Fecal microbiota transplant effective for immune-mediated colitis, finds study

by Elana GotkineFor patients with refractory immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI)-induced colitis, fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is an effective treatment, according to a study published in the

Updated on: June 22,2024

Fecal microbiota transplant effective for immune-mediated colitis, finds study

by Elana GotkineFor patients with refractory immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI)-induced colitis, fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is an effective treatment, according to a study published in the

Updated on:June 22,2024

Guidance provided for fecal microbiota transplantation in children

by Elana GotkineFor pediatric patients, fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is recommended for moderate-to-severe or recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), according to a clinical repo

Updated on: January 24,2024

Guidance provided for fecal microbiota transplantation in children

by Elana GotkineFor pediatric patients, fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is recommended for moderate-to-severe or recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), according to a clinical repo

Updated on:January 24,2024

First comprehensive guideline on using biomarkers for monitoring Crohn's disease

byAmerican Gastroenterological AssociationHigh magnification micrograph of Crohn's disease. Biopsy of esophagus. H&E stain. Credit: Nephron/WikipediaThe American Gastroenterological Asso

Updated on: January 25,2024

First comprehensive guideline on using biomarkers for monitoring Crohn's disease

byAmerican Gastroenterological AssociationHigh magnification micrograph of Crohn's disease. Biopsy of esophagus. H&E stain. Credit: Nephron/WikipediaThe American Gastroenterological Asso

Updated on:January 25,2024

A healthy microbiome may prevent deadly infections in critically ill people

by University of CalgaryIntestinal dysbiosis with progressive Enterobacteriaceae enrichment in critical illness is associated with nosocomial infections.a, Taxonomic composition by relative abun

Updated on: June 08,2024

A healthy microbiome may prevent deadly infections in critically ill people

by University of CalgaryIntestinal dysbiosis with progressive Enterobacteriaceae enrichment in critical illness is associated with nosocomial infections.a, Taxonomic composition by relative abun

Updated on:June 08,2024

Mapping bacterial neighborhoods in the gut

by Lori Dajose,California Institute of TechnologyBacteroides fragilis (red) and the epithelial surface (blue) of a mouse colon. Most bacteria are found in the center of the gut lumen, but some r

Updated on: June 12,2024

Mapping bacterial neighborhoods in the gut

by Lori Dajose,California Institute of TechnologyBacteroides fragilis (red) and the epithelial surface (blue) of a mouse colon. Most bacteria are found in the center of the gut lumen, but some r

Updated on:June 12,2024

Too many babies are still dying from serious intestinal disease, as improvements slow and disparities persist

by Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) SocietyMicah, before he developed necrotizing enterocolitis. Credit: Jennifer Canvasser, NEC SocietyA study published inJAMA Network Openhas found that i

Updated on: March 28,2024

Too many babies are still dying from serious intestinal disease, as improvements slow and disparities persist

by Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) SocietyMicah, before he developed necrotizing enterocolitis. Credit: Jennifer Canvasser, NEC SocietyA study published inJAMA Network Openhas found that i

Updated on:March 28,2024

Body temperature identified as a major risk factor for gut issues during exercise in hot weather

by Monash UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAustralians playing sports or working in physical jobs for extended periods in hot weather or environments risk gut damage and blood poisonin

Updated on: March 25,2024

Body temperature identified as a major risk factor for gut issues during exercise in hot weather

by Monash UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAustralians playing sports or working in physical jobs for extended periods in hot weather or environments risk gut damage and blood poisonin

Updated on:March 25,2024

New study into cancer cells to help improve chemotherapy effectiveness

by University of LiverpoolTumour microenvironment group. Credit: University of LiverpoolA new Liverpool led study, published inGut, has identified how immune cells in the body can promote t

Updated on: June 25,2024

New study into cancer cells to help improve chemotherapy effectiveness

by University of LiverpoolTumour microenvironment group. Credit: University of LiverpoolA new Liverpool led study, published inGut, has identified how immune cells in the body can promote t

Updated on:June 25,2024

Waking up to the hidden struggles of inflammatory bowel diseases

byFlinders UniversityLatent profiles of determinants of fatigue. Credit:BMC Gastroenterology(2024). DOI: 10.1186/s12876-024-03239-2Helping people with inflammatory bowel diseases to

Updated on: September 02,2024

Waking up to the hidden struggles of inflammatory bowel diseases

byFlinders UniversityLatent profiles of determinants of fatigue. Credit:BMC Gastroenterology(2024). DOI: 10.1186/s12876-024-03239-2Helping people with inflammatory bowel diseases to

Updated on:September 02,2024

5 reasons to see a gastroenterologist

by Donna Fisher,Rush University Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainIf you regularly experience common ailments—like heartburn or stomachaches that don't improve with over-the-counter med

Updated on: May 26,2024

5 reasons to see a gastroenterologist

by Donna Fisher,Rush University Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainIf you regularly experience common ailments—like heartburn or stomachaches that don't improve with over-the-counter med

Updated on:May 26,2024

Combining plant-based diet and a healthy microbiome may protect against multiple sclerosis

by Jennifer Brown,University of IowaCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new University of Iowa study suggests that metabolism of plant-based dietary substances by specific gut bacteria, which are lacking

Updated on: June 08,2024

Combining plant-based diet and a healthy microbiome may protect against multiple sclerosis

by Jennifer Brown,University of IowaCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new University of Iowa study suggests that metabolism of plant-based dietary substances by specific gut bacteria, which are lacking

Updated on:June 08,2024

International study reveals gut bacteria from people in industrialized societies swap genes at much higher rates

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyGlobal Microbiome Conservancy Co-founder Mathilde Poyet, PhD, collects lifestyle data from Bedik villagers in Senegal. Credit: Global Microbiome Conservanc

Updated on: June 14,2024

International study reveals gut bacteria from people in industrialized societies swap genes at much higher rates

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyGlobal Microbiome Conservancy Co-founder Mathilde Poyet, PhD, collects lifestyle data from Bedik villagers in Senegal. Credit: Global Microbiome Conservanc

Updated on:June 14,2024