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Day W, Saito Y. Physical effect of various submucosal elevation solutions for colorectal endoscopic procedure: Measuring the vertical-to-horizontal ratio. SURGICAL PRACTICE 2011. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1744-1633.2011.00548.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Friebe B, Wieners G. Radiographic techniques for the localization and treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding of obscure origin. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2011; 37:353. [DOI: 10.1007/s00068-011-0128-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2011] [Accepted: 05/31/2011] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Self-expandable metal stenting of refractory upper gut corrosive strictures: a new role for endoscopy? Case Rep Gastrointest Med 2011; 2011:346413. [PMID: 22606415 PMCID: PMC3350195 DOI: 10.1155/2011/346413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2011] [Accepted: 06/15/2011] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Caustic strictures of the gastrointestinal tract are often difficult to treat, since relapses are frequent after medical or endoscopic treatment. Thus, novel approaches are needed. We report here our experience with self-expandable metallic stents (SEMS) as a new endoscopic approach in three patients with corrosive strictures of the upper gastrointestinal tract.
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Scherübl H, Jensen RT, Cadiot G, Stölzel U, Klöppel G. Management of early gastrointestinal neuroendocrine neoplasms. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2011; 3:133-9. [PMID: 21860682 PMCID: PMC3159501 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v3.i7.133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2011] [Revised: 05/04/2011] [Accepted: 05/18/2011] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) of the stomach, duodenum, appendix or rectum that are small (≤ 1 cm) and well differentiated can be considered “early” tumors, since they generally have a (very) good prognosis. In the new WHO classification of 2010, these neoplasms are called neuroendocrine tumors/ carcinoids (NETs), grade (G) 1 or 2, and distinguished from poorly differentiated neuroendocrine carcinomas (NECs), G3. NETs are increasing, with a rise in the age-adjusted incidence in the U.S.A. by about 700 % in the last 35 years. Improved early detection seems to be the main reason for these epidemiological changes. Both the better general availability of endoscopy, and imaging techniques, have led to a shift in the discovery of smaller-sized (≤ 10-20 mm) intestinal NETs/carcinoids and earlier tumor stages at diagnosis. Endoscopic screening is therefore effective in the early diagnosis, not only of colorectal adenocarcinomas, but also of NETs/carcinoids. Endoscopic removal, followed up with endoscopic surveillance is the treatment of choice in NETs/carcinoids of the stomach, duodenum and rectum that are ≤ 10 mm in size, have a low proliferative activity (G1), do not infiltrate the muscular layer and show no angioinvasion. In all the other intestinal NENs, optimal treatment generally needs surgery and/or medical therapy depending on type, biology and stage of the tumor, as well as the individual situation of the patient.
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- Hans Scherübl
- Hans Scherübl, Departments of Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal Oncology and Infectious Diseases, Vivantes Klinikum Am Urban, Berlin 10967, Germany
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Kume K, Kuroki T, Sugihara T, Shinngai M. Development of a novel endoscopic manipulation system: The Endoscopic operation robot. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2011; 3:145-50. [PMID: 21860684 PMCID: PMC3159503 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v3.i7.145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2010] [Revised: 06/22/2011] [Accepted: 07/01/2011] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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AIM: To develop and evaluate the endoscopic operation robot (EOR). The EOR is a robot system designed specifically for remote manipulation of the scope during gastrointestinal endoscopy by a seated endoscopist.
METHODS: Total colonoscopy examinations using a colonoscopy training model were performed compared conventional insertion by manual manipulation and remote-controlled insertion, using the EOR. The author investigated the time taken for each of the 50 examinations.
RESULTS: The median insertion time (in minutes) for each 10 examinations (EOR vs manual manipulation) was 73.70 ± 25.37 vs 3.77 ± 1.34 in the first group, 38.40 ± 6.24 vs 3.40 ± 0.97 in the second group, 27.6 ± 4.01 vs 2.70 ± 0.95 in the third group, 23.8 ± 3.65 vs 3.10 ± 0.88 in the fourth group, and 22.9 ± 5.02 vs 2.60 ± 1.08 in the fifth group.
CONCLUSION: The study suggested the possibility of the clinical application of the EOR.
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- Keiichiro Kume
- Keiichiro Kume, K's Device; Laboratory for Endoscopy and Third Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyusyu 807-8555, Japan
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Iguchi A, James Kazama J, Komatsu M, Kaneko Y, Iino N, Goto S, Narita I. Three cases of gastric antral vascular ectasia in chronic renal failure. CASE REPORTS IN NEPHROLOGY AND UROLOGY 2011. [PMID: 23197946 PMCID: PMC3485665 DOI: 10.1159/000332832] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE) is currently recognized as an important cause of gastrointestinal bleeding. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is associated with a high incidence of GAVE. We report 3 patients with CKD who presented with severe anemia and were diagnosed with GAVE; they were resistant to endoscopic argon plasma coagulation. However, remission of anemia and improvement in GAVE lesions were observed after the initiation of hemodialysis. The pathogenesis of GAVE remains largely unknown, but mechanical stress of the antrum could play an important role. This stress may be reduced by hemodialysis through improvement of uremia-associated gastrointestinal symptoms. Therefore, the initiation of hemodialysis might be effective for intractable GAVE in CKD patients.
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- Akira Iguchi
- Division of Clinical Nephrology and Rheumatology, Niigata University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata, Japan
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Leung F, Harker J, Leung J, Siao-Salera R, Mann S, Ramirez F, Friedland S, Amato A, Radaelli F, Paggi S, Terruzzi V, Hsieh Y. Removal of infused water predominantly during insertion (water exchange) is consistently associated with a greater reduction of pain score - review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of water method colonoscopy. JOURNAL OF INTERVENTIONAL GASTROENTEROLOGY 2011; 1:114-120. [PMID: 22163081 DOI: 10.4161/jig.1.3.18510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2011] [Revised: 05/29/2011] [Accepted: 06/03/2011] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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INTRODUCTION: Variation in the outcomes in RcTs comparing water-related methods and air insufflation during the insertion phase of colonoscopy raises challenging questions regarding the approach. This report reviews the impact of water exchange on the variation in attenuation of pain during colonoscopy by water-related methods. METHODS: Medline (2008 to 2011) searches, abstracts of the 2011 Digestive Disease Week (DDW) and personal communications were considered to identify RcTs that compared water-related methods and air insufflation to aid insertion of the colonoscope. Results: Since 2008 nine published and one submitted RcTs and five abstracts of RcTs presented at the 2011 DDW have been identified. Thirteen RcTs (nine published, one submitted and one abstract, n=1850) described reduction of pain score during or after colonoscopy (eleven reported statistical significance); the remaining reports described lower doses of medication used, or lower proportion of patients experiencing severe pain in colonoscopy performed with water-related methods compared with air insufflation (Tables 1 and 2). The water-related methods notably differ in the timing of removal of the infused water - predominantly during insertion (water exchange) versus predominantly during withdrawal (water immersion). Use of water exchange was consistently associated with a greater attenuation of pain score in patients who did not receive full sedation (Table 3). CONCLUSION: The comparative data reveal that a greater attenuation of pain was associated with water exchange than water immersion during insertion. The intriguing results should be subjected to further evaluation by additional RcTs to elucidate the mechanism of the pain-alleviating impact of the water method.
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- Fw Leung
- Sepulveda ACC, VAGLAHS, North Hill, CA; USA
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Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) of the stomach are the most frequent among all neuroendocrine neoplasms in the digestive tract. The diagnosis and classification are complicated by the fact that these tumors have to be categorized not only by common staging and grading but also according to their pathophysiological background (types). The types differ in their biological behaviour (aggressiveness) which influences therapeutic concepts. This article explains and summarizes the etiology and classification of gastric NETs and offers a precise concept for diagnosis and treatment to improve clinical outcome.
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Pfeifer J. Surgical management of lower gastrointestinal bleeding. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2011; 37:365-72. [PMID: 26815273 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-011-0122-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2011] [Accepted: 05/22/2011] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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PURPOSE Lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB) is any form of bleeding distal to the Ligament of Treitz. In most cases, acute LGIB is self-limited and resolves spontaneously with conservative management. METHODS Only a minority of approximately 10% is admitted to hospital with signs of massive bleeding and shock requiring resuscitation, urgent evaluation and treatment. RESULTS Over the past decade, there has been a progressive decrease in upper GI events and a significant increase in lower GI events. Overall, mortality has also decreased, but in-hospital fatality due to upper or lower GI complications have remained constant. The problem is that LGIB can arise from a number of sources and may be a significant cause of hospitalisation and mortality in elderly patients. CONCLUSIONS After initial resuscitation, the diagnosis and treatment of LGIB remains a challenge for acute care surgeons, whereby the identification of the source of bleeding is of utmost importance.
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- J Pfeifer
- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery and Section for Surgical Research, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 29, 8036, Graz, Austria.
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NSAIDs-Related Pyloroduodenal Obstruction and Its Endoscopic Management. DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC ENDOSCOPY 2011; 2011:967957. [PMID: 21747657 PMCID: PMC3130975 DOI: 10.1155/2011/967957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2011] [Accepted: 04/20/2011] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Endoscopic balloon dilatation (EBD) has important role in the management of benign gastric outlet obstruction. Although there are many reports on the role of EBD in the management of corrosive-induced and peptic benign GOO, there is scanty data on its role in the management of NSAID-induced GOO. We report 10 cases of NSAID-induced pyloroduodenal obstruction and their endoscopic management. The most common site of involvement was duodenum (5/10) followed by both pylorus and duodenum (4/10) and pylorus (1/10). Most of the strictures were short web-like, and the mean (SD) number of stricture was 2.0 (0.94). Endoscopic balloon dilatation was successful in 90% (9/10) cases requiring mean (SD) of 2.0 (1.6) sessions of dilatation to achieve target diameter of 15 mm and mean (SD) of 5.3 (2.7) sessions to maintain it over a treatment period of 4.5 months (IQR 2–15 months). There was no procedure-related complication or mortality.
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Pancreatic endocrine tumors (PETs) are uncommon and have an incidence of approximately 4-5 per 1 000 000 people, accounting for 1%-2% of all pancreatic neoplasms. They usually grow slowly, eventually metastasize and lead to death. PETs can be classified as functioning or non-functioning tumors based on clinical manifestation. The pathogenesis of PETs may involve abnormal expression of CD10, CD44, CD99, p27, COX2, Ki-67, KIT, CK19, ARHI, RUNX1T1, and survivin genes, loss of heterozygosity on chromosomes, hypermethylation of tumor suppressor genes, and overexpression of ghrelin. Chromogranin A (CgA) has long been used as an important broad-spectrum marker for the identification of PETs. KIT and endoglin are new independent prognostic markers for PETs. The diagnosis is based on histopathology demonstrating neuroendocrine features such as positive staining for chromogranin A and specific hormones such as gastrin, proinsulin, vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP) and glucagon. In addition to standard localization procedures, radiology diagnosis including computed tomography (CT), positron emission tomography and computed tomography (PET/CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound (US), endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), laparoscopic ultrasound (LUS), dynamic enhanced spiral CT, selective arterial stimulation and venous sampling (ASVS), and somatostatin receptor scintigraphy (SRS) are performed. Surgery is still one of the cornerstones in the management of PETs. Laparoscopy, and drugs of somatostatin analogs are routinely used. Understanding of the recent advances of PETs has important implications for the early diagnosis and treatment of PETs.
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The concept of pancreatic cancer prevention through surveillance of high-risk patients has come of age. It is cost-effective to provide surveillance of patients who have a lifetime risk of pancreatic cancer that is ≥16%. Studies are currently ongoing that contribute to our understanding of the imaging methodologies that are best suited for surveillance and the best algorithm for the clinical management of patients who are at risk of this highly lethal disease. Long-term outcomes analyses will help shed light on the best management of these patients, as well as a better understanding of the natural history of familial pancreatic cancer.
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Singh R, Nordeen N, Mei SLCY, Kaffes A, Tam W, Saito Y. West meets East: preliminary results of narrow band imaging with optical magnification in the diagnosis of colorectal lesions: a multicenter Australian study using the modified Sano's classification. Dig Endosc 2011; 23 Suppl 1:126-30. [PMID: 21535218 DOI: 10.1111/j.1443-1661.2011.01107.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Narrow band imaging with optical magnification (NBI-Z) enables mucosal morphology to be assessed in real time by using light with narrowed band width and magnification of up to 115×. METHODS Colorectal lesions detected were assessed with NBI-Z. Histology was predicted using the modified Sano's classification based on capillary network patterns (cn); type I: absent cn (hyperplastic polyp), type II: cn present, surrounding mucosal glands (adenoma), type IIIa: high density cn with tortuosity and lack of uniformity (intramucosal cancer) and type IIIb: nearly avascular cn (invasive cancer). Each lesion was also graded with a confidence level (low/high). High-definition videos (mean 28.2 s; range 12-55) of each lesion assessed with NBI-Z were then taken. This was followed by polypectomy, endoscopic or surgical resection. NBI-Z diagnosis was compared with the final histopathology. To test for interobserver agreement, an endoscopist blinded to the video acquisition process/histology was invited to grade the videos. RESULTS A total of 50 lesions (2 assessors: 100 studies), with an average size of 8.4 mm (range 3-30), in 32 patients were assessed. Twenty were hyperplastic, 25 adenomas, 2 intramucosal and 3 invasive cancers of which 19 were located in the right and 31 in the left colon. The overall accuracy of NBI-Z in predicting histology was 90%, which increased to 95% (88/93) when lesions were predicted with high confidence. The sensitivity (Sn), specificity (Sp), positive (PPV) and negative predictive values (NPV) in differentiating neoplastic from non-neoplastic lesions with high confidence were 98%, 89%, 93% and 97%, respectively, while the Sn, Sp, PPV and NPV in predicting endoscopic resectability (type II, IIIa vs type I, IIIb) was 100%, 90%, 93% and 100%, respectively. The interobserver agreement between both assessors (κ value) was substantial at 0.89. CONCLUSIONS Using confidence levels, NBI-Z permits prediction of colorectal neoplasia with high accuracies and might allow prompt decisions to be made if a lesion should be left in situ, resected and discarded or biopsied. This approach might lead to substantial time and cost savings and could potentially reduce complications associated with polypectomy and endoscopic resections.
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- Rajvinder Singh
- Lyell McEwin Hospital, Elizabeth Vale, South Australia, Australia.
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Enomoto S, Oka M, Ohata H, Mukoubayashi C, Watanabe M, Moribata K, Muraki Y, Shingaki N, Deguchi H, Ueda K, Inoue I, Maekita T, Iguchi M, Yanaoka K, Tamai H, Fujishiro M, Mohara O, Ichinose M. Assessment of gastroesophageal reflux disease by serodiagnosis of Helicobacter pylori-related chronic gastritis stage. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2011; 3:71-7. [PMID: 21603035 PMCID: PMC3098437 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v3.i4.71] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [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: 12/14/2010] [Revised: 02/23/2011] [Accepted: 03/02/2011] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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AIM: To evaluate the association of Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori)-related chronic gastritis stage with upper gastrointestinal symptoms and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
METHODS: Subjects underwent upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, a questionnaire using a frequency scale for symptoms of GERD (FSSG), and measurements of serum H.pylori-antibody and pepsinogen (PG) levels. They were classified into the following 4 groups in terms of H.pylori-related chronic gastritis stage: Group A (n = 219), H.pylori(-)PG(-); Group B (n = 310), H.pylori(+)PG(-); Group C (n = 279), H.pylori(+)PG(+); and Group D (n = 17), H.pylori(-)PG(+).
RESULTS: Reflux esophagitis occurred in 30.6% of Group A, 14.5% of Group B, 6.8% of Group C, and 0% of Group D (P < 0.001). Scores for acid reflux symptoms decreased significantly with chronic gastritis stage (from Group A to D) (P < 0.05), while scores for dysmotility symptoms did not differ significantly. The prevalence of non-erosive reflux disease (NERD) did not differ among groups. However, in subjects with GERD, the prevalence of NERD tended to increase with chronic gastritis stage (P = 0.081).
CONCLUSION: Acid reflux symptoms and the prevalence of reflux esophagitis can be assessed by measuring both serum H.pylori-antibody and PG levels.
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- Shotaro Enomoto
- Shotaro Enomoto, Masashi Oka, Chizu Mukoubayashi, Mika Watanabe, Kosaku Moribata, Yosuke Muraki, Naoki Shingaki, Hisanobu Deguchi, Kazuki Ueda, Izumi Inoue, Takao Maekita, Mikitaka Iguchi, Kimihiko Yanaoka, Hideyuki Tamai, Masao Ichinose, Second Department of Internal Medicine, Wakayama Medical University, Wakayama 641-0012, Japan
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Leung FW, Leung JW, Mann SK, Friedland S, Ramirez FC, Olafsson S. DDW 2011 cutting edge colonoscopy techniques - state of the art lecture master class - warm water infusion/CO(2) insufflation for colonoscopy. JOURNAL OF INTERVENTIONAL GASTROENTEROLOGY 2011; 1:78-82. [PMID: 21776430 DOI: 10.4161/jig.1.2.16830] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2011] [Revised: 05/23/2011] [Accepted: 05/25/2011] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Pain limits the success of cecal intubation in unsedated patient. Carbon dioxide infusion instead of air insufflation and water infusion as an adjunction to air insufflation have both been investigated as modalities to minimize pain associated with colonoscopy. Multiple RCT support an effect of carbon dioxide in reducing pain after colonoscopy. A modern method of water infusion as the sole modality for aiding colonoscope insertion has been shown to reduce pain during and after colonoscopy. Favorable effects in reducing discomfort have been documented in both sedated and unsedated patients. Because of the need to perform water exchange in the patients with suboptimal bowel perparation, a serendipitous consequence of salvage cleansing is evident with application of the water method. The associated increase in adenoma detection especially in the proximal colon is most intriguing. The hypothesis that the water method during insertion combined with carbon dioxide insufflation during withdrawal will optimally decrease colonoscopy pain should be evaluated. The implications of increased adenoma detection by the water method also deserve to be studied.
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- Felix W Leung
- The Research and Medical Services, Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System and David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
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Nallamothu G, Hilden K, Adler DG. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography for non-gastroenterologists: what you need to know. Hosp Pract (1995) 2011; 39:70-80. [PMID: 21576899 DOI: 10.3810/hp.2011.04.396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) represents the most powerful and widely employed platform for pancreaticobiliary interventions. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography allows diagnosis and treatment of a broad spectrum of diseases of the pancreaticobiliary tree that are both benign and malignant in nature. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography continues to evolve rapidly, and non-gastroenterologists need to understand the indications, contraindications, limitations, and role of ERCP to effectively manage and coordinate the care of patients with known or suspected pancreaticobiliary disease. This article will review the role of ERCP in detail to further an understanding of the procedure as a whole and to assess when referral of a patient for an ERCP or other related test is indicated.
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- Geetha Nallamothu
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Utah School of Medicine, Huntsman Cancer Center, Salt Lake City, UT 84312, USA
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Sun BH, Lu SY, Chen DD, Pan XZ. Helicobacter pylori infection and other risk factors associated with peptic ulcers: an analysis of 204 cases. Shijie Huaren Xiaohua Zazhi 2011; 19:628-630. [DOI: 10.11569/wcjd.v19.i6.628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [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 study the impact of Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori) infection and other risk factors on the development of gastric ulcer (GU) and duodenal ulcer (DU).
METHODS: A total of 204 patients who were treated at our hospital from 2003 to 2008 were included. The association of H.pylori infection status (14C-UBT), endoscopic findings, personal habits (smoking, alcohol intake), and medication (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aspirin intake) with the development of GU and DU was investigated using multi-way frequency analysis.
RESULTS: GU in the presence of H.pylori had significant association with aspirin (P = 0.0010), alcohol (P = 0.0091) and NSAIDs (P = 0.0321). DU in the presence of H.pylori had significant association with aspirin/smoking/NSAIDs (P = 0.0256), aspirin/alcohol (P = 0.0020) and aspirin/smoking (P = 0.0221). In the absence of H.pylori, GU had significant association with alcohol/NSAIDs (P = 0.0435) and NSAIDs (P = 0.0431), while DU had significant association with smoking/alcohol/NSAIDs (P = 0.0014), aspirin/NSAIDs (P = 0.0331), and aspirin/alcohol (P = 0.0032).
CONCLUSION: In the presence of H.pylori, intake of aspirin, alcohol or NSAIDs acts as independent risk factors for the occurrence of GU but affects the occurrence of DU only when combined together.
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Lucendo AJ, Guagnozzi D. Small bowel video capsule endoscopy in Crohn’s disease: What have we learned in the last ten years? World J Gastrointest Endosc 2011; 3:23-9. [PMID: 21403813 PMCID: PMC3055940 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v3.i2.23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2010] [Revised: 01/25/2011] [Accepted: 02/01/2010] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Since its introduction in 2001, capsule endoscopy (CE) has become the most important advance in the study of small bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease (CD). This technique has been demonstrated to be superior to all other current forms of radiological investigation in detecting mucosal abnormalities of small bowel nonstricturing CD. CE has proven to be extremely useful in diagnosing CD in patients with inconclusive findings from ileocolonoscopy and x-ray-based studies. Almost half of all patients with CD involving the ileum also present lesions in proximal intestinal segments, with the small bowel being exclusively involved in up to 30% of all CD cases. Despite the widespread use of CE, several questions concerning the utility of this technique remain unanswered. The lack of commonly agreed diagnostic criteria for defining CD lesions with the aid of CE may have had an influence on the variation in diagnostic results for CE reported in the literature. The utility of CE in monitoring CD and in guiding therapy has also been proposed. Furthermore, CE could be a useful second-line technique for patients with an established diagnosis of CD and unexplained symptoms. Finally, as no threshold for CD diagnosis has been agreed upon, a severity scale of mucosal disease activity has not been universally followed. None of the available activity indexes based on CE findings has been independently validated. This article discusses several cutting-edge aspects of the usefulness of CE in CD 10 years after its introduction as a sensible method to study the small intestine.
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- Alfredo J Lucendo
- Alfredo J Lucendo, Danila Guagnozzi, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital General de Tomelloso, Tomelloso 13700, Ciudad Real, Spain
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Leung J, Mann S, Siao-Salera R, Ransibrahmanakul K, Lim B, Canete W, Samson L, Gutierrez R, Leung FW. A randomized, controlled trial to confirm the beneficial effects of the water method on U.S. veterans undergoing colonoscopy with the option of on-demand sedation. Gastrointest Endosc 2011; 73:103-10. [PMID: 21184876 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2010.09.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 75] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2010] [Accepted: 09/08/2010] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Sedation for colonoscopy discomfort imposes a recovery-time burden on patients. The water method permitted 52% of patients accepting on-demand sedation to complete colonoscopy without sedation. On-site and at-home recovery times were not reported. OBJECTIVE To confirm the beneficial effect of the water method and document the patient recovery-time burden. DESIGN Randomized, controlled trial, with single-blinded, intent-to-treat analysis. SETTING Veterans Affairs outpatient endoscopy unit. PATIENTS This study involved veterans accepting on-demand sedation for screening and surveillance colonoscopy. INTERVENTION Air versus water method for colonoscope insertion. MAIN OUTCOME MEASUREMENTS Proportion of patients completing colonoscopy without sedation, cecal intubation rate, medication requirement, maximum discomfort (0 = none, 10 = severe), procedure-related and patient-related outcomes. RESULTS One hundred veterans were randomized to the air (n = 50) or water (n = 50) method. The proportions of patients who could complete colonoscopy without sedation in the water group (78%) and the air group (54%) were significantly different (P = .011, Fisher exact test), but the cecal intubation rate was similar (100% in both groups). Secondary analysis (data as Mean [SD]) shows that the water method produced a reduction in medication requirement: fentanyl, 12.5 (26.8) μg versus 24.0 (30.7) μg; midazolam, 0.5 (1.1) mg versus 0.94 (1.20) mg; maximum discomfort, 2.3 (1.7) versus 4.9 (2.0); recovery time on site, 8.4 (6.8) versus 12.3 (9.4) minutes; and recovery time at home, 4.5 (9.2) versus 10.9 (14.0) hours (P = .049; P = .06; P = .0012; P = .0199; and P = .0048, respectively, t test). LIMITATIONS Single Veterans Affairs site, predominantly male population, unblinded examiners. CONCLUSION This randomized, controlled trial confirms the reported beneficial effects of the water method. The combination of the water method with on-demand sedation minimizes the patient recovery-time burden. ( CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT00920751.).
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- Joseph Leung
- Gastroenterology, University of California Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, USA
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Unsedated colonoscopy has been an evolving subject ever since its initial description four decades ago. Failure in unsedated diagnostic cases due to patient pain led to the introduction of sedation. Extension to screening cases, albeit logical, created a sedation-related barrier to colonoscopy screening. In recent years a water method has been developed to combat the pain during unsedated colonoscopy in the US. In randomized controlled trials the water method decreases pain, increases cecal intubation success, and enhances the proportion of patients who complete unsedated colonoscopy. The salvage cleansing of suboptimal bowel preparation by the water method serendipitously may have increased the detection of adenoma in both unsedated and sedated patients. The state-of-the-art lecture concludes that unsedated colonoscopy is feasible. The hypothesis is that recent advances, such as the development of the water method, may contribute to reviving unsedated colonoscopy as a potentially attractive option for colon cancer screening and deserves to be tested.
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- Felix W. Leung
- The Research and Medical Services, Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, USA,David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, USA,Address for correspondence: Prof. Felix W. Leung, 111G, Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center, VAGLAHS, 16111 Plummer Street, North Hills, CA 91343. E-mail:
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- King Khalid University Hospital, KSU, Internal Medicine, King Khalid University Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Leung FW, Leung JW, Siao-Salera RM, Mann SK. The water method significantly enhances proximal diminutive adenoma detection rate in unsedated patients. JOURNAL OF INTERVENTIONAL GASTROENTEROLOGY 2011; 1:8-13. [PMID: 21686106 DOI: 10.4161/jig.1.1.14587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2010] [Revised: 11/25/2010] [Accepted: 11/28/2010] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND: Colonoscopy has been reported to fail to prevent some post screening colonoscopy incident cancers or minimize cancer mortality in the proximal colon. These reports question the effectiveness of colonoscopy in detecting all proximal adenomas. Diminutive ones which can be obscured by residual feces are particularly at risk. The water method provides salvage cleansing of sub-optimal preparations. OBJECTIVE: To test the hypothesis that the water method enhances proximal diminutive adenoma detection rate (ADR). DESIGN: The data bases of two parallel RCT were combined and analyzed. SETTING: Two Veterans Affairs endoscopy units. PATIENT AND METHODS: The water and air methods were compared in these two parallel RCT examining unsedated patients. MAIN OUTCOME MEASUREMENTS: The combined data on diminutive and overall ADR in the proximal colon, overall ADR, cecal intubation rate, withdrawal time and global bowel cleanliness score. RESULTS: Data in the water (n=92) and the air (n=90) groups were assessed. The water method yielded a significantly higher proximal diminutive ADR, 28.3% vs. 14.4% (p=0.0298); cecal intubation rate, 99% vs. 90% (p=0.0091); mean withdrawal time 19 (10) vs. 15 (8) min (p=0.0065) and mean global bowel cleanliness score during withdrawal, 2.6 (0.7) vs. 2.3 (0.6) (p=0.0032). Increase in proximal overall ADR in the water group approached significance, 29.3% vs. 16.7% (p=0.0592). LIMITATION: Small number of predominantly male veterans. CONCLUSION: The significantly higher cecal intubation rate, longer mean withdrawal time and better mean global bowel cleanliness score favor the outcome of significantly enhanced proximal diminutive ADR in the water group.
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- Felix W Leung
- Gastroenterology, VA Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center, Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS), North Hill, CA, and David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Leung FW. Is there a place for sedationless colonoscopy? JOURNAL OF INTERVENTIONAL GASTROENTEROLOGY 2011; 1:19-22. [PMID: 21686108 DOI: 10.4161/jig.1.1.14592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2010] [Revised: 07/24/2010] [Accepted: 07/25/2010] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Usedated colonoscopy is routinely available in many parts of the world. In the US, only educated professionals appear to be knowledgeable enough to request the unsedated option. Colonoscopists have also been willing to perform unsedated colonoscopy when a patient presents without an escort after undergoing bowel purge preparation. While the actual side-effects of sedation are minimal, the escort requirement and time burden of sedation are barriers to the uptake of screening colonoscopy in the US. The recent trend of deep sedation with propofol for screening colonoscopy increases the efficiency of the colonoscopists at significant costs (e.g. anesthetist reimbursement). The options of as needed and on demand sedation permit patients to complete colonoscopy without sedation. The latter appears to be potentially less coercive. Nurses with experience in the unsedated options recognize the benefit of the quick turn-around of the examination room and shortened occupancy of the recovery area. Discharge planning can be optimized due to absence of amnesia. Patients completing unsedated colonoscopy have given their endorsement of the options. Pain and discomfort continue to limit the success rate of cecal intubation to about 80%. A recently described water method (warm water infusion in lieu of air insufflation combined with removal of all residual colonic air by suction and residual feces by water exchange) has the potential of decreasing procedural discomfort and enhancing cecal intubation in unsedated colonoscopy. The availability of the novel water method assures colonoscopists that high success rate of cecal intubation can be achieved in the unsedated patients.
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- Felix W Leung
- Research and Medical Services, VA Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center, Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, North Hills, CA, USA; and David Geffen School of Medicine at University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Leung FW. Patients' perspective - written testimonials from physician-patients and oral accounts presented by patients in person. JOURNAL OF INTERVENTIONAL GASTROENTEROLOGY 2011; 1:45-46. [PMID: 21686115 DOI: 10.4161/jig.1.1.14605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2010] [Revised: 11/05/2010] [Accepted: 11/07/2010] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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- Felix W Leung
- Gastroenterology, VA Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center, VAGLA Healthcare System and David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, North Hills, CA
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Chait MM. Gastroesophageal reflux disease: Important considerations for the older patients. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2010; 2:388-96. [PMID: 21191512 PMCID: PMC3010469 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v2.i12.388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [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: 10/28/2010] [Revised: 11/29/2010] [Accepted: 12/06/2010] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the most common upper gastrointestinal disorder seen in the elderly. The worldwide incidence of GERD is increasing as the incidence of Helicobacter pylori is decreasing. Although elderly patients with GERD have fewer symptoms, their disease is more often severe. They have more esophageal and extraesophageal complications that may be potentially life threatening. Esophageal complications include erosive esophagitis, esophageal stricture, Barrett's esophagus and adenocarcinoma of the esophagus. Extraesophageal complications include atypical chest pain that can simulate angina pectoris; ear, nose, and throat manifestations such as globus sensation, laryngitis, and dental problems; pulmonary problems such as chronic cough, asthma, and pulmonary aspiration. A more aggressive approach may be warranted in the elderly patient, because of the higher incidence of severe complications. Although the evaluation and management of GERD are generally the same in elderly patients as for all adults, there are specific issues of causation, evaluation and treatment that must be considered when dealing with the elderly.
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- Maxwell M Chait
- Maxwell M Chait, Hartsdale Medical Group, Hartsdale, NY 10530, United States
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Karnsakul W, Cannon ML, Gillespie S, Vaughan R. Idiopathic non-hypertrophic pyloric stenosis in an infant successfully treated via endoscopic approach. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2010; 2:413-6. [PMID: 21191516 PMCID: PMC3010473 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v2.i12.413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2010] [Revised: 09/27/2010] [Accepted: 10/04/2010] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Non-peptic, non-hypertrophic pyloric stenosis has rarely been reported in pediatric literature. Endoscopic pyloric balloon dilation has been shown to be a safe procedure in treating gastric outlet obstruction in older children and adults. Partial gastric outlet obstruction (GOO) was diagnosed in an infant by history and confirmed by an upper gastrointestinal series (UGI). Abdominal ultrasonography and computed tomography scan excluded idiopathic hypertrophic pyloric stenosis, abdominal tumors, gastrointestinal and hepato-biliary-pancreatic anomalies. Endoscopic findings showed a pinhole-sized pylorus and did not indicate peptic ulcer disease, Helicobacter pylori infection, antral web, or evidence of allergic and inflammatory bowel diseases. Three sessions of a step-wise endoscopic pyloric balloon dilation were conducted under general anesthesia and a fluoroscopy at two week intervals using catheter balloons (Boston Scientific Microvasive®, MA, USA) of increasing diameters. Repeat UGI after the first session revealed normal gastrointestinal transit and no intestinal obstruction. The patient tolerated solid food without any gastrointestinal symptoms since the first session. The endoscope was able to be passed through the pylorus after the last session. Although the etiology of GOO in this infant is unclear (proposed mechanisms are herein discussed), endoscopic pyloric balloon dilation was a safe procedure for treating this young infant with non-peptic, non-hypertrophic pyloric stenosis and should be considered as an initial approach before pyloroplasty in such presentations.
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- Wikrom Karnsakul
- Wikrom Karnsakul, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21287, United State
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Dewan B, Chimata R. An open-label, randomized, cross-over bioequivalence study of lafutidine 10 mg under fasting condition. World J Gastrointest Pharmacol Ther 2010; 1:112-8. [PMID: 21577305 PMCID: PMC3091155 DOI: 10.4292/wjgpt.v1.i5.112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [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: 04/23/2010] [Revised: 09/21/2010] [Accepted: 09/28/2010] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To assess the relative bioavailability and pharmacokinetic properties of two formulations (test and reference) of Lafutidine 10 mg.
METHODS: The study was performed as an open label, randomized, two-way, two-period, two-treatment, single dose cross-over bioequivalence study, under non-fed condition to compare the pharmacokinetic profiles of the lafutidine formulation manufactured by Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd., India using an indigenously developed active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) and the commercially available Stogra® formulation, of UCB Japan Co., Ltd., Japan. The two treatments were separated by a wash-out period of 5 d. After an overnight fasting period of 10 h, the subjects were administered either the test or the reference medication as per the randomization schedule. Blood samples were collected at intervals up to 24 h, as per the approved protocol. Concentrations of lafutidine in plasma were analyzed by a validated liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS/MS) method, and a non-compartmental model was used for pharmacokinetic analysis. The pharmacokinetic parameters were subjected to a 4-way ANOVA accounting for sequence, subjects, period and treatment. Statistical significance was evaluated at 95% confidence level (P ≥ 0.05).
RESULTS: The mean (± SD) values of the pharmacokinetic parameters (test vs reference) were Cmax (265.15 ± 49.84 ng/mL vs 246.79 ± 29.30 ng/mL, P < 0.05), Area under the curve (AUC)(0-t) (1033.13 ± 298.74 ng.h/mL vs 952.93 ± 244.07 ng.h/mL, P < 0.05), AUC(0-∞) (1047.61 ± 301.22 ng.h/mL vs 964.21 ± 246.45 ng.h/mL, P < 0.05), and t½(1.92 ± 0.94 h vs 2.05 ± 1.01 h, P < 0.05). The 90% confidence intervals (CI) for the test/reference ratio of mean Cmax, AUC(0-t), and AUC(0-∞) were within the acceptable range of 80.00 to 125.00. The mean times (± SD) to attain maximal plasma concentration (tmax) of lafutidine were 0.95 ± 0.24 h vs 1.01 ± 0.29 h (P < 0.05) for the test and the reference formulations respectively. Both the formulations were well tolerated.
CONCLUSION: In summary, this study has demonstrated the bioequivalence of the two formulations of lafutidine 10 mg. Hence it can be concluded that the two formulations can be used interchangeably in clinical settings.
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- Bhupesh Dewan
- Bhupesh Dewan, Director Medical Services, Zuventus Healthcare Ltd., Mumbai 400072, India
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Leung FW, Harker JO, Jackson G, Okamoto KE, Behbahani OM, Jamgotchian NJ, Aharonian HS, Guth PH, Mann SK, Leung JW. A proof-of-principle, prospective, randomized, controlled trial demonstrating improved outcomes in scheduled unsedated colonoscopy by the water method. Gastrointest Endosc 2010; 72:693-700. [PMID: 20619405 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2010.05.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 112] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2010] [Accepted: 05/11/2010] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND An observational study in veterans showed that a novel water method (water infusion in lieu of air insufflation) enhanced cecal intubation and willingness to undergo a repeat scheduled unsedated colonoscopy. OBJECTIVE To confirm these beneficial effects and significant attenuation of discomfort in a randomized, controlled trial (RCT). DESIGN Prospective RCT, intent-to-treat analysis. SETTING Veterans Affairs ambulatory care facility. PATIENTS Veterans undergoing scheduled unsedated colonoscopy. INTERVENTIONS During insertion, the water and traditional air methods were compared. MAIN OUTCOME MEASUREMENTS Discomfort and procedure-related outcomes. RESULTS Eighty-two veterans were randomized to the air (n = 40) or water (n = 42) method. Cecal intubation (78% vs 98%) and willingness to repeat (78% vs 93%) were significantly better with the water method (P < .05; Fisher exact test). The mean (standard deviation) of maximum discomfort (0 = none, 10 = most severe) during colonoscopy was 5.5 (3.0) versus 3.6 (2.1) P = .002 (Student t test), and the median overall discomfort after colonoscopy was 3 versus 2, P = .052 (Mann-Whitney U test), respectively. The method, but not patient characteristics, was a predictor of discomfort (t = -1.998, P = .049, R(2) = 0.074). The odds ratio for failed cecal intubation was 2.09 (95% CI, 1.49-2.93) for the air group. Fair/poor previous experience increased the risk of failed cecal intubation in the air group only. The water method numerically increased adenoma yield. LIMITATIONS Single site, small number of elderly men, unblinded examiner, possibility of unblinded subjects, restricted generalizability. CONCLUSIONS The RCT data confirmed that the water method significantly enhanced cecal intubation and willingness to undergo a repeat colonoscopy. The decrease in maximum discomfort was significant; the decrease in overall discomfort approached significance. The method, but not patient characteristics, was a predictor of discomfort. (Clinical trial registration number NCT00747084).
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- Felix W Leung
- Research and Medical Services, Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center, Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, North Hills, California, USA.
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Gabbrielli A, Pezzilli R, Uomo G, Zerbi A, Frulloni L, Rai PD, Castoldi L, Costamagna G, Bassi C, Carlo VD. ERCP in acute pancreatitis: What takes place in routine clinical practice? World J Gastrointest Endosc 2010; 2:308-13. [PMID: 21160762 PMCID: PMC2999033 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v2.i9.308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2010] [Revised: 08/19/2010] [Accepted: 08/26/2010] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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AIM: To evaluate the data from a survey carried out in Italy regarding the endoscopic approach to acute pancreatitis in order to obtain a picture of what takes place after the release of an educational project on acute pancreatitis sponsored by the Italian Association for the Study of the Pancreas.
METHODS: Of the 1 173 patients enrolled in our survey, the most frequent etiological category was biliary forms (69.3%) and most patients had mild pancreatitis (85.8%).
RESULTS: 344/1 173 (29.3%) underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). The mean interval between the onset of symptoms and ERCP was 6.7 ± 5.0 d; only 89 examinations (25.9%) were performed within 72 h from the onset of symptoms. The main indications for ERCP were suspicion of common bile duct stones (90.3%), jaundice (44.5%), clinical worsening of acute pancreatitis (14.2%) and cholangitis (6.1%). Biliary and pancreatic ducts were visualized in 305 patients (88.7%) and in 93 patients (27.0%) respectively. The success rate in obtaining a cholangiogram was statistically higher (P = 0.003) in patients with mild acute pancreatitis (90.6%) than in patients with severe disease (72.2%). Biliary endoscopic sphincterotomy was performed in 295 of the 305 patients (96.7%) with no difference between mild and severe disease (P = 0.985). ERCP morbidity was 6.1% and mortality was 1.7%; the mortality was due to the complications of acute pancreatitis and not the endoscopic procedure.
CONCLUSION: The results of this survey, as with those carried out in other countries, indicate a lack of compliance with the guidelines for the indications for interventional endoscopy.
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- Armando Gabbrielli
- Armando Gabbrielli, Luca Frulloni, Claudio Bassi, Department of Surgical and Gastroenterological Sciences, University of Verona, Verona 37100, Italy
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Lu YL, Li GL, Huang HL, Zhong J, Dai LC. Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-γ 34C>G polymorphism and colorectal cancer risk: A meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol 2010; 16:2170-5. [PMID: 20440859 PMCID: PMC2864844 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v16.i17.2170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [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 association between peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-γ (PPAR-γ) gene polymorphism 34 C>G and colorectal cancer (CRC), a meta-analysis review was performed in this report.
METHODS: A systematic literature search and selection of eligible relevant studies were carried out. Nine independent studies with a total number of 4533 cases and 6483 controls were included in the meta-analysis on the association between polymorphism 34 C>G and CRC.
RESULTS: There was no evidence for the association between PPAR-γ 34 C>G and CRC if all of the subjects in the nine studies were included. However, CG + GG showed a marginally significant difference from CC (OR = 0.84, 95% CI: 0.69-1.01, P = 0.07) in random-effect model. Stratified meta-analysis indicated that PPAR-γ 34 C>G was associated with colon cancer (OR = 0.8, 95% CI: 0.65-0.99, P = 0.04) in random-effect model, and the G allele decreased colon cancer risk. No significant association was observed between PPAR-γ 34 C>G and rectal cancer.
CONCLUSION: PPAR-γ 34 C>G is associated with colon cancer risk, but not associated with CRC and rectal cancer risk.
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