Tiny video capsule shows promise as an alternative to endoscopy

by George Washington UniversityAnX Robotica's capsule endoscopy system: NaviCam. Credit: AnX RoboticaWhile ingestible video capsule endoscopes have been around for many years, the capsules ha

Updated on: May 17,2024 7

Tiny video capsule shows promise as an alternative to endoscopy

by George Washington UniversityAnX Robotica's capsule endoscopy system: NaviCam. Credit: AnX RoboticaWhile ingestible video capsule endoscopes have been around for many years, the capsules ha

Updated on:May 17,2024 7

Multidisciplinary approach more effective for gut disorders

by University of MelbourneCredit: AI-generated imagePatients with gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and constipation have greater symptom relief and improved wellb

Updated on: June 25,2024 3

Multidisciplinary approach more effective for gut disorders

by University of MelbourneCredit: AI-generated imagePatients with gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and constipation have greater symptom relief and improved wellb

Updated on:June 25,2024 3

Combined oral contraceptives found to increase risk for irritable bowel syndrome

by Lori SolomonCombined oral contraceptives (COCs) are associated with higher risks for developing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and its subtypes, according to a study presented at the annual meeting

Updated on: January 24,2024 13

Combined oral contraceptives found to increase risk for irritable bowel syndrome

by Lori SolomonCombined oral contraceptives (COCs) are associated with higher risks for developing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and its subtypes, according to a study presented at the annual meeting

Updated on:January 24,2024 13

Snacking on almonds boosts gut health

by King's College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainA team of researchers from King's investigated the impact of whole and ground almonds on the composition of gut microbes. The study publis

Updated on: July 04,2024 5

Snacking on almonds boosts gut health

by King's College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainA team of researchers from King's investigated the impact of whole and ground almonds on the composition of gut microbes. The study publis

Updated on:July 04,2024 5

Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation beneficial in pediatric IBD

by Elana GotkineFor pediatric patients with mild-to-moderate inflammatory bowel disease, transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (ta-VNS) attenuates signs and symptoms of disease, according t

Updated on: January 24,2024 18

Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation beneficial in pediatric IBD

by Elana GotkineFor pediatric patients with mild-to-moderate inflammatory bowel disease, transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (ta-VNS) attenuates signs and symptoms of disease, according t

Updated on:January 24,2024 18

Immune cells identified as 'metabolic factories' in the gut

Immune cells identified as 'metabolic factories' in the gutbyMedical University of ViennaGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Metabolism(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2023.09.010A re

Updated on: January 24,2024 18

Immune cells identified as 'metabolic factories' in the gut

Immune cells identified as 'metabolic factories' in the gutbyMedical University of ViennaGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Metabolism(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2023.09.010A re

Updated on:January 24,2024 18

New study unveils the novel factor FGF18 as a pivotal driver of liver fibrosis

by Toho UniversityIn response to various injuries, TGFb is released from different types of cells, such as macrophages engulfing apoptotic hepatocytes. Then, TGFb induces the production of FGF18 in HS

Updated on: January 24,2024 14

New study unveils the novel factor FGF18 as a pivotal driver of liver fibrosis

by Toho UniversityIn response to various injuries, TGFb is released from different types of cells, such as macrophages engulfing apoptotic hepatocytes. Then, TGFb induces the production of FGF18 in HS

Updated on:January 24,2024 14

Scientists reveal mechanism behind fecal microbiota transplantation

by Osaka City UniversityCredit: Satoshi Uematsu, Osaka City UniversityIn a study published inGastroenterology—Researchers at Osaka City University and the Institute for Medical Science, The

Updated on: June 03,2024 5

Scientists reveal mechanism behind fecal microbiota transplantation

by Osaka City UniversityCredit: Satoshi Uematsu, Osaka City UniversityIn a study published inGastroenterology—Researchers at Osaka City University and the Institute for Medical Science, The

Updated on:June 03,2024 5

Ingestible sensor could help doctors pinpoint gastrointestinal difficulties

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyThis ingestible sensor whose location can be monitored as it moves through the digestive tract, is an advance that could help doctors more easily diagnose

Updated on: June 03,2024 6

Ingestible sensor could help doctors pinpoint gastrointestinal difficulties

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyThis ingestible sensor whose location can be monitored as it moves through the digestive tract, is an advance that could help doctors more easily diagnose

Updated on:June 03,2024 6

Decoding a direct dialog between the gut microbiota and the brain

by Pasteur InstituteDecoding a direct dialog between the gut microbiota and the brain. Credit: Institut Pasteur / Pascal MarseaudGut microbiota by-products circulate in the bloodstream, regulatin

Updated on: June 06,2024 7

Decoding a direct dialog between the gut microbiota and the brain

by Pasteur InstituteDecoding a direct dialog between the gut microbiota and the brain. Credit: Institut Pasteur / Pascal MarseaudGut microbiota by-products circulate in the bloodstream, regulatin

Updated on:June 06,2024 7

Study recommends improving gut health with okara biscuits

byNational University of SingaporeAsst. Prof. Kim Jun Eun (center) together with Dr. Delia Lee (left) and PhD student Ms. Xu Yujing (right) developed biscuits containing okara. A by-product of t

Updated on: January 24,2024 18

Study recommends improving gut health with okara biscuits

byNational University of SingaporeAsst. Prof. Kim Jun Eun (center) together with Dr. Delia Lee (left) and PhD student Ms. Xu Yujing (right) developed biscuits containing okara. A by-product of t

Updated on:January 24,2024 18

Researchers are developing a new device to improve treatment of anal fistula

by University of BirminghamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA consortium of University of Birmingham researchers, clinicians and industry partners is developing a novel device that could revoluti

Updated on: March 05,2024 11

Researchers are developing a new device to improve treatment of anal fistula

by University of BirminghamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA consortium of University of Birmingham researchers, clinicians and industry partners is developing a novel device that could revoluti

Updated on:March 05,2024 11