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View article: Correction: Effectiveness of transoral endoscopic fundoplication with or without hiatal hernia repair in patients with gerd and chronic cough
Correction: Effectiveness of transoral endoscopic fundoplication with or without hiatal hernia repair in patients with gerd and chronic cough Open
View article: Adipose tissue explant culture using PDMS flow chambers: an alternative to static explant culture
Adipose tissue explant culture using PDMS flow chambers: an alternative to static explant culture Open
As obesity rates continue to rise, it is important that we can effectively study adipose tissue to understand its physiological contribution in individuals with obesity. Unfortunately, due to the fragility and buoyancy of adipose tissue, c…
View article: Underutilization of Staging Laparoscopy Prior to Neoadjuvant Systemic Therapy in Gastric Cancer
Underutilization of Staging Laparoscopy Prior to Neoadjuvant Systemic Therapy in Gastric Cancer Open
Background Radiographically occult peritoneal carcinomatosis (PC) is a major concern in gastric cancer; hence staging laparoscopy (SL) is recommended prior to initiating treatment, particularly neoadjuvant systemic therapy (NST). However, …
View article: Revisiting the Rationale for a Modern Systemic Total Neoadjuvant Treatment Approach for Locally Advanced Gastroesophageal Adenocarcinomas
Revisiting the Rationale for a Modern Systemic Total Neoadjuvant Treatment Approach for Locally Advanced Gastroesophageal Adenocarcinomas Open
View article: RadGame: An AI-Powered Platform for Radiology Education
RadGame: An AI-Powered Platform for Radiology Education Open
We introduce RadGame, an AI-powered gamified platform for radiology education that targets two core skills: localizing findings and generating reports. Traditional radiology training is based on passive exposure to cases or active practice…
View article: QUALITY OF LIFE OF TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS PATIENTS AT MY PHUOC HOSPITAL
QUALITY OF LIFE OF TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS PATIENTS AT MY PHUOC HOSPITAL Open
Objectives: This study evaluated the quality of life and associated factors among patients with diabetes mellitus type 2 in My Phuoc Hospital in 2024. Subjects and methods: A cross-sectional study design was conducted, and the Vietnamese A…
View article: Complex relationship between childhood obesity and the gut microbiota
Complex relationship between childhood obesity and the gut microbiota Open
Recently, the gut microbiota has been identified as a significant risk factor associated with metabolic disorders related to obesity. Advances in high-throughput sequencing technology have clarified the relationship between childhood obesi…
View article: Roles of autophagy and long non-coding RNAs in gastric cancer
Roles of autophagy and long non-coding RNAs in gastric cancer Open
Gastric cancer (GC) is one of the most aggressive malignancies worldwide and is characterized by its poor prognosis and resistance to conventional therapies. Autophagy and long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) play critical yet complex roles in G…
View article: Assessment of the right ventricular strain, left ventricular strain and left atrial strain using speckle tracking echocardiography in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Assessment of the right ventricular strain, left ventricular strain and left atrial strain using speckle tracking echocardiography in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Open
Objectives Cardiovascular disease is a prevalent comorbidity and leading cause of mortality in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients. Early identification of cardiac abnormalities in COPD patients is crucial. Speckle tracki…
View article: Flap Valve-Preserving Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (INNOVATE-VSG): Clinical Trial Study Protocol
Flap Valve-Preserving Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (INNOVATE-VSG): Clinical Trial Study Protocol Open
Background Conventional vertical sleeve gastrectomy (cVSG), the most commonly performed bariatric surgery, is associated with low complications, durable weight loss, and significant improvement of many obesity-related comorbidities. Howeve…
View article: Small bowel diverticulum causing primary enterolithiasis: a rare diagnosis with definitive surgical intervention
Small bowel diverticulum causing primary enterolithiasis: a rare diagnosis with definitive surgical intervention Open
Primary enterolithiasis is characterized by the formation of stones within the small bowel. The prevalence is estimated to be ~0.3% to 10% in selected populations. Due to its rarity, diagnosis is often delayed. We present the case of a 77 …
View article: Persistent challenges in the diagnosis of acute pancreatitis due to primary hyperparathyroidism during pregnancy
Persistent challenges in the diagnosis of acute pancreatitis due to primary hyperparathyroidism during pregnancy Open
In this manuscript, we provide critical commentary on the systematic review by Augustin et al , which investigated acute pancreatitis induced by primary hyperparathyroidism during pregnancy. Although this is an infrequent complication, it …
View article: Nutritional Optimization of the Surgical Patient: A Narrative Review
Nutritional Optimization of the Surgical Patient: A Narrative Review Open
An increasing body of literature supports the clinical benefit of nutritional assessment and optimization in surgical patients; however, this data has yet to be consolidated in a practical fashion for use by surgeons. In this narrative rev…
View article: Enhancing global hepatocellular carcinoma management: Bridging Eastern and Western perspectives on dexamethasone and N-acetylcysteine before transarterial chemoembolization
Enhancing global hepatocellular carcinoma management: Bridging Eastern and Western perspectives on dexamethasone and N-acetylcysteine before transarterial chemoembolization Open
This article explores the integration of Eastern and Western perspectives on the use of dexamethasone and N-acetylcysteine as premedications in transarterial chemoembolization for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). By examining key concerns r…
View article: Understanding gastric metastasis of small cell lung carcinoma: Insights from case reports and clinical implications
Understanding gastric metastasis of small cell lung carcinoma: Insights from case reports and clinical implications Open
Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) is a common type of primary lung cancer that contributes to approximately 15% of cases. It is closely associated with tobacco risk factors. It is also known as a type of lung cancer that has a high mortality r…
View article: 493. EFFECTIVENESS OF TRANSORAL INCISIONLESS FUNDOPLICATION (TIF) WITHOUT OR WITH HIATAL HERNIA REPAIR (CTIF) IN PATIENTS WITH GERD AND CHRONIC COUGH
493. EFFECTIVENESS OF TRANSORAL INCISIONLESS FUNDOPLICATION (TIF) WITHOUT OR WITH HIATAL HERNIA REPAIR (CTIF) IN PATIENTS WITH GERD AND CHRONIC COUGH Open
Background GERD is a common cause of chronic cough. Although barrier therapy with laparoscopic fundoplication is highly effective for typical GERD symptoms, the response rates are variable for chronic cough. We hypothesized that transoral …
View article: Comparing Accuracy of Night Radiology Interpretations for Pediatric Trauma: Radiology Residents Versus Attending Teleradiologists
Comparing Accuracy of Night Radiology Interpretations for Pediatric Trauma: Radiology Residents Versus Attending Teleradiologists Open
Background: Overnight radiology coverage for pediatric trauma patients (PTPs) is addressed with a combination of on-call radiology residents (RRs) and/or attending teleradiologists (ATs); however, the accuracy of these two groups has not b…
View article: Editorial: Issue 1 (volume 12)
Editorial: Issue 1 (volume 12) Open
We are pleased to announce that Issue 1 (Volume 12) of the Journal of Trade Science is now available online.This first issue of 2024 comprises four empirical articles covering exciting topics, including pro-environmental behavior in coasta…
View article: Editorial note for Issue 2/3 (Volume 11) of the <i>Journal of Trade Science</i>
Editorial note for Issue 2/3 (Volume 11) of the <i>Journal of Trade Science</i> Open
The Journal of Trade Science is an international, peer-review journal that aims to advance the knowledge of contemporary business and trade theories and practices.The journal promotes high-quality research that examines current issues, con…
View article: Evaluation of Metastatic Potential in Esophageal and Gastroesophageal Junction (GEJ) Cancer with Adherence to Elective Nodal Volume Guidelines: A Retrospective Analysis of Elective Nodal Irradiation
Evaluation of Metastatic Potential in Esophageal and Gastroesophageal Junction (GEJ) Cancer with Adherence to Elective Nodal Volume Guidelines: A Retrospective Analysis of Elective Nodal Irradiation Open
View article: Implications of Using Chatbots for Future Surgical Education
Implications of Using Chatbots for Future Surgical Education Open
This quality improvement study investigates whether a chatbot can accurately answer surgery clerkship multiple-choice questions, explain incorrect answers, assess question difficulty, and generate a high-quality examination question.
View article: American Foregut Society White Paper on Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication
American Foregut Society White Paper on Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication Open
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic disease on a spectrum that has an array of management options ranging from lifestyle changes, acid suppressive therapy to laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery (LARS). Transoral incisionless f…
View article: Reducing Sdg Complexity and Informing Environmental Management Education Via an Empirical Six-Dimensional Model of Sustainable Development
Reducing Sdg Complexity and Informing Environmental Management Education Via an Empirical Six-Dimensional Model of Sustainable Development Open
View article: Hiatal hernia repair with transoral incisionless fundoplication versus Nissen fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux disease: A retrospective study
Hiatal hernia repair with transoral incisionless fundoplication versus Nissen fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux disease: A retrospective study Open
Background and study aims Concomitant hiatal hernia (HH) repair with transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) is a therapeutic option for patients with HH > 2 cm and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Data comparing this approach w…
View article: Global Change: The Case of Pro-Environmental Collaborative Fashion Consumption
Global Change: The Case of Pro-Environmental Collaborative Fashion Consumption Open
View article: The American Foregut Society White Paper on the Endoscopic Classification of Esophagogastric Junction Integrity
The American Foregut Society White Paper on the Endoscopic Classification of Esophagogastric Junction Integrity Open
Background: The American Foregut Society (AFS) is dedicated to advancing patient care and digestive health within the realm of foregut disease. One of the most common and debilitating esophageal conditions is gastroesophageal reflux diseas…
View article: Surgical Outcome in Laparoscopic Abdominal Surgical Operations with <i>Clostridium Difficile</i> Infection
Surgical Outcome in Laparoscopic Abdominal Surgical Operations with <i>Clostridium Difficile</i> Infection Open
Introduction: Postoperative Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) has associated morbidity, but it is unknown how it impacts different operations. We sought to determine the incidence and postoperative morbidity following abdominal surgery…
View article: Obesity Does Not Increase Risk for Mortality in Severe Sepsis Trauma Patients
Obesity Does Not Increase Risk for Mortality in Severe Sepsis Trauma Patients Open
Introduction The prevalence of obesity in the United States is up to 40% in adults. Obese patients with severe sepsis have a lower mortality rate compared with normal body mass index (BMI) patients. We hypothesized that trauma patients wit…
View article: Outcomes of obese patients hospitalized with COVID-19: the impact of prior bariatric surgery
Outcomes of obese patients hospitalized with COVID-19: the impact of prior bariatric surgery Open
This retrospective cohort study found that inpatients with obesity and COVID-19 who had prior bariatric surgery had improved outcomes compared with a similar cohort without prior bariatric surgery. Further studies should examine mechanisms…
View article: Laparoscopic Compared with Open D2 Gastrectomy on Perioperative and Long-Term, Stage-Stratified Oncological Outcomes for Gastric Cancer: A Propensity Score-Matched Analysis of the IMIGASTRIC Database
Laparoscopic Compared with Open D2 Gastrectomy on Perioperative and Long-Term, Stage-Stratified Oncological Outcomes for Gastric Cancer: A Propensity Score-Matched Analysis of the IMIGASTRIC Database Open
Background: The laparoscopic approach in gastric cancer surgery is being increasingly adopted worldwide. However, studies focusing specifically on laparoscopic gastrectomy with D2 lymphadenectomy are still lacking in the literature. This r…