Initial cholecystectomy vs. sequential common duct endoscopic assessment and subsequent cholecystectomy for suspected gallstone migration. Background: Guidelines recommend ERCP or EUS prior to cholecystectomy in patients with high risk for...
The changing role of beta-blocker therapy in patients with cirrhosis. Background: New data show that arterial pressure is an independent predictor of survival in patients with cirrhosis. Patients with a...
Why there’s no point telling me to lose weight. A recent article on BMJ was written by a patient revealing her personal perspective on obesity. She mentions that she is...
Dietary elimination therapy is an effective alternative for adults with eosinophilic esophagitis. Background: In eosinophilic esophagitis, swallowed corticosteroids are effective. Based on a recent study, dietary elimination might be a more...
Albumin infusion in patients undergoing large volume paracentesis: A meta-analysis of randomized trials. Background: IV albumin has been used as a plasma volume expander. In cirrhotics albumin keeps an essential...
Irritable bowel syndrome drugs receive FDA approval The FDA has granted approval to two drugs for the treatment of diarrhea-predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome in adults. Actavis’ eluxadoline reduces bowel contractions...
Constipation sufferers: Fiber to the rescue While everyone’s had a bout of constipation at one point, eating a high-fiber diet can help alleviate the symptoms and promote normal bowel function....
Gallstone disease: Are you at risk? Gallstones are one of the most common gastrointestinal problems, especially for women. Women between the ages of 20 and 60 years are three times...
Study: Probiotics are linked to overall well-being Gut flora, found in probiotic-rich products such as yogurt, are directly linked to a person’s overall well-being, according to new research. Yogurt that...
FDA gives companies 3 years to remove trans fats The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued its final rule on partially hydrogenated oils in food products, giving companies three...
