IBD & Intestinal Disorders
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Does Bezlotoxumab Boost FMT Efficacy in IBD Patients With Recurrent CDI?
Patients with IBD have a prevalence of C difficile infection that is 2.5- to 8-fold higher than in peers without IBD.
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Angiotensin Receptor Blockers May Lead to Worse Outcomes in Celiac Disease
The association may be related to the similar pathophysiology between ARB-associated enteropathy and celiac disease.
From the AGA Journals
Common Crohn’s Immune Response to Gut Bacteria Suggests Therapeutic Target
Nearly half of patients with CD had a strong IgG immune response targeting a specific bacterial peptide in the Lachnospiraceae flagellin...
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Guselkumab Efficacy in Crohn’s Disease Unaffected by Prior Biologic Use
Almost all patients in the biologic-inadequate response group had previously received at least one anti–tumor necrosis factor agent, and around 15...
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IBS: Understanding a Common Yet Misunderstood Condition
Today, several dietary, pharmacologic, and psychological/behavioral approaches are available to treat patients with IBS.
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Three Clinical Studies Demonstrating Safety and Efficacy of Treatment for Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS-D) in Adults
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Breath Gas Patterns Predict Response to Low FODMAP Diet
Following FODMAP restrictions, responders had a significant drop in non-fasting hydrogen but not methane, whereas nonresponders did not have a...
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Ultraprocessed Foods Associated With Relapse Risk in Crohn’s Disease
This is the first prospective study of this particular level of UPFs in people with Crohn’s disease who are in remission.
From the AGA Journals
Live Rotavirus Vaccine Safe for Newborns of Biologic-Treated Moms With IBD
The study found normal extended immune function testing in infants despite third-trimester maternal biologic therapy and regardless of circulating...
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GI Docs Will Need to Forge a ‘Human-Computer Cooperative’
Like any other tool, gastroenterologists will figure out how to use AI prediction models, chatbots, and imaging analytics, said Dr. Ryan Stidham...
From the AGA Journals
Celiac Screening in Kids Appears Cost-Effective
If screening strategies are deemed feasible by clinicians and patients, then implementation in routine care is needed.