Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Effective for Outpatients With Diverticulitis
For immunocompetent patients with diverticulitis in the outpatient setting, amoxicillin-clavulanate is as effective as metronidazole with fluoroquinolone.
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TAK-101 May Prevent Gluten-Induced Immune Activation in Celiac Disease
Investigators analyzed the effects of TAK-101 from the induction of gliadin-specific T-cell tolerance in patients with biopsy-confirmed celiac disease.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: What Your Patients Need to Know
Irritable bowel syndrome is rarely serious, but is still an inconvenience and a painful disorder for patients who have it. For patients who have IBS or are concerned they may have it, how can you explain the basics of how it is detected and managed?
Polyethylene Glycol With Electrolytes Safely Treats Constipation in Children Aged Less Than 2 Years
Investigators analyzed the usage and risk profile of PEG+E in children aged less than 2 years.
Diverticulitis: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate vs Metronidazole-with-Fluoroquinolone
Investigators examined the effectiveness of amoxicillin-clavulanate vs metronidazole-with-fluoroquinolone in outpatient diverticulitis treatment.
Elevated Serum CRP After Colorectal Surgery Predicts Anastomotic Leakage
As serum C-reactive protein (CRP) levels tend to rise in infective and inflammatory states, and elevated CRP has been linked to anastomotic leak (AL), these researchers conducted a meta-analysis of current CRP data in AL after colorectal surgery to find out more.
Exploring the Impact of Nutrition on the Gut Microbiome
The systemic effects of the gut microbiome persist throughout the life course, though neonatal and early-life disruptions may have the greatest consequences on gut health.
APPAC Trial: Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis: Oral Antibiotics vs Intravenous Antibiotics?
Study authors compared oral moxifloxacin with combined intravenous ertapenem followed by oral levofloxacin in the managed of uncomplicated acute appendicitis.
Type 1 Diabetes With Celiac Disease Increases Depression Risk in Adolescents
Celiac disease is known to be associated with depression and anxiety in adults with type 1 diabetes and celiac disease. In this study, researchers examine the theory in adolescents with T1D and celiac disease.
Reflux Esophagitis Following Eradication of Helicobacter pylori-Positive Ulcer Disease
Investigators performed a cross-sectional study to assess reflux esophagitis in patients having undergone successful eradication of Helicobacter pylori infection.
Study Suggests Limited Efficacy of OTC Meds for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
Results showed that the majority of patients expressed dissatisfaction with the effect of the OTC agent on constipation and CIC-specific abdominal symptoms.
Iron-Deficiency Anemia Secondary to Asymptomatic Celiac Disease: A Case Study
A 21-year-old woman presents with a complaint of continued iron deficiency despite treatment with oral iron supplementation.
Gastrointestinal Infection Is Associated With Increased Risk of Microscopic Colitis
A team of Swedish investigators conducted a case-control study to determine the relationship between gastroenteritis and risk of developing microscopic colitis.
SCANDIV Trial: Similar Long-Term Results With Laparoscopic Lavage, Primary Resection for Perforated Purulent Diverticulitis
A team of investigators assessed long-term results from the Scandinavian Diverticulitis trial to determine outcomes related to severe complications following intervention.
Colonic Diverticulitis: A Clinical Practice Update From the AGA
The American Gastroenterological Association provides best practice advice to assist gastroenterologists in making an accurate diagnosis and providing optimal treatment for patients with colonic diverticulitis.
Chronic Immune-Mediated Diarrhea and Colitis Associated With Prolonged Survival in Patients Treated With ICIs
The immune-related AE, immune-mediated diarrhea and colitis, can have a limited course or may exist for long-term periods.
Potential Pharmacokinetic Preparation of Biphasic Sodium Chenodeoxycholate for Constipation
A team of investigators sought to develop a system that could regulate the delivery of sodium chenodeoxycholate in the colon.
Generic Version of Amitiza Now Available
The Company has begun shipping both the 8mcg and 24mcg capsules; the capsules are supplied in 60-count bottles.
Celiac Disease and Small Bowel Cancers: A Question of Risk
Despite numerous studies showing a potential association between celiac disease and small bowel cancer, there is a lack of data evaluating the risk of specific subtypes of small bowel cancer.
Mucosal Colonization May Contribute to Recurrence of Clostridioides difficile
A team of investigators from the Mayo Clinic sought to determine whether colonization of C difficile in the colon may contribute to infection recurrence following antibiotic treatment.
New Data Support No-Biopsy Approach for Celiac Disease Diagnosis
Investigators assessed the predictive capacity and diagnostic yield of a minimum 10-fold increase in serum IgA antitissue transglutaminase antibody levels in celiac disease.
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