Article
Oncology
Juan Wang, Quan Wang, Junqiang Dong, Kelu Yang, Sheqing Ji, Yong Fan, Chen Wang, Qi Ma, Qiuya Wei, Gang Ji
Summary: The uncut Roux-en-Y anastomosis is associated with a significantly lower incidence of bile reflux gastritis and roux stasis syndrome compared with the Billroth II combined Braun anastomosis.
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Junichiro Harada, Takahiro Kinoshita, Reo Sato, Eigo Akimoto, Mitsumasa Yoshida, Yukiko Nishiguchi
Summary: The study retrospectively reviewed the clinical data of 507 patients undergoing DA from October 2010 through December 2018 and found that the modified DA method, while reducing postoperative complications, is expected to improve postoperative function.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Abudushalamu Yalikun, Batuer Aikemu, Shuchun Li, Tao Zhang, Junjun Ma, Minhua Zheng, Lu Zang
Summary: This study compared the feasibility and effectiveness of two reconstruction methods after laparoscopic distal gastrectomy. The results showed that the modified B-II Braun reconstruction had a shorter operation time and was effective in preventing bile reflux into the gastric remnant.
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Hui Wang, Gangduo Wang, Nivedita Banerjee, Yuejin Liang, Xiaotang Du, Paul J. Boor, Kristi L. Hoffman, M. Firoze Khan
Summary: The study found that dysbiosis of gut microbiome is associated with increased colonic oxidative stress, barrier dysfunction, inflammatory responses, and systemic autoimmune markers. Antioxidant treatment influenced the microbial composition and attenuated systemic autoimmunity in the MRL/lpr mice.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Xiong-Guang Li, Qi-Ying Song, Di Wu, Shuo Li, Ben-Long Zhang, Li-Yu Zhang, Da Guan, Xin-Xin Wang, Lu Liu
Summary: The addition of Braun anastomosis to Billroth II reconstruction in laparoscopy-assisted distal gastrectomy does not significantly benefit patients in terms of postoperative complications and quality of life. Braun anastomosis requires longer operating time compared to simple Billroth II reconstruction.
WORLD JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shanshan Xie, Caihong Zhang, Jinzhuo Zhao, Dan Li, Jianmin Chen
Summary: Air pollution, particularly the presence of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), has been linked to intestinal diseases. In this study, researchers investigated the effects of ambient PM2.5 on intestinal tissue and microbiome through inhalation exposure. The results showed that exposure to high levels and prolonged periods of concentrated ambient PM2.5 (CAPM) damaged the colon's mucous layer, altered the expression of genes related to tight junction and inflammation, and caused changes in the composition of intestinal microbiome. The study also found that the alteration of gut microbiome induced by CAPM exposure was related to intestinal inflammation, suggesting a potential mechanism for PM2.5-induced intestinal diseases. These findings contribute to our understanding of the toxicology and health effects of ambient PM2.5.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Daisuke Nishizaki, Riki Ganeko, Nobuaki Hoshino, Koya Hida, Kazutaka Obama, Toshi A. Furukawa, Yoshiharu Sakai, Norio Watanabe
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the health-related quality of life and safety outcomes of Roux-en-Y and Billroth-I reconstructions after distal gastrectomy for gastric cancer. The findings indicate little to no difference in health-related quality of life and uncertainty in the incidence of anastomotic leakage between Roux-en-Y and Billroth-I reconstructions. Roux-en-Y reconstruction may reduce bile reflux and Billroth-I reconstruction may shorten postoperative hospital stay and reduce overall morbidity.
COCHRANE DATABASE OF SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
(2021)
Review
Surgery
Francesca Lombardo, Alberto Aiolfi, Marta Cavalli, Emanuele Mini, Caterina Lastraioli, Valerio Panizzo, Alessio Lanzaro, Gianluca Bonitta, Piergiorgio Danelli, Giampiero Campanelli, Davide Bona
Summary: This study evaluated different intestinal reconstruction techniques after distal gastrectomy for gastric cancer, finding no significant differences in short-term outcomes. In a 12-month follow-up, Roux-en-Y (RY) reconstruction was associated with reduced risk of some complications compared to other techniques.
LANGENBECKS ARCHIVES OF SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunhuan Liu, Weili Kang, Shuiping Liu, Jinyan Li, Jinyan Liu, Xingxiang Chen, Fang Gan, Kehe Huang
Summary: This study reveals a new mechanism of Cd-induced liver injury, in which Cd exposure leads to dysbiosis of gut microbiota, reduces fecal bile salt hydrolase activity, and increases the level of a certain substance in the intestine, thereby inhibiting intestinal FXR/FGF-15 signaling, increasing hepatic bile acid synthesis, and ultimately facilitating hepatic ductular proliferation, inflammation, and injury in mice.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Tangyou Mao, Chien-Wen Su, Qiaorong Ji, Chih-Yu Chen, Rongjun Wang, Deepak Vijaya Kumar, Jinggang Lan, Lefei Jiao, Hai Ning Shi
Summary: Research shows that hyaluronan can provide protection by modulating the gut microbiota and alleviate inflammation induced by pathogens and chemicals, with potential therapeutic implications for gut microbiome-targeted immunotherapy.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Robin Vanstokstraeten, Ellen Callewaert, Susanne Blotwijk, Eleni Rombauts, Florence Crombe, Kristof Emmerechts, Oriane Soetens, Kristof Vandoorslaer, Deborah De Geyter, Camille Allonsius, Leonore Vander Donck, Christophe Blockeel, Ingrid Wybo, Denis Pierard, Thomas Demuyser, Shari Mackens
Summary: It is generally believed that microorganisms can inhabit a non-pathological endometrium. However, when endometrial samples are collected in a clinical setting, they can be easily contaminated by the vaginal and cervical microbiomes. This makes it challenging to determine if the endometrial microbiome is a true representation or just contamination. In this study, culturomics was used to analyze paired vaginal and endometrial samples, providing new insights into the microbiome of the female genital tract.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Devesha H. Kulkarni, Brigida Rusconi, Alexandria N. Floyd, Elisabeth L. Joyce, Khushi B. Talati, Hrishi Kousik, Dereck Alleyne, Dalia L. Harris, Lorena Garnica, Ryan Mcdonough, Shay S. Bidani, Hrishikesh S. Kulkarni, Elizabeth P. Newberry, Keely G. Mcdonald, Rodney D. Newberry
Summary: Obesity and the metabolic syndrome are complex disorders influenced by various factors including genetics, diet, activity, inflammation, and gut microbes. This study aimed to investigate the specific role of gut microbiota in driving obesity and inflammation, independent of diet and genetics. The findings demonstrate that the gut microbiota from obese individuals alone can cause weight gain and inflammation.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Saravanan Subramanian, Hua Geng, Chao Du, Pauline M. Chou, Heng-Fu Bu, Xiao Wang, Suchitra Swaminathan, Stephanie C. Tan, Jason M. Ridlon, Isabelle G. De Plaen, Xiao-Di Tan
Summary: This study investigated the impact of feeding modes on the gut microbiome, physiological inflammation, and susceptibility to intestinal injury in neonatal mice. The results showed that formula feeding altered the gut microbiome, increased inflammatory activity, and predisposed the mice to intestinal injury. These findings contribute to a better understanding of gastrointestinal diseases in infants.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOLOGY-GASTROINTESTINAL AND LIVER PHYSIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Min Seo Jeon, Yoon Young Choi, Sung Jun Mo, Jang Ho Ha, Young Seo Lee, Hee Uk Lee, Soo Dong Park, Jae-Jung Shim, Jung-Lyoul Lee, Bong Geun Chung
Summary: This study presents a microfluidic-based gut model that can mimic the structure and function of the human intestine and enable co-culture of human and microbial cells. The gut-on-a-chip demonstrated the ability to recapitulate in vivo relevance epithelial cell differentiation and restore barrier function when co-cultured with probiotics, providing insights into the interaction between the intestinal microbiome and human health.
Review
Mycology
Irini A. M. Kreulen, Wouter J. de Jonge, Rene M. van den Wijngaard, Isabelle A. M. van Thiel
Summary: Fungi play a crucial role in the intestinal microbiota, despite their low abundance. The presence of Candida, a genus of fungi, has been linked to intestinal diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease. Studies have utilized culture-dependent and genomic techniques to understand the role of Candida in intestinal colonization and disease development. However, challenges in both biology and technology may hinder a complete understanding of host-microbe interactions.
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Silvia Groiss, Ina Somvilla, Christine Daxboeck, Julia Fuchs, Ingrid Lang-Olip, Philipp Stiegler, Bettina Leber, Bernadette Liegl-Atzwanger, Dagmar Brislinger
Summary: A novel image-based computational method has been developed to analyze the ratio and spatial distribution of MUC5AC and MUC5B in airway mucus, optimized for tracheal and bronchial tissue samples, as well as air-liquid interface (ALI) cell cultures. Results showed significantly higher levels of MUC5AC in smokers compared to nonsmokers, with some nonsmokers exhibiting slightly elevated levels possibly due to exposure to second-hand smoke or fine particulate air pollution.
MICROSCOPY RESEARCH AND TECHNIQUE
(2022)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Philipp Jud, Gerald Hackl, Alexander Christian Reisinger, Angela Horvath, Philipp Eller, Vanessa Stadlbauer
Summary: This case report highlights the importance of being vigilant for rare diseases during a pandemic, rather than solely focusing on COVID-19 and vaccine side effects. Timely identification and treatment of other uncommon medical emergencies are crucial for patients' recovery.
ZEITSCHRIFT FUR GASTROENTEROLOGIE
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Angela Horvath, Julia Traub, Benard Aliwa, Benjamin Bourgeois, Tobias Madl, Vanessa Stadlbauer
Summary: In this study, we analyzed the effects of L-ornithine L-aspartate (LOLA) on the microbiome and metabolome of patients with liver cirrhosis. The results showed that LOLA treatment increased the abundance of Flavonifractor and Oscillospira in the gut microbiome, and the differences in stool and serum metabolomes reflected the pathophysiology of hepatic encephalopathy. Additionally, LOLA-treated patients had lower ethanol to acetic acid ratio in the urine metabolome and lower serum levels of insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF1). These findings suggest that LOLA may serve as a potential strategy for modulating the microbiome in patients with liver disease, and there may be a link between the pathophysiology of hepatic encephalopathy and muscle health.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Max Schuller, Verena Pfeifer, Alexander H. Kirsch, Konstantin A. Kloetzer, Agnes A. Mooslechner, Alexander R. Rosenkranz, Philipp Stiegler, Peter Schemmer, Harald Sourij, Philipp Eller, Barbara Prietl, Kathrin Eller
Summary: Kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) show reduced efficacy of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination compared to dialysis patients. A study revealed that after 1 year of kidney transplantation, there are persistent and profound compositional changes within the B cell compartment, and low levels of a particular subset may account for the decreased antibody response. These findings may guide vaccination strategies.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Irina Robinson, Alexandra Bertsch, Katharina Leithner, Philipp Stiegler, Horst Olschewski, Andelko Hrzenjak
Summary: The study found significant differences in the expression of miRNAs between lung adenocarcinoma cells and healthy donor cells. Four miRNAs were found to be deregulated in plasma samples of lung adenocarcinoma patients, and their target genes are closely related to the mechanisms of tumor development and progression.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Beatrice Lukenaite, Erika Griciune, Bettina Leber, Kestutis Strupas, Philipp Stiegler, Peter Schemmer
Summary: Ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI) is a common problem during solid organ transplantation (SOT), characterized by multifactorial inflammatory responses. Mixed-lineage kinase domain-like pseudokinase (MLKL) and receptor-interacting protein kinase 3 (RIPK3) play crucial roles in necroptosis. Necrosis also triggers sterile inflammation, leading to graft failure.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Luisa Fuerschuss, Florian Rainer, Maria Effenberger, Markus Niederreiter, Rupert H. Portugaller, Angela Horvath, Peter Fickert, Vanessa Stadlbauer
Summary: This study aimed to develop a simple and reliable tool to accurately predict early post-TIPS mortality. A scoring system integrating urea, international normalized ratio (INR) and bilirubin was developed based on the retrospective analysis of 144 cases of TIPS implantation. The Modified TIPS-Score (MOTS) showed significant prognostic discrimination and accurate predictive performance in different patient subgroups.
LIVER INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Letter
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Luisa Fuerschuss, Florian Rainer, Angela Horvath, Vanessa Stadlbauer
LIVER INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Irina Balazs, Angela Horvath, Bettina Leber, Nicole Feldbacher, Wolfgang Sattler, Florian Rainer, Guenter Fauler, Sonja Vermeren, Vanessa Stadlbauer
CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lina Jakubauskiene, Matas Jakubauskas, Gintare Razanskiene, Bettina Leber, Jennifer Weber, Lisa Rohrhofer, Diana Ramasauskaite, Kestutis Strupas, Philipp Stiegler, Peter Schemmer
Summary: The study demonstrates that pretreatment with relaxin, erythropoietin, or their combination can effectively reduce uterine tissue damage caused by ischemia-reperfusion injury.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Joachim Greilberger, Ralf Herwig, Mehtap Kacar, Naime Brajshori, Georg Feigl, Philipp Stiegler, Reinhold Wintersteiger
Summary: The study showed that aKG and 5-HMF have significant effects on apoptosis and cell proliferation of Jurkat cell line, with 5-HMF demonstrating better inhibitory effects on cell growth and mitochondrial activity compared to aKG. The combination of both substances synergistically showed the highest effectiveness.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Matas Jakubauskas, Lina Jakubauskiene, Bettina Leber, Angela Horvath, Kestutis Strupas, Philipp Stiegler, Peter Schemmer
Summary: Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Most patients with metastatic colorectal cancer are not eligible for surgery and have to rely on chemotherapy. This study investigated the effects of probiotic supplementation on tumor growth and angiogenesis in an experimental rat model. The results showed that the probiotic mixture significantly inhibited tumor growth and reduced tumor vasculature density. This study suggests that probiotic supplementation may be a potential treatment option for colorectal cancer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Rokas Rackauskas, Augustinas Bausys, Jonas Jurgaitis, Marius Paskonis, Kestutis Strupas
Summary: This study presents a 10-year experience with cytoreductive surgery (CRS) and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) for peritoneal surface malignancies (PSMs) in a Baltic country. The study evaluates overall survival, postoperative morbidity and mortality, and recurrence rates.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Augustinas Bausys, Marius Kryzauskas, Vilius Abeciunas, Austeja Elzbieta Degutyte, Rimantas Bausys, Kestutis Strupas, Tomas Poskus
Summary: Surgical resection is the primary treatment for colorectal cancer, but it is associated with high postoperative morbidity and mortality. Some patients require preoperative neoadjuvant therapy, which increases surgical risk. Prehabilitation is a novel approach to improve patients' physical and psychological capacity and reduce postoperative morbidity.