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Kasprzak J, Fonseca GM. Lip print evidence: Poland as the Last Bastion of Practical Cheiloscopy. Forensic Sci Rev 2024; 36:55-70. [PMID: 38297427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
Abstract
Cheiloscopic examinations have long been conducted, and many scientists have reported the usefulness of cheiloscopy for personal identification with a characteristic and individual pattern of furrows on the vermilion lip. For almost 40 years, research conducted in Poland has determined the patterns of these furrows and the separation and development of their individual features. This was the basis for forming expert opinions and presenting them in court as evidence. In Poland, cheiloscopic expertise is performed and the results of precise procedures that are accredited and assessed serve as evidence. Although the legal system in Poland (continental system) is completely different from the American system, cheiloscopic expertise was also assessed in detail according to the American standards of evidence. This narrative review presents the problem of cheiloscopic expertise as a scientific and practical issue and provides a brief historical overview of this field and the foundations of the Polish cheiloscopic identification method. We conclude that Poland has sufficient historical background and a robust development of cheiloscopy in the field on a scientific and legal basis; however, due to its reports being in the Polish language, its absence from the most relevant specialized literature, or simply a lack of cooperation between countries and experts, the country has unfairly been left out of the discussion. We believe that a new look at the Polish contribution to lip print identification is necessary to reinsert this topic into the current discussion of a new identification paradigm.
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- J Kasprzak
- Institute of Law, Economy, and Administration, Pedagogical University of Krakóv, Krakóv, Lesser Poland, Poland
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- Centro de Investigación en Odontologia Legal y Forense, Faculty of Dentistry, Universidad de la Frontera, Temuco, Araucania Region, Chile
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Da Fonseca LG, Yamamoto VJ, Trinconi Cunha M, Torre GS, Araujo RLC, Fonseca GM, Chen ATC, Chagas AL, Herman P, Alves VAF, Carrilho FJ. Treatment Outcomes in Patients with Advanced Fibrolamellar Hepatocellular Carcinoma Under Systemic Treatment: Analysis of Clinical Characteristics, Management, and Radiomics. J Hepatocell Carcinoma 2023; 10:1923-1933. [PMID: 37933267 PMCID: PMC10625783 DOI: 10.2147/jhc.s428741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 11/08/2023] Open
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Purpose Fibrolamellar hepatocellular carcinoma (FLHCC) is a rare primary liver malignancy often diagnosed at advanced stages. While there are limited data on the efficacy of specific agents, we aim to report outcomes of patients treated with systemic therapies and explore prognostic factors. Patients and Methods Medical records of patients treated between 2010 and 2022 were reviewed. Treatments were defined after multidisciplinary assessment. Descriptive statistics were used for baseline demographics. Time-to-event outcomes were estimated using the Kaplan-Meier method, compared by log-rank and adjusted by a regression model. Radiomic features (including size, shape, and texture) of the primary lesion were extracted and dimensionality reduced. An unsupervised Gaussian Mixture Model (GMM) clustering was performed, and survival was compared between clusters. Results We identified 23 patients: 12 males, with a median age of 23.6 years. At diagnosis, 82.6% had metastases, most frequently to the lungs (39.1%), lymph nodes (39.1%), and peritoneum (21.7%). Patients received a median of three lines (1-8) of treatment, including different regimens. Sorafenib (39.1%), capecitabine (30.4%), and capecitabine/interferon (13%) were the most used first-line regimens. The median time-to-failure was 3.8 months (95% CI: 3.2-8.7). Capecitabine + interferon (42.1%) and platinum combinations (39.1%) were the most used second-line regimens, with a time-to-failure of 3.5 months (95% CI: 1.5-11.6). Median overall survival was 26.7 months (95% CI: 15.1-40.4). A high baseline neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) was associated with worse survival (p=0.02). Radiomic features identified three clusters, with one cluster (n=6) having better survival (40.4 vs 22.6 months, p=0.039). Tumor sphericity in the arterial phase was the most relevant characteristic associated with a better prognosis (accuracy=0.93). Conclusion FLHCC has unique features compared to conventional HCC, including young onset, gender balance, and absence of hepatopathy. Systemic therapies can provide encouraging survival, but lack of uniformity precludes defining a preferable regimen. Radiomics and NLR were suggested to correlate with prognosis and warrant further validation.
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- Leonardo G Da Fonseca
- Department of Medical Oncology, ICESP - Instituto do Cancer DO Estado de Sao Paulo, Hospital das Clinicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Medical Oncology, ICESP - Instituto do Cancer DO Estado de Sao Paulo, Hospital das Clinicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Medical Oncology, ICESP - Instituto do Cancer DO Estado de Sao Paulo, Hospital das Clinicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Radiology, ICESP - Instituto do Cancer do Estado de Sao Paulo, Hospital das Clinicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Radiation Oncology Department - Instituto do Cancer do Estado de Sao Paulo, Hospital das Clinicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Division of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Division of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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Darce GFB, Makdissi FF, Ando SDM, Fonseca GM, Kruger JAP, Coelho FF, Rocha MDS, Herman P. HEPATOSPLENIC SCHISTOSOMIASIS-ASSOCIATED CHRONIC PORTAL VEIN THROMBOSIS: RISK FACTOR FOR HEPATOCELLULAR CARCINOMA? Arq Bras Cir Dig 2023; 36:e1763. [PMID: 37729278 PMCID: PMC10510374 DOI: 10.1590/0102-672020230045e1763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Hepatosplenic schistosomiasis is an endemic disease prevalent in tropical countries and is associated with a high incidence of portal vein thrombosis. Inflammatory changes caused by both parasitic infection and portal thrombosis can lead to the development of chronic liver disease with potential carcinogenesis. AIMS To assess the incidence of portal vein thrombosis and hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with schistosomiasis during long-term follow-up. METHODS A retrospective study was conducted involving patients with schistosomiasis followed up at our institution between 1990 and 2021. RESULTS A total of 126 patients with schistosomiasis were evaluated in the study. The mean follow-up time was 16 years (range 5-31). Of the total, 73 (57.9%) patients presented portal vein thrombosis during follow-up. Six (8.1%) of them were diagnosed with hepatocellular carcinoma, all with portal vein thrombosis diagnosed more than ten years before. CONCLUSIONS The incidence of hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with schistosomiasis and chronic portal vein thrombosis highlights the importance of a systematic long-term follow-up in this group of patients.
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Faculty of Medicine, Cancer Institute – São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Falculty of Medicine, Department of Radiology –São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Falculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology – São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Falculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology – São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Falculty of Medicine, Department of Radiology –São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Falculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology – São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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Tustumi F, Coelho FF, de Paiva Magalhães D, Júnior SS, Jeismann VB, Fonseca GM, Kruger JAP, D'Albuquerque LAC, Herman P. Treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma with macroscopic vascular invasion: A systematic review and network meta-analysis. Transplant Rev (Orlando) 2023; 37:100763. [PMID: 37393656 DOI: 10.1016/j.trre.2023.100763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Revised: 05/11/2023] [Accepted: 05/14/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to evaluate the outcomes of different treatments for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and macroscopic vascular invasion. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis of comparative studies was performed to evaluate various treatment modalities for HCC with macroscopic vascular invasion, including liver resection (LR), liver transplantation (LT), transarterial chemoembolization (TACE), transarterial radioembolization (TARE), radiotherapy (RT), radiofrequency ablation (RFA), and antineoplastic systemic therapy (AnST). RESULTS After applying the selection criteria, 31 studies were included. The surgical resection (SR) group (including LR and LT) had a similar mortality rate to the non-surgical resection (NS) group (RD = -0.01; 95% CI -0.05 to 0.03). The SR group had a higher rate of complications (RD = 0.06; 95% CI 0.00 to 0.12) but a higher 3-year overall survival (OS) rate than the NS group (RD = 0.12; 95% CI 0.05 to 0.20). The network analysis revealed that the overall survival was lower in the AnST group. LT and LR had similar survival benefits. The meta-regression suggested that SR has a greater impact on the survival of patients with impaired liver function. DISCUSSION Most likely, LT has a significant impact on long-term survival and consequently would be a better option for HCC with macroscopic vascular invasion in patients with impaired liver function. LT and LR offer a higher chance of long-term survival than NS alternatives, although LR and LR are associated with a higher risk of procedure-related complications.
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- Francisco Tustumi
- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clinicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clinicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clinicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clinicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clinicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clinicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo (ICESP), Hospital das Clinicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clinicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clinicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Herman P, Dumarco RB, Fonseca GM. Reply to "Reverse-approach in colorectal cancer liver metastases: patient selection is key.". Surgery 2023; 173:1105-1106. [PMID: 36635194 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2022.12.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2022] [Revised: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 12/05/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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- Paulo Herman
- Department of Gastroenterology; Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clinicas; University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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- Department of Gastroenterology; Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clinicas; University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Gastroenterology; Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clinicas; University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil. https://twitter.com/medgilton
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Dumarco RB, Fonseca GM, Coelho FF, Jeismann VB, Makdissi FF, Kruger JAP, Nahas SC, Herman P. Multiple colorectal liver metastases resection can offer long-term survival: The concept of a chronic neoplastic disease. Surgery 2023; 173:983-990. [PMID: 36220666 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2022.08.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2022] [Revised: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 08/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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BACKGROUND Resection for colorectal liver metastases has evolved significantly and, currently, there are no limits to the number of resected nodules. This study aimed to evaluate the outcomes and prognostic factors after liver resection for patients with ≥4 colorectal liver metastases, emphasizing long-term survival. METHODS The study population consisted of 137 patients with ≥4 colorectal liver metastases out of a total of 597 patients with colorectal liver metastases who underwent curative intent liver resection from January 2010 to July 2019 in a single hepatobiliary center. RESULTS The probability of overall and disease-free survival at 1, 3, and 5 years was 90.8%, 64.5%, 40.6%, and 37.7%, 19.3%, 18.1%, respectively. In a multivariate analysis for overall survival, the size of the largest metastatic nodule was the only unfavorable factor (P = .001). For disease-free survival, complete pathological response was a favorable factor (P = .04), and the following were negative factors: number of nodules ≥7 (P = .034), radiofrequency ablation during surgery (P = .04), positive primary tumor lymph nodes (P = .034), R1 resection (P = .011), and preoperative carcinoembryonic antigen >20 ng/mL (P = .015). After the first and second years of follow-up, 59 patients (45.3%) and 45 patients (34.6%), respectively, were not receiving chemotherapy. After 5 years of follow-up, 21 (16.1%) multimetastatic patients were chemotherapy-free. CONCLUSION A significant number of patients with multiple colorectal liver metastases will present long-term survival and should not be denied surgery. The long-term survival rates, even in the presence of recurrence, characterize a chronic neoplastic disease.
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- Rodrigo Blanco Dumarco
- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Brazil. https://twitter.com/medgilton
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Brazil. https://twitter.com/vjeismann
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Brazil. https://twitter.com/SergioNahasDr
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Brazil.
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Miranda J, Horvat N, Fonseca GM, Araujo-Filho JDAB, Fernandes MC, Charbel C, Chakraborty J, Coelho FF, Nomura CH, Herman P. Current status and future perspectives of radiomics in hepatocellular carcinoma. World J Gastroenterol 2023; 29:43-60. [PMID: 36683711 PMCID: PMC9850949 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v29.i1.43] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2022] [Revised: 10/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Given the frequent co-existence of an aggressive tumor and underlying chronic liver disease, the management of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) patients requires experienced multidisciplinary team discussion. Moreover, imaging plays a key role in the diagnosis, staging, restaging, and surveillance of HCC. Currently, imaging assessment of HCC entails the assessment of qualitative characteristics which are prone to inter-reader variability. Radiomics is an emerging field that extracts high-dimensional mineable quantitative features that cannot be assessed visually with the naked eye from medical imaging. The main potential applications of radiomic models in HCC are to predict histology, response to treatment, genetic signature, recurrence, and survival. Despite the encouraging results to date, there are challenges and limitations that need to be overcome before radiomics implementation in clinical practice. The purpose of this article is to review the main concepts and challenges pertaining to radiomics, and to review recent studies and potential applications of radiomics in HCC.
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- Joao Miranda
- Department of Radiology, University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-010, Brazil
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- Department of Radiology, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY 10065, United States
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- Department of Radiology, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY 10065, United States
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- Department of Radiology, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY 10065, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY 10065, United States
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- Department of Radiology, University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-000, Brazil
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-000, Brazil
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Barros AZDA, Fonseca GM, Kruger JAP, Coelho FF, Herman P. Liver resection for hepatocellular carcinoma beyond the BCLC: are multinodular disease, portal hypertension, and portal system invasion real contraindications? J Gastrointest Oncol 2022; 13:3123-3134. [PMID: 36636072 PMCID: PMC9830367 DOI: 10.21037/jgo-22-833] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2022] [Accepted: 11/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Background Barcelona Clinic Liver Cancer (BCLC) is a recognized guideline to standardize treatment allocation for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC); however, many centers criticize its restrictive liver resection recommendations and have published good results after more liberal hepatectomy indications. The objective is to evaluate the results of HCC resection in a single center, with a more liberal indication for resection than proposed by the BCLC guideline. It was performed a retrospective cohort study including all patients who underwent liver resection for HCC in a single center between April 2008 and November 2018. Methods The results of 150 patients who underwent hepatectomy were evaluated and compared facing both 2010 and 2018 BCLC guidelines. Overall and disease-free survival after resection in patients with none, one, two, or three of the risk factors, as proposed by the BCLC, as contraindications to resection (portal hypertension, portal invasion, and more than one nodule) were analyzed. Results Nodule size and presence of portal invasion alone did not affect prognosis. If the BCLC 2010 and 2018 guidelines were followed, 46.7% and 26.7% of the patients, respectively, would not have received potentially curative treatment. The median overall and disease-free survival for patients with one BCLC contraindication factor were 43.3 and 15.1 months, respectively. The presence of two risk factors had a negative impact on overall survival (OS) and disease-free survival (DFS), although some patients had long-term survival. The only patient with the three risk factors had a poor outcome. Conclusions Selected patients with one BCLC contraindication factor may undergo resection with good results, whereas those with two factors should be allocated for hepatectomy only in favorable scenarios. Patients with the three risk factors do not appear to benefit from resection.
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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Makdissi FF, Fonseca GM, Kruger JAP, Jeismann VB, Coelho FF, Herman P. COMBINED "HANGING LIVER MANEUVER" AND "INTRAHEPATIC EXTRA-GLISSONIAN APPROACH" FOR ANATOMICAL RIGHT HEPATECTOMY: TECHNIQUE STANDARDIZATION (VIDEO). Arq Gastroenterol 2022; 59:319-320. [PMID: 35830049 DOI: 10.1590/s0004-2803.202202000-57] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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- Fabio Ferrari Makdissi
- Hospital das Clínicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
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- Hospital das Clínicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
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- Hospital das Clínicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
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- Hospital das Clínicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
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- Hospital das Clínicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
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- Hospital das Clínicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
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Meira Júnior JDD, Fonseca GM, Carvalho Neto FND, Jeismann VB, Kruger JAP, Silva JPM, Coelho FF, Herman P. Platelet-albumin (PAL) score as a predictor of perioperative outcomes and survival in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma undergoing liver resection in a Western center. Surg Oncol 2022; 42:101752. [DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2022.101752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2021] [Revised: 02/18/2022] [Accepted: 03/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Silveira Júnior S, Tustumi F, Magalhães DDP, Jeismann VB, Fonseca GM, Kruger JAP, Coelho FF, Herman P. The impact of multivisceral liver resection on short- and long-term outcomes of patients with colorectal liver metastasis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Clinics (Sao Paulo) 2022; 77:100099. [PMID: 36122500 PMCID: PMC9489954 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinsp.2022.100099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2022] [Revised: 06/27/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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The impact of Multivisceral Liver Resection (MLR) on the outcome of patients with Colorectal Liver Metastasis (CRLM) is unclear. The present systematic review aimed to compare patients with CRLM who underwent MLR versus standard hepatectomy regarding short- and long-term outcomes. MLR is a feasible procedure but has a higher risk of major complications. MLR did not negatively affect long-term survival, suggesting that an extended resection is an option for potentially curative treatment for selected patients with CRLM.
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- Sérgio Silveira Júnior
- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo (ICESP), Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Divisão de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Herman P, Fonseca GM, Coelho FF, Kruger JAP, Makdissi FF, Jeismann VB, Carrilho FJ, D'Albuquerque LAC, Nahas SC. Two decades of liver resection with a multidisciplinary approach in a single institution: What has changed? Analysis of 1409 cases. Clinics (Sao Paulo) 2022; 77:100088. [PMID: 35901605 PMCID: PMC9326330 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinsp.2022.100088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2021] [Accepted: 03/19/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate results of patients undergoing liver resection in a single center over the past two decades with a particular look at Colorectal Liver Metastasis (CRLM) and Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC). METHOD Patients were divided into two eras, from 2000 to 2010 (Era 1) and 2011 to 2020 (Era 2). The most frequent diagnosis was CRLM and HCC, with 738 (52.4%) and 227 (16.1%) cases respectively. An evaluation of all liver resection cases and a subgroup analysis of both CRLM and HCC were performed. Preoperative and per operative variables and long-term outcomes were evaluated. RESULTS 1409 liver resections were performed. In Era 2 the authors observed higher BMI, more: minimally invasive surgeries, Pringle maneuvers, and minor liver resections; and less transfusion, less ICU necessity, and shorter length of hospital stay. Severe complications were observed in 14.7% of patients, and 90-day mortality was 4.2%. Morbidity and mortality between eras were not different. From 738 CRLM resections, in Era 2 there were significantly more patients submitted to neoadjuvant chemotherapy, bilateral metastases, and smaller sizes with significantly less transfusion, the necessity of ICU, and shorter length of hospital stay. More pedicle clamping, minimally invasive surgeries, and minor resections were also observed. From 227 HCC resections, in Era 2 significantly more minimally invasive surgeries, fewer transfusions, less necessity of ICU, and shorter length of hospital stay were observed. OS was not different between eras for CRLM and HCC. CONCLUSIONS Surgical resection in a multidisciplinary environment remains the cornerstone for the curative treatment of primary and metastatic liver tumors.
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- Paulo Herman
- Serviço de Cirurgia do Fígado, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Serviço de Cirurgia do Fígado, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Serviço de Cirurgia do Fígado, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Serviço de Cirurgia do Fígado, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Serviço de Cirurgia do Fígado, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Serviço de Cirurgia do Fígado, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Serviço de Cirurgia do Fígado, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Serviço de Cirurgia do Fígado, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Serviço de Cirurgia do Fígado, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Herman P, Fonseca GM, Kruger JAP, Jeismann VB, Coelho FF. Guidelines for the Treatment of Hepatocellular Adenoma in the Era of Molecular Biology: An Experience-Based Surgeons' Perspective. J Gastrointest Surg 2021; 25:1494-1502. [PMID: 32666496 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-020-04724-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2020] [Accepted: 06/28/2020] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Hepatocellular adenoma (HA) is a rare benign liver tumor with increasing incidence affecting young women. In the last years, much has changed in diagnosis, classification, and treatment, due to the identification of different molecular subtypes. With the evolving knowledge, especially on molecular characteristics of the disease, we are far from a consensus of how to deal with such a multifaceted benign disease METHODS: In the last 20 years, we have treated 134 patients with HA with a mean age of 28 years, being 126 women. Fifty patients had a history of abdominal pain and 13 patients had an acute episode of pain due to rupture and bleeding. Until 2009, adenomas larger than 4 cm in diameter were resected, regardless of gender. From 2010 to 2016, only adenomas larger than 5 cm were referred for surgical treatment. Since 2016, resection was indicated in all female patients with non-steatotic adenomas larger than 5 cm and all adenomas in men. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION One hundred twenty-four patients were submitted to resection, being in 21 major resections. Since 2010, 74% of resections were done laparoscopically. Patients with ruptured adenomas were treated with transarterial embolization. Morbidity rate was 8.1% with no mortality. Authors discuss point-by-point all the aspects and presentations of the disease and the best approach. We proposed a therapeutic guideline based on the best available evidence and in our experience. CONCLUSIONS Due to the complexity of the disease, the treatment of HA is one the best examples of an individualized approach.
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- Paulo Herman
- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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Jayme VR, Fonseca GM, Amaral IMA, Coelho FF, Kruger JAP, Jeismann VB, Pinheiro RSN, de Mello ES, Herman P. ASO Visual Abstract: Infiltrative Tumor Borders in Colorectal Liver Metastasis: Should We Enlarge Margin Size? Ann Surg Oncol 2021. [PMID: 34019180 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-021-10006-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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- Vitoria Ramos Jayme
- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Jayme VR, Fonseca GM, Amaral IMA, Coelho FF, Kruger JAP, Jeismann VB, Pinheiro RSN, de Mello ES, Herman P. Infiltrative Tumor Borders in Colorectal Liver Metastasis: Should We Enlarge Margin Size? Ann Surg Oncol 2021; 28:7636-7646. [PMID: 33834322 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-021-09916-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2020] [Accepted: 03/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Surgery is the only potentially curative treatment for colorectal cancer liver metastases (CRLMs). Despite an improvement in results following resection, recurrence rates remain high. Many histopathological features have been reported as prognostic factors. Infiltrative borders are known to be associated with worse prognosis; however, margin size has never been evaluated together with the type of tumor border. In the present study, we analyzed the prognosis of patients with resected CRLM according to tumor growth pattern (TGP) and whether a larger margin size would bring any prognostic benefit. PATIENTS AND METHODS Medical records from a prospective database of 645 patients who underwent hepatic resection for CRLM between January 2004 and December 2019 at a single center were reviewed, and 266 patients were included in the analytic cohort. TGP (pushing or infiltrative) was evaluated regarding the impact in overall and disease-free survival. The impact of margin size (≤ or > 1 cm) on survival and hepatic recurrence according to TGP was also evaluated. RESULTS TGP was defined as infiltrative in 182 cases (68.4%) and pushing in 84 patients (31.6%). Patients with infiltrative-type border presented worse overall survival and disease-free survival, as well as higher intrahepatic recurrence (p < 0.05). Larger margin size did not impact the prognosis of patients with infiltrative borders. CONCLUSIONS Patients with infiltrative-type border present worse prognosis and higher intrahepatic recurrence. Larger margin size (> 1 cm) does not change the prognosis in patients with infiltrative border, showing that tumor biology is the most important factor for survival.
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- Vitoria Ramos Jayme
- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Torres OJM, Coelho FF, Kalil AN, Belotto M, Ramos EJB, Lucchese AM, Moraes-Junior JMA, Amaral PCG, Fonseca GM, Herman P. Surgical resection for non-Asian intrahepatic lithiasis: The Brazilian experience. Asian J Surg 2020; 44:553-559. [PMID: 33323316 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2020.11.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2020] [Revised: 11/01/2020] [Accepted: 11/15/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Intrahepatic lithiasis (IHL) is a rare disease in the western world. Complications associated with IHL include acute cholangitis, liver atrophy, secondary biliary cirrhosis, and risk for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. Liver resection is considered the treatment of choice for IHL. The objective of this study was to analyze patients who underwent liver resection for non-Asian hepatolithiasis. METHODS 127 patients with symptomatic non-Asian hepatolithiasis underwent resection in six institutions. Demographic data, clinical presentation, diagnosis, classification according to stone location, presence of atrophy, bile duct stricture, biliary cirrhosis, incidence of cholangiocarcinoma, treatment and postoperative course were evaluated. RESULTS 52 patients (40.9%) were male and the mean age was 46.1 years. Sixty-six patients (51.9%) presented with history of cholangitis. Stones were located in the left lobe in 63 (49.6%), and right lobe in 28 patients (22.0%). Atrophy was observed in 31 patients (24.4%) and biliary stenosis in 18 patients (14.1%). The most common procedure performed was left lateral sectionectomy in 63 (49.6%) patients, followed by left hepatectomy in 36 (28.3%), right hepatectomy in 19 (15.0%), and associated hepaticojejunostomy in 28 (22.0%). Forty-two patients (33.0%) presented postoperative complications and the most common were biliary fistula (13.3%) and surgical site infection (7.0%). Postoperative mortality was 0.7%. Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma was observed in 2 patients (1.5%). Recurrence was identified in 10 patients (7.8%), mostly with bilateral stones and/or hepaticojejunostomy. CONCLUSION Liver resection is the standard treatment for symptomatic unilateral or complicated IHL with good operative results. Risk of cholangiocarcinoma was low in non-Asian patients.
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- Orlando Jorge M Torres
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: Federal University of Maranhão, São Luís, MA, Brazil.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: Santa Casa de Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: Sirio Libanês and Osvaldo Cruz Hospital, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: NS das Graças Hospital, Curitiba, PR, Brazil
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: Santa Casa de Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: Federal University of Maranhão, São Luís, MA, Brazil
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: Hospital São Raphael, Salvador, BA, Brazil
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Unit: University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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de Oliveira CVC, Fonseca GM, Kruger JAP, de Mello ES, Coelho FF, Herman P. Histopathological prognostic factors for colorectal liver metastases: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies. Histol Histopathol 2020; 36:159-181. [PMID: 33165892 DOI: 10.14670/hh-18-274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Resection is the mainstay of treatment for colorectal liver metastases (CRLMs). Many different histopathological factors related to the primary colorectal tumour have been well studied; however, histopathological prognostic factors related to CRLMs are still under evaluation. OBJECTIVE To identify histopathological factors related to overall survival (OS) and disease-free survival (DFS) in patients with resected CRLMs. METHODS A systematic review was performed with the following databases up to August 2020: PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, SciELO, and LILACS. The GRADE approach was used to rate the overall certainty of evidence by outcome. RESULTS Thirty-three studies including 4,641 patients were eligible. We found very low certainty evidence that the following histopathological prognostic factors are associated with a statistically significant decrease in OS: presence of portal vein invasion (HR, 0,50 [95% CI, 0,37 to 0,68]; I²=0%), presence of perineural invasion (HR, 0,55 [95% CI, 0,36 to 0,83]; I²=0%), absence of pseudocapsule (HR, 0,41 [CI 95%, 0,29 to 0,57], p<0,00001; I²=0%), presence of satellite nodules (OR, 0,45 [95% CI, 0,26 to 0,80]; I²=0%), and the absence of peritumoural inflammatory infiltrate (OR, 0,20 [95% CI, 0,08 to 0,54]; I²=0%). Outcome data on DFS were scarce, except for tumour borders, which did not present a significant impact, precluding the meta-analysis. CONCLUSION Of the histopathological prognostic factors studied, low- to moderate-certainty evidence shows that vascular invasion, perineural invasion, absence of pseudocapsule, presence of satellite nodules, and absence of peritumoral inflammatory infiltrate are associated with shorter overall survival in CRLMs.
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- Cássio Virgílio Cavalcante de Oliveira
- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School (USP), São Paulo, Brazil.,Surgery Department, Paraíba Federal University, João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil. .,Nova Esperança Medicine Faculty, João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School (USP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School (USP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Cancer Institute of the State of São Paulo "Octavio Frias de Oliveira" (ICESP), Department of Pathology, University of São Paulo Medical School (USP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School (USP), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School (USP), São Paulo, Brazil
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Duarte VC, Coelho FF, Valverde A, Danoussou D, Kruger JAP, Zuber K, Fonseca GM, Jeismann VB, Herman P, Lupinacci RM. Minimally invasive versus open right hepatectomy: comparative study with propensity score matching analysis. BMC Surg 2020; 20:260. [PMID: 33126885 PMCID: PMC7602349 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-020-00919-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2020] [Accepted: 10/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Minimally invasive liver resections (MILRs) have been increasingly performed in recent years. However, the majority of MILRs are actually minor or limited resections of peripheral lesions. Due to the technical complexity major hepatectomies remain challenging for minimally invasive surgery. The aim of this study was to compare the short and long-term outcomes of patients undergoing minimally invasive right hepatectomies (MIRHs) with contemporary patients undergoing open right hepatectomies (ORHs) METHODS: Consecutive patients submitted to anatomic right hepatectomies between January 2013 and December 2018 in two tertiary referral centers were studied. Study groups were compared on an intention-to-treat basis after propensity score matching (PSM). Overall survival (OS) analyses were performed for the entire cohort and specific etiologies subgroups RESULTS: During study period 178 right hepatectomies were performed. After matching, 37 patients were included in MIRH group and 60 in ORH group. The groups were homogenous for all baseline characteristics. MIRHs had significant lower blood loss (400 ml vs. 500 ml, P = 0.01), lower rate of minor complications (13.5% vs. 35%, P = 0.03) and larger resection margins (10 mm vs. 5 mm, P = 0.03) when compared to ORHs. Additionally, a non-significant decrease in hospital stay (ORH 9 days vs. MIRH 7 days, P = 0.09) was observed. No differences regarding the use of Pringle's maneuver, operative time, overall morbidity or perioperative mortality were observed. OS was similar between the groups (P = 0.13). Similarly, no difference in OS was found in subgroups of patients with primary liver tumors (P = 0.09) and liver metastasis (P = 0.80). CONCLUSIONS MIRHs are feasible and safe in experienced hands. Minimally invasive approach was associated with less blood loss, a significant reduction in minor perioperative complications, and did not negatively affect long-term outcomes.
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- Vinícius Campos Duarte
- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Rua Dr. Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255-9º Andar-sala 9025, São Paulo, SP, CEP 05403-900, Brazil.
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Rua Dr. Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255-9º Andar-sala 9025, São Paulo, SP, CEP 05403-900, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Unit, Diaconesses Croix Saint Simon Hospital, 125, Rue d'Avron, 75020, Paris, France
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- Digestive Surgery Unit, Diaconesses Croix Saint Simon Hospital, 125, Rue d'Avron, 75020, Paris, France
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Rua Dr. Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255-9º Andar-sala 9025, São Paulo, SP, CEP 05403-900, Brazil
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- Research and Biostatistics Unit, Rothschild Foundation Hospital, Paris, France
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Rua Dr. Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255-9º Andar-sala 9025, São Paulo, SP, CEP 05403-900, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Rua Dr. Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255-9º Andar-sala 9025, São Paulo, SP, CEP 05403-900, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, Rua Dr. Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255-9º Andar-sala 9025, São Paulo, SP, CEP 05403-900, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Unit, Diaconesses Croix Saint Simon Hospital, 125, Rue d'Avron, 75020, Paris, France.,AP-HP, Department of Digestive, Oncologic and Metabolic Surgery, Ambroise Paré Hospital, Boulogne-Billancourt, France.,Versailles St-Quentin-en-Yvelines/Paris Saclay University, UFR des Sciences de la Santé Simone Veil, Montigny-Le-Bretonneux, France
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Fonseca GM, Braghiroli MIFM, Pirola Kruger JA, Coelho FF, Herman P. Is There a Role for Locoregional Therapies for Non-colorectal Gastrointestinal Malignancies? Surg Oncol Clin N Am 2020; 30:125-142. [PMID: 33220801 DOI: 10.1016/j.soc.2020.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
Abstract
The liver is the most common site of metastases from solid gastrointestinal tract tumors. Over the past few decades, the role of locoregional therapies, resection and thermal ablation, for neuroendocrine and colorectal liver metastases has been widely studied. However, for liver metastases originating from other gastrointestinal organs, the role of locoregional treatment remains unclear. This review summarizes and discusses the available evidence regarding benefits, risks, and indications for locoregional therapies for non-colorectal and non-neuroendocrine gastrointestinal liver metastases, highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary approach and patient selection.
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- Gilton Marques Fonseca
- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Avenida Doutor Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255, Instituto Central, 9° andar, Sala 9074, Cerqueira Cesar, São Paulo, São Paulo CEP: 05403-900, Brazil
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- Instituto do Cancer do Estado de Sao Paulo (ICESP), University of Sao Paulo, and Rede D'Or Sao Paulo, Av. Dr. Arnaldo, 251 - São Paulo, SP, Brazil. CEP: 01246-000, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Avenida Doutor Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255, Instituto Central, 9° andar, Sala 9074, Cerqueira Cesar, São Paulo, São Paulo CEP: 05403-900, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Avenida Doutor Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255, Instituto Central, 9° andar, Sala 9074, Cerqueira Cesar, São Paulo, São Paulo CEP: 05403-900, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Avenida Doutor Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255, Instituto Central, 9° andar, Sala 9074, Cerqueira Cesar, São Paulo, São Paulo CEP: 05403-900, Brazil.
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Pekolj J, Clariá Sánchez R, Salceda J, Maurette RJ, Schelotto PB, Pierini L, Cánepa E, Moro M, Stork G, Resio N, Neffa J, Mc Cormack L, Quiñonez E, Raffin G, Obeide L, Fernández D, Pfaffen G, Salas C, Linzey M, Schmidt G, Ruiz S, Alvarez F, Buffaliza J, Maroni R, Campi O, Bertona C, de Santibañes M, Mazza O, Belotto de Oliveira M, Diniz AL, Enne de Oliveira M, Machado MA, Kalil AN, Pinto RD, Rezende AP, Ramos EJB, Talvane T Oliveira A, Torres OJM, Jarufe Cassis N, Buckel E, Quevedo Torres R, Chapochnick J, Sanhueza Garcia M, Muñoz C, Castro G, Losada H, Vergara Suárez F, Guevara O, Dávila D, Palacios O, Jimenez A, Poggi L, Torres V, Fonseca GM, Kruger JAP, Coelho FF, Russo L, Herman P. Laparoscopic Liver Resection: A South American Experience with 2887 Cases. World J Surg 2020; 44:3868-3874. [PMID: 32591841 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-020-05646-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Laparoscopic liver resections (LLR) have been increasingly performed in recent years. Most of the available evidence, however, comes from specialized centers in Asia, Europe and USA. Data from South America are limited and based on single-center experiences. To date, no multicenter studies evaluated the results of LLR in South America. The aim of this study was to evaluate the experience and results with LLR in South American centers. METHODS From February to November 2019, a survey about LLR was conducted in 61 hepatobiliary centers in South America, composed by 20 questions concerning demographic characteristics, surgical data, and perioperative results. RESULTS Fifty-one (83.6%) centers from seven different countries answered the survey. A total of 2887 LLR were performed, as follows: Argentina (928), Brazil (1326), Chile (322), Colombia (210), Paraguay (9), Peru (75), and Uruguay (8). The first program began in 1997; however, the majority (60.7%) started after 2010. The percentage of LLR over open resections was 28.4% (4.4-84%). Of the total, 76.5% were minor hepatectomies and 23.5% major, including 266 right hepatectomies and 343 left hepatectomies. The conversion rate was 9.7%, overall morbidity 13%, and mortality 0.7%. CONCLUSIONS This is the largest study assessing the dissemination and results of LLR in South America. It showed an increasing number of centers performing LLR with the promising perioperative results, aligned with other worldwide excellence centers.
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- J Pekolj
- HPB Surgery Section, General Surgery Service, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- HPB Surgery Section, General Surgery Service, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Hospital Ramón Santamarina, Tandil, Argentina
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- Clínica Nefrología, Clínica Uruguay, Hospital Iturraspe, Santa Fe, Argentina
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- Hospital Privado de Comunidad, Mar del Plata, Argentina
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- Hospital Italiano - Regional Sur, Bahía Blanca, Argentina
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- Hospital Italiano - Regional Sur, Bahía Blanca, Argentina
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- Unidad HPB Sur, General Roca, Argentina
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- Hospital Italiano de Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina
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- Hospital El Cruce, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Hospital Argerich, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Hospital Universitario Privado, Córdoba, Argentina
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- Clínica Pueyrredón, Mar del Plata, Argentina
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- Sanatorio Güemes, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Sanatorio 9 de Julio, Santiago del Estero, Argentina, Hospital Centro de Salud, San Miguel de Tucumán, Argentina
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- Hospital Angel C. Padilla, San Miguel de Tucumán, Argentina
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- Hospital Escuela Gral, Corrientes, Argentina
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- Clínica Colón, Mar del Plata, Argentina
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- Clínica Reina Fabiola, Hospital Italiano, Córdoba, Argentina
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- Hospital Papa Francisco, Salta, Argentina
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- Clínica Regional General Pico, Santa Rosa, Argentina
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- Hospital Español, Mendoza, Argentina
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- HPB Surgery Section, General Surgery Service, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- HPB Surgery Section, General Surgery Service, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- A.C. Camargo Cancer Center, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Santa Casa de Porto Alegre, Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Hospital Santa Catarina de Blumenau, Blumenau, Brazil
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- Hospital Nossa Senhora das Graças, Curitiba, Brazil
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- Hospital Universitario HUUFMA, Hospital São Domingos, UDI Hospital, Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Clínica Las Condes, Santiago, Chile
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- Hospital de Talca, Talca, Chile
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- Hospital de Temuco, Temuco, Chile
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- Clínica Vida - Fundación Colombiana de Cancerología, Medellin, Colombia
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- Instituto Nacional de Cancerologia, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Hospital Clínicas, Asunción, Paraguay
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- Clínica Anglo Americana, Lima, Peru
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- Hospital Guillermo Almenara ESSALUD, Lima, Peru
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- Hospital das Clínicas - University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Hospital das Clínicas - University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Hospital das Clínicas - University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Hospital Maciel, Casmu, Montevideo, Uruguay
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- Hospital das Clínicas - University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil.
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Assis BSD, Coelho FF, Jeismann VB, Kruger JAP, Fonseca GM, Cecconello I, Herman P. Total laparoscopic vs. open liver resection: comparative study with propensity score matching analysis. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2020; 33:e1494. [PMID: 32428137 PMCID: PMC7236330 DOI: 10.1590/0102-672020190001e1494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2019] [Accepted: 01/28/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
Background:
There have been an increasing number of articles that demonstrate the
potential benefits of minimally invasive liver surgery in recent years. Most
of the available evidence, however, comes from retrospective observational
studies susceptible to bias, especially selection bias. In addition, in many
series, several modalities of minimally invasive surgery are included in the
same comparison group. Aim:
To compare the perioperative results (up to 90 days) of patients submitted
to total laparoscopic liver resection with those submitted to open liver
resection, matched by propensity score matching (PSM). Method: Consecutive adult patients submitted to liver resection were included. PSM
model was constructed using the following variables: age, gender, diagnosis
(benign vs. malignant), type of hepatectomy (minor vs. major), and presence
of cirrhosis. After matching, the groups were redefined on a 1:1 ratio, by
the nearest method. Results:
After matching, 120 patients were included in each group. Those undergoing
total laparoscopic surgery had shorter operative time (286.8±133.4 vs.
352.4±141.5 minutes, p<0.001), shorter ICU stay (1.9±1.2 vs. 2.5±2.2days,
p=0.031), shorter hospital stay (5.8±3.9 vs. 9.9±9.3 days, p<0.001) and a
45% reduction in perioperative complications (19.2 vs. 35%, p=0.008). Conclusion:
Total laparoscopic liver resections are safe, feasible and associated with
shorter operative time, shorter ICU and hospital stay, and lower rate of
perioperative complications.
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- Bruno Silva de Assis
- Postgraduate Course in Digestive Surgery, Colégio Brasileiro de Cirurgia Digestiva, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Course in Digestive Surgery, Colégio Brasileiro de Cirurgia Digestiva, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Course in Digestive Surgery, Colégio Brasileiro de Cirurgia Digestiva, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Course in Digestive Surgery, Colégio Brasileiro de Cirurgia Digestiva, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Gastroenterology, School of Medicine, Universityof São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Gastroenterology, School of Medicine, Universityof São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Macacari RL, Coelho FF, Bernardo WM, Kruger JAP, Jeismann VB, Fonseca GM, Cesconetto DM, Cecconello I, Herman P. Laparoscopic vs. open left lateral sectionectomy: An update meta-analysis of randomized and non-randomized controlled trials. Int J Surg 2018; 61:1-10. [PMID: 30496866 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2018.11.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2018] [Revised: 09/28/2018] [Accepted: 11/14/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Left lateral sectionectomy (LLS) is thought to be the anatomical liver resection most suitable for the laparoscopic approach. Despite increasing popularity, comparative analysis of laparoscopic and open LLS are mostly limited to retrospective, underpowered studies with small sample size. Recent population-based studies and prospective trials have generated new data; however, this new body of knowledge has not been submitted systematic reviews or meta-analyses and high quality evidence regarding the actual benefits of minimally invasive LLS is lacking. METHODS Systematic review of studies published until December 31st, 2017 and indexed in Medline, EMBASE, Cochrane Library Central and Scielo/LILACS databases. Randomized controlled trials and observational studies comparing perioperative results of laparoscopic and open LLS were included. Studies with patients submitted to LLS for living donation were excluded. Treatment outcomes, including conversion rates, estimated blood loss, transfusion rates, operative time, length of in-hospital stay, morbidity and mortality rates, were evaluated. RESULTS The primary search yielded 2838 articles, 23 of which (21 observational studies and 2 randomized controlled trials; 3415 patients) were included in the meta-analysis. Overall conversion rate was 7.4%. Patients submitted to laparoscopic LLS had less blood loss (mean difference, MD = -119.81 ml, 95% CI = -127.90, -111.72, P < .00001, I2 = 32%, N = 618), lower transfusion rates (4.1% vs. 10.1%; risk difference, RD = - 0.06, 95% CI = - 0.08, - 0.05, P < .00001, I2 = 13%, N = 2968) and shorter length of in-hospital stay (MD = - 2.02 days, 95% CI = - 2.15, - 1.89, P < .00001, I2 = 77%, N = 3160) compared to those undergoing open surgery. Marginally decreased overall complication (21.4% vs. 27.5%; RD = - 0.03, 95% CI = - 0.06, 0.00, P = .05, I2 = 0%, N = 3268) and perioperative mortality (0.3% vs. 1.5%; RD = - 0.01, 95% CI = - 0.02, - 0.00, P = .01, I2 = 0%; N = 3332) rates were also observed. Operative time and biliary, cardiac or pulmonary complication rates did not differ significantly between groups. CONCLUSION Current evidence supports the safety and feasibility of laparoscopic LLS. The laparoscopic approach is associated with reduced blood loss, lower transfusion rates and shorter length of in-hospital stay and should be considered the gold-standard for LLS.
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- Rodrigo Luiz Macacari
- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Instituto do Câncer do Estado de Sao Paulo (ICESP), Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, Instituto do Câncer do Estado de Sao Paulo (ICESP), Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Fonseca GM, Jeismann VB, Kruger JAP, Coelho FF, Montagnini AL, Herman P. LIVER RESECTION IN BRAZIL: A NATIONAL SURVEY. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018; 31:e1355. [PMID: 29947689 PMCID: PMC6049998 DOI: 10.1590/0102-672020180001e1355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2017] [Accepted: 01/25/2018] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Liver surgery has developed significantly in the past decades. In Brazil, the interest on it has grown significantly, but there is no study regarding its clinical practice. Despite intrinsic limitations, surveys are well suited to descriptive studies and allow understanding the current scenario. AIM To provide an overview on the current spread of liver surgery in Brazil, focusing on groups´ profile, operative techniques and availability of resources. METHOD From May to November 2016, was conducted a national survey about liver surgery profile in Brazil composed by 28 questions concerning surgical team characteristics, technical preferences, surgical volume, results and available institutional resources. The survey was sent by e-mail to 84 liver surgery team leaders from different centers including all regions of the country. RESULTS Forty-three study participants (51.2%), from all Brazilian regions, responded the survey. Most centers have residency/fellowship programs (86%), perform and do laparoscopic procedures (91%); however, laparoscopy is still responsible for a little amount of surgeries (1-9% of laparoscopic procedures over all liver resections in 39.5% of groups). Only seven centers (16.3%) perform more than 50 liver resections/year. Postoperative mortality rate is between 1-3% in 55% of the centers. CONCLUSION This is the first depiction of liver surgery in Brazil. It showed a surgical practice aligned with worldwide excellence centers, concentrated on hospitals dedicated to academic practice.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Faculty of Medicine, University of São Paulo.,Brazilian Chapter of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Faculty of Medicine, University of São Paulo
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Coelho FF, Kruger JAP, Jeismann VB, Fonseca GM, Makdissi FF, Ferreira LA, D'Albuquerque LAC, Cecconello I, Herman P. Are Hybrid Liver Resections Truly Minimally Invasive? A Propensity Score Matching Analysis. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2017; 27:1236-1244. [PMID: 28498007 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2017.0074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Hybrid liver resection is considered a modality of minimally invasive surgery; however, there are doubts regarding loss of benefits of laparoscopy due to the use of an auxiliary incision. We compared perioperative results of patients undergoing hybrid × open and hybrid × pure laparoscopic resections. METHODS Consecutive patients undergoing liver resection between June 2008 and January 2016 were studied. Study groups were compared after propensity score matching (PSM). RESULTS Six hundred forty-four resections were included in the comparative analysis: 470 open, 120 pure laparoscopic, and 54 hybrids. After PSM, 54 patients were included in each group. Hybrid × open: hybrid technique had shorter operative time (319.5 ± 108.6 × 376.2 ± 155.8 minutes, P = .033), shorter hospital stay (6.0 ± 2.7 × 8.1 ± 5.6 days, P = .001), and lower morbidity (18.5% × 40.7%, P = .003). Hybrid × pure laparoscopic: hybrid group had lower conversion rate (0% × 13%, P = .013). There was no difference regarding estimated blood loss, transfusion rate, hospital stay, complications, or mortality. CONCLUSIONS Hybrid resection has better perioperative results than the open approach and is similar to pure laparoscopy. The hybrid technique should be considered a minimally invasive approach.
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- Fabricio Ferreira Coelho
- 1 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 1 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School , São Paulo, Brazil .,2 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Cancer Institute of the State of São Paulo (ICESP) , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 1 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School , São Paulo, Brazil .,2 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Cancer Institute of the State of São Paulo (ICESP) , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 1 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 2 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Cancer Institute of the State of São Paulo (ICESP) , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 1 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 3 Liver and Gastrointestinal Transplant Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 1 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School , São Paulo, Brazil
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- 1 Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School , São Paulo, Brazil
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Lopes FDLM, Coelho FF, Kruger JAP, Fonseca GM, Araujo RLCD, Jeismann VB, Herman P. INFLUENCE OF HEPATOCELLULAR CARCINOMA ETIOLOGY IN THE SURVIVAL AFTER RESECTION. Arq Bras Cir Dig 2017; 29:105-8. [PMID: 27438037 PMCID: PMC4944746 DOI: 10.1590/0102-6720201600020010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2015] [Accepted: 03/22/2016] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
Abstract
Background: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most frequent type of primary liver cancer
and its incidence is increasing around the world in the last decades, making it
the third cause of death by cancer in the world. Hepatic resection is one of the
most effective treatments for HCC with five-year survival rates from 50-70%,
especially for patients with a single nodule and preserved liver function. Some
studies have shown a worse prognosis for HCC patients whose etiology is viral.
That brings us to the question about the existence of a difference between the
various causes of HCC and its prognosis. Aim: To compare the prognosis (overall and disease-free survival at five years) of
patients undergoing hepatectomy for the treatment of HCC with respect to various
causes of liver disease. Method: Was performed a review of medical records of patients undergoing hepatectomy
between 2000 and 2014 for the treatment of HCC. They were divided into groups
according to the cause of liver disease, followed by overall and disease-free
survival analysis for comparison. Results: There was no statistically significant difference in the outcomes of the groups of
patients divided according to the etiology of HCC. Overall and disease-free
survival at five years of the patients in this sample were 49.9% and 40.7%,
respectively. Conclusion: From the data of this sample, was verified that there was no prognostic
differences among the groups of HCC patients of the various etiologies.
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- Liver Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Liver Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Liver Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Liver Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Araujo RLC, Cesconetto D, Jeismann VB, Fonseca GM, Coelho FF, Kruger JAP, Herman P. CENTRAL HEPATECTOMY FOR BILIARY CYSTADENOMA: PARENCHYMA-SPARING APPROACH FOR BENIGN LESIONS. Arq Bras Cir Dig 2017; 29:295-296. [PMID: 28076492 PMCID: PMC5225877 DOI: 10.1590/0102-6720201600040021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2015] [Accepted: 06/02/2016] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Raphael L C Araujo
- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP; Brazil.,Department of Upper GI and HPB Surgery, Barretos Cancer Hospital, Barretos, SP, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP; Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP; Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP; Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP; Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP; Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, SP; Brazil
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Machado MCC, Fonseca GM, de Meirelles LR, Zacchi FFS, Bezerra ROF. Primary liposarcoma of the pancreas: A review illustrated by findings from a recent case. Pancreatology 2016; 16:715-8. [PMID: 27423533 DOI: 10.1016/j.pan.2016.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2016] [Revised: 06/08/2016] [Accepted: 07/06/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
Liposarcoma is the most common soft tissue sarcoma and accounts for 15%-20% of all mesenchymal malignancies. The tumor occurs most frequently in limbs and retroperitoneum, with only rare instances of visceral location reported. Pancreas is a very rare site of primary liposarcoma, with a total of seven cases reported since 1979 and only four of those in the English literature. We review the literature specific for primary liposarcoma of the pancreas and discuss radiological and pathological aspects of this rare tumor type as well as emerging options of treatment. The review is illustrated by findings of a recent case of a dedifferentiated liposarcoma of the pancreas coupled with undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma, including the first description of this rare tumor by magnetic resonance imaging. The patient was successfully treated with distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy, followed by adjuvant chemotherapy and radiotherapy. At the 5-year follow-up, the patient showed no signs of recurrence.
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo 05403-900, Brazil
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- Department of Radiology, Hospital Sírio-Libanês and Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo-ICESP, São Paulo 01308-050, Brazil
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Krüger JAP, Fonseca GM, Coelho FF, Jeismann V, Herman P. Laparoscopic Right Hepatectomy for Cirrhotic Patients: Takasaki's Hilar Control and Caudal Approach. Ann Surg Oncol 2016; 24:558-559. [PMID: 27271928 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-016-5288-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Cirrhotic patients bearing hepatocellular carcinomas (HCC) derive benefits from laparoscopic hepatectomy1 - 6 such as reduced bleeding, less overall and liver-specific complications, and fewer adhesions in the case of future reoperation or transplantation.7 - 10 Bleeding is concerning in the setting of cirrhosis,11 - 15 and adequate inflow control reduces blood loss. The caudal approach is the laparoscopic counterpart of the anterior approach to open surgery. It implies in parenchymal transection initiated from the visceral surface of the liver after limited hepatic mobilization, reducing the risk of increased circulating tumoral cells.16 - 18 Venous outflow transection and completion of ligament mobilization are left as last steps. METHODS A 46 years-old-male with hepatitis C virus and alcoholic cirrhosis was diagnosed with a 4-cm HCC (right hepatic lobe). Expected future liver remnant was 45 % of his total liver volume. A totally laparoscopic right hepatectomy was performed using six ports, and the specimen was removed through a Pfannenstiel auxiliary incision. A 10-mm 30° scope was used. The pneumoperitoneum pressure was set to 12 mmHg. The right hepatic pedicle, the caudate lobe, and the major hepatic veins were managed with laparoscopic vascular staplers. RESULTS Surgery was performed with limited liver mobilization and en bloc extrafascial right pedicle control (Takasaki's technique),19 followed by caudal parenchymal transection along the paracaval plane. The operative time was 450 min, and the estimated blood loss was 800 ml (no transfusion was required). CONCLUSION The laparoscopic Takasaki technique and caudal approach are feasible procedures in the setting of cirrhosis, resulting in an oncologic adequate intervention with less morbidity.
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- Jaime Arthur Pirola Krüger
- Hospital das Clinicas (HC/FMUSP), University of Sao Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. .,Instituto do Cancer do Estado de Sao Paulo (ICESP), University of Sao Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Hospital das Clinicas (HC/FMUSP), University of Sao Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.,Instituto do Cancer do Estado de Sao Paulo (ICESP), University of Sao Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Hospital das Clinicas (HC/FMUSP), University of Sao Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Coelho FF, Kruger JAP, Fonseca GM, Araújo RLC, Jeismann VB, Perini MV, Lupinacci RM, Cecconello I, Herman P. Laparoscopic liver resection: Experience based guidelines. World J Gastrointest Surg 2016; 8:5-26. [PMID: 26843910 PMCID: PMC4724587 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v8.i1.5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2015] [Revised: 09/07/2015] [Accepted: 11/25/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Laparoscopic liver resection (LLR) has been progressively developed along the past two decades. Despite initial skepticism, improved operative results made laparoscopic approach incorporated to surgical practice and operations increased in frequency and complexity. Evidence supporting LLR comes from case-series, comparative studies and meta-analysis. Despite lack of level 1 evidence, the body of literature is stronger and existing data confirms the safety, feasibility and benefits of laparoscopic approach when compared to open resection. Indications for LLR do not differ from those for open surgery. They include benign and malignant (both primary and metastatic) tumors and living donor liver harvesting. Currently, resection of lesions located on anterolateral segments and left lateral sectionectomy are performed systematically by laparoscopy in hepatobiliary specialized centers. Resection of lesions located on posterosuperior segments (1, 4a, 7, 8) and major liver resections were shown to be feasible but remain technically demanding procedures, which should be reserved to experienced surgeons. Hand-assisted and laparoscopy-assisted procedures appeared to increase the indications of minimally invasive liver surgery and are useful strategies applied to difficult and major resections. LLR proved to be safe for malignant lesions and offers some short-term advantages over open resection. Oncological results including resection margin status and long-term survival were not inferior to open resection. At present, surgical community expects high quality studies to base the already perceived better outcomes achieved by laparoscopy in major centers’ practice. Continuous surgical training, as well as new technologies should augment the application of laparoscopic liver surgery. Future applicability of new technologies such as robot assistance and image-guided surgery is still under investigation.
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Machado MCC, Fonseca GM, de Meirelles LR, Siqueira LTDB, Katz B, Jukemura J. Synchronous resection of pancreatic serous cystadenocarcinoma and liver metastasis: First reported case and review of literature. Pancreatology 2015; 15:708-12. [PMID: 26463518 DOI: 10.1016/j.pan.2015.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2015] [Revised: 07/24/2015] [Accepted: 09/16/2015] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Cystic neoplasms account for approximately 10-20% of all pancreatic cysts and 1% of pancreatic cancers. Serous cystadenomas are considered benign tumors with almost no malignant potential, and thus the management is typically only observation with serial imaging. According to the current World Health Organization classification, cases with distant metastases are defined as serous cystadenocarcinomas. To date, only 17 such cases with concomitant synchronous or metachronous liver metastasis have been described in the literature, and eight of these reports described treatment of secondary liver lesions. This report describes the first case of synchronous resection of pancreatic serous cystadenocarcinoma and liver metastasis in a 56-year-old female patient. The patient is currently well after 30 months of follow-up with no tumor recurrence or new metastatic liver nodules based on magnetic resonance imaging.
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo 05403-900, Brazil
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- Department of Pathology, Hospital Sírio-Libanês, São Paulo 01308-050, Brazil
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- Digestive Surgery Division, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo 05403-900, Brazil
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Coelho FF, Perini MV, Kruger JAP, Fonseca GM, Araújo RLCD, Makdissi FF, Lupinacci RM, Herman P. Management of variceal hemorrhage: current concepts. Arq Bras Cir Dig 2015; 27:138-44. [PMID: 25004293 PMCID: PMC4678684 DOI: 10.1590/s0102-67202014000200011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2013] [Accepted: 03/11/2014] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Introduction The treatment of portal hypertension is complex and the the best strategy depends
on the underlying disease (cirrhosis vs. schistosomiasis), patient's clinical
condition and time on it is performed (during an acute episode of variceal
bleeding or electively, as pre-primary, primary or secondary prophylaxis). With
the advent of new pharmacological options and technical development of endoscopy
and interventional radiology treatment of portal hypertension has changed in
recent decades. Aim To review the strategies employed in elective and emergency treatment of variceal
bleeding in cirrhotic and schistosomotic patients. Methods Survey of publications in PubMed, Embase, Lilacs, SciELO and Cochrane databases
through June 2013, using the headings: portal hypertension, esophageal and gastric
varices, variceal bleeding, liver cirrhosis, schistosomiasis mansoni, surgical
treatment, pharmacological treatment, secondary prophylaxis, primary prophylaxis,
pre-primary prophylaxis. Conclusion Pre-primary prophylaxis doesn't have specific treatment strategies; the best
recommendation is treatment of the underlying disease. Primary prophylaxis should
be performed in cirrhotic patients with beta-blockers or endoscopic variceal
ligation. There is controversy regarding the effectiveness of primary prophylaxis
in patients with schistosomiasis; when indicated, it is done with beta-blockers or
endoscopic therapy in high-risk varices. Treatment of acute variceal bleeding is
systematized in the literature, combination of vasoconstrictor drugs and
endoscopic therapy, provided significant decline in mortality over the last
decades. TIPS and surgical treatment are options as rescue therapy. Secondary
prophylaxis plays a fundamental role in the reduction of recurrent bleeding, the
best option in cirrhotic patients is the combination of pharmacological therapy
with beta-blockers and endoscopic band ligation. TIPS or surgical treatment, are
options for controlling rebleeding on failure of secondary prophylaxis. Despite
the increasing evidence of the effectiveness of pharmacological and endoscopic
treatment in schistosomotic patients, surgical therapy still plays an important
role in secondary prophylaxis.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School
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Sallum RAA, Fonseca GM, Szachnowicz S, Seguro FCBDC, Cecconello I. Adenocarcinoma of transposed colon: first case of synchronous tumor. Arq Bras Cir Dig 2015; 27:163-4. [PMID: 25004300 PMCID: PMC4678685 DOI: 10.1590/s0102-67202014000200018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2013] [Accepted: 12/18/2013] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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- Rubens Antonio Aissar Sallum
- Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Disciplina de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Disciplina de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Disciplina de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Disciplina de Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Costantino A, Fonseca GM, Cantín M. Bilateral mandibular fourth molars: A case report. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015; 116:312-4. [PMID: 26088324 DOI: 10.1016/j.revsto.2015.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2015] [Revised: 04/26/2015] [Accepted: 05/12/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Fourth molars are supernumerary teeth located distal to the third molars that may cause local alterations. Therefore an adequate diagnosis and treatment are essential. Removal of the supernumerary tooth and, in selected cases, maintenance of the tooth on the arch and frequent observation are the preferred treatments. If the extraction is recommended, it should be performed carefully by experienced oral surgeons to prevent damage to the anatomical structures. OBSERVATION The oral examination of a 26-year-old woman revealed a left partially impacted mandibular molar responsible for pain and infection. Although it was assumed it was a third molar, the panoramic radiograph showed that the real third molar was completely impacted and that two partially impacted mandibular fourth molars were present bilaterally. Both of them were removed without complications and the left third molar was extracted after fragmentation to avoid any injury of the contiguous inferior alveolar nerve. DISCUSSION The extraction of the left fourth molars solved the pain. Even if the right fourth molar was asymptomatic, the patient accepted its extraction because of the evident radiographical pericoronitis and to avoid further complications. "Asymptomatic" does not mean absence of disease, but the patient's consent is mandatory before any decision.
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- A Costantino
- Magister Program in Oral Implantology, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of La Plata, La Plata, Argentina
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- Department of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Cordoba, Cordoba, Argentina; CIMA Research Group, Faculty of Dentistry, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile.
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- CIMA Research Group, Faculty of Dentistry, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile; Doctoral Program in Morphological Sciences, CEMyQ, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile; Center of Research in Biomedical Sciences, Universidad Autónoma de Chile, Temuco, Chile
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Fonseca GM, Varella AD, Coelho FF, Abe ES, Dumarco RB, Herman P. Downstaging and resection after neoadjuvant therapy for fibrolamellar hepatocellular carcinoma. World J Gastrointest Surg 2014; 6:107-111. [PMID: 24976904 PMCID: PMC4073221 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v6.i6.107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2014] [Revised: 04/18/2014] [Accepted: 06/11/2014] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Fibrolamellar hepatocellular carcinoma (FLHCC) is a rare malignant liver neoplasm, commonly observed in adolescents and young adults of both genders. The disease is more common in Caucasians and in patients without a prior history of liver disease. The best treatment option is a surgical resection associated with liver hilum lymph node dissection. However, there is no established systemic drug treatment for patients with locally advanced or metastatic disease. We report on a patient with advanced FLHCC, initially considered unresectable due to invasion of the right and the middle hepatic veins and circumferential involvement of the left hepatic vein. Following the treatment with gemcitabine-oxaliplatin systemic chemotherapy, the patient exhibited a significant tumor reduction. As a result, a complete resection was performed with an extended right hepatectomy associated with a partial resection of the inferior vena cava, a wedge resection in segment 2, and lymphadenectomy of the hepatic hilum. The case was unusual due to the significant tumor downstaging with gemcitabine-oxaliplatin, potentially enabling curative resection. More studies are needed to confirm the efficacy of the systemic drug treatment for FLHCC.
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Herman P, Perini MV, Coelho FF, Kruger JAP, Lupinacci RM, Fonseca GM, Lopes FDLM, Cecconello I. Laparoscopic resection of hepatocellular carcinoma: when, why, and how? A single-center experience. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2014; 24:223-8. [PMID: 24568364 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2013.0502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to evaluate short- and intermediate-term results of laparoscopic liver resection in selected patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). PATIENTS AND METHODS Eighty-five patients with HCC were subjected to liver resection between February 2007 and January 2013. From these, 30 (35.2%) were subjected to laparoscopic liver resection and were retrospectively analyzed. Special emphasis was given to the indication criteria and to surgical results. RESULTS There were 21 males and 9 females with a mean age of 57.4 years. Patients were subjected to 10 nonanatomic and 20 anatomic resections. Two patients were subjected to hand-assisted procedures (right posterior sectionectomies); all other patients were subjected to totally laparoscopic procedures. Conversion to open surgery was necessary in 4 patients (13.3%). Postoperative complications were observed in 12 patients (40%), and the mortality rate was 3.3%. Mean overall survival was 29.8 months, with 3-year overall and disease-free survival rates of 76% and 58%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Laparoscopic treatment of selected patients with HCC is safe and feasible and can lead to good short- and intermediate-term results.
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- Paulo Herman
- Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School , São Paulo, Brazil
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Lupinacci RM, Mello ES, Coelho FF, Kruger JAP, Perini MV, Pinheiro RS, Fonseca GM, Cecconello I, Herman P. Prognostic implication of mucinous histology in resected colorectal cancer liver metastases. Surgery 2014; 155:1062-8. [PMID: 24856126 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2014.01.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2013] [Accepted: 01/31/2014] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Colorectal mucinous adenocarcinoma (MAC) is a subtype of colorectal adenocarcinoma with prominent mucin production associated with proximal location of tumor, advanced stage at diagnosis, microsatellite instability, and BRAF mutation. The prognostic implication of MAC in colorectal cancer liver metastases (CRCLM) is unknown. The purpose of our study was to determine the frequency and elucidate the prognostic implication of mucinous histology in CRCLM. METHODS The medical records of 118 patients who underwent CRCLM resection between 2000 and 2010 were reviewed. Clinicopathologic variables and outcome parameters were examined. Resected specimens were submitted to routine histologic evaluation. Patients were grouped according to the metastasis mucinous content: >50%, MAC; <50%, adenocarcinoma with intermediated mucinous component (AIM); and without any mucinous component, non-MAC (NMA). RESULTS Mean follow-up after resection was 37 months. Tumor recurrence was observed in 75% of patients. Overall survival and disease-free survival rates after hepatectomy were 61%, 56%, and 26%, 24% at 3 and 5 years, respectively. Tumors with mucinous component (AIM and MAC) were related to proximal location of the primary tumor and were more frequently observed in females. Multivariate analysis revealed that MAC was an independent negative prognostic factor (hazard ratio, 3.13; 95% CI, 1.30-6.68; P = .011) compared with non-MAC (NMA and AIM). CONCLUSION MAC has an adverse prognostic impact compared with NMA, which may influence therapeutic strategy raising an important subject for discussion and future investigation.
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- Renato Micelli Lupinacci
- Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil; Department of General, Visceral and Endocrine Surgery, Hôpital Pitié Salpetrière, Paris, France.
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Liver Surgery Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, University of São Paulo Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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Cantín M, Fonseca GM. Dens invaginatus in an impacted mesiodens: a morphological study. Rom J Morphol Embryol 2013; 54:879-884. [PMID: 24322044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Dens invaginatus (DI) is a dental anomaly originated from invagination of the enamel organ into the dental papilla, during odontogenesis. DI may be associated with other abnormalities such as dysmorphic mesiodens, and this unusual condition may be detected by chance on the conventional radiography. However, the three-dimensional nature and the exact morphological patterns of DI are impossible to appreciate from this method. We present a morphological study of impacted mesiodens in a 9-year-old girl, which the three coronal invaginations were detected only by Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) in the pre-surgical examination. CBCT, radiographic and microscopic reproductions allow transfer of images to facilitate cooperation of working groups, examination as well as for teaching purposes.
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- M Cantín
- Department of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Cordoba, Argentina;
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Fonseca GM, Montagnini AL, Rocha MDS, Patzina RA, Bernardes MVAA, Cecconello I, Jukemura J. Biliary tract schwannoma: A rare cause of obstructive jaundice in a young patient. World J Gastroenterol 2012; 18:5305-8. [PMID: 23066328 PMCID: PMC3468866 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v18.i37.5305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2012] [Revised: 07/26/2012] [Accepted: 07/28/2012] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Schwannoma is a tumor derived from Schwann cells which usually arises in the upper extremities, trunk, head and neck, retroperitoneum, mediastinum, pelvis, and peritoneum. However, it can arise in the gastrointestinal tract, including biliary tract. We present a 24-year-old male patient with obstructive jaundice, whose investigation with computed tomography abdomen showed focal wall thickening in the common hepatic duct, difficult to differentiate with hilar adenocarcinoma. He was diagnosed intraoperatively schwannoma of common bile duct and treated with local resection. The patient recovered well without signs of recurrence of the lesion after 12 mo. We also reviewed the common bile duct schwannoma related in the literature and evaluated the difficulty in pre and intraoperative differential diagnosis with adenocarcinoma hilar. Resection is the treatment of choice for such cases and the tumor did not recur in any of the resected cases.
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