Gastroenterology
Commentary
New colorectal cancer data reveal troubling trends
It has become increasingly apparent that the age profile and associated risks for this cancer are rapidly changing.
Conference Coverage
Does exercise help or hinder GERD?
“Vigorous,” or mainly sports-related, exercise has a detrimental effect on GERD. Approximately 60% of athletes are said to report GERD symptoms...
Feature
CRC blood tests: A future without screening colonoscopies?
Screening colonoscopies ultimately could be largely phased out in the years ahead in favor of highly sensitive noninvasive tests, if the blood...
News
Clinical Practice Update: Alpha-gal syndrome often causes GI issues without anaphylaxis, skin changes
“It is important for gastroenterologists to be aware of this condition and to be capable of diagnosing and treating it in a timely manner.”
Latest News
Children ate more fruits and vegetables during longer meals: Study
Modest extension of family mealtimes significantly increased children’s fruit and vegetable consumption.
From the Journals
Likely cause of mysterious hepatitis outbreak in children identified
The study’s key messages for parents and health care providers “are awareness and reassurance,” Dr. Balistreri said in an interview.
Feature
Biosimilars and patients: Discussions should address safety, cost, and anxiety about change
Physicians can respond to pushback from patients on switching to a biosimilar by offering resources and discussing options for both biosimilar and...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves new formulation of Hyrimoz adalimumab biosimilar
The agency approved a higher-concentration formulation of Hyrimoz for its previous indications, including rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.
From the Journals
Consider life expectancy in surveillance colonoscopy advice
The findings “may help refine decision-making” about the potential benefits and harms of pursuing or stopping surveillance colonoscopy for older...
Commentary
Celebrity death finally solved – with locks of hair
Case: A 56-year-old musician presents with diffuse abdominal pain, cramping, and jaundice. His medical history is notable for years of diffuse...
Conference Coverage
Upadacitinib shows positive endoscopic outcomes in Crohn’s disease at 1 year
“The absolute magnitude of the finding was unanticipated – a greater treatment effect than might be anticipated for these outcomes compared with...