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2026
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Monzer Saleh, Alvar Akil, Laudy Chehade, Tasnim Diab et autres
Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of cancer-related morbidity and mortality worldwide, with incidence rates in Lebanon among the highest in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Despite this, data on CRC epidemiology, tumor characteristics, and treatment outcomes …
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2026
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Ahmad Moukachar, Ibrahim Khreis, Yara Tarhini, Antoine Abou Rached
Background The human microbiota, formed by bacteria, viruses, and yeasts, plays a fundamental role in maintaining health and preventing disease. It is influenced by multiple factors such as age, sex, hygiene practices, and dietary habits. Its disruption, particularly through inappropriate use of …
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2026
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Antoine Abou Rached, J Saniour, Antoine S. Geagea, Christian Salameh et autres
OBJECTIVE: The objective of the study was to review available data on IBD in Lebanon based on histopathological reports and endoscopic data to identify the number of newly diagnosed cases per year, age, gender, and disease phenotype, and subsequently update the incidence …
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2026
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Rim A Boutari, Perla E Abboud, Lea Issa, Abed AlRaouf Kawtharani et autres
Portal vein thrombosis (PVT) is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition that most often occurs in the setting of liver disease, malignancy, local inflammation, certain medications, or hypercoagulable disorders. We report a rare case of acute PVT in a 71-year-old woman with …
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2025
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Mariane Ghantous, Zeinab El Zein, Antoine S. Geagea, Houssam Alam et autres
RATIONALE: Gastrocolic fistulae represent abnormal connections between the stomach and large intestine, often leading to chronic diarrhea and malnutrition. They can arise postoperatively, particularly after complex surgeries such as the Billroth II procedure. PATIENT CONCERNS: This case report describes the case of …
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2025
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Nayef Alkhalil, Abed AlRaouf Kawtharani, C S Nahas, Antoine Abou Rached
A tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is defined as a pathological connection between the trachea and the esophagus, leading to a spillover of oral and gastric secretions into the respiratory tract. TEF is either congenital or acquired. Congenital TEFs are rare in adults and …
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2025
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Fatima I Hsayan, Noureddine Matar, Antoine Abou Rached
Portal vein thrombosis (PVT) is most commonly associated with cirrhosis due to the reduced blood flow through the liver. However, its occurrence in non-cirrhotic individuals is rare and typically linked to hypercoagulable states. The postpartum period is a recognized hypercoagulable state, yet …
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2025
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Homie A. Razavi, Imam A. Waked, Huma Qureshi, Loreta Anesti Kondili et autres
BACKGROUND & AIMS: The year 2023 marked the 10-year anniversary of the launch of direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) for the treatment of hepatitis C virus (HCV). Monitoring HCV treatment trends by country, region, and globally is important to assess progress toward the World …
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2024
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Fatima I Hsayan, Mariam Naboulsi, Antoine Abou Rached
Aseptic splenic abscesses are rare in the early phases of Crohn's disease and are typically reported in patients with longstanding illness or uncontrolled symptoms despite medical treatment. We present a case of recurrent aseptic splenic abscesses in a young man newly diagnosed …
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2024
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Ala I. Sharara, Ayman Alrazim, Saniour Philippe, Fady E. Daniel et autres
To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of tofacitinib in patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) in clinical practice in Lebanon. This was a retrospective cross-sectional study. The data were collected from hospital records. Patients with moderate to severe UC treated with tofacitinib between …
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2024
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Ala I. Sharara, Ayman Alrazim, Saniour Philippe, Fady E. Daniel et autres
Introduction: To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of tofacitinib in patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) in clinical practice in Lebanon. Methods: This was a retrospective cross-sectional study. Patients with moderate to severe UC treated with tofacitinib between 2018 and 2021 were included. …
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2024
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Laura Akiki, Abed AlRaouf Kawtharani, Antoine Abou Rached, Antoine Semaan et autres
Gastric volvulus is a rare condition whose incidence remains largely unknown. Unless actively considered by healthcare providers, the diagnosis of gastric volvulus, which can lead to significant morbidity and mortality, may be overlooked. This condition can manifest in either acute or chronic …
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