Gastroenterology

Mesenteric fat proliferation on MRI scans is linked to higher risks of hospitalization and surgery in Crohn’s disease, suggesting a new imaging marker for long-term outcomes.

A study of over 235,000 colonoscopies found that people aged 45–49 had similar polyp and carcinoma detection rates as those aged 50–54, supporting earlier colorectal cancer screening.

Learn how GLP-1 RAs may cut peptic ulcer risk in diabetes patients by nearly half.

Uncovered self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) and balloon dilation are safe and effective treatments for benign gastric outlet obstruction; however, SEMS should not be the first choice due to its associated cost and complications.

People with gastrointestinal disorders face a higher risk of sleep problems, including insomnia and shorter sleep duration, according to a large U.S. study.

A new study finds that PD-1 inhibitors combined with chemotherapy achieved a 97.7% disease control rate and median progression-free survival of 13.5 months in advanced gastric cancer patients.

A study finds that elevated trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) levels are linked to increased risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm development, faster aneurysm growth, and higher likelihood of surgical intervention.

A study of nearly 300 women with obstructive defecation syndrome found that combining transperineal ultrasound with anorectal manometry offers a clearer picture of pelvic floor structure and function.