Gastroenterology
News
Regular laxative use tied to increased dementia risk
Those who reported regular laxative use had a 51% increased risk of dementia due to any cause, a new study finds.
News
AGA guideline defines role of biomarkers in ulcerative colitis
In many cases, biomarkers should be considered before pursuing endoscopy or treatment adjustments.
Article
Screen high-risk individuals for NAFLD, urges guidance
The guidelines also are designed to prepare the groundwork for novel drugs in the pipeline, as well as discuss those that are already available...
News
Gastroparesis referrals often based on misdiagnosis
“Improperly performed GES appears to play a critical role in misdiagnosis” of gastroparesis.
Commentary
The 5-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer is increasing
‘Research is making a difference. And we’re making progress against cancer in general,’ says expert.
News
Exercise training reduces liver fat in patients with NAFLD, even without weight loss
“Prior to our study, it was felt that body weight loss of at least 5% was required in order to significantly improve liver histology. Our findings...
News
UnitedHealthcare tried to deny coverage to a chronically ill patient. He fought back, exposing the insurer’s inner workings.
The college student’s medical bills were running nearly $2 million a year.
News
Vibrating pill can help treat constipation
The drug-free pill is designed for daily use.
News
Large cohort study finds isotretinoin not associated with IBD
The study also evaluated the association of inflammatory bowel disease with oral tetracyclines and with acne itself.
Conference Coverage
Herbal combination tames active UC in small study
Derivatives of an intensely yellow spice and an intensely blue dye combined to resolve active ulcerative colitis in a small randomized trial.