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Psychological intervention looks promising in Crohn’s disease
A combination of mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy showed promise for pain, fatigue, and productivity associated with Crohn’s.
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Index cholecystectomy reduces readmissions after acute cholangitis
Cholecystectomy is considered an elective procedure, and surgeons may delay it if the patient is very sick or simply for scheduling reasons.
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H. pylori antibiotics briefly disrupt gut microbiome
Researchers compared antibiotic resistance following either levofloxacin quadruple therapy or bismuth quadruple therapy.
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Videos may not increase vaccinations in IBD
Video messaging did not increase the percentage of people with IBD who got influenza vaccinations in a randomized trial.
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Adsorbent offers promise for irritable bowel syndrome diarrhea
First developed 30 years ago in Eastern Europe, PMSPH is marketed over the counter in 30 European countries under the name Enterosgel.
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Treatment for alcohol abuse reduces hepatitis readmission
However, these support systems are not always feasible or easy to introduce.
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TNF blockers beat newer biologics in Crohn’s disease: Meta-analysis
TNF blockers may work better than newer biologics for treating moderate to severe Crohn’s disease.
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Psychiatric illness associated with eosinophilic esophagitis
Eosinophilic esophagitis is associated with a high prevalence of psychiatric illnesses, according to a new study.
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PD-L1 test debated in gastroesophageal cancer immunotherapy
Should PD-L1 testing be conducted before checkpoint inhibitor treatment for gastroesophageal cancer? Rules from European and U.S. regulators...
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Less cirrhosis but worse outcomes for Black patients with NASH
Black people with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis are more likely to die in the hospital, even though they are less likely to have cirrhosis.
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New Barrett’s esophagus guideline reduces reliance on endoscopy
A new guideline for Barrett’s esophagus endorses a less invasive approach to screening.
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Erectile dysfunction drugs linked to ocular conditions
“Generally speaking, if [patients taking these agents] experience visual problems or changes in vision, then these drugs may be the culprits, and...
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CDC recommends hep B vaccination for most adults
The CDC said it wants to expand vaccinations because, after decades of progress, the number of new hepatitis B infections is increasing among...
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New contact lens elutes antihistamine for ocular allergy
“This is the world’s first and only contact lens that’s able to prevent itching associated with allergies, while at the same time providing vision...