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Shear-wave elastography to predict hepatocellular carcinoma after hepatitis C virus eradication: A systematic review and meta-analysis
CONCLUSION: SWE could be a promising tool for prediction of HCC occurrence in patients treated with DAAs. Further studies with larger cohorts and standardized timing of elastographic evaluation are needed to confirm these data.PMID:38596502 | PMC:PMC11000078 | DOI:10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1450 (Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG)
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Giorgio Esposto Paolo Santini Linda Galasso Irene Mignini Maria Elena Ainora Antonio Gasbarrini Maria Assunta Zocco Source Type: research

Cumulative effects of excess high-normal alanine aminotransferase levels in relation to new-onset metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease in China
CONCLUSION: Most participants with MAFLD had normal ALT levels. Long-term high-normal ALT levels were associated with a cumulative increased risk of new-onset MAFLD.PMID:38596503 | PMC:PMC11000085 | DOI:10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1346 (Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG)
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Jing-Feng Chen Zhuo-Qing Wu Hao-Shuang Liu Su Yan You-Xiang Wang Miao Xing Xiao-Qin Song Su-Ying Ding Source Type: research

Optimizing prediction models for pancreatic fistula after pancreatectomy: Current status and future perspectives
World J Gastroenterol. 2024 Mar 14;30(10):1329-1345. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1329.ABSTRACTPostoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is a frequent complication after pancreatectomy, leading to increased morbidity and mortality. Optimizing prediction models for POPF has emerged as a critical focus in surgical research. Although over sixty models following pancreaticoduodenectomy, predominantly reliant on a variety of clinical, surgical, and radiological parameters, have been documented, their predictive accuracy remains suboptimal in external validation and across diverse populations. As models after distal pancreatectomy con...
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Feng Yang John A Windsor De-Liang Fu Source Type: research

Serotonin receptor 2B induces visceral hyperalgesia in rat model and patients with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome
CONCLUSION: Our finding that increased expression of the 5-HT2B receptor contributes to visceral hyperalgesia by inducing TRPV1 expression in IBS-D patients provides important insights into the potential mechanisms underlying IBS-D-associated visceral hyperalgesia.PMID:38596485 | PMC:PMC11000090 | DOI:10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1431 (Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG)
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Zheng-Yang Li Yu-Qing Mao Qian Hua Yong-Hong Sun Hai-Yan Wang Xuan-Guang Ye Jing-Xian Hu Ya-Jie Wang Miao Jiang Source Type: research

Current considerations on intraductal papillary neoplasms of the bile duct and pancreatic duct
World J Gastroenterol. 2024 Mar 14;30(10):1461-1465. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1461.ABSTRACTPancreatobiliary intraductal papillary neoplasms (IPNs) represent precursors of pancreatic cancer or bile duct cholangiocarcinoma that can be detected and treated. Despite advances in diagnostic methods, identifying these premalignant lesions is still challenging for treatment providers. Modern imaging, biomarkers and molecular tests for genomic alterations can be used for diagnosis and follow-up. Surgical intervention in combination with new chemotherapeutic agents is considered the optimal treatment for malignant cases. The balance...
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Efstathios T Pavlidis Ioannis N Galanis Theodoros E Pavlidis Source Type: research

Bridging the gap: Unveiling the crisis of physical inactivity in inflammatory bowel diseases
World J Gastroenterol. 2024 Mar 14;30(10):1261-1265. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1261.ABSTRACTIn this editorial we comment on the article titled "Inflammatory bowel diseases patients suffer from significant low levels and barriers to physical activity: The BE-FIT-IBD study" published in a recent issue of the World Journal of Gastroenterology 2023; 29 (41): 5668-5682. Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are emerging as a significant global health concern as their incidence continues to rise on a global scale, with detrimental impacts on quality of life. While many advances have been made regarding the management of the disease, ...
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Remus Stafie Ana-Maria Singeap Adrian Rotaru Carol Stanciu Anca Trifan Source Type: research

Alkaline sphingomyelinase deficiency impairs intestinal mucosal barrier integrity and reduces antioxidant capacity in dextran sulfate sodium-induced colitis
CONCLUSION: Alk-SMase regulates the stability of the intestinal mucosal barrier and enhances antioxidant activity through the Nrf2 signaling pathway.PMID:38596488 | PMC:PMC11000083 | DOI:10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1405 (Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG)
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Ye Tian Xin Li Xu Wang Si-Ting Pei Hong-Xin Pan Yu-Qi Cheng Yi-Chen Li Wen-Ting Cao Jin-Dong Ding Petersen Ping Zhang Source Type: research

Are we ready to use new endoscopic scores for ulcerative colitis?
World J Gastroenterol. 2024 Mar 14;30(10):1466-1469. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1466.ABSTRACTFor ulcerative colitis (UC), the variability in inflammatory activity along the colon poses a challenge in management. The focus on achieving endoscopic healing in UC is evident, where the UC Endoscopic Index of Severity and Mayo Endoscopic Subscore are commonly used for evaluation. However, these indices primarily consider the most severely affected region. Liu et al recent study validates the Toronto Inflammatory Bowel Disease Global Endoscopic Reporting (TIGER) score offering a comprehensive assessment of inflammatory activity acr...
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Rodrigo Quera Paulina N úñez F Source Type: research

Nomograms and prognosis for superficial esophageal squamous cell carcinoma
World J Gastroenterol. 2024 Mar 14;30(10):1291-1294. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1291.ABSTRACTIn recent years, endoscopic resection, particularly endoscopic submucosal dissection, has become increasingly popular in treating non-metastatic superficial esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). In this evolving paradigm, it is crucial to identify factors that predict higher rates of lymphatic invasion and poorer outcomes. Larger tumor size, deeper invasion, poorer differentiation, more infiltrative growth patterns (INF-c), higher-grade tumor budding, positive lymphovascular invasion, and certain biomarkers have been associated ...
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Hong Tao Lin Ahmed Abdelbaki Somashekar G Krishna Source Type: research

Women health and microbiota: Different aspects of well-being
World J Gastroenterol. 2024 Mar 14;30(10):1287-1290. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1287.ABSTRACTIn this editorial, we comment on the article by Marano et al recently published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology 2023; 29 (45): 5945-5952. We focus on the role of gut microbiota (GM) in women's health, highlighting the need to thoroughly comprehend the sex differences in microbiota. Together, the host and GM support the host's health. The microbiota components consist of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and archaea. This complex is an essential part of the host and is involved in neurological development, metabolic control, immune s...
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Giulia Nannini Amedeo Amedei Source Type: research

Double role of depression in gastric cancer: As a causative factor and as consequence
World J Gastroenterol. 2024 Mar 14;30(10):1266-1269. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1266.ABSTRACTIn this editorial we comment on the article "Hotspots and frontiers of the relationship between gastric cancer and depression: A bibliometric study". Gastric cancer (GC) is a common malignancy in the digestive system with increased mortality and morbidity rates globally. Standard treatments, such as gastrectomy, negatively impact patients' quality of life and beyond the physical strain, GC patients face psychological challenges, including anxiety and depression. The prevalence of depression can be as high as 57%, among gastrointestin...
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Grigorios Christodoulidis Koumarelas Konstantinos-Eleftherios Kouliou Marina-Nektaria Source Type: research

Overview of the immunological mechanisms in hepatitis B virus reactivation: Implications for disease progression and management strategies
In conclusion, this comprehensive review furnishes a holistic view of the immunological mechanisms that propel HBV reactivation. With a dedicated focus on understanding its implications for disease progression and the prospects of efficient management strategies, this article contributes significantly to the knowledge base. The more profound insights into the intricate interactions between viral elements and the immune system will inform evidence-based approaches, ultimately enhancing disease management and elevating patient outcomes. The dynamic landscape of management strategies is critically scrutinized, spanning anti-v...
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Hui Ma Qing-Zhu Yan Jing-Ru Ma Dong-Fu Li Jun-Ling Yang Source Type: research

Stage at diagnosis of colorectal cancer through diagnostic route: Who should be screened?
CONCLUSION: CRCs detected during hospital visits for comorbidities were diagnosed earlier, similar to cancer screening. CRC screening should be recommended, particularly for patients without periodical hospital visits for comorbidities.PMID:38596494 | PMC:PMC11000077 | DOI:10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1368 (Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG)
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Nobukazu Agatsuma Takahiro Utsumi Yoshitaka Nishikawa Takahiro Horimatsu Takeshi Seta Yukitaka Yamashita Yukari Tanaka Takahiro Inoue Yuki Nakanishi Takahiro Shimizu Mikako Ohno Akane Fukushima Takeo Nakayama Hiroshi Seno Source Type: research

Vonoprazan-amoxicillin dual regimen with < em > Saccharomyces boulardii < /em > as a rescue therapy for < em > Helicobacter pylori < /em > : Current perspectives and implications
World J Gastroenterol. 2024 Mar 14;30(10):1280-1286. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1280.ABSTRACTYu et al's study in the World Journal of Gastroenterology (2023) introduced a novel regimen of Vonoprazan-amoxicillin dual therapy combined with Saccharomyces boulardii (S. boulardii) for the rescue therapy against Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), a pathogen responsible for peptic ulcers and gastric cancer. Vonoprazan is a potassium-competitive acid blocker renowned for its rapid and long-lasting acid suppression, which is minimally affected by mealtime. Compared to proton pump inhibitors, which bind irreversibly to cysteine residues...
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Valerie Josephine Dirjayanto Jessica Audrey Daniel Martin Simadibrata Source Type: research

Preliminary exploration of animal models of congenital choledochal cysts
CONCLUSION: The model of partial ligation of the bile duct of juvenile rats could morphologically simulate the cystic or fusiform CC, which may contribute to investigating the pathogenesis of CC.PMID:38596496 | PMC:PMC11000093 | DOI:10.3748/wjg.v30.i10.1420 (Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG)
Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology : WJG - April 10, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Shu-Hao Zhang Yue-Bin Zhang Duo-Te Cai Tao Pan Ken Chen Yi Jin Wen-Juan Luo Zong-Wei Huang Qing-Jiang Chen Zhi-Gang Gao Source Type: research