Association between serum zinc levels and clinicopathological characteristics in patients with gastric cancer
This study aimed to evaluate the association between clinicopathologic features and serum zinc levels in preoperative patients with gastric cancer. Methods: The study enrolled 83 patients scheduled for gastric cancer surgery at the Kochi Medical School. Clinical data were obtained to investigate associations between clinicopathological features, including nutritional indicators and serum zinc levels. Serum zinc deficiency was defined as serum zinc level (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - February 27, 2023 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Mixed Neuroendocrine and Non-Neuroendocrine Neoplasm of Pancreas: What Do We Know, What Have We Learnt?
Pancreatic adeno- Mixed neuroendocrine non-endocrine (pMINEN) are extremely rare. [1] They are known to have distal metastasis at presentation and also have a comparatively lower survival rate as compared to similar staged neuroendocrine carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, and small cell lung tumor from which its treatment patterns are extrapolated. [2,3] Also, very less is known about its molecular structure and natural courses. There is a dearth of data about pMINEN in literature also there is a lack of large multicentral trials due to which the MINEN do not have a standard universal management protocol. We here discuss the clini...
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - February 8, 2023 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Mast Cell Sarcoma of Small Intestine, Early Diagnosis, and Good Prognosis: An Extremely Rare Case Report and Review of the Literature
Gastrointestinal mast cell sarcoma is a rare variant of mastocytosis. It is a unifocal tumor with high destructive capacity and metastatic potential. Diagnosis of mast cell sarcoma can be challenging and might be so delayed that unfavorable prognosis may be expected. In this case report, we will describe our experience with a case of mast cell sarcoma in the small intestine of an elderly woman, which was diagnosed early on throughout the course of her disease and successfully treated. The patient was a 59-year-old woman who presented with abdominal pain, flushing, weight loss, and vomiting. Imaging studies supported the ex...
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - January 5, 2023 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Mast Cell Sarcoma of Small Intestine, Early Diagnosis and Good Prognosis: An extremely Rare Case Report and Review of the Literature
Conclusions: This is the first reported case of successfully treated gastrointestinal mast cell sarcoma. All of the previously reported cases had been diagnosed after recurrence with no response to treatment. Our case shows the significance of early diagnosis and treatment in this condition and its impact on outcome and prognosis. That could be achieved only if the pathologist has a high suspicion for this rare disease and keeps it in the back of one's mind. (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - January 5, 2023 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Usefulness of the Japan Esophageal Society Classification of Barrett ’s Esophagus for Diagnosing the Lateral Extent of Superficial Short-Segment Barrett’s Esophageal Cancer
Conclusions: The JES-BE classification may be useful for determining the extent of BEA.Gastrointest Tumors 2022;9:59 –68 (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - June 20, 2022 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Usefulness of the Japan Esophageal Society classification of Barrett ’s esophagus for diagnosing the lateral extent of superficial short-segment Barrett’s esophageal cancer
Conclusions: The JES-BE classification may be useful for d etermining the extent of BEA. (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - June 20, 2022 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Analyzing TCGA Data to Identify Gene Mutations Linked to Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Asians
Conclusion: Our findings can improve cancer care in the Asian population through better disease prognostication, evaluations for potential targeted therapy, and a deeper understanding of liver cancer pathogenesis.Gastrointest Tumors 2022;9:43 –58 (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - April 20, 2022 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Analyzing TCGA Data to Identify Gene Mutations Linked To Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Asians
Conclusion Our findings can improve cancer care in the Asian population through better disease prognostication, evaluations for potential targeted therapy, and a deeper understanding of liver cancer pathogenesis. (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - April 20, 2022 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Sequential Treatment Strategy Using Fluoropyrimidine plus Bevacizumab Followed by Oxaliplatin for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: A Phase II Study (OGSG 1107)
Conclusion: Although our data are limited and preliminary, the sequential treatment strategy may provide a survival benefit in patients with mCRC. Further investigation of this treatment approach is warranted.Gastrointest Tumors 2022;9:27 –36 (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - February 15, 2022 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Sequential treatment strategy using fluoropyrimidine plus bevacizumab followed by oxaliplatin for metastatic colorectal cancer: A phase II study (OGSG 1107)
Conclusion: Although our data are limited and preliminary, the sequential treatment strategy may provide a survival benefit in patients with mCRC. Further investigation of this treatment approach is warranted. (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - February 15, 2022 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Successful Use of Direct Splenic Vein Anastomosis to the Interposition Internal Jugular Vein Graft after Extended Pancreatoduodenectomy to Avoid Sinistral Portal Hypertension
We describe a case of a 19-year-old female who underwent pancreatoduodenectomy for solid pseudopapillary neoplasm with portal-superior mesenteric vein junction resection and splenic venous was anastomosed into the interposition graft. We here share our unique experience of using an interposition internal jugular vein graft for a long venous defect and diverging morbidity of sinistral portal hypertension.Gastrointest Tumors 2022;9:69 –73 (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - February 14, 2022 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Successful use of direct Splenic Vein anastomosis to the interposition Internal Jugular Vein graft after extended pancreatoduodenectomy to avoid sinistral portal hypertension.
We describe a case of a 19-year female who underwent pancreatoduodenectomy for solid-pseudopapillary neoplasm with portal-superior mesenteric vein junction resection, splenic venous was anastomosed into the interposition graft. We here share our unique experience of using an interposition IJV graft for a long venous defect and diverging morbidity of sinistral portal hypertension. (Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors)
Source: Gastrointestinal Tumors - February 14, 2022 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research