Depression Treatment Response in Relation to Body Mass Index
Researchers in Germany found that obesity prevalence might be higher in patients with major depressive disorder.
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Changes in Opioid Prescription Patterns Among US Gastroenterologists, 2013-2017
Though gastroenterologists are prescribing fewer opioids for Medicare patients, they should also prescribe more neuromodulators because there is more high-quality evidence supporting their efficacy for conditions causing chronic abdominal pain conditions.
The Prevalence of Financial Conflicts of Interests Among Gastroenterology Guideline Authors
There is a prevalence of conflicts of interest and lack of transparency of reporting conflicts of interest in gastroenterology guideline authors.
Risk for Cancer Incidence, Mortality Increased With Psoriasis
Patients with psoriasis have an increased risk for developing or dying from cancer.
Fecal Microbiota Transplant in the Treatment of Obesity
The human gut microbiota has been identified as a metabolic organ having a significant effect on host metabolism.
SBRT Shortens Treatment for Prostate Cancer Without Greater Toxicity
A targeted radiotherapy technique can substantially cut treatment time for prostate cancer without increasing gastrointestinal or genitourinary acute toxicity.
Preventing Persistent Norovirus Outbreaks: Lessons From a Nebraska Event Center
A comprehensive prevention strategy that attempts to address all possible routes of norovirus transmission and a strict ill employee exclusion policy are key to halting successive norovirus outbreaks.
Study Reveals Mixed Effects on Health for Vegetarian Diet
Vegetarians and fish eaters have a lower risk for ischemic heart disease compared with meat eaters, and vegetarians have a higher risk for stroke.
Can a Ketogenic Diet Benefit Patients With Mental Health Disorders?
A review of research reveals that a while ketogenic diet may hold some promise for individuals with mental health disorders, additional studies are necessary.
Risk for Long-Term Opioid Use Increased in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have an increased risk for long-term opioid use.
Treatment of Acute Diarrhea With Bismuth Subsalicyclate May Decrease Antibiotic Use
Researchers found lower odds of antibiotic use following BSS for acute diarrhea in a setting in which antibiotic use for diarrhea is typically high.
Mechanical, Oral Antibiotic Bowel Prep Yields No Benefit for Colectomy
Authors urge reconsideration of recommendations for these types of bowel preps for elective colectomy.
Varibar Thin Liquid Gets FDA Approval for Modified Barium Swallow Studies
FDA has approved Varibar Thin Liquid for oral suspension (barium sulfate; Bracco Diagnostics Inc.) for use in modified barium swallow (MBS) examinations to evaluate the oral and pharyngeal function and morphology in adult and pediatric patients.
Review Describes Dangers Associated With Loperamide Abuse
A recent review published in The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology discusses the antidiarrheal medication loperamide and its potential for abuse in patients looking to self-treat opioid withdrawal symptoms or to experience euphoric effects with large doses.
How Often Does the FDA Disagree With Its Advisory Committees’ Recommendations?
According to the findings of a recent review, the Food and Drug Administration rarely disagrees with recommendations made by its advisory committees.
To Better Manage Asthma, Look to the Gut: A Clinical Roundtable
The gut microbiome has been implicated in a number of diseases, including atopy and asthma.
New Drug Approved To Treat Complicated UTI, Intra-Abdominal Infections
Approval of these indications was based on limited clinical safety and efficacy data for Recarbrio.
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Use May Increase Hospitalization Risk for Serious GI Adverse Events
Sodium polystyrene sulfonate should be used cautiously as it was found to be associated with an increased risk of hospitalization due to serious GI events.
Naldemedine Therapy May Reduce Symptoms of Opioid-Induced Constipation
Researchers conducted a double-blind study to assess the effect of naldemedine therapy vs placebo in reducing symptoms associated with opioid-induced constipation.
American Gastroenterological Association Releases Obesity Practice Guide
Gastroenterologists are in a unique position to lead a multidisciplinary care team for patients with obesity.
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