Updated Recommendations Issued for Postcolonoscopy Surveillance
The US Multi-Society Task Force released updated recommendations for postcolonoscopy management strategies and polyp surveillance.
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The Efficacy of Cannabinoids and Opioids in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
In recent years, a number of preclinical models have shown that cannabinoids may be highly effective at improving inflammation and, therefore, may be a potential treatment for inflammatory bowel diseases.
Recommendations Issued for Surgical, Endoscopic GERD Interventions Based on PPI Response
A multidisciplinary team of surgeons and interventional gastroenterologists have released recommendations for managing patients GERD based on response to PPIs.
Updated Recommendations Issued for Postcolonoscopy Surveillance
The US Multi-Society Task Force released updated recommendations for postcolonoscopy management strategies and polyp surveillance.
Clostridioides difficile Management for the Gastroenterologist: Practical Points
Up to 40% of Clostridioides difficile infections are community-associated in patients without any significant risk factors such as recent antibiotics, hospitalization, advanced age, inflammatory bowel disease, or history of malignancy.
Barrett Esophagus: Is there an ADR equivalent?
As a precursor to esophageal adenocarcinoma, Barrett esophagus is a crucial diagnosis for gastroenterologists to make during upper endoscopy.
Despite Frequency, Very Early Onset IBD Remains a Clinical Challenge
Very early onset inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is the fastest-growing incidence of IBD in some patient populations. This condition, defined as IBD presenting before 6 years of age, is often represented by the presence of monogenic etiologies.
Integrating Palliative Care Into Hepatocellular Carcinoma Treatment
The review authors used existing evidence to recommend a new model of palliative care integration in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma.
Roundtable Discussion: Addressing Burnout Among Gastroenterology Fellows
A substantial and increasing body of research has shown that professional burnout affects a significant number of physicians at all career stages.
When PROs Could Pose Risks
During a recent conference on quality of life in patients with cancer, FDA-affiliated researchers debunked a notion about biases — but raised some concerns about PROs.
Gut Inflammation Linked to the Development of Parkinson Disease
A growing body of research points to the role of the gut-brain axis in the development of Parkinson disease, with inflammatory bowel disease, leaky gut, and altered gut microbiota observed in the gut, often years before the onset of symptoms of Parkinson disease.
Blood-Borne Viruses: A Path Toward Global Control
Researchers focus on differences and parallels among HIV, HCV and HBV with an emphasis on virologic and therapeutic issues, and prospects for the future of HBV.
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Superior to Fidaxomicin for Recurrent C Difficile Infection
Data from a study presents compelling evidence for the superiority of FMT in multiply recurrent CDI.
Addressing Gender in Gastroenterology and Opportunities for Change
From pay disparities, and overt sexual harassment to policies that disproportionately affect working or expecting mothers, women across the medical spectrum face challenges not seen by their male colleagues.
Resistance to Immune Checkpoint Inhibition in Pancreatic Cancer
Research presented at SITC 2019 looks at 2 different mechanisms for resistance to immune checkpoint inhibition in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.
Dress for Success: Physician Attire May Influence Patients’ Perception of Care
First impressions are an important part of the patient-physician relationship, because they can affect the quality of the relationship well beyond the initial encounter.
Assessing the Hope and Hype of Precision Medicine for Colorectal Cancer
Until the healthcare industry can more adequately handle big data, adapt to artificial intelligence, and gather more evidence surrounding the efficacy of precision medicine for CRC, healthcare providers and patients must remain aware of hype, while also remaining optimistic about the hope of the individualized treatment and prevention of CRC.
Bowel Preparation and Colonoscopy-Based Research
Conducting and evaluating research studies on bowel preparation for colonoscopies is challenging, and is an area of significant interest both now and in the future.
GERD and the Elderly Patient: Clinical Considerations
Elderly patients have a higher tolerance for GERD symptoms compared with younger patients; therefore, these symptoms may be under-reported.
Awareness of Physician Burnout Has Peaked, But What Is the Next Step?
Burnout is thought to be the direct result of occupational demands that consistently outweigh the physical, mental, and psychological abilities of individuals suffering from it.
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