Gastroenterology

Helicobacter pylori infection in early-middle-aged adults was associated with higher BMI, triglyceride levels, carotid plaque formation, and carotid intima-media thickness.

Intermittent pain causing the child to cry and an episode of bright red rectal bleeding are described by the mother. Review labs and imaging: What's your diagnosis?

The 2021 American College of Gastroenterology guidelines on management of C. difficile reflect an expanding body of evidence for preventing, diagnosing, and treating the dangerous infection.

The investigational, live biotherapeutic demonstrated superior efficacy vs placebo in reduction of recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection in ~100 patients at 8-week follow-up.

Patients interested in optimizing their own gut health have typically tried several approaches before they ask a clinician for help. Two specialists offer seasoned guidance on what helps most.

The patient says the pain is worse with movement or coughing. He reports no nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea, or other complaints. What's your diagnosis?

GI symptoms in COVID-19 have been reported at rates as low as 5% and as high as 50%. This short clinical update highlights what is known and how to care for GI patients.

The FDA has accumulated sufficient evidence to conclude a contaminant found in ranitidine is a danger to the public.

Digestive symptoms can be added to the list of primary complains associated with COVID-19, a new study from China suggests.

These 3 patients with cirrhosis of different etiologies offer you the chance to select the next best step in their management.

Refractory disease, symptom mimics, and confounding comorbidities complicate these 3 cases. Can you tease out the answers?

ICYMI: Get a quick look at 12 of the many drugs FDA-approved in 2019 for conditions commonly seen in primary care.

Severe epigastric pain radiating to the back in 2 patients and post-Whipple procedure complaints in another: 3 virtual puzzles in pancreatitis need solutions.

The American College of Physicians today issued a guidance statement for routine colorectal cancer screening for average-risk adults.

SAN ANTONIO - Follow-up after abnormal FIT increased the number of patients completing recommended colonoscopy and reduced the interval between FIT results and procedure.

SAN ANTONIO - A new automatic system had an overall sensitivity of 88% and a 98.4% specificity for polyp detection; study results were presented Sunday at the ACG 2019 Scientific Sessions.

SAN ANTONIO - New research shows that nearly 40% of missed colonoscopies is due to a patient's difficulty in understanding bowel preparation. 

SAN ANTONIO - A national analysis has revealed an increase in the rate of colorectal cancer resections occurring after bariatric surgery.

A recent study found that obese or severely obese patients have a 60% higher risk of chronic diarrhea vs those who are within a normal weight range. 

When is liver transplant curative? What is the best management option for esophageal varices? And, is hepatorenal failure to blame here?  Test your hepatic management know-how.

CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid have all taken branded and generic ranitidine products off shelves as FDA continues to investigate contamination with a suspected carcinogen.

Contamination of some lots of ranitidine (Zantac) led the Novartis Sandoz unit today to stop distribution of the drug while the issue is being investigated.

Is ferritin level elevated in SIBO? How does linoclotide work? How would you prevent Montezuma’s Revenge? Try these 3 case challenges.

A 28-y/o who is pregnant with first child; a 39-y/o with hypothroidism; and a 25-y/o with 3 days of severe abdominal pain. Please diagnose and treat.

Possible gastrointestinal issues during gestation range from expected to significant threat. Choose your next steps for these 3 young women.