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New Study Highlights Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Digestive Diseases Mortality 
01/07/2025
While overall digestive diseases mortality rates have decreased in the U.S., significant disparities remain, with American Indian/Alaska Native populations facing the highest rates and some racial groups showing concerning increases.
While overall digestive diseases mortality rates have decreased in the U.S., significant disparities remain, with American Indian/Alaska Native populations facing the highest rates and some racial groups showing concerning increases.
While overall digestive diseases...
01/07/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Amrita Sethi, MD, on Changing the Course of Pancreatic Cancer
01/03/2024
Dr Amrita Sethi identified risk factors for pancreatic cancer, innovation in endoscopic methods for diagnosing pancreatic cancer and helping to guide advances in management.
Dr Amrita Sethi identified risk factors for pancreatic cancer, innovation in endoscopic methods for diagnosing pancreatic cancer and helping to guide advances in management.
Dr Amrita Sethi identified risk...
01/03/2024
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Shivam Kalia, MD, on Rifaximin for Severe Acute Pancreatitis
12/01/2023
Dr Shivam Kalia discussed the impact of rifaximin among patients with predicted severe acute pancreatitis.
Dr Shivam Kalia discussed the impact of rifaximin among patients with predicted severe acute pancreatitis.
Dr Shivam Kalia discussed the...
12/01/2023
Gastroenterology
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Improving Quality of Life in Chronic Pancreatitis
09/12/2023
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance...
09/12/2023
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Do NSAIDs Reduce Complications in Early-Stage Acute Pancreatitis?
08/21/2023
Researchers established an association between the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and mitigated complications in early stages of acute pancreatitis.
Researchers established an association between the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and mitigated complications in early stages of acute pancreatitis.
Researchers established an...
08/21/2023
Gastroenterology
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FDA Clears New Insulin Pump and Dosing System for Type 1 Diabetes Patients
06/01/2023
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the...
06/01/2023
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Andy Silva-Santisteban, MD, Discusses Screening for Pancreatic Cancer in High-Risk Individuals
04/30/2023
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in...
04/30/2023
Gastroenterology
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Increased Risk of Osteopathy in Chronic Pancreatitis
04/27/2023
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with...
04/27/2023
Gastroenterology
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New ASGE Guidelines on Pancreatic Cancer Screening
02/03/2023
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for...
02/03/2023
Gastroenterology
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Does New-Onset Diabetes Predict Pancreatic Cancer?
01/02/2023
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals...
01/02/2023
Gastroenterology
Hassan Ali
Conference Coverage
New Scoring System for ANP Developed
10/23/2022
Dr Hassan Ali presented a new method for predicting all-cause mortality among hospitalized patients with acute necrotizing pancreatitis, which won a Presidential Poster Award at the American College of Gastroenterology Postgraduate Course and...
Dr Hassan Ali presented a new method for predicting all-cause mortality among hospitalized patients with acute necrotizing pancreatitis, which won a Presidential Poster Award at the American College of Gastroenterology Postgraduate Course and...
Dr Hassan Ali presented a new...
10/23/2022
Gastroenterology

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Improving Quality of Life in Chronic Pancreatitis
09/12/2023
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance...
09/12/2023
Gastroenterology
FDA Alert
News
FDA Clears New Insulin Pump and Dosing System for Type 1 Diabetes Patients
06/01/2023
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the...
06/01/2023
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Andy Silva-Santisteban, MD, Discusses Screening for Pancreatic Cancer in High-Risk Individuals
04/30/2023
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in...
04/30/2023
Gastroenterology
News
Increased Risk of Osteopathy in Chronic Pancreatitis
04/27/2023
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with...
04/27/2023
Gastroenterology
News
New ASGE Guidelines on Pancreatic Cancer Screening
02/03/2023
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for...
02/03/2023
Gastroenterology
News
Does New-Onset Diabetes Predict Pancreatic Cancer?
01/02/2023
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals...
01/02/2023
Gastroenterology
News
Statins May Reduce Risk of Diabetes After Acute Pancreatitis
07/11/2022
Regular users of statins were at significantly lower risk of developing diabetes mellitus following an episode of acute pancreatitis, according to a recent study.
Regular users of statins were at significantly lower risk of developing diabetes mellitus following an episode of acute pancreatitis, according to a recent study.
Regular users of statins were at...
07/11/2022
Gastroenterology
News
Biomarkers in Fecal Microbiota May Offer Early Detection of PDAC
04/07/2022
Results of a recent study suggest that the gut microbiome may offer biomarkers for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and facilitate early detection.
Results of a recent study suggest that the gut microbiome may offer biomarkers for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and facilitate early detection.
Results of a recent study...
04/07/2022
Gastroenterology
News
Short-Form Tool Assesses Chronic Pancreatitis Pain
06/29/2021
In 10 minutes or less, pain associated with chronic pancreatitis can be accurately assessed, thanks to a new questionnaire.
In 10 minutes or less, pain associated with chronic pancreatitis can be accurately assessed, thanks to a new questionnaire.
In 10 minutes or less, pain...
06/29/2021
Gastroenterology
News
SARS-CoV-2 Significantly Worsens Outcomes in Patients With Acute Pancreatitis
03/24/2021
SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with a significantly increased 30-day mortality rate in patients hospitalized with acute pancreatitis.
SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with a significantly increased 30-day mortality rate in patients hospitalized with acute pancreatitis.
SARS-CoV-2 infection is...
03/24/2021
Gastroenterology
News
A Holistic and Risk-Based Approach to Managing MAFLD and MASH
01/07/2025
A practical, risk-based strategy for evaluating and managing metabolic dysfunction-associated steatosis and steatohepatitis (MASLD/MASH) highlights the need for integrated care in patients with obesity and metabolic comorbidities.
A practical, risk-based strategy for evaluating and managing metabolic dysfunction-associated steatosis and steatohepatitis (MASLD/MASH) highlights the need for integrated care in patients with obesity and metabolic comorbidities.
A practical, risk-based strategy...
01/07/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Study Highlights Increased Colorectal Cancer Risk in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis Patients Without IBD
12/13/2024
A study presented at the American College of Gastroenterology, reveals that primary sclerosing cholangitis independently increases the risk of colorectal cancer.
A study presented at the American College of Gastroenterology, reveals that primary sclerosing cholangitis independently increases the risk of colorectal cancer.
A study presented at the...
12/13/2024
Gastroenterology
Conference coverage
Study Highlights Racial and Socioeconomic Disparities in Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer
12/13/2024
Research on racial and economic disparities underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions to promote early detection and equitable health care access.
Research on racial and economic disparities underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions to promote early detection and equitable health care access.
Research on racial and economic...
12/13/2024
Gastroenterology
Conference coverage
Low Rate of Postcolonoscopy Colorectal Cancer Found Using Novel Adjustment
12/13/2024
The proposed adjusted postcolonoscopy colorectal cancer rate provides a more accurate and reproducible standardized benchmark while minimizing heterogeneity, the investigators concluded.
The proposed adjusted postcolonoscopy colorectal cancer rate provides a more accurate and reproducible standardized benchmark while minimizing heterogeneity, the investigators concluded.
The proposed adjusted...
12/13/2024
Gastroenterology
News
IBD Doubles Likelihood of MASLD in Lean Individuals
11/22/2024
Compared with lean patients with IBD and MASLD, overweight/obese patients with IBD and MASLD had higher levels of insulin resistance and smoking history, the study found.
Compared with lean patients with IBD and MASLD, overweight/obese patients with IBD and MASLD had higher levels of insulin resistance and smoking history, the study found.
Compared with lean patients with...
11/22/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Colorectal Cancer Screening Effective for Patients Aged 45 to 50 Years
11/18/2024
New study supports earlier colorectal cancer screening, showing similar completion and yield rates for those aged 45 to 49 as for those aged 50.
New study supports earlier colorectal cancer screening, showing similar completion and yield rates for those aged 45 to 49 as for those aged 50.
New study supports earlier...
11/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Colonoscopy After Diverticulitis Usually Unnecessary
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
Risks of Colorectal Neoplasia Based on Family History of CRC
11/04/2024
Researchers aimed to systematically assess the relationship between family history of CRC in FDRs and the risk of noncancerous colorectal neoplasia.
Researchers aimed to systematically assess the relationship between family history of CRC in FDRs and the risk of noncancerous colorectal neoplasia.
Researchers aimed to...
11/04/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Upper Gl Mucosal Damage Associated With Parkinson's Disease
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
Vonoprozan Compared to PPIs for Peptic Ulcer Rebleeding Prevention
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

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Screening Patients with Chronic Pancreatitis for Cancer
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Screening Patients with Chronic Pancreatitis for Cancer
01/12/2021
Patients with chronic pancreatitis (CP) have a higher overall prevalence of pancreatic malignancy, particularly those with genetic or environmental risk factors for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, according to the American College of...
Patients with chronic pancreatitis (CP) have a higher overall prevalence of pancreatic malignancy, particularly those with genetic or environmental risk factors for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, according to the American College of...
Patients with chronic...
01/12/2021
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Interventional Procedures to Treat Pain in Patients With Chronic Pancreatitis
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Pop Quiz: Interventional Procedures to Treat Pain in Patients With Chronic Pancreatitis
05/26/2020
Many patients with CP experience pain caused by obstruction in the pancreatic duct. Do you know what the ACG recommends as first-line therapy for pain relief in patients with CP? Take our short quiz to find out!
Many patients with CP experience pain caused by obstruction in the pancreatic duct. Do you know what the ACG recommends as first-line therapy for pain relief in patients with CP? Take our short quiz to find out!
Many patients with CP experience...
05/26/2020
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Monitoring Patients With Chronic Pancreatitis for Malignancies
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Pop Quiz: Monitoring Patients With Chronic Pancreatitis for Malignancies
05/21/2020
The American College of Gastroenterology recently released a guideline for diagnosing and treating chronic pancreatitis. Do you know what the guideline recommends about screening these patients for pancreatic cancer? Take our quick quiz and...
The American College of Gastroenterology recently released a guideline for diagnosing and treating chronic pancreatitis. Do you know what the guideline recommends about screening these patients for pancreatic cancer? Take our quick quiz and...
The American College of...
05/21/2020
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Pancreatic Function Testing in Diagnosing Chronic Pancreatitis
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Pop Quiz: Pancreatic Function Testing in Diagnosing Chronic Pancreatitis
04/28/2020
In its recent guideline, the ACG acknowledges that controversy exists about the value of pancreatic function testing for diagnosing CP. But do you know its stance on the value of pancreatic function testing for diagnosing CP?
In its recent guideline, the ACG acknowledges that controversy exists about the value of pancreatic function testing for diagnosing CP. But do you know its stance on the value of pancreatic function testing for diagnosing CP?
In its recent guideline, the ACG...
04/28/2020
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Tools for Diagnosing Chronic Pancreatitis
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Pop Quiz: Tools for Diagnosing Chronic Pancreatitis
04/07/2020
The ACG Clinical Guideline on Chronic Pancreatitis aims to better define chronic pancreatitis and outlined the best tools to make an accurate diagnosis.
The ACG Clinical Guideline on Chronic Pancreatitis aims to better define chronic pancreatitis and outlined the best tools to make an accurate diagnosis.
The ACG Clinical Guideline on...
04/07/2020
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Best Practices for Pancreatic Necrosis Management
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Pop Quiz: Best Practices for Pancreatic Necrosis Management
02/28/2020
Do you know the best practices suggested by the AGA in the updated clinical practice guideline for the management of pancreatic necrosis? Take our quick quiz and find out.
Do you know the best practices suggested by the AGA in the updated clinical practice guideline for the management of pancreatic necrosis? Take our quick quiz and find out.
Do you know the best practices...
02/28/2020
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Dietary Factors in Colorectal Cancer
12/06/2024
What dietary factors contributed most to deaths from colorectal cancer? Take our quiz to find out!
What dietary factors contributed most to deaths from colorectal cancer? Take our quiz to find out!
What dietary factors contributed...
12/06/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Risk Stratification for Colorectal Cancer
12/03/2024
Which of the following screening guidelines are recommended for patients with a familial history of colorectal cancer? Take our quiz to find out.
Which of the following screening guidelines are recommended for patients with a familial history of colorectal cancer? Take our quiz to find out.
Which of the following screening...
12/03/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Colorectal Cancer Risk in Diverticulitis
11/29/2024
Do patients with diverticulitis need more frequent screenings for colorectal cancer? Take our quiz to find out.
Do patients with diverticulitis need more frequent screenings for colorectal cancer? Take our quiz to find out.
Do patients with diverticulitis...
11/29/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Prevalence of Fatty Liver Disease in the US
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
Quiz: Diagnosis and Treatment of Nonerosive GERD
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
Quiz: Gastroesophageal Reflux and Gender
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
Quiz: Nonerosive GERD and Esophageal Cancer
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
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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
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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

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Improving Quality of Life in Chronic Pancreatitis
09/12/2023
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance...
09/12/2023
Gastroenterology
FDA Alert
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FDA Clears New Insulin Pump and Dosing System for Type 1 Diabetes Patients
06/01/2023
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the...
06/01/2023
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Andy Silva-Santisteban, MD, Discusses Screening for Pancreatic Cancer in High-Risk Individuals
04/30/2023
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in...
04/30/2023
Gastroenterology
News
Increased Risk of Osteopathy in Chronic Pancreatitis
04/27/2023
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with...
04/27/2023
Gastroenterology
News
New ASGE Guidelines on Pancreatic Cancer Screening
02/03/2023
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for...
02/03/2023
Gastroenterology
News
Does New-Onset Diabetes Predict Pancreatic Cancer?
01/02/2023
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals...
01/02/2023
Gastroenterology
News
Statins May Reduce Risk of Diabetes After Acute Pancreatitis
07/11/2022
Regular users of statins were at significantly lower risk of developing diabetes mellitus following an episode of acute pancreatitis, according to a recent study.
Regular users of statins were at significantly lower risk of developing diabetes mellitus following an episode of acute pancreatitis, according to a recent study.
Regular users of statins were at...
07/11/2022
Gastroenterology
News
Biomarkers in Fecal Microbiota May Offer Early Detection of PDAC
04/07/2022
Results of a recent study suggest that the gut microbiome may offer biomarkers for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and facilitate early detection.
Results of a recent study suggest that the gut microbiome may offer biomarkers for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and facilitate early detection.
Results of a recent study...
04/07/2022
Gastroenterology
News
Short-Form Tool Assesses Chronic Pancreatitis Pain
06/29/2021
In 10 minutes or less, pain associated with chronic pancreatitis can be accurately assessed, thanks to a new questionnaire.
In 10 minutes or less, pain associated with chronic pancreatitis can be accurately assessed, thanks to a new questionnaire.
In 10 minutes or less, pain...
06/29/2021
Gastroenterology
News
SARS-CoV-2 Significantly Worsens Outcomes in Patients With Acute Pancreatitis
03/24/2021
SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with a significantly increased 30-day mortality rate in patients hospitalized with acute pancreatitis.
SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with a significantly increased 30-day mortality rate in patients hospitalized with acute pancreatitis.
SARS-CoV-2 infection is...
03/24/2021
Gastroenterology
News
A Holistic and Risk-Based Approach to Managing MAFLD and MASH
01/07/2025
A practical, risk-based strategy for evaluating and managing metabolic dysfunction-associated steatosis and steatohepatitis (MASLD/MASH) highlights the need for integrated care in patients with obesity and metabolic comorbidities.
A practical, risk-based strategy for evaluating and managing metabolic dysfunction-associated steatosis and steatohepatitis (MASLD/MASH) highlights the need for integrated care in patients with obesity and metabolic comorbidities.
A practical, risk-based strategy...
01/07/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Study Highlights Increased Colorectal Cancer Risk in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis Patients Without IBD
12/13/2024
A study presented at the American College of Gastroenterology, reveals that primary sclerosing cholangitis independently increases the risk of colorectal cancer.
A study presented at the American College of Gastroenterology, reveals that primary sclerosing cholangitis independently increases the risk of colorectal cancer.
A study presented at the...
12/13/2024
Gastroenterology
Conference coverage
Study Highlights Racial and Socioeconomic Disparities in Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer
12/13/2024
Research on racial and economic disparities underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions to promote early detection and equitable health care access.
Research on racial and economic disparities underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions to promote early detection and equitable health care access.
Research on racial and economic...
12/13/2024
Gastroenterology
Conference coverage
Low Rate of Postcolonoscopy Colorectal Cancer Found Using Novel Adjustment
12/13/2024
The proposed adjusted postcolonoscopy colorectal cancer rate provides a more accurate and reproducible standardized benchmark while minimizing heterogeneity, the investigators concluded.
The proposed adjusted postcolonoscopy colorectal cancer rate provides a more accurate and reproducible standardized benchmark while minimizing heterogeneity, the investigators concluded.
The proposed adjusted...
12/13/2024
Gastroenterology
News
IBD Doubles Likelihood of MASLD in Lean Individuals
11/22/2024
Compared with lean patients with IBD and MASLD, overweight/obese patients with IBD and MASLD had higher levels of insulin resistance and smoking history, the study found.
Compared with lean patients with IBD and MASLD, overweight/obese patients with IBD and MASLD had higher levels of insulin resistance and smoking history, the study found.
Compared with lean patients with...
11/22/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Colorectal Cancer Screening Effective for Patients Aged 45 to 50 Years
11/18/2024
New study supports earlier colorectal cancer screening, showing similar completion and yield rates for those aged 45 to 49 as for those aged 50.
New study supports earlier colorectal cancer screening, showing similar completion and yield rates for those aged 45 to 49 as for those aged 50.
New study supports earlier...
11/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Colonoscopy After Diverticulitis Usually Unnecessary
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
Risks of Colorectal Neoplasia Based on Family History of CRC
11/04/2024
Researchers aimed to systematically assess the relationship between family history of CRC in FDRs and the risk of noncancerous colorectal neoplasia.
Researchers aimed to systematically assess the relationship between family history of CRC in FDRs and the risk of noncancerous colorectal neoplasia.
Researchers aimed to...
11/04/2024
Gastroenterology
News
Upper Gl Mucosal Damage Associated With Parkinson's Disease
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
Vonoprozan Compared to PPIs for Peptic Ulcer Rebleeding Prevention
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

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