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Radiology Nov 2015To perform a systematic review to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of hepatobiliary (HPB) phase gadoxetic acid-enhanced MR imaging of the liver in the diagnosis of focal... (Review)
Review
PURPOSE
To perform a systematic review to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of hepatobiliary (HPB) phase gadoxetic acid-enhanced MR imaging of the liver in the diagnosis of focal nodular hyperplasia (FNH) versus hepatocellular adenoma (HCA) and to identify the rate of (a) reported HCAs that are iso- or hyperintense to liver and (b) reported FNHs that are hypointense to liver on HPB phase MR images.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
The institutional review board granted a waiver for this study type, and multiple databases were searched for studies in which researchers distinguished between FNH and HCA with gadoxetic acid-enhanced MR imaging. Studies to evaluate diagnostic accuracy were included; case reports and series were included to analyze the rate of iso- or hyperintense HCAs on HPB phase MR images. Risk of bias was assessed by using the Quality Assessment Tool for Diagnostic Accuracy Studies-2. Sensitivity and specificity were plotted with a forest plot; pooling was not performed because a small number of heterogeneous studies were included. Rate of iso- or hyperintense HCA on HPB phase gadoxetic acid-enhanced MR images was evaluated.
RESULTS
Six studies (309 patients; 164 with HCA, 233 with FNH) were included for diagnostic accuracy assessment. Twelve case series (129 patients; 81 with HCA, 70 with FNH) were included (studies with insufficient 2 × 2 table data for diagnostic accuracy assessment). Sensitivity was high (range, 0.91-1.00; lower margin of the 95% confidence interval: 0.77). Specificity was high (range, 0.87-1.00; lower margin of the 95% confidence interval: 0.54). Specificity was lowest among studies in which molecular subtyping of HCA was performed. Rate of iso-or hyperintensity of HCA on HPB phase MR images was variable (range, 0%-67%) and occurred more frequently in the inflammatory subtype. High risk of bias was identified in the domains of patient selection and reference standard.
CONCLUSION
The reported diagnostic accuracy of HPB phase gadoxetic acid-enhanced MR imaging in the diagnosis of HCA versus FNH is high; however, studies are few, heterogeneous, and at high risk for bias, indicating that diagnostic accuracy may be overestimated.
Topics: Adenoma, Liver Cell; Contrast Media; Focal Nodular Hyperplasia; Gadolinium DTPA; Humans; Image Enhancement; Liver Neoplasms; Magnetic Resonance Imaging
PubMed: 26020440
DOI: 10.1148/radiol.2015142986 -
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy May 2020Previous meta-analysis showed marginal benefit of high-definition white-light endoscopy (HD-WLE) over standard-definition colonoscopy (SDC) for adenoma detection, but... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis
BACKGROUND AND AIMS
Previous meta-analysis showed marginal benefit of high-definition white-light endoscopy (HD-WLE) over standard-definition colonoscopy (SDC) for adenoma detection, but with residual uncertainty due to inclusion of nonrandomized studies. We aimed to further assess the effect of HD-WLE on adenoma detection by including only randomized controlled trials (RCTs).
METHODS
A literature search was performed for RCTs evaluating HD-WLE versus SDC in terms of adenoma, advanced adenoma, and serrated sessile adenoma detection rates as well as the mean number of adenomas per colonoscopy (MAC), the mean number of advanced adenomas per colonoscopy (MAAC), and the mean number of sessile serrated adenomas per colonoscopy (MSSAC). The effect size on study outcomes is presented as the risk ratio (RR; 95% confidence interval [CI]) or mean difference (MD; 95% CI). We assessed the strength of evidence using the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) approach.
RESULTS
Six RCTs involving 4594 individuals (HD-WLE, 2323; SDC, 2271) were included. Clinical indications were screening (1 study), positive result for fecal occult blood test, personal/family history of colorectal cancer (1 study), and mixed indications (4 studies). Withdrawal time was similar between the 2 arms (MD, -0.06; 95% CI, -0.25 to 0.12; P = .50). The adenoma detection rate was significantly higher in the HD-WLE arm compared with the SDC arm (40% vs 35%; RR, 1.13; 95% CI, 1.05-1.22; P = .001; I = 0%; GRADE, low). This effect was consistent for advanced and sessile serrated adenoma detection rates (RR, 1.33; 95% CI, 1.03-1.72; P = .03; I = 0%; GRADE, low; and RR, 1.55; 95% CI, 1.05-2.28; P = .03; I = 0%; GRADE, low, respectively). In contrast, the difference was not significant for MAC, MAAC, and MSSAC.
CONCLUSIONS
Meta-analyses of RCT data support the use of HD-WLE in clinical practice, although the additional benefit is limited.
Topics: Adenoma; Colonoscopy; Colorectal Neoplasms; Humans; Odds Ratio
PubMed: 31954133
DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2019.12.052 -
Colorectal Disease : the Official... Mar 2015We report a meta-analysis and systematic review of randomized trials assessing the impact of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in preventing recurrence of... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
The efficacy and safety of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in preventing the recurrence of colorectal adenoma: a meta-analysis and systematic review of randomized trials.
AIM
We report a meta-analysis and systematic review of randomized trials assessing the impact of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in preventing recurrence of colorectal adenoma.
METHOD
PubMed/Medicine, EMBASE and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials databases were searched for relevant randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trials published before March 2014. Two authors independently assessed study quality and extracted data. stata software was used to investigate heterogeneity between studies, and analysis was performed using a fixed-effects model to calculate and merge data.
RESULTS
Nine studies, with 8521 subjects, were included. Results were categorized by the duration of follow-up. The relative risks of any recurrence of adenoma in patients receiving NSAIDs compared with the placebo group were 0.68 [95% confidence interval (CI) 0.63-0.73, P = 0.001] for patients with a 1-year follow-up, 0.75 (95% CI 0.68-0.83, P = 0.246) with 3 years and 1.43 (95% CI 1.14-1.79, P = 0.127) with follow-up of over 3 years. Using pooled risk ratios, NSAIDs were associated with a significant decrease in adenoma recurrence at 1 and 3 years, although this association was lost beyond 3 years of follow-up. For secondary prevention of advanced adenomas, the pooled risk ratios (compared with placebo) were 0.51 (95% CI 0.43-0.60, P = 0.026) after 1 year, 0.61 (95% CI 0.50-0.76, P = 0.887) at 3 years and 1.39 (95% CI 0.89-2.16, P = 0.829) after 3 years.
CONCLUSION
The meta-analysis indicated that oral NSAIDs may be effective in the early prevention of secondary occurrence of adenomas.
Topics: Adenoma; Administration, Oral; Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal; Colorectal Neoplasms; Humans; Neoplasm Recurrence, Local; Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic; Secondary Prevention; Time Factors
PubMed: 25399784
DOI: 10.1111/codi.12838 -
Journal of Medical Imaging and... Mar 2021Gallbladder adenoma (GA) is a precancerous neoplasm and needs surgical resection. It is difficult to differentiate adenoma from other gallbladder polyps using imaging... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis
INTRODUCTION
Gallbladder adenoma (GA) is a precancerous neoplasm and needs surgical resection. It is difficult to differentiate adenoma from other gallbladder polyps using imaging examinations. The aim of present systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in the diagnosis of gallbladder adenoma.
METHODS
The searches were conducted by two independent researchers to find the relevant studies published from 1/1/2009 until end of 30/06/2019. The search included published literature in the English language in MEDLINE via PubMed, EMBASE via Ovid, The Cochrane Library, and Trip databases. For literature published in other languages, national databases (Magiran and SID), KoreaMed, and LILACS were searched. The risk of bias of every article was evaluated by using QUADAS-2. On the basis of the results from the 2 × 2 tables, pooled measures for sensitivity, specificity, diagnostic odds ratio (DOR), and area under the curves (AUC) along with their 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated using the DerSimonian Lair methodology.
RESULTS
Overall, 868 patients were studied in the 10 studies chosen for inclusion. Of these 10 studies, 5 (50%) were retrospective and 5 (50%) were prospective. The total prevalence of gallbladder adenoma in 10 studies was 16% (95% CI 13%, 18%). The sensitivity and specificity of contrast-enhanced ultrasound were 0.846 (95% CI 0.818-0.871) and 0.870 (95% CI: 0.844-0.894), respectively. The diagnostic odds ratio was 40.807 (95% CI 18.838-88.393).
CONCLUSION
CEUS is a reliable, non-invasive, and no-radiation-exposure imaging modality with a high sensitivity and specificity for detection of gallbladder adenoma. Nonetheless, it should be applied cautiously, and large scale, well-designed trials are necessary to assess its clinical value.
Topics: Adenoma; Contrast Media; Diagnosis, Differential; Gallbladder Neoplasms; Humans; Ultrasonography
PubMed: 33129756
DOI: 10.1016/j.jmir.2020.09.014 -
The American Journal of Gastroenterology Dec 2017We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of the risk of advanced adenomas (AAs), colorectal cancer (CRC), and/or CRC-related death among individuals with... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
Risk of Advanced Adenoma, Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer Mortality in People With Low-Risk Adenomas at Baseline Colonoscopy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
OBJECTIVES
We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of the risk of advanced adenomas (AAs), colorectal cancer (CRC), and/or CRC-related death among individuals with low-risk adenomas (LRAs).
METHODS
We searched PubMed and Embase for studies published between January 2006 and July 2015. Quality and strength of the evidence were rated using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale (NOS) and the GRADE framework, respectively.
RESULTS
Eleven observational studies (n=64,317) were included. A meta-analysis of eight cohort studies (n=10,139, 3 to 10 years' follow-up) showed a small but statistically significant increase in the incidence of AAs in individuals with LRAs compared with those with a normal baseline colonoscopy (RR 1.55 (95% CI 1.24-1.94); P=0.0001; I=0%). The pooled 5-year cumulative incidence of AA was 3.28% (95% CI: 1.85-5.10%), 4.9% (95% CI: 3.18-6.97%), and 17.13% (95% CI: 11.97-23.0%) for the no adenoma, LRA, and AA baseline groups, respectively. Two studies, which could not be pooled, showed a reduction in the risk of CRC in individuals with LRAs compared with the general population (standardized incidence ratio 0.68 (95% CI 0.44-0.99) at a median follow-up of 7.7 years and OR 0.4 (95% CI 0.2-0.6) at 3-5 years). One large retrospective cohort study found a 25% reduction in CRC mortality in individuals with LRAs compared with the general population (SMR 0.75 (95% CI 0.63-0.88) at a median follow-up of 7.7 years).
CONCLUSIONS
We observed a small but significant increase in the risk of AAs in people with LRAs compared with those with a normal baseline colonoscopy, but compared with the general population, people with LRAs have significantly lower risks of CRC and of CRC-related mortality.
Topics: Adenoma; Colonoscopy; Colorectal Neoplasms; Humans
PubMed: 29087393
DOI: 10.1038/ajg.2017.360 -
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Feb 2023Adenoma detection rate (ADR) is still the main surrogate outcome parameter of screening colonoscopy, but most studies include mixed indications, and basic ADR is quite... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
BACKGROUND AND AIMS
Adenoma detection rate (ADR) is still the main surrogate outcome parameter of screening colonoscopy, but most studies include mixed indications, and basic ADR is quite variable. We therefore looked at the control groups in randomized ADR trials using advanced imaging or mechanical methods to find out whether indications or other factors influence ADR levels.
METHODS
Patients in the control groups of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on ADR increase using various methods were collected based on a systematic review; this control group had to use high-definition white-light endoscopy performed between 2008 and 2021. Random-effects meta-analysis was used to pool ADR in control groups and its 95% confidence interval (CI) according to clinical (indication and demographic), study setting (tandem/parallel, number of centers, sample size), and technical (type of intervention, withdrawal time) parameters. Interstudy heterogeneity was reported with the I statistic. Multivariable mixed-effects meta-regression was performed for potentially relevant variables.
RESULTS
From 80 studies, 25,304 patients in the respective control groups were included. ADR in control arms varied between 8.2% and 68.1% with a high degree of heterogeneity (I = 95.1%; random-effect pooled value, 37.5%; 95% CI, 34.6‒40.5). There was no difference in ADR levels between primary colonoscopy screening (12 RCTs, 15%) and mixed indications including screening/surveillance and diagnostic colonoscopy; however, fecal immunochemical testing as an indication for colonoscopy was an independent predictor of ADR (odds ratio [OR], 1.6; 95% CI, 1.1-2.4). Other well-known parameters were confirmed by our analysis such as age (OR, 1.038; 95% CI, 1.004-1.074), sex (male sex: OR, 1.02; 95% CI, 1.01-1.03), and withdrawal time (OR, 1.1; 95% CI, 1.0-1.1). The type of intervention (imaging vs mechanical) had no influence, but methodologic factors did: More recent year of publication and smaller sample size were associated with higher ADR.
CONCLUSIONS
A high level of variability was found in the level of ADR in the control groups of RCTs. With regards to indications, only fecal immunochemical test-based colonoscopy studies influenced basic ADR, and primary colonoscopy screening appeared to be similar to other indications. Standardization for variables related to clinical, methodologic, and technical parameters is required to achieve generalizability and reproducibility.
Topics: Male; Humans; Control Groups; Colonoscopy; Adenoma; Mass Screening; Odds Ratio; Colorectal Neoplasms; Early Detection of Cancer
PubMed: 36243103
DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2022.10.009 -
Chinese Medical Journal Apr 2023Many nutritional supplements and pharmacological agents have been reported to show preventive effects on colorectal adenoma and colorectal cancer (CRC). We performed a... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis
BACKGROUND
Many nutritional supplements and pharmacological agents have been reported to show preventive effects on colorectal adenoma and colorectal cancer (CRC). We performed a network meta-analysis to summarize such evidence and assess the efficacy and safety of these agents.
METHODS
We searched PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library for studies published in English until October 31, 2021 that fit our inclusion criteria. We performed a systematic review and network meta-analysis to assess the comparative efficacy and safety of candidate agents (low-dose aspirin [Asp], high-dose Asp, cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors [coxibs], calcium, vitamin D, folic acid, ursodeoxycholic acid [UDCA], estrogen, and progesterone, alone or in combination) for preventing colorectal adenoma and CRC. Cochrane risk-of-bias assessment tool was employed to evaluate the quality of each included study.
RESULTS
Thirty-two randomized controlled trials (278,694 participants) comparing 13 different interventions were included. Coxibs significantly reduced the risk of colorectal adenoma (risk ratio [RR]: 0.59, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.44-0.79, six trials involving 5486 participants), advanced adenoma (RR: 0.63, 95% CI: 0.43-0.92, four trials involving 4723 participants), and metachronous adenoma (RR: 0.58, 95% CI: 0.43-0.79, five trials involving 5258 participants) compared with placebo. Coxibs also significantly increased the risk of severe adverse events (RR: 1.29, 95% CI: 1.13-1.47, six trials involving 7109 participants). Other interventions, including Asp, folic acid, UDCA, vitamin D, and calcium, did not reduce the risk of colorectal adenoma in the general and high-risk populations compared with placebo.
CONCLUSIONS
Considering the balance between benefits and harms, regular use of coxibs for prevention of colorectal adenoma was not supported by the current evidence. Benefit of low-dose Asp for chemoprevention of colorectal adenoma still requires further evidence.
REGISTRATION
PROSPERO, No. CRD42022296376.
Topics: Humans; Cyclooxygenase 2 Inhibitors; Calcium; Network Meta-Analysis; Vitamins; Colorectal Neoplasms; Chemoprevention; Aspirin; Adenoma; Vitamin D
PubMed: 37027286
DOI: 10.1097/CM9.0000000000002514 -
World Neurosurgery Nov 2022Intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI) allows for greater tumor visualization and extent of resection. It is increasingly used in transsphenoidal surgeries but... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
Impact of Intraoperative Magnetic Resonance Imaging on Short-Term and Long-Term Outcomes After Transsphenoidal Resection of Pituitary Adenoma: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
BACKGROUND
Intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI) allows for greater tumor visualization and extent of resection. It is increasingly used in transsphenoidal surgeries but its role is not yet established.
OBJECTIVE
We aimed to clarify the usefulness of iMRI in transsphenoidal surgery using direct statistical comparisons, with additional subgroup and regression analyses to investigate which patients benefit the most from iMRI use.
METHODS
Systematic searches of PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Central were undertaken from database inception to May 2020 for published studies reporting the outcomes of iMRI use in transsphenoidal resection of pituitary adenoma.
RESULTS
Thirty-three studies reporting 2106 transsphenoidal surgeries in 2099 patients were included. Of these surgeries, 1487 (70.6%) were for nonfunctioning pituitary adenomas, whereas 619 (29.4%) were for functioning adenomas. Pooled gross total resection (GTR) was 47.6% without iMRI and 66.8% with iMRI (risk ratio [RR], 1.32; P < 0.001). Subgroup and meta-regression analyses demonstrated comparable increases in GTR between microscopic (RR, 1.35; P < 0.001) and endoscopic (RR, 1.31; P < 0.001) approaches as well as functioning and nonfunctioning adenomas (P = 0.584). The pooled rate of hypersecretion normalization was 73.0% within 3 months and 51.7% beyond 3 months postoperatively. The pooled rate of short-term and long-term improvement in visual symptoms was 96.5% and 84.9%, respectively. The incidence of postoperative surgical complications was low. The pooled reoperation rate was 3.8% across 1106 patients.
CONCLUSIONS
The use of iMRI as an adjunct significantly increases GTR for both microscopic and endoscopic resection of pituitary adenomas, with comparable benefits for both functioning and nonfunctioning adenomas. Satisfactory endocrinologic and visual outcomes were achieved.
Topics: Humans; Pituitary Neoplasms; Endoscopy; Reoperation; Magnetic Resonance Imaging; Postoperative Complications; Adenoma; Treatment Outcome; Retrospective Studies
PubMed: 35977684
DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.08.046 -
Updates in Surgery Dec 2021Adrenalectomy is the first line of treatment in unilateral aldosterone-producing adenoma. Whether adrenalectomy should be performed using a cortex-sparing technique... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis
Adrenalectomy is the first line of treatment in unilateral aldosterone-producing adenoma. Whether adrenalectomy should be performed using a cortex-sparing technique (partial adrenalectomy) or total adrenalectomy remains debatable. Therefore, this meta-analysis aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of partial adrenalectomy (PA) to total adrenalectomy (TA) by comparing perioperative and functional outcomes. A systematic search was performed across Pubmed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library database for RCTs and non-RCTs comparing PA and TA on unilateral aldosterone-producing adenoma. The main outcomes analyzed were the perioperative and postoperative effectiveness. In addition, weighted mean difference (WMD) or odds ratio (OR) with 95% confidence intervals of continuous and dichotomous variables are presented. Two RCTs and 5 non-RCTs trials, including 834 patients were identified and included in the meta-analysis. PA was associated with statistically significant shorter hospital stay (WMD - 0.51 days, 95% CI - 0.87, - 0.14; p = 0.007), shorter operative time (WMD - 15.54 min, 95% CI - 25.12, - 5.97; p = 0.001) and lower overall complications (OR 0.52, 95% CI 0.32, 0.85; p = 0.009) compared to TA. There was no statistical significance in postoperative effectiveness, including postoperative blood pressure, potassium, hypokalemia, ARR and renin between TA and PA. PA seems to have advantages over TA. The surgical outcomes were comparable in TA and PA. The hospital stay, operative time and overall complications may be reduced. When technically feasible, PA might be considered as a better treatment for unilateral aldosterone-producing adenoma.
Topics: Adenoma; Adrenalectomy; Aldosterone; Blood Pressure; Humans; Laparoscopy; Treatment Outcome
PubMed: 34148213
DOI: 10.1007/s13304-021-01116-1 -
Journal of Digestive Diseases Aug 2011To provide a systematic review with a meta-analysis for addressing the association between circulating adiponectin levels and the risk of colorectal cancer and adenoma. (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
OBJECTIVE
To provide a systematic review with a meta-analysis for addressing the association between circulating adiponectin levels and the risk of colorectal cancer and adenoma.
METHODS
Multiple electronic sources including MEDLINE, EMBASE and the Science Citation Index Expanded databases were searched to identify relevant studies for this systematic review. All existing observational studies that examined the relationship between circulating adiponectin and colorectal cancer or adenoma were included. Weighted mean difference and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were estimated and pooled using meta-analysis methods.
RESULTS
Overall 13 case control or nested case control studies met the inclusion criteria. A total of 6175 participants and 3015 cases of colorectal cancer and adenoma were included in this meta-analysis. The weighted mean difference (95% CI) were -1.084 µg/mL (-1.836, -0.331), P = 0.005 in colorectal cancer and -1.43 µg/mL (-2.231, -0.628), P = 0.000 in adenoma. In men, a 2% decreased risk of colorectal neoplasm for a 1 µg/mL increment in adiponectin levels was observed (OR = 0.98, 95% CI 0.96-0.99) whereas among women there is no evidence of such a trend (OR = 0.99, 95% CI 0.97-1.01).
CONCLUSIONS
Patients with colorectal cancer and adenoma demonstrated markedly lower adiponectin values than controls, yet there was significant heterogeneity among studies. A negative dose response relationship between levels of adiponectin and the risk of colorectal neoplasm was observed in men.
Topics: Adenoma; Adiponectin; Biomarkers; Case-Control Studies; Colorectal Neoplasms; Female; Humans; Male; Risk Factors; Sensitivity and Specificity
PubMed: 21791018
DOI: 10.1111/j.1751-2980.2011.00504.x