AIM:To examine the expression of cyclooxygenase-2(COX-2)and prostaglandin E2(PGE2)in rat esophageal lesions induced by reflux of duodenal contents.METHODS:Thirt
Splenic artery aneurysm is one of the most common visceral aneurysms,and patients with this type of aneurysm often present without symptoms.However,when rupture
We report the case of a 57-year-old man who was diagnosed with a large unresectable cholangiocarcinoma associated with 2 satellite nodules and without clear mar
AIM:To compare the esophagogastric junction(EGJ)areas observed in sedated and non-sedated patients during esophagogastroduodenoscopy(EGD).METHODS:Data were coll
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