Experimental study on effect of recombinant human growth hormone combined with chemotherapy on stomach neoplasms implanted in nude mice

Objective: To investigate the effect of different doses of recombined growth hormone (rhGH) on stomach neo- plasms implanted in nude mice, and its efficacy in combining with chemotherapy (flurouracil, 5-FU). Methods: Human stom- ach neoplasms model was established in nude mice. The nude mice were divided into control group, moderate-dose of rhGH group, low-dose rhGH group, 5-FU group, moderate-dose rhGH/5-FU group, and low-dose rhGH/5-FU group. The results of each group were observed after ten days. Results: After therapy, the body mass of rhGH groups was significantly increased compared with control group (P<0.05), the body mass of rhGH/5-FU groups was significantly increased compared with 5-FU group (P<0.05), but it was no significant difference between rhGH/5-FU groups and control group (P>0.05). The average tumor mass and volume of rhGH groups were not significantly increased compared with control group (P>0.05), but they were significantly reduced in 5-FU group and rhGH/5-FU groups (P<0.05). They were no significant difference between rhGH/5- FU groups and 5-FU group (P>0.05). After treatment, the percentages of S, G0/G1 and G2/M phases and proliferation index (PI) were not significantly changed in rhGH groups compared with control group (P>0.05), and the same with rhGH/5-FU groups compared with 5-FU group (P>0.05). The difference caused by dose of rhGH was not significant. Conclusion: rhGH enhances body mass, does not stimulate tumor growth, and has no adverse effects on tumor bearing nude mice. Combined with flurouracil, rhGH does not influence the efficacy of chemotherapy, and has no effect on tumor cell cycle kinetics.

Prognostic Factors for Patients after Curative Resection for Proximal Gastric Cancer

The factors influencing the long-term survival of patients with proximal gastric cancer (PGC) after curative resection were investigated. Data from 171 patients who underwent curative resection for PGC were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were grouped according to the clinicopathological factors and operative procedures. The tumor depth (T stage) and lymph node metastasis (pN stage) were graded according to the fifth edition of TNM Staging System published by UICC in 1997. The metastatic lymph node ratio (MLR) was divided into four levels: 0%, 30%. The data of survival rate were analyzed by Kaplan-Meier method (log-rank test) and Cox regression model. The 5-year overall survival rate of 171 patients was 37.32%. The univariate analysis demonstrated that the survival time of the postoperative patients with PGC was related to tumor size (χ2=4.57, P=0.0325), gross type (χ2=21.38, P30% (χ2=13.34, P=0.0003), TNM Ⅲ (χ2=14.05, P=0.0002) or TNM Ⅳ stage (χ2=4.37, P=0.0366); and combining splenectomy was beneficial to the cases of T3 (χ2=5.68, P=0.0171) or MLR >30% (χ2=6.11, P=0.0134). It was concluded that MLR, pN stage, TNM stage, T stage, and gross type had advantages in providing a precise prognostic evaluation for patients undergoing curative resection for PGC, in which MLR was the most valuable index. TG and combining splenectomy were useful to improve the prognosis to patients with PGC of TNM Ⅲ/Ⅲ stage, serosa invasion, or extensive regional lymph node metastasis.

Laparoscopic splenic hilum lymph node dissection for advanced proximal gastric cancer:A modified approach for pancreasand spleen-preserving total gastrectomy

AIM:To investigate the feasibility and optimal approach for laparoscopic pancreasand spleen-preserving splenic hilum lymph node dissection in advanced proximal gastric cancer.METHODS:Between August 2009 and August 2012,12 patients with advanced proximal gastric cancer treated in Nanfang Hospital,Southern Medical University,Guangzhou,China were enrolled and subsequently underwent laparoscopic total gastrectomy with pancreasand spleen-preserving splenic hilum lymph node(LN)dissection.The clinicopathological characteristics,surgical outcomes,postoperative course and followup data of these patients were retrospectively collected and analyzed in the study.RESULTS:Based on our anatomical understanding of peripancreatic structures,we combined the characteristics of laparoscopic surgery and developed a modified approach(combined supraand infra-pancreatic approaches)for laparoscopic pancreasand spleenpreserving splenic hilum LN dissection.Surgery was completed in all 12 patients laparoscopically without conversion.Only one patient experienced intraoperative bleeding when dissecting LNs along the splenic artery and was handled with laparoscopic hemostasis.The mean operating time was 268.4 min and mean number of retrieved splenic hilum LNs was 4.8.One patient had splenic hilum LN metastasis(8.3%).Neither postoperative morbidity nor mortality was observed.Peritoneal metastasis occurred in one patient and none of the other patients died or experienced recurrent disease during the follow-up period.CONCLUSION:Laparoscopic total gastrectomy with pancreasand spleen-preserving splenic hilum LN dissection using the modified approach for advanced proximal gastric cancer could be safely achieved.

Huang's three-step maneuver for laparoscopic spleen-preserving No.10 lymph node dissection for advanced proximal gastric cancer

Due to the complexity of the splenic hilar vessels, their anatomical variation and the narrow and deep space, as well as the bleeding-prone splenic parenchyma and the difficulty to manage splenic or vascular bleeding at the splenic hilum,the procedure remains challenging and technically demanding procedure for the performance of laparoscopic pancreas- and spleen-preserving splenic hilar lymph nodes dissection. Based on our experiences, we gradually explored a set of procednral operation steps called ＂Huang＇s three-step maneuver＂. In this paper, we not only provide the concrete operation steps for the surgeon, but we also provide our recommended technique of pulling and exposure for assistants. This new maneuver simplifies the complicated procedure and improves the efficiency of laparoscopic spleen-preserving splenic hilar lymphadenectomy, making it easier to master and allowing for its widespread adoption.

Effects of meal size and proximal-distal segmentation on gastric activity

AIM:To evaluate the effects of meal size and three segmentations on intragastric distribution of the meal and gastric motility,by scintigraphy.METHODS:Twelve healthy volunteers were randomly assessed,twice,by scintigraphy.The test meal consisted of 60 or 180 mL of yogurt labeled with 64 MBq 99m Tc-tin colloid.Anterior and posterior dynamic frames were simultaneously acquired for 18 min and all data were analyzed in MatLab.Three proximal-distal segmentations using regions of interest were adopted for both meals.RESULTS:Intragastric distribution of the meal between the proximal and distal compartments was strongly influenced by the way in which the stomach was divided,showing greater proximal retention after the 180 mL.An important finding was that both dominant frequencies (1 and 3 cpm) were simultaneously recorded in the proximal and distal stomach;however,the power ratio of those dominant frequencies varied in agreement with the segmentation adopted and was independent of the meal size.CONCLUSION:It was possible to simultaneously evaluate the static intragastric distribution and phasic contractility from the same recording using our scintigraphic approach.

Optimal proximal resection margin distance for gastrectomy in advanced gastric cancer

BACKGROUND The conventional guidelines to obtain a safe proximal resection margin(PRM)of5-6 cm during advanced gastric cancer(AGC)surgery are still applied by many surgeons across the world.Several recent studies have raised questions regarding the need for such extensive resection,but without reaching consensus.This study was designed to prove that the PRM distance does not affect the prognosis of patients who undergo gastrectomy for AGC.AIM To investigate the influence of the PRM distance on the prognosis of patients who underwent gastrectomy for AGC.METHODS Electronic medical records of 1518 patients who underwent curative gastrectomy for AGC between June 2004 and December 2007 at Asan Medical Center,a tertiary care center in Korea,were reviewed retrospectively for the study.The demographics and clinicopathologic outcomes were compared between patients who underwent surgery with different PRM distances using one-way ANOVA and Fisher’s exact test for continuous and categorical variables,respectively.The influence of PRM on recurrence-free survival and overall survival were analyzed using Kaplan-Meier survival analysis and Cox proportional hazard analysis.RESULTS The median PRM distance was 4.8 cm and 3.5 cm in the distal gastrectomy(DG)and total gastrectomy(TG)groups,respectively.Patient cohorts in the DG and TG groups were subdivided into different groups according to the PRM distance;≤1.0 cm,1.1-3.0 cm,3.1-5.0 cm and>5.0 cm.The DG and TG groups showed nostatistical difference in recurrence rate(23.5%vs 30.6%vs 24.0%vs 24.7%,P=0.765)or local recurrence rate(5.9%vs 6.5%vs 8.4%vs 6.2%,P=0.727)according to the distance of PRM.In both groups,Kalpan-Meier analysis showed no statistical difference in recurrence-free survival(P=0.467 in DG group;P=0.155 in TG group)or overall survival(P=0.503 in DG group;P=0.155 in TG group)according to the PRM distance.Multivariate analysis using Cox proportional hazard model revealed that in both groups,there was no significant difference in recurrence-free survival according to the PRM distance.CONCLUSION The distance of PRM is not a prognostic factor for patients who undergo curative gastrectomy for AGC.

Station 10 lymph node dissections in laparoscopic-assisted spleen-preserving radical gastrectomy for advanced proximal gastric cancer

D2 gastric resection has been increasingly recognized as the optimal surgical treatment for advanced gastric cancer. Dissection of the station 10 splenic lymph nodes is required in the treatment of advanced proximal gastric cancer. Based on vascular anatomy and anatomical plane of fascial space, integrated with our experience in station 10 splenic lymph node dissection in open surgery and proven skills of laparoscopic operation, we have successfully mastered the surgical essentials and technical keypoints in laparoscopic-assisted station 10 lymph node dissection.

Metastatic stomach lymphoepithelioma-like carcinoma and immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy:A case report

BACKGROUND Pulmonary lymphoepithelioma-like carcinoma(PLELC)is a rare type of nonsmall-cell lung cancer.Stomach lymphoepithelioma-like carcinoma(LELC)metastasis secondary to PLELC has not been reported recently.CASE SUMMARY A 64-year-old female was admitted to our hospital for a regular gastroscopy examination with a 6-year history of surgical resection for left PLELC.Positron emission tomography/computed tomography suggested high accumulation of 18F-fludeoxyglucose in the gastric cardia region.Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy confirmed a large mass at the stomach fundus.Immunohistochemistry(IHC)of the biopsy suggested metastatic stomach LELC.Proximal gastrectomy showed that this 6.5 cm×5.0 cm mass was located in the stomach fundus near the cardia.Histopathological examination showed a poorly differentiated carcinoma with prominent lymphoplasmacytic infiltration.IHC demonstrated that the tumor was positive for CK(AE1/AE3),p63,p40,p53,Ki-67(70%),and EGFR(3+)and negative for CK7,CK20,Her2,and CD10.In situ hybridization analysis showed positive staining Epstein-Barr virus-encoded RNA.Tumor programmed cell death ligand 1(PD-L1)expression score was 98%,and the combined positive score was 100,with no evidence of microsatellite instability.Thus,the patient was unequivocally diagnosed with metastatic stomach LELC secondary to pulmonary LELC.After discharge,this patient underwent PD-1 inhibitor treatment(toripalimab,240 mg)every 3 wk for ten cycles,and she has had no tumor recurrence.CONCLUSION For gastric LELC metastasis,PD-1 inhibitor therapy could become a new therapeutic approach,though there is still no evidence from large data sets to support this.

Gastric leiomyoma presenting as an endophytic growth of cardia of the stomach: A case report

Gastric leiomyomas are rare submucosal neoplasms arising from smooth muscle cells.It accounts for approximately 2.5%of all gastric tumours,is slow growing and rarely causes symptoms such as upper abdominal discomfort and dyspepsia.1 On imaging,they appear similar to gastrointestinal stromal tumours(GISTs)and can be intraluminal or extraluminal.Diagnosis is mostly confirmed by histopathological examination of the tumour.Surgical resection of the tumour is the main treatment option.Here,we present a case of laparoscopic resection of an endophytic gastric tumour that turned out to be a leiomyoma.

Extraskeletal Ewing sarcoma of the stomach:A rare case report

BACKGROUND Extraskeletal Ewing sarcoma(EES)is a rare and highly malignant small round cell tumor associated with a poor clinical outcome.Ewing sarcoma(ES)involving the stomach is an uncommon presentation and can be easily confused with other small round cell tumors.We herein present a rare case of ES involving the gastric area.CASE SUMMARY We report a case of gastric ES in a 19-year-old female patient who initially presented with a complaint of a tender epigastric mass for 5 d.Contrast-enhanced abdominal computed tomography revealed a soft-tissue-density mass with a diameter of 8.5 cm between the liver and stomach;the mass was connected to the gastric antrum.Then,the mass was surgically excised completely.Upon histopathological,immunophenotype and molecular analysis,the mass was identified to be a primary gastric ES.CONCLUSION EES is an aggressive tumor with poor prognosis.Therefore,early diagnosis and timely intervention are essential for a good prognosis.It is imperative for us to raise awareness about this rare tumor.Surgical resection is still the best treatment option.

Underwater endoscopic mucosal resection for neoplasms in the pyloric ring of the stomach: Four case reports

BACKGROUND Tumors located in the pylorus are technically more complex to resect by endoscopic resection,as the anatomical characteristics of this region can affect the adequate assessment of margins and performance of the procedure.We reported the results of underwater endoscopic mucosal resection(UEMR)of benign mucosal neoplasms located in the pyloric ring.CASE SUMMARY This case series describes 4 patients with 4 mucosal neoplasms located in the pyloric ring.The diameter of each neoplasm was less than 15 mm.We performed UEMR for the lesions.Water immersion enabled slight floating of the lesions,resulting in easy identification.We achieved en bloc resection with a snare and electrosurgical unit.All procedure were performed within 3 min without adverse events.Pathologic examination showed low-grade dysplasia with clear resection margins in one case and hyperplastic polyps in three cases.CONCLUSION UEMR can be an effective and safe treatment method for neoplasms in the gastric pyloric ring.

胃肝样腺癌的CT特征

目的分析胃肝样腺癌的临床和CT特征,提高对本病的认识。资料与方法回顾性分析2012年9月—2023年4月苏州大学附属第一医院经病理证实的38例胃肝样腺癌患者的临床病理资料、实验室检查、CT资料,分析病灶大小、形态、密度、边界、强化方式、转移及侵犯等情况,总结其临床及CT特征。结果38例患者中,血清甲胎蛋白水平升高24例,免疫组化甲胎蛋白表达阳性32例。CT表现为胃壁增厚,门静脉期病变最大截面长径2.38~11.95cm,中位数为5.200(3.365,7.215)cm,23例伴溃疡,20例内见坏死,25例周围侵犯,14例出现肝脏转移,5例出现门静脉系统癌栓。结论胃肝样腺癌为罕见肿瘤,血清甲胎蛋白常增高,CT增强检查肿瘤常较大,可见坏死,渐进性或持续强化,易发生转移、侵犯门静脉,认识这些特征有助于提高诊断水平。

PLR、NLR、CRP联合评估进展期胃癌腹膜腔转移的价值研究

目的探讨血小板计数/淋巴细胞计数(platelet count/lymphocyte count,PLR)、中性粒细胞计数/淋巴细胞计数(neutrophil count/lymphocyte count,NLR)、C反应蛋白(C-reactive protein,CRP)评估进展期胃癌腹膜腔转移的价值。方法回顾性选取江苏省徐州市肿瘤医院进展期胃癌患者124例,根据是出现腹膜腔转移分为腹腔转移组36例、非腹腔转移组88例。比较2组临床资料、病理学参数及CRP、PLR、NLR,Logistic分析进展期胃癌腹膜腔转移影响因素,构建Logistic回归模型,受试者工作特征(receiver operating characteristics,ROC)曲线评估其对腹膜腔转移的预测价值。结果腹腔转移组肿瘤直径大于非腹腔转移组,浸润深度、TNM分期及PLR、NLR、CRP水平高于腹腔转移组,组织学分化程度低于非腹腔转移组(P<0.05);排除PLR、NLR和CRP之外的混杂因素肿瘤大小、浸润深度、TNM分期和组织学分化,建立Logistic模型,对其行多因素分析,显示PLR、NLR和CRP是进展期胃癌腹膜腔转移的危险因素(P<0.05);构建风险预测模型:logit(p)=PLR×1.416+NLR×1.149+CRP×1.088;模型预测价值:ROC分析,logit(p)>0.5时,AUC值为0.755,χ^(2)为10.212,诊断敏感度为80.95%,特异度为61.64%。结论进展期胃癌腹膜腔转移与PLR、NLR、CRP水平及相关临床特征相关,根据PLR、NLR、CRP和相关临床因素构建的预测模型对其具有较高预测价值,可为临床决策提供依据。

Clinical efficacy and safety of double-channel anastomosis and tubular gastroesophageal anastomosis in gastrectomy

BACKGROUND With the continuous progress of surgical technology and improvements in medical standards,the treatment of gastric cancer surgery is also evolving.Proximal gastrectomy is a common treatment,but double-channel anastomosis and tubular gastroesophageal anastomosis have attracted much attention in terms of surgical options.Each of these two surgical methods has advantages and disadvantages,so it is particularly important to compare and analyze their clinical efficacy and safety.AIM To compare the surgical safety,clinical efficacy,and safety of double-channel anastomosis and tubular gastroesophageal anastomosis in proximal gastrectomy.METHODS The clinical and follow-up data of 99 patients with proximal gastric cancer who underwent proximal gastrectomy and were admitted to our hospital between January 2018 and September 2023 were included in this retrospective cohort study.According to the different anastomosis methods used,the patients were divided into a double-channel anastomosis group(50 patients)and a tubular gastroesophageal anastomosis group(49 patients).In the double-channel anastomosis,Roux-en-Y anastomosis of the esophagus and jejunum was performed after proximal gastric dissection,and then side-to-side anastomosis was performed between the residual stomach and jejunum to establish an antireflux barrier and reduce postoperative gastroesophageal reflux.In the tubular gastroesophageal anastomosis group,after the proximal end of the stomach was cut,tubular gastroplasty was performed on the distal stump of the stomach and a linear stapler was used to anastomose the posterior wall of the esophagus and the anterior wall of the stomach tube.The main outcome measure was quality of life 1 year after surgery in both groups,and the evaluation criteria were based on the postgastrectomy syndrome assessment scale.The greater the changes in body mass,food intake per meal,meal quality subscale score,and total measures of physical and mental health score,the better the condition;the greater the other indicators,the worse the condition.The secondary outcome measures were intraoperative and postoperative conditions,the incidence of postoperative long-term complications,and changes in nutritional status at 1,3,6,and 12 months after surgery.RESULTS In the double-channel anastomosis cohort,there were 35 males(70%)and 15 females(30%),33(66.0%)were under 65 years of age,and 37(74.0%)had a body mass index ranging from 18 to 25 kg/m2.In the group undergoing tubular gastroesophageal anastomosis,there were eight females(16.3%),21(42.9%)individuals were under the age of 65 years,and 34(69.4%)had a body mass index ranging from 18 to 25 kg/m2.The baseline data did not significantly differ between the two groups(P>0.05 for all),with the exception of age(P=0.021).The duration of hospitalization,number of lymph nodes dissected,intraoperative blood loss,and perioperative complication rate did not differ significantly between the two groups(P>0.05 for all).Patients in the dual-channel anastomosis group scored better on quality of life measures than did those in the tubular gastroesophageal anastomosis group.Specifically,they had lower scores for esophageal reflux[2.8(2.3,4.0)vs 4.8(3.8,5.0),Z=3.489,P<0.001],eating discomfort[2.7(1.7,3.0)vs 3.3(2.7,4.0),Z=3.393,P=0.001],total symptoms[2.3(1.7,2.7)vs 2.5(2.2,2.9),Z=2.243,P=0.025],and other aspects of quality of life.The postoperative symptoms[2.0(1.0,3.0)vs 2.0(2.0,3.0),Z=2.127,P=0.033],meals[2.0(1.0,2.0)vs 2.0(2.0,3.0),Z=3.976,P<0.001],work[1.0(1.0,2.0)vs 2.0(1.0,2.0),Z=2.279,P=0.023],and daily life[1.7(1.3,2.0)vs 2.0(2.0,2.3),Z=3.950,P<0.001]were all better than those of the tubular gastroesophageal anastomosis group.The group that underwent tubular gastroesophageal anastomosis had a superior anal exhaust score[3.0(2.0,4.0)vs 3.5(2.0,5.0),Z=2.345,P=0.019]compared to the dual-channel anastomosis group.Hemoglobin,serum albumin,total serum protein,and the rate at which body mass decreased one year following surgery did not differ significantly between the two groups(P>0.05 for all).CONCLUSION The safety of double-channel anastomosis in proximal gastric cancer surgery is equivalent to that of tubular gastric surgery.Compared with tubular gastric surgery,double-channel anastomosis is a preferred surgical technique for proximal gastric cancer.It offers advantages such as less esophageal reflux and improved quality of life.

Advances in the study of gastric organoids as disease models

Gastric organoids are models created in the laboratory using stem cells and sophisticated three-dimensional cell culture techniques.These models have shown great promise in providing valuable insights into gastric physiology and advanced disease research.This review comprehensively summarizes and analyzes the research advances in culture methods and techniques for adult stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cell-derived organoids,and patient-derived organoids.The potential value of gastric organoids in studying the pathogenesis of stomach-related diseases and facilitating drug screening is initially discussed.The construction of gastric organoids involves several key steps,including cell extraction and culture,three-dimensional structure formation,and functional expression.Simulating the structure and function of the human stomach by disease modeling with gastric organoids provides a platform to study the mechanism of gastric cancer induction by Helicobacter pylori.In addition,in drug screening and development,gastric organoids can be used as a key tool to evaluate drug efficacy and toxicity in preclinical trials.They can also be used for precision medicine according to the specific conditions of patients with gastric cancer,to assess drug resistance,and to predict the possibility of adverse reactions.However,despite the impressive progress in the field of gastric organoids,there are still many unknowns that need to be addressed,especially in the field of regenerative medicine.Meanwhile,the reproducibility and consistency of organoid cultures are major challenges that must be overcome.These challenges have had a significant impact on the development of gastric organoids.Nonetheless,as technology continues to advance,we can foresee more comprehensive research in the construction of gastric organoids.Such research will provide better solutions for the treatment of stomach-related diseases and personalized medicine.

661例胃癌患者临床病理特征分析

目的探讨新乡医学院第一附属医院收治的胃癌的临床病理特征。方法回顾性分析2019年5月至2023年4月该院收治的661例连续胃癌手术病例临床病理资料。统计分析年龄、性别、癌肿部位、pT分期、淋巴结转移及脉管癌栓、神经侵犯情况。结果661例胃癌病例中男性499例,女性162例。661例胃癌患者年龄多处于46岁~75岁之间,56岁~70岁为发病高峰,平均年龄为(63.03±9.07)岁,其中男性平均年龄为(63.23±8.95)岁,女性平均年龄为(62.42±9.44)岁。不同性别组年龄相比差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。癌肿部位以食管胃结合部腺癌为主(72.61%),不同性别组胃癌癌肿分布部位差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。组织学类型以腺癌为主(98.18%);分化程度以低-中分化胃癌为主(88.65%)。胃癌T分期pT3组和pT4a组分别占39.49%和31.47%,随着pT分期的升高,淋巴结转移、神经侵犯、脉管癌栓阳性率逐渐增高,其中,pT3组与pT2组相比,淋巴结转移、神经侵犯、脉管癌栓阳性率差异均有统计学意义(P<0.05)。胃癌癌肿部位不同,淋巴结转移、神经侵犯、脉管癌栓阳性率无显著差别(P>0.05)。结论该院收治的胃癌的临床病理特征如下:多见于中老年男性;以食管胃结合部腺癌为主;分化程度以低-中分化腺癌为主,且与胃癌的原发部位无关;T分期多为T3和T4a期;淋巴结转移、神经侵犯、脉管癌栓的发生与T分期呈正相关,但不同部位胃癌的淋巴结转移、神经侵犯和脉管癌栓发生无明显差异。

Construction and validation of a risk-prediction model for anastomotic leakage after radical gastrectomy: A cohort study in China

Objectives:Anastomotic leakage(AL)stands out as a prevalent and severe complication following gastric cancer surgery.It frequently precipitates additional serious complications,significantly influencing the overall survival time of patients.This study aims to enhance the risk-assessment strategy for AL following gastrectomy for gastric cancer.Methods:This study included a derivation cohort and validation cohort.The derivation cohort included patients who underwent radical gastrectomy at Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital,Zhejiang University School of Medicine,from January 1,2015 to December 31,2020.An evidence-based predictor questionnaire was crafted through extensive literature review and panel discussions.Based on the questionnaire,inpatient data were collected to form a model-derivation cohort.This cohort underwent both univariate and multivariate analyses to identify factors associated with AL events,and a logistic regression model with stepwise regression was developed.A 5-fold cross-validation ensured model reliability.The validation cohort included patients from August 1,2021 to December 31,2021 at the same hospital.Using the same imputation method,we organized the validation-queue data.We then employed the risk-prediction model constructed in the earlier phase of the study to predict the risk of AL in the subjects included in the validation queue.We compared the predictions with the actual occurrence,and evaluated the external validation performance of the model using model-evaluation indicators such as the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve(AUROC),Brier score,and calibration curve.Results:The derivation cohort included 1377 patients,and the validation cohort included 131 patients.The independent predictors of AL after radical gastrectomy included age65 y,preoperative albumin<35 g/L,resection extent,operative time240 min,and intraoperative blood loss90 mL.The predictive model exhibited a solid AUROC of 0.750(95%CI:0.694e0.806;p<0.001)with a Brier score of 0.049.The 5-fold cross-validation confirmed these findings with a calibrated C-index of 0.749 and an average Brier score of 0.052.External validation showed an AUROC of 0.723(95%CI:0.564e0.882;p?0.006)and a Brier score of 0.055,confirming reliability in different clinical settings.Conclusions:We successfully developed a risk-prediction model for AL following radical gastrectomy.This tool will aid healthcare professionals in anticipating AL,potentially reducing unnecessary interventions.

1例初始表现为急性弥散性血管内凝血的胃低分化腺癌伴多发转移:^(18)F-FDG PET/CT显像所见

患者女,20岁,无明显诱因阵发性下腹部疼痛伴牙龈出血、皮肤散在瘀斑及肛门坠胀感9天;既往体健。查体:贫血貌,全身皮肤散在片状瘀斑,四肢皮肤干燥;腹部柔软,无压痛及反跳痛。实验室检查:红细胞2.49×10^(12)/L,血小板36×10^(9)/L,血红蛋白70 g/L,血浆鱼精蛋白副凝固实验(+),D-二聚体>20 mg/L,纤维蛋白原降解产物>150.00 mg/L,糖类抗原12573.40 U/ml。

基于倾向性评分匹配的T_(4a)期胃癌腔镜辅助与开腹手术近期疗效的对比分析

目的:探讨T_(4a)期胃癌行腹腔镜辅助D2根治术的近期疗效。方法:采用倾向性评分匹配,分析2014年1月至2020年12月为T_(4a)期胃腺癌患者行D2淋巴结清扫的临床资料。将患者分为开腹组(n=362)与腹腔镜组(n=134),通过倾向性评分匹配对数据进行1∶1匹配,匹配容差设为0.03。最终获得两组病例各134例。比较两组手术情况、术后并发症、术后炎性指标变化及2年总生存率。结果:倾向性匹配后,两组基线资料具有可比性(P>0.05)。两组术后首次进食时间、住院时间、并发症情况差异均无统计学意义(P>0.05);腹腔镜组与开腹组手术时间[240(203.75,256.25)min vs.140(120,190)min,P<0.05]、术中出血量[200(100,300)mL vs.200(200,300)mL,P<0.05]、淋巴结清扫数量[20.5(17,27.25)vs.16(10,23),P<0.05]、切口长度[5(5,6)cm vs.12(10,15)cm,P<0.05]、术后排气时间[4(3,6)d vs.5(3,6)d,P<0.05]、术后下床活动时间[2(2,3)d vs.3(2,3)d,P<0.05]差异均有统计学意义。两组术前中性粒细胞-淋巴细胞比值、血小板-淋巴细胞比值、淋巴细胞-单核细胞比值差异无统计学意义(P>0.05),术后血小板-淋巴细胞比值差异无统计学意义,腹腔镜组中性粒细胞-淋巴细胞比值低于开腹组,淋巴细胞-单核细胞比值高于开腹组,差异有统计学意义。开腹组与腹腔镜组术后2年总生存率为53.3%与48.3%,差异无统计学意义(P=0.211)。结论:对于T_(4a)期胃癌,腹腔镜手术后并发症发生率、2年生存率与开腹手术相当,但腹腔镜手术具有创伤小、美观、术后康复快的优势。

Assessment of programmed death-ligand 1 expression in primary tumors and paired lymph node metastases of gastric adenocarcinoma

BACKGROUND Anti-programmed death-1/programmed death-ligand 1(PD-1/PD-L1)immuno-therapy has demonstrated promising results on gastric cancer(GC).However,PD-L1 can express differently between metastatic sites and primary tumors(PT).AIM To compare PD-L1 status in PT and matched lymph node metastases(LNM)of GC patients and to determine the correlation between the PD-L1 status and clinicopathological characteristics.METHODS We retrospectively reviewed 284 GC patients who underwent D2-gastrectomy.PD-L1 was evaluated by immunohistochemistry(clone SP142)using the com-bined positive score.All PD-L1+PT staged as pN+were also tested for PD-L1 expression in their LNM.PD-L1(-)GC with pN+served as the comparison group.RESULTS Among 284 GC patients included,45 had PD-L1+PT and 24 of them had pN+.For comparison,44 PD-L1(-)cases with pN+were included(sample loss of 4 cases).Of the PD-L1+PT,54.2%(13/24 cases)were also PD-L1+in the LNM.Regarding PD-L1(-)PT,9.1%(4/44)had PD-L1+in the LNM.The agreement between PT and LNM had a kappa value of 0.483.Larger tumor size and moderate/severe peritumoral inflammatory response were associated with PD-L1 positivity in both sites.There was no statistical difference in overall survival for PT and LNM according to the PD-L1 status(P=0.166 and P=0.837,respectively).CONCLUSION Intra-patient heterogeneity in PD-L1 expression was observed between the PT and matched LNM.This disagreement in PD-L1 status may emphasize the importance of considering different tumor sites for analyses to select patients for immunotherapy.