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Martian dust storm impact on atmospheric HO and D/H observed by ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.

Global dust storms on Mars are rare but can affect the Martian atmosphere for several months. They can cause changes in atmospheric dynamics and inflation of the atmosphere, primarily owing to solar heating of the dust. In turn, changes in atmospheric dynamics can affect the distribution of atmospheric water vapour, with potential implications for the atmospheric photochemistry and climate on Mars.

The integrity of colonic anastomoses following the intraperitoneal administration of oxaliplatin.

Introduction: The purpose of this experimental study was to determine the effect of oxaliplatin on the integrity of colonic anastomoses which were under oxaliplatin administration.

Materials And Methods: Thirty rats were randomized to two groups. After resection of a 1-cm segment of the transverse colon, an end-to-end sutured anastomosis was performed.

Mirizzi syndrome with a fistula at the confluence of the hepatic ducts.

Background: A rare case of Mirizzi syndrome with atypical presentation is reported.

Case Report: An 81-year-old woman with a known history of cholelithiasis presented with epigastric discomfort and indigestion. Imaging investigations revealed Mirizzi syndrome, while a cholecystobiliary fistula at the junction of the hepatic ducts was recognized intraoperatively and treated successfully with cholecystectomy and Roux-en-Y hepaticojejunostomy.

Feasibility of therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography for bile duct stones in nonagenarians: a single unit audit.

Background: Little information is available on short and long-term outcome of therapeutic endoscopic retrograde colangiopancreatography (ERCP) for choledocholithiasis in nonagenarians (>=90 years). The aim of this study was to evaluate retrospectively the feasibility of therapeutic ERCP in nonagenarians with choledocholithiasis, as compared with patients aged between 75 and 89 years.

Patients And Methods: During a 9-year period, therapeutic ERCP was performed for choledocholithiasis in 33 nonagenarian patients (group A) and 272 patients aged 75 to 89 years (group B).

A short course of preoperative radiotherapy improves prognosis of operable rectal carcinoma: a case control study.

Background/aims: Randomized Swedish studies demonstrate the efficacy of a 5-fraction course of preoperative radiotherapy for rectal carcinoma. The present study evaluates the results in a single Greek institution over a 10-year period, with a similar regimen.

Methodology: During the period of 1995-2000, 150 consecutive patients with Dukes' B or C rectal cancer were matched to receive preoperative radiotherapy (Group I) or not (Group II).

Management of Boerhaave's syndrome: report of three cases.

From 2000 to 2005, three patients with Boerhaave's syndrome were successfully managed in our Department. Two of them received the appropriate treatment belatedly, with primary closure and bolstering tissue wrap. One of them required further intervention with a cervical esophagostomy and exclusion of the perforated esophagus.

Retained gallbladder remnant after laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Background: Upper abdominal pain and other symptoms may recur after cholecystectomy, often presenting a diagnostic challenge. We will analyze 3 cases of gallbladder remnants, containing stones that presented with recurrent biliary symptoms.

Patients And Methods: Three patients have presented to our clinic with recurrent biliary symptoms, after laparoscopic cholecystectomy, over the last 5 years.

A single-center experience in the management of Altemeier-Klatskin tumors.

Aim: of this study is to present our experience in the management of patients with Altemeier-Klatskin tumor, with particular focus on the risk factors that influence survival after tumor resection.

Methods: Over a 15-year period, 37 patients with hilar cholangiocarcinoma were managed in our Department. The mean age of the patients was 62.

Management of nonfunctioning pancreatic endocrine tumors in the context of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 syndrome.

Unlabelled: The aim of our study is to present our experience in the surgical treatment of nonfunctioning pancreatic endocrine tumors (NFPETs) in patients with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN-1).

Patients And Method: Between 1996 and 2006 a total of 11 patients with clinically confirmed MEN 1 syndrome were monitored in an annual screening program that included evaluation of the pancreas. Our policy was to use Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) in combination with biochemical screening in an effort to early diagnose and categorize the pancreatic involvement in MEN-1.

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy without intraoperative cholangiography.

Background: The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate the outcome of laparoscopic cholecystectomies (LCs) performed in our Academic Surgical Unit, and the impact of our policy not to perform intraoperative cholangiograms (IOCs) on the incidence of bile duct injuries (BDIs).

Materials And Methods: Data was collected for the time period from 1992 (when the laparoscopic procedure was first introduced in our Unit) until 2005. During this time, 1851 patients underwent an LC.

Pseudoaneurysm of the popliteal artery complicated by peroneal mononeuropathy in a 4-year-old child: report of a case.

Pseudoaneurysms of the popliteal artery (PPA) rarely occur in children. In fact, we found only 10 cases reported in the medical literature. We report the case of a 4-year-old boy who presented with a painful palpable mass in the right popliteal fossa.

Influence of the stable prostacyclin analog iloprost on the healing of colonic anastomosis in rats.

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate whether iloprost injected intraperitoneally immediately after colon resection can improve anastomotic healing on the fifth and eighth postoperative days.

Methods: Forty Wistar rats were randomised into 2 equal groups. After the resection of a 1 cm segment of transverse colon, an end to end sutured anastomosis was generated.

Effect of IGF-I on healing of colonic anastomoses in rats under 5-FU treatment.

Background: The aim of this experimental study was to investigate whether insulin-like growth factor I (IGF-I) can protect the colonic healing from the adverse effects of intraperitoneal administration of 5-fluorouracil (5-FU).

Materials And Methods: Eighty male Wistar rats were randomized into four groups of 20 rats each. Immediately after anastomoses were performed, rats in the control group were injected with 1 mL/100 gr of intraperitoneal saline solution, which was repeated daily until killed.

Long-term results after stapled haemorrhoidopexy for fourth-degree haemorrhoids: a prospective study with median follow-up of 6 years.

Background: The aim of our study was to assess our early and long-term results after stapled haemorrhoidopexy for fourth-degree haemorrhoids.

Methods: Our study covers the time period from 1998 to 2002 and consists of 56 consecutive patients (33 men) with fourthdegree haemorrhoids who underwent stapled haemorrhoidopexy.

Results: During the postoperative period, 6 patients (10.

A single center experience in minimally invasive treatment of postcholecystectomy bile leak, complicated with biloma formation.

Background: Bilomas are localized collections of bile occurring usually post-operatively from an injured cystic or bile duct. Our study aims to evaluate the efficacy of minimal access endoscopic and percutaneous modalities in treating symptomatic bile leak and biloma formation.

Patients And Methods: Sixteen patients with biloma after open or laparoscopic cholecystectomy underwent assessment of the site and extent of the bile leak via endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (ERC).

Contribution of insulin-like growth factor I to the healing of colonic anastomoses in rats.

The aim of this experimental study was to investigate the contribution of insulin-like growth factor I (IGF)-I in the colonic healing process when injected intraperitoneally after colon resection. Forty male Wistar rats were used. Rats in the control group were injected with 3 mL of a solution of 0.

Effect of iloprost on impaired anastomotic healing caused by 5-fluorouracil plus leucovorin.

Purpose: This experimental study was designed to investigate whether iloprost can reverse impaired colonic healing caused by immediate postoperative intraperitoneal administration of 5-fluorouracil plus leucovorin.

Methods: Eighty Wistar rats were randomized into four groups. After resection of a 1-cm segment of transverse colon, an end-to-end sutured anastomosis was generated.

Bloodless laparoscopic liver resection using radiofrequency thermal energy in the porcine model.

The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility and safety of laparoscopic hepatectomy using radiofrequency (RF) thermal energy in a porcine model. Fifteen female domestic pigs weighing 29.3 kg (range 25 to 35 kg) were used.

Effect of 5-fluorouracil plus interferon on the integrity of colonic anastomoses covering with fibrin glue.

Background: It has been well established that the immediate postoperative intraperitoneal administration of chemotherapeutic agents such as 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) after curative colon resection for colon cancer destroys disseminated cancer cells and inhibits micrometastases but also inhibits anastomotic healing. On the other hand, the application of fibrin glue constitutes a physical barrier around the anastomosis and may prevent anastomotic leakage. The purpose of this experimental study was to determine the effect of 5-FU plus interferon (IFN)-alpha-2a on the integrity of colonic anastomoses covered with fibrin glue when injected intraperitoneally immediately after colon resection.

Endoscopic management strategies in relation to the severity of acute cholangitis.

Background And Study Aims: Acute cholangitis (AC) and especially suppurative cholangitis due to biliary lithiasis is an emergency situation that requires urgent biliary decompression. The aim of the study is to present our policy for the treatment of AC due to choledocholithiasis, endoscopically.

Methods: In a 4-year period, 71 patients presenting AC, due to lithiasis, underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography and endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES).

Value of carcinoembryonic antigen assay in predicting hepatic metastases, local recurrence, and survival after curative resection of colorectal cancer.

Purpose: We measured carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) levels in peripheral and portal venous blood, and bile from patients with colorectal cancer, to determine its role in predicting hepatic metastases, local recurrence, and survival.

Methods: The subjects were 73 patients who underwent curative surgery for colorectal cancer.

Results: The median serum, bile, and portal CEA levels were significantly lower in 5-year survivors than in patients in whom hepatic metastases or recurrent disease subsequently developed.

The effect of insulin-like growth factor I on healing of colonic anastomoses in cortisone-treated rats.

Purpose: This study was designed to investigate whether intraperitoneally injected insulin-like growth factor I is able to protect colonic healing from the adverse effects of hydrocortisone therapy.

Methods: Eighty female Wistar rats were randomized into four groups (20 rats each). After resection of a segment of transverse colon, an end-to-end anastomosis was performed.