Predictors of Upper GI Bleeding Identified After Acute MI
Predictors of upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) have been identified among patients discharged after acute myocardial infarction.
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Spore-Forming Probiotics Safe and Effective for Functional Dyspepsia
Investigators assessed the safety and efficacy of treatment with spore-forming probiotics in reducing symptoms of functional dyspepsia.
Efficacy of Nutrient or Water Drinking Tests for Assessing Functional Dyspepsia
Researchers reviewed the use of different drink tests as potential biomarkers in patients with functional dyspepsia.
Cinacalcet Does Not Up Risk for Severe Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Hemodialysis
Study is the largest to explore this potential safety issue to date.
FDA Approves New Formulation of Gvoke for Severe Hypoglycemia
The FDA has approved the new Gvoke® Kit formulation for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes 2 years of age and older.
Haloperidol Monotherapy for GI Symptoms at the Emergency Department Decreases Risk for Hospital Admission
Investigators assessed the clinical outcomes and symptom improvements of patients with GI symptoms treated with haloperidol monotherapy in the emergency department.
2021 American College of Gastroenterology Guidelines: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Clostridioides difficile Infections
The American College of Gastroenterology released updated clinical guidelines on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Clostridioides difficile infections.
Summarizing the Biological Function and Current Clinical Understanding of Calprotectin
Investigators reviewed the recent research on the biological function of calprotectin in inflammatory diseases.
Potential Applications for Newer Technologies to Improve Understanding of Undernutrition
Investigators reviewed technologies which may be useful in monitoring and improving gut health for use in low-income and middle-income countries.
Prevalence of Cardiac-Specific Mortality in Major Gastrointestinal Cancers
Investigators assessed the cardiac-specific mortality rate among patients with major GI cancers, as well as the relationship between radiation and chemotherapy with survival outcomes.
Many Parents Do Not Plan to Vaccinate Youngest Child for COVID-19
Many parents do not intend to vaccinate their youngest child for COVID-19.
FDA Wants Another Study Before Deciding on Tenapanor Approval
Tenapanor inhibits the sodium/hydrogen exchanger 3 to control serum phosphorus in adults with CKD on dialysis.
Study Shows Loneliness Tied to Use of High-Risk Medications
The study authors utilized the National Social Life, Health, and Aging Project leave-behind questionnaire to obtain data on a total of 6017 adults over 65 years of age.
Bariatric Surgery May Improve Outcomes of Later Pregnancy
For women with severe obesity who have bariatric surgery, there may be some beneficial effects on the perinatal outcomes of a subsequent pregnancy.
Dietary Intake, Tryptophan Metabolism, and Genetic Associations in Incident Type 2 Diabetes
Investigators assessed the association between circulating levels of tryptophan metabolites and incident T2D via genetic variants, diet, and gut microbiome.
Calcineurin Inhibitors May Increase Risk for Community-Acquired Clostridioides difficile Infection
Investigators conducted a retrospective study to better understand whether there is an equally shared risk for C difficile infection across immunosuppressant classes.
Management of Clostridioides difficile Infection in Adults: 2021 Clinical Practice Guidelines
A multidisciplinary panel comprising members from the Infectious Diseases Society of America and the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America created guidelines for health care professionals caring for patients with C difficile infection.
Increased Frequency of Comorbid Conditions in Adults With ADHD
The researchers investigated the phenotypic and etiological associations between ADHD and a wide range of physical health conditions across adulthood.
Combined Exercise, Liraglutide Therapy for Healthy Weight Loss Maintenance
Investigators evaluated the effectiveness of a 1-year moderate to vigorous exercise program, liraglutide treatment, or the combination of both, compared with placebo, for the maintenance of healthy weight loss.
Synergistic Activation of Colonic Endocrine Cells Via Nutrient Receptors in Adults With Obesity
Researchers proposed a nonsurgical approach with targeted colonic delivery of MCFAs, which induce EECs and neuronal activation leading to anorectic effects in adults with obesity.
Fewer High-Risk Lesions Detected Due to Delayed Endoscopy During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Researchers assessed the decline in high-risk GI and pancreato-biliary lesions detected during the COVID-19 pandemic due to reduced numbers of endoscopic procedures performed.
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