Gastroenterology
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2021 AGA Rapid Review and Guideline Update: Pre-endoscopy SARS-CoV-2 testing post vaccination
The new guideline eases requirements for testing as vaccinations are rolled out in the interest of minimizing delays in care.
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COVID-19: New GI symptoms don’t raise death risk in IBD
International registry data show new onset of GI symptoms is common in IBD patients with COVID-19 regardless of IBD disease status.
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Procedureless intragastric balloon may cut costs as well as weight
The novel obesity treatment was found to be a cost-effective step and may prove attractive for patients who wish to avoid surgery altogether.
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CAG Clinical Practice Guideline: Vaccination in patients with IBD
The guideline is composed of recommendations drawn from a broader body of data than prior publications on the same topic.
FDA/CDC
FDA OKs odevixibat for pruritus associated with rare liver disease
PFIC appears within the first few months of life, often leading to cirrhosis and liver failure before age 10.
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More post–COVID-19 GI symptoms: Malnutrition, weight loss
The study was prompted by clinical observations during follow-up of difficulty regaining weight and other concerns.
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AGA Clinical Practice Update: Early complications after bariatric/metabolic surgery
The seven advice statements range from a call for high familiarity with interventions to specific approaches for managing postoperative leaks.
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Rapid core antigen HCV tests could expand accessibility
Low-cost rapid diagnostic testing for HCV plus lab RNA confirmation of negatives may improve access to treatment in countries with limited...
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C. difficile guidelines offer new possibilities
Updated recommendations address issues of diagnosis, recurrence, and fecal microbial transplant.
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COVID-19 vaccinations may be weakened by liver disease
Testing serology following vaccination contradicts the FDA, which issued a recommendation on May 19 against using antibody tests.