Accuracy of the Endoflip™ Functional Lumen Imaging Probe
Objective: Impedance Planimery has been demonstrated as a useful technique for assessing the cross sectional area of hollow lumens in the gastrointestinal tract. EndoFLIP™ represents the first commercial implementation of this technique, and provides cross sectional area/diameter measurements at mutiple points along the tract simultaneously. This study presents the first accuracy evaluation of the EndoFLIP™… Continue Reading
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
The Recurrence of Reflux Esophagitis After Laparoscopic Fundoplication for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Introduction: Despite the success rate of laparoscopic fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) at around 90%, the patients who need maintenance therapy of proton pump inhibitor or re-do surgery for recurrence of esophagitis post-operatively are recognized. The aim of this study was to analyze the characteristics of recurrence cases investigating our experienced patients.Methods: Two hundred… Continue Reading
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Analysis of Factors Contribute to Less Invasivenes of Laparoscopic Gastrectomy Compared with Conventional Open Surgery for Gastric Cancer Patients
INTRODUCTION: We have been reported that analysis of systemic inflammatory indicators showed lower responses after laparoscopic assisted distal gastrectomy (LADG) compared with conventional open distal gastrectomy (ODG)(Hayashi et al., Surg. Endosc., 2005). In order to analyze factors contributed to the lower systemic inflammatory response in patients after LADG, both peritoneal and systemic immune response were… Continue Reading
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Gastrointestinal Stenting As Bridge to Future Surgery
BACKGROUND: Gastrointestinal stenting is most often utilized for end-stage palliation for unresectable malignancy. We propose the concept of gastrointestinal (non-biliary) stenting as a bridge to surgery for benign conditions, as well as, neoadjuvant stenting for malignant diseases. METHOD: All stents were placed in the operating room under general anesthesia, with endoscopic and fluoroscopic techniques. All… Continue Reading
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Usefulness of Ultraflex Stents Setting for the Management of Tracheobronchial Stenoses in Esophageal Carcinnoma
Introduction: Airway stents have gained increasing popularity in the management of challenging tracheobronchial obstruction based on the simplicity of their placement and the lack of good alternative approaches. Careful and judicious stent placement has provided significant and life-saving airway improvement in many patients. We present our experience with the use of the ultraflex stents in… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Evolving National Practice Patterns for Management of Paraesophageal Hernia: A Population Based Study
EVOLVING NATIONAL PRACTICE PATTERNS FOR MANAGEMENT OF PARAESOPHAGEAL HERNIA: A POPULATION BASED STUDYThai H. Pham MD, Kyle A. Perry MD, Eugene Y. Chang MD, Brian S. Diggs PhD, John G Hunter MD, Brett C Sheppard MD. Department of Surgery, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR. Introduction: Based on studies from specialized centers, laparoscopic paraesophageal… Continue Reading
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Assessment of Gastric Conduit Ischemia Following Esophagectomy: The Role of Ct-scan Vs. Early Endoscopy
Background: Ischemia of the gastric conduit is a rare but devastating complication of esophagectomy. Fear of iatrogenic injury to the anastomosis by early endoscopy has resulted in use of CT scan for diagnosis of this complication which may lead to delay in diagnosis. The aim of this study was to assess the role of CT… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Lymph Node Dissection in Open Versus Laparoscopic Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer
Background: The development of laparoscopic surgery has been allowed its incorporation in the surgical treatment of gastric cancer. The number of lymph node dissected is one of the tools used to evaluate the quality of lymph node dissection in gastric cancer. The aim of this study was to compare the quality of lymph node dissection… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Laparoscopic Management of a Dislodged Peg Tube
Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tubes have revolutionized patient care. The procedure has relatively few complications and can provide an incredible benefit for patients. However, complications may arise and cause severe morbidity and sometimes mortality. We present a case of a 39 year old male who came to our institute after suffering severe head trauma from… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Esophagectomy in the Elderly: A Comparison Between Minimally Invasive and Open Techniques
Background: The purpose of this study was to determine if utilization of minimally invasive techniques for esophagectomy in the elderly results in decreased complications compared with traditional open esophagectomy. Methods: A retrospective, case-control study was performed comparing outcomes after minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) and open esophagectomy (OE) in elderly patients (age>70 years) over a 7… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Peritoneal Cytology in Upper Gi Cancers- Dilemma Continues
BackgroundTimely and accurate staging of oesophago-gastric cancer can prevent unnecessary surgical intervention and associated patient morbidity. Role of peritoneal cytology in staging of theses cancers is not well established. We conducted a survey among Upper GI surgeons to get their views regarding the role of peritoneal cytology in upper GI cancers. MethodsA questionnaire was designed… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Comparative Analysis of Effectiveness of Endoscopic Surgical Techniques in the Management of Oesophageal Cancer
Background: Open transthoracic oesophogectomy is a major procedure which is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Recently thoracoscopic procedures have offered a potentially advantageous alternative because of less operative trauma compared with thoracotomy. The aim of this study was to compare outcomes of open oesophagectomy(OE) with the best available minimally invasive technique, total minimally invasive… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Updated Experience with Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy At an Academic Institution: Comparison Between Open and Laparoscopic Transhiatal Approaches
Objective: Minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) is increasingly being incorporated into armamentarium of different techniques for esophagectomy. We report our initial experience with MIE and compare the outcomes to patients who underwent traditional TH approach. Method: A retrospective review was conducted of 14 patients who underwent MIE at a single academic institution from January 2008 to… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
The Impact of Gastric Tip Necrosis on Clinical Outcomes Following Esophagectomy.
IntroductionAnastomotic complications are frequently encountered in the setting of esophagectomy, with leak rates ranging from 10-20%. Complete necrosis of the gastric tip is a rare complication that can be associated with significant morbidity and impairment of quality of life. In the current study, we evaluated the perioperative outcomes of patients who developed gastric tip necrosis… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery
Old Age Does Not Affect Outcomes of Laparoscopic Esophagomyotomy and Dor Fundoplication for Achalasia
Introduction: The effectiveness of esophagomyotomy for improving swallowing in elderly patients with achalasia compared with younger ones has been questioned. This study was designed to provide an answer. Methods: 139 consecutive patients with esophageal achalasia who underwent laparoscopic esophagomyotomy and Dor fundoplication and who were available for telephone interview were divided into two groups by… Continue Reading
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- Posters
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- Esophageal / Gastric Surgery