A. Nakao

Publications589
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Characterization of intracellular signals via tyrosine 1062 in RET activated by glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor
Glial cell line derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) signals through a multicomponent receptor complex consisting of RET receptor tyrosine kinase and a member of GDNF family receptor α (GFRα).… Expand
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Correlation Between Radiographic Classification and Pathological Grade of Portal Vein Wall Invasion in Pancreatic Head Cancer
ObjectivesA retrospective study was performed to clarify the correlation between radiographic type of portal vein (PV) invasion and pathological grade of PV wall invasion, and their correlation with… Expand
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Quantitative detection of CEA expressing free tumor cells in the peripheral blood of colorectal cancer patients during surgery with real-time RT-PCR on a LightCycler.
We applied novel real-time reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) with a LightCycler for quantitative detection of carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) mRNA expressing tumor cells in the… Expand
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Hydrogen Inhalation Ameliorates Oxidative Stress in Transplantation Induced Intestinal Graft Injury
Ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury during small intestinal transplantation (SITx) frequently causes complications including dysmotility, inflammation and organ failure. Recent evidence indicates… Expand
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Japan Pancreatic Cancer Registry; 30th Year Anniversary: Japan Pancreas Society
Objectives Since 1981, the Japan Pancreas Society has been hosting a nationwide pancreatic cancer registry. To commemorate its 30th anniversary, we review its history and latest achievement. Methods… Expand
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Focal adhesion kinase is overexpressed in hepatocellular carcinoma and can be served as an independent prognostic factor.
BACKGROUND/AIMS The development of human malignancies can be attributed to aberrant regulation of intracellular signal transduction pathways. In the current study, we aimed to evaluate focal adhesion… Expand
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Pancreatic Cancer Registry in Japan: 20 Years of Experience
Abstract: The prognosis of pancreatic cancer is defined by the histology and extent of disease. Preoperative histologic diagnosis and diagnostic imaging are fundamentals in managing the disease, but… Expand
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The prognosis of intraductal papillary mucinous tumors of the pancreas.
BACKGROUND/AIMS Intraductal papillary mucinous tumors of the pancreas have been recognized as a distinct clinical entity. However, their biological behavior has not been clearly defined. The aim of… Expand
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Earlier hepatic vein transit-time measured by contrast ultrasonography reflects intrahepatic hemodynamic changes accompanying cirrhosis.
BACKGROUND/AIMS Non-invasive diagnosis of cirrhosis by transit-time analysis of an ultrasound contrast agent has been reported, even though the mechanism by which contrast arrives to the hepatic vein… Expand
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Indications and Techniques of Extended Resection for Pancreatic Cancer
IntroductionThe resectability rate and postoperative survival rate for pancreatic carcinoma are poor. Aggressive resection including vascular resection and extended lymphadenectomy represent one… Expand
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