Anti-Anisakis antibodies in colon cancer patients and their relationship with γδ T-cells.

Many pathogens are related to carcinogenesis. Chronic inflammation, as a result of persistent infection, leads to DNA damage, higher expression of oncogenes, decreased apoptosis and immunosuppression, which are some of the reasons for cancer induction. Among parasites, Schistosoma, Opistorchis and Clonorchis are recognised as infectious agents which contribute to cancer. A relationship between Anisakis and cancer was hypothesised because cellular responses to Anisakis products could result in inflammation and DNA damage. Previous research has shown a decrease in CD8+ γδ T-cells and an increase in αß and γδ T-cell apoptosis in colon cancer (CC) samples. Ninety-two CC patients and 60 healthy subjects were recruited. γδ and αß T-cells were analysed, and their apoptosis was evaluated. Anti-Anisakis antibodies were tested in sera from CC patients and controls. Anti-Anisakis IgG, IgM, IgA and IgE antibodies were significantly higher in CC patients. A significant increase in anti-Anisakis IgA levels was observed in patients with angiolymphatic invasion. The number of all γδ T-cells, as well as CD3+ CD4+ αß T-cells, was significantly lower in CC patients. The apoptosis of all T-cells was significantly increased in patients with CC. We observed a significantly higher percentage of anti-Anisakis IgE positive patients having a deficit of CD3+ γδ T-cells. Our results suggest a relationship between Anisakis and CC.

Post-hemorrhoidectomy pain: can surgeons reduce it? A systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized trials.

PURPOSE: Hemorrhoidectomy remains the gold standard treatment for grade III-IV hemorrhoids. However, despite strong recommendations for the suitability of outpatient surgery, post-operative pain has been a limitation to the widespread inclusion of this condition in day surgery programs. The aims of the study were to analyze and compare the post-operative pain of conventional open hemorrhoidectomy, considered the reference technique, against other surgical procedures such as closed hemorrhoidectomy, open hemorrhoidectomy using bipolar or ultrasonic sealant, hemorrhoidopexy, or HAL-RAR, when performed exclusively as outpatients. METHODS: A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted according to PRISMA methodology. All prospective and randomized studies of patients operated on for hemorrhoids in day surgery and specifying the value of post-operative pain, using a validated scale, were included. Conventional meta-analyses and a random-effects network meta-analysis were carried out. RESULTS: Twenty-nine studies were included (3309 patients). None of the procedures described severe pain in the post-operative period. Hemorrhoidopexy was the least painful. Conventional open hemorrhoidectomy was the most painful on the first and seventh post-operative days. Pain was reduced after closed hemorrhoidectomy technique and when bipolar or harmonic scalpel was used. Furthermore, transfixive ligation of the hemorrhoidal pedicle was associated with increased post-operative pain. CONCLUSION: Hemorrhoidal surgery is feasible in day surgery units and post-operative pain can be adequately managed in an outpatient setting. Hemorrhoidopexy was the least painful; however, data should be carefully evaluated by the high rate of long-term recurrence described in literature. Closed hemorrhoidectomy, performed with bipolar or ultrasonic sealing, avoiding transfixive ligation of the hemorrhoidal pedicle, may improve post-operative pain control. TRIAL REGISTRATION: CRD42020185160.

D3-lymphadenectomy enhances oncological clearance in patients with right colon cancer. Results of a meta-analysis.

BACKGROUND: D3-Lymphadenectomy, together with complete mesocolic excision (CME), were introduced to provide oncological results after right colon cancer. The aim of this systematic review with meta-analysis was to assess the short and long-term outcomes of right-sided hemicolectomy with CME + D3 as compared with classic right hemicolectomy. Secondary aims included the prevalence of D3-metastasis and skip metastasis when performing CME + D3. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A systematic review with meta-analysis was conducted, according to PRISMA methodology. RESULTS: 29 studies were enrolled (2592 patients). No differences were accounted in morbidity variables associated with the measured techniques. CME + D3 was significantly associated with a greater distance between the tumour and the closest vascular tie, a longer colonic resection, a wider resection of mesentery and an increased number of harvested lymph nodes. Regarding to long-terms outcomes, we found a significant decrease in local recurrence in patients undergoing CME + D3 (HR:0.17) and a significant improvement in 3-year and 5-year overall survival rates (HR:0.53 vs. HR:0.57, respectively), as well as an improving survival in patients with stage II and III disease. Overall prevalence of patients with lymphatic metastases in D3-territory was of 8.6% and 2.2% of skip metastases. CONCLUSIONS: CME + D3 is a feasible surgical procedure that allows to obtain specimens with higher quality oncological resection, without greater associated morbidity, thus improving survival in patients with stage II and III right colon cancer.

Prospective study of sexual function and analysis of risk factors after rectal cancer surgery.

AIM: The aim of this study was to assess the evolution of sexual function over time after rectal cancer surgery and to identify risk factors that may have an impact on the deterioration of postoperative function. METHOD: This was a prospective cohort study of sexual function after rectal cancer surgery using the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) and Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) preoperatively and at 6 and 12 months after surgery. Predictive factors of worsening were identified by univariate and multivariate analysis. RESULTS: One hundred and one patients were included (56 men and 45 women). In men, the average IIEF showed decreased erectile function and intercourse satisfaction at 6 months (respectively 21.58 ± 7.18 to 16.60 ± 7.96, p = 0.002 and 10.87 ± 2.94, to 8.09 ± 4.45, p = 0.002) with recovery at 1 year. As a percentage, erectile dysfunction increased from the preoperative value to 6 months (64.5% vs 87.1%, p = 0.022) and was observed in 72% at 1 year. Patients with moderate to severe dysfunction increased from 22% preoperatively to 58% (p = 0.009) at 6 months and 44% at 1 year (p < 0.0001). Neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (OR 5.4, 95% CI 0.9-29.6; p = 0.041) and erectile worsening at 6 months (OR 20, 95% CI 1.6-238; p = 0.004) were independent factors for worse function at 6 or 12 months, respectively. No significant worsening of the FSFI was found, although there was an improvement in lubrication and orgasm. CONCLUSION: Temporary deterioration of erectile function in men is common at 6 months after surgery and chemoradiotherapy is the only predictive factor. Furthermore, patients who remain dysfunctional show an increase in the severity of symptoms in relation to the preoperative period.

Ambulatory laparoscopic cholecystectomy: Systematic review and meta-analysis of predictors of failure.

BACKGROUND: Outpatient laparoscopic cholecystectomy has proven to be a safe and cost-effective technique; however, it is not yet a universally widespread procedure. The aim of the study was to determine the predictive factors of outpatient laparoscopic cholecystectomy failure. METHOD: A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis methodology. MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, Ovid, and ISRCTN Registry were searched. The main variables were demographic (age, sex), clinical (weight, American Society of Anesthesiologists classification, previous complicated biliary pathology, history of abdominal surgery in supramesocolic compartment, gallbladder wall thickness), and surgical factors (operative time, afternoon surgery). The secondary variables were the prevalence rates of outpatient laparoscopic cholecystectomy failure due to pain or postoperative nausea and vomiting. RESULTS: Fourteen studies (4,194 patients) were included, with a mean outpatient laparoscopic cholecystectomy failure rate of 23.4%. The predictors of outpatient laparoscopic cholecystectomy failure were: age ≥65 years (odds ratio: 2.34; 95% confidence interval, 1.42-3.86; P = .0009), body mass index ≥30 (odds ratio: 1.6; 95% confidence interval, 1.05-2.45; P = .03), American Society of Anesthesiologists score ≥III (odds ratio: 2.89; 95% confidence interval, 1.72-4.87; P < .0001), previous complicated biliary pathology (odds ratio: 2.39; 95% confidence interval, 1.40-4.06; P = .001), gallbladder wall thickening (odds ratio: 2.33; 95% confidence interval, 1.34-4.04; P = .003), surgical time exceeding 60 minutes (mean difference: -16.03; 95% confidence interval,-21.25 to -10.81; P < .00001), and the beginning of surgery after 1:00 pm (odds ratio: 4.20; 95% confidence interval, 1.97-11.96; P = .007). Sex (odds ratio: 1.07; 95% confidence interval, 0.73-1.57, P = .73) and history of abdominal surgery in the supramesocolic compartment (odds ratio: 2.32; 95 confidence interval, 0.92-5.82, P = .07) were not associated with outpatient laparoscopic cholecystectomy failure. CONCLUSION: Our meta-analysis allowed us to identify the predictors of outpatient laparoscopic cholecystectomy failure. The knowledge of these factors could help surgeons in their decision-making process for the selection of patients who are suitable for outpatient laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Long-term outcomes of stent-related perforation in malignant colon obstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

PURPOSE: The placement of self-expandable metallic stents as a bridge to surgery in malignant colon obstruction is concerning due to the long-term oncological results reported in recent published studies. The aim of this study was to evaluate the oncological consequences of stent-related perforations in patients with malignant colon obstruction and potentially curable disease. METHODS: MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, Ovid and ISRCTN Registry were searched, with no restrictions. We performed five meta-analyses to estimate the pooled effect sizes by using a random-effect model. The outcomes were global, locoregional and systemic recurrence rate and 3 and 5 year-survival rate depending on the presence or absence of stent-related perforation. RESULTS: Thirteen studies (950 patients) were included. The overall rate of stent-related perforation was 8.9%. The global recurrence rate was significantly higher in stent-related perforation group (41.2 vs. 30.8%; OR 1.70; 95%CI: 1.02-2.84; p = 0.04). Locoregional recurrence rate was higher in the perforated group than in the non-perforated group (26.6 vs. 12.5%), with statistically significant differences (OR 2.41; 95% CI:1.33-4.34; p = 0.004). No significant differences were found in systemic recurrence rate (13.6 vs. 20.5%; OR 0.77; 95%CI: 0.35-1.7; p = 0.51); 3-year overall survival rate (65.4 vs. 74.8%; OR 0.63; 95% CI:0.29-1.39; p = 0.25) and 5-year overall survival rate (48.3 vs. 58.6%; OR 0.67; 95%CI: 0.27-1.65; p = 0.38). CONCLUSION: Stent-related perforation is associated with an increased risk of global and locoregional recurrence. The successful placement of the stent as a bridge to surgery in the curative purpose of patients with obstructed colon cancer does not exclude the presence of underlying perforation, with the consequent danger of disease spread. PROSPERO registration number: CRD42020152817.

Fístula interesfinteriana sin orificio externo y con reentrada en el recto / Intersphincteric fistula without external opening and to re-enter the rectum

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Rectal advancement flap for the treatment of complex cryptoglandular anal fistulas: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

PURPOSE: Rectal advancement flap is an accepted approach for treating complex fistula-in-ano. However, a diversity of technical modifications have been described. The aim of this study was to evaluate recurrence and fecal continence rates after performing rectal advancement flaps depending upon flap thickness (full-thickness, partial-thickness, or mucosal flaps) and treatment of the fistulous tract (core-out or curettage). METHODS: Medline (PubMed, Ovid), the Cochrane Library database, and ClinicalTrials.gov were searched. Studies that involved patients with complex cryptoglandular fistulas who had been treated with rectal advancement flaps were included. The outcomes measured were recurrence and fecal continence. All of the statistical analyses were performed using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis software. A fixed model was used if there was no evidence of heterogeneity; otherwise, a random effects model was used. RESULTS: Twenty-six studies were included (1655 patients). The pooled rate of recurrence was 21%. Full-thickness flaps showed the best results concerning recurrence (7.4%), partial flaps revealed 19% and mucosal flaps 30.1%. Core-out and curettage had a similar recurrence (19 vs 21%). Regarding anal incontinence, the pooled rate was 13.3%. Mucosal- and partial-thickness flaps showed similar rates (9.3 vs 10.2%), while full-thickness flaps disturbed it in 20.4%. Most of these alterations were minor symptoms. Otherwise, core-out and curettage showed similar rates (14.3 vs 12%). CONCLUSIONS: 1. Full-thickness rectal advancement flaps offer better results regarding the recurrence than mucosal or partial flaps. 2. All flaps cause some incontinence, which increases with the thickness of the flap. 3. The results did not suggest differences in recurrence and incontinence between core-out and curettage.

The changes in resting anal pressure after performing full-thickness rectal advancement flaps.

BACKGROUND: Advancement flap is an accepted approach for treating complex fistula-in-ano.The purpose was to evaluate the changes in resting pressure along the anal canal after performing a full-thickness flap. METHODS: Manometric review of patients who have undergone a full-thickness rectal advancement flap procedure for complex anal fistulas of cryptoglandular origin. Recurrence and continence were evaluated. Resting Anal Pressure was assessed along the anal canal by two measures: maximum resting pressure(MRP) and inferior resting pressure(IRP) at 0.5 cm from the anal verge. RESULTS: 119 patients were evaluated. Overall recurrence rate was5.9%. Anal continence was maintained intact in 76.5%. Manometric study showed a significant decrease in postoperative MRP(90.6 ± 31.9 to 45.2 ± 20 mmHg; p < 0.001), while IRP values did not differ significantly(28.2 ± 18.3 to 23.2 ± 13.5 mmHg; p = 0.1). CONCLUSIONS: Performing a full-thickness rectal flap causes a decrease of the MRP in the middle third of the anal canal, due to the inclusion of the internal sphincter in flap. It seems crucial to preserve the distal internal sphincter intact as it helps both to maintain the resting pressure in the lower third and avoid deformities of the anal margin.

Tratamiento quirúrgico de la diverticulitis aguda. Estudio retrospectivo multicéntrico / Surgical treatment of acute diverticulitis. A retrospective multicentre study

INTRODUCCIÓN: Se pretende analizar los resultados a corto y medio plazo de diferentes técnicas quirúrgicas en el tratamiento de la diverticulitis aguda complicada (DAC). MÉTODOS: Estudio retrospectivo y multicéntrico de pacientes operados de urgencia o de urgencia diferida por DAC. RESULTADOS: Estudiamos a 385 pacientes: 218 hombres y 167 mujeres, de edad media 64,4 ± 15,6 años, intervenidos en 10 hospitales. La mediana (25-758 percentiles) de evolución desde el inicio de los síntomas hasta la cirugía fue de 48 h(24-72), y su indicación más frecuente, un cuadro peritonítico (66%). El abordaje fue generalmente abierto (95,1%) y los hallazgos más comunes, peritonitis purulenta (34,8%) o absceso pericólico (28,6%). La técnica más habitual fue el procedimiento de Hartmann (PHT) en 278 (72,2%), seguida de resección y anastomosis primaria (RAP) en 69 (17,9%). Se complicaron 205 pacientes (53,2%) y fallecieron 50 (13%). Edad avanzada, inmunodepresión, factores de riesgo quirúrgico y peritonitis fecal se asociaron a mayor mortalidad. El lavado peritoneal laparoscópico (LPL) tuvo elevada tasa de reintervenciones, implicando frecuentemente un estoma, y la RAP se complicó con dehiscencia de sutura en el 13,7% de pacientes, sin diferencias en la morbimortalidad al compararla con el PHT. La mediana de estancia postoperatoria fue de 12 días; su mayor duración se relacionó con la mayor edad, riesgo quirúrgico ASA, hospital y complicaciones postoperatorias. CONCLUSIONES: La cirugía por DAC tiene importante morbimortalidad y se asocia frecuentemente a un estoma terminal. Además, el LPL presenta alta tasa de reintervenciones. LA RAP, aun asociando un estoma de protección, parece de elección en muchos casos

INTRODUCTION: To analyze short and medium-term results of different surgical techniques in the treatment of complicated acute diverticulitis (CAD). METHODS: Multicentre retrospective study including patients operated on as surgical emergency or deferred-urgency with the diagnosis of CAD. RESULTS: A series of 385 patients: 218 men and 167 women, mean age 64.4 ± 15.6 years, operated on in 10 hospitals were included. The median (25th-75th percentile) time from symptoms to surgery was 48 (24-72) h, being peritonitis the main surgical indication in a 66% of cases. Surgical approach was usually open (95.1%), and the commonest findings, a purulent peritonitis (34.8%) or pericolonic abscess (28.6%). Hartmann procedure (HP) was the most used technique in 278 (72.2%) patients, followed by resection and primary anastomosis (RPA) in 69 (17.9%). The overall postoperative morbidity and mortality was 53.2% and 13% respectively. Age, immunosupression, presence of general risk factors and faecal peritonitis were associated with increased mortality. Laparoscopic peritoneal lavage (LPL) was associated with an increased reoperation rate frequently involving a stoma, and anastomotic leaks presented in 13.7 patients after RPA, without differences in morbimortality when compared with HP. Median postoperative length of stay was 12 days, and was correlated with age, surgical risk, ASA score, hospital and postoperative complications. CONCLUSIONS: Surgery for CAD has important morbidity and mortality and is frequently associated with an end-stoma. Moreover LPL presented high reoperation rates. It seems better to resect and anastomose in most cases, even with an associated protective stoma

Surgical treatment of acute diverticulitis. A retrospective multicentre study. / Tratamiento quirúrgico de la diverticulitis aguda. Estudio retrospectivo multicéntrico.

INTRODUCTION: To analyze short and medium-term results of different surgical techniques in the treatment of complicated acute diverticulitis (CAD). METHODS: Multicentre retrospective study including patients operated on as surgical emergency or deferred-urgency with the diagnosis of CAD. RESULTS: A series of 385 patients: 218 men and 167 women, mean age 64.4±15.6 years, operated on in 10 hospitals were included. The median (25th-75th percentile) time from symptoms to surgery was 48 (24-72) h, being peritonitis the main surgical indication in a 66% of cases. Surgical approach was usually open (95.1%), and the commonest findings, a purulent peritonitis (34.8%) or pericolonic abscess (28.6%). Hartmann procedure (HP) was the most used technique in 278 (72.2%) patients, followed by resection and primary anastomosis (RPA) in 69 (17.9%). The overall postoperative morbidity and mortality was 53.2% and 13% respectively. Age, immunosupression, presence of general risk factors and faecal peritonitis were associated with increased mortality. Laparoscopic peritoneal lavage (LPL) was associated with an increased reoperation rate frequently involving a stoma, and anastomotic leaks presented in 13.7 patients after RPA, without differences in morbimortality when compared with HP. Median postoperative length of stay was 12 days, and was correlated with age, surgical risk, ASA score, hospital and postoperative complications. CONCLUSIONS: Surgery for CAD has important morbidity and mortality and is frequently associated with an end-stoma. Moreover LPL presented high reoperation rates. It seems better to resect and anastomose in most cases, even with an associated protective stoma.

"Core out" or "curettage" in rectal advancement flap for cryptoglandular anal fistula.

AIM: Transanal advancement flap is a recognized technique for complex fistula. Management of the tract is open to discussion. Excision of the tract by the "core out" technique is difficult and could increase the risk of sphincter damage. Curettage is easier but it could increase the risk of recurrence. The aim of the present study was to assess the effect of both techniques on sphincter function and to study the clinical results. METHOD: This is a retrospective analysis from a prospective database. One hundred nineteen consecutive patients with high cryptoglandular anal fistula were included. "Core out" technique was performed in 78 patients (group I) and "curettage" in 41 (group II). In both, a full-thickness rectal flap was advanced over the closed internal defect. Anorectal manometry was performed to assess sphincter function. Continence was assessed using the Wexner Scale. Recurrence was defined as the presence of an abscess or fistulization. RESULTS: Manometric results showed a significant decrease in the maximum resting pressure after surgery in both groups. The maximum squeeze pressure was significantly reduced only in group I (p < 0.001). No significant changes in Wexner score were observed. The overall recurrence rate was 5.88%, five of group I (6.4%) and two of group II (4.9%), without statistical significance (p = 0.74). CONCLUSIONS: The core-out technique causes a significant decrease in squeeze pressures, which reflects damage to the external anal sphincter. This could lead to incontinence in high-risk patients. Curettage is a simple technique that preserves the values of squeeze pressures without increasing recurrence rates.