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06/14/2024
Kayla Monks, MS, RD, discusses nutritional needs and challenges of patients with liver disease, including candidates for transplant, and how to work with patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Kayla Monks, MS, RD, discusses nutritional needs and challenges of patients with liver disease, including candidates for transplant, and how to work with patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Kayla Monks, MS, RD, discusses...
06/14/2024
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
11/21/2023
Dr Jennifer Phan explained the medical management of obesity and ways in which the gastroenterologist can get involved.
Dr Jennifer Phan explained the medical management of obesity and ways in which the gastroenterologist can get involved.
Dr Jennifer Phan explained the...
11/21/2023
Gastroenterology
Poll: Guideline on Probiotics For GI Disorders
Poll
06/10/2020
Nearly 4 million adults in the United States are taking or have taken some type of probiotic for digestive health. But do probiotics really provide benefit to patients? Tell us what you think!
Nearly 4 million adults in the United States are taking or have taken some type of probiotic for digestive health. But do probiotics really provide benefit to patients? Tell us what you think!
Nearly 4 million adults in the...
06/10/2020
Gastroenterology
5 Questions About the Impact of Climate Change on GI Health
Q&As
05/14/2020
The relationship between climate change and human health has not been thoroughly explored. Desmond Leddin, MB, MSc, has taken an interest in studying this relationship. In this Q&A, he answers our questions about his latest article on the...
The relationship between climate change and human health has not been thoroughly explored. Desmond Leddin, MB, MSc, has taken an interest in studying this relationship. In this Q&A, he answers our questions about his latest article on the...
The relationship between climate...
05/14/2020
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
10/28/2019
The authors of a new study presented at the ACG 2019 Annual Meeting evaluated data of more than 200 adult gastroenterology patients to characterize patients with avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder.
The authors of a new study presented at the ACG 2019 Annual Meeting evaluated data of more than 200 adult gastroenterology patients to characterize patients with avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder.
The authors of a new study...
10/28/2019
Gastroenterology
Quiz
08/29/2019
Do you know who developed the gluten-free diet? Take our pop quiz to find out.
Do you know who developed the gluten-free diet? Take our pop quiz to find out.
Do you know who developed the...
08/29/2019
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
10/23/2018
At ACG 2018, Dr Stacy B Menees discussed her research on the impact of a diet with low FODMAP on patients with fecal incontinence. Here is an overview of her session.
At ACG 2018, Dr Stacy B Menees discussed her research on the impact of a diet with low FODMAP on patients with fecal incontinence. Here is an overview of her session.
At ACG 2018, Dr Stacy B Menees...
10/23/2018
Gastroenterology
News
09/14/2018
Here are the latest stories on probiotics from Consultant360.
Here are the latest stories on probiotics from Consultant360.
Here are the latest stories on...
09/14/2018
Gastroenterology
News
09/08/2017
Laryngopharyngeal reflux is a common disorder. In a recent study, researchers investigated whether non-pharmacologic strategies, such as dietary interventions, were as efficacious as proton pump inhibitors in improving reflux symptoms.
Laryngopharyngeal reflux is a common disorder. In a recent study, researchers investigated whether non-pharmacologic strategies, such as dietary interventions, were as efficacious as proton pump inhibitors in improving reflux symptoms.
Laryngopharyngeal reflux is a...
09/08/2017
Gastroenterology
News
02/10/2017
Researchers performed a randomized controlled trial to examine the effects of a whole-grain diet on energy metabolism in participants.
Researchers performed a randomized controlled trial to examine the effects of a whole-grain diet on energy metabolism in participants.
Researchers performed a...
02/10/2017
Gastroenterology
Case Report and Brief Review
03/15/2015
Jonathan is a 32-year-old man concerned about his risk of colon cancer. He tells you that in response to online reports of the dangers of red and processed meat, he is thinking of becoming vegan to further cut his cancer risk. He asks if you...
Jonathan is a 32-year-old man concerned about his risk of colon cancer. He tells you that in response to online reports of the dangers of red and processed meat, he is thinking of becoming vegan to further cut his cancer risk. He asks if you...
Jonathan is a 32-year-old man...
03/15/2015
Gastroenterology

News

News
09/14/2018
Here are the latest stories on probiotics from Consultant360.
Here are the latest stories on probiotics from Consultant360.
Here are the latest stories on...
09/14/2018
Gastroenterology
News
09/08/2017
Laryngopharyngeal reflux is a common disorder. In a recent study, researchers investigated whether non-pharmacologic strategies, such as dietary interventions, were as efficacious as proton pump inhibitors in improving reflux symptoms.
Laryngopharyngeal reflux is a common disorder. In a recent study, researchers investigated whether non-pharmacologic strategies, such as dietary interventions, were as efficacious as proton pump inhibitors in improving reflux symptoms.
Laryngopharyngeal reflux is a...
09/08/2017
Gastroenterology
News
02/10/2017
Researchers performed a randomized controlled trial to examine the effects of a whole-grain diet on energy metabolism in participants.
Researchers performed a randomized controlled trial to examine the effects of a whole-grain diet on energy metabolism in participants.
Researchers performed a...
02/10/2017
Gastroenterology
News
11/14/2024
In colonoscopies performed solely for diverticulitis, the CRC prevalence was just 0.17%, the study found.
In colonoscopies performed solely for diverticulitis, the CRC prevalence was just 0.17%, the study found.
In colonoscopies performed...
11/14/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI)...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
New nomenclature shows strong applicability in real-world clinical settings.
New nomenclature shows strong applicability in real-world clinical settings.
New nomenclature shows strong...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Results showed that a lower fibrosis stage (F0–1) was associated with a significantly reduced risk of cirrhosis and liver-related outcomes compared to patients with advanced fibrosis (F4).
Results showed that a lower fibrosis stage (F0–1) was associated with a significantly reduced risk of cirrhosis and liver-related outcomes compared to patients with advanced fibrosis (F4).
Results showed that a lower...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Income level and location drove variations in rates of increase, authors of a retrospective cohort study found.
Income level and location drove variations in rates of increase, authors of a retrospective cohort study found.
Income level and location drove...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/09/2024
Conducting repeat fecal immunochemical tests doubled the detection rates of colorectal cancer and significant bowel disease, researchers reported.
Conducting repeat fecal immunochemical tests doubled the detection rates of colorectal cancer and significant bowel disease, researchers reported.
Conducting repeat fecal...
10/09/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/08/2024
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of...
10/08/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/07/2024
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on October 4 approved the Cologuard Plus multitarget stool DNA test for adults ages 45 and older who are average risk for colorectal cancer.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on October 4 approved the Cologuard Plus multitarget stool DNA test for adults ages 45 and older who are average risk for colorectal cancer.
The U.S. Food and Drug...
10/07/2024
Gastroenterology

Interactive

Poll: Guideline on Probiotics For GI Disorders
Poll
06/10/2020
Nearly 4 million adults in the United States are taking or have taken some type of probiotic for digestive health. But do probiotics really provide benefit to patients? Tell us what you think!
Nearly 4 million adults in the United States are taking or have taken some type of probiotic for digestive health. But do probiotics really provide benefit to patients? Tell us what you think!
Nearly 4 million adults in the...
06/10/2020
Gastroenterology
Quiz
08/29/2019
Do you know who developed the gluten-free diet? Take our pop quiz to find out.
Do you know who developed the gluten-free diet? Take our pop quiz to find out.
Do you know who developed the...
08/29/2019
Gastroenterology
Quiz
10/07/2024
How much do you know about the prevalence of fatty liver disease in the US? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
How much do you know about the prevalence of fatty liver disease in the US? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
How much do you know about the...
10/07/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
02/22/2024
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
02/22/2024
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
02/13/2024
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
doc with stethoscope
Poll
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
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
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
07/27/2023
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
06/08/2023
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
report+obesity
Quiz
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