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Diagnosis and Prognosis of Abdominal Diseases

A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Clinical Diagnosis and Prognosis".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 365

Special Issue Editor

Dr. Filippo Carannante

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Unit of Colorectal Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio-Medico, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200-00128 Roma, Italy
Interests: abdominal surgery; minimally invasive surgery; colorectal surgery; colorectal cancer; IBD; image-guided surgery; rectal functional disorders; ERAS
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Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue, "Diagnosis and Prognosis of Abdominal Diseases", focuses on a wide array of manuscripts that delve into the intricate realm of abdominal disorders. It encompasses cutting-edge research on diagnostic techniques, ranging from advanced imaging modalities to innovative laboratory tests, aimed at enhancing early and accurate detection of abdominal ailments. Furthermore, it explores the latest prognostic models and tools that aid in predicting disease outcomes, guiding personalized treatment strategies, and improving patient care. Contributions cover a spectrum of abdominal conditions, from common gastrointestinal issues to rare and complex surgical cases, making this Special Issue a comprehensive resource for healthcare professionals.

Dr. Filippo Carannante
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • diagnosis
  • prognosis
  • abdominal diseases
  • markers
  • screening

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Endoscopic Full Thickness Resection Device (FTRD®) for the Management of Gastrointestinal Lesions: Current Evidence and Future Perspectives
by Magdalini Manti, Apostolis Papaefthymiou, Spyridon Dritsas, Nikolaos Kamperidis, Ioannis S. Papanikolaou, Konstantina Paraskeva, Antonio Facciorusso, Konstantinos Triantafyllou, Vasilios Papadopoulos, Georgios Tziatzios and Paraskevas Gkolfakis
Diagnostics 2025, 15(7), 932; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics15070932 - 4 Apr 2025
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Endoscopic full-thickness resection (EFTR) has emerged as a transformative technique for managing gastrointestinal (GI) lesions, previously deemed unsuitable for endoscopic removal. Unlike conventional endoscopic resection methods, such as endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), EFTR enables en bloc excision of [...] Read more.
Endoscopic full-thickness resection (EFTR) has emerged as a transformative technique for managing gastrointestinal (GI) lesions, previously deemed unsuitable for endoscopic removal. Unlike conventional endoscopic resection methods, such as endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), EFTR enables en bloc excision of both intraluminal and subepithelial lesions by resecting all layers of the GI wall, followed by defect closure to prevent complications. The introduction of the full-thickness resection device (FTRD®) has significantly enhanced the feasibility and safety of EFTR, particularly in the colon and upper GI tract, with increasing adoption worldwide. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of FTRD®, focusing on its clinical applications, procedural methodology, and comparative efficacy against other endoscopic resection techniques. The indications and contraindications for EFTR are explored, highlighting its utility in treating non-lifting adenomas, subepithelial tumours, and T1 carcinomas without lymph node involvement. This review synthesizes current clinical data and FTRD® advantages. Despite its strengths, EFTR via FTRD® incorporates challenges such as limitations in lesion size, procedural complexity, and potential adverse events. Strategies for overcoming these challenges, including hybrid techniques and modifications in procedural approach, are examined. The review also emphasizes the need for further research to optimize surveillance strategies and determine the long-term clinical impact of EFTR in GI lesion management. By integrating recent evidence, this paper provides valuable insights into the evolving role of EFTR in therapeutic endoscopy. Full article
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