Gastroenterology

A study analysed adherence to proton pump inhibitors in patients with Barrett’s oesophagus, identifying five patterns influencing treatment consistency.

Researchers have set out to explore the link between obesity and faecal incontinence, as the relationship is uncertain.

A recent study’s findings indicate that extending the colonoscopy screening interval could be safe.

A study from University of Gothenburg, Sweden, states that dietary management surpasses medications for irritable bowel syndrome, with about 70% experiencing significant symptom improvement,

GLP1-RA drugs for diabetes may heighten risk of gastric retention during upper endoscopy. Research suggests continued use may not warrant procedure cancellations.

This News Feature explores the current use of anti-TNF combination therapy with immunomodulators for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis in adults and children.

Patients who underwent surgery for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) reported better physical health 1 month after surgery, according to research. Read more.

Anti-TNF therapy can lead to significant improvement in growth disturbances among children with Crohn’s disease: the number of patients with growth disturbances notably decreased 12 and 24 months after initiation of anti-TNF therapy.