Fecal Transplantation Associated With Improvements in IBS Symptoms
Although further study is required, pilot study results suggest that FMT may be a viable option for patients with IBS with significant bloating.
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Updates on NAFLD: Is FMT the Treatment of the Future?
As the role of the gut microbiome in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is explored, research has turned to fecal microbiota transplantation as a potential treatment option.
Pre/Probiotics May Be Useful for Depression, Anxiety
Pre/probiotic therapy may be useful for patients with depression and/or anxiety disorders.
Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Bagged Salad Mixes
An outbreak of Cyclospora infections in the U.S. Midwest appears to be linked to bagged salad mixes.
Colorectal Cancer and the Gut Microbiome: What Are the Connections?
The gut microbiome has become one of the most researched topics in gastroenterology. However, it is not yet understood how changes to the gut microbiome affect certain malignancies, particularly colorectal cancer (CRC). Despite improvements in detection and prevention by colonoscopy and other forms of testing, CRC still has a significant effect on patient morbidity and…
Guideline Issued on the Use of Probiotics for Managing GI Disorders
Probiotics should only be recommended for specific patient populations since there is not enough evidence to support their use in the majority of digestive conditions, according to new clinical guidelines released by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) and recently published in Gastroenterology.
Low-Fat, High-Fiber Diet Decreases Inflammation in UC Remission
A low-fat, high-fiber diet decreased inflammation and improved quality of life measures for patients with ulcerative colitis in remission.
Dysbiosis of the Gut Microbiome Caused by Cigarette Smoke Promotes Cancer
Depression alters the structure of the gut microbiome in patients with autoimmune hepatitis and could contribute to the progression of liver cirrhosis.
Depression Alters the Gut Microbiome in Patients with AIH, Promotes Cirrhosis
Depression alters the structure of the gut microbiome in patients with autoimmune hepatitis and could contribute to the progression of liver cirrhosis.
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation for Treatment of Recurrent Clostridiodes difficile Effective in UC
Researchers assessed the microbial profiles of patients with IBD with recurrent C. difficile infection.
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