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Urdu(Barcelona, October 21, 2019) The results of a large, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study have confirmed that faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) using a single ‘super-donor’ is an effective and well tolerated treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), producing high rates of…
Tag: Gastroenterology
IBD prevalence three times higher than estimates and expected to rise, new study reveals
(Barcelona, October 21, 2019) The number of people suffering from inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) is three times higher than previous estimates, with sufferers also at a higher risk of developing colorectal cancer (CRC), according to new research presented today at…
Plant-based foods and Mediterranean diet associated with healthy gut microbiome
(Barcelona, October 21, 2019) A study presented at UEG Week 2019 has shown that specific foods could provide protection for the gut, by helping bacteria with anti-inflammatory properties to thrive. Researchers from the University Medical Center Groningen, The Netherlands have…
Resistance to antibiotics doubles in 20 years, new study finds
(Barcelona, October 21, 2019) Resistance to commonly-used antibiotics for treating harmful bacteria related to a variety of stomach conditions has more than doubled in 20 years, new research presented today at UEG Week Barcelona 2019 has shown. The study, which…
Cystic fibrosis carriers at increased risk of digestive symptoms
Findings reported at ASHG 2019 Annual Meeting
Hope for millions of IBS sufferers as research identifies cause of pain as ‘gut itch’
Australian researchers identify a link between itchy skin and gut pain, caused by identical receptors
Cause of drug resistance in a type of intestinal tumors identified
Breakdown of the normal 3-dimensional shape of DNA allows harmful interactions of genes in a rare form of gastrointestinal stromal tumors
Synthetic cells make long-distance calls
Rice scientists’ circuits help bacteria quickly pass signals to an entire community
Biomedical sciences researchers isolate gut bacteria that can prevent and cure rotavirus infection
ATLANTA–The presence of specific microbiota, or microorganisms that live in the digestive tract, can prevent and cure rotavirus infection, which is the leading cause of severe, life-threatening diarrhea in children worldwide, according to a new study by the Institute for…
Elevated risk of blood clot in lungs after surgery lasts for how long?
What The Study Did: Researchers examined how long an increased risk of pulmonary embolism (lung artery blockage usually caused by a blood clot) persisted after six types of surgery (vascular, gynecological, gastrointestinal, hip or knee replacement, fractures and other orthopedic…
Severity of psoriasis related to the severity of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
(MADRID, 10 October, 2019) New results from a prospective, 12-month study indicate that the severity of psoriasis is associated with the severity of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Patients with psoriasis and NAFLD had more severe hepatic damage, if they…
Cincinnati Children’s receives NIH grant renewal on eosinophilic disorders
CINCINNATI — Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center has received a 5-year, $7.57 million grant renewal from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to continue leading a consortium of organizations from around the country that will conduct clinical research into eosinophilic…
How the colon prioritizes gas detox over energy use
Onions, cabbage, garlic. While nutritious, eating these foods can lead to an embarrassing side effect: smelly flatulence. More than just smelly, hydrogen sulfide, the chemical compound responsible for the rotten-egg aroma, is deadly if inhaled at doses of more than…
Microbiome provides new clues to determining development of colon cancer
A team from the George Washington University published research in the journal Gastroenterology, which found a connection between bacterial species living in the microbiome and development of colon cancer
Scientists find timekeepers of gut’s immune system
Targeting such cells may lead to treatments for digestive ailments
TAU and Ichilov researchers develop treatment for familial adenomatous polyposis
Adolescents and young adults with the inherited disorder bear a high risk of developing colorectal cancer
FODMAPs diet relieves symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease
New research from King’s College London has found that a diet low in fermented carbohydrates has improved certain gut symptoms and improved health-related quality of life for sufferers of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Protozoans and pathogens make for an infectious mix
Single celled organisms in the environment are protecting pathogenic bacteria and priming them for human infection, an international team of researchers has discovered
@UCSDHealth’s William Sandborn, MD, available on inflammatory bowel disease #ibd #gastroenterology
William Sandborn, MD, chief of the Division of Gastroenterology and director of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, is one of the world’s top experts in the management of ulcerative colitis and Crohns disease. His groundbreaking research has been instrumental to…
First targeted therapy for cholangiocarcinoma shows clinical benefit in phase III trial
ESMO 2019 Congress, Sept. 27 — Oct. 1, Barcelona, Spain
New AI Method May Boost Crohn’s Disease Insight and Improve Treatment
Rutgers-led study uses artificial intelligence to examine genetic signatures of inflammatory bowel illness
Cooking food alters the microbiome
Raw vs. cooked diets have distinct effects on both mouse and human gut microbes
Do celiac families need 2 toasters?
Preliminary study suggests that risk of gluten transfer in common-cooking activities may be lower than previously thought
Liquid biopsy has prognostic role in colorectal cancer and potential for guiding therapy
ESMO 2019 Congress, Sept. 27 — Oct. 1, Barcelona, Spain
Better methods needed for predicting risk of liver disease
While blood samples can reliably identify people with a low risk of developing severe liver disease, better methods are needed in primary care for identifying people in most need of care. These are some of the conclusions of a large…
Obesity epidemic results in NAFLD becoming most common cause of liver disease in Europe
World’s leading experts gather in Seville to discuss the fastest growing health epidemic in Europe now affecting 1 in 4 people
Unravelling the mystery of how one gene contributes to Parkinson’s, Crohn’s and leprosy
Research on LRRK2 gene in mice could lead to new treatments, prevention
More than 70% of hospital data breaches include sensitive demographic or financial info that could lead to identity theft
Below please find summaries of new articles that will be published in the next issue of Annals of Internal Medicine . The summaries are not intended to substitute for the full articles as a source of information. 1. More than…
Alcohol-producing gut bacteria could cause liver damage even in people who don’t drink
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the build-up of fat in the liver due to factors other than alcohol. It affects about a quarter of the adult population globally, but its cause remains unknown. Now, researchers have linked NAFLD to…
Researchers alter mouse gut microbiomes by feeding good bacteria their preferred fibers
Humans choose food based on the way it looks, smells, and tastes. But the microbes in our guts use a different classification system–one that is based on the molecular components that make up different fibers. In a study published September…
Abnormal gut bugs tied to worse cognitive performance in vets with PTSD and cirrhosis
Study involved more than 90 combat veterans
Device to detect pre-cancerous Barrett’s Esophagus receives FDA 510(k) clearance
Minimally invasive, cost-effective alternative to endoscopy identifies precursor to cancer of the es
Resistance can spread even without the use of antibiotics
Bacteria are becoming increasingly resistant to common antibiotics. Often, resistance is mediated by resistance genes, which can simply jump from one bacterial population to the next. It’s a common assumption that the resistance genes spread primarily when antibiotics are used,…
Should patients continue blood thinners after experiencing gastrointestinal bleeding?
Anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs, which are blood thinners such as warfarin and aspirin, are commonly taken to reduce the risk of potentially fatal blood clots, but they carry an increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. A study of 871 patients from…
Updated Barrett’s Guideline aims to improve patient outcomes
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) has released its updated “ASGE guideline on screening and surveillance of Barrett’s esophagus,” published in the September issue of GIE: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy . The guideline aims to help clinicians understand the published literature…
Stopping progression of tissue injury after button battery ingestion
Irrigation with acetic acid neutralizes tissue and prevents delayed esophageal complications
Depression breakthrough
‘Black Dog’ blamed for major diseases
Benefits of cognitive behavioural therapy for IBS continue 2 years after treatment
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting 10 – 20 per cent of people. Abdominal pain, bloating and altered bowel habit significantly affect patient’s quality of life and can force them to take days off work. Previous…
Study of bile acids links individual’s genetics and microbial gut community
Gene identified in mice affects both size of a bacterial population and bile acid levels in blood
Using a smartphone to detect norovirus
University of Arizona researchers strike the balance between sensitivity and affordability with a ne
Landos Biopharma completes $60 million Series B financing
RTW Investments joins existing investor Perceptive Advisors in leading financing with a strong syndi
Helping bacteria be better friends
Engineering multiple bacterial strains reverses antagonistic interactions and results in more balanc
Mount Sinai Ranked Among the Top in the Nation by U.S. News & World Report
The Hospital was ranked No. 14 nationally, up four spots from last year. Eight departments within the Hospital were ranked among the top 20 nationally in their specialties, up from five last year