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View article: Double reflex testing improves the efficacy and cost effectiveness of hepatitis delta diagnosis in southern Spain
Double reflex testing improves the efficacy and cost effectiveness of hepatitis delta diagnosis in southern Spain Open
View article: Evolving epidemiology of HCC in Spain
Evolving epidemiology of HCC in Spain Open
Our study showcases the involvement of numerous reference centers across Spain and examines over 1,300 patients to track the changing epidemiology of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) over 14 years. In patients with known liver cirrhosis, mor…
View article: Development and validation of the “Adjustment Disorder Scale for Medically Ill Patients - ETAM”
Development and validation of the “Adjustment Disorder Scale for Medically Ill Patients - ETAM” Open
Background Adjustment disorder (AD) is common among medically ill patients, yet current evaluation methods do not address the specific characteristics in this population. This study aimed to develop a measurement scale for AD in medically …
View article: Investigating temporal patterns of colorectal cancer incidence in Spain: A comprehensive analysis of age, period and cohort effects, 1990-2019
Investigating temporal patterns of colorectal cancer incidence in Spain: A comprehensive analysis of age, period and cohort effects, 1990-2019 Open
The increasing incidence of CRC in Spain, with distinct patterns by gender and birth cohort, underlines the importance of preventive strategies adapted to temporal and demographic variations to address this public health challenge.
View article: Predicting survival in patients with ‘non-high-risk’ acute variceal bleeding receiving β-blockers+ligation to prevent re-bleeding
Predicting survival in patients with ‘non-high-risk’ acute variceal bleeding receiving β-blockers+ligation to prevent re-bleeding Open
View article: Age, period and cohort effects on gastric cancer mortality in Spain, 1980-2021
Age, period and cohort effects on gastric cancer mortality in Spain, 1980-2021 Open
GC mortality rates in Spain have been decreasing over time and across successive birth cohorts, with a stabilizing trend observed for those under 35 years of age.
View article: miR-200c-3p, miR-222-5p, and miR-512-3p Constitute a Biomarker Signature of Sorafenib Effectiveness in Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma
miR-200c-3p, miR-222-5p, and miR-512-3p Constitute a Biomarker Signature of Sorafenib Effectiveness in Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma Open
Background: Sorafenib constitutes a suitable treatment alternative for patients with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in whom atezolizumab + bevacizumab therapy is contraindicated. The aim of the study was the identification of a mi…
View article: Comprehensive analysis and insights gained from long-term experience of the Spanish DILI Registry
Comprehensive analysis and insights gained from long-term experience of the Spanish DILI Registry Open
View article: Measurement of Circulating Tumor Cells Determines Treatment Response and Exitus in Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma Submitted to Transarterial Chemoembolization
Measurement of Circulating Tumor Cells Determines Treatment Response and Exitus in Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma Submitted to Transarterial Chemoembolization Open
Circulating tumor cells (CTCs) enumeration is a promising technique to predict cancer prognosis and treatment response. CTCs were evaluated in healthy subjects, cirrhotic controls and hepatocarcinoma (HCC) patients. CTCs were isolated usin…
View article: Letter: improve survival! Place early pre‐emptive TIPSS in high‐risk variceal bleeders
Letter: improve survival! Place early pre‐emptive TIPSS in high‐risk variceal bleeders Open
LINKED CONTENT This article is linked to Dunne et al papers. To view these articles, visit https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.15797 and https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.15953
View article: Rebleeding and mortality risk are increased by ACLF but reduced by pre-emptive TIPS
Rebleeding and mortality risk are increased by ACLF but reduced by pre-emptive TIPS Open
View article: Regional Differences in Colorectal Cancer Mortality Trends, Spain (1980-2018)
Regional Differences in Colorectal Cancer Mortality Trends, Spain (1980-2018) Open
this updated analysis of temporal patterns of CRC mortality in Spain from 1980-2018, divided by ACs and sex, shows gender differences in CRC mortality trends. Despite the favorable trends in both sexes, the gender gap is widening.
View article: Preemptive‐TIPS Improves Outcome in High‐Risk Variceal Bleeding: An Observational Study
Preemptive‐TIPS Improves Outcome in High‐Risk Variceal Bleeding: An Observational Study Open
Patients admitted with acute variceal bleeding (AVB) and Child‐Pugh C score (CP‐C) or Child‐Pugh B plus active bleeding at endoscopy (CP‐B+AB) are at high risk for treatment failure, rebleeding, and mortality. A preemptive transjugular int…
View article: Regenerative nodular hyperplasia, portal vein thrombosis and primary myelofibrosis: An unusual triple association.
Regenerative nodular hyperplasia, portal vein thrombosis and primary myelofibrosis: An unusual triple association. Open
We report a case of a regenerative nodular hyperplasia with a portal vein cavernomatosis with a subsequent progression to symptomatic, occlusive thrombosis of the superior mesenteric vein. A thorough investigation resulted in a final diagn…
View article: Canalicular cholestasis induced by anabolic steroids
Canalicular cholestasis induced by anabolic steroids Open
Inappropriate use of anabolic steroids is increasing, usually by younger males in an illicit manner. This is a well-documented case of cholestatic hepatitis attributed to use of anabolic steroids for esthetic and/or athletic purposes.
View article: Post-transfusion hyperhemolysis syndrome following gastrointestinal bleeding secondary to prehepatic portal hypertension
Post-transfusion hyperhemolysis syndrome following gastrointestinal bleeding secondary to prehepatic portal hypertension Open
Supportive transfusion represents a basic tool in the management of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. However, the use of hemoderivatives is not exempt from risks such as development of hemolysis. We report a case of post-transfusion hyperhe…
View article: Severe acute hepatitis and cold agglutinin-related hemolytic anemia secondary to prime infection with Epstein-Barr virus
Severe acute hepatitis and cold agglutinin-related hemolytic anemia secondary to prime infection with Epstein-Barr virus Open
Epstein-Barr virus, a member of the Herpesviridae family, is responsible for the infectious mononucleosis clinical syndrome, which mainly includes the pharyngitis, fever, and lymphadenopathy triad after incubation for 30-50 days. The liver…
View article: Case Report: Acute-on-Chronic Liver Failure: Making the Diagnosis between Infection and Acute Alcoholic Hepatitis
Case Report: Acute-on-Chronic Liver Failure: Making the Diagnosis between Infection and Acute Alcoholic Hepatitis Open
Acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) represents a reversible syndrome associated with high short-term mortality, characterized by acute decompensation in patients with chronic liver disease and extrahepatic organ failure. Diagnosis and pr…