Human norovirus GII.4 exploits unexpected entry mechanism to cause gastroenteritis

by Baylor College of MedicineGII.4 capsid protein elicits acidification and endocytosis in HIEs.aViral replication at 24 h (black dots) compared to bound virus at 1 h (blue dots) and

Updated on: May 26,2024

Human norovirus GII.4 exploits unexpected entry mechanism to cause gastroenteritis

by Baylor College of MedicineGII.4 capsid protein elicits acidification and endocytosis in HIEs.aViral replication at 24 h (black dots) compared to bound virus at 1 h (blue dots) and

Updated on:May 26,2024

About half of patients with inflammatory bowel disease have zinc deficiency

The prevalence of zinc deficiency is about 50 percent in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and is higher in patients with Crohn disease (CD) than those with ulcerative colitis (UC), according to a stud

Updated on: June 28,2024

About half of patients with inflammatory bowel disease have zinc deficiency

The prevalence of zinc deficiency is about 50 percent in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and is higher in patients with Crohn disease (CD) than those with ulcerative colitis (UC), according to a stud

Updated on:June 28,2024

Constipation associated with increased risk of hypertension, cardiovascular events in elderly Australian patients

by La Trobe UniversitySummary of the findings. This study found that constipation was positively associated with hypertension and cardiovascular events. CI, confidence interval; OR, odds ratio. T

Updated on: March 26,2024

Constipation associated with increased risk of hypertension, cardiovascular events in elderly Australian patients

by La Trobe UniversitySummary of the findings. This study found that constipation was positively associated with hypertension and cardiovascular events. CI, confidence interval; OR, odds ratio. T

Updated on:March 26,2024

Multiple tumors without kinship occur simultaneously in the small intestine in neuroendocrine cancer

by University of GothenburgFig. 1: Whole genome sequencing of 11 primary tumors and metastases from a single SI-NET patient supports independent clonal evolution. a Section of the small intestine

Updated on: May 23,2024

Multiple tumors without kinship occur simultaneously in the small intestine in neuroendocrine cancer

by University of GothenburgFig. 1: Whole genome sequencing of 11 primary tumors and metastases from a single SI-NET patient supports independent clonal evolution. a Section of the small intestine

Updated on:May 23,2024

Gas-related intestinal symptoms affect nearly all adults and are associated with psychological distress

by United European GastroenterologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainGas-related symptoms are associated with poorer quality of life, and higher stress, anxiety and depression, with breaking wind being

Updated on: March 26,2024

Gas-related intestinal symptoms affect nearly all adults and are associated with psychological distress

by United European GastroenterologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainGas-related symptoms are associated with poorer quality of life, and higher stress, anxiety and depression, with breaking wind being

Updated on:March 26,2024

Researchers link environmental exposures to liver disease

by Colette Gallagher,Mayo ClinicConceptual overview. (A) Bile samples were collected from patients with PSC located in the USA and Norway. Samples were assayed for environmental chemicals and me

Updated on: April 07,2024

Researchers link environmental exposures to liver disease

by Colette Gallagher,Mayo ClinicConceptual overview. (A) Bile samples were collected from patients with PSC located in the USA and Norway. Samples were assayed for environmental chemicals and me

Updated on:April 07,2024

The surprising origin of a deadly hospital infection

by University of MichiganCredit: CC0 Public DomainHospital staff spend a significant amount of time working to protect patients from acquiring infections while they are being cared for in the hos

Updated on: April 02,2024

The surprising origin of a deadly hospital infection

by University of MichiganCredit: CC0 Public DomainHospital staff spend a significant amount of time working to protect patients from acquiring infections while they are being cared for in the hos

Updated on:April 02,2024

Study: Sugar binges increase risk of inflammatory bowel disease

by Justin Dupuis,University of AlbertaCredit: CC0 Public DomainShort-term increases in sugar consumption could increase the risk of inflammatory bowel disease and have a significant impact on ou

Updated on: April 24,2024

Study: Sugar binges increase risk of inflammatory bowel disease

by Justin Dupuis,University of AlbertaCredit: CC0 Public DomainShort-term increases in sugar consumption could increase the risk of inflammatory bowel disease and have a significant impact on ou

Updated on:April 24,2024

In IBS patients, cognitive behavioral therapy modulates brain-gut microbiome and helps relieve symptoms

by Dirk Hoffman,University at BuffaloClassifiers derived from baseline fecal microbiota profiles outperformed those based on clinical/demographic and neuroimaging data to predict CBT response. A

Updated on: March 26,2024

In IBS patients, cognitive behavioral therapy modulates brain-gut microbiome and helps relieve symptoms

by Dirk Hoffman,University at BuffaloClassifiers derived from baseline fecal microbiota profiles outperformed those based on clinical/demographic and neuroimaging data to predict CBT response. A

Updated on:March 26,2024

Upadacitinib superior to placebo in moderate-to-severe Crohn disease

by Elana GotkineFor patients with moderate-to-severe Crohn disease, upadacitinib induction and maintenance treatment are superior to placebo, according to a study published in the May 25 issue of the&

Updated on: February 19,2024

Upadacitinib superior to placebo in moderate-to-severe Crohn disease

by Elana GotkineFor patients with moderate-to-severe Crohn disease, upadacitinib induction and maintenance treatment are superior to placebo, according to a study published in the May 25 issue of the&

Updated on:February 19,2024

Study provides insight into how the intestine repairs damaged tissue

by Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainInvestigators at Cedars-Sinai and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have identified a component in the intestine that plays

Updated on: April 03,2024

Study provides insight into how the intestine repairs damaged tissue

by Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainInvestigators at Cedars-Sinai and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have identified a component in the intestine that plays

Updated on:April 03,2024

Gastrointestinal issues linked with anxiety, social withdrawal for kids with autism

by University of MissouriCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren with autism spectrum disorder tend to experience gastrointestinal issues, such as constipation and stomach pain, at a higher rat

Updated on: May 10,2024

Gastrointestinal issues linked with anxiety, social withdrawal for kids with autism

by University of MissouriCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren with autism spectrum disorder tend to experience gastrointestinal issues, such as constipation and stomach pain, at a higher rat

Updated on:May 10,2024