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  1. Article: A novel use of the comprehensive complication index in perihilar cholangiocarcinoma surgery.

    Poletto, Edoardo / Conci, Simone / Campagnaro, Tommaso / De Bellis, Mario / Alaimo, Laura / Ruzzenente, Andrea

    Hepatobiliary surgery and nutrition

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 1, Page(s) 139–142

    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-28
    Publishing country China (Republic : 1949- )
    Document type Editorial
    ZDB-ID 2812398-0
    ISSN 2304-389X ; 2304-3881
    ISSN (online) 2304-389X
    ISSN 2304-3881
    DOI 10.21037/hbsn-23-585
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  2. Article: Capacity development challenges and solutions for Natura 2000: an approach through blended learning

    Campagnaro, Thomas / McIntosh, Neil / Trentanovi, Giovanni / Sitzia, Tommaso

    Oryx. 20222022 Sept. 12, Aug. 12, v. 56, no. 5

    2022  

    Abstract: Capacity development is essential for the effective management of protected areas and for achieving successful biodiversity conservation. European Natura 2000 sites form an extensive network of protected areas and developing the capacity of staff at all ... ...

    Abstract Capacity development is essential for the effective management of protected areas and for achieving successful biodiversity conservation. European Natura 2000 sites form an extensive network of protected areas and developing the capacity of staff at all levels is a priority that will positively influence the appropriate implementation of conservation actions. In this study we identify the main challenges and potential solutions to developing the skills, knowledge and tools required for effective Natura 2000 site management. Our findings are based on a case study of the European project LIFE e-Natura2000.edu, which focuses on capacity development in practical biodiversity conservation and management through integrated and blended learning experiences (i.e. a combination of face-to-face and virtual teaching). We illustrate the main elements for successfully building capacity within a variety of knowledge and experience backgrounds and operating levels related to the management of Natura 2000 sites. Multifaceted, blended learning approaches are key to tackling the various needs of Natura 2000 managers in terms of skills, knowledge and tools.
    Keywords Oryx ; biodiversity conservation ; case studies
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-0812
    Size p. 764-773.
    Publishing place Cambridge University Press
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 417337-5
    ISSN 1365-3008 ; 0030-6053
    ISSN (online) 1365-3008
    ISSN 0030-6053
    DOI 10.1017/S0030605322000679
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  3. Article ; Online: Perihilar cholangiocarcinoma: three-dimensional modelling algorithm to estimate tumour extension and bile duct resection margins.

    Ruzzenente, Andrea / Alaimo, Laura / D'Onofrio, Mirko / Marchese, Andrea / Roman, Diletta / Conci, Simone / De Bellis, Mario / Pedrazzani, Corrado / Campagnaro, Tommaso / Guglielmi, Alfredo

    The British journal of surgery

    2024  Volume 111, Issue 1

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Klatskin Tumor/surgery ; Margins of Excision ; Bile Ducts ; Bile Duct Neoplasms/surgery
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-02
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2985-3
    ISSN 1365-2168 ; 0263-1202 ; 0007-1323 ; 1355-7688
    ISSN (online) 1365-2168
    ISSN 0263-1202 ; 0007-1323 ; 1355-7688
    DOI 10.1093/bjs/znad428
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  4. Article ; Online: The Role of Three-Dimensional Modeling to Improve Comprehension of Liver Anatomy and Tumor Characteristics for Medical Students and Surgical Residents.

    Alaimo, Laura / Marchese, Andrea / Vignola, Damiano / Roman, Diletta / Conci, Simone / De Bellis, Mario / Pedrazzani, Corrado / Campagnaro, Tommaso / Manzini, Gessica / Guglielmi, Alfredo / Ruzzenente, Andrea

    Journal of surgical education

    2024  Volume 81, Issue 4, Page(s) 597–606

    Abstract: Objective: Studying liver anatomy can be challenging for medical students and surgical residents due to its complexity. Three-dimensional visualization technology (3DVT) allows for a clearer and more precise view of liver anatomy. We sought to assess ... ...

    Abstract Objective: Studying liver anatomy can be challenging for medical students and surgical residents due to its complexity. Three-dimensional visualization technology (3DVT) allows for a clearer and more precise view of liver anatomy. We sought to assess how 3DVT can assist students and surgical residents comprehend liver anatomy.
    Design: Data from 5 patients who underwent liver resection for malignancy at our institution between September 2020 and April 2022 were retrospectively reviewed and selected following consensus among the investigators. Participants were required to complete an online survey to investigate their understanding of tumor characteristics and vascular variations based on patients' computed tomography (CT) and 3DVT.
    Setting: The study was carried out at the General and Hepato-Biliary Surgery Department of the University of Verona.
    Participants: Among 32 participants, 13 (40.6%) were medical students, and 19 (59.4%) were surgical residents.
    Results: Among 5 patients with intrahepatic lesions, 4 patients (80.0%) had at least 1 vascular variation. Participants identified number and location of lesions more correctly when evaluating the 3DVT (84.6% and 80.9%, respectively) compared with CT scans (61.1% and 64.8%, respectively) (both p ≤ 0.001). The identification of any vascular variations was more challenging using the CT scans, with only 50.6% of correct answers compared with 3DVT (72.2%) (p < 0.001). Compared with CT scans, 3DVT led to a 23.5%, 16.1%, and 21.6% increase in the correct definition of number and location of lesions, and vascular variations, respectively. 3DVT allowed for a decrease of 50.8 seconds (95% CI 23.6-78.0) in the time needed to answer the questions. All participants agreed on the usefulness of 3DVT in hepatobiliary surgery.
    Conclusions: The 3DVT facilitated a more precise preoperative understanding of liver anatomy, tumor location and characteristics.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Retrospective Studies ; Internship and Residency ; Students, Medical ; Comprehension ; Liver Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging ; Liver Neoplasms/surgery ; Imaging, Three-Dimensional/methods
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-22
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2277538-9
    ISSN 1878-7452 ; 1931-7204
    ISSN (online) 1878-7452
    ISSN 1931-7204
    DOI 10.1016/j.jsurg.2023.12.018
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  5. Article ; Online: Portal vein stenting in recurrent or locally advanced peri-hilar cholangiocarcinoma.

    De Bellis, Mario / Contro, Alberto / Bianco, Andrea / Gasparini, Clizia / Tripepi, Marzia / La Raja, Matilde / Alaimo, Laura / Conci, Simone / Campagnaro, Tommaso / Guglielmi, Alfredo / Mansueto, Giancarlo / Ruzzenente, Andrea

    European journal of surgical oncology : the journal of the European Society of Surgical Oncology and the British Association of Surgical Oncology

    2024  Volume 50, Issue 3, Page(s) 107984

    Abstract: Background: Recurrent or locally advanced peri-hilar cholangiocarcinoma (PHCC) usually involves the portal vein (PV) leading to significant stenosis. With disease progression, clinical symptoms such as ascites, bleeding, and hepatic insufficiency are ... ...

    Abstract Background: Recurrent or locally advanced peri-hilar cholangiocarcinoma (PHCC) usually involves the portal vein (PV) leading to significant stenosis. With disease progression, clinical symptoms such as ascites, bleeding, and hepatic insufficiency are usually observed. Little is know about the benefit of PV stenting in relieving the symptoms associated to portal hypertension and allowing anticancer therapies. The aim of this study is to review our experience in PV stenting for PHCC patients.
    Methods: From 2014 to 2022, data from PHCC patients underwent PV stenting at Verona University Hospital, Italy, were reviewed. The indications were: gastrointestinal bleeding from esophagus-gastric varices, ascites not responsive to medical therapy, severe thrombocytopenia, liver insufficiency (hepatic jaundice, coagulopathy, and/or hyperammoniemia), or asymptomatic high-grade PV stenosis. Cavernous transformation and intrahepatic thrombosis in both sides of the liver were considered contraindication. Systematic anticoagulation therapy was not administered.
    Results: Technical success was achieved in all 16 (100 %) patients. The improvement of clinical symptoms were observed in 12 (75 %) patients. Anticancer therapy was administrated in 11 (69 %) patients. 2 (13 %) complications were observed: 1 biliary injury and 1 recurrent cholangitis that required a percutaneous trans-hepatic biliary drainage placement. Stent occlusion for tumor progression occurred in 1 patient and a re-stenting procedure was successfully performed. No case of thrombotic stent occlusion was observed during follow up. The 1-year stent patency was 86 % and the median patency period was 8 months (IQR, 4-12).
    Conclusion: PV stenting is a feasible and safe palliative treatment that improves clinical condition, allow anticancer therapies, and provide a better quality of life.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Klatskin Tumor/pathology ; Portal Vein/surgery ; Treatment Outcome ; Constriction, Pathologic/etiology ; Ascites/etiology ; Quality of Life ; Cholangiocarcinoma/surgery ; Cholangiocarcinoma/pathology ; Bile Ducts, Intrahepatic/surgery ; Bile Ducts, Intrahepatic/pathology ; Bile Duct Neoplasms/surgery ; Bile Duct Neoplasms/complications ; Stents/adverse effects ; Retrospective Studies
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-30
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 632519-1
    ISSN 1532-2157 ; 0748-7983
    ISSN (online) 1532-2157
    ISSN 0748-7983
    DOI 10.1016/j.ejso.2024.107984
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  6. Article ; Online: The Relevance of Radial Margin Status in Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma: A State-of-the-Art Narrative Review.

    De Bellis, Mario / Mastrosimini, Maria Gaia / Capelli, Paola / Alaimo, Laura / Conci, Simone / Campagnaro, Tommaso / Pecori, Sara / Scarpa, Aldo / Guglielmi, Alfredo / Ruzzenente, Andrea

    Digestive surgery

    2024  Volume 41, Issue 2, Page(s) 92–102

    Abstract: Background: Prognosis of perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (PHCC) is poor, and curative-intent resection is the most effective treatment associated with long-term survival. Surgery is technically demanding since it involves a major hepatectomy with en bloc ... ...

    Abstract Background: Prognosis of perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (PHCC) is poor, and curative-intent resection is the most effective treatment associated with long-term survival. Surgery is technically demanding since it involves a major hepatectomy with en bloc resection of the caudate lobe and extrahepatic bile duct. Furthermore, to achieve negative margins, it may be necessary to perform concomitant vascular resection or pancreatoduodenectomy. Despite this aggressive approach, recurrence is often observed, considering 5-year recurrence-free survival below 15% and 5-year overall survival that barely exceeds 40%.
    Summary: The literature reports that survival rates are better in patients with negative margins, and surprisingly, R0 resections range between 19% and 95%. This variability is probably due to different surgical strategies and the pathologist's expertise with specimens. In fact, a proper pathological examination of residual disease should take into consideration both the ductal and the radial margin (RM) status. Currently, detailed pathological reports are lacking, and there is a likelihood of misinterpreting residual disease status due to the missing of RM description and the utilization of various definitions for surgical margins.
    Key messages: The aim of PHCC surgery is to achieve negative margins including RM. More clarity in reporting on RM is needed to define true radical resection and consistent design of oncological studies for adjuvant treatments.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Klatskin Tumor/surgery ; Klatskin Tumor/pathology ; Margins of Excision ; Survival Analysis ; Retrospective Studies ; Hepatectomy ; Bile Duct Neoplasms/pathology ; Cholangiocarcinoma
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-06
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 605888-7
    ISSN 1421-9883 ; 0253-4886
    ISSN (online) 1421-9883
    ISSN 0253-4886
    DOI 10.1159/000535995
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  7. Article ; Online: Tree invasions in Italian forests

    Campagnaro, Thomas / Brundu, G. / Burrascano, Sabina / Celesti Grapow, Laura / La Mantia, Tommaso / Sitzia, Tommaso / Badalamenti, Emilio

    Forest Ecology and Management. 2022 Oct., v. 521 p.120382-

    2022  

    Abstract: Many forest tree species have been moved outside their native range to provide goods and services elsewhere, but some of them have become invasive, causing negative impacts on biodiversity and human activities. The assessment and knowledge on the degree ... ...

    Abstract Many forest tree species have been moved outside their native range to provide goods and services elsewhere, but some of them have become invasive, causing negative impacts on biodiversity and human activities. The assessment and knowledge on the degree and scale to which forest ecosystems are invaded by non-native trees is of paramount importance for tailored policies and strategies aiming at forest conservation. By analyzing main databases and literature and applying a four-level scale of invasion (not currently invaded and with low invasibility; potentially invasible; moderately invaded; massively invaded), we assessed the current and potential occurrence of twenty-five invasive non-native trees across forest ecosystems in Italy. Vulnerability to invasion substantially differed across forest categories, with riparian forests being particularly vulnerable to invasion. Acacia dealbata, Juglans nigra, Populus × canadensis and Prunus laurocerasus invaded a relatively small number of forest categories but showed their potential to widen their impact on others. Furthermore, some non-native species showed a recent increase of their invasive status in Italy. This study identified the Italian forest categories and non-native tree species that deserve primary attention, and can support proper management and allocation of funding to protect forests from the spread of invasive tree species.
    Keywords Acacia dealbata ; Juglans nigra ; Populus ; Prunus laurocerasus ; administrative management ; biodiversity ; forest conservation ; forest ecology ; forest trees ; forests ; humans ; introduced species ; invasive species ; Italy ; Exotic trees ; Global change ; Invasive alien species ; Non-native trees ; Silviculture
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-10
    Publishing place Elsevier B.V.
    Document type Article ; Online
    ZDB-ID 751138-3
    ISSN 0378-1127
    ISSN 0378-1127
    DOI 10.1016/j.foreco.2022.120382
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  8. Article ; Online: The invasion of abandoned fields by a major alien tree filters understory plant traits in novel forest ecosystems.

    Sitzia, T / Campagnaro, T / Kotze, D J / Nardi, S / Ertani, A

    Scientific reports

    2018  Volume 8, Issue 1, Page(s) 8410

    Abstract: The abandonment of agricultural use is a common driver of spontaneous reforestation by alien trees. The N-fixing black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia L.) is a major alien invader of old fields in Europe. Here we show that canopy dominance by this tree may ... ...

    Abstract The abandonment of agricultural use is a common driver of spontaneous reforestation by alien trees. The N-fixing black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia L.) is a major alien invader of old fields in Europe. Here we show that canopy dominance by this tree may filter the frequency distribution of plant functional traits in the understory of secondary woodlands. Higher soil C/N ratio and available P are associated with black locust stands, while higher soil phenols associate with native tree stands. These environmental effects result in differences in understory flowering periods, reproduction types and life forms. Our findings emphasize the effect of a major alien tree on functional plant trait composition in the early stages of spontaneous reforestation of abandoned lands, implying the development of a novel forest ecosystem on a large geographical scale.
    MeSH term(s) Forests ; Introduced Species ; Trees
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-05-30
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2615211-3
    ISSN 2045-2322 ; 2045-2322
    ISSN (online) 2045-2322
    ISSN 2045-2322
    DOI 10.1038/s41598-018-26493-3
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  9. Article: Identifying Habitat Type Conservation Priorities under the Habitats Directive: Application to Two Italian Biogeographical Regions

    Campagnaro, Thomas / Sitzia, Tommaso / Trentanovi, Giovanni

    Sustainability. 2018 Apr. 15, v. 10, no. 4

    2018  

    Abstract: The ongoing biodiversity crisis necessitates greater efforts to ensure the adequate conservation of critical habitat types. Even though the identification of protected areas is still required in Europe, conservation efforts are now focusing on management ...

    Abstract The ongoing biodiversity crisis necessitates greater efforts to ensure the adequate conservation of critical habitat types. Even though the identification of protected areas is still required in Europe, conservation efforts are now focusing on management requirements for protected areas and habitat types. Establishing effective management approaches is important for the conservation of the natural and semi-natural habitat types that are identified under the Habitats Directive framework. In this study, we propose a methodology for determining priorities in the conservation management of habitat types based on readily available data. This method relies on four simple criteria to rank habitat types, which includes: conservation condition, biodiversity value, pressure factor, and the cover relevance of habitat types (indicating regional responsibility in terms of area covered). After ranking the habitat types based on the sum of the scores given to all of the criteria, the 25% top-ranking habitat types were prioritized. The pressure factors are analyzed using cluster analysis to better convey information regarding the management needs of groups of habitat types. This prioritization method was tested in habitat types occurring within the Italian Alpine and Continental biogeographical regions. From this analysis, forests, bogs and fens, and dry grasslands were identified as conservation priorities for the Alpine region; meanwhile, a wider variety of habitat types were identified for the Continental region. Important pressure factors were identified (e.g., roads and motorways) for these two biogeographical regions of Italy, which could be used to suggest specific conservation measures. The proposed approach represents a transparent and reliable method for outlining habitat-type priorities based on conservation, biodiversity, pressure, and cover factors, which can be applied to identifying conservation measures that can help achieve biodiversity targets.
    Keywords biodiversity ; bogs ; cluster analysis ; conservation areas ; fens ; forests ; geographical distribution ; grasslands ; habitats ; highways ; prioritization ; Alps region ; Italy
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2018-0415
    Publishing place Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 2518383-7
    ISSN 2071-1050
    ISSN 2071-1050
    DOI 10.3390/su10041189
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  10. Article: Five major invasive alien tree species in European Union forest habitat types of the Alpine and Continental biogeographical regions

    Campagnaro, Thomas / Giuseppe Brundu / Tommaso Sitzia

    Journal for nature conservation. 2018 June, v. 43

    2018  

    Abstract: Invasive alien species are a threat to protected areas, species, and habitats worldwide. At the European level, the control of invasive alien species is a major goal of the EU Biodiversity Strategy, and a cornerstone, in this sense, is the Regulation (EU) ...

    Abstract Invasive alien species are a threat to protected areas, species, and habitats worldwide. At the European level, the control of invasive alien species is a major goal of the EU Biodiversity Strategy, and a cornerstone, in this sense, is the Regulation (EU) no.1143/2014 on invasive alien species. In this study, we focus on the Alpine and Continental biogeographical regions of Europe (defined in art. 1 of the Habitats Directive; 92/43/EEC), and aim to give an overview of the main protected forest habitat types threatened by invasive alien species, and focus on five major invasive alien tree species (Acer negundo, Ailanthus altissima, Prunus serotina, Quercus rubra, and Robinia pseudoacacia). We considered the assessment reports under Article 17 of the Habitats Directive for the period 2007–2012, and six documents on the interpretation of habitats, to identify those most threatened by invasive alien species and in particular by the five invasive alien trees. We also assessed selected examples of impacts by these alien tree species on different species groups within Natura 2000 sites to highlight potential effects on biodiversity. Riparian forest habitats and oak dominated woodlands are among the most prone to invasion within the two biogeographical regions. A. altissima and R. pseudoacacia are the most reported invasive alien trees in these protected forest habitat types. Furthermore, examples of the impacts of these tree species have indicated potential detrimental effects on forest habitats structure and functions, and on single species listed in the Habitats and Birds Directives. In conclusion, we emphasise the need for effective management and systematic monitoring of these five invasive alien tree species within Natura 2000 sites.
    Keywords Acer negundo ; Ailanthus altissima ; biodiversity ; biogeography ; birds ; conservation areas ; European Union ; forest habitats ; forest reserves ; introduced plants ; invasive species ; monitoring ; Prunus serotina ; Quercus rubra ; riparian forests ; Robinia pseudoacacia ; trees ; woodlands ; Europe
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2018-06
    Size p. 227-238.
    Publishing place Elsevier GmbH
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 2077553-2
    ISSN 1618-1093 ; 1617-1381
    ISSN (online) 1618-1093
    ISSN 1617-1381
    DOI 10.1016/j.jnc.2017.07.007
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