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  1. Article ; Online: Diagnostic tools for fecal incontinence: Scoring systems are the crucial first step.

    Liptak, Peter / Duricek, Martin / Banovcin, Peter

    World journal of gastroenterology

    2024  Volume 30, Issue 6, Page(s) 516–522

    Abstract: The main aim of this editorial is to comment on the recent article published by ... ...

    Abstract The main aim of this editorial is to comment on the recent article published by Garg
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Fecal Incontinence/diagnosis ; Fecal Incontinence/therapy ; Quality of Life ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Chronic Disease ; Severity of Illness Index
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-05
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Editorial
    ZDB-ID 2185929-2
    ISSN 2219-2840 ; 1007-9327
    ISSN (online) 2219-2840
    ISSN 1007-9327
    DOI 10.3748/wjg.v30.i6.516
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  2. Article: Identification of a novel

    Kolkova, Zuzana / Durdik, Peter / Holubekova, Veronika / Durdikova, Anna / Jesenak, Milos / Banovcin, Peter

    Frontiers in pediatrics

    2024  Volume 12, Page(s) 1339664

    Abstract: Background: The mutations in the : Methods: Two young brothers from a non-consanguineous Slovak family with diagnosed retinal dystrophy and recurrent respiratory infections were examined. Suspected PCD was diagnosed based on a PICADAR questionnaire, ... ...

    Abstract Background: The mutations in the
    Methods: Two young brothers from a non-consanguineous Slovak family with diagnosed retinal dystrophy and recurrent respiratory infections were examined. Suspected PCD was diagnosed based on a PICADAR questionnaire, nasal nitric oxide analysis, transmission electron microscopy, high-speed video microscopy analysis, and genetic testing.
    Results: We identified a novel frameshift
    Conclusion: The identified novel pathogenic mutation in the
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-25
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2711999-3
    ISSN 2296-2360
    ISSN 2296-2360
    DOI 10.3389/fped.2024.1339664
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  3. Article: Rare Benign Focal Lesions of the Liver: Report of 2 Cases and Literature Review.

    Cmarková, Kristína / Nosáková, Lenka / Pindura, Miroslav / Vojtko, Martin / Bánovčin, Peter / Miklušica, Juraj

    Case reports in gastroenterology

    2024  Volume 18, Issue 1, Page(s) 90–97

    Abstract: Introduction: Benign lesions of the liver are very common findings, usually randomly discovered, especially during examinations for other indications. The frequent use of imaging modalities may be responsible for the statistical increase in the ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Benign lesions of the liver are very common findings, usually randomly discovered, especially during examinations for other indications. The frequent use of imaging modalities may be responsible for the statistical increase in the incidence of these findings.
    Case presentation: In this publication, we present the cases of 2 female patients with benign liver lesions, the occurrence of which is considered rare, and only a few dozen cases have been described worldwide. In both cases, clinical symptoms, diagnostic approach, and surgical treatment are presented.
    Conclusion: Due to increasing availability of imaging methods, the occurrence of previously considered rare benign liver lesions increases as well. In many cases, the malignant potential of these findings remains unclear. Decision-making process should include a multidisciplinary board.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-04
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2440540-1
    ISSN 1662-0631
    ISSN 1662-0631
    DOI 10.1159/000536111
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  4. Article: Acute-on-chronic liver failure in patients with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection.

    Liptak, Peter / Nosakova, Lenka / Rosolanka, Robert / Skladany, Lubomir / Banovcin, Peter

    World journal of hepatology

    2023  Volume 15, Issue 1, Page(s) 41–51

    Abstract: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has had a significant impact on the lives of millions of people, especially those with other concomitant diseases, such as chronic ...

    Abstract The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has had a significant impact on the lives of millions of people, especially those with other concomitant diseases, such as chronic liver diseases. To date, seven coronaviruses have been identified to infect humans. The main site of pathological action of these viruses is lung tissue. However, a substantial number of studies have proven that SARS-CoV-2 shows affinity towards several organs, including the gastrointestinal tract and the liver. The current state of evidence points to several proposed mechanisms of liver injury in patients with COVID-19 and their combination. Liver impairment is considered to be the result of the direct effect of the virus on the hepatic tissue cells, a systemic reaction consisting of inflammation, hypoxia and cytokine storm, drug-induced liver injury, with the possible contribution of a perturbed gut-liver axis. Reactivation of chronic hepatic disease could be another factor for liver impairment in patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection. Acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) is a relatively new syndrome that occurs in 10%-30% of all hospitalized patients with chronic liver disease. It is crucial to recognize high-risk patients due to the increased morbidity and mortality in these cases. Several published studies have reported virus infection as a trigger factor for ACLF. However, to date, there are few relevant studies describing the presence of ACLF in patients with acute SARS-CoV-2 infection. In this minireview we summarize the current state of knowledge regarding the relation between ACLF and acute SARS-CoV-2 infection.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-02-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2573703-X
    ISSN 1948-5182
    ISSN 1948-5182
    DOI 10.4254/wjh.v15.i1.41
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  5. Article ; Online: Increased Sensitivity of Cough Reflex is Not the Mechanism of Cough Attributed to Laryngopharyngeal Reflux.

    Ďuriček, Martin / Péčová, Renata / Lipták, Peter / Vážanová, Diana / Bánovčin, Peter

    Journal of voice : official journal of the Voice Foundation

    2023  

    Abstract: Objectives: In laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) patients acid reaches laryngopharyngeal area and stimulates/sensitizes respiratory nerve terminals mediating cough. We addressed several hypothesis: if stimulation of respiratory nerves is responsible for ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: In laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) patients acid reaches laryngopharyngeal area and stimulates/sensitizes respiratory nerve terminals mediating cough. We addressed several hypothesis: if stimulation of respiratory nerves is responsible for coughing then acidic LPR should correlate with coughing and proton pump inhibitor (PPI) treatment should reduce both LPR and coughing. If sensitization of respiratory nerves is responsible for coughing then cough sensitivity should correlate with coughing and PPI should reduce both coughing and cough sensitivity.
    Study design/methods: In this prospective single center study, patients with positive reflux symptom index (RSI > 13) and/or reflux finding score (RFS > 7) and ≥1 LPR episode/24 hours were enrolled. We evaluated LPR by dual channel 24-hour pH/impedance. We determined number of LPR events with pH drop at levels 6.0, 5.5, 5.0, 4.5, and 4.0. Cough reflex sensitivity was determined as lowest capsaicin concentration causing at least 2/5 coughs (C2/C5) by single breath capsaicin inhalation challenge. For statistical analysis C2/C5 values were -log transformed. Troublesome coughing was evaluated on the scale 0-5.
    Results: We enrolled 27 LPR patients. The number of LPR events with pH 6.0, 5.5, 5.0, 4.5, and 4.0 was 14[8-23],4[2-6],1[1-3],1[0-2] and 0[0-1], respectively. There was no correlation between number of LPR episodes at any pH level and coughing (Pearson range -0.34 to 0.21, P = NS). There was no correlation between cough reflex sensitivity C2/C5 and coughing (R = -0.29 to 0.34, P = NS). Of patients that completed PPI treatment, 11 had RSI normalized (18.36 ± 2.75 vs. 7 ± 1.35, P < 0.01). There was no change in cough reflex sensitivity in PPI-responders. C2 threshold was 1.41 ± 0.19 vs. 1.2 ± 0.19 (P = 0.11) before and after PPI.
    Conclusions: No correlation between cough sensitivity and coughing and no change in cough sensitivity despite improvement of coughing by PPI argue that an increased cough reflex sensitivity is not mechanism of cough in LPR. We identified no simple relationship between LPR and coughing suggesting that this relationship is more complex.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-04-22
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 17459-2
    ISSN 1873-4588 ; 1557-8658 ; 0892-1997
    ISSN (online) 1873-4588 ; 1557-8658
    ISSN 0892-1997
    DOI 10.1016/j.jvoice.2023.02.019
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  6. Article ; Online: Mild Hyperglycaemia in Hospitalised Children with Moderate COVID-19 Infection.

    Vojtková, Jarmila / Bánovčin, Peter / Ďurdíková, Anna / Nováková, Elena / Jeseňák, Miloš

    Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania)

    2023  Volume 59, Issue 5

    Abstract: Background and ... ...

    Abstract Background and Objectives
    MeSH term(s) Child ; Humans ; Hyperglycemia/complications ; COVID-19/complications ; Child, Hospitalized ; Prognosis ; Hospitalization
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-14
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2188113-3
    ISSN 1648-9144 ; 1010-660X
    ISSN (online) 1648-9144
    ISSN 1010-660X
    DOI 10.3390/medicina59050944
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  7. Article ; Online: "Pushing" forward deep bile duct cannulation.

    Banovcin, Peter / Neumann, Helmut

    Digestive and liver disease : official journal of the Italian Society of Gastroenterology and the Italian Association for the Study of the Liver

    2019  Volume 52, Issue 2, Page(s) 127–129

    MeSH term(s) Bile Ducts ; Bile Ducts, Intrahepatic ; Catheterization ; Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde ; Sphincterotomy, Endoscopic ; Ultrasonography, Interventional
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-10-24
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Editorial ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 1459373-7
    ISSN 1878-3562 ; 1125-8055
    ISSN (online) 1878-3562
    ISSN 1125-8055
    DOI 10.1016/j.dld.2019.09.014
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  8. Article: Pancreatic stiffness and anthropometric parameters in healthy volunteers.

    Nosakova, Lenka / Uhrik, Peter / Pindura, Miroslav / Vojtko, Martin / Hoferica, Jakub / Cmarkova, Kristina / Miklusica, Juraj / Banovcin, Peter

    Bratislavske lekarske listy

    2024  Volume 125, Issue 3, Page(s) 172–175

    Abstract: Purpose: The aim of this study was to define the values of percutaneous ultrasound shear-wave and strain elastography of the pancreas in healthy volunteers.: Methods: This is a single-center prospective study conducted on volunteers who underwent ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: The aim of this study was to define the values of percutaneous ultrasound shear-wave and strain elastography of the pancreas in healthy volunteers.
    Methods: This is a single-center prospective study conducted on volunteers who underwent examination of percutaneous point shear‑wave elastography and strain elastography. Both the shear-wave speed (Vs) and strain histogram were measured 3 times and median values were evaluated. Relevant recorded clinical data were age, sex, and height.
    Results:  From May 2020 to October 2021 a total of 90 patients (21 male, 69 female) were included in the study. Their average age was 26 years (from 22 to 65). The average SWM in kPa was 6.07 (2.58-17.29). The average value of SE was 134.44 (78.51-184.35). Most of the patients had BMI in the range of normal weight with an average value of 22.75 (17.5-28). The average depth of the localization of the pancreas was 4.5 cm. The effect of BMI on the strain histogram was significant (p < 0.05). We found a significant relationship between the strain histogram and the depth of localization of the pancreas (p < 0.01).
    Conclusion:  We described normal values for pancreatic stiffness using ultrasound elastography by 2D-SWE and strain elastography. Our results indicate changes in values depending on BMI and depth of the pancreas. (Tab. 1, Fig. 5, Ref. 19).
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Male ; Female ; Adult ; Prospective Studies ; Healthy Volunteers ; Elasticity Imaging Techniques/methods ; Pancreas/diagnostic imaging ; Reference Values
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-22
    Publishing country Slovakia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 127421-1
    ISSN 0006-9248
    ISSN 0006-9248
    DOI 10.4149/BLL_2024_27
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  9. Article: Distal pancreatectomy.

    Vojtko, Martin / Cmarkova, Kristina / Pindura, Miroslav / Palkoci, Blazej / Kycina, Roman / Nosakova, Lenka / Vojtko, Marek / Banovcin, Peter / Miklusica, Juraj

    Bratislavske lekarske listy

    2024  Volume 125, Issue 4, Page(s) 239–243

    Abstract: Ntroduction: Distal pancreatectomy is a standard surgical procedure for selected benign, premalignant, and malignant lesions localized in the pancreatic body or tail. Surgical resection remains the only curative option for patients diagnosed with ... ...

    Abstract Ntroduction: Distal pancreatectomy is a standard surgical procedure for selected benign, premalignant, and malignant lesions localized in the pancreatic body or tail. Surgical resection remains the only curative option for patients diagnosed with adenocarcinoma of the pancreas.
    Patients and methods: Perioperative and postoperative clinical courses were retrospectively assessed in patients, who underwent distal pancreatectomy during the 2011‒2021 period.
    Results: During the 2011‒2021 period, a total of 112 distal pancreatectomies were performed. 67 patients (59.8%) underwent laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy, and 45 patients (40.2%) open laparotomy. The conversion was necessary for 13 patients (11.6%). Distal pancreatectomies performed laparoscopically were associated more often with biochemical leak and the development of grade B fistula, on the other hand grade C fistula developed only in patients operated by open laparotomy (LPT). The mean operating time was slightly longer in the laparoscopic group (227.1 min vs 214.6 min). The mean estimated blood loss was significantly higher in the LPT group (540.4 ml vs 191.9 ml). The mean hospitalization time was slightly longer in the LPT group (11.8 days vs 9.3 days). The rates of early reoperations were comparable between both groups (6 vs 5).
    Conclusion: Laparoscopic techniques are preferred in centers around the world to bring patients benefits by using a minimally invasive approach. These techniques are also preferred in our center, in nearly 60% of all distal pancreatectomies performed during 10 years, but on the other hand, there is a much more careful approach chosen in cases of malignant disease to achieve adequate radicality (Tab.4, Ref. 20).
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Pancreatectomy ; Pancreatic Neoplasms/surgery ; Retrospective Studies ; Pancreas ; Laparoscopy/methods ; Fistula/surgery ; Treatment Outcome ; Postoperative Complications
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-25
    Publishing country Slovakia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 127421-1
    ISSN 0006-9248
    ISSN 0006-9248
    DOI 10.4149/BLL_2024_36
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  10. Article ; Online: Esophageal Infusion of Menthol Does Not Affect Esophageal Motility in Patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease.

    Bánovčin, Peter / Lipták, Peter / Vážanová, Diana / Hoferica, Jakub / Tatár, Miloš / Ďuriček, Martin

    Dysphagia

    2023  

    Abstract: Menthol is thought to trigger gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms by influencing esophageal peristalsis and lower esophageal sphincter (LES) function. We evaluated the effect of esophageal menthol infusion on esophageal motility and the LES ... ...

    Abstract Menthol is thought to trigger gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms by influencing esophageal peristalsis and lower esophageal sphincter (LES) function. We evaluated the effect of esophageal menthol infusion on esophageal motility and the LES in healthy volunteers and in patients with GERD. High resolution manometry (HRM) catheter with attached thin tube for menthol infusion was placed transnasally. Protocol which included baseline recording, 16 water swallows (5 ml, 10 ml, and 15 ml) and the multiple rapid swallows was performed before and after esophageal infusion of menthol (3 mM, 20 min, 8 ml/min). We evaluated the effect of this infusion on the HRM parameters of esophageal peristalsis (distal contractile integral, distal latency, contractile front velocity) and the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) barrier function (integrated relaxation pressure and the inspiratory augmentation of the LES). Simultaneously we evaluated the quality and intensity of the symptoms during the menthol infusion. Esophageal infusion of menthol did not appreciably affect HRM measurements characterizing esophageal peristalsis and LES pressure in healthy subjects (N = 13) or GERD patients (N = 11). The magnitude of the distal contractile integral (5 ml) was changed neither in the healthy volunteers' group, (735 ± 127 vs. 814 ± 117 mmHg, p = 0.5), nor in the GERD patients (295 ± 78 vs. 338 ± 96 mmHg, p = 0.99). In healthy volunteers menthol did not change the inspiratory augmentation of the LES (8.67 ± 1.09 vs. 7.69 ± 0.96 mmHg, p = 0.15) and neither did for GERD patients (8.8 ± 1.18 vs. 8.22 ± 0.91 mmHg, p = 0.43). We observed no significant difference in any HRM parameter following menthol infusion, except for distal latency in 10 ml swallows. By contrast, menthol infusion induced significantly more intense discomfort in GERD patient than in healthy volunteers. Our results suggest no significant temporal effect of menthol on the esophageal motility or LES function, neither in healthy volunteers, nor in GERD. Arguably, other mechanisms are responsible for menthol-related heartburn.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-20
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 632764-3
    ISSN 1432-0460 ; 0179-051X
    ISSN (online) 1432-0460
    ISSN 0179-051X
    DOI 10.1007/s00455-023-10617-7
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