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Deleted in liver cancer 1 isoforms are distinctly expressed in human tissues, functionally different and under differential transcriptional regulation in hepatocellular carcinoma
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This study aimed to document the expression profiles of the three known DLC1 isoforms ([alpha], [beta] and [gamma]) in normal human tissues and human HCCs and address their functional and regulatory differences. We also aimed to determine the clinicopathological and prognostic significance of the DLC1 dominant isoform in human HCCs. Quantitative polymerase chain reaction was performed to determine the expressions of DLC1 isoforms in different normal human tissues and human HCCs. The clinicopathological and prognostic significance of DLC1 expression in HCC samples was also analysed. In addition, the functional roles of DLC1...
Source: Liver International - October 27, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Frankie Chi Fat Ko, Yin-Shan Yeung, Chun-Ming Wong, Lo-Kong Chan, Ronnie Tung Ping Poon, Irene Oi-Lin Ng, Judy Wai Ping Yam Source Type: journals
Evaluation of acoustic radiation force impulse elastography for fibrosis staging of chronic liver disease: a pilot studyEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study enrolled 55 consecutive patients with chronic liver disease who underwent a liver biopsy for histological assessment of liver fibrosis by the Metavir scoring system. Liver stiffness of the 55 patients and 25 healthy volunteers was evaluated by ARFI elastography and was expressed as the shear wave velocity. Cut-off values were determined using receiver-operating characteristic (ROC) curves. Histological liver fibrosis was evaluated by Metavir scoring; F0: six cases, F1: 14 cases, F2: nine cases, F3: nine cases and F4: 17 cases. Liver stiffness determined by ARFI elastography was correlated with histological liver...
Source: Liver International - October 27, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Hirokazu Takahashi, Naofumi Ono, Yuichiro Eguchi, Takahisa Eguchi, Yoichiro Kitajima, Yasunori Kawaguchi, Shunya Nakashita, Iwata Ozaki, Toshihiko Mizuta, Shuji Toda, Sho Kudo, Atsushi Miyoshi, Kohji Miyazaki, Kazuma Fujimoto Source Type: journals
ACG: Colored Hi-Def Colonoscopy Doesn't Increase Adenoma Detection (CME/CE)Email this article to a colleague.
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SAN DIEGO (MedPage Today) -- Adding a colored dye to high-definition colonoscopy doesn't detect more adenomas than regular high-definition colonoscopy, researchers said.
Source: MedPage Today Gastroenterology - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: news
ACG: Colored Hi-Def Colonoscopy Doesn't Increase Adenoma Detection (CME/CE, with video)Email this article to a colleague.
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SAN DIEGO (MedPage Today) -- Adding a colored dye to high-definition colonoscopy doesn't detect more adenomas than regular high-definition colonoscopy, researchers said.
Source: MedPage Today Gastroenterology - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: news
ACG: Low-Dose Naproxen Increases Ulcer Risk (CME/CE)Email this article to a colleague.
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SAN DIEGO (MedPage Today) -- Even at low doses, naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, Naprosyn, Naprelan) may increase the risk of upper gastrointestinal complications, researchers said.
Source: MedPage Today Gastroenterology - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: news
Zinc deficiency impairs wound healing of colon anastomosis in ratsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions Our study constitutes the known negative effect of zinc deficiency on wound healing. Zinc deficiency significantly increased
the activity of MMPs (2, 9, and 13), caused a reduced collagen type I/III ratio, and delayed cell proliferation and quality
of intestinal wound healing.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00384-009-0831-yAuthors
Marcel Binnebösel, RWTH Aachen University Hospital Department of Surgery Pauwelsstr. 30 52074 Aachen GermanyJochen Grommes, RWTH Aachen University Hospital Department of Vascular Surgery Aachen GermanyBenita Koenen, RWTH Aachen...
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: International Journal of Colorectal Disease Source Type: journals
Stent or surgery for incurable obstructive colorectal cancer: an individualized decisiónEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion Stent placement offers advantages regarding early morbidity, hospital stay and stoma creation. Surgery offers a benefit in
survival in patients who receive chemotherapy but not in non-candidates to chemotherapy.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00384-009-0814-zAuthors
Javier Súarez, Hospital de Navarra General Surgery C/ Irunlarrea – 3 31008 Pamplona SpainJavier Jiménez, Hospital de Navarra Gastroenterology C/ Irunlarrea – 3 31008 Pamplona SpainRuth Vera, Hospital de Navarra Medical Oncology C/ Irunlarrea – 3 31008 Pamplona SpainAntonio Tarifa, Hospit...
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: International Journal of Colorectal Disease Source Type: journals
Rectal cancer: quo vadis, neoadjuvant and adjuvant (chemo) radiotherapy?Email this article to a colleague.
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Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Invited CommentaryDOI 10.1007/s00384-009-0825-9Authors
Rainer Fietkau, University of Erlangen Department of Radiotherapy Erlangen Germany
Journal International Journal of Colorectal DiseaseOnline ISSN 1432-1262Print ISSN 0179-1958
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: International Journal of Colorectal Disease Source Type: journals
Prediction of histology and invasive depth of colorectal neoplasia based on morphology of surface depression using magnifying chromocolonoscopyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions Depression was predominantly contained in nonpolypoid colorectal neoplasia. Morphology of depression observed by magnifying
chromocolonoscopy could be used as a complementary method to assess the degree of atypia and invasive depth in colorectal
neoplasia.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00384-009-0821-0Authors
Xiaobo Li, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai Institute of Digestive Disease Department of Gastroenterology, Shanghai Renji Hospital 145 Shan-dong zhong Rd. Shanghai 200001 ChinaHuimin Chen, Shanghai Jiaotong University School...
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: International Journal of Colorectal Disease Source Type: journals
Vaccination Program Cuts HBV Infection in Children of Foreign-Born Asian ParentsEmail this article to a colleague.
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The hepatitis B virus (HBV) infant vaccination program in the US appears to have reduced chronic infection, morbidity and mortality among populations at high risk, a paper in the October 9th issue of the journal Vaccine suggests. Reuters Health Information
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Allergy & Clinical Immunology Source Type: info
ACG: ACE Inhibitor Use Linked to Liver Toxicity (CME/CE)Email this article to a colleague.
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SAN DIEGO (MedPage Today) -- Use of ACE inhibitors may confer a risk of hepatotoxicity, data from a literature review suggest.
Source: MedPage Today Gastroenterology - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: news
Obesity, but not overweight, increases BE riskEmail this article to a colleague.
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Obese women appear to be at increased risk for Barrett’s esophagus, but the risk does not appear to be raised in overweight women, study results suggest.
Source: MedWire News - Gastroenterology - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: news
Health Tip: Dietary Needs of Aging WomenEmail this article to a colleague.
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Title: Health Tip: Dietary Needs of Aging WomenCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/26/2009 8:10:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/26/2009
Source: MedicineNet Crohn's Disease General - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: consumer
Nexium 10mg granules, 20mg and 40mg tablets, 40mg injection (esomeprazole) - Revised SPCEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: eMC (electronic Medicines Compendium)
Area: Other Library Updates > SPC Changes
Revised SPC to include updates to:
Section 4.3 - Esomeprazole should not be used concomitantly with nelfinavir (See section 4.5)
Section 4.4 - Co-administration of esomeprazole with atazanavir is not recommended (see section 4.5). If the combination of atazanavir with a proton pump inhibitor is judged unavoidable, close clinical monitoring is recommended in combination with an increase in the dose of atazanavir to 400 mg with 100 mg of ritonavir; esomeprazole 20 mg should not be exceeded.
Section 4.5 - Omeprazole has been repor...
Source: NeLM - Gastroenterology - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
Pentasa SR 500mg tablets (Mesalazine) - Revised SPCEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: eMC (electronic Medicines Compendium)
Area: Other Library Updates > SPC Changes
?Revised SPC - update to section 4.2 (posolgy and method of administration) - The recommanded dosage for maintenance treatment has changed to 2g mesalazine once daily.
Source: NeLM - Gastroenterology - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
Atypical esophageal vascular lesions observed in liver cirrhosisEmail this article to a colleague.
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We report a case of esophageal vascular lesions resembling spider naevi in a patient with nonalcoholic cirrhosis who underwent an upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy. We observed the presence of multiple white round elevations, 5[ndash]6 mm in size, with radiating thin-walled vessels, in the middle and distal esophagus. The histological examination documented the presence of multiple dilated blood vessels in the mucosal layer of the esophagus, with striking thickening of the endothelium wall. There was no evidence of esophagogastric varices, but only of a moderate congestive antral gastropathy. To our knowledge, these en...
Source: Diseases of the Esophagus - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Fardowza A. Nur, C. Clemente, G. Serino, F. Salerno, L. Spina, M. Vecchi Source Type: journals
Options in the management of esophageal perforation: analysis over a 12-year periodEmail this article to a colleague.
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Controversies exist about the management of esophageal perforation in order to eliminate the septic focus. The aim of this study was to assess the etiology, management, and outcome of esophageal perforation over a 12-year period, in order to characterize optimal treatment options in this severe disease. Between May 1996 and May 2008, 44 patients (30 men, 14 women; median age 67 years) with esophageal perforation were treated in our department. Etiology, diagnostic procedures, time interval between clinical presentation and treatment, therapeutic management, and outcome were analyzed retro- or prospectively for each patient...
Source: Diseases of the Esophagus - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: D. Vallböhmer, A. H. Hölscher, M. Hölscher, M. Bludau, C. Gutschow, D. Stippel, E. Bollschweiler, W. Schröder Source Type: journals
Chemoradiotherapy for cancer of the esophagus: contribution of the leucovorin, 5-fluorouracil bolus, and infusion–cisplatin–radiotherapy schedule starting with two neoadjuvant chemotherapy cycles: results from a pilot studyEmail this article to a colleague.
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To assess feasibility and tolerance of a modification in the usual radiochemotherapy regimen for esophageal cancer by using a leucovorin, 5-fluorouracil bolus, and infusion[ndash]cisplatin regimen (six cycles), beginning with two cycles of chemotherapy before conventional radiotherapy (50 Gy), 33 patients, 30 were men, 62.8 ± 9.5 years, were treated for an esophageal carcinoma (29 squamous cell), 27 of these were in stage III (based on computed tomography scan). Neoadjuvant chemotherapy was well tolerated; concomitant radiochemotherapy was associated with severe adverse events mostly hematological in 23 patients. Complete...
Source: Diseases of the Esophagus - October 26, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: T. N. Tran Vuong, E. Le Prisé, E. Vauléon, E. Boucher, O. Audrain, J.-L. Raoul Source Type: journals
Reflux and Barrett’s diseaseEmail this article to a colleague.
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EndoscopyDOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1215216© Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkGet connected:Table of contents | Full text
Source: Endoscopy - October 24, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Endoscopy essentials Source Type: journals
Process quality and incidence of acute complications in a series of more than 230 000 outpatient colonoscopiesEmail this article to a colleague.
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We describe process quality in routine care, estimate the incidence of acute complications, and identify risk indicators for substandard care and complications.[...]© Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkGet connected:Table of contents | Abstract | Full text
Source: Endoscopy - October 24, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Original article Source Type: journals
Highly Purified Eicosapentaenoic Acid Ethyl Ester Prevents Development of Steatosis and Hepatic Fibrosis in RatsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions EPA-E prevents progression of hepatic fibrosis in an MCD-induced NASH model with reduction of oxidative stress, inflammation,
and initial hepatic steatosis. Thus, EPA-E treatment may be a potential therapy to treat NASH.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s10620-009-1020-0Authors
Satoshi Kajikawa, Mochida Pharmaceutical Company Limited Development Research, Pharmaceutical Research Center 722 Uenohara, Jimba Gotemba Shizuoka 412-8524 JapanTsuyoshi Harada, Mochida Pharmaceutical Company Limited Development Research, Pharmaceutical Research Center 722 Uenohara, Ji...
Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences - October 24, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Digestive Diseases and Sciences Source Type: journals
Long-Term Repopulation Effects of Donor BMDCs on Intestinal EpitheliumEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions Long term, BMDCs could repopulate recipient’s intestinal epithelium even without any special treatment, which suggests a novel
insight into the maintenance of the intestinal epithelial constitution.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s10620-009-0991-1Authors
Liu Dengqun, Third Military Medical University Institute of Combined Injury, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, College of Preventive Medicine 30 Gaotanyan Ave., Shapingba Chongqing 400038 ChinaWang Fengchao, Third Military Medical University Institute of Combined Injury, State Key...
Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences - October 24, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Digestive Diseases and Sciences Source Type: journals
Sirolimus Attenuates Reduced-Size Liver Ischemia–Reperfusion Injury But Impairs Liver Regeneration in RatsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions Despite an impairment of postischemic liver proliferation, sirolimus demonstrated beneficial amelioration of ischemia–reperfusion-induced
liver injury in a reduced-size liver model in rats.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s10620-009-1002-2Authors
Yuan-Xing Liu, Ministry of Public Health Key Laboratory of Combined Multi-Organ Transplantation 310003 Hangzhou Zhejiang Province People’s Republic of ChinaLi-Ming Jin, Ministry of Public Health Key Laboratory of Combined Multi-Organ Transplantation 310003 Hangzhou Zhejiang Province People’s Republic of ChinaL...
Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences - October 24, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Digestive Diseases and Sciences Source Type: journals
Colonoscopy, tumors and inflammatory bowel diseaseEmail this article to a colleague.
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EndoscopyDOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1215219© Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkGet connected:Table of contents | Full text
Source: Endoscopy - October 24, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Endoscopy essentials Source Type: journals
Laser microdissection as a new tool to investigate site-specific gene expression in enteric ganglia of the human intestineEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions & Inferences Laser microdissection combined with real-time RT-PCR is a novel technique to reliably detect and quantify site-specific expression of low-abundance mRNAs (e.g. growth factors, neurotransmitter receptors) related to the human enteric nervous system. This technical approach expands the spectrum of available tools to characterize enteric neuropathologies underlying human gastrointestinal motility disorders at the molecular biological level.
Source: Neurogastroenterology and Motility - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: m. böttner, f. bär, h. von koschitzky, k. tafazzoli, u. j. roblick, h.-p. bruch, t. wedel Source Type: journals
Tissue factor -1208D>I polymorphism is associated with D-dimer levels in patients with inflammatory bowel diseaseEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Daniel P. Potaczek, Danuta Owczarek, Dorota Cibor, Chiharu Nishiyama, Ko Okumura, Tomasz Mach, Anetta Undas Source Type: journals
Iatrogenic colonic perforation by colonoscopy: a fatal complication for patients with a high anesthetic riskEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion Colonoscopy-related perforation can progress to peritonitis and sepsis, resulting in serious morbidity or death. High-anesthetic
risk patients with colonic perforation have a longer hospital stay and a poor prognosis. Hence, patients need to be informed
of the complications of colonoscopy, and clinicians must be cautioned about the potential problems for patients with a high-anesthetic
risk when performing the procedure.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00384-009-0822-zAuthors
Chen-Ming Mai, National Defense Medical Center Division of Colon and Rectal Surge...
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: International Journal of Colorectal Disease Source Type: journals
Department of Health to develop National Liver StrategyEmail this article to a colleague.
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The Department of Health today is taking forward its commitment to tackling liver disease by recruiting a new National Clinical Director to lead the development of a National Strategy for Liver Disease.
Source: NHS Evidence - Gastroenterology and liver diseases - News - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
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Published September 2007Aims: This is one of a series of statements discussing the utilisation of gastrointestinal endoscopy in common clinical situations. The guideline represents an updated review of the role of endoscopic ultrasonography.
Source: Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Specialist Library - Diagnostic procedures - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
Consensus guidelines for the prescription and administration of oral bowel cleansing agentsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Published September 2009Aims: Oral bowel cleansing preparations are used before colonic surgery, endoscopic and radiological assessment of large and small intestine to minimise faecal contamination. In general these preparations are safe and well tolerated. This guidance addresses the risk of complications arising dependent on the choice of bowel preparation, and also the risk factors present in the individual patient. The recommendations made should not be regarded as a substitute for sound clinical judgement.
Source: Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Specialist Library - Small intestine - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
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Published September 2007Aims: This is one of a series of statements discussing the utilisation of gastrointestinal endoscopy in common clinical situations. The guideline represents an updated review of the role of endoscopic ultrasonography.
Source: Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Specialist Library - Oesophagus - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
Variable biopsy findings common in childhood celiac diseaseEmail this article to a colleague.
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Duodenal involvement in children with celiac disease is often patchy and may show variable severity even within a single biopsy fragment, say researchers who say multiple endoscopic biopsies are necessary to diagnose the condition.
Source: MedWire News - Gastroenterology - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: news
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Published September 2007Aims: This is one of a series of statements discussing the utilisation of gastrointestinal endoscopy in common clinical situations. The guideline represents an updated review of the role of endoscopic ultrasonography.
Source: Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Specialist Library - Pancreas - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
Rotavirus Vaccine Cutting Infection Rates Among KidsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Title: Rotavirus Vaccine Cutting Infection Rates Among KidsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/22/2009 12:10:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 10/23/2009
Source: MedicineNet Crohn's Disease General - October 23, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: consumer
Cholecystectomy and sphincterotomy in patients with mild acute biliary pancreatitis in Sweden 1988 - 2003: a nationwide register studyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion:
Cholecystectomy during index stay slightly prolongs this stay, but drastically reduces readmissions for biliary indications.
Source: BMC Gastroenterology - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Birger SandzenMarkku HaapamakiHans StenlundErik NilssonMikael Oman Source Type: journals
Vitamin D and the risk of acute allograft rejection following human liver transplantationEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study aimed to assess the relationship between acute liver allograft cellular rejection (ACR) and pretransplant serum vitamin D concentration or post-transplant vitamin D supplementation. We studied 133 LT recipients who underwent two per protocol allograft biopsies in the early post-operative period, plus on-demand biopsies as clinically indicated. ACR estimate was given according to the Banff scheme in biopsies obtained along two follow-up periods: (a) from the transplant operation to the end of the second month (0[ndash]2 months); (b) and from the third month to the end of the eighth month (3[ndash]8 months) post-L...
Source: Liver International - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Davide Bitetto, Carlo Fabris, Edmondo Falleti, Ezio Fornasiere, Elisa Fumolo, Elisabetta Fontanini, Annarosa Cussigh, Giuseppa Occhino, Umberto Baccarani, Mario Pirisi, Pierluigi Toniutto Source Type: journals
Novel model of TH2-polarized chronic ileitis: The SAMP1 mouseEmail this article to a colleague.
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SAMP1/Yit mice develop spontaneous, segmental, transmural ileitis recapitulating many features of Crohn's disease (CD). The ileitic phenotype may have arisen during crosses of SAMP1 mice selected for the presence of skin lesions. We hereby describe that the original SAMP1 strain similarly develops ileitis. Our aim was to characterize the histopathological and immunological features of this model and assess its responsiveness to standard inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) therapy.The time course of histopathological features of ileitis was assessed. Immune compartments were characterized by flow cytometry. Ileal cytokine prof...
Source: Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Eoin N. McNamee, Joshua D. Wermers, Joanne C. Masterson, Colm B. Collins, Matthew D.P. Lebsack, Sophie Fillon, Zachary D. Robinson, Joanna Grenawalt, James J. Lee, Paul Jedlicka, Glenn T. Furuta, Jesçs Rivera-Nieves Source Type: journals
Cdcs1 a major colitis susceptibility locus in mice; Subcongenic analysis reveals genetic complexityEmail this article to a colleague.
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The cytokine-deficiency-induced colitis susceptibility (Cdcs)1 locus is a major modifier of murine inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and was originally identified in experimental crosses of interleukin-10-deficient (Il10-/-) mice. Congenic mice, in which this locus was reciprocally transferred between IBD-susceptible C3H/HeJBir-Il10-/- and resistant C57BL/6J-Il10-/- mice, revealed that this locus likely acts by inducing innate hypo- and adaptive hyperresponsiveness, associated with impaired NF-[kappa]B responses of macrophages. The aim of the present study was to dissect the complexity of Cdcs1 by further development and ch...
Source: Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Andre Bleich, Gwen Büchler, Jason Beckwith, Lydia M. Petell, Jason P. Affourtit, Benjamin L. King, Daniel J. Shaffer, Derry C. Roopenian, Hans J. Hedrich, John P. Sundberg, Edward H. Leiter Source Type: journals
MDP-NOD2 stimulation induces HNP-1 secretion, which contributes to NOD2 antibacterial functionEmail this article to a colleague.
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Human neutrophil peptide 1 (HNP-1) is a defensin with antibacterial activity secreted by various cells as a component of the innate immune host defense. NOD2 is a cytoplasmic protein that recognizes bacterial derived muramyl dipeptide, and is involved in bacterial clearance. The aim of the present study was to investigate the relationship between antibacterial activity of NOD2 and HNP-1 expression in epithelial cell lines.Gentamicin protection assay using Salmonella typhimurium was performed in Caco-2 cells. The mRNA level was determined by quantitative reverse-transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and defensin ...
Source: Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Jesus K. Yamamoto-Furusho, Nicolas Barnich, Tadakazu Hisamatsu, Daniel K. Podolsky Source Type: journals
Surgery for low-grade colorectal dysplasia in ulcerative colitis: Decisions, decisionsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Derrick Siao, Fernando S. Velayos Source Type: journals
A33 antigen-deficient mice have defective colonic mucosal repairEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study suggests a contribution for A33 antigen in the colonic healing response following mucosal damage. (Inflamm Bowel Dis 2009)
Source: Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Prue M. Pereira-Fantini, Louise M. Judd, Anastasia Kalantzis, Anthony Peterson, Matthias Ernst, Joan K. Heath, Andrew S. Giraud Source Type: journals
RIFLE Classification as Predictive Factor of Mortality in Patients With Cirrhosis Admitted to Intensive Care UnitEmail this article to a colleague.
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Investigators assessed the association of the Risk, Injury, Failure, Loss and End-stage renal failure (RIFLE) score on mortality in patients with decompensated cirrhosis admitted to ICU. Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Gastroenterology Source Type: info
Pediatric gastroesophageal reflux clinical practice guidelinesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Published April 2009Aims: The purpose of these guidelines is to provide paediatricians and paediatric subspecialists with a common resource for the evaluation and management of patients with gastroesophageal reflux (GER) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). These guidelines are not intended as a substitute for clinical judgment or as a protocol for the management of all of the paediatric patients with GER and GERD.
Source: Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Specialist Library - Oesophagus - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
Endoscopy by nonphysiciansEmail this article to a colleague.
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Published April 2009Aims: Nonphysician endoscopists are defined as any nonphysician medical personnel who perform endoscopy, including but not limited to, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and medical assistants. This guidance aims to address the issues surrounding endoscopic practice by nonphysicians.
Source: Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Specialist Library - Diagnostic procedures - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
Consensus guidelines for the prescription and administration of oral bowel cleansing agentsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Published September 2009Aims: Oral bowel cleansing preparations are used before colonic surgery, endoscopic and radiological assessment of large and small intestine to minimise faecal contamination. In general these preparations are safe and well tolerated. This guidance addresses the risk of complications arising dependent on the choice of bowel preparation, and also the risk factors present in the individual patient. The recommendations made should not be regarded as a substitute for sound clinical judgement.
Source: Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Specialist Library - Colon and rectum - October 22, 2009 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: organizations
