BACKGROUND This study examines the complex relationships among the neuroendocrine axis,gut microbiome,inflammatory responses,and gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with irritable bowel syndrome(IBS).The findings pr...BACKGROUND This study examines the complex relationships among the neuroendocrine axis,gut microbiome,inflammatory responses,and gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with irritable bowel syndrome(IBS).The findings provide new insights into the pathophysiology of IBS and suggest potential therapeutic targets for improving patient outcomes.AIM To investigate the interactions between the neuroendocrine axis,gut microbiome,inflammation,and gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with IBS.METHODS Patients diagnosed with IBS between January 2022 and January 2023 were selected for the study.Healthy individuals undergoing routine check-ups during the same period served as the control group.Data were collected on neuroendocrine hormone levels,gut microbiome profiles,inflammatory biomarkers,and gastrointestinal symptomatology to analyze their interrelations and their potential roles in IBS pathogenesis.RESULTS IBS patients exhibited significant dysregulation of the neuroendocrine axis,with altered levels of cortisol,serotonin,and neuropeptides compared to healthy controls.The gut microbiome of IBS patients showed reduced diversity and specific alterations in bacterial genera,including Bifidobacterium,Lactobacillus,and Faecalibacterium,which were associated with neuroendocrine disturbances.Additionally,elevated levels of inflammatory markers,such as C-reactive protein,interleukin-6,and tumor necrosis factor-α,were observed and correlated with the severity of gastrointestinal symptoms like abdominal pain,bloating,and altered bowel habits.CONCLUSION The findings suggest that targeting the neuroendocrine axis,gut microbiome,and inflammatory pathways may offer novel therapeutic strategies to alleviate symptoms and improve the quality of life in IBS patients.展开更多
Some laterally advanced cholangiocarcinomas behave as ductal spread or local invasion, and hepatopancreatoduodenectomy (HPD) may be performed for R0 resection. To date, there have been no reports of laparoscopic HPD (...Some laterally advanced cholangiocarcinomas behave as ductal spread or local invasion, and hepatopancreatoduodenectomy (HPD) may be performed for R0 resection. To date, there have been no reports of laparoscopic HPD (LHPD) in the English literature. We report the first case of LHPD for the resection of a Bismuth IIIa cholangiocarcinoma invading the duodenum. The patient underwent laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy and right hemihepatectomy. Child’s approach was used for the reconstruction. The patient recovered well with bile leakage from the 2<sup>nd</sup> postoperative day and was discharged on the 16<sup>th</sup> postoperative day with a drainage tube in place which was removed 2 wk after discharge. Postoperative pathology revealed a well-differentiated cholangiocarcinoma and the margin of liver parenchyma, pancreas and stomach was negative for metastases. The results suggest that LHPD is a feasible and safe procedure when performed in highly specialized centers and in suitable patients with cholangiocarcinoma.展开更多
AIM: To describe the clinical characteristics, technical procedures, and outcomes of patients undergoing laparoscopic spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy (LSPDP) for benign and malignant pancreatic neoplasms.
Gastric adenosquamous carcinoma(ASC)is a rare type of gastric cancer.It is a mixed neoplasm,consisting of glandular cells and squamous cells.It is often diagnosed at an advanced stage,thus carrying a poor prognosis.We...Gastric adenosquamous carcinoma(ASC)is a rare type of gastric cancer.It is a mixed neoplasm,consisting of glandular cells and squamous cells.It is often diagnosed at an advanced stage,thus carrying a poor prognosis.We describe a case of a 73-year-old male,who presented with refractory fever and an intra-abdominal mass on imaging.He underwent a laparoscopic exploration followed by a successful totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy with D2 lymphadenectomy for gastric cancer.Postoperative pathology revealed primary gastric ASC(T4aN0M0).The patient received adjuvant radiotherapy and chemotherapy with S1 and is alive 20mo after surgery without recurrence.This is the first case of advanced gastric ASC with fever as the initial presentation treated with totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy reported in the English literature.展开更多
Finite element method is used to study the formations of the penetration jet,the bulge,and the burr in the designed reusable perforating gun.The attached layer of the soft metal on the perforator is studied for the co...Finite element method is used to study the formations of the penetration jet,the bulge,and the burr in the designed reusable perforating gun.The attached layer of the soft metal on the perforator is studied for the controlling of the bulge height on the casing of the reusable perforating gun.Results indicate that the shaped charge jet is initially formed in the center of the shaped charge liner and then the material of the liner is driven to the centerline of the liner by the detonation wave.The attachment of the soft metal layer to the cartridge of the perforator can be beneficial to control the bulge height.The design on the blind holes on the casing can affect the burr height formed by the collision between the jet and the casing.With the increase in the liner angle,the penetration width on the cement wall of the wellbore is increased.展开更多
BACKGROUND Trauma is a common cause of pancreatic duct disruption.Surgical treatment is recommended in current clinical guidelines for adult pancreatic injury because non-surgical treatments have higher risks of serio...BACKGROUND Trauma is a common cause of pancreatic duct disruption.Surgical treatment is recommended in current clinical guidelines for adult pancreatic injury because non-surgical treatments have higher risks of serious complications or even death compared with surgical treatment.CASE SUMMARY A 22-year-old woman was admitted to Tiantai People’s Hospital of Zhejiang Province after 1-h duration of abdominal pain and distension following trauma.The diagnosis was“traumatic pancreatic rupture”.The patient’s symptoms were not severe,her vital signs were stable,and signs of peritonitis were not obvious.Therefore,conservative treatment could be considered,with the possibility of emergency surgery if necessary.After 2 mo of conservative treatment with duct drainage,the pancreatic duct healed spontaneously with no significant complications.CONCLUSION We report a case of pancreatic duct disruption in the head and neck caused by trauma that was treated conservatively and healed spontaneously,providing a new choice for clinical practice.For isolated pancreatic injury with rupture of the pancreatic duct in the head and neck,conservative treatment under close observation is feasible.展开更多
Objective: To compare the peri-operative outcomes for laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy(LDP) and open distal pancreatectomy(ODP) for benign or premalignant pancreatic neoplasms in two institutions. Methods: Thi...Objective: To compare the peri-operative outcomes for laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy(LDP) and open distal pancreatectomy(ODP) for benign or premalignant pancreatic neoplasms in two institutions. Methods: This prospective comparative study included 91 consecutive patients who underwent LDP(n=45) or ODP(n=46) from Jan. 2010 to Dec. 2012. Demographics, intra-operative characteristics, and post-operative outcomes were compared. Results: The median operating time in the LDP group was(158.7±38.3) min compared with(92.2±24.1) min in the ODP group(P〈0.001). Patients had lower blood loss in LDP than in the ODP((122.6±61.1) ml vs.(203.1±84.8) ml, P〈0.001). The rates of splenic conservation between the LDP and ODP groups were similar(53.3% vs. 47.8%, P=0.35). All spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomies were conducted with vessel preservation. LDP also demonstrated better post-operative outcomes. The time to oral intake and normal daily activities was faster in the LDP group than in the ODP group((1.6±0.5) d vs.(3.2±0.7) d, P〈0.01;(1.8±0.4) d vs.(2.1±0.6) d, P=0.02, respectively), and the postoperative length of hospital stay in LDP was shorter than that in ODP((7.9±3.8) d vs.(11.9±5.8) d, P=0.006). No difference in tumor size((4.7±3.2) cm vs.(4.5±1.8) cm, P=0.77) or overall pancreatic fistula rate(15.6% vs. 19.6%, P=0.62) was found between the groups, while the overall post-operative complication rate was lower in the LDP group(26.7% vs. 47.8%, P=0.04). Conclusions: LDP is safe and effective for benign or premalignant pancreatic neoplasms, featuring lower blood loss and substantially faster recovery.展开更多
of main observation and conclusion A DMAP(2-dimethylaminopyridine)-catalyzed condensation reactions for the successful direct construction of pyrimidoll^-ajbenzimidazole or imidazoll^-ojpyrim idine has been developed....of main observation and conclusion A DMAP(2-dimethylaminopyridine)-catalyzed condensation reactions for the successful direct construction of pyrimidoll^-ajbenzimidazole or imidazoll^-ojpyrim idine has been developed.The method utilizes readily available a-bromocinnamaldehydes with 2-aminobenzimidazole or 2-aminoimidazole as starting materials in the presence of 2-DMAP/TBHP.In the process,two C-N bonds were successfully constructed to synthesize target compounds.The current method features wide substrate scope,product diversification,and metal-free conditions.展开更多
文摘BACKGROUND This study examines the complex relationships among the neuroendocrine axis,gut microbiome,inflammatory responses,and gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with irritable bowel syndrome(IBS).The findings provide new insights into the pathophysiology of IBS and suggest potential therapeutic targets for improving patient outcomes.AIM To investigate the interactions between the neuroendocrine axis,gut microbiome,inflammation,and gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with IBS.METHODS Patients diagnosed with IBS between January 2022 and January 2023 were selected for the study.Healthy individuals undergoing routine check-ups during the same period served as the control group.Data were collected on neuroendocrine hormone levels,gut microbiome profiles,inflammatory biomarkers,and gastrointestinal symptomatology to analyze their interrelations and their potential roles in IBS pathogenesis.RESULTS IBS patients exhibited significant dysregulation of the neuroendocrine axis,with altered levels of cortisol,serotonin,and neuropeptides compared to healthy controls.The gut microbiome of IBS patients showed reduced diversity and specific alterations in bacterial genera,including Bifidobacterium,Lactobacillus,and Faecalibacterium,which were associated with neuroendocrine disturbances.Additionally,elevated levels of inflammatory markers,such as C-reactive protein,interleukin-6,and tumor necrosis factor-α,were observed and correlated with the severity of gastrointestinal symptoms like abdominal pain,bloating,and altered bowel habits.CONCLUSION The findings suggest that targeting the neuroendocrine axis,gut microbiome,and inflammatory pathways may offer novel therapeutic strategies to alleviate symptoms and improve the quality of life in IBS patients.
基金Supported by Zhejiang Key Subject of Medical Science Foundation,grant No.11-CX-21The Health and Family Planning Commission of Zhejiang Province,No.2012KYB113
文摘Some laterally advanced cholangiocarcinomas behave as ductal spread or local invasion, and hepatopancreatoduodenectomy (HPD) may be performed for R0 resection. To date, there have been no reports of laparoscopic HPD (LHPD) in the English literature. We report the first case of LHPD for the resection of a Bismuth IIIa cholangiocarcinoma invading the duodenum. The patient underwent laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy and right hemihepatectomy. Child’s approach was used for the reconstruction. The patient recovered well with bile leakage from the 2<sup>nd</sup> postoperative day and was discharged on the 16<sup>th</sup> postoperative day with a drainage tube in place which was removed 2 wk after discharge. Postoperative pathology revealed a well-differentiated cholangiocarcinoma and the margin of liver parenchyma, pancreas and stomach was negative for metastases. The results suggest that LHPD is a feasible and safe procedure when performed in highly specialized centers and in suitable patients with cholangiocarcinoma.
基金Supported by Grants from Department of Health of Zhejiang Province,China,No.2011ZHB003 and No.2013RCB010
文摘AIM: To describe the clinical characteristics, technical procedures, and outcomes of patients undergoing laparoscopic spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy (LSPDP) for benign and malignant pancreatic neoplasms.
基金Supported by Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province,China,grant No.LQ13H160007
文摘Gastric adenosquamous carcinoma(ASC)is a rare type of gastric cancer.It is a mixed neoplasm,consisting of glandular cells and squamous cells.It is often diagnosed at an advanced stage,thus carrying a poor prognosis.We describe a case of a 73-year-old male,who presented with refractory fever and an intra-abdominal mass on imaging.He underwent a laparoscopic exploration followed by a successful totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy with D2 lymphadenectomy for gastric cancer.Postoperative pathology revealed primary gastric ASC(T4aN0M0).The patient received adjuvant radiotherapy and chemotherapy with S1 and is alive 20mo after surgery without recurrence.This is the first case of advanced gastric ASC with fever as the initial presentation treated with totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy reported in the English literature.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(11572074)Liaoning Provincial Natural Science Foundation(2019-KF-05-07)。
文摘Finite element method is used to study the formations of the penetration jet,the bulge,and the burr in the designed reusable perforating gun.The attached layer of the soft metal on the perforator is studied for the controlling of the bulge height on the casing of the reusable perforating gun.Results indicate that the shaped charge jet is initially formed in the center of the shaped charge liner and then the material of the liner is driven to the centerline of the liner by the detonation wave.The attachment of the soft metal layer to the cartridge of the perforator can be beneficial to control the bulge height.The design on the blind holes on the casing can affect the burr height formed by the collision between the jet and the casing.With the increase in the liner angle,the penetration width on the cement wall of the wellbore is increased.
基金Supported by Traditional Chinese medicine Science and Technology Project of Zhejiang Province,No.2020ZB029。
文摘BACKGROUND Trauma is a common cause of pancreatic duct disruption.Surgical treatment is recommended in current clinical guidelines for adult pancreatic injury because non-surgical treatments have higher risks of serious complications or even death compared with surgical treatment.CASE SUMMARY A 22-year-old woman was admitted to Tiantai People’s Hospital of Zhejiang Province after 1-h duration of abdominal pain and distension following trauma.The diagnosis was“traumatic pancreatic rupture”.The patient’s symptoms were not severe,her vital signs were stable,and signs of peritonitis were not obvious.Therefore,conservative treatment could be considered,with the possibility of emergency surgery if necessary.After 2 mo of conservative treatment with duct drainage,the pancreatic duct healed spontaneously with no significant complications.CONCLUSION We report a case of pancreatic duct disruption in the head and neck caused by trauma that was treated conservatively and healed spontaneously,providing a new choice for clinical practice.For isolated pancreatic injury with rupture of the pancreatic duct in the head and neck,conservative treatment under close observation is feasible.
基金Project supported by the Department of Health of Zhejiang Province,China(Nos.2011ZHB003 and 2013RCB010)
文摘Objective: To compare the peri-operative outcomes for laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy(LDP) and open distal pancreatectomy(ODP) for benign or premalignant pancreatic neoplasms in two institutions. Methods: This prospective comparative study included 91 consecutive patients who underwent LDP(n=45) or ODP(n=46) from Jan. 2010 to Dec. 2012. Demographics, intra-operative characteristics, and post-operative outcomes were compared. Results: The median operating time in the LDP group was(158.7±38.3) min compared with(92.2±24.1) min in the ODP group(P〈0.001). Patients had lower blood loss in LDP than in the ODP((122.6±61.1) ml vs.(203.1±84.8) ml, P〈0.001). The rates of splenic conservation between the LDP and ODP groups were similar(53.3% vs. 47.8%, P=0.35). All spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomies were conducted with vessel preservation. LDP also demonstrated better post-operative outcomes. The time to oral intake and normal daily activities was faster in the LDP group than in the ODP group((1.6±0.5) d vs.(3.2±0.7) d, P〈0.01;(1.8±0.4) d vs.(2.1±0.6) d, P=0.02, respectively), and the postoperative length of hospital stay in LDP was shorter than that in ODP((7.9±3.8) d vs.(11.9±5.8) d, P=0.006). No difference in tumor size((4.7±3.2) cm vs.(4.5±1.8) cm, P=0.77) or overall pancreatic fistula rate(15.6% vs. 19.6%, P=0.62) was found between the groups, while the overall post-operative complication rate was lower in the LDP group(26.7% vs. 47.8%, P=0.04). Conclusions: LDP is safe and effective for benign or premalignant pancreatic neoplasms, featuring lower blood loss and substantially faster recovery.
基金We are grateful to the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.21961037,21702175 and 21572195).
文摘of main observation and conclusion A DMAP(2-dimethylaminopyridine)-catalyzed condensation reactions for the successful direct construction of pyrimidoll^-ajbenzimidazole or imidazoll^-ojpyrim idine has been developed.The method utilizes readily available a-bromocinnamaldehydes with 2-aminobenzimidazole or 2-aminoimidazole as starting materials in the presence of 2-DMAP/TBHP.In the process,two C-N bonds were successfully constructed to synthesize target compounds.The current method features wide substrate scope,product diversification,and metal-free conditions.