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Cells Inside Cells

T cells that invade cells lining bile ducts damaged by disease are characterised by the expression of an adhesion molecule called E-cadherin that promotes their invasive behaviour

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Image still from a video from work by Scott P. Davies and Vincenzo Ronca, and colleagues

Centre for Liver and Gastrointestinal Research, Institute of Biomedical Research, Institute of Immunology and Immunotherapy, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK

Video originally published with a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)

Published in Nature Communications, January 2024

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Facts About Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)

Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is an autoimmune disease that affects mostly women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB). PBC harms the liver and, when left untreated, can lead to serious problems, such as cirrhosis and liver failure. The good news is that treatments are available that may help reduce symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. We reached out to Nancy Reau, M.D.,…

Facts About Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)

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Sintilimab and anlotinib with gemcitabine plus cisplatin in advanced biliary tract cancer: SAGC a randomized phase 2 trial

Sintilimab and anlotinib with gemcitabine plus cisplatin in advanced biliary tract cancer: SAGC a randomized phase 2 trial Summary The SAGC trial, a randomized phase 2 study, investigated the efficacy of sintilimab (a PD-1 inhibitor) and anlotinib (an anti-angiogenic) combined with gemcitabine plus cisplatin (GC) chemotherapy as first-line treatment for advanced biliary tract cancer (BTC). The…

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AI-powered convolutional neural network achieves high accuracy in detecting biliary malignancies

A groundbreaking AI model utilizing a convolutional neural network (CNN) has demonstrated exceptional accuracy in distinguishing between malignant and benign biliary strictures. According to a new transatlantic study published on 14 February, the CNN was trained on over 90,000 endoscopic images. These images were collected from three leading medical centers in Portugal, Spain, and the United…

AI-powered convolutional neural network achieves high accuracy in detecting biliary malignancies

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Understanding Biliary Tract Disease Treatment

Biliary tract disease encompasses a range of conditions affecting the bile ducts, gallbladder, and liver. From gallstones to bile duct obstruction, these disorders can significantly impact one's health and quality of life. Fortunately, advancements in medical science have led to various treatment options tailored to address specific aspects of biliary tract disease.

Treatment for biliary tract disease often begins with lifestyle modifications and medications. For individuals with cholesterol gallstones, doctors may recommend dietary changes to reduce fat intake and medications to dissolve stones. However, if these methods prove ineffective or if complications arise, surgical intervention may be necessary.

One common surgical procedure for gallstones is laparoscopic cholecystectomy, a minimally invasive technique that involves removing the gallbladder. This procedure offers faster recovery times and fewer complications compared to traditional open surgery. Alternatively, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) can be utilized to remove stones from the bile ducts, often combined with sphincterotomy to widen the duct and facilitate stone removal.

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Extrahepatic biliary system in Kalyan in 2024 | System, Kalyan, Vascular

Feb 8, 2024 - For extrahepatic biliary system care in Kalyan, trust the expertise of Dr. Chandrakant S. Kamble. Explore our advanced solutio