Effect of Cholecystectomy on Bubble Formation and Endoscopic Visualization: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the association between cholecystectomy and colonic bubble formation during colonoscopy, METHODS: A single-center retrospective cohort study was conducted at Staten Island University Hospital. Researchers reviewed 348 colonoscopy reports, comparing patients with (n = 56) and without (n = 292) a history of cholecystectomy. Colonic bubble formation was assessed using a 0-3 scale (0 = no bubbles, 3 = severe bubbles).

The Unmasking of Cytomegalovirus as an Accomplice to -Induced Severe Acute Gastroenteritis in a Healthy Host.

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) belongs to the family, and it is considered the largest virus to infect humans. Primary CMV infection frequently targets immunodeficient patients and is often symptomatic. However, it may remain latent or clinically unapparent for years in immunocompetent individuals.

The Association Between Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Retrospective Case-Control Study.

Background: Lung cancer is a leading cause of mortality in the USA. Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) contributes to 85% of all lung cancers. It is the most prevalent subtype amongst non-smokers, and its incidence has risen in the last 20 years.

infection in liver cirrhosis patients: A population-based study in United States.

Background: (formerly ) infection (CDI) is an increasingly frequent cause of morbidity and mortality in hospitalized patients. Multiple risk factors are documented in the literature that includes, but are not limited to, antibiotics use, advanced age, and gastric acid suppression. Several epidemiological studies have reported an increased incidence of CDI in advanced liver disease patients.

The unusual case of babesiosis causing disseminated intravascular coagulation with hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis.

Babesiosis is increasing in the elderly due to an age-related decline in immunity. Prompt diagnosis with blood smear and PCR prevent life-threatening complications, like DIC and HLH. Studies focusing on pathophysiology and risk factors are needed.

Esophageal Food Impaction: A Retrospective Chart Review.

Background: Esophageal food impaction (EFI) is the third most common non-biliary emergency in gastroenterology, with an annual incidence rate of 13 episodes per 100,000 person-years and 1,500 deaths per year. Patients presenting with food impaction often have underlying esophageal pathology. We evaluated the possible risk factors for EFI in our study.

A Comprehensive Review of Infectious Granulomatous Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract.

A granuloma is defined as a localized inflammatory reaction or a hypersensitive response to a nondegradable product leading to an organized collection of epithelioid histiocytes. Etiologies of granulomatous disorders can be divided into two broad categories: infectious and noninfectious (autoimmune conditions, toxins, etc.) causes.

Colorectal Metastasis from Ovarian Neoplasm Mimicking Primary Colon Cancer.

Metastasis to the colon from another primary internal malignancy is an untypical and a seldom reported entity. Direct visualization during colonoscopy is considered the gold standard of diagnosis. Pathologic diagnosis with immunohistochemical staining is essential to differentiate primary colorectal malignancy from secondary metastasis to the colon.

Sunitinib-Induced Acute Liver Failure.

Drug-induced liver injury is an uncommon but life-threatening entity. Sunitinib is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor used for advanced and imatinib-refractory gastrointestinal stromal tumors. It causes transient elevation in liver enzymes.

A Tale of Three Dieulafoy Lesions: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

A Dieulafoy lesion (DL) is a rare cause of non-variceal upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage. It is a large submucosal artery that lies in close proximity to the mucosal surface without any evidence overlying superficial ulcers. DLs can be found anywhere within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, but are frequently encountered within the stomach.

Over-the-Scope Clip to the Rescue! A Novel Tool for Refractory Acute Nonvariceal Upper Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage.

Nonvariceal upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage (NVUGIH) is more prevalent than lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage and carries a high risk of mortality in the elderly, especially those with significant cardiovascular comorbidities. Traditional endoscopic methods, such as through-the-scope clips, electrocautery, and epinephrine injection, are frequently used to control these bleeds; however, they carry a 10% risk of rebleeding, and this itself carries a mortality risk of 36%. The larger over-the-scope clips (OTSC) that were initially used for the closure of fistulas and perforations are now gradually being implemented to manage NVUGIH.

An Unconventional Diagnostic Method for Cryptosporidial Enteritis in a Healthy Host: Never Call It Quits!

Cryptosporidial enteritis has a rising incidence in the USA, mostly affecting immunocompromised individuals and children. It has a self-limiting course in healthy hosts. Herein, we present a unique case of a healthy middle-aged female who presented with a 1-month history of voluminous watery diarrhea and acute blood loss anemia.

Spontaneous Perforation of an Acalculous Hydropic Gallbladder in a Diabetic Patient With Neuropathy: An Underdiagnosed Entity.

Gallbladder hydrops (HGB) is often under-diagnosed due to the various diagnostic criteria used throughout the globe. It can be described as a progressive increase in the volume of the gallbladder in the absence of inflammation, or bacterial infection. The underlying mechanism involves biliary ductal obstruction due to gallstones.

Abdominal Wall Hematoma Secondary to Dissection of the Deep Circumflex Iliac Artery: A Rare Complication of Ultrasound-Guided Paracentesis.

Paracentesis of the abdominal cavity is carried out to analyze ascitic fluid for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. In recent years, the modern ultrasound-guided method is favored over the landmark-based approach as the latter carries a higher risk of complications. Dissection of the inferior epigastric artery is the most frequent complication encountered on either approach.

A Phantom of the Large Bowel.

Giant colonic diverticulum (GCD) is a diverticulum that is larger than 4 cm in diameter most commonly arising from the sigmoid colon. Patients with GCD are typically asymptomatic, and clinical manifestations vary from a soft palpable abdominal mass to diarrhea, which is well described in the literature. However, few studies have demonstrated a presentation of GCD with acute diverticulitis.