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Silva R. Esophageal Stenting: How I Do It. GE PORTUGUESE JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2023; 30:35-44. [PMID: 37908740 PMCID: PMC10631140 DOI: 10.1159/000530704] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2022] [Accepted: 01/25/2023] [Indexed: 11/02/2023]
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Endoscopic esophageal stent placement is an effective palliative treatment for malignant strictures and has also been successfully used for benign indications, including esophageal refractory strictures and iatrogenic leaks and perforations. Despite several decades of evolution and the wide variety of esophageal stents available to choose from, an ideal stent that is both effective and without adverse events such as stent migration, tissue ingrowth, or pressure necrosis has yet to be developed. This paper is an overview of how this evolution happened, and it also addresses the characteristics of some of the currently available stents, like their material and construction, delivery device, radial and axial force pattern, covering and size which may help to understand and avoid the occurrence of adverse events. The insertion delivery systems and techniques of placement of an esophageal self-expandable metal stent are reviewed, as well as some tips and tricks regarding placement and management of adverse events.
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- Rui Silva
- Gastroenterology Department, Portuguese Oncology Institute of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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Liu W, Choi SJ, George D, Li L, Zhong Z, Zhang R, Choi SY, Selaru FM, Gracias DH. Untethered shape-changing devices in the gastrointestinal tract. Expert Opin Drug Deliv 2023; 20:1801-1822. [PMID: 38044866 PMCID: PMC10872387 DOI: 10.1080/17425247.2023.2291450] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Advances in microfabrication, automation, and computer engineering seek to revolutionize small-scale devices and machines. Emerging trends in medicine point to smart devices that emulate the motility, biosensing abilities, and intelligence of cells and pathogens that inhabit the human body. Two important characteristics of smart medical devices are the capability to be deployed in small conduits, which necessitates being untethered, and the capacity to perform mechanized functions, which requires autonomous shape-changing. AREAS COVERED We motivate the need for untethered shape-changing devices in the gastrointestinal tract for drug delivery, diagnosis, and targeted treatment. We survey existing structures and devices designed and utilized across length scales from the macro to the sub-millimeter. These devices range from triggerable pre-stressed thin film microgrippers and spring-loaded devices to shape-memory and differentially swelling structures. EXPERT OPINION Recent studies demonstrate that when fully enabled, tether-free and shape-changing devices, especially at sub-mm scales, could significantly advance the diagnosis and treatment of GI diseases ranging from cancer and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) by improving treatment efficacy, reducing costs, and increasing medication compliance. We discuss the challenges and possibilities associated with ensuring safe, reliable, and autonomous operation of these smart devices.
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- Wangqu Liu
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
- Department of Chemistry, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
- Department of Oncology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA
- Laboratory for Computational Sensing and Robotics (LCSR), Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center (SKCCC), Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA
- Center for MicroPhysiological Systems (MPS), Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA
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Diamantopoulos A, Choudhury SR, Irani FG, Tinto HR, Sabharwal T. CIRSE Standards of Practice on Placement of Upper Gastrointestinal Stents. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2023; 46:562-572. [PMID: 36918426 PMCID: PMC10156831 DOI: 10.1007/s00270-023-03395-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Accepted: 02/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Image-guided insertion of stents in the upper gastrointestinal trunk is an effective, minimally invasive treatment option to provide immediate relief of symptoms caused by upper gastrointestinal tract obstruction related to advanced-stage malignant causes or benign causes that lead to lumen narrowing. PURPOSE This document, as with all CIRSE Standards of Practice documents, is not intended to impose a standard of clinical patient care but will recommend a reasonable approach to best practices for performing stenting of the upper gastrointestinal tract, namely the oesophageal and gastroduodenal segments. Our purpose is to provide up-to-date recommendations for placement of upper gastrointestinal tract stents based on the previously published guidelines on this topic in 2005 and 2007. METHODS The writing group was established by the CIRSE Standards of Practice Committee and consisted of a group of internationally recognised experts in performing upper gastrointestinal stenting. The writing group reviewed the existing literature using PubMed to search for relevant publications in the English language up to September 2021. The final recommendations were formulated through consensus. CONCLUSION Insertion of stents in the oesophageal and gastroduodenal tracts has an established role in the successful management of malignant or benign obstructions. This Standards of Practice document provides up-to-date recommendations for the safe performance of upper gastrointestinal stent placement.
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- Athanasios Diamantopoulos
- Department of Interventional Radiology, Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, St Thomas' Hospital, London, UK. .,School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, Kings College London, London, UK.
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- Radiology, Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Kolkata, India
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- Department of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Radiology Department, Champalimaud Foundation, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, St Thomas' Hospital, London, UK
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Çağatay AK, Sayar S, Kılıç ET, Kahraman R, Öztürk O, Özdil K. The Role of Self-Expandable Metallic Stents in the Treatment of Malignant Strictures in all Segments of the Gastrointestinal Tract. Indian J Palliat Care 2023; 29:64-69. [PMID: 36846283 PMCID: PMC9945415 DOI: 10.25259/ijpc_106_2021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Accepted: 11/19/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Objectives Management of malignant gastrointestinal (GI) obstruction presents a significant challenge. Most patients are in a profoundly decompensated state due to underlying malignancy and are not ideal candidates for invasive surgical procedures. Self-expandable metallic stents (SEMSs) are used to provide permanent or temporary patency in all endoscopically accessible stenosis of the GI tract. In this study, it is aimed to analyse the characteristics and the efficacy of patients with malignant stenosis treated with SEMS, in all segments of the GI tract. Material and Methods The sample consisted of 60 patients who underwent SEMS replacement, between 10 March 2014 and 16 December 2020, to treat malignant-related strictures in the GI tract at the Gastroenterology Department of the Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital. The data of the patients, hospital data processing database and electronic endoscopic database records were retrospectively scanned and recorded. The general characteristics of the patients and the treatment-related features were analysed. Results The mean age of patients who were placed SEMS was 69.7 ± 13.7 years. Uncovered (15%, n: 9), fully covered (13.3%, n: 8), or partially covered (71.6%, n: 43) SEMS were successfully placed in all patients. Clinical success in patients with SEMS was 85.7% in the esophagus, 100% in the small intestine and 90.9% in the stomach and colon. About 11.4% migration, 14.2% pain, 11.4% overgrowth and 5.7% ingrowth were detected in patients who had SEMS placed in the oesophagus. Pain was detected in 9.1% and ingrowth in 18.2% of patients who had SEMS placed in the stomach. Pain was detected in 18.2% of the patients who had SEMS placed in the colon and migration was found in 9.1%. Conclusion SEMS implant is a minimally invasive effective method in the palliative treatment of malignant strictures of the GI tract.
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- A. K. Çağatay
- Department of Gastroenterology, Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Anestesiology, Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Dobashi A, Li DK, Mavrogenis G, Visrodia KH, Bazerbachi F. Endoscopic Management of Esophageal Cancer. Thorac Surg Clin 2022; 32:479-495. [DOI: 10.1016/j.thorsurg.2022.07.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Park KH, Lew D, Samaan J, Patel S, Liu Q, Gaddam S, Gupta K, Jamil LH, Lo SK. Comparison of no stent fixation, endoscopic suturing, and a novel over-the-scope clip for stent fixation in preventing migration of fully covered self-expanding metal stents: a retrospective comparative study (with video). Gastrointest Endosc 2022; 96:771-779. [PMID: 35697128 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2022.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Revised: 05/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/01/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Endoscopic suturing and over-the-scope clips (OTSCs) are used to prevent migration of fully covered self-expandable metal stents (FCSEMSs). Recently, a dedicated OTSC was developed for securing FCSEMSs. Our primary aim was to compare the frequency of stent migration without stent fixation versus fixation with suturing or OTSCs, and out secondary aims were to compare clinical success, procedure duration, and adverse events. METHODS A retrospective cohort study evaluated the outcome of stent placement throughout the entire GI tract from 2013 to 2021. Stent migration was determined as stent displacement ≥2 cm endoscopically or radiographically. Clinical success was defined as resolution of indication at follow-up. RESULTS Four hundred thirty-three procedures were performed, 239 (55%) without fixation, 140 (32%) with suturing, and 54 (12%) with OTSCs. Stent migration rates were 62% without fixation, 57% with suturing, and 35% with OTSCs (P = .013). The median time to stent migration was 3 weeks without fixation, 5 weeks with suturing, and 6 weeks with OTSCs (P = .023). The clinical success rate was 43%. The median procedure time for OTSCs was shorter compared with suturing (42 vs 68 minutes, P = .002). Adverse event rates trended toward being lowest with OTSCs at 9% compared with 21% without fixation and 18% with suturing (P > .05). CONCLUSIONS OTSCs for stent fixation were found to have significantly lower migration rates compared with no fixation and suturing. Moreover, OTSCs were associated with decreased overall procedure time and total costs per procedure while trending to be associated with fewer adverse events.
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- Kenneth H Park
- Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan, USA
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- Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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Bawaadam HS, Russell M, Gesthalter YB. Acquired Benign Tracheoesophageal Fistula: Novel Use of a Nasal Septal Occluder. J Bronchology Interv Pulmonol 2022; 29:e38-e43. [PMID: 35730784 DOI: 10.1097/lbr.0000000000000774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- Hasnain S Bawaadam
- Section of Interventional Pulmonary Division of Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep Medicine
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- Section of Interventional Pulmonary Division of Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep Medicine
- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
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Doğan S, Çakar E, Gürbulak B, Çolak Ş, Bektaş H, Tatar C. Endoscopic Procedures for Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Lesions and a Brief Review of Literature. ISTANBUL MEDICAL JOURNAL 2022. [DOI: 10.4274/imj.galenos.2022.27003] [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] Open
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Stent Applications for Palliative Treatment in Advanced Stage Esophageal Cancers. Gastroenterol Res Pract 2021; 2021:8034948. [PMID: 34707656 PMCID: PMC8545594 DOI: 10.1155/2021/8034948] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2021] [Revised: 09/08/2021] [Accepted: 09/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Methods We examined cases of endoscopic stenting for palliative treatment of advanced stage esophageal cancers between January 2014 and July 2019. Age, gender, location of mass, adverse events, survival time, and stent type were evaluated. Outcomes of fully covered and uncovered self-expanding stents were compared with regard to adverse events, including stent migration and occlusion. Results The mean age of the patients was 66.4 ± 1, 52 were male, and 8 were female. Patients were followed up for a mean of 133 days. The most common complication due to stenting was migration. 13 patients developed adverse events. Migration was the most common adverse event, occurring in 8 (13%) patients. Although the migration rate of fully covered stents was higher than uncovered stents, there was no statistically significant difference (p = 0.47). Stent occlusion was observed in 4 patients. In three cases, it was due to the tumor; an uncovered stent was placed again in these cases. Food-related occlusion developed in one patient. There was no statistical difference in terms of overall adverse event rate when comparing fully covered stents to uncovered stents (p = 0.68). Conclusion Endoscopic stenting is a viable palliative method with low morbidity and mortality in experienced centers. Though there are relative advantages with covered versus uncovered stents in individual cases, the overall adverse event rate is low and relatively similar.
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Sobani ZA, Paleti S, Rustagi T. Endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastroenterostomy using large-diameter (20 mm) lumen apposing metal stent (LLAMS). Endosc Int Open 2021; 9:E895-E900. [PMID: 34079873 PMCID: PMC8159608 DOI: 10.1055/a-1399-8442] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2020] [Accepted: 02/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Background and study aims Endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastroenterostomy (EUS-GE) using a 15-mm lumen apposing metal stent (LAMS) has emerged as a viable alternative to surgical gastrojejunostomy for management of gastric outlet obstruction (GOO). However, given the size of the anastomosis created with a 15-mm LAMS, long-term luminal patency and clinical outcomes may be suboptimal. The aim of this study was to evaluate the technical feasibility, efficacy, and safety of EUS-GE with a large-diameter (20 mm) LAMS (LLAMS). Patients and methods A retrospective analysis of a prospectively maintained database of all patients undergoing EUS-GE with LLAMS between December 1, 2018 and September 30, 2020 was performed. All EUS-GEs were performed using a cautery-enhanced LLAMS. Results Thirty-three patients were referred for endoscopic management of GOO. Two patients were excluded due to a lack of an adequate window for EUS-GE. The remaining 31 patients (93.94 %) (mean age: 61.35 ± 16.52 years; 54.84 % males) underwent EUS-GE using LLAMS for malignant (n = 23) and benign (n = 8) GOO. Technical success was achieved in all patients (100 %) with attempted EUS-GE. Complete clinical success (tolerance of regular diet) was achieved in 93.55 % of patients (n = 29). Two patients (6.45 %) had partial clinical success and died of unrelated causes prior to advancing diet beyond full liquids. Overall mean follow-up was 140.84 ± 160.41 days (median 70, range 4-590). All stents remained patent with no evidence of recurrent GOO symptoms. One patient (3.23 %) developed an asymptomatic clean-based jejunal ulcer on 3-month follow-up endoscopy. Conclusions EUS-GE with LLAMS is a technically feasible, effective and safe option for patients with GOO allowing for tolerability of regular diet. Future prospective, ideally randomized studies comparing long-term outcomes of EUS-GE with 20- and 15-mm LAMS are required.
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- Zain A. Sobani
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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Zakaria A, Khan F, Ahmad S, Turk I, Levinson J. Massive gastric distension due to signet-ring cell gastric adenocarcinoma. J Family Med Prim Care 2020; 9:2558-2561. [PMID: 32754546 PMCID: PMC7380801 DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_170_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2020] [Revised: 03/13/2020] [Accepted: 03/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Chronic massive gastric distention is a rare condition that can occur due to an underlying obstruction or dysmotility. Gastric outlet obstruction (GOO) is often the culprit that can manifest as the result of the luminal, mural, or extrinsic compression. Gastric adenocarcinoma can rarely manifest as massive gastric distention due to partially obstructing mass or peptic stricture. Severe and fatal sequelae may develop, if early detection and appropriate intervention are delayed, such as gastric decompression, endoscopic evaluation and/or surgical resection. Herein, we present a case of a 60-year-old male who presented with progressive worsening of nonspecific symptoms over the 8-month period. He was found to have remarkable massive gastric distention on imaging which was chronic in etiology secondary to GOO due to metastatic signet-ring cell gastric adenocarcinoma.
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- Ali Zakaria
- Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology, Ascension Providence Hospital/Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Southfield, USA
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- Mercy Health, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Grand Rapids, MI, USA
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- American University of the Caribbean, School of Medicine, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology, Ascension Providence Hospital/Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Southfield, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology, Ascension Providence Hospital/Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Southfield, USA
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Park KB, Jeon SW. Endoscopic Treatment of a Twisted Small Bowel Obstruction after Laparoscopic Proximal Gastrectomy with Double Tract Reconstruction. THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2020; 75:296-299. [PMID: 32448860 DOI: 10.4166/kjg.2020.75.5.296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2020] [Revised: 03/25/2020] [Accepted: 04/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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This paper reports a case of a twisted small bowel obstruction in a 74-year-old man that occurred after a double tract reconstruction (DTR) in a laparoscopic proximal gastrectomy (PG) for early gastric cancer. The patient had inadequate oral intake and reflux symptoms for 10 days after discharge. Imaging analysis revealed a narrowed small bowel with twists between the esophagojejunostomy and gastrojejunostomy sites. A fully covered stent was placed in the narrowed small bowel for 2 weeks. The patient was then discharged after stent removal without any dietary problems. The authors' experience shows that twisted small bowel after a DTR in PG can be treated by endoscopy.
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- Ki Bum Park
- Department of Surgery, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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Emre A, Sertkaya M, Akbulut S, Erbil O, Yurttutan N, Kale İT, Bülbüloğlu E. Self-expandable metallic stent application for the management of upper gastrointestinal tract disease. Turk J Surg 2018; 34:101-105. [PMID: 30023972 PMCID: PMC6048644 DOI: 10.5152/turkjsurg.2017.3740] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2016] [Accepted: 05/18/2017] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the present study was to share our experiences of the use of self-expandable metallic stent for the upper gastrointestinal tract disease. MATERIAL AND METHODS We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 18 patients who underwent self-expandable metallic stent implantation procedure for anastomosis stricture, anastomosis leak, or spontaneous fistula of the upper gastrointestinal tract at two different surgery clinics. Self-expandable metallic stent implantation procedures were performed while keeping the patient under sedation and the correct stent localization was verified using fluoroscopy. The stent localization and possible stent migration were checked using X-ray films taken a few days after the stenting procedure. RESULTS Overall, 25 self-expandable metallic stents were implanted in 18 patients (malignant, 13; benign, 5) aged between 19 and 89 years. The indications for self-expandable metallic stent implantation were as follows: malignant gastric stricture (inoperable; n=6), malignant esophageal stricture (inoperable; n=4), staple line leak (laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy; n=4), esophagojejunostomy anastomotic leak (total gastrectomy+Roux-en-Yesophagojejunostomy; n=2), and stricture (total gastrectomy+Roux-en-Yesophagojejunostomy; n=1), and esophagopleural fistula (pulmonary tuberculosis; n=1). A favorable outcome was achieved in a single session in 15 patients, whereas more than two sessions of stenting were necessary in the remaining three patients. Among the patients who underwent esophagojejunal anastomosis (n=3), self-expandable metallic stents were successfully deployed in a single session in two patients to relieve anastomosis leak (n=1) and anastomosis stricture (n=1); the remaining patients underwent four self-expandable metallic stent implantation procedures to relieve anastomosis leak and subsequent recurrent strictures. No complications developed during the stenting procedure. Three of the four patients who developed mortality had advanced stage esophageal cancer, whereas one patient had morbid obesity and developed staple line leakage. CONCLUSION Endoscopic self-expandable metallic stent implantation under fluoroscopic guidance is a low-morbidity and effective procedure for the management of advanced stage tumors of the gastrointestinal tract and the elimination of postoperative complications.
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- Arif Emre
- Department of General Surgery, Sütçü İmam University School of Medicine, Kahramanmaraş, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Sütçü İmam University School of Medicine, Kahramanmaraş, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, İnönü University School of Medicine, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Gebze State Hospital, İzmit, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Sütçü İmam University School of Medicine, Kahramanmaraş, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Sütçü İmam University School of Medicine, Kahramanmaraş, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Sütçü İmam University School of Medicine, Kahramanmaraş, Turkey
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Bektaş H, Gürbulak B, Düzköylü Y, Çolak Ş, Gürbulak EK, Çakar E, Bayrak S. Clinical Outcomes of Upper Gastrointestinal Stents and Review of Current Literature. JSLS 2017; 21:JSLS.2017.00058. [PMID: 29162972 PMCID: PMC5683815 DOI: 10.4293/jsls.2017.00058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES The self-expandable metal stent (SEMS) is an alternative for several possible surgical and palliative treatments of upper gastrointestinal obstructions that occur in several disease states. The present study was performed to describe a single-center experience with upper gastrointestinal stents. METHODS All patients at a single center who had an SEMS placed for the treatment of obstruction over a 3-year period were retrospectively evaluated. Pre- and postoperative dysphagia scoring was calculated and used to evaluate postprocedure improvement in quality of life. Procedural success and early and late complication rates were investigated. RESULTS A total of 171 endoscopic procedures were performed in 73 patients. Procedural success was 95.8% (n = 69) and dilatation was performed in 80 patients. The rate of perioperative complication was 26% (n = 19). After 1 month, stents were patent in all patients (n = 73). Stent obstruction was noted in 6 patients: 2 each at 2, 7, and 10 months. CONCLUSION SEMS usage for palliative and curative purposes in benign or malignant upper gastrointestinal system obstructions is an efficient and reliable treatment method with advantages, such as shortening hospital stay, decreased pain, cost-effectiveness, and low mortality-morbidity rates when compared to surgical procedures, and a high rate of clinical success.
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- Hasan Bektaş
- Department of General Surgery, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Turkiye Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Madácsy L, Kaltsidis H. Endoscopic ultrasound-guided extraluminal drainage: Novel concepts, challenges and future directions. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL INTERVENTION 2017. [DOI: 10.18528/gii160020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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- László Madácsy
- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, Bács-Kiskun County Teaching Hospital, University of Szeged, Kecskemét, Hungary
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospitals of South Manchester, Manchester, UK
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Singer JL, Aryaie AH, Fayezizadeh M, Lash J, Marks JM. Predictive Factors for the Migration of Endoscopic Self-Expanding Metal Stents Placed in the Foregut. Surg Innov 2017; 24:353-357. [PMID: 28385100 DOI: 10.1177/1553350617702026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND With recent advancements in endoscopy, self-expandable metal stents (SEMS) have been used to treat gastrointestinal leaks, perforations, and strictures. Stent migration frequently complicates management and often requires additional treatments to reach resolution. Our study aimed to determine predictive factors for stent migration. METHODS Consecutive procedures involving SEMS placed with and without fixation after upper gastrointestinal surgery between 2009 and 2014 were retrospectively reviewed. Demographic, surgical history, rate of stent migration, and stent characteristic data were collected. Rates of stent migration were compared. RESULTS We reviewed 214 consecutive procedures involving stents placed in the foregut. Median duration of stent placement was 4.0 ± 10.3 weeks. Forty-three (20%) stents migrated after placement. Of those, 27 (63%) required stent replacement. Eleven (5%) procedures utilized stent fixation and 203 (95%) did not. Fixation techniques included endoscopic clips (9%), endoscopic sutures (73%), and transnasal sutures (18%). Stent migration rate was not different between those with and those without fixation ( P = .2). Rate of migration was significantly higher in procedures involving fully covered stents ( P < .001). Migration occurred after esophagectomy and gastric bypass ( P < .001 and P < .05, respectively) and in patients with diabetes ( P < .01). CONCLUSIONS A challenge with SEMS use is stent migration. Diabetes and using fully covered stents were associated with migration as were SEMS used to treat complications of esophagectomy and gastric bypass. Stent fixation was not associated with the prevention of stent migration. No pattern was found that favors an approach to reduce stent migration.
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- Jordan L Singer
- 1 University Hospitals Case Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA.,2 Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- 1 University Hospitals Case Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- 1 University Hospitals Case Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- 1 University Hospitals Case Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Clinical outcomes following self-expanding metal stent placement for esophageal salvage. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2017; 154:1145-1150. [PMID: 28416335 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2017.03.051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2016] [Revised: 02/04/2017] [Accepted: 03/06/2017] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To assess the efficacy of self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) for esophageal salvage in patients who would otherwise require esophageal/conduit resection. METHODS We performed a retrospective chart review of patients who had SEMS placed from January 2010 to December 2015. Patient demographics, esophageal stent characteristics, and outcomes were assessed in our patient cohort. RESULTS Our study included a total of 83 patients. A total of 148 SEMS were placed, with 121 partially covered SEMS (pcSEMS) and 27 fully covered SEMS (cSEMS). A stent was placed more than once in 42.2% of the patients. Median duration of stent placement was 23 days. Indications for SEMS placement included esophageal leak after esophageal resection (45.8%), spontaneous esophageal perforation (22.9%), iatrogenic esophageal perforation (20.5%), and esophageal obstruction (9.6%). Complications from SEMS placement included 6 stent migrations and 1 esophageal perforation. Of the 6 stents that migrated, 2 were pcSEMS and 4 were cSEMS. In a patient who underwent stent placement for a stricture refractory to dilation, a perforation at the distal end was discovered 2 days after stent removal. The perforation healed after the second SEMS placement. Ultimately, 15 patients (18.1%) had to undergo a subsequent esophagectomy or takedown of their conduit with an overall 81.9% salvage of native esophagus or conduits. CONCLUSIONS Our study demonstrates the successful use of SEMS in patients with anastomotic leaks, perforations, and recalcitrant strictures.
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McGaw C, Alkaddour A, Vega KJ, Munoz JC. Stent type used does not impact complication rate or placement time but can decrease treatment cost for benign and malignant esophageal lesions. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2016; 8:338-343. [PMID: 27076872 PMCID: PMC4823672 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v8.i7.338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [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: 07/29/2015] [Revised: 10/27/2015] [Accepted: 01/22/2016] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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AIM: To evaluate if differences exist between self-expanding esophageal metal stents (SEMS) and self-expanding esophageal plastic stents (SEPS) when used for benign or malignant esophageal disorders with regard to safety, efficacy, clinical outcomes, placement ease and cost.
METHODS: A retrospective analysis was performed to evaluate outcome in patients having SEPS/SEMS placed for malignant or benign esophageal conditions from January 2005 to April 2012. Inclusion criteria was completed SEMS/SEPS placement. Outcomes assessed included technical success of and time required for stent placement, procedure-related complications, need for repeat intervention, hospital stay, mortality and costs.
RESULTS: Forty-three patients underwent stent placement for either benign/malignant esophageal disease during the study period. Thirty patients had SEMS (25 male, mean age 59.6 years old) and 13 patients had SEPS (10 male, mean age 61.7 years old). Placement outcome as well as complication rate (SEPS 23.1%, SEMS 25.2%) and in-hospital mortality (SEPS 7.7%, SEMS 6.7%) after placement did not differ between stent types. Migration was the most frequent complication reported occurring equally between types (SEPS 66.7%, SEMS 57.1%). SEPS was less costly than SEMS, decreasing institutional cost by $255/stent.
CONCLUSION: SEPS and SEMS have similar outcomes when used for benign or malignant esophageal conditions. However, SEPS use results in decreased costs without impacting care.
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S TJ, Orillaza, Kim J, Won JH. Percutaneous transgastric stenting of proximal jejunal obstruction secondary to direct invasion of a pancreatic carcinoma. GASTROINTESTINAL INTERVENTION 2016. [DOI: 10.18528/gii150033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- Department of Radiology, Philippine General Hospital, University of the Philippines, Manila, the Philippines
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- Department of Radiology, Ajou University Hospital, Suwon, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Ajou University Hospital, Suwon, Korea
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Endoscopic Treatment of Stent-Related Esophagobronchial Fistula. ACG Case Rep J 2016; 3:e185. [PMID: 28119936 PMCID: PMC5226193 DOI: 10.14309/crj.2016.158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2016] [Accepted: 07/05/2016] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Baba Y, Akiyama T, Kosumi K, Harada K, Shigaki H, Iwatsuki M, Sakamoto Y, Yoshida N, Watanabe M, Baba H. Esophageal Bypass Using a Y-Shaped Gastric Tube for Advanced Esophageal Cancer: Transabdominal Placement of the Decompression Tube. J Am Coll Surg 2015; 221:e87-90. [PMID: 26297480 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2015.07.445] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2015] [Revised: 07/17/2015] [Accepted: 07/17/2015] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Yoshifumi Baba
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Cancer Institute Hospital, Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, Ariake, Koto, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan.
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