Publications by authors named "Sergio Cavenati"
Infection Control Practices and Outcomes of Endoscopy Units in the Lombardy Region of Italy: A Survey From the Italian Society of Digestive Endoscopy During COVID-19 Spread.
J Clin Gastroenterol
October 2021
Article Synopsis
- The survey aimed to evaluate infection control practices and outcomes in Digestive Endoscopy Units in Lombardy, a region severely affected by COVID-19.
- Most participating centers adapted their operations in line with recommendations, with a majority having necessary protective gear, but few had negative-pressure rooms.
- Higher COVID-19 rates were observed among endoscopists and nurses, indicating significant risks of viral spread in endoscopy settings, despite overall good adherence to safety guidelines.
Background & Aims: Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is effective and safe for the removal of neoplastic lesions in the general population, but its role in patients with cirrhosis is not clear. We evaluated data on feasibility and safety of ESD for gastric lesions in cirrhotic patients.
Methods: A systematic review of the literature with pooled-data analysis was performed.
Objectives: Efficacy of symbiotics in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) remains unknown.
Methods: Patients were randomized to a prebiotic (n=135), or a symbiotic formulation containing Lactobacillus paracasei B21060 (Flortec, n=132). Primary efficacy was the responder rate for pain and global relief of symptoms in the overall population and in patients with predominant diarrhea (n=47).