2001 to 2018 saw increase in estimated prevalence of IBD in seniors

During 2001 to 2018, the overall estimated prevalence of Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis increased among Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries, with a higher increase seen among non-Hispanic Bla

Updated on: February 21,2024 16

2001 to 2018 saw increase in estimated prevalence of IBD in seniors

During 2001 to 2018, the overall estimated prevalence of Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis increased among Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries, with a higher increase seen among non-Hispanic Bla

Updated on:February 21,2024 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

Researchers grow intestinal cells from human-induced pluripotent stem cells

by Tokyo Institute of TechnologyHuman-induced pluripotent stem cells derived enterocyte-like cells exhibit P-gp- and BCRP-mediated efflux and cytochrome P450 (CYP3A4)-mediated metabolism. We conc

Updated on: April 09,2024 14

Researchers grow intestinal cells from human-induced pluripotent stem cells

by Tokyo Institute of TechnologyHuman-induced pluripotent stem cells derived enterocyte-like cells exhibit P-gp- and BCRP-mediated efflux and cytochrome P450 (CYP3A4)-mediated metabolism. We conc

Updated on:April 09,2024 14

Dual-action antibiotic found that kills C. difficile, preventing reinfections

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressC. difficile spore (gold) emerging from a bacterium (turquoise). Credit: Jeshina Janardhanan and Yuanyuan QianA team of biochemists at the University of Notre Dame has fou

Updated on: June 22,2024 4

Dual-action antibiotic found that kills C. difficile, preventing reinfections

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressC. difficile spore (gold) emerging from a bacterium (turquoise). Credit: Jeshina Janardhanan and Yuanyuan QianA team of biochemists at the University of Notre Dame has fou

Updated on:June 22,2024 4

Doctors discover many inflammatory bowel disease patients screen positive for malnutrition

Doctors discover many inflammatory bowel disease patients screen positive for malnutritionbyUniversity of North Carolina Health CareAnne Peery, MD, MSCR, associate professor of medicine, UNC Sch

Updated on: January 24,2024 22

Doctors discover many inflammatory bowel disease patients screen positive for malnutrition

Doctors discover many inflammatory bowel disease patients screen positive for malnutritionbyUniversity of North Carolina Health CareAnne Peery, MD, MSCR, associate professor of medicine, UNC Sch

Updated on:January 24,2024 22

Researchers show zinc plays a key role in inflammatory bowel disease and 'leaky gut'

by King's College LondonEffects of zinc deficiency and I3C treatment on intestinal integrity in the DSS-induced IBD mouse model.aSchematic representation of the experimental sched

Updated on: April 07,2024 11

Researchers show zinc plays a key role in inflammatory bowel disease and 'leaky gut'

by King's College LondonEffects of zinc deficiency and I3C treatment on intestinal integrity in the DSS-induced IBD mouse model.aSchematic representation of the experimental sched

Updated on:April 07,2024 11

New drug shows real promise against celiac disease

by Amy NortonAn experimental drug can prevent intestinal damage caused by celiac disease, an early trial has found—raising hopes that it could become the first medication for the serious digestive dis

Updated on: April 24,2024 15

New drug shows real promise against celiac disease

by Amy NortonAn experimental drug can prevent intestinal damage caused by celiac disease, an early trial has found—raising hopes that it could become the first medication for the serious digestive dis

Updated on:April 24,2024 15

Consuming grapes modulates the human microbiome with potential benefits for health

by California Table Grape CommissionCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe results of a human study published inScientific Reportsinvestigated the potential of grapes to modulate the human m

Updated on: May 23,2024 8

Consuming grapes modulates the human microbiome with potential benefits for health

by California Table Grape CommissionCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe results of a human study published inScientific Reportsinvestigated the potential of grapes to modulate the human m

Updated on:May 23,2024 8

Fecal transplant trial provides hope for liver disease patients

by King's College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe UK is to launch a clinical trial of a "poo transplant" that researchers believe could treat advanced liver disease and f

Updated on: June 20,2024 8

Fecal transplant trial provides hope for liver disease patients

by King's College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe UK is to launch a clinical trial of a "poo transplant" that researchers believe could treat advanced liver disease and f

Updated on:June 20,2024 8

Novel hybrid operation to treat gastrointestinal bleeding caused by portal vein obstruction

by KeAi Communications Co.Credit: The AuthorsThe portal vein is responsible for collecting blood from the stomach, intestines, and spleen, and transporting it into the liver. However, in some cases, t

Updated on: April 29,2024 16

Novel hybrid operation to treat gastrointestinal bleeding caused by portal vein obstruction

by KeAi Communications Co.Credit: The AuthorsThe portal vein is responsible for collecting blood from the stomach, intestines, and spleen, and transporting it into the liver. However, in some cases, t

Updated on:April 29,2024 16

New guidelines address treatment of anorectal abscess, anal fistula, and rectovaginal fistula

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons has issued updated guidelines for physicians, published inDiseases of the Colon &a

Updated on: April 24,2024 11

New guidelines address treatment of anorectal abscess, anal fistula, and rectovaginal fistula

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons has issued updated guidelines for physicians, published inDiseases of the Colon &a

Updated on:April 24,2024 11