@phdthesis{Eichlinger2024, author = {Eichlinger, Robin}, title = {Retrospektive monozentrische Analyse des Krankheitsverlaufs und Prognosefaktoren von Patient*innen mit Ileitis terminalis Crohn}, doi = {10.25972/OPUS-35255}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-352555}, school = {Universit{\"a}t W{\"u}rzburg}, year = {2024}, abstract = {Die Erkrankung MC z{\"a}hlt zusammen mit der Colitis Ulcerosa zu den CED. In Deutschland liegt die Pr{\"a}valenz bei ca. 100-200 Personen pro 100000 Einwohner und steigt stetig. {\"U}berwiegend sind Menschen im jungen Erwachsenenalter betroffen, die fest im Berufsleben stehen. Die Erkrankung f{\"u}hrt im Verlauf immer wieder zu Arbeitsausf{\"a}llen und verursacht neben den gesundheitlichen Kosten f{\"u}r Medikamente und Therapie auch wirtschaftliche Ausf{\"a}lle. Trotz der hohen sozio{\"o}konomischen Bedeutung und des Vorliegens gesicherter Erkenntnisse zu Risikofaktoren, anatomischen / histologischen Ver{\"a}nderungen, Symptomkomplexen und zahlreicher Hypothesen bez{\"u}glich der Entstehung, ist die Pathogenese nicht g{\"a}nzlich verstanden. Ebenso komplex wie das Erkrankungsbild selbst ist der Prozess der Diagnosefindung. Ein Goldstandard ist nicht etabliert. Die Diagnose MC ist meist eine klinische, in Zusammenschau mit endoskopischen, histologischen, laborchemischen und radiologischen Befunden. In dieser Arbeit wurde die Versorgungsrealit{\"a}t der MC Erkrankten {\"u}ber die letzten 15 Jahre betrachtet. Es konnte ein Wandel in der chirurgischen Operations- und Anastomosentechnik gezeigt werden. Die Zukunft ist eine minimalinvasive und darmsparende Chirurgie. Im retrospektiven Vergleich der Therapiealgorithmen erfolgte nach damaliger S3-Leitlinie in der Mehrzahl der MC F{\"a}lle initial eine medikament{\"o}se Therapie, alle untersuchten F{\"a}lle erhielten jedoch eine ICR. In der Subgruppenanalyse wurden F{\"a}lle mit isolierter Ileitis terminalis Crohn untersucht. Es konnte die Effektivit{\"a}t der chirurgischen Prim{\"a}rtherapie gegen{\"u}ber einer medikament{\"o}sen Prim{\"a}rtherapie gezeigt werden, was die Daten der aktuellen Literatur st{\"u}tzt. So bestand ein Vorteil hinsichtlich des verringerten Bedarfs an einer medikament{\"o}sen Therapie im postoperativen Verlauf von zwei Jahren und bez{\"u}glich der rezidiv- und medikamentenfreien Zeit. Die Ergebnisse zeigten zudem, dass eine pr{\"a}ventive, postoperative medikament{\"o}se Therapie bei pr{\"a}operativ vorliegenden Risikofaktoren f{\"u}r ein klinisches Rezidiv nicht zwingend notwendig ist und {\"u}berdacht werden sollte. Diese Arbeit konnte den Stellenwert der Chirurgie als wichtige S{\"a}ule der Therapie bei isolierter Ileitis terminalis Crohn untermauern.}, subject = {Crohn-Krankheit}, language = {de} } @article{HankirPattPattetal.2017, author = {Hankir, Mohammed K. and Patt, Marianne and Patt, J{\"o}rg T. W. and Becker, Georg A. and Rullmann, Michael and Kranz, Mathias and Deuther-Conrad, Winnie and Schischke, Kristin and Seyfried, Florian and Brust, Peter and Hesse, Swen and Sabri, Osama and Kr{\"u}gel, Ute and Fenske, Wiebke}, title = {Suppressed fat appetite after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery associates with reduced brain mu-opioid receptor availability in diet-induced obese male rats}, series = {Frontiers in Neuroscience}, volume = {10}, journal = {Frontiers in Neuroscience}, doi = {10.3389/fnins.2016.00620}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-181130}, year = {2017}, abstract = {Brain μ-opioid receptors (MORs) stimulate high-fat (HF) feeding and have been implicated in the distinct long term outcomes on body weight of bariatric surgery and dieting. Whether alterations in fat appetite specifically following these disparate weight loss interventions relate to changes in brain MOR signaling is unknown. To address this issue, diet-induced obese male rats underwent either Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) or sham surgeries. Postoperatively, animals were placed on a two-choice diet consisting of low-fat (LF) and HF food and sham-operated rats were further split into ad libitum fed (Sham-LF/HF) and body weight-matched (Sham-BWM) to RYGB groups. An additional set of sham-operated rats always only on a LF diet (Sham-LF) served as lean controls, making four experimental groups in total. Corresponding to a stage of weight loss maintenance for RYGB rats, two-bottle fat preference tests in conjunction with small-animal positron emission tomography (PET) imaging studies with the selective MOR radioligand [\(^{11}\)C]carfentanil were performed. Brains were subsequently collected and MOR protein levels in the hypothalamus, striatum, prefrontal cortex and orbitofrontal cortex were analyzed by Western Blot. We found that only the RYGB group presented with intervention-specific changes: having markedly suppressed intake and preference for high concentration fat emulsions, a widespread reduction in [\(^{11}\)C]carfentanil binding potential (reflecting MOR availability) in various brain regions, and a downregulation of striatal and prefrontal MOR protein levels compared to the remaining groups. These findings suggest that the suppressed fat appetite caused by RYGB surgery is due to reduced brain MOR signaling, which may contribute to sustained weight loss unlike the case for dieting.}, language = {en} } @article{SilwedelHuettenSpeeretal.2023, author = {Silwedel, Christine and H{\"u}tten, Matthias C. and Speer, Christian P. and H{\"a}rtel, Christoph and Haarmann, Axel and Henrich, Birgit and Tijssen, Maud P. M. and Alnakhli, Abdullah Ahmed and Spiller, Owen B. and Schlegel, Nicolas and Seidenspinner, Silvia and Kramer, Boris W. and Glaser, Kirsten}, title = {Ureaplasma-driven neonatal neuroinflammation: novel insights from an ovine model}, series = {Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology}, volume = {43}, journal = {Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology}, number = {2}, doi = {10.1007/s10571-022-01213-8}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-324285}, pages = {785-795}, year = {2023}, abstract = {Ureaplasma species (spp.) are considered commensals of the adult genitourinary tract, but have been associated with chorioamnionitis, preterm birth, and invasive infections in neonates, including meningitis. Data on mechanisms involved in Ureaplasma-driven neuroinflammation are scarce. The present study addressed brain inflammatory responses in preterm lambs exposed to Ureaplasma parvum (UP) in utero. 7 days after intra-amniotic injection of UP (n = 10) or saline (n = 11), lambs were surgically delivered at gestational day 128-129. Expression of inflammatory markers was assessed in different brain regions using qRT-PCR and in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) by multiplex immunoassay. CSF was analyzed for UP presence using ureB-based real-time PCR, and MRI scans documented cerebral white matter area and cortical folding. Cerebral tissue levels of atypical chemokine receptor (ACKR) 3, caspases 1-like, 2, 7, and C-X-C chemokine receptor (CXCR) 4 mRNA, as well as CSF interleukin-8 protein concentrations were significantly increased in UP-exposed lambs. UP presence in CSF was confirmed in one animal. Cortical folding and white matter area did not differ among groups. The present study confirms a role of caspases and the transmembrane receptors ACKR3 and CXCR4 in Ureaplasma-driven neuroinflammation. Enhanced caspase 1-like, 2, and 7 expression may reflect cell death. Increased ACKR3 and CXCR4 expression has been associated with inflammatory central nervous system (CNS) diseases and impaired blood-brain barrier function. According to these data and previous in vitro findings from our group, we speculate that Ureaplasma-induced caspase and receptor responses affect CNS barrier properties and thus facilitate neuroinflammation.}, language = {en} } @article{BaurRamserKelleretal.2021, author = {Baur, Johannes and Ramser, Michaela and Keller, Nicola and Muysoms, Filip and D{\"o}rfer, J{\"o}rg and Wiegering, Armin and Eisner, Lukas and Dietz, Ulrich A.}, title = {Robotic hernia repair II. English version}, series = {Der Chirurg}, volume = {92}, journal = {Der Chirurg}, number = {Suppl 1}, doi = {10.1007/s00104-021-01479-6}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-323866}, pages = {S15-S26}, year = {2021}, abstract = {Endoscopic management of umbilical and incisional hernias has adapted to the limitations of conventional laparoscopic instruments over the past 30 years. This includes the development of meshes for intraperitoneal placement (intraperitoneal onlay mesh, IPOM), with antiadhesive coatings; however, adhesions do occur in a significant proportion of these patients. Minimally invasive procedures result in fewer perioperative complications, but with a slightly higher recurrence rate. With the ergonomic resources of robotics, which offers angled instruments, it is now possible to implant meshes in a minimally invasively manner in different abdominal wall layers while achieving morphologic and functional reconstruction of the abdominal wall. This video article presents the treatment of ventral and incisional hernias with mesh implantation into the preperitoneal space (robot-assisted transabdominal preperitoneal ventral hernia repair, r‑ventral TAPP) as well as into the retrorectus space (r-Rives and robotic transabdominal retromuscular umbilical prosthetic repair, r‑TARUP, respectively). The results of a cohort study of 118 consecutive patients are presented and discussed with regard to the added value of the robotic technique in extraperitoneal mesh implantation and in the training of residents.}, language = {en} } @article{DewulfDietzMontgomeryetal.2022, author = {Dewulf, Maxime and Dietz, Ulrich A. and Montgomery, Agneta and Pauli, Eric M. and Marturano, Matthew N. and Ayuso, Sullivan A. and Augenstein, Vedra A. and Lambrecht, Jan R. and K{\"o}hler, Gernot and Keller, Nicola and Wiegering, Armin and Muysoms, Filip}, title = {Robotic hernia surgery IV. English version}, series = {Chirurgie}, volume = {93}, journal = {Chirurgie}, number = {Suppl 2}, doi = {10.1007/s00104-022-01779-5}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-323875}, pages = {S129-S140}, year = {2022}, abstract = {The surgical treatment of parastomal hernias is considered complex and is known to be prone to complications. Traditionally, this condition was treated using relocation techniques or local suture repairs. Since then, several mesh-based techniques have been proposed and are nowadays used in minimally invasive surgery. Since the introduction of robot-assisted surgery to the field of abdominal wall surgery, several adaptations to these techniques have been made, which may significantly improve patient outcomes. In this contribution, we provide an overview of available techniques in robot-assisted parastomal hernia repair. Technical considerations and preliminary results of robot-assisted modified Sugarbaker repair, robot-assisted Pauli technique, and minimally invasive use of a funnel-shaped mesh in the treatment of parastomal hernias are presented. Furthermore, challenges in robot-assisted ileal conduit parastomal hernia repair are discussed. These techniques are illustrated by photographic and video material. Besides providing a comprehensive overview of robot-assisted parastomal hernia repair, this article focuses on the specific advantages of robot-assisted techniques in the treatment of this condition.}, language = {en} } @article{WidderBackhausWierlemannetal., author = {Widder, A. and Backhaus, J. and Wierlemann, A. and Hering, I. and Flemming, S. and Hankir, M. and Germer, C.-T. and Wiegering, A. and Lock, J. F. and K{\"o}nig, S. and Seyfried, F.}, title = {Optimizing laparoscopic training efficacy by 'deconstruction into key steps': a randomized controlled trial with novice medical students}, series = {Surgical Endoscopy}, volume = {36}, journal = {Surgical Endoscopy}, number = {12}, doi = {10.1007/s00464-022-09408-2}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-323969}, pages = {8726-8736}, abstract = {Background Simulator training is an effective way of acquiring laparoscopic skills but there remains a need to optimize teaching methods to accelerate learning. We evaluated the effect of the mental exercise 'deconstruction into key steps' (DIKS) on the time required to acquire laparoscopic skills. Methods A randomized controlled trial with undergraduate medical students was implemented into a structured curricular laparoscopic training course. The intervention group (IG) was trained using the DIKS approach, while the control group (CG) underwent the standard course. Laparoscopic performance of all participants was video-recorded at baseline (t0), after the first session (t1) and after the second session (t2) nine days later. Two double-blinded raters assessed the videos. The Impact of potential covariates on performance (gender, age, prior laparoscopic experience, self-assessed motivation and self-assessed dexterity) was evaluated with a self-report questionnaire. Results Both the IG (n = 58) and the CG (n = 68) improved their performance after each training session (p < 0.001) but with notable differences between sessions. Whereas the CG significantly improved their performance from t0 -t1 (p < 0.05), DIKS shortened practical exercise time by 58\% so that the IG outperformed the CG from t1 -t2, (p < 0.05). High self-assessed motivation and dexterity associated with significantly better performance (p < 0.05). Male participants demonstrated significantly higher overall performance (p < 0.05). Conclusion Mental exercises like DIKS can improve laparoscopic performance and shorten practice times. Given the limited exposure of surgical residents to simulator training, implementation of mental exercises like DIKS is highly recommended. Gender, self-assessed dexterity, and motivation all appreciably influence performance in laparoscopic training.}, language = {en} } @article{RamserBaurKelleretal.2021, author = {Ramser, Michaela and Baur, Johannes and Keller, Nicola and Kukleta, Jan F. and D{\"o}rfer, J{\"o}rg and Wiegering, Armin and Eisner, Lukas and Dietz, Ulrich A.}, title = {Robotic hernia surgery I. English version}, series = {Der Chirurg}, volume = {92}, journal = {Der Chirurg}, number = {Suppl 1}, doi = {10.1007/s00104-021-01446-1}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-323934}, pages = {S1-S13}, year = {2021}, abstract = {The treatment of inguinal hernias with open and minimally invasive procedures has reached a high standard in terms of outcome over the past 30 years. However, there is still need for further improvement, mainly in terms of reduction of postoperative seroma, chronic pain, and recurrence. This video article presents the endoscopic anatomy of the groin with regard to robotic transabdominal preperitoneal patch plasty (r‑TAPP) and illustrates the surgical steps of r‑TAPP with respective video sequences. The results of a cohort study of 302 consecutive hernias operated by r‑TAPP are presented and discussed in light of the added value of the robotic technique, including advantages for surgical training. r‑TAPP is the natural evolution of conventional TAPP and has the potential to become a new standard as equipment availability increases and material costs decrease. Future studies will also have to refine the multifaceted added value of r‑TAPP with new parameters.}, language = {en} } @article{LenschowWennmannHendricksetal.2022, author = {Lenschow, Christina and Wennmann, Andreas and Hendricks, Anne and Germer, Christoph-Thomas and Fassnacht, Martin and Buck, Andreas and Werner, Rudolf A. and Plassmeier, Lars and Schlegel, Nicolas}, title = {Questionable value of [\(^{99m}\)Tc]-sestamibi scintigraphy in patients with pHPT and negative ultrasound}, series = {Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery}, volume = {407}, journal = {Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery}, number = {8}, doi = {10.1007/s00423-022-02648-9}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-323926}, pages = {3661-3669}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Purpose A successful focused surgical approach in primary hyperparathyroidism (pHPT) relies on accurate preoperative localization of the parathyroid adenoma (PA). Most often, ultrasound is followed by [\(^{99m}\)Tc]-sestamibi scintigraphy, but the value of this approach is disputed. Here, we evaluated the diagnostic approach in patients with surgically treated pHPT in our center with the aim to further refine preoperative diagnostic procedures. Methods A single-center retrospective analysis of patients with pHPT from 01/2005 to 08/2021 was carried out followed by evaluation of the preoperative imaging modalities to localize PA. The localization of the PA had to be confirmed intraoperatively by the fresh frozen section and significant dropping of the intraoperative parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels. Results From 658 patients diagnosed with pHPT, 30 patients were excluded from the analysis because of surgery for recurrent or persistent disease. Median age of patients was 58.0 (13-93) years and 71\% were female. Neck ultrasound was carried out in 91.7\% and localized a PA in 76.6\%. In 23.4\% (135/576) of the patients, preoperative neck ultrasound did not detect a PA. In this group, [\(^{99m}\)Tc]-sestamibi correctly identified PA in only 25.4\% of patients. In contrast, in the same cohort, the use of [\(^{11}\)C]-methionine or [\(^{11}\)C]-choline PET resulted in the correct identification of PA in 79.4\% of patients (OR 13.23; 95\% CI 5.24-33.56). Conclusion [\(^{11}\)C]-Methionine or [\(^{11}\)C]-choline PET/CT are superior second-line imaging methods to select patients for a focused surgical approach when previous ultrasound failed to identify PA.}, language = {en} } @article{HeringDoerriesFlemmingetal.2022, author = {Hering, Ilona and D{\"o}rries, Luise and Flemming, Sven and Krietenstein, Laura and Koschker, Ann-Kathrin and Fassnacht, Martin and Germer, Christoph-Thomas and Hankir, Mohammed K. and Seyfried, Florian}, title = {Impact of preoperative weight loss achieved by gastric balloon on peri- and postoperative outcomes of bariatric surgery in super-obese patients: a retrospective matched-pair analysis}, series = {Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery}, volume = {407}, journal = {Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery}, number = {5}, doi = {10.1007/s00423-022-02472-1}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-323909}, pages = {1873-1879}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Background An intragastric balloon is used to cause weight loss in super-obese patients (BMI > 60 kg/m\(^2\)) prior to bariatric surgery. Whether weight loss from intragastric balloon influences that from bariatric surgery is poorly studied. Methods In this retrospective, single-center study, the effects of intragastric balloon in 26 patients (BMI 69.26 ± 6.81) on weight loss after bariatric surgery (primary endpoint), postoperative complications within 30 days, hospital readmission, operation time, and MTL30 (secondary endpoints) were evaluated. Fifty-two matched-pair patients without intragastric balloon prior to bariatric surgery were used as controls. Results Intragastric balloon resulted in a weight loss of 17.3 ± 14.1 kg (BMI 5.75 ± 4.66 kg/m\(^2\)) with a nadir after 5 months. Surgical and postoperative outcomes including complications were comparable between both groups. Total weight loss was similar in both groups (29.0\% vs. 32.2\%, p = 0.362). Direct postoperative weight loss was more pronounced in the control group compared to the gastric balloon group (29.16 ± 7.53\% vs 23.78 ± 9.89\% after 1 year, p < 0.05 and 32.13 ± 10.5\% vs 22.21 ± 10.9\% after 2 years, p < 0.05), who experienced an earlier nadir and started to regain weight during the follow-up. Conclusion A multi-stage therapeutic approach with gastric balloon prior to bariatric surgery in super-obese patients may be effective to facilitate safe surgery. However, with the gastric balloon, pre-treated patients experienced an attenuated postoperative weight loss with an earlier nadir and earlier body weight regain. This should be considered when choosing the appropriate therapeutic regime and managing patients' expectations.}, language = {en} } @article{DietzKudsiGarciaUrenaetal.2021, author = {Dietz, Ulrich A. and Kudsi, O. Yusef and Garcia-Ure{\~n}a, Miguel and Baur, Johannes and Ramser, Michaela and Maksimovic, Sladjana and Keller, Nicola and D{\"o}rfer, J{\"o}rg and Eisner, Lukas and Wiegering, Armin}, title = {Robotic hernia repair III. English version}, series = {Der Chirurg}, volume = {92}, journal = {Der Chirurg}, number = {Suppl 1}, doi = {10.1007/s00104-021-01500-y}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:20-opus-323896}, pages = {S28-S39}, year = {2021}, abstract = {The principle of targeted separation or weakening of individual components of the abdominal wall to relieve tension in the median line during major abdominal reconstruction has been known for over 30 years as anterior component separation (aCS) and is an established procedure. In search of alternatives with lower complication rates, posterior component separation (pCS) was developed; transversus abdominis release (TAR) is a nerve-sparing modification of pCS. With the ergonomic resources of robotics (e.g., angled instruments), TAR can be performed in a minimally invasive manner (r-TAR): hernia gaps of up to 14 cm can be closed and a large extraperitoneal mesh implanted. In this video article, the treatment of large incisional hernias using the r‑TAR technique is presented. Exemplary results of a cohort study in 13 consecutive patients are presented. The procedure is challenging, but our own results—as well as reports from the literature—are encouraging. The r‑TAR is becoming the pinnacle procedure for abdominal wall reconstruction.}, language = {en} }