Gastroenterology

A new study suggested that patients with inflammatory bowel disease could have an increased risk of contracting respiratory syncytial virus and may be eligible to receive RSV vaccines.

A systematic review and meta-analysis have indicated 10 interventions that could improve adenoma detection rate (ADR) during screening-related colonoscopies. Read more.

This News Feature explores the impact of anti-TNF biosimilars on global healthcare as a cost-effective solution, enhancing access to treatment options for inflammatory conditions.

This News Feature explores the approaches for optimising anti-TNF therapies in gastroenterology, based on content delivered during UEG…

Despite anti-reflux surgery being recommended for patients with Barrett’s oesophagus in order to decrease the risk of later developing oesophageal adenocarcinoma, recent research suggests that it may be no more effective than anti-reflux medication.

Recent research has shown that alcohol use during the early stages of direct-acting antiviral treatment was not linked to reduced odds for achieving sustained virologic response (SVR) in patients with chronic HCV infection.

This News Feature explores the role of psychological stress in exacerbating inflammatory bowel disease, and offers insights into mind–body care to empower patients.

This News Feature discusses the role of anti-TNF therapies in treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), highlighting their impact…

Obstructive sleep apnoea is often accompanied by nocturnal gastro-oesophageal reflux. Recent studies show consistent use of positive airway pressure may decrease the odds for nGOR. Read more.

Studies have shown that dysphasia, gastroparesis, and irritable bowel syndrome without diarrhoea may come with an increased risk of later developing the Parkinson’s disease. Read more.

Colorectal cancer incidence among adults under 50 is rising globally. However, the factors underlying the worse outcomes are unclear…

Survivors of colorectal cancer often experience long-term symptoms following treatment. However, GI symptoms are relatively under-investigated…

Bariatric surgery lowers the risk for major adverse cardiovascular events and mortality in patients with obesity and obstructive sleep apnoea…

This study aims to evaluate the quality of gallbladder cancer surgery programmes at different centres through established benchmark values…

Inflammation induced by gut microbial dysbiosis may play a role in the development of gestational diabetes in the first trimester of pregnancy…

Prophylactic use of amoxicillin-clavulanate with prednisolone does not improve survival in patients with severe alcohol-related hepatitis…

Blood ceramide levels could help predict whether patients with Type 2 diabetes who undergo gastric bypass surgery will experience remission…

A study discovered that intestinal inflammation in Crohn’s disease frees up chemicals, which nourish the growth of bacteria, such as E. coli.

Screening for colorectal cancer (CRC) could significantly reduce risk in females if carried out before the age of 50 years…

VALUABLE advances in the diagnosis of aerodigestive conditions have been made with the introduction of a new integrated framework…

Oesophageal atresia (OA) is a birth defect that causes the oesophagus to end in a pouch rather than connecting to the stomach…

Evidence linking frequent consumption of processed meat with higher risk of death in IBD patients has been reported…

A a safe and effective profile for nerve stimulation treatment in children and adults with mild-to-moderate IBD has been discovered…

LACK of diversity in pancreatic cancer clinical trials means that many minority patients remain conspicuously absent from consideration…

Busada’s study focused on testosterone, the primary male sex hormone, but also investigated glucocorticoids, steroid hormones with…

This procedure involves endoscopic creation of an antireflux ‘Omega’ valve, showing promise by acting as a durable barrier to reflux and exhibiting fewer symptoms than that seen in traditional fundoplication.

A study upon Pfizer and Moderna vaccines has revealed fewer complications in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) compared with the general population.

PERIANAL Crohn’s disease (PCD) with a severe phenotype has been shown to be associated with poor outcomes despite growing use of immunomodulators and…

HUNDREDS of different species of bacteria live in the gut in a community estimated to contain 40 trillion cells. Previous studies have established…

Irritable bowel syndrome cause many people a lot of pain. A recent research has discovered the biological mechanism for this, so a more efficient treatment.

100 BILLION bacteria, approximately, live in our intestines. Medical researchers have so far struggled to study these bacteria in their natural…

A review of published academic studies has found that almost 20% of COVID-19 patients may only display gastrointestinal symptoms.

LONG-TERM use of proton pump inhibitors (PPI) has been linked to increased risk of Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), in a large-scale, observational…

ROBOTICS guidance for colonoscopy may not be far away, following progress in the development of a semi-autonomous procedure. After 12 years of…

MICROBIOTA from stool samples of patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) may be used to predict which individuals are at greatest risk…

PROTEIN-PUMP inhibitors (PPI) taken by those with indigestion may increase an individual’s risk of developing COVID-19.

COLORECTAL CANCER predominantly stems from a genetic mutation of APC. In general, a major proportion of people with the mutation…

COVID-19 has spread throughout the word and drastically affected everyday life and clinical practice. Although the disease…

OPIOIDS are commonly used as a means of pain management in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), but it is well-known that there are serious concerns…

A CAPSULE that can be swallowed could be the answer to accurate diagnoses of small intestinal bowel overgrowth (SIBO), which is estimated to effect…