Factors associated with nonresponse to FMT identified in IBS

For patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), those who are male and/or have low Alistipes levels are more likely to be nonresponders to fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT), according to a stud

Updated on: February 19,2024

Factors associated with nonresponse to FMT identified in IBS

For patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), those who are male and/or have low Alistipes levels are more likely to be nonresponders to fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT), according to a stud

Updated on:February 19,2024

Diagnostic accuracy of MRE indices studied for active crohn disease

Magnetic resonance enterography (MRE) indices have high diagnostic sensitivity, but low specificity, for active terminal ileal (TI) Crohn disease (CD), according to a study recently published in the&n

Updated on: April 23,2024

Diagnostic accuracy of MRE indices studied for active crohn disease

Magnetic resonance enterography (MRE) indices have high diagnostic sensitivity, but low specificity, for active terminal ileal (TI) Crohn disease (CD), according to a study recently published in the&n

Updated on:April 23,2024

Fecal microbiota transplantation aids resolution of recurrent C. difficile

by Elana GotkineFor immunocompetent adults with recurrentClostridioides difficileinfection (rCDI), fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) yields a significant increase in resolution compar

Updated on: June 22,2024

Fecal microbiota transplantation aids resolution of recurrent C. difficile

by Elana GotkineFor immunocompetent adults with recurrentClostridioides difficileinfection (rCDI), fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) yields a significant increase in resolution compar

Updated on:June 22,2024

Study finds AI-assisted polyp detection system significantly improves colonoscopy

by Radboud UniversityTrial profile. BBPS=Boston Bowel Preparation Score. CAD=computer-aided detection. Credit:The Lancet Digital Health(2024). DOI: 10.1016/S2589-7500(23)00242-XAnnual

Updated on: March 05,2024

Study finds AI-assisted polyp detection system significantly improves colonoscopy

by Radboud UniversityTrial profile. BBPS=Boston Bowel Preparation Score. CAD=computer-aided detection. Credit:The Lancet Digital Health(2024). DOI: 10.1016/S2589-7500(23)00242-XAnnual

Updated on:March 05,2024

Experts release new management strategies for malignant colorectal polyps

by American Gastroenterological AssociationClinical Decisions Support Tool. Credit: American Gastroenterological AssociationEarly identification and removal of cancerous colorectal polyps is crit

Updated on: March 12,2024

Experts release new management strategies for malignant colorectal polyps

by American Gastroenterological AssociationClinical Decisions Support Tool. Credit: American Gastroenterological AssociationEarly identification and removal of cancerous colorectal polyps is crit

Updated on:March 12,2024

Could a poo transplant one day be the secret of eternal youth?

by University of East AngliaCredit: CC0 Public DomainFecal transplants could one day be used as a therapy to restore cognitive function in the elderly—according to new research from the Universit

Updated on: June 20,2024

Could a poo transplant one day be the secret of eternal youth?

by University of East AngliaCredit: CC0 Public DomainFecal transplants could one day be used as a therapy to restore cognitive function in the elderly—according to new research from the Universit

Updated on:June 20,2024

Consumer Health: Who needs a gluten-free diet and why?

by Laurel KellyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMarch is National Nutrition Month, which makes this a good time to learn why some people need a gluten-free diet.Whole grains are an important part of h

Updated on: May 09,2024

Consumer Health: Who needs a gluten-free diet and why?

by Laurel KellyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMarch is National Nutrition Month, which makes this a good time to learn why some people need a gluten-free diet.Whole grains are an important part of h

Updated on:May 09,2024

Risk for GI bleed increased with hemodialysis versus peritoneal dialysis

by Elana GotkineThe risk for newly diagnosed gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is increased for patients undergoing hemodialysis (HD) versus peritoneal dialysis (PD), according to a study published onlin

Updated on: April 24,2024

Risk for GI bleed increased with hemodialysis versus peritoneal dialysis

by Elana GotkineThe risk for newly diagnosed gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is increased for patients undergoing hemodialysis (HD) versus peritoneal dialysis (PD), according to a study published onlin

Updated on:April 24,2024

Engineers' new capsule aims to deliver drugs—and hope—to GI patients

by Rebecca Copeland,University of MarylandActuation and SMAD delivery principle. a) Capsule transits through a GI tract with inflammatory lesions and delivers the SMAD to an inflammatory site fo

Updated on: June 17,2024

Engineers' new capsule aims to deliver drugs—and hope—to GI patients

by Rebecca Copeland,University of MarylandActuation and SMAD delivery principle. a) Capsule transits through a GI tract with inflammatory lesions and delivers the SMAD to an inflammatory site fo

Updated on:June 17,2024

Better strategies needed for managing nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in adults

(HealthDay)—Effective screening, diagnosis, and management strategies are needed for patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), according to a spec

Updated on: June 14,2024

Better strategies needed for managing nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in adults

(HealthDay)—Effective screening, diagnosis, and management strategies are needed for patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), according to a spec

Updated on:June 14,2024

Use of TNF alpha inhibitors in Crohn's disease associated with higher risk of MS

by Hillary Smith,University of KentuckyDr. Jay Avasarala, professor of neurology and director of UK’s Multiple Sclerosis Clinic, and co-authors, conducted a retrospective study in which they eva

Updated on: May 21,2024

Use of TNF alpha inhibitors in Crohn's disease associated with higher risk of MS

by Hillary Smith,University of KentuckyDr. Jay Avasarala, professor of neurology and director of UK’s Multiple Sclerosis Clinic, and co-authors, conducted a retrospective study in which they eva

Updated on:May 21,2024

Unique antibody profile sets gluten sensitivity apart from celiac disease

by Columbia University Irving Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new study of the antibodies produced by people with gluten sensitivity may lead to a better way to detect the condition and

Updated on: June 25,2024

Unique antibody profile sets gluten sensitivity apart from celiac disease

by Columbia University Irving Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new study of the antibodies produced by people with gluten sensitivity may lead to a better way to detect the condition and

Updated on:June 25,2024