Month: December 2022

Network Meta-Analysis of Hepatic Arterial Infusion Versus Selective Internal Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastasis

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Colorectal cancer liver metastases (CRLM) that cannot be surgically removed are often addressed locally with Hepatic Arterial Infusion (HAI) or Selective Internal Radiation Therapy (SIRT). This study used Bayesian network meta-analysis (NMA) to assess the differences in survival between patients treated with HAI or SIRT for CRLM.

Network Meta-Analysis of Hepatic Arterial Infusion Versus Selective Internal Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastasis

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Colorectal cancer liver metastases (CRLM) that cannot be surgically removed are often addressed locally with Hepatic Arterial Infusion (HAI) or Selective Internal Radiation Therapy (SIRT). This study used Bayesian network meta-analysis (NMA) to assess the differences in survival between patients treated with HAI or SIRT for CRLM.

Hepcidin, Ferroportin and Hephaestin Levels in Inflammatory Bowel Disease; Are they Key Mediators of Anemia or Inflammation?

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Anemia represents a significant problem in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and diagnosis may be challenging due to inflammation. Hepcidin, ferroportin and hephaestin are novel Iron Regulatory Proteins (IRPs) involved in iron metabolism. This study aimed to identify the interactions of these proteins in IBD patients, guiding safe iron supplementation and effective …

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Non Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis of the Rectum: Case Report and Review of the Literature

1. Abstract Histiocytosis is a condition resulting from the abnormal proliferation of dentritic cells of the mononuclear phagocytic system. Previously classified as Langerhans cell histiocytosis and non-Langerhans cell histiocytosis, and recently into 5 categories (L, C, R, M and H), it can be localized to an organ or have a systemic manifestation, affecting most commonly …

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Unusual ERCP Complication: Unwanted Course of Misdirected Bile

1. Abstract Biliary stent complications include stent migration, obstruction, fragmentation, bleeding, perforation, cholangitis, and post-ERCP pancreatitis. Stent migration is the most common adverse event (5-14%) and is associated with: dilated CBD >10mm, benign stricture etiology, concomitant sphincterotomy, stent duration >1 month, and type of stent placed (straight, 10Fr diameter, and length >9cm). Here, we present …

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