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GE: Portuguese Journal of Gastroenterology
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ISSN 2341-4545 · Karger Publishers · 931 artikel di indeks
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Assessment of the Diagnostic Yield of Multiple Rapid Swallows in Symptomatic Patients with Normal High-Resolution Esophageal Manometry
Introduction: Multiple rapid swallows (MRS) is a provocative maneuver used to assess contractile reserve (CR) in ineffective esophageal motility, but its clinical role in symptomatic patients with normal high-resolution esophageal manometry (HREM) remains unclear. Thus, we aimed to assess the…
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Incidence of Precancerous Lesions Among Patients Aged 40 to 45 Years Who Underwent Screening Colonoscopy
Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common cancer worldwide and ranks second among cancer-related deaths in the United Arab Emirates. While most international guidelines recommend CRC screening beginning at age 50 or 45, the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre recommends screening from…
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Duodenal spindle cell lipoma: an uncommon cause of gastrointestinal bleeding – a case report
We present the case of a 60-year-old woman who was admitted to the emergency room with a two-day history of black stools and asthenia. She denied hematemesis. Her blood tests revealed iron deficiency anemia (Hb 7.4 g/dL). Upper endoscopy identified a pedunculated polypoid lesion with congested…
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Jejunojejunal Intussusception by Ascaris lumbricoides - A Case Report
Adult intussusception is a rare clinical entity, accounting for a small fraction of bowel obstructions, with the vast majority of cases driven by underlying structural lesions, neoplasms, or malignancies [1]. Consequently, jejunojejunal intussusception caused by an Ascaris lumbricoides infestation…
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High Prevalence of Patient Intolerance to Unsedated Esophagogastroduodenoscopy: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Portuguese Population
Introduction: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is a diagnostic and therapeutic procedure increasingly performed worldwide that can be done with or without sedation. Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate how common EGD intolerance without sedation is among a group of patients in a Western…
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When Pancreatitis Strikes the Colon: A Rare Case Report of Sigmoid Perforation
Introduction: Acute pancreatitis is a potentially severe condition that can lead to both local and systemic complications. Colonic complications are uncommon but include fistula formation and perforation, both of which are associated with high morbidity and mortality. This is a case of colon…
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Widespread Metastatic Uveal Melanoma with Gastrointestinal and Gallbladder Involvement: A Case Report
Introduction: Melanoma is a malignant tumour arising from melanocytes, with cutaneous melanoma accounting for the vast majority of cases. Less frequently, melanomas originate from extracutaneous melanocytes, including those of the uveal tract. Although primary gastrointestinal melanomas exist…
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Malignant Small Bowel Neoplasms: A 20-Year Retrospective Analysis in a Tertiary Center
Introduction: Malignant small bowel neoplasms are rare entities, and knowledge about them remains limited due to their histological diversity and the challenges associated with their investigation. However, their rising incidence has generated increasing clinical and research interest. This study…
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Quality of Care in Inflammatory Bowel Disease through Patients’ Eyes: Validation of the Portuguese Version of IQCARO-QoC Questionnaire
Introduction: Patients’ perspectives on quality of care are increasingly recognized as a critical dimension of healthcare quality yet remain insufficiently assessed. The IQCARO-QoC is a questionnaire designed to capture perceptions of care of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients, as well as to…
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The Impact of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus on Hepatic Fibrosis in Patients with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study
Aims: The aim of the study was to evaluate the impact of type 2 diabetes on hepatic fibrosis in patients with MASLD. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study used retrospective data from patients with MASLD who underwent liver elastography between July 2022 and February 2024. Controlled…
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Hepatic Hydrothorax: A Comprehensive Approach to Diagnosis and Management
Background: Hepatic hydrothorax (HH) is an uncommon but serious complication of advanced cirrhosis, characterized by transudative pleural effusion in the absence of cardiopulmonary or renal pathology. Despite its relatively low prevalence, HH carries significant morbidity and mortality, often…
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Beyond Biopsy: Real-World Evaluation of the Fibrosis-6 Score in a Portuguese Cohort
Introduction: Liver fibrosis is a key determinant of morbidity and mortality in chronic liver disease. Noninvasive scores such as fibrosis-4 index (FIB-4) and AST-to-platelet ratio index (APRI) are widely used, but their accuracy varies across populations. Fibrosis-6 score (FIB-6), a novel…
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Chronic Intestinal Failure: Portuguese Overview and Future Perspectives
Background: Chronic intestinal failure (CIF) is a rare and complex condition in which patients require long-term intravenous supplementation to maintain health and quality of life. Across Europe, initiatives led by the European Society of Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN) and the European…
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Managing Advanced Fibrolamellar Carcinoma at Stage IV: A Case Report
Introduction: Fibrolamellar carcinoma (FLC) is a rare primary liver malignancy that predominantly affects young individuals without underlying liver disease, distinguishing it from typical hepatocellular carcinoma. It is characterized by the DNAJB1-PRKACA fusion gene, which is believed to drive…
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The Vanishing Colorectal Tumor: Lessons from an Illustrative Case Report
Introduction: Colorectal cancer is the most frequent digestive neoplasia and is usually diagnosed by colonoscopy. Treatment is contingent on staging and other factors and generally includes a combination of endoscopic or surgical resection, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. Case Presentation: A…