Advances in Gastrointestinal and Hepatopancreatobiliary Pathology

Dear Colleagues,

Gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary pathology serves as a comprehensive field delving into the intricacies of diseases affecting the entire digestive tract, spanning from the esophagus to the rectum. It extends its purview to encompass the liver, pancreas, and biliary tract, presenting a multifaceted landscape for pathologists. In this dynamic arena, professionals are continually confronted with the emergence and reporting of novel pathological entities, challenging their expertise in accurate characterization and diagnosis.

The precise identification of these pathologies is not merely an academic pursuit but is pivotal in predicting patient prognosis and selecting the most efficacious treatment strategies. Recognizing the profound impact of these challenges, our Special Issue aims to spotlight recent advances and controversies within gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary pathology.

This curated collection invites contributions in various formats, including original research articles, insightful reviews, concise yet impactful short communications, and illuminating case reports. Scientists are encouraged to present their experimental and theoretical research with meticulous detail, ensuring the comprehensive documentation of experimental and methodological specifics. This particularly holds true for research articles falling within the scope of pathology, molecular diagnostics, disease biomarkers, and the intersection of relevant radiology and medical imaging.

As we embark on this exploration of cutting-edge developments, we envision that this Special Issue will serve as a catalyst for stimulating discussion and debate among clinicians, researchers, and educators in the field of gastroenterology. We extend an invitation to all stakeholders to immerse themselves in the rich content of these articles and actively share their invaluable perspectives, fostering a collaborative dialogue that advances our collective understanding of gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary pathology.

Dr. Sameer Al Diffalha
Prof. Dr. Upender Manne
Prof. Dr. Shajan Peter
Guest Editors

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• HCC: hepatocelluar carcinoma
• FN-HCC: fibronudualr variant of hepatocellaur carcinoma
• ST-iCC : solid-tubulocystic variant of intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
• EBV-LEL iCC: EBV-positive lymphoepithelioma-like intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
• MCN: mucinous cystic neoplasm of liver
• AIH: autoimmune hepatitis
• FNH: fibronodular hyperplasia
• LCH: langerhans cell histiocytosis involving gastrointestinal tract polyp