage for preservation of the IMA during sigmoid colectomy for diverticular disease in terms of anastomotic leakage.
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- R Cirocchi
- Department of General Surgery, University of Perugia, St Maria Hospital, Terni, Italy
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Asai K, Watanabe M, Kusachi S, Matsukiyo H, Saito T, Kodama H, Enomoto T, Nakamura Y, Okamoto Y, Saida Y, Iijima R, Nagao J. Successful treatment of a common hepatic artery pseudoaneurysm using a coronary covered stent following pancreatoduodenectomy: report of a case. Surg Today 2012; 44:160-5. [PMID: 22932840 DOI: 10.1007/s00595-012-0314-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2011] [Accepted: 06/07/2012] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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This report presents the case of a common hepatic artery (CHA) pseudoaneurysm secondary to postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) after pancreatoduodenectomy (PD), which was successfully treated using a coronary covered stent. A 70-year-old female underwent subtotal stomach-preserving PD for middle cholangiocarcinoma. POPF was identified on postoperative day (POD) 7, and the patient suddenly lost 500 ml of blood via the abdominal drain on POD 19. Urgent celiac arteriography revealed a CHA pseudoaneurysm. A coronary covered stent was placed to prevent rupture of the pseudoaneurysm and to maintain hepatic arterial flow, instead of performing transarterial embolization. No vascular adverse events were encountered during or after the procedure. Computed tomography and angiography showed a patent stent graft and good hepatic arterial flow 9 months after placement of the stent. Endovascular stent-graft placement not only treated the pseudoaneurysm, but also preserved the arterial blood flow. This report describes the placement of a covered stent graft for delayed hemorrhage after PD.
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- Koji Asai
- Department of Surgery, Toho University Ohashi Medical Center, 2-17-6 Ohashi, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, 153-8515, Japan,
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Berberine inhibits human colon cancer cell migration via AMP-activated protein kinase-mediated downregulation of integrin β1 signaling. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2012; 426:461-7. [PMID: 22943849 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2012.08.091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2012] [Accepted: 08/20/2012] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Colon cancer is associated with a poor prognosis, motivating strategies to prevent its development. An encouraging preventative strategy is the use of nutraceuticals; however, scientific verification of therapeutic functions and mechanisms of biological activity are necessary for the acceptance of dietary supplements in cancer treatment. Berberine is a benzylisoquinoline alkaloid extracted from many kinds of medicinal plants that has been extensively used as a Chinese traditional medicine. Recently, berberine has been reported to possess antitumoral activities. Among the various cellular targets of berberine is AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), which regulates tumor progression and metastasis. However, the specific role of berberine-induced AMPK activation and its effects on the metastatic potential of colon cancer remain largely unknown. The present study investigated berberine-induced activation of AMPK and its effects on colon cancer cell migration. Berberine decreased the migration of SW480 and HCT116 cells. We found that berberine activated AMPK in human colon cancer cell lines. Notably, berberine-induced activation of AMPK reduced the integrin β1 protein levels and decreased the phosphorylation of integrin β1 signaling targets. Knockdown of AMPKα1 subunits using small interfering RNA significantly attenuated berberine-induced downregulation of integrin β1 and inhibition of tumor cell migration. Collectively, our results suggest that berberine-induced AMPK activation inhibits the metastatic potential of colon cancer cells by decreasing integrin β1 protein levels and downstream signaling.
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López-Gómez M, Cejas P, Merino M, Fernández-Luengas D, Casado E, Feliu J. Management of colorectal cancer patients after resection of liver metastases: can we offer a tailored treatment? Clin Transl Oncol 2012; 14:641-58. [PMID: 22911546 DOI: 10.1007/s12094-012-0853-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2012] [Accepted: 06/11/2012] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Surgical resection remains the only option of cure for patients with colorectal liver metastases, and no patient should be precluded from surgery. There is much controversy not only regarding the most appropriate therapeutic approach in the neoadjuvant setting but also after surgery is performed. Many patients will experience early relapses but others will be long survivors. We need to establish reliable prognostic and predictive factors to offer a tailored treatment. Several prognostic factors after metastasectomy have been identified: high C-reactive protein levels, a high neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio, elevated neutrophil count and low serum albumin are related to a worst outcome. Elevated CEA and Ki 67 levels, intrahepatic and perihepatic lymph node invasion are also some of the markers related to a worst outcome. In contrast, the administration of preoperative chemotherapy has been associated with a better prognosis after hepatectomy. The administration of adjuvant chemotherapy should be done taking in consideration these factors. Regarding predictive factors, determination of ERCC1, TS, TP and DPD and UGT1 polymorphisms assessment could be considered prior to chemotherapy administration. This would avoid treatment related toxicities and increase this population quality of life.
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- Miriam López-Gómez
- Clinical Oncology Department, Infanta Sofía University Hospital, Paseo de Europa 34, San Sebastián de los Reyes, 28702, Madrid, Spain.
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Mouaqit O, Hasnai H, Chbani L, Benjelloun B, El Bouhaddouti H, Ibn El Majdoub K, Toughrai I, Laalim SA, Oussaden A, Maazaz K, Amarti A, Taleb KA. Adult intussusceptions caused by a lipoma in the jejunum: report of a case and review of the literature. World J Emerg Surg 2012; 7:28. [PMID: 22913731 PMCID: PMC3502287 DOI: 10.1186/1749-7922-7-28] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2012] [Accepted: 08/16/2012] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Intussusceptions in adults is rare. Gastrointestinal lipomas are rare benign tumors and intussusceptions due to a gastrointestinal lipoma constitutes an infrequent clinical entity. Lipoma may develop as a benign tumor in all organs and rarely in large or small intestine. The present report describes a case of jejunojejunal intussusceptions in an adult with a history of colicky upper abdominal pain. Ileo-ileal invagination was diagnosed by computed tomography scan. Exploratory laparotomy revealed jejunojejunal intussusceptions secondary to a lipoma which was successfully treated with segmental intestinal resection. A review of the literature is also performed regarding this rare association revealing the diagnostic and therapeutic debates that exist. ABSTRACT (FRENCH): L'invagination chez les adultes est rare. Les lipomes gastro-intestinaux sont de rares tumeurs bénignes et l'invagination intestinale due à un lipome gastro-intestinal constitue une entité clinique trés rare. Le lipome peut se développer comme une tumeur bénigne dans tous les organes et rarement dans l'intestin grêle ou le colon. Le présent rapport décrit un cas d'invagination jéjunojéjunale chez un adulte avec une histoire de douleurs abdominales. Iléo-iléale invagination a été diagnostiquée par tomodensitométrie. Une laparotomie exploratrice a révélé l'existence d'une invagination jéjunojéjunale secondaire à un lipome qui a été traitée avec succès par une résection intestinale segmentaire. Une revue de la littérature est également effectuée au sujet de cette association rare révélant les débats diagnostiques et thérapeutiques qui existent.
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- Ouadii Mouaqit
- Surgery Department, University Hospital Hassan II, Fez 30000, Morocco.
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Lee CH, Lee JH, Yoon KJ, Hwang JH, Lee CS. Peritonitis in patients with scrub typhus. Am J Trop Med Hyg 2012; 86:1046-8. [PMID: 22665616 DOI: 10.4269/ajtmh.2012.11-0586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Various complications have been reported in scrub typhus cases including acute respiratory distress syndrome, encephalitis, pneumonia, pericarditis, acute renal failure, and acute hepatic failure. Few studies have reported on the gastrointestinal manifestations of scrub typhus. Typical gastrointestinal manifestations in patients with scrub typhus include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, hematemesis, melena, and diarrhea. The two cases presented in this study are the first reported cases of peritonitis associated with scrub typhus. This study shows that scrub typhus should also be included in the differential diagnosis of peritonitis in areas where Orientia tsutsugamushi is endemic.
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- Chang-Hun Lee
- Department of Internal Medicine, Chonbuk National University Medical School and Research Institute of Clinical Medicine, Jeonju, Republic of Korea.
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Tuboovarian Abscess due to Colonic Diverticulitis in a Virgin Patient with Morbid Obesity: A Case Report. Case Rep Med 2012; 2012:413185. [PMID: 22952477 PMCID: PMC3431136 DOI: 10.1155/2012/413185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2012] [Accepted: 07/22/2012] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Since tuboovarian abscess is almost always a complication of pelvic inflammatory disease, it is rarely observed in virgins. A 30-year-old virgin patient presented with pelvic pain, fever, and vaginal spotting for the previous three weeks. Her abdominopelvic computed tomography scan revealed bilateral multiseptated cystic masses with prominent air-fluid levels suggesting tuboovarian abscesses. The sigmoid colon was lying between two tuboovarian masses, and its borders could not be distinguished from the ovaries. The patient was presumed to have bilateral tuboovarian abscesses which developed as a complication of the sigmoid diverticulitis. She was administered intravenous antibiotic therapy followed by percutaneous drainage under ultrasonographic guidance. She was discharged on the twenty second day with prominent clinical and radiological improvement. Diverticulitis may be a reason for development of tuboovarian abscess in a virgin patient. Early recognition of the condition with percutaneous drainage in addition to antibiotic therapy helps to have an uncomplicated recovery.
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McCawley N, Conlon S, Hector S, Cummins RJ, Dicker P, Johnston PG, Kay EW, McNamara DA, Prehn JHM, Concannon CG. Analyzing proteasomal subunit expression reveals Rpt4 as a prognostic marker in stage II colorectal cancer. Int J Cancer 2012; 131:E494-500. [PMID: 21960357 DOI: 10.1002/ijc.26468] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2011] [Accepted: 09/08/2011] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Early diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer is the key to improving survival rates and as such a need exists to identify patients who may benefit from adjuvant chemotherapy. The dysregulation of the ubiquitin-proteasome system (UPS) has been implicated in oncogenesis and cancer cell survival, and proteasome inhibitors are in clinical use for a number of malignancies including multiple myeloma. In our study, we examined the protein expression of several key components of the UPS in colorectal cancer using immunohistochemistry to determine expression levels of ubiquitinylated proteins and the proteasomal subunits, 20S core and Rpt4 in a cohort of 228 patients with colon cancer. Multivariate Cox analysis revealed that neither the intensity of either ubiquitinylated proteins or the 20S core was predictive in either Stage II or III colon cancer for disease free survival or overall survival. In contrast, in Stage II patients increased Rpt4 staining was significantly associated with disease free survival (Cox proportional hazard ratio 0.605; p = 0.0217). Our data suggest that Rpt4 is an independent prognostic variable for Stage II colorectal cancer and may aid in the decision of which patients undergo adjuvant chemotherapy.
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- Niamh McCawley
- Department of Physiology and Medical Physics, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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Xiong B, Ma L, Zhang C. Laparoscopic versus open total mesorectal excision for middle and low rectal cancer: a meta-analysis of results of randomized controlled trials. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2012; 22:674-84. [PMID: 22881123 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2012.0143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic total mesorectal excision (LTME) for rectal cancer remains controversial. The aim of this meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) is to compare LTME and open total mesorectal excision (OTME) as the primary treatment for patients with middle and low rectal cancer with regard to short-term outcomes. MATERIALS AND METHODS Literature searches of electronic databases (PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library) and manual searches up to October 30, 2011 were performed. Prospective randomized clinical trials were eligible if they included patients with middle and low rectal cancer treated by LTME versus OTME. Fixed and random effects models were used. Review Manager version 5.1 software was used for pooled estimates. RESULTS Four RCTs enrolling 624 participants (LTME group, 308 cases; OTME group, 316 cases) were included in the meta-analysis. LTME for rectal cancer was associated with a significantly longer operative time but significantly less intraoperative blood loss and earlier time to pass first flatus. We found no significant differences in the number of lymph nodes, overall morbidity, and perioperative mortality rates between the two groups. Time to resume liquid diet, time to resume normal diet, and length of hospital stay, although not significantly different between the two groups, did suggest a positive trend toward LTME. CONCLUSIONS It may be concluded that LTME is a safe and effective alternative to OTME and is justifiable under the setting of clinical trials. Additional RCTs that compare LTME and OTME and investigate the long-term oncological outcomes of LTME are required to determine the advantages of LTME over OTME.
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- Binghong Xiong
- Department of General Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China.
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Schlitter AM, Esposito I. [Pathology and classification of intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms of the pancreas]. Chirurg 2012; 83:110-5. [PMID: 22271052 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-011-2181-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMN) are precursor lesions of ductal adenocarcinoma of the pancreas and one of the most common cystic entities in this organ. Branch and main duct types are further distinguished based on the tumor localization. An additional classification is based on the predominant architecture and immunohistochemical profile with four prognostic relevant subtypes, gastric, intestinal, pancreato-biliary and oncocytic. This review provides an overview about the malignant potential of the different subtypes and the prognosis of associated invasive tumors and gives recommendations for the pathological assessment of resection specimens with IPMNs.
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- A M Schlitter
- Institut für Pathologie, Technische Universität München, Ismaninger Strasse 22, Munich, Germany
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