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View article: Implementation of an Alert System for the Care Cascade of Hepatitis C Infection in Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery
Implementation of an Alert System for the Care Cascade of Hepatitis C Infection in Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery Open
View article: AP2M1 Amplification Orchestrates Notch‐Mediated Chemoresistance in Hematopoietic Stem Cells of Acute Myeloid Leukemia Patients
AP2M1 Amplification Orchestrates Notch‐Mediated Chemoresistance in Hematopoietic Stem Cells of Acute Myeloid Leukemia Patients Open
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a complex hematological malignancy characterized by chemotherapy resistance, leading to poor patient outcomes. This study investigates the role of adaptor protein complex 2 subunit mu 1 (AP2M1) in hematopoie…
View article: Aspirin Use and Risk of HCC and Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Patients With HBV‐Related Cirrhosis: A Landmark Analysis
Aspirin Use and Risk of HCC and Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Patients With HBV‐Related Cirrhosis: A Landmark Analysis Open
Background and Aims The use of aspirin in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) prevention and the risk of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is still uncertain in patients with hepatitis B virus (HBV)‐related cirrhosis. We investigated the associati…
View article: Welcome to the Teal Journal: A New Look, A Greater Vision
Welcome to the Teal Journal: A New Look, A Greater Vision Open
View article: Risk Factors for Long-Term Delayed Gastric Emptying and Its Impact on the Quality of Life After Laparoscopic Pylorus-Preserving Gastrectomy in Patients with Gastric Cancer: Secondary Analysis of the Prospective Multicenter Trial KLASS-04
Risk Factors for Long-Term Delayed Gastric Emptying and Its Impact on the Quality of Life After Laparoscopic Pylorus-Preserving Gastrectomy in Patients with Gastric Cancer: Secondary Analysis of the Prospective Multicenter Trial KLASS-04 Open
Background/Objectives: Delayed gastric emptying (DGE) is a well-known complication of laparoscopic pylorus-preserving gastrectomy (LPPG). Patients who underwent LPPG in the KLASS-04 trial, which was a multicenter prospective randomized con…
View article: Dissecting corporate tournaments: Multilayered structures and firm performance
Dissecting corporate tournaments: Multilayered structures and firm performance Open
This study examines the association between firm performance and promotion incentives (i.e., the product of vertical pay disparity and promotion probability) in multilayer corporate tournaments using a unique data set of Korean public firm…
View article: Incidence of Osteopenia or Osteoporosis in Asian Patients With Chronic Hepatitis B
Incidence of Osteopenia or Osteoporosis in Asian Patients With Chronic Hepatitis B Open
Background In an aging population, patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB) may face a higher risk of osteopenia, osteoporosis, or fractures. We investigated the epidemiology and risk factors associated with osteopenia or osteoporosis in pa…
View article: Long-Term Hepatic and Extrahepatic Outcomes of Chronic Hepatitis C Patients After Sofosbuvir-Based Treatment (LONGHEAD Study)
Long-Term Hepatic and Extrahepatic Outcomes of Chronic Hepatitis C Patients After Sofosbuvir-Based Treatment (LONGHEAD Study) Open
View article: The Impact of Vascular Anatomic Variations in the Infra-Pyloric Area on the Surgical Outcomes of Laparoscopic Pylorus-Preserving Gastrectomy in Early Gastric Cancer: A Post Hoc Analysis of a Multicenter Prospective Trial (KLASS-04)
The Impact of Vascular Anatomic Variations in the Infra-Pyloric Area on the Surgical Outcomes of Laparoscopic Pylorus-Preserving Gastrectomy in Early Gastric Cancer: A Post Hoc Analysis of a Multicenter Prospective Trial (KLASS-04) Open
Background/Objectives: During laparoscopic pylorus-preserving gastrectomy (LPPG), the preservation of the infra-pyloric artery (IPA) and dissection of the infra-pyloric lymph node (LN) station 6 are essential, underscoring the importance o…
View article: Reduced‐Ports Robotic Pylorus‐Preserving Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer
Reduced‐Ports Robotic Pylorus‐Preserving Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer Open
Background Laparoscopic gastrectomy has proven to be safe and effective as a first‐line treatment for early gastric cancer in terms of oncologic results. The da Vinci robotic system offers stable 3D vision, near‐infrared fluorescence imagi…
View article: SMC2 and Condensin II Subunits Are Essential for the Development of Hematopoietic Stem and Progenitor Cells in Zebrafish
SMC2 and Condensin II Subunits Are Essential for the Development of Hematopoietic Stem and Progenitor Cells in Zebrafish Open
Hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs) play a pivotal role in blood cell production, maintaining the health and homeostasis of individuals. Dysregulation of HSPC function can lead to blood‐related diseases, including cancer. Despi…
View article: Cytokine-Induced Killer Cell Immunotherapy Reduces Recurrence in Patients with Early-Stage Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Cytokine-Induced Killer Cell Immunotherapy Reduces Recurrence in Patients with Early-Stage Hepatocellular Carcinoma Open
Background/Objectives: Cytokine-induced killer (CIK) cell immunotherapy has shown promise in reducing recurrence and improving survival outcomes in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). We evaluated the efficacy and safety of CIK cell therapy in…
View article: Update on the treatment navigation for functional cure of chronic hepatitis B: Expert consensus 2.0
Update on the treatment navigation for functional cure of chronic hepatitis B: Expert consensus 2.0 Open
As new evidence emerges, treatment strategies toward the functional cure of chronic hepatitis B are evolving. In 2019, a panel of national hepatologists published a Consensus Statement on the functional cure of chronic hepatitis B. Current…
View article: Oral Branched-Chain Amino Acids as a Cost-Effective Option for Managing Hepatic Encephalopathy
Oral Branched-Chain Amino Acids as a Cost-Effective Option for Managing Hepatic Encephalopathy Open
Oral BCAAs for HE prevention may contribute positively to both the clinical status of the patient and the national healthcare budget.
View article: HCV self-testing: Bridging screening gaps and ensuring cost-effectiveness for both high-risk and universal populations: Correspondence to editorial on “Self-testing strategy to eliminate hepatitis C as per World Health Organization’s goal: Analysis of disease burden and cost-effectiveness”
HCV self-testing: Bridging screening gaps and ensuring cost-effectiveness for both high-risk and universal populations: Correspondence to editorial on “Self-testing strategy to eliminate hepatitis C as per World Health Organization’s goal: Analysis of disease burden and cost-effectiveness” Open
View article: Robust Predictive Performance of the <scp>SALT</scp>‐M Score for Clinical Outcomes in Asian Patients With Acute‐on‐Chronic Liver Failure
Robust Predictive Performance of the <span>SALT</span>‐M Score for Clinical Outcomes in Asian Patients With Acute‐on‐Chronic Liver Failure Open
Background Acute‐on‐chronic liver failure (ACLF) is a syndrome of patients with chronic liver disease presenting with multiple organ failures. Recently, Sundaram‐ACLF‐LT Mortality (SALT‐M) score has been developed to predict 1‐year post‐li…
View article: Self-testing strategy to eliminate hepatitis C as per World Health Organization’s goal: Analysis of disease burden and cost-effectiveness
Self-testing strategy to eliminate hepatitis C as per World Health Organization’s goal: Analysis of disease burden and cost-effectiveness Open
Background/Aims: The World Health Organization (WHO) aims to eliminate hepatitis C virus (HCV) by 2030; therefore, widespread HCV screening is required. The WHO recommends HCV self-testing (HCVST) as a new approach. We aimed to evaluate di…
View article: Health care professionals’ views of supportive care needs for Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese Americans with metastatic cancer.
Health care professionals’ views of supportive care needs for Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese Americans with metastatic cancer. Open
The supportive care needs of people with metastatic cancer, particularly Asian Americans, are understudied. Distinct psychosocial support needs may exist across ethnocultural groups with Confucian-heritage values and norms. Cultural factor…
View article: “Cherry blossom” in Kyoto brought hope to patients with chronic hepatitis B infection
“Cherry blossom” in Kyoto brought hope to patients with chronic hepatitis B infection Open
View article: Agile 3+ and Agile 4 scores predict chronic kidney disease development in metabolic dysfunction‐associated steatotic liver disease
Agile 3+ and Agile 4 scores predict chronic kidney disease development in metabolic dysfunction‐associated steatotic liver disease Open
Summary Background and Aims Despite the development of transient elastography (TE)‐based Agile scores for diagnosing fibrotic burden in patients with metabolic dysfunction‐associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), their applicability in …
View article: Association of physical activity, including amount and maintenance, with the risk of HCC among patients with type 2 diabetes
Association of physical activity, including amount and maintenance, with the risk of HCC among patients with type 2 diabetes Open
Our study investigated the impact of physical activity (PA) levels and changes on the risk of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in patients with type 2 diabetes. PA was associated with a dose-responsive preventive effect against HCC. Patients…
View article: Effect of direct-acting antivirals on disease burden of hepatitis C virus infection in South Korea in 2007–2021: a nationwide, multicentre, retrospective cohort study
Effect of direct-acting antivirals on disease burden of hepatitis C virus infection in South Korea in 2007–2021: a nationwide, multicentre, retrospective cohort study Open
The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency.
View article: Global prevalence of metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease-related hepatocellular carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Global prevalence of metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease-related hepatocellular carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Background/Aims: The global proportion of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) attributable to metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is unclear. The MAFLD diagnostic criteria allows objective diagnosis in the presence of s…
View article: Sorafenib vs. Lenvatinib in advanced hepatocellular carcinoma after atezolizumab/bevacizumab failure: A real-world study
Sorafenib vs. Lenvatinib in advanced hepatocellular carcinoma after atezolizumab/bevacizumab failure: A real-world study Open
Background/Aims: Atezolizumab plus bevacizumab (ATE+BEV) therapy has become the recommended first-line therapy for patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) because of favorable treatment responses. However, there is a lack…
View article: Reduced Risk of Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Patients with Chronic Hepatitis B Receiving Long-Term Besifovir Therapy
Reduced Risk of Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Patients with Chronic Hepatitis B Receiving Long-Term Besifovir Therapy Open
No information is available regarding the influence of besifovir (BSV), a new nucleotide analogue, on the occurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB). This study evaluated the reduced risk of HCC…
View article: Steatosis-associated fibrosis estimator (SAFE) score in Asian patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)
Steatosis-associated fibrosis estimator (SAFE) score in Asian patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) Open
Background & Aims: Recently, steatosis-associated fibrosis estimator (SAFE) score has been developed for predicting significant fibrosis in primary car. We externally validated the SAFE score in Asian patients with MASLD. Approach & Result…
View article: P361 Neither hepatic steatosis nor fibrosis is associated with clinical outcomes in patients with intestinal Behçet’s disease
P361 Neither hepatic steatosis nor fibrosis is associated with clinical outcomes in patients with intestinal Behçet’s disease Open
Background Behçet’s disease (BD) and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) are chronic inflammatory diseases that share pathogenetic mechanisms. In this study, we investigated whether NAFLD influences the clinical outcomes in patients w…
View article: Ai-Based Individual Risk Prediction of Oral Anticoagulation in Patients with Cirrhosis and Atrial Fibrillation
Ai-Based Individual Risk Prediction of Oral Anticoagulation in Patients with Cirrhosis and Atrial Fibrillation Open
View article: Comparison between Nivolumab and Regorafenib as Second-line Systemic Therapies after Sorafenib Failure in Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Comparison between Nivolumab and Regorafenib as Second-line Systemic Therapies after Sorafenib Failure in Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma Open
Clinical outcomes of patients treated with nivolumab and regorafenib after sorafenib treatment failure did not differ significantly.
View article: Implementation of an Electronic Medical Record-Based Automatic Alert System for the Care Cascade of Hepatitis-C-Virus Infection in Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery
Implementation of an Electronic Medical Record-Based Automatic Alert System for the Care Cascade of Hepatitis-C-Virus Infection in Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery Open