This is to inform that due to some circumstances beyond the organizer control, “2nd Edition of International Conference on Gastroenterology” (Gastro 2024) during October 21-23, 2024 at Baltimore, MD, USA has been postponed. The updated dates and venue will be displayed shortly.
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Multiple myeloma is the most common type of malignant proliferation of plasma cells which produce monoclonal immunoglobulin. Renal failure, anemia, skeletal lesions, and recurrent infections are the most common clinical manifestations of the disease. Amyloidosis is a group of dis [....] » Read More
Autophagy is a key metabolic process where cells can recycle its proteins and organelles to regenerate its own cellular building blocks. Chemotherapy is indispensable for cancer treatment but associated with various side-effects, including organ damage. Stem cell-based therapy is [....] » Read More
Introduction: Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) can have a significant impact on the nutritional status of patients. Malnutrition is an under-recognized condition in patients with cirrhosis. Malnutrition increases the incidence and severity of decompensation, increase the risk of infe [....] » Read More
Recto-neovaginal fistulas (RnVFs) following gender-affirming surgery present a significant challenge with limited guidance on optimal treatment strategies. This case report details the successful management of a RnVF using an Endorectal Advancement Flap (ERAF) in a 20-year-old tr [....] » Read More
Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH), a subset of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), has emerged as a significant public health concern worldwide. MASH is characterized by hepatic inflammation, which can lead to fibrosis, cirrhosi [....] » Read More
The Epigastric Impedance Monitor (EIM) measures gastric emptying (GE) of liquids and gastric motility responses to liquid meals by monitoring bioimpedance when volunteers or patients drink a liquid meal. Its complete non-invasiveness, low cost and simplicity means tests can be do [....] » Read More
Celiac Disease(CD) is an autoimmune condition resulting from gluten sensitivity in genetically predisposed individuals. It is a multifactorial disorder in which genetic, environmental, and immunological factors converge to determine the gluten sensitivity observed in affected pat [....] » Read More
Cholelithiasis presents in approximately 20% of the total population, ranging between 10% and 30%. It presents one of the most common causes for non malignant surgical treatment. The cornerstone therapy is laparoscopic cholecystectomy, urgent of elective. Laparoscopic cholecystec [....] » Read More
Colon perforation has been reported as caused by trauma, e.g., colonoscope perforation, malignancy, infection, amoebic colitis, diverticular disease, as well as spontaneous perforation, with ulcerative colitis. A not well-known cause is congenital Hirschsprung’s [....] » Read More
Complex endoscopy procedures are important for the care of pediatric patients. Although endoscopic procedures such as removal of foreign bodies are frequently performed in pediatric patients, other interventions such as endoscopy for management of hemostasis are less commonly per [....] » Read More
Neurologic injury often influences various bodily functions associated with digestion. It is imperative for an individual to obtain proper nutrients to maintain a healthy lifestyle and recover from injury. In this review, we explore variables and methods of enteral tube placement [....] » Read More
Introduction: Colorectal carcinoma (CRC) is the third most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US. Classic manifestations of CRC include rectal hemorrhage, unintentional weight loss, abdominal discomfort, and changes in bowel habits, w [....] » Read More
The revolutionary, iso-osmo-resistive theory proposes that digestion in the upper gut causes the electro-resistivity of food components to converge on the state of iso-resistivity because it is necessary for passing through the membranes of absorbing cells and for compatibility w [....] » Read More
Acute peritonitis is a relatively common intra-abdominal infection that a general surgeon will have to manage many times in his surgical carrier. Usually it is a secondary peritonitis caused either by direct peritoneal invasion from an inflamed infected viscera or by gastrointest [....] » Read More
Aim: To analyse the positive/negative predictive values of Q Fit test, when diagnosing colorectal cancer in patients who are referred with per rectal bleeding to a Colorectal outpatient clinic in NHS Grampian. To establish that Q Fit test is relevant as a first l [....] » Read More
Introduction: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common digestive system disorders with a worldwide prevalence of 5-20%. The actual cause of IBS is still unknown, as it is considered to be related to both psychological and physiological components. It is thought t [....] » Read More
Aim: To evaluate the results of thrombectomy from mesenteric vessels in the treatment of acute mesenteric ischemia (arterial and venous causes). Material and Methods: The results of treatment of 36 patients with acute mesenteric ischemia were analyzed. This patients underwen [....] » Read More
Background: Actinomycosis is a bacterial infection caused by Gram positive, non-acid fast, anaerobic or microacrophilic rods. Actinomycetes can be found in the normal flora of the oral cavity, as well as less commonly in the lower GIT and female genital tract but are not virulen [....] » Read More
Hepatocellular carcinoma affects more than 500,000 individuals annually, with a 5-year mortality rate of 95% or higher. By 2030, the number of deaths from liver cancer is projected to rise to more than one million. Kaempferide is a monomethoxyflavone that shows potent anticancer [....] » Read More
Background: Gastric dysplasia is not only a precancerous lesion, but also a neoplastic lesion. Although the relationship between gastric intestinal metaplasia (IM) and gastric cancer is currently controversial, gastric dysplasia can be detected in intestinal metaplastic glands. [....] » Read More
Endoscopic Submucosal Excavation (ESE) has been successfully applied to the resection of gastric Submucosal Tumors (SMTs), but rarely to colon SMTs duo to the inevitable perforation and subsequent peritonitis. The perforation is usually difficult to be closed in short time using [....] » Read More
Epiploic appendagitis (EA) is an inflammation of the epiploic appendage and is a rare cause of abdominal pain that often manifests with an acute onset of abdominal pain. Prevalence of this disease among the pediatric age group is unknown and is mentioned only in few case reports [....] » Read More
Colorectal Cancer(CRC) is the third most common cancer in men and the second most common in women throughout the world with an increase in the incidence and mortality, especially in rapidly transitioning countries. DNA mismatch repair deficient (dMMR) cancers account for around 1 [....] » Read More
Nowadays, the researchers following some adjunctive natural healings for gastro-Intestinal issues. Due to the side effects and temporary impacts of chemical drugs, the use of herbal drugs as a complementary drug along with chemical drugs is recommended for gastrointestinal and [....] » Read More
As H.pylori cases are increasing in the world, clinicians should be aware that H.pylori resistance rates to metronidazole and fluoroquinolone are variable geographically but highest in Hmong populations. Our case illustrates recurrent treatment failures of H. ylori leading to use [....] » Read More
Introduction: Gastritis is a general form of upper abdominal pain. With its high frequency and the copious non-surgical and surgical treatment options, we believe patients are likely searching the internet for questions applicable to gastritis. No investigation has ever been com [....] » Read More
We present a case of a 69-year-old asymptomatic male incidentally diagnosed with acute pancreatitis on imaging and subsequently found to have autoimmune pancreatitis with concurrent IgG4 sclerosing cholangitis. Patient had a favorable response to steroid therapy but relapsed due [....] » Read More
Introduction: 15-20% of human tumors are caused by viruses. Among them are cervical cancer, Burkitt's lymphoma, liver cancer and a number of others. Oncogenic viruses are also detected in colon cancers, but the relationship is less defined. Familial polyposis coli is an obli [....] » Read More
35 year old male presented with high grade fever with chills for 15 days, yellowish discoloration of eyes and urine, decreased urine output for 7 days and altered mental status for 3 days. On presentation, noted to have elevated temperature (101.9F), tachycardia (HR), tachypnea ( [....] » Read More
According to the data of the World Health Organization, most people in developed countries rely on traditional medicine to solve their primary medical care problems. Dandelion is a functional food and a homologous plant of medicine and food, which is rich in polysaccharides, tota [....] » Read More
Background: Diffuse large B cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is the most prevalent subtype of Non Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL), comprising around 25% of all NHLs.1 DLBCL typically presents with symptoms of nodal involvement but can have other various manifestations. Gastric DLBCL is uncommon, wi [....] » Read More
Globally, colon cancer ranks as one of the top causes of death related to cancer, showing different occurrence rates among various ethnic and racial populations. This variation may be attributed to a combination of genetic influences, environmental conditions, and lifestyle choic [....] » Read More
Colon cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, exhibiting varying incidence rates across different ethnic and racial groups. The Lumbee Indian population, native to North Carolina, represents a unique demographic group that, like many Indigenous communities [....] » Read More
Introduction: Gastritis is an inflammatory or dystrophic change that occurs in the mucous membrane of the stomach. The disease leads to a breakdown of the functions of these organs, as well as the development of atrophy of the epithelial cells, resulting in the formation of repl [....] » Read More
One of the main features of the project is the development and implementation of the project. It is generally known that the severity of acute pancreatitis is due not only to the nature and degree of damage to the pancreatic cells, but also to the degree of damage to the pancreat [....] » Read More
Title : Validation of GLAS (GP73+LG2m+Age+Sex) and ASAP (Age+Sex+AFP+PIVKA-II) algorithms for the management of liver fibrosis, cirrhosis and cancer
Philip M Hemken, Abbott Diagnostics Division R&D, United States
Diagnosis of liver disease at earlier stages can improve outcomes and reduce the risk of progression to malignancy. Liver biopsy is the gold standard for diagnosis of liver disease, but it is invasive and sample acquisition errors are common. Serum biomarkers for liver function a [....] » Read More
Title : Digesting the connection: Exploring the psychological impact of gastroenterology issues on mental and emotional well being
Tracy E Hill, MGS Products LLC, United States
This presentation delves into the intricate relationship between gastroenterology issues and their profound impact on an individual's mental and emotional health. Gastrointestinal disorders, ranging from common ailments to chronic conditions, often extend beyond the physical [....] » Read More
Title : Steatosis, even In type 1 diabetes mellitus
Ganavi.Y.P, Ramaiah Medical College, India
Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver Disease(MASLD) comprises hepatic steatosis without injury to steatosis, inflammation, hepatocyte injury with or without fibrosis. Nearly one fourth of the people with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1 DM) are estimated to be having MASLD (27.7%). [....] » Read More
Title : Gastrointestinal, nutritional, endocrine, and microbiota conditions in autism spectrum disorder
Loyacono Nicolas, Hospital de Clinicas Jose de San Martin, Argentina
Gastrointestinal, nutritional, metabolic, endocrine, and microbiota medical problems in pediatric patients diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are some of the coexisting medical conditions in ASD diagnosis. Their prevalence reaches more than 91 % for gastrointestinal pr [....] » Read More
Title : Menetrier's disease presenting as gastric outlet obstruction mimicking linitis plastica: A case report
Erika Johanna P Tanada, University of Santo Tomas Hospital, Philippines
Menetrier’s disease is a rare, acquired premalignant disorder of the stomach with thickened gastric folds associated with protein-losing enteropathy and H Pylori infection. The clinical presentation of Menetrier’s disease might cause diagnostic difficulty and can be m [....] » Read More
Title : The chameleon effect: A case of isolated pancreatic tuberculosis mimicking pancreatic cancer in young adult male with jaundice and hyperglycemia
Kristiann Lae Dano, Davao Regional Medical Center, Philippines
Introduction: Pancreatic Tuberculosis is considered a rare extrapulmonary source of Tuberculosis even on highly prevalent countries. The diagnosis can be challenging since the signs and symptoms can mimic pancreatic cancer. With the patient’s consent, this case report will [....] » Read More
Title : Comparison of minocycline and ornidazole-containing bismuth quadruple therapy and classical quadruple therapy as first-line for helicobacter pylori eradication: A prospective, multicenter, randomized clinical trial
Xueping Huang, Fujian Provincial Hospital, China
Background: The clinical application of bismuth quadruple therapy is often challenging due to the frequent adverse reactions and complicated administration of tetracycline and metronidazole. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy, compliance, and safety of minocycline, [....] » Read More
Title : The mechanism of associating liver partition and portal vein ligation: A systematic review
Junwei Zhang, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, China
Background: Associating liver partition and portal vein ligation for staged hepatectomy (ALPPS) was widely used in clinic. The mechanism of ALPPS need to be fully illustrated. Methods: The present systematic review aimed to examine existing data on the mechanism of ALPPS. El [....] » Read More
Title : Construction and validation of an unsupervised machine learning model based on RNA alternative splicing for the prognosis of non-metastatic gastric cancer
Zheng Jiang, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, China
Background: Alternative splicing (AS) is an important transcriptional regulatory mechanism, leading to polymorphisms in transcript and protein structure and function. This study aimed to establish more accurate prediction models for nonmetastatic gastric cancer by AS. Methods [....] » Read More
Title : Preliminary result from a prospective single-center randomized controlled study of No.6 lymph node dissection in improving the positive rate of lymph nodes in laparoscopic hepatic flexure of colon cancer
Liu Qizhi, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, China
D3 lymphadenectomy and Complete Mesocolic Excision (CME) are standard treatment for right colon cancer. Colon cancer of hepatic flexure is likely to have metastasis of the infrapyloric lymph nodes (No. 206), which are not regional Lymph Nodes (LN). LN dissection of No.206 group b [....] » Read More
Title : Liver Regeneration (LR): The treatment of liver failure and beyond
Jinhua Hu, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, China
Liver regeneration is an ancient and realistic topic. The mechanism of liver regeneration is well described in the PHx model, and it is generally believed that multiple signaling pathways, including Wnt/β-Catenin signaling, Notch signaling, mTOR signaling, etc. are important [....] » Read More
Title : Primary lleal Volvulus-a rare twist in an elderly patient: Case report
Srikant Agrawal, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Nepal
Background: Small bowel volvulus is a rare entity and it is even rarer for the ileum to undergo torsion without any known predisposing factors. It presents as acute abdomen with features of intestinal obstruction. As it is a life-threatening condition, it should be kept as a dif [....] » Read More
Title : Gastric epithelial attachment of helicobacter pylori induces EphA2 and NMHC-IIA receptors for epstein-barr virus
Sintayehu Fekadu, Hawassa University, Ethiopia
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-associated gastric cancer belongs to 1 of the 4 subtypes of gastric cancer and accounts for 10% of the total gastric cancers. However, most cases of gastric cancer have a history of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection. Therefore, we investigated t [....] » Read More
Title : Spectrum of clinical presentation in patients with chronic liver disease secondary to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Kanwal Butani, Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center, Pakistan
Introduction: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is the most common Chronic Liver Disease (CLD). NAFLD is recognized as an important public health problem nowadays and it encompasses a variety of liver pathologies including simple steatosis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepat [....] » Read More
Title : Safety and challenges of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography among elderly patients (Interim analysis)
Nosherwan Shahwani, Liaquat National Hospital, Pakistan
Introduction: The pancreaticobiliary diseases are common in the elderly. The prevalence of choledocholithiasis (bile duct stones) increases with age about four times compared with the younger population Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a routinely used di [....] » Read More
Title : The inhibitor of interleukin-3 protects against neutrophil infiltration in severe acute pancreatitis
Mohammed Merza, Hawler Medical University, Iraq
Background and purpose: Severe acute pancreatitis (AP) is linked with leukocyte infiltration and tissue necrosis, but the cellular signaling pathways driving organ destruction in the pancreas remain unknown. IL-3 is a powerful regulator of different cellular processes that [....] » Read More
Title : Open versus laparoscopic colectomy in management of severe ischemic colitis using a propensity score matched in comparison
Mohamed Eraki, Zagazig University, Egypt
Ischemic colitis is rarely treated by laparoscopy. The point of this review using of propensity score matched study to compare preoperative with intraoperative character and short-term outcome for severe and urgent cases of ischemic colitis. Methods techniques: [....] » Read More
Title : Pathophysiology and management of Esophageal Varices in current practice
Balwant Singh Gill, SGRD HOSPITAL, India
Esophageal Varices: Esophageal varices are dilated submucosal distal esophageal veins connecting the portal and systemic circulations. This happens due to portal hypertension (most commonly a result of cirrhosis), resistance to portal blood flow, and increased portal venous blood [....] » Read More
Title : Obstructive jaundice in the setting of Ampulla of Vater tumor
Bipneet Singh, Henry Ford Jackson, United States
Ampullary cancer forms in the ampulla of vater, an opening for CBD and pancreatic duct that enters theduodenum. This type of cancer is fairly rare accounting for less than 1% of all cancers affecting the gastrointestinal tract. 84 y.o. female presented with epigas [....] » Read More
Title : Missed case of wilson's disease
Bipneet Singh, Henry Ford Jackson, United States
34 year old female with history of alcohol use presented with bilateral lower limb weakness and had macrocytic anemia and elevated LFTs. She had undergone sleeve gastrectomy 2 years ago and with high suspicion of nutritional deficiency she was checked for B12 which turned out to [....] » Read More
Title : A case of gastric adenocarcinoma in the remnant stomach after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
William Song, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, United States
Gastric cancer is the 5th most common type of malignancy world-wide. Obesity has been associated with an increased risk of gastric cancer and Roux-en-Y is the most commonly performed surgical weight-loss procedure in the US. Gastric adenocarcinoma in the remnant stomach after Rou [....] » Read More
Title : Unveiling gender disparities in acute pancreatitis: A comprehensive analysis of mortality rates among hospitalized patients with infected necrosis
Hezborn Magacha, East Tennessee State University, United States
Background: Infected necrosis in acute pancreatitis is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The development of infection within necrotic pancreatic tissue can lead to a cascade of complications, and managing these complications is crucial for improving outcomes. [....] » Read More
Title : The impact of tranexamic acid administration on mortality rates in upper gastrointestinal bleeding: a comprehensive metaanalysis and systematic review
Masood Ahmed, Bolan Medical University, Pakistan
Background: Upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) is very critical medical condition related with high death rates. Tranexamic acid (TXA) has emerged as a potential therapeutic intervention to reduce bleeding and improve outcomes in UGIB patients. This comprehensive meta-analys [....] » Read More
Title : Rectal malignant melanoma: A second primary malignancy in a filipino adult male- A case report
Katrina Nicole R. Mejia, Cardinal Santos Medical Center, Philippines
Malignant melanoma is most commonly found on the skin and rarely occurs in the the rectal region. We report a case of a 77-year-old Filipino adult presenting with rectal bleeding for three weeks. He underwent sigmoidoscopy that showed thrombosed hemorrhoids; however, subsequent s [....] » Read More
Title : Pancreatic lipomatosis in two siblings presenting with steatorrhea: A case report
Michelle Dawn Ramos, Chong Hua Hospital, Philippines
Pancreatic lipomatosis is a rare disease with an unknown etiology characterized by the replacement of pancreatic acinar cells with adipose tissue associated with preservation of pancreatic duct and islet cell histology. In this paper, we report the case of two 40- and 46-year- [....] » Read More
Title : A novel gastroprotective effect of zeaxanthin against stress induced gastritis in male rats targeting the expression of HIF-1, TFF-1 and MMP-9 through PI3K/Akt/JNK signaling pathway
Eman Mohamad EL Nashar, King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia
Stress-induced gastritis is a common problem in the intensive care unit. Zeaxanthin (ZE), a non-provitamin A carotenoid has been known to exert antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. In this study, we examined the effect of ZE on water avoidance stress (WAS)-induced gastritis [....] » Read More