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FDA Approves New Oral Treatment to Prevent C.Diff Recurrence
05/01/2023

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Vowst, the first fecal microbiota product that is taken orally for the prevention of recurrence of Clostridioides difficile infection among adults.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Vowst, the first fecal microbiota product that is taken orally for the prevention of recurrence of Clostridioides difficile infection among adults.
The U.S. Food and Drug...
05/01/2023
Gastroenterology
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Poll
Gastro Issues Post-COVID-19
01/10/2023
Regardless of ICU status, nearly 1 in 5 US patients hospitalized with COVID-19 have experienced gastrointestinal symptoms in some form, a multicenter cohort study confirmed. Which of the following issues have you seen among your patients who...
Regardless of ICU status, nearly 1 in 5 US patients hospitalized with COVID-19 have experienced gastrointestinal symptoms in some form, a multicenter cohort study confirmed. Which of the following issues have you seen among your patients who...
Regardless of ICU status, nearly...
01/10/2023
Gastroenterology
News
Gastrointestinal Symptoms Common in Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19
08/08/2022
Elevated liver enzymes among patients with COVID-19 were associated with increased risk of intensive care and mortality, according to a new study.
Elevated liver enzymes among patients with COVID-19 were associated with increased risk of intensive care and mortality, according to a new study.
Elevated liver enzymes among...
08/08/2022
Gastroenterology
Lab
Conference Coverage
Nobel Laureate Barry Marshall, MD, Headlines DDW Session on H pylori
05/22/2021
In fewer than 40 years, Helicobacter pylori has advanced from a disputed factor in causation of gastric ulcers to a bacterium that shows increasing resistance to antibiotic therapies.
In fewer than 40 years, Helicobacter pylori has advanced from a disputed factor in causation of gastric ulcers to a bacterium that shows increasing resistance to antibiotic therapies.
In fewer than 40 years,...
05/22/2021
Gastroenterology
News
ACG Releases New Guideline on C Diff
05/21/2021
The American College of Gastroenterology updated its 2013 guideline on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of Clostridioides difficile to reflect changes in nomenclature, diagnostic methods, and treatments, including fecal microbial...
The American College of Gastroenterology updated its 2013 guideline on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of Clostridioides difficile to reflect changes in nomenclature, diagnostic methods, and treatments, including fecal microbial...
The American College of...
05/21/2021
Gastroenterology
News
Researchers Study Potential Risks of FMT
04/21/2021
Fecal microbiota transplantation is widely used and considered safe in treating Clostridioides difficile infection.
Fecal microbiota transplantation is widely used and considered safe in treating Clostridioides difficile infection.
Fecal microbiota transplantation...
04/21/2021
Gastroenterology
News
GI Infections May Lead to Microscopic Colitis
04/21/2021
Gastroenteritis can be linked to increased risk of microscopic colitis diagnosis, research reveals.
Gastroenteritis can be linked to increased risk of microscopic colitis diagnosis, research reveals.
Gastroenteritis can be linked to...
04/21/2021
Gastroenterology
News
Severe Course of COVID-19 May Be Associated With Poor GI Health
01/13/2021
A new review reveals growing evidence that altered gut microbiota and ‘leaky gut’ are connected to the severity of cases of COVID-19.
A new review reveals growing evidence that altered gut microbiota and ‘leaky gut’ are connected to the severity of cases of COVID-19.
A new review reveals growing...
01/13/2021
Gastroenterology
GI Symptoms Predict Worse Outcomes in COVID-19
Conference Coverage
GI Symptoms Predict Worse Outcomes in COVID-19
10/29/2020
In the largest study to date on the significance of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with COVID-19 infection in the United States, researchers found that patients with nausea, diarrhea, and other gastric symptoms were more likely to need...
In the largest study to date on the significance of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with COVID-19 infection in the United States, researchers found that patients with nausea, diarrhea, and other gastric symptoms were more likely to need...
In the largest study to date on...
10/29/2020
Gastroenterology

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FDA Alert
News
FDA Approves New Oral Treatment to Prevent C.Diff Recurrence
05/01/2023

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Vowst, the first fecal microbiota product that is taken orally for the prevention of recurrence of Clostridioides difficile infection among adults.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Vowst, the first fecal microbiota product that is taken orally for the prevention of recurrence of Clostridioides difficile infection among adults.
The U.S. Food and Drug...
05/01/2023
Gastroenterology
News
Gastrointestinal Symptoms Common in Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19
08/08/2022
Elevated liver enzymes among patients with COVID-19 were associated with increased risk of intensive care and mortality, according to a new study.
Elevated liver enzymes among patients with COVID-19 were associated with increased risk of intensive care and mortality, according to a new study.
Elevated liver enzymes among...
08/08/2022
Gastroenterology
News
ACG Releases New Guideline on C Diff
05/21/2021
The American College of Gastroenterology updated its 2013 guideline on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of Clostridioides difficile to reflect changes in nomenclature, diagnostic methods, and treatments, including fecal microbial...
The American College of Gastroenterology updated its 2013 guideline on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of Clostridioides difficile to reflect changes in nomenclature, diagnostic methods, and treatments, including fecal microbial...
The American College of...
05/21/2021
Gastroenterology
News
Researchers Study Potential Risks of FMT
04/21/2021
Fecal microbiota transplantation is widely used and considered safe in treating Clostridioides difficile infection.
Fecal microbiota transplantation is widely used and considered safe in treating Clostridioides difficile infection.
Fecal microbiota transplantation...
04/21/2021
Gastroenterology
News
GI Infections May Lead to Microscopic Colitis
04/21/2021
Gastroenteritis can be linked to increased risk of microscopic colitis diagnosis, research reveals.
Gastroenteritis can be linked to increased risk of microscopic colitis diagnosis, research reveals.
Gastroenteritis can be linked to...
04/21/2021
Gastroenterology
News
Severe Course of COVID-19 May Be Associated With Poor GI Health
01/13/2021
A new review reveals growing evidence that altered gut microbiota and ‘leaky gut’ are connected to the severity of cases of COVID-19.
A new review reveals growing evidence that altered gut microbiota and ‘leaky gut’ are connected to the severity of cases of COVID-19.
A new review reveals growing...
01/13/2021
Gastroenterology
News
Novel AI System Shows Success in Detection of Adenomas
08/27/2024
CAD-EYE detection system significantly improved the number of adenomas detected per colonoscopy without extending the procedure time, according to a recent report.
CAD-EYE detection system significantly improved the number of adenomas detected per colonoscopy without extending the procedure time, according to a recent report.
CAD-EYE detection system...
08/27/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Implementation of Fecal Immunochemical Test-Based Program in Colorectal Cancer Screening
08/20/2024
Investigators studied whether fecal immunochemical test programs might be feasible options for improving colorectal cancer screening in areas with limited resources.
Investigators studied whether fecal immunochemical test programs might be feasible options for improving colorectal cancer screening in areas with limited resources.
Investigators studied whether...
08/20/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Low-Dose Aspirin and Prevention of Colorectal Cancer
08/14/2024
Results of a new study showed that low-dose aspirin use is associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer.
Results of a new study showed that low-dose aspirin use is associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer.
Results of a new study showed...
08/14/2024
Gastroenterology
News
FIT Screening Associated With Lower Risk of Death From CRC
08/06/2024
Findings of a new study support the role of fecal immunochemical testing in reducing mortality from colorectal cancer, researchers report.
Findings of a new study support the role of fecal immunochemical testing in reducing mortality from colorectal cancer, researchers report.
Findings of a new study support...
08/06/2024
Gastroenterology
FDA
News
FDA Approves First Blood Test for Primary CRC Screening
07/30/2024
Shield is the first blood test cleared for primary colorectal cancer screening that meets Medicare performance requirements.
Shield is the first blood test cleared for primary colorectal cancer screening that meets Medicare performance requirements.
Shield is the first blood test...
07/30/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Colorectal Cancer Risk Higher Among Patients WIth PSC, With or Without IBD
07/24/2024
Extended screening and surveillance are recommended for all patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis, but those with comorbid inflammatory bowel disease are at highest risk.
Extended screening and surveillance are recommended for all patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis, but those with comorbid inflammatory bowel disease are at highest risk.
Extended screening and...
07/24/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Ultraprocessed Food Linked to Elevated Risk of CRC
07/24/2024
C olorectal cancer, colon cancer, and noncardia gastric cancer were found to be associated with high consumption of ultraprocessed foods, according to recent research.
C olorectal cancer, colon cancer, and noncardia gastric cancer were found to be associated with high consumption of ultraprocessed foods, according to recent research.
C olorectal cancer, colon...
07/24/2024
Gastroenterology
FDA alert
News
FDA Permits Marketing of First Point-of-Care Hepatitis C RNA Test
06/28/2024
The device can provide results in an hour from a fingertip blood test.
The device can provide results in an hour from a fingertip blood test.
The device can provide results...
06/28/2024
Gastroenterology
FDA alert
FDA Alert
Elafibranor Receives Accelerated FDA Approval for PBC
06/14/2024
The first-in-class PPAR is the first new medicine approved in nearly a decade for primary biliary cholangitis.
The first-in-class PPAR is the first new medicine approved in nearly a decade for primary biliary cholangitis.
The first-in-class PPAR is the...
06/14/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Biomarker Study Finds ‘Clearcut’ Case for Early Advanced Therapy for CD
05/24/2024

Jolynn Tumolo

Jolynn Tumolo
Top-down therapy significantly outperforms step-up treatment for Crohn’s disease with fewer adverse events.
Top-down therapy significantly outperforms step-up treatment for Crohn’s disease with fewer adverse events.
Top-down therapy significantly...
05/24/2024
Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease Network

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Poll
Gastro Issues Post-COVID-19
01/10/2023
Regardless of ICU status, nearly 1 in 5 US patients hospitalized with COVID-19 have experienced gastrointestinal symptoms in some form, a multicenter cohort study confirmed. Which of the following issues have you seen among your patients who...
Regardless of ICU status, nearly 1 in 5 US patients hospitalized with COVID-19 have experienced gastrointestinal symptoms in some form, a multicenter cohort study confirmed. Which of the following issues have you seen among your patients who...
Regardless of ICU status, nearly...
01/10/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Quiz: Diagnosis and Treatment of Nonerosive GERD
02/22/2024

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor
Can nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux be cured? Click here if you know the answer!
Can nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux be cured? Click here if you know the answer!
Can nonerosive gastroesophageal...
02/22/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Quiz: Gastroesophageal Reflux and Gender
02/22/2024

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor
Are men more prone to develop nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux? Or women? Find out with a quick quiz!
Are men more prone to develop nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux? Or women? Find out with a quick quiz!
Are men more prone to develop...
02/22/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Quiz: Nonerosive GERD and Esophageal Cancer
02/13/2024

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor
When compared to general population, did patients with nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux disease have a similar incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma? Take our quick quiz to find out!
When compared to general population, did patients with nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux disease have a similar incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma? Take our quick quiz to find out!
When compared to general...
02/13/2024
Gastroenterology
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Poll
Multidisciplinary Care in GI Recovery
01/09/2024
In treating gastrointestinal disorders, do gastroenterologists work better alone or as part of a multidisciplinary team? Answer our poll to understand the approaches better!
In treating gastrointestinal disorders, do gastroenterologists work better alone or as part of a multidisciplinary team? Answer our poll to understand the approaches better!
In treating gastrointestinal...
01/09/2024
Gastroenterology
quiz
Quiz
What Increases the Risk of Diverticular Disease?
10/06/2023
Investigators recently looked at whether obesity, smoking, drinking coffee, and other factors may be associated with diverticular disease. Take our quiz to find out what they revealed!
Investigators recently looked at whether obesity, smoking, drinking coffee, and other factors may be associated with diverticular disease. Take our quiz to find out what they revealed!
Investigators recently looked at...
10/06/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Combo Therapy for uHCC
08/16/2023
Researchers have found a combination of two agents to demonstrate superior efficacy and a favorable benefit-risk profile among patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. Take our quiz to find out which combo could improve overall...
Researchers have found a combination of two agents to demonstrate superior efficacy and a favorable benefit-risk profile among patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. Take our quiz to find out which combo could improve overall...
Researchers have found a...
08/16/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Quiz: Considerations for Colorectal Screening for Older Patients
07/27/2023

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor
There’s no upper age limit for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening! But age alone is not the only deciding factor when offering CRC to older patients. What else should be considered?
There’s no upper age limit for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening! But age alone is not the only deciding factor when offering CRC to older patients. What else should be considered?
There’s no upper age limit for...
07/27/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Relation Between ADR and CRC Risk
06/08/2023

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor
The adenoma detection rate is an essential quality indicator for endoscopists performing colonoscopies for colorectal cancer screening as it is associated with postcolonoscopy colorectal cancers. Take our quiz to find out more about this...
The adenoma detection rate is an essential quality indicator for endoscopists performing colonoscopies for colorectal cancer screening as it is associated with postcolonoscopy colorectal cancers. Take our quiz to find out more about this...
The adenoma detection rate is an...
06/08/2023
Gastroenterology
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Quiz
Corticosteroids and Weight
05/02/2023
Are the odds of histologic, symptomatic, and endoscopic response to topical corticosteroids among patients with eosinophilic esophagitis associated with weight? Take our quiz to find out!
Are the odds of histologic, symptomatic, and endoscopic response to topical corticosteroids among patients with eosinophilic esophagitis associated with weight? Take our quiz to find out!
Are the odds of histologic,...
05/02/2023
Gastroenterology
Coffee
Quiz
Quiz: Screening for HCC
03/14/2023
What did the findings of a recent study show regarding the screening of patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease-related cirrhosis for hepatocellular carcinoma?
What did the findings of a recent study show regarding the screening of patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease-related cirrhosis for hepatocellular carcinoma?
What did the findings of a...
03/14/2023
Gastroenterology

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FDA Approves New Oral Treatment to Prevent C.Diff Recurrence
05/01/2023

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor

Priyam Vora, Associate Editor
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Vowst, the first fecal microbiota product that is taken orally for the prevention of recurrence of Clostridioides difficile infection among adults.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Vowst, the first fecal microbiota product that is taken orally for the prevention of recurrence of Clostridioides difficile infection among adults.
The U.S. Food and Drug...
05/01/2023
Gastroenterology
News
Gastrointestinal Symptoms Common in Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19
08/08/2022
Elevated liver enzymes among patients with COVID-19 were associated with increased risk of intensive care and mortality, according to a new study.
Elevated liver enzymes among patients with COVID-19 were associated with increased risk of intensive care and mortality, according to a new study.
Elevated liver enzymes among...
08/08/2022
Gastroenterology
News
ACG Releases New Guideline on C Diff
05/21/2021
The American College of Gastroenterology updated its 2013 guideline on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of Clostridioides difficile to reflect changes in nomenclature, diagnostic methods, and treatments, including fecal microbial...
The American College of Gastroenterology updated its 2013 guideline on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of Clostridioides difficile to reflect changes in nomenclature, diagnostic methods, and treatments, including fecal microbial...
The American College of...
05/21/2021
Gastroenterology
News
Researchers Study Potential Risks of FMT
04/21/2021
Fecal microbiota transplantation is widely used and considered safe in treating Clostridioides difficile infection.
Fecal microbiota transplantation is widely used and considered safe in treating Clostridioides difficile infection.
Fecal microbiota transplantation...
04/21/2021
Gastroenterology
News
GI Infections May Lead to Microscopic Colitis
04/21/2021
Gastroenteritis can be linked to increased risk of microscopic colitis diagnosis, research reveals.
Gastroenteritis can be linked to increased risk of microscopic colitis diagnosis, research reveals.
Gastroenteritis can be linked to...
04/21/2021
Gastroenterology
News
Severe Course of COVID-19 May Be Associated With Poor GI Health
01/13/2021
A new review reveals growing evidence that altered gut microbiota and ‘leaky gut’ are connected to the severity of cases of COVID-19.
A new review reveals growing evidence that altered gut microbiota and ‘leaky gut’ are connected to the severity of cases of COVID-19.
A new review reveals growing...
01/13/2021
Gastroenterology
News
Novel AI System Shows Success in Detection of Adenomas
08/27/2024
CAD-EYE detection system significantly improved the number of adenomas detected per colonoscopy without extending the procedure time, according to a recent report.
CAD-EYE detection system significantly improved the number of adenomas detected per colonoscopy without extending the procedure time, according to a recent report.
CAD-EYE detection system...
08/27/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Implementation of Fecal Immunochemical Test-Based Program in Colorectal Cancer Screening
08/20/2024
Investigators studied whether fecal immunochemical test programs might be feasible options for improving colorectal cancer screening in areas with limited resources.
Investigators studied whether fecal immunochemical test programs might be feasible options for improving colorectal cancer screening in areas with limited resources.
Investigators studied whether...
08/20/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Low-Dose Aspirin and Prevention of Colorectal Cancer
08/14/2024
Results of a new study showed that low-dose aspirin use is associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer.
Results of a new study showed that low-dose aspirin use is associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer.
Results of a new study showed...
08/14/2024
Gastroenterology
News
FIT Screening Associated With Lower Risk of Death From CRC
08/06/2024
Findings of a new study support the role of fecal immunochemical testing in reducing mortality from colorectal cancer, researchers report.
Findings of a new study support the role of fecal immunochemical testing in reducing mortality from colorectal cancer, researchers report.
Findings of a new study support...
08/06/2024
Gastroenterology
FDA
News
FDA Approves First Blood Test for Primary CRC Screening
07/30/2024
Shield is the first blood test cleared for primary colorectal cancer screening that meets Medicare performance requirements.
Shield is the first blood test cleared for primary colorectal cancer screening that meets Medicare performance requirements.
Shield is the first blood test...
07/30/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Colorectal Cancer Risk Higher Among Patients WIth PSC, With or Without IBD
07/24/2024
Extended screening and surveillance are recommended for all patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis, but those with comorbid inflammatory bowel disease are at highest risk.
Extended screening and surveillance are recommended for all patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis, but those with comorbid inflammatory bowel disease are at highest risk.
Extended screening and...
07/24/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Ultraprocessed Food Linked to Elevated Risk of CRC
07/24/2024
C olorectal cancer, colon cancer, and noncardia gastric cancer were found to be associated with high consumption of ultraprocessed foods, according to recent research.
C olorectal cancer, colon cancer, and noncardia gastric cancer were found to be associated with high consumption of ultraprocessed foods, according to recent research.
C olorectal cancer, colon...
07/24/2024
Gastroenterology
FDA alert
News
FDA Permits Marketing of First Point-of-Care Hepatitis C RNA Test
06/28/2024
The device can provide results in an hour from a fingertip blood test.
The device can provide results in an hour from a fingertip blood test.
The device can provide results...
06/28/2024
Gastroenterology
FDA alert
FDA Alert
Elafibranor Receives Accelerated FDA Approval for PBC
06/14/2024
The first-in-class PPAR is the first new medicine approved in nearly a decade for primary biliary cholangitis.
The first-in-class PPAR is the first new medicine approved in nearly a decade for primary biliary cholangitis.
The first-in-class PPAR is the...
06/14/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Biomarker Study Finds ‘Clearcut’ Case for Early Advanced Therapy for CD
05/24/2024

Jolynn Tumolo

Jolynn Tumolo
Top-down therapy significantly outperforms step-up treatment for Crohn’s disease with fewer adverse events.
Top-down therapy significantly outperforms step-up treatment for Crohn’s disease with fewer adverse events.
Top-down therapy significantly...
05/24/2024
Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease Network

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