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Philibert-Rosas S, Rabago Escoto R, Hernandez Lara AH, Tenorio Flores C, Ornelas Escobedo E. Gastrointestinal Kaposi: A Rare Case Unveiling the Presentation and Management Challenges of an Uncommon Neoplasm in the Digestive Tract. Cureus 2024; 16:e56892. [PMID: 38659566 PMCID: PMC11042665 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.56892] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Gastrointestinal Kaposi's sarcoma (GI-KS), which is frequently observed in individuals with HIV/AIDS, tends to manifest with vague symptoms or may not show any symptoms at all. These symptoms can include abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, and low levels of iron in the blood, and they may worsen as the tumor enlarges, leading to more severe issues such as blockage or perforation of the bowel. Diagnosis usually requires an endoscopy to confirm the presence of GI-SK in individuals showing symptoms. In this case report, we describe a 29-year-old Hispanic male with vague symptomatology, anemia, and a probable unknown bleeding site.
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Mirza MU, Jiang C, Forde JJ, Barkin JA, Sussman DA, Manten EM. See Something, Say Something: Global Positioning System Tracker Foreign Body Ingestion as a Unique Presentation of Human Trafficking. ACG Case Rep J 2024; 11:e01301. [PMID: 38501036 PMCID: PMC10948129 DOI: 10.14309/crj.0000000000001301] [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: 08/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 03/20/2024] Open
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In 2021, there were about 17,000 victims of human trafficking in the United States. We present a case of a 28-year-old sex trafficking victim who was forced to swallow 2 global positioning system trackers by her perpetrator. The gastroenterology team performed an upper endoscopy and retrieved 2 global positioning system devices from her antrum. Most of these victims do not disclose any history of abuse because of fear of their perpetrators. Further training and research can help to allow for recognition of these victims and potentially help them.
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Sharma N, Baqir SM, Basnet A, Tiwari K, Sharma A, Chokshi T, Pittman M, Weindorf B, Lapin S. Gastrointestinal Amyloidosis as a Cause of Anemia: Rare and Rarely Considered. ACG Case Rep J 2024; 11:e01275. [PMID: 38374926 PMCID: PMC10876245 DOI: 10.14309/crj.0000000000001275] [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: 09/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/21/2024] Open
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Gastrointestinal involvement in amyloidosis is reported in 3% of cases, mostly associated with multiple myeloma. An elderly man with chronic kidney disease presented to the hospital after a large melenic bowel movement. The patient was tachycardic and anemic to 3.8 g/dL on admission and was transfused blood. Endoscopy and colonoscopy were unremarkable. Subsequently, the patient had 2 more admissions for severe anemia requiring blood transfusion. Repeat esophagoduodenoscopy with capsule endoscopy were unremarkable. The patient was diagnosed with monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance by hemoglobin electrophoresis, and endoscopy biopsy revealed intestinal amyloidosis in a duodenal specimen. The patient's recurrent anemia was attributed to bleeding from gastrointestinal amyloidosis, in the absence of other identifiable sources of anemia, and was managed with intravenous iron infusions.
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- Neha Sharma
- Department of Gastroenterology, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Department of Cardiology, Tower Health, Reading Hospital, West Reading, PA
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- Department of Medicine, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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Razera RJ, de Souza-Filho RM, Patzina RA, Ardengh JC, Calanca R. Lymph Node Penetration From Gastric Burkitt Lymphoma in a Patient Living With HIV/AIDS. Cureus 2024; 16:e53905. [PMID: 38465155 PMCID: PMC10924991 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.53905] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL) in people living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) still constitutes a reality of high morbidity and mortality, sometimes not respecting the patient's degree of immunosuppression as it can even occur in those with a high CD4+ T lymphocyte count. Burkitt's lymphoma, in this sense, has been shown to be one of the main subtypes of this condition in this group of patients. This case report concerns a 32-year-old man diagnosed with metastatic gastric Burkitt's lymphoma after one month of his admission to a tertiary hospital for neurological complaints. The aim of this study is to raise an alert to suspect this diagnosis even in patients with adequate immunity, a well-done history, and a physical examination, which are the main pillars for reaching a diagnosis.
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- Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Hospital das Clínicas de Ribeirão Preto, Ribeirão Preto, BRA
- Diagnóstico por Imagem, Universidade Federal de Sao Paulo, São Paulo, BRA
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- Digestive Endoscopy, Instituto de Infectologia Emílio Ribas, São Paulo, BRA
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Chaudhry A, Gabriel B, Noor J, Jawad S, Challa SR. Tendency of Semaglutide to Induce Gastroparesis: A Case Report. Cureus 2024; 16:e52564. [PMID: 38371020 PMCID: PMC10874596 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.52564] [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] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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Semaglutide, an agonist of the glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor, is frequently used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus type 2, although, lately, weight loss has additionally become a reason for its use. However, if a patient is already experiencing bloating, nausea, abdominal pain, and discomfort in the abdomen, it is not recommended to use it due to concern about aggravating these symptoms. Although it is often well tolerated, there are occasions when it can have several gastrointestinal side effects. Therefore, we report a case of a patient who started taking semaglutide and later developed gastroparoresis.
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- Internal Medicine, St. Dominic Hospital, Jackson, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Nishtar Medical University, Multan, USA
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Shah ED, Yadlapati R, Chan WW. Optimizing the Management Algorithm for Esophageal Dysphagia After Index Endoscopy: Cost-Effectiveness and Cost-Minimization Analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2024; 119:97-106. [PMID: 37883488 PMCID: PMC10841887 DOI: 10.14309/ajg.0000000000002521] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Guidelines advise esophageal motility testing for dysphagia when structural disorders are ruled out, but cost concerns impede adoption. We evaluated cost-effective positioning of esophageal motility testing in the algorithm to evaluate esophageal dysphagia. METHODS We developed a decision analytic model comparing 3 strategies: (i) esophageal manometry, (ii) screening impedance planimetry followed by esophageal manometry if needed, or (iii) nonalgorithmic usual care. Diagnostic test accuracy was adapted to expected rates of esophageal motility disorders in general gastroenterology populations. We modeled routine testing for all patients with nonstructural/mechanical dysphagia compared with selective testing with strong suspicion for achalasia. Cost outcomes were defined on national commercial and Medicare datasets stratified on age and sex. Health outcomes were modeled on populations with achalasia. The time horizon was 1 year. RESULTS Motility testing was preferred over nonalgorithmic usual care due to cost savings rather than health gains. To commercial insurers, routine esophageal manometry for nonstructural/mechanical dysphagia would be cost-saving below a reimbursed cost of $2,415. Screening impedance planimetry would be cost saving below a reimbursed cost of $1,130. The limit for reimbursed costs would be lower for patients older than 65 years to achieve cost savings mainly due to insurance. Sex did not significantly influence cost-effectiveness. Patients and insurers preferred routine screening impedance planimetry before manometry when the index of suspicion for achalasia was below 6%. DISCUSSION Aligning with practice guidelines, routine esophageal motility testing seems cost saving to patients and insurers compared with nonalgorithmic usual care to evaluate nonstructural/mechanical dysphagia. Choice of testing should be guided by index of suspicion.
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Zullo A, Chiovelli F, Esposito E, Hassan C, Casini B. Can Gastric Juice Analysis with EndoFaster ® Reduce the Environmental Impact of Upper Endoscopy? Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:3186. [PMID: 38132076 PMCID: PMC10742638 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11243186] [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: 11/09/2023] [Revised: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy services are in third place as major contributors to CO2 emissions among healthcare facilities, especially due to their massive waste production. One of the measures suggested to reduce this environmental impact is a reduction in histological examinations performed on biopsy specimens taken during endoscopy. A reliable candidate to reduce the rate of biopsies and, consequently, the impact of CO2 emissions could be EndoFaster®, an innovative medical device that allows one to suspect or rule out both H. pylori infection and precancerous lesions on the gastric mucosa by analyzing a small amount of gastric juice aspirated during endoscopy in real time. In the present study, we investigated the ability of EndoFaster® to reduce the environmental impact of upper endoscopy, comparing the CO2 production of standard biopsy sampling as suggested in guidelines and biopsies guided by real-time EndoFaster® results during endoscopy. By estimating an overall 90% rate of biopsies according to standard guidelines and a reduction of 50% of gastric biopsies based on EndoFaster® results, we calculated a 44% overall reduction in CO2 emissions, demonstrating that by using this tool, it is possible to distinctly reduce the contribution of upper endoscopy to global warming.
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- Angelo Zullo
- Gastroenterology Unit, “Nuovo Regina Margherita” Hospital, 00153 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, 56126 Pisa, Italy; (F.C.); (E.E.)
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- Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, 56126 Pisa, Italy; (F.C.); (E.E.)
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Department of Biomedical Sciences, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, 20089 Milan, Italy;
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- Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, 56126 Pisa, Italy; (F.C.); (E.E.)
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Ahmed YH, Mohammed RA, Alghamdi IK, Alqahtani MF, Alhelali SN, Sultan I, Badawy MI, Barakat MM, Abozeid HE, Mohammed HL. Histopathological Findings in Adult Patients With Dyspepsia and Their Association With Helicobacter pylori Infection. Cureus 2023; 15:e50981. [PMID: 38259413 PMCID: PMC10801451 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.50981] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Helicobacter pylori infection is prevalent among Saudi adults and has been linked to gastric cancer and other tumor-like conditions. We aimed to explore the pathological characteristics of endoscopic gastric biopsies among symptomatic adult Saudi patients and their relation to H. pylori infection. RESULTS Among 151 gastric biopsies, gastritis was detected in 97 (64.2%) cases, chronic active gastritis in 26 patients (17.2%), duodenitis in 20 (13.2%) patients, and total metaplasia in 14 (9.3%) patients. H. pylori was detected in 83 cases (55%), with a recurrence or reinfection rate of 9.8%. The patients with H. pylori infection were considerably young (median age: 34 (IQR: 15) vs. 35.5 (IQR: 11), p = 0.024) and had a low frequency of epigastric pain (78.3% vs. 91.2%, p = 0.031), reflux/regurgitation (7.2% vs. 20.6%, p = 0.016), and dysphagia (4.85% vs. 14.7%, p = 0.037). However, they exhibited a higher incidence of chronic active gastritis (96.2% vs. 3.8%, p < 0.001) and intestinal metaplasia (85.7% vs. 14.3%, p = 0.015). Young age (OR = 1.09, 95% CI = 1.02-1.16, p = 0.011) and H. pylori infection (OR = 30.85, 95% CI = 3.26-291.60, p = 0.003) were identified as a positive predictor of intestinal metaplasia while heartburn (OR = 0.08, 95% CI = 0.01-0.58, p = 0.012) was a negative predictor. CONCLUSION H. pylori infection is prevalent among Saudi adults experiencing upper gastrointestinal symptoms and is associated with intestinal metaplasia. Infection rate and intestinal metaplasia were higher in patients with milder symptoms. Therefore, screening for H. pylori is highly recommended for Saudi individuals with upper gastrointestinal symptoms. Old age and H. pylori infection were identified as positive predictors of intestinal metaplasia, emphasizing the importance of early detection and management of H. pylori infection in the Saudi population.
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- Yossef H Ahmed
- Department of Clinical Research, Syreon Middle East, Dubai, ARE
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies, Jeddah, SAU
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, EGY
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- Department of Medicine, Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies, Jeddah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine, Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies, Jeddah, SAU
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- Department of Medicine, Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies, Jeddah, SAU
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies, Jeddah, SAU
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tanta University, Tanta, EGY
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, EGY
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- Department of Pathology, Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies, Jeddah, SAU
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Di Mitri M, Parente G, Bisanti C, Thomas E, Cravano SM, Cordola C, Vastano M, Collautti E, Di Carmine A, Maffi M, D’Antonio S, Libri M, Gargano T, Lima M. Ask Doctor Smartphone! An App to Help Physicians Manage Foreign Body Ingestions in Children. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:3285. [PMID: 37892106 PMCID: PMC10606892 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13203285] [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: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Foreign body ingestion (FBI) represents the most common cause of emergent gastrointestinal endoscopy in children. FBI's management can be quite challenging for physicians because of the variability of the clinical presentation, and the decision tree becomes even more intricate because of patient-specific variables that must be considered in the pediatric age range (e.g., age of patients and neuropsychiatric disorders) in addition to the mere characteristics of the foreign body. We present an application for smartphones designed for pediatricians and pediatric surgeons based on the latest guidelines from the official pediatric societies. The app aims to help physicians manage FBI quickly and properly in children. MATERIALS AND METHODS The latest pediatric FBI management guidelines were reviewed and summarized. The flow chart we obtained guided the development of a smartphone application. A questionnaire was administered to all pediatric surgeon trainees at our institute to test the feasibility and helpfulness of the application. RESULTS An app for smartphones was obtained and shared for free on the Google Play Store and Apple Store. The app guides the physician step by step in the diagnostic process, analyzing all patient- and foreign body-specific characteristics. The app consultation ends with a suggestion of the most proper decision to make in terms of further radiological investigations and the indication and timing of endoscopy. A questionnaire administered to trainees proved the app to be useful and easy to use. CONCLUSION We developed an app able to help pediatricians and pediatric surgeons manage FBI in children, providing standardized and updated recommendations in a smart and easily available way.
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- Marco Di Mitri
- Pediatric Surgery Department, IRCCS Sant’Orsola-Malpighi Polyclinic, Alma Mater Studiorum—University of Bologna, 40138 Bologna, Italy; (G.P.); (C.B.); (E.T.); (S.M.C.); (C.C.); (M.V.); (E.C.); (A.D.C.); (M.M.); (S.D.); (M.L.); (T.G.); (M.L.)
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Viramontes O, Martinez D, Somsouk M. Intestinal Metaplasia Associated with Symptoms of Dyspepsia. Res Sq 2023:rs.3.rs-3335631. [PMID: 37886477 PMCID: PMC10602075 DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3335631/v1] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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Background Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and Helicobacter pylori (HP) are associated with dyspepsia, but the role of gastric intestinal metaplasia (IM) has not been described. The objective of this study is to examine the association between gastric IM and dyspepsia. Methods We developed a cohort of consecutive patients referred to gastroenterology between Jan 2019 and July 2020 for dyspepsia and iron deficiency anemia (IDA) and completed an upper endoscopy with biopsies in a safety-net health system. The primary outcome was the prevalence of gastric IM in patients with dyspepsia compared to IDA. Secondary outcomes included prevalence of HP, chronic gastritis (CG) and chronic active gastritis (CAG) in the dyspepsia and IDA groups. A multivariable analysis was performed to assess the independent association between gastric IM and dyspepsia. Results Compared to the IDA cohort (n = 366), patients with dyspepsia (n = 349) were more likely to be female (65% vs. 47%, p < 0.01), harbor gastric IM (20.3% vs. 14.2%, p = 0.03), and less likely to have CAG (12.0% vs. 26.5%, p < 0.01) or HP (10.9% vs. 21.3%, p < 0.01). After adjusting for pathological findings, race, ethnicity, gender and age, the association strengthened between IM and dyspepsia (adj OR 1.81 from OR 1.54, 95% CI 1.19-2.76, p < 0.01). Conclusions We observed a significant relationship between the presence of gastric IM and dyspepsia symptoms, which increased after adjusting for confounding factors. Future studies should verify the relationship between IM and dyspepsia, the effect of IM regression, and possible mediators of gastric IM on symptoms.
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Syed AS, Vaughan AR, McCarthy JG, Laczek JT. Bleeding Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) Results in a Sticky Situation: The Good and Bad of Hemostatic Spray. Cureus 2023; 15:e46691. [PMID: 37942371 PMCID: PMC10629834 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46691] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023] Open
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A 50-year-old female presented with symptomatic anemia and hematemesis due to a 3.3 cm gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST), which was located in the fundus. Adequate endoscopic views were only achieved in the retroflexed position and attempts at hemostasis via endoscopic clips were unsuccessful. Subsequently, TC-325 hemostatic powder was sprayed on the bleeding lesion and given retroflexed positioning, the powder also coated the esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) scope where it abutted the gastroesophageal junction (GEJ). Hemostasis was successful, but the scope was unable to be withdrawn due to adherence to the surrounding mucosa. With torque maneuvering and a moderate amount of withdrawal force, the scope was successfully freed. The patient was started on imatinib mesylate and did not experience further bleeding episodes. This case highlights the challenge of achieving hemostasis in a bleeding GIST, the beneficial role of hemostatic powder spray, and the need for caution when utilizing it in a retroflexed manner.
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- Azfar S Syed
- Gastroenterology, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, USA
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- Gastroenterology, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, USA
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- Gastroenterology, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, USA
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Atak T, Orhun Erdoğan K, Atak I. An Evaluation of Gastroscopy Findings During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Public Hospital-Based Study From Turkey. Cureus 2023; 15:e46451. [PMID: 37927631 PMCID: PMC10623190 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46451] [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] [Accepted: 10/03/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023] Open
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Background and objective Emotional factors can affect stomach secretions, acid expression, and stomach motor functions. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic was an emotionally difficult time for many individuals as the whole world faced a life-threatening disease for which definitive treatment is still not fully established. In light of this, the aim of this study was to compare the results of gastroscopies performed among individuals before and after the pandemic. Methods The study included patients who underwent gastroscopy at Bursa Çekirge State Hospital in the following four different time frames: March-June 2019 (Group 1), March-June 2020 (Group 2), March-June 2021 (Group 3), and March-June 2022 (Group 4). All gastroscopy procedures were performed under anesthesia in the endoscopy unit. During the COVID-19 pandemic, all patients underwent a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test, and gastroscopy was performed on those with negative results. Biopsies were taken from the antrum in all cases. Patient data were collected retrospectively and the groups were examined and compared in terms of age, gender, COVID-19 history, histopathology examination results, and diagnoses. Results A total of 803 patients were evaluated: 201 in Group 1, 200 in Group 2, 201 in Group 3, and 201 in Group 4. Group 1 comprised 66 (32.8%) males and 135 (67.2%) females, Group 2 consisted of 76 (38%) males and 124 (62%) females, Group 3 had 76 (37.8%) males and 125 (62.2%) females, and Group 4 comprised 86 (42.8%) males and 115 (57.2%) females. The mean age was 52.77 ±14.92 years in Group 1, 52.5 ±14.49 years in Group 2, 50.08 ±15.71 years in Group 3, and 52.83 ±13.20 years in Group 4. Helicobacter pylori (HP) positivity was found in 84 (41.8%) patients in Group 1, 146 (73%) in Group 2, 107 (53.2%) in Group 3, and 70 (34.8%) in Group 4. The HP infection was mild in 47 (23.4%) patients in Group 1, 26 (13%) in Group 2, 49 (24.4%) in Group 3, and 72 (35.8%) in Group 4. Moderate severity of HP infection was found in 16 (8%) patients in Group 1, 18 (9%) in Group 2, 25 (12.4%) in Group 3, and 25 (12.4%) in Group 4. Very severe HP infection was noted in 21 (10.4%) patients in Group 1, nine (4.5%) in Group 2, 20 (10%) in Group 3, and 34 (16.9%) in Group 4. With regard to mild HP infection, the highest rate was seen in Group 4 (35.8%). As for patients with very severe HP infection, a statistically significant difference was found between Group 2 and Group 4. In 2020 (Group 2), the rate was 4.5%, increasing to 16.9% in 2022 (Group 4). Regarding the comparison among groups based on histopathological examination findings, the frequency of chronic antral gastritis was determined to be highest in Group 4, at a statistically significant level (p<0.001). Conclusion The COVID-19 pandemic has caused physical and emotional hardships for several people worldwide. The possibility of transmission of the disease, unknown facts about the disease, and anxiety due to the condition being potentially fatal have had a drastic impact on the emotional states of many people. It is a condition that affects the lives of many people in the short term, and we believe that its effects reflected in the chronic period can be better evaluated through further studies conducted over the long term.
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- Tuba Atak
- General Surgery, Bursa Çekirge State Hospital, Bursa, TUR
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- General Surgery, Ali Osman Sonmez Oncology Hospital, Bursa, TUR
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Stepan M, Fojtík P, Psar R, Hanousek M, Sabol M, Zapletalova J, Falt P. Administration of maximum dose of mucolytic solution before upper endoscopy - a double-blind, randomized trial. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2023; 35:635-640. [PMID: 37115977 PMCID: PMC10144268 DOI: 10.1097/meg.0000000000002559] [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] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2022] [Accepted: 03/11/2023] [Indexed: 04/30/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the study was to demonstrate that an administration of mucolytic solution with a maximum dose of simethicone and n -acetylcysteine before upper endoscopy improves mucosal visibility compared to a group without administration of mucolytic solution or water. METHODS This study was a double-blind, randomized controlled trial. Patients were randomized into four groups, with the administration of 100 ml of water + 600 mg n -acetylcysteine + 400 mg simethicone, 100 ml of water + 400 mg n -acetylcysteine + 20 mg simethicone, 100 ml of water, and without any water or mucolytic solution. During the examination, a total of 10 images were taken in the defined areas. The overall visibility score was given by the sum of the 0-5 scores of the five areas and was assessed by the endoscopist performing the procedure and the blinded endoscopists using static images. RESULTS A total of 129 patients were randomized. The group of patients did not differ in age, sex distribution, and indications significantly. The overall visibility score as assessed by the endoscopist performing the procedure was significantly higher in the group with the maximum dose of mucolytic solution compared to the group without solution or water (18.9 ± 2.9 vs. 16.6 ± 3.3, P = 0.023). This difference was not evident by the blinded evaluation of static photographs. CONCLUSION Administration of mucolytic solution with a maximum dose of n -acetylcysteine and simethicone before upper endoscopy improved mucosal visibility in the upper gastrointestinal tract compared with the group without any preparation while evaluated by performing endoscopist.
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- Michal Stepan
- Digestive Diseases Center, Vítkovice Hospital
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Ostrava, Ostrava
- Faculty of Medicine, Palacky University, Olomouc
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- Digestive Diseases Center, Vítkovice Hospital
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Ostrava, Ostrava
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- Department of Radiology, Vítkovice Hospital, Ostrava
- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University Hospital Olomouc
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- Digestive Diseases Center, Vítkovice Hospital
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- 2nd Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital and Faculty of Medicine, Palacky University, Olomouc, Czech Republic
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Varda B, Alani M, Ahmed S. A Rare Case of Spontaneous Fungal Peritonitis Caused by Candida lusitaniae in a Patient With Necrotizing Pancreatitis. Cureus 2023; 15:e40237. [PMID: 37435273 PMCID: PMC10332884 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.40237] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/10/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023] Open
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Candida lusitaniae is a rare cause of peritonitis most commonly associated with peritoneal dialysis patients. Pancreatitis is one possible cause of ascites with a low serum ascites albumin gradient. Herein, we present a case of spontaneous fungal peritonitis caused by Candida lusitaniae in a patient with necrotizing pancreatitis. The patient was treated with antifungal medication, while her pancreatitis was managed endoscopically with necrosectomy. She improved clinically and was discharged in stable condition.
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- Bianca Varda
- Internal Medicine, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, USA
- Internal Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center, Chicago, USA
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- Gastroenterology, Creighton University School of Medicine, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, USA
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Lee C, Sievers TJ, Vaughn BP. Diagnosis of Eosinophilic Esophagitis at the Time of Esophageal Food Impaction. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12113768. [PMID: 37297963 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12113768] [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: 02/10/2023] [Revised: 05/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Esophageal food impactions (EFI) often precede a diagnosis of eosinophilic esophagitis (EOE). Current guidelines suggest obtaining esophageal biopsies upon suspicion of EOE, treating with proton pump inhibitor (PPI), and repeating esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). This study was conducted to determine provider practice patterns with these mentioned recommendations at the time of EFI. METHODS In this retrospective study, key outcomes were the proportion of patients who had EOE mucosal biopsies, EOE diagnosis, PPI initiation, and recommendations and completions of repeat EGD. Differences in outcomes among age, sex, race, off-hours time of procedure, and trainee involvement were examined. EOE diagnosis predictors were explored with logistic regression. RESULTS Twenty-nine percent of the patients had esophageal biopsies taken at the time of index EGD (iEGD). Sixteen patients were diagnosed with EOE at the time of index EFI, while fourteen patients were diagnosed on subsequent EGDs. Among those diagnosed with EOE at iEGD, 94% were placed on PPI. Of patients with confirmed EOE on index biopsy, 63% of patients were recommended repeat EGD, of which 50% completed it within 90 days. Older age was protective of EOE diagnosis while no GERD history and endoscopist suspicion of EOE predicted diagnosis of EOE. CONCLUSIONS Endoscopists uncommonly take biopsies at the time of EFI, which may delay diagnosis and treatment of EOE.
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- Christina Lee
- Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware St. SE, MMC 36, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware St. SE, MMC 36, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware St. SE, MMC 36, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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Kabir KF, Hanna JP, Haghbin H. No Stone Left Unturned: Bouveret Syndrome Treated With Electrohydraulic Lithotripsy and Open Extraction With Pyloric Exclusion and Gastrojejunostomy. Cureus 2023; 15:e39661. [PMID: 37398755 PMCID: PMC10309015 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.39661] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/29/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023] Open
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Bouveret syndrome is ectopic gallstone impaction and obstruction of the duodenum or pylorus affecting a small minority of gallstone ileus cases. There have been advances in its endoscopic management, but this remains a challenging condition to treat successfully. We present a patient with Bouveret syndrome who required open surgical extraction and gastrojejunostomy after attempts of endoscopic retrieval and electrohydraulic lithotripsy (EHL). A 79-year-old man with a medical history of gastroesophageal reflux disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on 5 liters of oxygen at baseline, and coronary artery disease with recent stenting presented to the hospital with three days of abdominal pain and vomiting. CT of the abdomen/pelvis demonstrated gastric outlet obstruction, a 4.5 cm gallstone in the proximal duodenum, cholecystoduodenal fistula, gallbladder wall thickening, and pneumobilia. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) demonstrated a black pigmented stone impacted in the duodenal bulb with ulceration of the inferior wall. Repeated Roth net retrieval attempts of the stone were unsuccessful even after biopsy forceps were used to trim the stone's margins. The next day, EGD with EHL used 20 shocks of 200 watts, allowing for partial stone removal and fragmentation, but the majority of the stone remained stuck to the wall. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy was attempted but was converted to an open extraction of the gallstone from the duodenum, pyloric exclusion, and gastrojejunostomy. The gallbladder remained in place, and the cholecystoduodenal fistula was not surgically repaired. The patient experienced significant postoperative pulmonary insufficiency and remained on the ventilator with failure of multiple spontaneous breathing trials. Postoperative imaging showed resolution of pneumobilia but a small amount of contrast leaked from the duodenum revealing the fistula's persistence. After 14 days of unsuccessful ventilator weaning, the family opted for palliative extubation. Advanced endoscopic techniques have been regarded as the first-line intervention for Bouveret syndrome as there is low morbidity and mortality associated with them. However, there is a reduced success rate compared to surgical intervention. Open surgical management has high morbidity and mortality in the elderly and comorbid patients commonly affected by this condition. Thus, the risks and benefits must be weighed and individualized for each patient with Bouveret syndrome before therapeutic intervention.
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- Kaiser F Kabir
- Internal Medicine, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, East Lansing, USA
- Internal Medicine, Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital, Warren, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital, Warren, USA
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- Gastroenterology, Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield, USA
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Stepan M, Falt P, Pipek B, Fojtik P, Hanousek M, Hill M, Urban O. Administration of mucolytic solution before upper endoscopy - double-blind, monocentric, randomized study. Biomed Pap Med Fac Univ Palacky Olomouc Czech Repub 2023; 167:69-73. [PMID: 34158672 DOI: 10.5507/bp.2021.038] [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: 03/07/2021] [Accepted: 06/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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AIMS Sufficient visibility of the mucosa during upper endoscopy is crucial for successful diagnosis, especially for early neoplastic lesions. Data documenting the effect of administration of mucolytic solution prior to gastroscopy in order to improve mucosal visibility are limited in Europe. The aim of the study was to assess the score of mucosal visibility in the upper gastrointestinal tract after administration of the mucolytic solution defined by us. PATIENTS AND METHODS This is a monocentric, double-blind, randomized study involving 134 patients indicated for diagnostic upper endoscopy. Patients were randomly assigned to one of three arms, with mucolytic solution (100 mL water + 400 mg N-acetylcysteine + 20 mg simethicone), without the solution , and with 100 mL pure water. During the examination, 11 photographs were taken in defined areas. The visibility score was given by the sum of the score 0-5 from 5 defined localities evaluated by a blinded endoscopist and subsequently by two blinded endoscopists. Other parameters monitored were examination time and a semiquantitative evaluation of residual gastric fluid. RESULTS The basic characteristics of the group (sex, age, indications for examination) were comparable between arms. The visibility score was similar in all arms - 17.4 ± 1.9 vs. 17.0 ± 2.0 vs. 17.6 ± 1.8 (P=0.32). The examination time and the amount of residual fluid in the stomach were comparable in all arms. CONCLUSIONS Administration of the mucolytic solution in our study did not increase the mucosal visibility score in the esophagus, stomach and duodenum. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT02967094.
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- Michal Stepan
- Digestive Diseases Center, Vitkovice Hospital, Ostrava, Czech Republic.,Department of Internal Medicine II - Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Olomouc and Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacky University Olomouc, Czech Republic
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- Department of Internal Medicine II - Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Olomouc and Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacky University Olomouc, Czech Republic
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- Digestive Diseases Center, Vitkovice Hospital, Ostrava, Czech Republic.,Department of Internal Medicine II - Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Olomouc and Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacky University Olomouc, Czech Republic.,Faculty of Medicine, University of Ostrava, Ostrava, Czech Republic
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- Digestive Diseases Center, Vitkovice Hospital, Ostrava, Czech Republic.,Faculty of Medicine, University of Ostrava, Ostrava, Czech Republic
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- Digestive Diseases Center, Vitkovice Hospital, Ostrava, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Endocrinology, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Internal Medicine II - Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Olomouc and Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacky University Olomouc, Czech Republic
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Muacevic A, Adler JR, Ooi G, Sritharan M. Conservative Management of Emphysematous Gastritis With Gastric Mucosal Ischaemia: A Case Report. Cureus 2023; 15:e34656. [PMID: 36755769 PMCID: PMC9902070 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.34656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/05/2023] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Emphysematous gastritis is a rare condition historically associated with high mortality. It is characterised by gastric mural pneumatosis and portal venous gas, secondary to bacterial or fungal invasion. Given the rarity of the condition, there is little evidence to guide clinical decisions regarding whether a patient requires surgical resection. We describe the case of a 72-year-old male diagnosed with emphysematous gastritis, with endoscopic evidence of gastric fundus mucosal ischaemia. As there was no evidence of ischaemia extending to the serosa on exploratory laparotomy, gastrectomy was not performed, and the patient was managed conservatively. He subsequently made a full recovery, and was discharged without any further complications. This case demonstrates that in the absence of full-thickness gastric ischaemia, patients with emphysematous gastritis may be appropriate for conservative management without surgical resection.
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Masarweh OM, Shah R, Al-Moussally F, Huang A, Atiquzzaman B. A Rare Case of Phlegmonous Gastritis in a Previously Healthy Male: A Case Report. Cureus 2023; 15:e35013. [PMID: 36938228 PMCID: PMC10022251 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.35013] [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] [Accepted: 02/15/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2023] Open
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Though rare, phlegmonous gastritis (PG) is a serious and life-threatening infection of the gastric submucosa and mucosa. Many factors have been associated with PG, including malignancy, chronic alcohol use, and immunocompromised states. Clinical presentation of PG is often non-specific, and diagnosis is often delayed. Early recognition and starting antibiotics significantly reduce overall mortality. We describe a case of a previously healthy male who presented with moderate abdominal pain and was found to have PG that was treated with an extensive course of antibiotics and total parental nutrition. Contrary to previously described cases in the literature, our patient had no predisposing factors, highlighting the importance of suspecting PG even in the absence of such factors and demonstrating the effectiveness of antibiotics in this disease.
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- Omar M Masarweh
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Central Florida, Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) Healthcare, Orlando, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Central Florida, Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) Healthcare, Orlando, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Central Florida, Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) Healthcare, Orlando, USA
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- Medicine, University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Orlando, USA
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Saleh NE, Sharaf HM, Elnemr HI, Elzeiny SM, Ali KM, Nabih N. Intestinal Giardiasis in Children Undergoing Upper Endoscopy for Unexplained Gastrointestinal Symptoms: Implication for Diagnosis. Fetal Pediatr Pathol 2023; 42:18-29. [PMID: 35302404 DOI: 10.1080/15513815.2022.2053013] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Giardia lamblia is a flagellated protozoan causing diarrheal outbreaks worldwide. Microscopic stool examination is widely used. We conducted this study to explore intestinal giardiasis in children undergoing upper endoscopy for unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms. METHODS The study included 160 children undergoing upper endoscopy for unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms (patients) and 90 children as controls. We collected stool samples for microscopic examination and ELISA coproantigen detection from all participants. We examined duodenal biopsies for patients. RESULTS In patients, stool examination revealed Giardia in 23.8% and coproantigen detection was positive in 37.5%. Endoscopic duodenal biopsies revealed Giardia trophozoites in 5% of patients, in addition to various pathological changes. CONCLUSION Giardiasis was significantly higher (P = 0.001) in children with unexplained gastrointestinal complaints than the controls. Diagnosis by coproantigen detection was superior to microscopic stool examination, with a sensitivity of 90.9%. Duodenal biopsies examination confirmed the infection in fewer cases but added other diagnostic information.
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- Nora E Saleh
- Department of Medical Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Department of Medical Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Department of Medical Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatric Medicine, Children's Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Department of Medical Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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Wong V, Ahmed A, Manoharan A, Wang W. Esophagomediastinal Fistula Closed Endoscopically in a Young Patient With Tuberculosis and Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Cureus 2023; 15:e34813. [PMID: 36915848 PMCID: PMC10008089 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.34813] [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] [Accepted: 02/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/11/2023] Open
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Tuberculosis is a primary lung disease that can spread to the lymph nodes, vertebrae, and gastrointestinal tract. The esophagus can be affected by mediastinal lymphadenitis, mostly in immunocompromised patients, leading to the formation of esophagomediastinal fistulas. They can cause dysphagia, pleuritic chest pain, and choking coughs from recurrent aspiration. The treatment is surgery but endoscopic interventions using over-the-scope endoclips, stents, medical adhesives, and sutures are successful alternatives. We present a case of an esophagomediastinal fistula in a patient with tuberculosis and human immunodeficiency virus that was successfully treated with through-the-scope endoclips.
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- Vincent Wong
- Internal Medicine-Pediatrics, Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA
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- Internal Medicine-Pediatrics, Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA
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Conti CB, Agnesi S, Scaravaglio M, Masseria P, Dinelli ME, Oldani M, Uggeri F. Early Gastric Cancer: Update on Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2023; 20:2149. [PMID: 36767516 PMCID: PMC9916026 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20032149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [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: 12/24/2022] [Revised: 01/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Gastric cancer (GC) is a relevant public health issue as its incidence and mortality rates are growing worldwide. There are recognized carcinogen agents, such as obesity, tobacco, meat, alcohol consumption and some dietary protective factors. Strategies of early diagnosis through population-based surveillance programs have been demonstrated to be effective in lowering the morbidity and mortality related to GC in some countries. Indeed, the detection of early lesions is very important in order to offer minimally invasive treatments. Endoscopic resection is the gold standard for lesions with a low risk of lymph node metastasis, whereas surgical mini-invasive approaches can be considered in early lesions when endoscopy is not curative. This review outlines the role of lifestyle and prevention strategies for GC, in order to reduce the patients' risk factors, implement the surveillance of precancerous conditions and, therefore, improve the diagnosis of early lesions. Furthermore, we summarize the available treatments for early gastric cancer.
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- Clara Benedetta Conti
- Interventional Endoscopy, Foundation IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, 20900 Monza, Italy
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- Department of Surgery and Translational Medicine, Foundation IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20900 Monza, Italy
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- Interventional Endoscopy, Foundation IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, 20900 Monza, Italy
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- Department of Surgery and Translational Medicine, Foundation IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20900 Monza, Italy
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- Interventional Endoscopy, Foundation IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, 20900 Monza, Italy
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- General Surgery Unit, Foundation IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, 20900 Monza, Italy
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- Department of Surgery and Translational Medicine, Foundation IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20900 Monza, Italy
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Takayama H, Takao T, Masumura R, Yamaguchi Y, Yonezawa R, Sakaguchi H, Morita Y, Toyonaga T, Izumiyama K, Kodama Y. Speech Recognition System Generates Highly Accurate Endoscopic Reports in Clinical Practice. Intern Med 2023; 62:153-157. [PMID: 35732450 PMCID: PMC9908383 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.9592-22] [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] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Objective Endoscopic reports are conventionally written at the end of each procedure, and the endoscopist must complete the report from memory. To make endoscopic reporting more efficient, we developed a new speech recognition (SR) system that generates highly accurate endoscopic reports based on structured data entry. We conducted a pilot study to examine the performance of this SR system in an actual endoscopy setting with various types of background noise. Methods In this prospective observational pilot study, participants who underwent upper endoscopy with our SR system were included. The primary outcome was the correct recognition rate of the system. We compared the findings generated by the SR system with the findings in the handwritten report prepared by the endoscopist. The initial correct recognition rate, number of revisions, finding registration time, and endoscopy time were also analyzed. Results Upper endoscopy was performed in 34 patients, generating 128 findings of 22 disease names. The correct recognition rate was 100%, and the median number of revisions was 0. The median finding registration time was 2.57 [interquartile range (IQR), 2.33-2.92] seconds, and the median endoscopy time was 234 (IQR, 194-227) seconds. Conclusion The SR system demonstrated high recognition accuracy in the clinical setting. The finding registration time was extremely short.
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- Hiroshi Takayama
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- NTT Computer and Data Science Laboratories, NTT Corporation, Japan
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- System Solution Headquarters, Fujifilm Medical IT Solutions Co., Ltd, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Kobe University Hospital International Clinical Cancer Research Center, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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Muacevic A, Adler JR, Healey KD, Ward I, Herman M. Symptoms of Chronic Dysphagia Secondary to Multiple Cervical Inlet Patches and Esophageal Stricture. Cureus 2023; 15:e33459. [PMID: 36751259 PMCID: PMC9899503 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.33459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Ectopic gastric mucosa can be present throughout the gastrointestinal tract; however, when located within the upper esophagus, it is termed an esophageal inlet patch. To the best of our knowledge, most esophageal inlet patches occur as a single area of gastric mucosa. Here, we present a 44-year-old female who suffered from symptoms of chronic dysphagia and globus sensation for two years due to multiple inlet patches located in the cervical area of the upper esophagus with an associated cervical esophageal stricture. The patient underwent esophageal dilation and proton pump inhibitor therapy, resulting in a resolution of her symptoms. Our case demonstrates the appropriate clinical management of patients suffering from symptoms of chronic dysphagia due to multiple esophageal inlet patches. We recommend routine examination of the cervical esophagus in developing a differential diagnosis of inlet patch, especially in patients with chronic upper dysphagia.
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Muacevic A, Adler JR, Choi C, Verma S. Post-Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) Subcapsular Hepatic Hematoma. Cureus 2022; 14:e31691. [PMID: 36561579 PMCID: PMC9767655 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.31691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Physicians need to recognize the potential complications of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), which are rare but can be serious. We describe a case of post-ERCP subcapsular hepatic hematoma (SHH). A 39-year-old man with a history of alcohol use, complicated by chronic pancreatitis and common bile duct (CBD) stricture, presented with right upper quadrant pain two weeks after the placement of a stent for CBD stricture. He was managed with pain control and antibiotics. SHH is a rare complication of ERCP. Hematomas can expand, resulting in significant anemia and liver function test (LFT) elevation, or can become infected. Patients with SHH must be carefully monitored in the post-ERCP setting.
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Mahjoub FE, Yousefi A, Mirahmad M, Asili P. Previously Unreported Pseudomembranous Duodenitis: A Case Report With Histopathology. JPGN Rep 2022; 3:e260. [PMID: 37168466 PMCID: PMC10158356 DOI: 10.1097/pg9.0000000000000260] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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The pseudomembranous inflammatory process is a process characterized by the formation of a white membrane-like exudate over colonic mucosa and is mainly caused by Clostridium difficile toxin. The stool culture is considered to be the gold standard and is technically challenging and is not performed routinely. There are some reports of duodenitis and proximal jejunitis in horses attributed to Clostridium difficile infection. Hereby, we report a case of pseudomembranous duodenitis in a seven-year-old boy with a complaint of severe abdominal pain. Upper endoscopy revealed patchy ulceration and a white membrane in the duodenum. A biopsy was taken with the impression of a fungal infection. The histological study revealed crater-like ulceration with upward exudation of mucus consistent with the pseudomembranous inflammatory process. To the best of our knowledge, pseudomembranous duodenitis is not reported in the human as yet.
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- Fatemeh Elham Mahjoub
- From the Department of Pathology, Bahrami Children Hospital, Affiliated with Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Roshan Azma Pathobiology Lab, Private Lab Specialized in Pediatric Gastrointestinal and Hepatic Pathology, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hazrat-e Rasool Hospital (Affiliated with Iran University of Medical Sciences), Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pathology, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pathology, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Muacevic A, Adler JR. A 15-cm Adrenal Incidentaloma Suggested on Upper Endoscopy and Resected Laparoscopically. Cureus 2022; 14:e29979. [PMID: 36381726 PMCID: PMC9636594 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.29979] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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Incidentalomas are asymptomatic adrenal tumors that are discovered on investigations performed for other reasons. Classically, these tumors are found on computed tomography of the abdomen. This article describes an incidentaloma that was discovered on upper gastrointestinal endoscopy performed before a bariatric operation and caused an extrinsic compression of the first and second parts of the duodenum. Further investigations showed a 15-cm non-functional adrenal tumor. The patient was treated successfully with laparoscopic adrenalectomy. The histological examination showed a benign adrenocortical adenoma with myelolipomatous changes. The article highlights the fact that incidentalomas may not only be discovered on imaging modalities but may also show up in other diagnostic methods such as endoscopy.
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Ten Kate CA, van Hal AFRL, Erler NS, Doukas M, Nikkessen S, Vlot J, IJsselstijn H, Wijnhoven BPL, Wijnen RMH, Spaander MCW. Recommendations for endoscopic surveillance after esophageal atresia repair in adults. Dis Esophagus 2022; 35:6509009. [PMID: 35034110 DOI: 10.1093/dote/doab095] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2021] [Revised: 12/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Endoscopic surveillance of adults with esophageal atresia is advocated, but the optimal surveillance strategy remains uncertain. This study aimed to provide recommendations on appropriate starting age and intervals of endoscopic surveillance in adults with esophageal atresia. METHODS Participants underwent standardized upper endoscopies with biopsies. Surveillance intervals of 3-5 years were applied, depending on age and histopathological results. Patient's age and time to development of (pre)malignant lesions were calculated. RESULTS A total of 271 patients with esophageal atresia (55% male; median age at baseline endoscopy 26.7 (range 15.6-68.5) years; colon interposition n = 17) were included. Barrett's esophagus was found in 19 (7%) patients (median age 32.3 (17.8-56.0) years at diagnosis). Youngest patient with a clinically relevant Barrett's esophagus was 20.9 years. Follow-up endoscopies were performed in 108 patients (40%; median follow-up time 4.6 years). During surveillance, four patients developed Barrett's esophagus but no dysplasia or cancer was found. One 45-year-old woman with a colon interposition developed an adenoma with high-grade dysplasia which was radically removed. Two new cases of esophageal carcinoma were diagnosed in patients (55 and 66 years old) who were not under surveillance. One of them had been curatively treated for esophageal carcinoma 13 years ago. CONCLUSIONS This study shows that endoscopic screening of patients with esophageal atresia, including those with a colon interposition, can be started at 20 years of age. Up to the age of 40 years a surveillance interval of 10 years appeared to be safe. Endoscopic surveillance may also be warranted for patients after curative esophageal cancer treatment.
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- Chantal A Ten Kate
- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Intensive Care, Erasmus MC Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Intensive Care, Erasmus MC Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Biostatistics, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands.,Department of Epidemiology, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Intensive Care, Erasmus MC Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Intensive Care, Erasmus MC Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Intensive Care, Erasmus MC Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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Malhotra N, Lendner N, Gagliardo C, Breglio K, Mor N, Wetzler G. Esophageal Squamous Papilloma in the Pediatric Population. JPGN Rep 2022; 3:e178. [PMID: 37168907 PMCID: PMC10158353 DOI: 10.1097/pg9.0000000000000178] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2022] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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Esophageal squamous papillomas (ESP) are rare benign tumors of the esophagus, which occur mostly in the adult population. Few cases have been reported in children and due to the low incidence, the pathogenesis of ESP is not entirely understood and the management is not standardized. It is thought that mucosal irritation from underlying inflammation, perhaps from GERD, trauma or human papilloma viruses can play a role in the formation of ESP. This report describes 4 cases of pediatric ESP from a single center and discusses the management of these lesions, including the use of antacids and the human papilloma viruses vaccine as treatment modalities. Given the limited data on ESP in the pediatric population, this report aims to describe the management of this condition in 1 center.
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- Neha Malhotra
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook, NY; and
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- SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, NY
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- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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Obeidat AE, So S, Go J, Murakami TT. The Missing Link: A Case of Plummer-Vinson Syndrome in a Young Pacific-Islander Woman With Helicobacter Pylori. Cureus 2021; 13:e18934. [PMID: 34812318 PMCID: PMC8604426 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.18934] [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] [Accepted: 10/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Plummer-Vinson syndrome (PVS), the triad of dysphagia, iron-deficiency anemia (IDA), and esophageal webs, is a relatively rare disease entity that is mostly observed in the Caucasian populations of Scandinavia and North America. As these regions have become more developed with improved nutrition, PVS is now more commonly seen in the developing regions of the world. We present the case of a 29-year-old Pacific-islander woman who presented with progressive dysphagia and IDA and was found to have an esophageal web and Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) gastritis on upper endoscopy. She improved with dilation of the web in the esophagus and treatment of H. pylori. Identifying the possibility of this syndrome in clinical practice and the association between H. pylori and PVS, especially given recent changes in its epidemiology, is important given the patient population in Hawaii and the Pacific.
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- Internal Medicine, California Pacific Medical Center, San Francisco, USA
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- Internal Medicine, University of Hawaii, Honolulu, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, The Queen's Medical Center West Oahu, Ewa Beach, USA
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Beck M, Bringeland EA, Qvigstad G, Fossmark R. Gastric Cancers Missed at Upper Endoscopy in Central Norway 2007 to 2016-A Population-Based Study. Cancers (Basel) 2021; 13:5628. [PMID: 34830783 DOI: 10.3390/cancers13225628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2021] [Accepted: 11/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Simple Summary Stomach cancer may be missed during upper endoscopy. We have examined how often this occurs and identified factors associated with missed cancers. Among 730 patients with gastric cancer, 67 (9.2%) were missed during endoscopy 6 to 36 months prior to the cancer diagnosis. Missed cancers were more often located in the upper part of the stomach, of Lauren’s diffuse histologic type and more frequent in patients with previous Billroth II operation. The missed cancers were diagnosed at somewhat earlier stages than the non-missed cancers. In missed cancers, an ulceration was more often found in patients with shorter time interval between the first endoscopy and the endoscopy where the cancer was diagnosed. The factors associated with missed stomach cancers should be kept in mind by doctors performing endoscopies as this may lead to an earlier diagnosis of cancer. Abstract Background: The rates of missed gastric cancers (MGC) at upper endoscopy (UE) has been reported at 5–10% in Western countries. We aimed to calculate the rate of MGC and identify factors associated with MGC. Methods: Retrospective population-based cohort study including 730 patients diagnosed with gastric adenocarcinoma in Central Norway 2007–2016. MGCs were incident gastric adenocarcinomas diagnosed 6–36 months after a previous UE. Factors associated with MGC were examined. Definitely missed (UE 6–12 months prior) and potentially missed (UE 12–36 months prior) MGCs were compared. Results: Sixty-seven (9.2%) of 730 gastric cancers were MGC. MGC were associated with localization (p = 0.009) and more frequent in the corpus, Lauren’s histological type (p = 0.028) and diffuse type more prevalent, and previous Billroth 2-operation (14.9% vs. 4.7%, p = 0.001). MGCs were diagnosed at earlier stages (p = 0.037). An ulceration was more common in patients with definitely missed than potentially MGC (40.9% vs. 17.8%, p = 0.041). Conclusions: MGC accounted for 9.2% of gastric cancers in Central Norway. MGC were associated with localization in the corpus, Lauren´s diffuse type and previous Billroth-2-operation. Intensified follow-up and adequate biopsy sampling of patients with gastric ulcerations could reduce the rate of missed gastric cancers.
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Kanagalingam G, Sostre Santiago V, Vyas V, Manocha D. Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage From Esophageal Dissecans Superficialis After the Initiation of a Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor. Cureus 2021; 13:e16471. [PMID: 34422498 PMCID: PMC8371414 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.16471] [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] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Esophagitis dissecans superficialis (EDS) is described as the peeling of squamous mucosa of the esophagus with regurgitation of esophageal casts. It is a rare endoscopic finding associated with chemical irritants, autoimmune disorders, or medications. Most patients are asymptomatic but clinical manifestations can include dysphagia, heartburn, bleeding, or vomiting. In this report, we present a case of a 70-year-old man with a previous history of small cell lung and hepatocellular carcinoma for which he had undergone chemoradiation and immunotherapy. He had presented with upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage manifested as coffee ground emesis. Endoscopic findings were consistent with EDS. No recurrence of his gastrointestinal hemorrhage was observed after acid-suppressive therapy. With our case report, we aim to increase awareness for EDS as a differential diagnosis for gastrointestinal hemorrhage.
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- Gowthami Kanagalingam
- Internal Medicine, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, USA
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- Internal Medicine, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, USA
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- Gastroenterology, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, USA
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Bomman S, Sanders D, Larsen M. Spontaneous Hyperinflation of an Intragastric Balloon Causing Gastric Outlet Obstruction. Cureus 2021; 13:e15962. [PMID: 34211818 PMCID: PMC8236270 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.15962] [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] [Accepted: 06/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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A 39-year-old female with a history of obesity (body mass index, BMI = 33.6) had an intragastric balloon (IGB) placed in February 2020 for weight loss. She presented with gastric outlet obstruction after a delay in the removal of her IGB because of the coronavirus disease (COVID) pandemic. Although uncommon, spontaneous hyperinflation of IGBs has been reported and the US FDA also has issued a warning regarding the risk of spontaneous hyperinflation. The etiology of the hyperinflation is unclear, however, gas-forming micro-organism contamination of the IGB fluid has been reported.
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- Gastroenterology, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, USA
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- Gastroenterology, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, USA
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Singh S, Bhamre R, Shetty N, Meshram H, Shah S, Shah I. Correlation of endoscopic findings with Doppler ultrasound in portal hypertension in children. Clin Exp Hepatol 2021; 7:191-5. [PMID: 34295987 DOI: 10.5114/ceh.2021.106509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2020] [Accepted: 03/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Aim of the study To determine the correlation of the endoscopic findings with portal Doppler and ultrasound (USG) in children with suspected portal hypertension (PHT). Material and methods Eighty children with extrahepatic portal vein obstruction (EHPVO) and chronic liver disease (CLD) were included in this retrospective study conducted over a period of 1 year. All patients underwent upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy and Doppler. Results The etiology was EHPVO in 30 (37.5%) patients, biliary atresia in 12 (15%), Budd-Chiari syndrome in 11 (13.7%), Wilson’s disease in 10 (12.5%), idiopathic CLD in 8 (10%), autoimmune hepatitis in 4 (5%), glycogen storage disease (GSD) in 3 (3.8%), non-alcoholic liver disease (NAFLD) in 1 (1.3%) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in 1 (1.3%) patient. Fifty-three (66.25%) patients had esophageal varices on endoscopy, of whom 3 (3.8%) had associated gastric varices. Portal hypertensive gastropathy (PHG) was present in 30 (37.5%) patients, of whom 10 (12.5%) had severe PHG. Forty-one (51.3%) patients had PHT on Doppler (κ correlation 0.43). Kappa correlation was 0.43 in patients with biliary atresia, 0.31 in Budd-Chiari syndrome, 0.23 in idiopathic CLD, 0.21 in CLD, and 0.05 in Wilson’s disease. All (100%) EHPVO patients and 39 (78%) CLD patients had PHT on USG. Endoscopic findings of PHT were seen in 24 (80%) EHPVO patients and 29 (58%) CLD patients. All patients with EHPVO had cavernous transformation of the portal vein on Doppler. For patients with CLD, the common Doppler findings were collaterals seen in 35 patients and reversal of flow in 12 patients. Conclusions Doppler ultrasound followed by endoscopy should be used to diagnose PHT in children. In children with biliary atresia, Doppler ultrasound may miss changes of PHT.
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Mirchev M, Atanasova S, Gancheva D, Hahne JC, Kotzev A, Georgiev N. Acute pancreatitis after the removal of a hyperplastic duodenal polyp: a case report. J Int Med Res 2021; 48:300060520977361. [PMID: 33353478 PMCID: PMC7768848 DOI: 10.1177/0300060520977361] [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] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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A 59-year-old patient underwent the duodenal endoscopic mucosal resection of a hyperplastic polyp. Four hours after the procedure she developed severe epigastric pain. Laboratory and imaging results were consistent with mild acute edematous pancreatitis. After several days of dietary therapy and intravenous crystalloid fluids the patient recovered, and 1 month later was asymptomatic and had no signs of pancreatic inflammation. This case illustrates a rare but clinically important complication of therapeutic upper endoscopy, which may be attributable to thermal injury of the duodenal wall and the adjacent pancreas. It also underscores the importance of the close follow up of patients who undergo invasive endoscopic procedures and the need for additional preventive measures to be taken when resecting duodenal lesions.
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- Milko Mirchev
- Clinic of Gastroenterology, University Hospital "St. Marina", Varna, Bulgaria
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- General Surgery, University Hospital "St. Marina", Varna, Bulgaria
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- Clinic of Gastroenterology, University Hospital "St. Marina", Varna, Bulgaria
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- Research Division of Molecular Pathology, Institute of Cancer Research, London, UK
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- Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology Department, University Hospital "Alexandrovska", Sofia, Bulgaria
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- Clinic of Gastroenterology, University Hospital "St. Marina", Varna, Bulgaria
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Inayat F, Ur Rahman A, Wahab A, Riaz A, Zahid E, Bejarano P, Pimentel R. Gastric Inflammatory Fibroid Polyp: A Rare Cause of Occult Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding. J Investig Med High Impact Case Rep 2021; 8:2324709620936840. [PMID: 32602395 PMCID: PMC7328486 DOI: 10.1177/2324709620936840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Inflammatory fibroid polyps (IFPs) are rare mesenchymal lesions that can arise
throughout the gastrointestinal tract. These tumors represent less than 0.1% of
all gastric polypoid lesions and are frequently found incidentally on endoscopic
evaluation. While presenting symptoms depend on the location of the tumor,
gastric polyps commonly present with epigastric pain and early satiety. We
hereby delineate the case of a middle-aged female who presented with chronic
iron deficiency anemia and a positive fecal occult blood test. She underwent an
upper endoscopy, which revealed an actively oozing umbilicated lesion in the
gastric antrum. Endoscopic ultrasound divulged the submucosal origin of the
lesion. It was subsequently excised using endoscopic mucosal resection.
Pathologic examination of the resected specimen confirmed the diagnosis of
gastric IFP. Furthermore, we conducted a systematic literature search of the
MEDLINE database centered on gastric IFPs from January 2000 till March 2020. The
data on patient demographics, clinical features, endoscopic findings, lesion
site and size, and treatment approaches were collected and analyzed. This
article illustrates the overarching need for clinicians to be vigilant of
gastric IFPs presenting with initial clinical symptoms suggestive of occult
upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Prompt diagnosis and management of gastric IFPs
carry paramount importance to combat chronic unexplained iron deficiency anemia
following occult bleeding in such patients. A concoction of endoscopy, biopsy,
and immunohistochemical examination can be employed toward their prompt
detection. Although gastric IFPs have conventionally been treated with surgery,
endoscopic resection is now emerging as a safe and efficient therapeutic
modality.
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- Baptist Medical Center South, Montgomery, AL, USA
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- Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL, USA
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- Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan
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Naga Y, Jayaraj M, Elmofti Y, Hong A, Ohning G. Intraluminal Endovascular Coil Migration: A Rare Complication Post-Embolization of the Gastroduodenal Artery for a Previously Bleeding Duodenal Ulcer. Cureus 2021; 13:e14615. [PMID: 34040915 PMCID: PMC8139854 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.14615] [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] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Transarterial angiographic embolization is a highly effective, safe treatment for non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding refractory to endoscopic intervention. However, intraluminal coil migration is a possible complication. Coil migration, while usually a self-limiting process, can lead to significant rebleeding. In our case, a patient presented with a life-threatening duodenal ulcer hemorrhage, likely precipitated by intraluminal endovascular coil migration after a recent gastro-duodenal artery embolization. He was successfully managed without endoscopic coil removal and had no additional gastrointestinal bleeding. It is important for endoscopists to be aware of this complication and weigh the risks and benefits of coil removal.
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- Yassin Naga
- Internal Medicine, University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine, Las Vegas, USA
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- Gastroenterology, University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine, Las Vegas, USA
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- Gastroenterology, University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine, Las Vegas, USA
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- Gastroenterology, University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine, Las Vegas, USA
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- Gastroenterology, University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine, Las Vegas, USA
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Abu-Freha N, Gat R, Philip A, Yousef B, Ben Shoshan L, Yardeni D, Nevo-Shor A, Novack V, Etzion O. Indications and Findings of Upper Endoscopies in Males and Females, Are They the Same or Different? J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10081620. [PMID: 33920408 PMCID: PMC8070302 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10081620] [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] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2021] [Revised: 03/30/2021] [Accepted: 04/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Sex and gender can affect the prevalence and prognosis of diseases. Our aim was to assess similarities and differences for males and females who underwent an upper endoscopy, with regards to indications and results. We reviewed all upper endoscopy reports from 2012 to 2016. Data regarding demographics, indications, and procedure findings were collected. The upper endoscopy findings were compared regarding the most common indications: gastroesophageal reflux, abdominal pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, and anemia. We investigated 12,213 gastroscopies among males (age, 56.7 ± 17.4) and 15,817 among females (age, 56.0 ± 17.3, p = 0.002). Males who underwent an upper endoscopy for gastroesophageal reflux had higher rates of esophagitis (7.7% vs. 3.4%, p < 0.001) and Barret's esophagus (4.4% vs. 1.5%, p < 0.001). Females who underwent an upper endoscopy for abdominal pain had a higher rate of hiatal hernia, whereas males had higher rates of esophagitis, helicobacter pylori infection, gastritis, gastric ulcer, duodenitis, and duodenal ulcer (p < 0.001). Gastrointestinal bleeding as an indication for upper endoscopy showed that helicobacter, duodenitis, and duodenal ulcers are more common among males compared to females (p < 0.001). Males with anemia who underwent an upper endoscopy had higher rates of esophagitis (p = 0.021) gastritis (p = 0.002), duodenitis (p < 0.001), and duodenal ulcer (p < 0.001). We found significant differences regarding the pathological gastroscopy findings between males and females in relation to the different indications.
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- Naim Abu-Freha
- Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 84101, Israel; (B.Y.); (L.B.S.); (D.Y.); (A.N.-S.); (O.E.)
- Correspondence: or ; Tel.: +972-8-640-2251; Fax: +972-8-623-3083
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- Soroka Clinical Research Center, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva 84010, Israel; (R.G.); (V.N.)
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Medical School for International Health, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 84101, Israel;
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- Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 84101, Israel; (B.Y.); (L.B.S.); (D.Y.); (A.N.-S.); (O.E.)
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- Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 84101, Israel; (B.Y.); (L.B.S.); (D.Y.); (A.N.-S.); (O.E.)
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- Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 84101, Israel; (B.Y.); (L.B.S.); (D.Y.); (A.N.-S.); (O.E.)
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- Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 84101, Israel; (B.Y.); (L.B.S.); (D.Y.); (A.N.-S.); (O.E.)
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- Soroka Clinical Research Center, Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva 84010, Israel; (R.G.); (V.N.)
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- Soroka University Medical Center, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 84101, Israel; (B.Y.); (L.B.S.); (D.Y.); (A.N.-S.); (O.E.)
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Khader Y, Ghazaleh S, Nehme C, Burlen J, Nawras A. Esophagopericardial Fistula After Esophagectomy. Cureus 2021; 13:e13753. [PMID: 33842130 PMCID: PMC8023974 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.13753] [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] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Esophagectomy is the mainstay surgical treatment for esophageal carcinoma. The operation can be complicated by an anastomotic stricture, anastomotic leak, recurrent laryngeal nerve injury, conduit ischemia, and chylothorax. Rarely, esophagectomy can be complicated by fistula formation between the gastrointestinal tract and the nearby structures. We describe a case of esophagopericardial fistula after esophagectomy. A 50-year-old man presented to the emergency room with a chest pain of two-week duration associated with sweating, chills, and poor appetite. He was diagnosed with stage III esophageal adenocarcinoma four months ago. He had received neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by distal esophagectomy, partial gastrectomy, and placement of a jejunostomy tube one month before presentation. Cardiovascular examination was significant for jugular venous distention and distant heart sounds. Chest CT angiography showed pneumomediastinum concerning for anastomotic leak. Esophagram finally confirmed an esophagopericardial fistula. A drain was placed into the pericardial space followed by emergent esophageal stent placement. Eventually, he underwent a cervical esophagostomy and placement of a jejunostomy tube. The patient was later discharged home in a stable condition. In conclusion, esophagopericardial fistula is a rare adverse event of esophagectomy. Esophageal stenting could be useful as a temporary or definite treatment.
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- Yasmin Khader
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Toledo, Toledo, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Toledo, Toledo, USA
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Dhruv S, Anwar S, Polavarapu A, Liliane D. Gastric Carcinoid: The Invisible Tumor! Cureus 2021; 13:e13556. [PMID: 33791175 PMCID: PMC8004355 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.13556] [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] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Neuroendocrine tumor (NET) of the stomach or gastric carcinoid (GC) is a rare tumor derived from enterochromaffin-like (ECL) cells of the stomach and is more common in women after the fifth decade of life. The incidence of GC has been recently trending up. While most GC are visible lesions upon direct visualization on endoscopy, one-fourth of these tumors are intramucosal and not readily identified on upper endoscopy. Thus, a complete gastric map with biopsies of antrum, body, and fundus is required to confirm the presence of carcinoid growth. Herein we report a rare case of GC which was identified on a random gastric biopsy specimen.
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- Samyak Dhruv
- Internal Medicine, Northwell Health, New York, USA
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- Gatsroenterology, Northwell Health, New York, USA
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Brosnan C, Hannan E, Duggan W, Harding T, Maguire D, Stafford AT. Diagnostic Inaccuracies of Barrett's Oesophagus on Gastroscopy: Are We Performing Unnecessary Surveillance? Cureus 2020; 12:e9850. [PMID: 32953357 PMCID: PMC7497227 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.9850] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background It is common for patients to enter Barrett's oesophagus (BO) surveillance based on endoscopic appearances before the diagnosis is histologically confirmed. We set out to review this practice by establishing the accuracy of endoscopic diagnoses of BO. Methods All gastroscopy reports in which a diagnosis of BO was recorded were reviewed over one year. These were compared to the histopathological reports to assess diagnostic accuracy. Results BO was diagnosed in 84 procedures. This diagnosis was incorrect according to histology in 42.9% (n=36) of cases. Diagnostic accuracy was higher with gastroenterologists (38.8% incorrect, n=21) compared to surgeons (50% incorrect, n=15). Diagnostic accuracy was higher with consultants (34.9% incorrect, n=22) compared to registrars (66.7% incorrect, n=14). The dose of sedation used had no impact on accuracy. Unnecessary surveillance was booked in 36.1% (n=13) of cases. Conclusion It is insufficient to rely on endoscopic appearances alone to diagnose BO, irrespective of speciality or experience. The diagnosis should only be made after reviewing the histopathology report. This can eliminate unnecessary repeat endoscopy procedures, sparing patients from unjustifiable risk and helping to cut down on long waiting lists in endoscopy departments. The implementation of the Prague classification and Seattle protocol can improve diagnostic accuracy.
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- Conor Brosnan
- General Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Dublin, IRL
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- Colorectal Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, IRL
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- General Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Dublin, IRL
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- General Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Dublin, IRL
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Laoveeravat P, Thavaraputta S, Suchartlikitwong S, Vutthikraivit W, Mingbunjerdsuk T, Motes A, Nugent K, Perisetti A, Tharian B, Islam S, Rakvit A. Optimal sequences of same-visit bidirectional endoscopy: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Dig Endosc 2020; 32:706-714. [PMID: 31368170 DOI: 10.1111/den.13503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [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: 03/25/2019] [Accepted: 07/28/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Same-visit colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) have become common. Recent studies showed conflicting results regarding the performance, safety, and efficacy of different sequences. We conducted this meta-analysis to determine the most favorable performance and discomfort between an EGD followed by colonoscopy (E-C) and colonoscopy followed by EGD (C-E). METHODS The authors searched the databases of MEDLINE and EMBASE. Outcomes of interest were performance (including cecal intubation time, adenoma detection rate, and polyp detection rate), discomfort score (patients and endoscopists; Likert scale), and sedation uses. Pooled mean differences (MD) or odds ratios (OR) were calculated with 95% confidence intervals (CI). RESULTS Six randomized controlled trials were included in the meta-analysis. The authors found that there was significantly lower sedative use including fentanyl (14.70; 95% Cl: 8.20-21.20) and propofol (15.58; 95% Cl: 3.27-27.89) in the E-C group compared with the C-E group. There was a significantly better discomfort score in patients and endoscopists after both procedures in the E-C group than in the C-E group with pooled MD of 0.64 points (95% Cl: 0.09-1.20) and 0.47 (95% Cl: 0.05-0.90), respectively. There were no differences in cecal intubation time, adenoma detection rate, or polyp detection rate between the two groups. CONCLUSION The present study found that the discomfort score was better in the E-C group. However, there was no difference in polyp and adenoma detection. Therefore, the E-C group is the optimal sequence.
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- Passisd Laoveeravat
- Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, USA.,Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, USA.,Division of Gastroenterology, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, USA
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Bianca A, Schindler V, Schnurre L, Murray F, Runggaldier D, Gyawali CP, Pohl D. Endoscope presence during endoluminal functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP) influences FLIP metrics in the evaluation of esophageal dysmotility. Neurogastroenterol Motil 2020; 32:e13823. [PMID: 32100389 DOI: 10.1111/nmo.13823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [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: 10/31/2019] [Revised: 02/03/2020] [Accepted: 02/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND The functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP) system is an FDA-approved tool for dynamic evaluation of the esophagogastric junction (EGJ). Even though commercially available since 2009, FLIP utilization remains low, partly due to lack of consensus in methodology and interpretation. Therefore, we aimed to analyze the influence of concurrent endoscopy on FLIP measurements. METHODS In this single-center study, we reviewed data from 93 patients undergoing FLIP for symptomatic esophageal motility disorders between 2016 and 2018. During sedated endoscopy, we measured luminal values (distensibility, cross-sectional area (CSA), and balloon pressure) at the EGJ and distal esophagus using 30, 40, and 50 mL distension volumes, with and without concurrent endoscope presence. All recorded values were compared at the various distension volumes between the two measurements using a Wilcoxon rank sum test. KEY RESULTS There was a significant difference in distensibility and CSA with index distension volume (40 mL) at the EGJ comparing the two measurements: Lower median distensibility was 2.1 mm2 mm Hg-1 in the group with concurrent inserted endoscope, respectively, 3.4 mm2 mm Hg-1 without endoscope (P < .001), and median CSA was 86.0 resp. 110.0 mm2 (P < .001). No significant difference could be found in the measurements of the distal esophagus. CONCLUSIONS & INFERENCES Our results show a significant difference in FLIP measurements with and without endoscope presence. This underlines the importance of establishing a consensus of a standardized FLIP protocol to define normal luminal values and guiding future FLIP diagnostic studies.
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- Amanda Bianca
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.,Division of Internal Medicine, Stadtspital Triemli, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Maruyama N, Okubo Y, Umikawa M, Matsuzaki A, Hokama A, Hirano F, Maruyama T, Nishihara K, Nakasone T, Makishi S, Nakamura H, Yoshimi N. Quadruple Multiple Primary Malignancies: Early Detection of Second Primary Malignancy by Esophagogastroduodenoscopy/Colonoscopy Is Crucial for Patients with Classic Kaposi's Sarcoma. Diagnostics (Basel) 2020; 10:E218. [PMID: 32295165 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics10040218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2020] [Revised: 04/04/2020] [Accepted: 04/09/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Currently, Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) is treated following the recommendations of international guidelines. These guidelines recommend esophagogastroduodenoscopy/colonoscopy for detecting multicentric KS of visceral lesions. Second primary malignancies (SPMs) are also a common KS complication; however, information on their detection and treatment is unfortunately not yet indicated in these guidelines. This paper reports on an 86-year-old man who suffered from quadruple primary malignancies: skin classic KS with colon adenocarcinoma, oral squamous cell carcinoma (maxilla), and well-differentiated stomach adenocarcinoma. Gastric cancer was incidentally detected during esophagogastroduodenoscopy, which was performed to detect visceral KS. We suggest that esophagogastroduodenoscopy/colonoscopy be routinely performed during the follow-up of patients with KS. As SPMs are crucial complications in patients with KS, these malignancies should be detected as early as possible.
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Oung B, Chea K, Oung C, Saurin JC, Ko CW. Endoscopic yield of chronic dyspepsia in outpatients: A single-center experience in Cambodia. JGH Open 2020; 4:61-68. [PMID: 32055699 PMCID: PMC7008163 DOI: 10.1002/jgh3.12210] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2019] [Revised: 04/18/2019] [Accepted: 05/04/2019] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background and Aim The diagnostic evaluation and management of patients with chronic dyspepsia may differ geographically according to patient age, prevalence of Helicobacter pylori or parasitic infection, and risk of gastric cancer. The characteristics and appropriate investigation of Cambodian patients with dyspepsia have not previously been studied. The aim of this study was to investigate the characteristics of Cambodian patients with chronic dyspepsia, the yield of upper endoscopy in these patients, and the value of alarm features in identifying patients with organic causes of dyspepsia. Methods We conducted a retrospective, single-center study of 1231 adults with chronic dyspepsia who underwent upper endoscopy. We compared clinical characteristics, H. pylori prevalence, and endoscopic and histological findings of patients with functional or organic causes of dyspepsia. This study was approved by the National Ethics Committee for Health Research. Results The majority of patients had overlapping symptoms of epigastric pain/burning and postprandial fullness/early satiety (40.6%), followed by epigastric pain/burning alone (29.7%) and postprandial fullness/early satiety alone (29.7%). Organic lesions were diagnosed in 6.9% of patients. The overall prevalence of H. pylori infection was 46% and was similar in the three clinical subgroups. The sensitivity and specificity of alarm features for organic causes of dyspepsia were 14 and 96%, respectively. The majority of patients with gastric cancer were 40 years of age or older. Conclusions The majority of patients with chronic dyspepsia seen at our outpatient center were diagnosed with functional or H. pylori-associated dyspepsia. The presence of alarm features was not sensitive or specific for differentiating organic and functional dyspepsia.
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- Borathchakra Oung
- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Edouard Herriot Hospital Hospices civils de Lyon Lyon France.,CHAKRA GI Clinic Phnom Penh Cambodia.,GI and Liver Unit Calmette Hospital Phnom Penh Cambodia
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- CHAKRA GI Clinic Phnom Penh Cambodia.,GI and Liver Unit Calmette Hospital Phnom Penh Cambodia
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- CHAKRA GI Clinic Phnom Penh Cambodia.,GI and Liver Unit Calmette Hospital Phnom Penh Cambodia.,Faculty of Medicine University of Health Sciences Phnom Penh Cambodia.,Cambodian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Seattle Washington USA
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit, Edouard Herriot Hospital Hospices civils de Lyon Lyon France.,GI and Liver Unit Calmette Hospital Phnom Penh Cambodia
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- Division of Gastroenterology University of Washington Seattle Washington USA
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Ebrahim A, Leeds SG, Clothier JS, Ward MA. Endoscopic submucosal dissection of a gastric mass. Proc (Bayl Univ Med Cent) 2019; 32:629-630. [PMID: 31656446 DOI: 10.1080/08998280.2019.1656006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [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: 05/09/2019] [Revised: 08/01/2019] [Accepted: 08/12/2019] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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This case report describes the first endoscopic submucosal dissection performed at Baylor University Medical Center for high-grade dysplasia of the stomach. The patient, a 76-year-old man with multiple medical comorbidities, presented with 4 months of abdominal pain. Endoscopy found a mass on the lesser curvature, and endoscopic ultrasound confirmed that it did not invade the submucosa. A complete endoscopic resection was performed, alleviating the need for surgical intervention. Endoscopic submucosal dissection offers a minimally invasive treatment for premalignant lesions and early stage cancers of the stomach. Endoscopic resection is as effective as gastrectomy, with less morbidity in select patients with early stage lesions.
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- Ahmed Ebrahim
- College of Medicine, Texas A&M Health Sciences CenterDallasTexas
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- College of Medicine, Texas A&M Health Sciences CenterDallasTexas.,Center for Advanced Surgery, Baylor Scott & White HealthDallasTexas.,Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Baylor University Medical CenterDallasTexas
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- College of Medicine, Texas A&M Health Sciences CenterDallasTexas.,Center for Advanced Surgery, Baylor Scott & White HealthDallasTexas.,Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Baylor University Medical CenterDallasTexas
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Berge ST, Safi N, Medhus AW, Ånonsen K, Sundhagen JO, Hisdal J, Kazmi SSH. Gastroscopy assisted laser Doppler flowmetry and visible light spectroscopy in patients with chronic mesenteric ischemia. Scand J Clin Lab Invest 2019; 79:541-549. [PMID: 31560225 DOI: 10.1080/00365513.2019.1672084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Mucosal pathology due to chronic mesenteric ischemia (CMI) is rarely seen during upper endoscopy. Combining Laser Doppler Flowmetry (LDF) and Visible Light Spectroscopy (VLS) may aid in detection of CMI at an early stage. We aimed to investigate the utility of LDF and VLS in detecting microcirculatory changes in patients with CMI during upper endoscopy. In a single center, prospective study, 104 patients were evaluated for mesenteric ischemia during a 24 months period. Patients with a consensus diagnosis of CMI (n = 40) were examined with LDF and VLS. Thirty-two were successfully treated and had a definitive diagnosis of CMI. Results were compared with controls (n = 38) with normal intestinal circulation evaluated with duplex ultrasonography (DUS). Treatment response was evaluated clinically and with DUS at 1 month and with VLS and LDF at 3 months. A significant reduction in mucosal capillary hemoglobin oxygen saturation (SO2) was found in CMI patients compared to controls before treatment: mean ± SD: 67 ± 9%, 81 ± 4%, respectively (p < .001). A significant reduction was also seen for the relative hemoglobin (rHb) amount, flow and velocity (p < .001). The sensitivity of SO2 measured by VLS for diagnosing CMI was 94% and the specificity 72% (cut-off 78%), calculated with ROC curve analysis. A combination of SO2 and rHb increased the test sensitivity and specificity to 97% and 79%, respectively. Conclusion: CMI patients have significantly reduced microcirculation in the stomach and duodenum compared to controls. The results suggest that VLS should be included when performing an upper endoscopy in patients with suspected CMI.
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- Simen T Berge
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Oslo University Hospital HF , Oslo , Norway
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- Faculty of Medicine, University in Oslo , Oslo , Norway
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Oslo University Hospital HF , Oslo , Norway
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Oslo University Hospital HF , Oslo , Norway
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Oslo University Hospital HF , Oslo , Norway
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Oslo University Hospital HF , Oslo , Norway.,Faculty of Medicine, University in Oslo , Oslo , Norway
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Oslo University Hospital HF , Oslo , Norway
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Duarte I, Outerelo C. Gastric Cancer Presenting as Isolated Ascites: A Diagnostic Challenge. Eur J Case Rep Intern Med 2019; 6:001141. [PMID: 31410353 PMCID: PMC6663044 DOI: 10.12890/2019_001141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2019] [Accepted: 05/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Malignant ascites is a rare first manifestation of gastric carcinoma and is usually associated with symptoms which include early satiety, abdominal pain and deteriorating clinical state. The authors describe the case of a male patient presenting with malignant ascites of rapid onset which was the sole presentation of gastric cancer, highlighting the importance of upper gastric endoscopy even in the absence of gastrointestinal symptoms.
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- Inês Duarte
- Division of Nephrology and Renal Transplantation, Department of Medicine, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Norte, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Division of Nephrology and Renal Transplantation, Department of Medicine, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Norte, Lisbon, Portugal
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Da B, Jani N, Gupta N, Jayaram P, Kankotia R, Yao Yu C, Dinis-Ribeiro M, Buxbaum J. High-risk symptoms do not predict gastric cancer precursors. Helicobacter 2019; 24:e12548. [PMID: 30412322 DOI: 10.1111/hel.12548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [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: 04/09/2018] [Revised: 08/06/2018] [Accepted: 09/07/2018] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND & STUDY AIMS Gastric intestinal metaplasia (GIM) is the most common precursor of gastric cancer. Our aim is to determine if presenting symptoms predict gastric cancer precursor lesions in a high-risk population. PATIENT AND METHODS Consecutive unique patients evaluated by endoscopy for upper gastrointestinal symptoms at the Los Angeles County Hospital between 2010 and 2014 were evaluated. Presenting symptoms were classified as low- or high-risk depending on the procedure indication as coded using the Clinical Outcomes Research Initiative (CORI) system. Endoscopy and histology results were used to classify findings as benign, GIM, high-risk GIM, or malignant. The primary outcome was the proportion of patients with premalignant or malignant gastric findings who had high-risk clinical indications for endoscopy relative to those with benign results. RESULTS A total of 3699 patients underwent endoscopy to evaluate upper gastrointestinal symptoms. There were 373 (10.1%) patients with GIM of which 278 had high-risk GIM. One hundred and sixty (4.3%) patients were diagnosed with gastric cancer. High-risk indications for upper endoscopy predicted gastric cancer (OR 1.8 [95% CI 1.3-2.6]) but not GIM (OR 1.0 [0.8-1.3]) or high-risk GIM (OR 0.9 [0.7-1.2]). Hispanic or Asian patients and patients >50 years old were more likely to have GIM, high-risk GIM, and cancer. CONCLUSIONS Performance of upper endoscopy for high-risk indications is inadequate to detect GIM and marginal for malignancy. At risk patients should undergo upper endoscopy for both low- and high-risk symptoms. Screening certain populations deserve additional study and may, in fact, be cost-effective.
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- Ben Da
- Digestive Disease Branch, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Portuguese Oncology Institute, Porto, Portugal
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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Mahmud N, Stashek K, Katona BW, Tondon R, Shroff SG, Roses R, Furth EE, Metz DC. The incidence of neoplasia in patients with autoimmune metaplastic atrophic gastritis: a renewed call for surveillance. Ann Gastroenterol 2018; 32:67-72. [PMID: 30598594 PMCID: PMC6302190 DOI: 10.20524/aog.2018.0325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2018] [Accepted: 10/11/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Background Autoimmune metaplastic atrophic gastritis (AMAG) is an immune-mediated process that may lead to pernicious anemia (PA) and an increased risk of gastric cancer. Although some literature supports 3- or 5-year endoscopic surveillance for gastric cancer in patients with PA, no formal guidance exists for the general AMAG population. We sought to identify the prevalence and incidence rates of dysplasia or adenocarcinoma in patients with AMAG in order to clarify endoscopic best practices. Methods A retrospective study of 150 patients diagnosed with AMAG on endoscopic gastric biopsy between 1/2010 and 11/2015 was performed at a tertiary medical center. Clinical and pathologic data were obtained in order to calculate the prevalence and the incidence rate of dysplasia or adenocarcinoma. Results The cohort was predominantly female (82%) and white (61%), with median age 64 years. PA was present in 47% of patients. On index endoscopy, the prevalence of adenocarcinoma was 5.3%. A total of 59 patients with AMAG, but without neoplasia on initial biopsy, underwent subsequent endoscopic surveillance. Two patients, both of whom had confirmed PA, developed adenocarcinoma. The incidence rate of adenocarcinoma among this group was 14.2 cases per 1000 person-years, which far exceeds that of the general population (0.073 per 1000 person-years) based on Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results data. Conclusions AMAG is associated with a high prevalence and incidence of gastric cancer, and endoscopic surveillance should be considered. Prospective cohort studies and cost effectiveness analyses are needed to better estimate cancer risk and recommended endoscopic surveillance intervals in these patients.
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- Nadim Mahmud
- Division of Gastroenterology (Nadim Mahmud, Bryson W. Katona, David C. Metz)
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- Pathology (Kristen Stashek, Rashmi Tondon, Stuti G. Shroff, Emma E. Furth)
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- Division of Gastroenterology (Nadim Mahmud, Bryson W. Katona, David C. Metz)
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- Pathology (Kristen Stashek, Rashmi Tondon, Stuti G. Shroff, Emma E. Furth)
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- Pathology (Kristen Stashek, Rashmi Tondon, Stuti G. Shroff, Emma E. Furth)
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- Surgery (Robert Roses), University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- Pathology (Kristen Stashek, Rashmi Tondon, Stuti G. Shroff, Emma E. Furth)
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- Division of Gastroenterology (Nadim Mahmud, Bryson W. Katona, David C. Metz)
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