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Neisseria gonorrhoeae is the second most common etiological agent of pelvic inflammatory disease and is currently un-derdiagnosed due to its asymptomatic presentation in 50% of cases. When the disease presents, it may appear in the form of acute abdomen and normal imaging tests, making it a major diagnostic challenge. We present four cases of acute gonococcal peritonitis. The main symptom was acute abdominal pain, and both the gy-necological examination and complementary tests showed normal results. The only notable finding from the laparoscopy was the existence of purulent ascitic fluid. The results of the anatomical and pathological tests were all normal. Endocer-vical and ascitic fluid culture showed infection with N. gonorrhoeae, and in one case, concomitant infection with Chlamydia trachomatis. The definitive treatment applied was intravenous antibiotic therapy. When a sexually active young woman is diagnosed with peritonitis that has no apparent cause, it is important to rule out sexually transmitted diseases.
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Gonorrea , Enfermedad Inflamatoria Pélvica , Infecciones por Chlamydia , Chlamydia trachomatis , Femenino , Gonorrea/diagnóstico , Humanos , Neisseria gonorrhoeaeRESUMEN
Neisseria gonorrhoeae es el segundo agente etiológico de enfermedad inflamatoria pélvica y actualmente sigue infradiagnosticado debido a su presentación asintomática en la mitad de los casos. Cuando presenta síntomas puede debutar con un abdomen agudo y pruebas de imagen normales, suponiendo un importante reto diagnóstico. Se presentan cuatro casos de peritonitis aguda por gonococo. El síntoma principal fue dolor abdominal agudo, mientras que la exploración ginecológica y las pruebas complementarias resultaron normales. Mediante laparoscopia, el único hallazgo relevante fue la existencia de líquido ascítico purulento. El estudio anatomopatológico del apéndice resultó normal en todos los casos. El cultivo endocervical y de líquido ascítico mostró infección por N. gonorrhoeae y, en un caso, infección concomitante con Chlamydia trachomatis. El tratamiento definitivo fue la antibioterapia intravenosa. Ante el diagnóstico de una peritonitis sin causa aparente en una mujer joven sexualmente activa es relevante descartar enfermedades de transmisión sexual
Neisseria gonorrhoeae is the second most common etiological agent of pelvic inflammatory disease and is currently underdiagnosed due to its asymptomatic presentation in 50% of cases. When the disease presents, it may appear in the form of acute abdomen and normal imaging tests, making it a major diagnostic challenge. We present four cases of acute gonococcal peritonitis. The main symptom was acute abdominal pain, and both the gynecological examination and complementary tests showed normal results. The only notable finding from the laparoscopy was the existence of purulent ascitic fluid. The results of the anatomical and pathological tests were all normal. Endocervical and ascitic fluid culture showed infection with N. gonorrhoeae, and in one case, concomitant infection with Chlamydia trachomatis. The definitive treatment applied was intravenous antibiotic therapy. When a sexually active young woman is diagnosed with peritonitis that has no apparent cause, it is important to rule out sexually transmitted diseases
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Humanos , Femenino , Adulto Joven , Adulto , Infecciones por Chlamydia/diagnóstico , Gonorrea/diagnóstico , Enfermedad Inflamatoria Pélvica/diagnóstico , Peritonitis/complicaciones , Antibacterianos/uso terapéutico , Chlamydia trachomatis/aislamiento & purificación , Infecciones por Chlamydia/microbiología , Diagnóstico Diferencial , Neisseria gonorrhoeae/aislamiento & purificación , Dolor Abdominal/etiología , Laparoscopía , Administración Intravenosa , Hemostasis/efectos de los fármacos , Proteína C-Reactiva/análisis , Tomografía Computarizada por Rayos XRESUMEN
Introducción: El síndrome de Beckwith-Wiedemann (SBW) es un trastorno de crecimiento congénito. El manejo perioperatorio puede ser a veces complicado. Sus principales manifestaciones clínicas son macroglosia, que puede causar dificultades en el manejo de la vía aérea, prematuridad, hemihipertrofia, onfalocele, tumores embrionarios y episodios de hipoglucemia neonatal. Objetivo: Nuestro objetivo principal es describir el manejo perioperatorio de pacientes pediátricos con SBW sometidos a glosectomía y sus posibles complicaciones anestésicas. Métodos: Reporte de caso y revisión del tema. Resultados: Describimos el caso de una paciente de 11meses diagnosticada con SBW que se sometió a cirugía reductora de macroglosia. Se realizó una evaluación preoperatoria exhaustiva con la consideración de las posibles complicaciones anestésicas derivadas tanto de la macroglosia como de la prematuridad, y los posibles episodios de hipoglucemia. El procedimiento se realizó bajo anestesia general, siguiendo los algoritmos de intubación difícil de la vía aérea, sin incidencias, y se realizó una extubación segura en el quirófano. Durante el postoperatorio la paciente permaneció estable, presentó buena dinámica respiratoria, SatO2>96% y buen control glucémico, comenzando la dieta oral a las 4h después de la cirugía. Fue dada de alta a planta 24h después de la intervención. Conclusión: El manejo exitoso de pacientes con SBW requiere un enfoque multimodal, con planificación preoperatoria completa y conocimiento sobre posibles complicaciones en relación tanto con las vías respiratorias como con las sistémicas.(AU)
Introduction: Postoperative management of patients with the congenital growth disorder Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome (BWS) can be complicated. The main clinical manifestations of the syndrome are macroglossia which may hamper airway management , prematurity, hemihypertrophy, omphalocele, embryonal tumours and episodes of neonatal hypoglycaemia. Objective: Our main objective is to describe the perioperative management and potential anaesthetic complications in paediatric patients with BWS undergoing glossectomy. Methods: Case report and literature review. Results: We describe the case of an 11-month-old patient diagnosed with BWS who underwent reduction glossoplasty. We performed a comprehensive preoperative evaluation, taking into account potential anaesthetic complications derived from both macroglossia and prematurity, and the risk of hypoglycaemia. The procedure was performed under general anaesthesia. Intubation performed according to difficult airway management algorithms was uneventful and the patient was successfully extubated in the operating room. The patient remained stable during the postoperative period, with good respiratory dynamics, SatO2>96% and good glycaemic control. Oral intake was started 4hours after surgery, and she was discharged to the ward at 24hours. Conclusion: BWS patients require a multimodal approach that includes detailed preoperative planning and knowledge of potential airway-related and systemic complications.(AU)
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Humanos , Femenino , Lactante , Periodo Perioperatorio , Síndrome de Beckwith-Wiedemann/tratamiento farmacológico , Manejo de la Vía Aérea , Anestesia , Glosectomía/métodos , Pacientes Internos , Pediatría , Examen Físico , AnestesiologíaRESUMEN
INTRODUCTION: Postoperative management of patients with the congenital growth disorder Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome (BWS) can be complicated. The main clinical manifestations of the syndrome are macroglossia - which may hamper airway management -, prematurity, hemihypertrophy, omphalocele, embryonal tumours and episodes of neonatal hypoglycaemia. OBJECTIVE: Our main objective is to describe the perioperative management and potential anaesthetic complications in paediatric patients with BWS undergoing glossectomy. METHODS: Case report and literature review. RESULTS: We describe the case of an 11-month-old patient diagnosed with BWS who underwent reduction glossoplasty. We performed a comprehensive preoperative evaluation, taking into account potential anaesthetic complications derived from both macroglossia and prematurity, and the risk of hypoglycaemia. The procedure was performed under general anaesthesia. Intubation - performed according to difficult airway management algorithms - was uneventful and the patient was successfully extubated in the operating room. The patient remained stable during the postoperative period, with good respiratory dynamics, SatO2>96% and good glycaemic control. Oral intake was started 4hours after surgery, and she was discharged to the ward at 24hours. CONCLUSION: BWS patients require a multimodal approach that includes detailed preoperative planning and knowledge of potential airway-related and systemic complications.
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Anestésicos , Síndrome de Beckwith-Wiedemann , Macroglosia , Síndrome de Beckwith-Wiedemann/cirugía , Niño , Femenino , Glosectomía , Humanos , Lactante , Recién Nacido , Macroglosia/cirugía , LenguaRESUMEN
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Humanos , Sistemas de Identificación de Pacientes/normas , Información Personal/normas , Registros de Hospitales/normas , Seguridad del Paciente , Errores Médicos/prevención & control , Confidencialidad/normasRESUMEN
RESUMEN La Gangrena de Fournier es una infección necrotizante que afecta al área genitourinaria, perineal y perianal. Se trata de una infección muy grave con una rápida evolución a estadios avanzados y una elevada tasa de morbimortalidad asociada. Sin embargo, con frecuencia tiende a ser infradiagnosticada. Es vital en su manejo un diagnóstico basado en la sospecha clínica e inicio del tratamiento quirúrgico precoz con desbridamiento y exéresis de los tejidos afectos. Además, es crucial la asociación de antibioterapia de amplio espectro y el apoyo nutricional de soporte en el pronóstico de dicha entidad. En este artículo se revisa un caso clínico de Gangrena de Fournier, en una paciente con antecedentes de osteítis púbica y cistitis derivadas del tratamiento mediante radioterapia pélvica, diagnosticado y tratado con una hemivulvectomía radical, antibioterapia y lavados quirúrgicos en nuestro Hospital.
ABSTRACT The Fournier's Gangrene is a necrotizing infection which is located in the perineal area. It´s a severe infection, which involves a quick evolution to advanced stages where a high morbimortality rate is associated. However, it often tends to be underdiagnosed in early stages. The most important in the diagnosis is a high clinical suspicion and subsequent surgical treatment which is base on a desbridalment and exeresis of the affected tissues. In addition, the association of broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy and nutritional support are crucial. This report reviews a clinical case of Fournier's Gangrene, in a patient with a history of radiation induced cystitis and pubic osteitis after pelvic radiotherapy, diagnosed and treated with a radical hemivulvectomy, antibiotic therapy and lavages in our Hospital.
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Humanos , Femenino , Anciano , Gangrena de Fournier/cirugía , Gangrena de Fournier/diagnóstico , Gangrena de Fournier/terapia , Pronóstico , Radioterapia , DesbridamientoRESUMEN
Glaucoma is a multifactorial neurodegenerative disorder and one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness globally and for which intraocular pressure is the only modifiable risk factor. Although neuroprotective therapies have been suggested to have therapeutic potential, drug delivery for the treatment of ocular disorders such as glaucoma remains an unmet clinical need, further complicated by poor patient compliance with topically applied treatments. In the present study we describe the development of multi-loaded PLGA-microspheres (MSs) incorporating three recognised neuroprotective agents (dexamethasone (DX), melatonin (MEL) and coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)) in a single formulation (DMQ-MSs) to create a novel sustained-release intraocular drug delivery system (IODDS) for the treatment of glaucoma. MSs were spherical, with a mean particle size of 29.04⯱â¯1.89⯵m rendering them suitable for intravitreal injection using conventional 25G-32G needles. >62% incorporation efficiency was achieved for the three drug cargo and MSs were able to co-deliver the encapsulated active compounds in a sustained manner over 30-days with low burst release. In vitro studies showed DMQ-MSs to be neuroprotective in a glutamate-induced cytotoxicity model (IC50 10.00⯱â¯0.94â¯mM versus 6.89⯱â¯0.82â¯mM in absence of DMQ-MSs) in R28 cell line. In vivo efficacy studies were performed using a well-established rodent model of chronic ocular hypertension (OHT), comparing single intravitreal injections of microspheres of DMQ-MSs to their equivalent individual single-drug loaded MSs mixture (MSsmix), empty MSs, no-treatment OHT only and naïve groups. Twenty one days after OHT induction, DMQ-MSs showed a significantly neuroprotective effect on RGCs compared to OHT only controls. No such protective effect was observed in empty MSs and single-drug MSs treated groups. This work suggests that multi-loaded PLGA MSs present a novel therapeutic approach in the management of retinal neurodegeneration conditions such as glaucoma.
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Portadores de Fármacos/química , Glaucoma/tratamiento farmacológico , Microesferas , Fármacos Neuroprotectores/química , Copolímero de Ácido Poliláctico-Ácido Poliglicólico/química , Animales , Dexametasona/administración & dosificación , Dexametasona/química , Modelos Animales de Enfermedad , Composición de Medicamentos , Liberación de Fármacos , Quimioterapia Combinada/métodos , Humanos , Inyecciones Intraoculares , Masculino , Melatonina/administración & dosificación , Melatonina/química , Fármacos Neuroprotectores/administración & dosificación , Ratas , Retina/efectos de los fármacos , Factor de Transcripción Brn-3B/metabolismo , Resultado del Tratamiento , Ubiquinona/administración & dosificación , Ubiquinona/análogos & derivados , Ubiquinona/químicaRESUMEN
The structure of the human skin is directly dependent on its location and the mechanical forces to which it is subjected. In the present work, we have performed a comprehensive analysis of the human ridged and non-ridged skin to identify the differences and similarities between both skin types. For this purpose, human skin samples were obtained from dorsal hand skin (DHS), palmar hand skin (PHS), dorsal foot skin (DFS) and plantar foot skin (PFS) from the same cadaveric donors. Histological, histochemical and semiquantitative and quantitative immunohistochemical analyses were carried out to evaluate the epidermis, dermis and basement membrane. Results show that the epithelial layer of ridged skin had larger cell number and size than non-ridged skin for most strata. Melanocytes and Langerhans cells were more abundant in non-ridged skin, whereas Merkel cells were preferentially found in ridged skin. The expression pattern of CK5/6 was slightly differed between non-ridged and ridged skin. Involucrin expression was slightly more intense in non-ridged skin than in ridged skin. Collagen was more abundant in foot skin dermis than in hand skin, and in ridged skin as compared to non-ridged skin. Elastic fibers were more abundant in DHS. Biglycan was more abundant in foot skin than in hand skin. No differences were found for blood and lymphatic vessels. The basement membrane laminin was preferentially found in foot skin. These results revealed important differences at the epithelial, dermal and basement membrane levels that could contribute to a better knowledge of the human skin histology.
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Piel/patología , Adulto , Anciano , Cadáver , Histocitoquímica , Humanos , Inmunohistoquímica , Persona de Mediana Edad , Donantes de TejidosRESUMEN
RESUMEN El dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) es un sarcoma fusocelular de grado intermedio de malignidad con máxima incidencia en adultos entre 20 y 40 años y de localización habitualmente troncular (cabeza, cuello extremidades superiores). Se presentan tres casos de DFSP de localización excepcional a nivel vulvar. Las pacientes fueron tratadas con vulvectomía respetando márgenes de seguridad pero, debido a la idiosincrasia del tumor, presentaron recidivas locales que precisaron de una nueva cirugía. En su posterior seguimiento no presentaron recaídas y se encuentran libres de enfermedad.
ABSTRACT Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is an intermediate grade spindle-cell sarcoma with a highest incidence in adults between 20 and 40 years old and a trunk location (head, neck and arms). We introduce three case reports of vulvar DFSP considered unusual because of their location. The patients were conducted a free-margin vulvectomy but, due to the nature of the tumor, local reappearances required a second surgery. In the subsequent follow-up they did not suffer from any tumor relapse and they are currently disease-free.
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Humanos , Femenino , Adulto , Persona de Mediana Edad , Neoplasias Cutáneas/cirugía , Neoplasias Cutáneas/diagnóstico , Neoplasias de la Vulva/cirugía , Neoplasias de la Vulva/diagnóstico , Dermatofibrosarcoma/cirugía , Dermatofibrosarcoma/diagnóstico , Neoplasias Cutáneas/patología , Neoplasias de la Vulva/patología , Cirugía de Mohs , Dermatofibrosarcoma/patología , Diagnóstico Diferencial , VulvectomíaRESUMEN
An efficient dairy system, that implemented a combination of nitrogen (N) leaching mitigation strategies including lower N fertilizer input, standing cows off pasture for part of the day in autumn and winter (stand-off), and importing limited amounts of low protein supplements was evaluated over four consecutive years of a farmlet study. This efficient system consistently demonstrated a lower measured annual N leaching of 40 to 50% compared with a baseline system representing current practice with no mitigations. To maximize return from this system fewer cows but of higher genetic merit were used resulting in an average decrease in milk production of 2% and operating profit by 5% compared with the baseline system. The magnitude of the N leaching reduction from mitigation strategies was predicted in pre-trial modelling. Using similar mechanistic models in a post-trial study, we were able to satisfactorily predict the trends in the observed N leaching data over the four years. This enabled us to use the calibrated models to explore the contributions of the different mitigation strategies to the overall leaching reduction in the efficient system. In one of the years half of the leaching reduction was achieved by the 'input' component of the strategy (less feed N flowing through the herd from lower fertilizer use, less grass grown, and low-protein supplement use), while the other half was achieved by the stand-off strategy. However, these contributions are determined by the weather of a particular year. We estimate that on average stand-off would contribute 60% and 'input' 40% to the reduction. The implication is that farmers facing nutrient loss limitations have some current and some future technologies available to them for meeting these limitations. A shift towards the mitigations described here can result in a downward trend in their own N-loss metrics. The challenge will be to negate any reductions in production and profit, and remain competitive.
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Alimentación Animal , Industria Lechera/métodos , Contaminación Ambiental/prevención & control , Nitrógeno/análisis , Animales , Bovinos , Clima , Suplementos Dietéticos , Femenino , Lactancia , LecheRESUMEN
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Humanos , Masculino , Anciano , Intolerancia Ortostática/complicaciones , Intolerancia Ortostática , Mareo/complicaciones , Leucoaraiosis/complicaciones , Leucoaraiosis , Aspirina/uso terapéutico , Lorazepam/uso terapéutico , Imagen por Resonancia Magnética/métodos , Espectroscopía de Resonancia Magnética/métodos , Atención Primaria de Salud/métodos , Mareo/etiología , Neurofisiología/métodosAsunto(s)
Mareo/diagnóstico , Temblor/diagnóstico , Anciano , Electromiografía , Humanos , MasculinoRESUMEN
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Humanos , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Infarto del Miocardio/complicaciones , Infarto del Miocardio/terapia , Infarto del Miocardio , Embolia Pulmonar/complicaciones , Embolia Pulmonar/diagnóstico , Trastorno Distímico/complicaciones , Foramen Oval Permeable/diagnóstico , Electrocardiografía/instrumentación , Electrocardiografía/métodos , Electrocardiografía , Ventriculografía con Radionúclidos , Prevención Secundaria/métodosRESUMEN
The aim of this study was to investigate and assess differences in the grazing pattern of 2 groups of mature dairy cows selected as calves for divergent residual feed intake (RFI). Sixteen Holstein-Friesian cows (471±31kg of body weight, 100 d in milk), comprising 8 cows selected as calves (6-8 mo old) for low (most efficient: CSCLowRFI) and 8 cows selected as calves for high (least efficient: CSCHighRFI) RFI, were used for the purpose of this study. Cows (n=16) were managed as a single group, and strip-grazed (24-h pasture allocation at 0800h) a perennial ryegrass sward for 31 d, with measurements taken during the last 21 d. All cows were equipped with motion sensors for the duration of the study, and jaw movements were measured for three 24-h periods during 3 random nonconsecutive days. Measurements included number of steps and jaw movements during grazing and rumination, plus fecal particle size distribution. Jaw movements were analyzed to identify bites, mastication (oral processing of ingesta) during grazing bouts, chewing during rumination, and to calculate grazing and rumination times for 24-h periods. Grazing and walking behavior were also analyzed in relation to the first meal of the day after the new pasture was allocated. Measured variables were subjected to multivariate analysis. Cows selected for low RFI as calves appeared to (a) prioritize grazing and rumination over idling; (b) take fewer steps, but with a higher proportion of grazing steps at the expense of nongrazing steps; and (c) increase the duration of the first meal and commenced their second meal earlier than CSCHighRFI. The CSCLowRFI had fewer jaw movements during eating (39,820 vs. 45,118 for CSCLowRFI and CSCHighRFI, respectively), more intense rumination (i.e., 5 more chews per bolus), and their feces had 30% less large particles than CSCHighRFI. These results suggest that CSCLowRFI concentrate their grazing activity to the time when fresh pasture is allocated, and graze more efficiently by walking and masticating less, hence they are more efficient grazers than CSCHighRFI.
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Alimentación Animal/análisis , Dieta/veterinaria , Herbivoria/fisiología , Animales , Peso Corporal , Bovinos , Heces , Femenino , Lolium , Masticación , Análisis MultivarianteRESUMEN
Purpose: To identify a novel system for scoring intratumoral immune response that can improve prognosis and therapy decisions in early stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Methods/patients: Eighty-four completely resected stage I/II NSCLC without adjuvant therapy were classified by expression profiling using whole genome microarrays. An external cohort of 162 tumors was used to validate the results. Immune cells present in tumor microenvironment were evaluated semiquantitatively by CD20, CD79, CD3, CD8, CD4 and CD57 immunostaining. Univariate and multivariate analyses of variables associated with recurrence-free survival were performed. Results: Initial molecular classification identified three clusters, one with significantly better RFS. A reduced two-subgroup classification and a 50-gene predictor were built and validated in an external dataset: high and low risk of recurrence patients (HR = 3.44; p = 0.001). Analysis of the predictor´s genes showed that the vast majority were related to a B/plasma cell immune response overexpressed in the low-risk subgroup. The predictor includes genes coding for unique B lineage-specific genes, functional elements or other genes that, although non-restricted to this lineage, have strong influence on B-cell homeostasis. Immunostains confirmed increased B-cells in the low-risk subgroup. Gene signature (p < 0.0001) and CD20 (p < 0.05) were predictors for RFS, while CD79 and K-RAS mutations showed a tendency. Conclusions: Favorable prognosis in completely resected NSCLC is determined by a B-cell-mediated immune response. It can be differently scored by a 50-gene expression profile or by CD20 immunostaining. That prognosis information not reflected by traditional classifications may become a new tool for determining individualized adjuvant therapies (AU)
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Humanos , Neoplasias Pulmonares/patología , Genes MHC Clase II , Expresión Génica , Escape del Tumor , Carcinoma de Pulmón de Células no Pequeñas/patología , Recurrencia Local de Neoplasia/patologíaRESUMEN
PURPOSE: To identify a novel system for scoring intratumoral immune response that can improve prognosis and therapy decisions in early stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). METHODS/PATIENTS: Eighty-four completely resected stage I/II NSCLC without adjuvant therapy were classified by expression profiling using whole genome microarrays. An external cohort of 162 tumors was used to validate the results. Immune cells present in tumor microenvironment were evaluated semiquantitatively by CD20, CD79, CD3, CD8, CD4 and CD57 immunostaining. Univariate and multivariate analyses of variables associated with recurrence-free survival were performed. RESULTS: Initial molecular classification identified three clusters, one with significantly better RFS. A reduced two-subgroup classification and a 50-gene predictor were built and validated in an external dataset: high and low risk of recurrence patients (HR = 3.44; p = 0.001). Analysis of the predictor´s genes showed that the vast majority were related to a B/plasma cell immune response overexpressed in the low-risk subgroup. The predictor includes genes coding for unique B lineage-specific genes, functional elements or other genes that, although non-restricted to this lineage, have strong influence on B-cell homeostasis. Immunostains confirmed increased B-cells in the low-risk subgroup. Gene signature (p < 0.0001) and CD20 (p < 0.05) were predictors for RFS, while CD79 and K-RAS mutations showed a tendency. CONCLUSIONS: Favorable prognosis in completely resected NSCLC is determined by a B-cell-mediated immune response. It can be differently scored by a 50-gene expression profile or by CD20 immunostaining. That prognosis information not reflected by traditional classifications may become a new tool for determining individualized adjuvant therapies.