Novel microfluidic device models gut neuro-epithelial connections

by TranSpreadCreating enteric neuro-epithelial co-cultures in a microfluidic device. Credit:Microsystems & Nanoengineering(2023). DOI: 10.1038/s41378-023-00615-yEpithelial cells and se

Updated on: March 05,2024

Novel microfluidic device models gut neuro-epithelial connections

by TranSpreadCreating enteric neuro-epithelial co-cultures in a microfluidic device. Credit:Microsystems & Nanoengineering(2023). DOI: 10.1038/s41378-023-00615-yEpithelial cells and se

Updated on:March 05,2024

For IBS, specific diets are less important than expected

by Chalmers University of TechnologyA large study from Chalmers University of Technology and Uppsala University, Sweden, suggests that gluten and certain types of carbohydrates called 'fodmap

Updated on: June 25,2024

For IBS, specific diets are less important than expected

by Chalmers University of TechnologyA large study from Chalmers University of Technology and Uppsala University, Sweden, suggests that gluten and certain types of carbohydrates called 'fodmap

Updated on:June 25,2024

Researchers identify inherited gene mutation linked to esophageal cancer

by Case Western Reserve UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainStudying genes in families with a propensity for certain diseases has led to many critical advances in medicine, including the d

Updated on: April 07,2024

Researchers identify inherited gene mutation linked to esophageal cancer

by Case Western Reserve UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainStudying genes in families with a propensity for certain diseases has led to many critical advances in medicine, including the d

Updated on:April 07,2024

Bacterial bullseye: In rare feat, researchers decipher how one gut bacterium influences immunity

by Harvard Medical SchoolCredit: CC0 Public DomainFrom immunity to metabolism to mental health, it seems like the gut microbiome has been linked to every aspect of human health and disease.But wi

Updated on: May 09,2024

Bacterial bullseye: In rare feat, researchers decipher how one gut bacterium influences immunity

by Harvard Medical SchoolCredit: CC0 Public DomainFrom immunity to metabolism to mental health, it seems like the gut microbiome has been linked to every aspect of human health and disease.But wi

Updated on:May 09,2024

New study identifies potential therapeutic target for colonic disorders

by ElsevierNeuropilin 2 (Nrp2) expression is enriched in mouse and human colonic smooth muscle. A–C: The 8-week–old C57BL/6 mouse colon (A and B) or small intestine (C) expressing strong Nrp2 sig

Updated on: May 09,2024

New study identifies potential therapeutic target for colonic disorders

by ElsevierNeuropilin 2 (Nrp2) expression is enriched in mouse and human colonic smooth muscle. A–C: The 8-week–old C57BL/6 mouse colon (A and B) or small intestine (C) expressing strong Nrp2 sig

Updated on:May 09,2024

Possible trigger for Crohn's disease identified

by McMaster UniversityThe team's findings were led by postdoctoral fellow, Wael Elhenawy, McMaster Universit.y Credit: McMaster UniversityPeople living with the often-debilitating effects of

Updated on: May 26,2024

Possible trigger for Crohn's disease identified

by McMaster UniversityThe team's findings were led by postdoctoral fellow, Wael Elhenawy, McMaster Universit.y Credit: McMaster UniversityPeople living with the often-debilitating effects of

Updated on:May 26,2024

Anxiety, depression common with inflammatory bowel disease

(HealthDay)—There is a high prevalence of symptoms of anxiety and depression in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a review published online March 12 inThe Lancet Gastr

Updated on: June 08,2024

Anxiety, depression common with inflammatory bowel disease

(HealthDay)—There is a high prevalence of symptoms of anxiety and depression in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a review published online March 12 inThe Lancet Gastr

Updated on:June 08,2024

Cure found for rare form of inflammatory bowel disease

by Mike Addelman,University of ManchesterCredit: CC0 Public DomainA rare genetic condition which causes inflammatory bowel disease can be successfully treated by bone marrow transplant, accordin

Updated on: June 22,2024

Cure found for rare form of inflammatory bowel disease

by Mike Addelman,University of ManchesterCredit: CC0 Public DomainA rare genetic condition which causes inflammatory bowel disease can be successfully treated by bone marrow transplant, accordin

Updated on:June 22,2024

No treatment change needed for peds IBD during COVID-19 pandemic

(HealthDay)—Preliminary data regarding outcomes for pediatric patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak are reassuring, according to resear

Updated on: March 26,2024

No treatment change needed for peds IBD during COVID-19 pandemic

(HealthDay)—Preliminary data regarding outcomes for pediatric patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak are reassuring, according to resear

Updated on:March 26,2024

VTE risk up for children with inflammatory bowel disease

(HealthDay)—Children with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have a higher risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE), according to a study published online June 27 in theJournal of Crohn's & C

Updated on: June 14,2024

VTE risk up for children with inflammatory bowel disease

(HealthDay)—Children with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have a higher risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE), according to a study published online June 27 in theJournal of Crohn's & C

Updated on:June 14,2024

Outcome measure developed for Crohn's perianal fistula

(HealthDay)—A patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) has been developed for Crohn's perianal fistula, which has good internal consistency, excellent stability, and good responsiveness and constru

Updated on: June 01,2024

Outcome measure developed for Crohn's perianal fistula

(HealthDay)—A patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) has been developed for Crohn's perianal fistula, which has good internal consistency, excellent stability, and good responsiveness and constru

Updated on:June 01,2024

Molecule found in seafood plays role in protecting and improving cognitive function

by Nottingham Trent UniversityThe researchers have found that TMAO makes the blood-brain barrier less leaky. Credit: Nottingham Trent UniversityResearch at Nottingham Trent University and Queen M

Updated on: June 14,2024

Molecule found in seafood plays role in protecting and improving cognitive function

by Nottingham Trent UniversityThe researchers have found that TMAO makes the blood-brain barrier less leaky. Credit: Nottingham Trent UniversityResearch at Nottingham Trent University and Queen M

Updated on:June 14,2024