ObjectiveTo evaluate the role and value of multidisciplinary team (MDT) in the decision-making for the treatment of elderly patients with large hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) with multiple organ dysfunction. MethodThe clinicopathologic data of an elderly patient with large HCC with multiple organ dysfunction admitted to Dongguan Hospital of Southern Medical University were analyzed retrospectively. ResultsThe patient was an 82 years old male patient with asthmatic bronchitis, long-term hormone use, severe pulmonary ventilation dysfunction, moderate pericardial effusion, hypertension, and poor liver function compensation. After MDT discussion including 10 departments and full communication with the patient and his families, the open hepatectomy for hepatic S5 and S4b and cholecystectomy were proposed to perform. The operation process was smooth, and the patient was discharged on the 15th day after the operation without any complications. After discharge, lenvatinib was taken and thymosin alpha for injection was injected. At present, the patient’s quality of life was better, and there was no tumor recurrence or metastasis. ConclusionsFor the elderly patients with large HCC with severe cardiopulmonary dysfunction, the risk of treatment is higher. By MDT mode, the optimum treatment scheme for patient could be formulated to ensure efficient and accurate diagnosis and ensure high-quality treatment process, so as to maximally benefit patient.
ObjectiveTo explore the application value of multidisciplinary collaborative team (MDT) model in retroperitoneal tumors involving large vessels.MethodsThree cases of retroperitoneal tumors involving great vessels admitted to Xiang’an Hospital of Xiamen University in 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. With the support of 3D visual reconstruction and virtual reality (VR) technology, we performed MDT discussion and three cases received treatment of surgery, intervention, and targeted therapy.ResultsCase 1 was discussed by MDT and concluded that, based on CT examination, 3D reconstruction, and VR virtual image results, the tumor on the right side was determined to be completely resectable. The left tumor was judged to be unresectable, and the proposed treatment plan was right metastatic tumor resection + left metastatic tumor radiofrequency ablation. After surgery case 1 had been followed up for 6 months. The symptoms of diarrhea were significantly improved. CT reexamination showed that liver lesions and left retroperitoneal lesions were the same size and the condition was stable. After discussion by MDT, radiofrequency ablation around the tumor was proposed for case 2. This case was followed up for 3 months after surgery, and CT reexamination showed no new lesion in retroperitoneum. After MDT discussion, we concluded that arteriovenous fistula of case 3 had no indications for surgery, and proposed interventional combined with targeted therapy. After treatment, the tumor was found to be smaller after reexamination in 8 months than before treatment, and the efficacy was evaluated as partial remission. The follow-up was continued.ConclusionThe future development trend of retroperitoneal tumor therapy involving great vessels is to evaluate each patient’s condition under the MDT mode by using 3D visual reconstruction and VR technology, and to formulate the individualized treatment plan of operation combined with other treatments.
ObjectiveTo summarize experience of multidisciplinary team (MDT) in diagnosis and treatment of rare patient with circumscriptus intrahepatic pneumatosis and explore its clinical differentiation with other common types of intrahepatic pneumatosis.MethodThe clinicopathologic data of rare patient with circumscriptus intrahepatic pneumatosis admitted to the Occupational Disease Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region were retrospectively analyzed.ResultsA 60-year old female patient was admitted to this hospital with " abdominal pain and septic shock”. After the MDT discussion and analysis, the treatment regimens were decided as follows: the early anti-shock treatment, corrections of electrolyte disorder and hypoalbuminemia, platelet transfusion, ultrasound guided percutaneous catheter drainage (200 mL gas and 10 mL pus, the pneumonic Klebsiella which proved by the bacterial culture). The drainage tube was removed on postoperative day 6. After 5 d of the anti-inflammatory treatment with imipenem and statin sodium injection, it was downgraded to the cefazoxime (the third-generation cephalosporin) injection, and the anti-inflammatory treatment was continued for 6 d as well as the blood glucose was controlled. On the 7th day after the treatment, the right upper abdomen pain was relieved and without positive sign. The abdominal CT showed the localized pneumoconiosis in the right lobe of the liver was completely absorbed. The result of laboratory examination was basically normal. The patient was discharged on the 12th day after the operation and had no discomfort symptoms on month 1 after the operation. The abdominal CT showed the liver was not abnormal.ConclusionSurgeons should be fully aware of various types of intrahepatic pneumatosis so as to sufficiently investigate pathophysiological clue of disease to improve cure rate and reduce complications.
To further enhance quality control in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment across Sichuan Province, Expert Committee of Sichuan Provincial Quality Control Center for Multidisciplinary Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Breast Cancer has established 46 quality control indexes and suggested standards. These indexes were developed through evidence from multiple authoritative domestic guidelines and consensus, combined with clinical quality control experience within the province. By emphasizing the multidisciplinary nature of breast cancer care and identifying crucial control points, this quality control system promotes regional standardization of medical services and elevates the overall quality of breast cancer management throughout Sichuan Province.
ObjectiveTo discuss the diagnosis and endoscopic therapy of pancreaticobiliary maljunction by multidisciplinary team (MDT).MethodThe preoperative MDT discussion and the diagnosis and treatment process of patient with pancreaticobiliary maljunction in the Fifth People’s Hospital of Zunyi in 2019 were summarized.ResultsThe patient was admitted for “upper abdominal pain approximately 10 h”. The obvious extramural confluence of the pancreaticobiliary tract was observed and the length of common channel was approximately 1.8 cm. But the junction of the pancreaticobiliary tract was obviously controlled by the sphincter of Oddi, and the amylase value of the bile was higher than that of the serum. After the MDT discussion, there were still doubts about the diagnosis of pancreaticobiliary maljunction or high confluence of pancreaticobiliary ducts. After the left hepatic lateral lobectomy and exploration of common bile duct, the amylase value of bile, which was collected by the T-tube, was still obviously increased. Then the endoscopic sphincterotomy was performed, the amylase value of the bile decreased obviously and no abnormality was found in the follow-up for half a year after discharge.ConclusionsConcept and diagnostic criteria of “Japanese clinical practice guidelines for pancreaticobiliary maljunction” are conflicting and inaccurate. Severity of pancreaticobiliary reflux and change of amylase value of bile might have a more important diagnostic value. Endoscopic sphincterotomy might be suitable for a few special types of pancreaticobiliary maljunction.
Primary graft dysfunction (PGD) is the most common and significant complication affecting long-term survival rates after lung transplantation. The occurrence of PGD is closely related to donor-recipient risk factors, surgical procedures, and perioperative management. Early identification and standardized intervention are crucial for improving prognosis. This consensus was developed by a multidisciplinary expert group in the field of lung transplantation in China, based on a systematic literature review, evidence-based medical evidence, and clinical practice experience. It systematically outlines the definition and classification of PGD, the main pathological mechanisms, donor-recipient and perioperative risk factors, and establishes a dynamic early warning mechanism and graded treatment standard process. This consensus emphasizes the construction of a complete closed-loop management system through comprehensive preoperative assessment, multiparameter monitoring during surgery, standardized postoperative intervention, and follow-up management after discharge. The aim is to standardize clinical practices, reduce the incidence of PGD, promote graft function recovery, and improve long-term survival rates for patients. The consensus employs the GRADE (Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation) system to evaluate the strength of recommendations and the level of evidence, providing a scientific, systematic, and actionable clinical guidance framework for lung transplantation centers.
Objective To investigate the value of multidisciplinary team (MDT) diagnosis and treatment model in the conversion therapy of liver cancer. Method The clinical data of a patient with high-risk giant liver cancer of the right liver who was admitted to People’s Hospital of Leshan in April 2019, and who was successfully conversion therapy and safely underwent hepatectomy after MDT discussion was retrospectively analyzed. Results A 62 years old male patient was admitted to our hospital with “abdominal distension for more than 1 month, and liver mass was found for 10 days”. The relevant auxiliary examinations were perfected. The patient was diagnosed as huge primary hepatocellular carcinoma in the right liver. One-stage surgical resection cannot be performed safely due to the huge tumor. After MDT discussion, transcatheter arterial chemoembolization (TACE) combined with sorafenib targeted therapy was decided to reduce the lesions, and two-stage surgical resection was performed safely after conversion therapy. After two cycles of TACE combined with sorafenib targeted drug therapy, MDT discussed the feasibility of safe surgical resection, and underwent fluorescence-guided laparoscopic right posterior lobectomy. The postoperative pathological examination revealed moderately differentiated hepatocellular carcinoma. The patient recovered and was discharged from the hospital one week later. Outpatient followed-up for 32 months showed no obvious abnormality. Conclusions MDT discussion can formulate a more individualized treatment plan, improve the conversion rate and resectable rate of advanced liver cancer, and has important value in the diagnosis and treatment of advanced liver cancer.
ObjectiveTo summarize the experience of diagnosis and treatment of 2 cases of intrathyroid thymic carcinoma(ITTC).MethodThe clinical data of 2 patients with ITTC treated in West China Hospital of Sichuan University since July 2019 were analyzed retrospectively.ResultsAfter the discussion of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), the diagnosis and treatment of 2 cases of ITTC were discussed together, and the prognosis of the patients was actively improved through multidisciplinary cooperation.ConclusionMDT cooperative therapy mode should be adopted in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients with ITTC in order to provide a better treatment plan.
ObjectiveTo study the diagnosis and treatment of multiple neuroendocrine carcinoma.MethodClinical data of a case of multiple neuroendocrine carcinoma was retrospective analyzed.ResultsAfter discussion by a multidisciplinary team (MDT), the patient was diagnosed as multiple neuroendocrine carcinoma with late clinical stage and inoperable. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy were given, which showed significant effects, and the patient died after 1 year of follow-up.ConclusionIn the clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients with multiple neuroendocrine carcinoma, MDT cooperative treatment model should be adopted to provide a better treatment program.
Objective To explore the treatment of a case of clonorchiasis with Budd-Chiari syndrome through multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussion. Methods A case of clonorchiasis with Budd-Chiari syndrome was treated in the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University in August 2021. We summarized the discussion of MDT and the process of diagnosis and treatment. Results The patient was admitted because of “more than 8 years after partial hepatectomy and more than 1 year of abdominal distension”. Eight years before admission, the patient underwent right hepatic trisegmentectomy and left hepaticojejunostomy due to a huge space occupying right liver. Postoperative pathological examination revealed multifocal necrosis with granulomatous reaction, and parasitic infection was considered. One year before admission, the patient began to have ascites, and the medical treatment was ineffective. The CT examination of the upper abdomen after admission showed hepatic segmental stenosis of the inferior vena cava, unclear display of the hepatic veins and a large amount of ascites. After MDT discussion, this patient underwent direct intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (DIPS) and percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) , and the stent was unobstructed in the 9-month follow-up after discharge, and no recurrence of ascites was found. Conclusions DIPS combined with PTA can significantly improve the clinical symptoms of clonorchiasis with Budd-Chiari syndrome. Discussion through MDT mode can improve the effectiveness of treatment and obtain better prognosis.