Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Cendakimab That Targets IL-13 Shows Promise in Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Treatment with cendakimab also improved key endoscopic and histologic features, even in patients who had an inadequate response or intolerance to...
Latest News
New mRNA Vaccine May Shield Against C difficile Infections
C diff infection rates have risen, including those that are resistant to antibiotics.
Myth of the Month
Myth of the Month: Are Thickened Liquids Helpful in Dysphagia Patients?
The risks of the diet include dehydration, poor oral intake, and decreased quality of life.
From the Journals
Value of AI-Aided Colonoscopy on Advanced Neoplasia Detection Unclear
CADe-enhanced colonoscopy outperformed conventional colonoscopy in the average number of polyps detected per colonoscopy and polyp detection rate...
Conference Coverage
When It Comes to Polyp Diagnosis With CADx, Location Matters
“The key questions here relate to why are these systems underperforming in the proximal colon, and how can we improve this?” said Dr. David Graham...
Conference Coverage
Mortality Rates From Early-Onset CRC Have Risen Considerably Over Last 2 Decades
Increased mortality occurred across all patients included in the study (aged 20-54) regardless of tumor stage at diagnosis.
Commentary
H pylori: ACG Guideline Advises New Approaches to Treatment
There are still substantial evidence gaps, particularly around the use of a PCAB-based regimen and its relative advantages over a standard or high...
Commentary
Help Your Patients Reap the Benefits of Plant-Based Diets
What if we focus on decreasing dietary restrictions, incorporating a variety of nourishing foods, and educating our patients, instead of on...
News
Molecular Stool Testing Could Cut Post-Polypectomy Colonoscopies by 15%-41%
A noninvasive strategy could ease the surveillance burden on healthcare resources and be more palatable to patients.
From the Journals
Risk Assessment Tool Can Help Predict Fractures in Cancer
Researchers collected data on bone mineral density and fractures in 9,877 patients with cancer and 45,875 matched control individuals without...
Conference Coverage
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency: Optimal PERT Dose Varies by Primary Pancreatic Disease
Successful PERT is defined as the resolution of nutritional deficiencies and relief of symptoms and signs associated with insufficiency.