Publications by authors named "Ryusuke Yagi"
Clinical Characteristics and Long-Term Efficacy of Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy in Pediatric Achalasia.
J Gastroenterol Hepatol
June 2025
Background And Aims: Pediatric achalasia and peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) are not well investigated. This study aimed to examine the clinical characteristics of pediatric achalasia and evaluate the long-term outcomes of POEM.
Methods: We conducted a multicenter study across 14 high-volume centers, comparing the clinical characteristics of children (aged < 18 years) diagnosed with achalasia to those of adults (aged < 65 years).
A 14-year-old girl presented with diarrhea and bloody stools was initially diagnosed with infectious colitis and anal fissure. The patient was treated with antibiotics; however, the symptoms persisted and purpura appeared on the patient's lower abdomen. Abdominal computed tomography indicated diffuse wall thickening of the entire colon.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFExpert consensus on vaccination in patients with inflammatory bowel disease in Japan.
J Gastroenterol
February 2023
Article Synopsis
- Immunosuppressive therapies for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can impact how well vaccines work and their safety, making vaccination decisions crucial before starting treatment.
- A consensus was created to help guide both physicians and patients in Japan about vaccinations for those with IBD, focusing on vaccine-preventable diseases, while excluding COVID-19 and cervical cancer.
- The consensus addresses 19 key clinical questions across four topics, providing essential information for managing vaccination in pediatric and adult IBD patients, promoting informed decision-making in everyday medical practice.