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E-Cigarette Use and Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease: Findings from a National Cohort
10/27/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at...
10/27/2025
Gastroenterology
News
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Linked to Lower Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease in Patients with T2DM
09/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
GLP-1 RAs may offer additional protection against gastrointestinal complications among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
GLP-1 RAs may offer additional protection against gastrointestinal complications among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
GLP-1 RAs may offer additional...
09/04/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Global Escalation of H pylori Antibiotic Resistance Spurs Call for Action
07/24/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Inconsistencies in reimbursement coverage, diagnostic tools available contribute to accessibility inequities for H pylori surveillance.
Inconsistencies in reimbursement coverage, diagnostic tools available contribute to accessibility inequities for H pylori surveillance.
Inconsistencies in reimbursement...
07/24/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Comparative Effectiveness of H Pylori Treatments
07/24/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Researchers noted that clinicians should consider patients’ histories of antibiotic use when treating H pylori.
Researchers noted that clinicians should consider patients’ histories of antibiotic use when treating H pylori.
Researchers noted that...
07/24/2025
Gastroenterology
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Podcast
Gut Check: Hypermobility and Gastric Disorders with Dr Dacre Knight
03/10/2025
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Dacre Knight, MD
Dr Dacre Knight provides insights into hypermobility syndromes and their relationships to disorders of gut-brain interaction and gastrointestinal symptoms in the latest Gut Check, hosted by Dr Brian Lacy.
Dr Dacre Knight provides insights into hypermobility syndromes and their relationships to disorders of gut-brain interaction and gastrointestinal symptoms in the latest Gut Check, hosted by Dr Brian Lacy.
Dr Dacre Knight provides...
03/10/2025
Gastroenterology
News
New Study Highlights Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Digestive Diseases Mortality 
01/07/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
While overall digestive diseases mortality rates have decreased in the U.S., significant disparities remain, with American Indian/Alaska Native populations facing the highest rates and some racial groups showing concerning increases.
While overall digestive diseases mortality rates have decreased in the U.S., significant disparities remain, with American Indian/Alaska Native populations facing the highest rates and some racial groups showing concerning increases.
While overall digestive diseases...
01/07/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Vonoprozan Compared to PPIs for Peptic Ulcer Rebleeding Prevention
10/18/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
stomach illustration
News
H pylori Eradication Assessed for Prevention of Gastric Cancer
09/18/2023
Rebecca Mashaw
Investigators sought to find out if eradicating Helicobacter pylori was associated with changes in the incidence of noncardia gastric adenocarcinoma.
Investigators sought to find out if eradicating Helicobacter pylori was associated with changes in the incidence of noncardia gastric adenocarcinoma.
Investigators sought to find out...
09/18/2023
Gastroenterology
Gut Check
Podcast
AGA/ACG Guideline on Chronic Constipation
08/07/2023
William D. Chey, MD; Lin Chang
The 2 leading gastrointestinal societies in United States—the American Gastroenterological Association and the American College of Gastroenterology—collaborated to produce guidance on pharmacological agents available for the treatment of...
The 2 leading gastrointestinal societies in United States—the American Gastroenterological Association and the American College of Gastroenterology—collaborated to produce guidance on pharmacological agents available for the treatment of...
The 2 leading gastrointestinal...
08/07/2023
Gastroenterology
FDA Alert
News
FDA Approves First Treatment for Pediatric Functional Constipation
06/20/2023
FDA has approved Linzess (linaclotide) capsules to treat functional constipation in pediatric patients 6 to 17 years of age.
FDA has approved Linzess (linaclotide) capsules to treat functional constipation in pediatric patients 6 to 17 years of age.
FDA has approved Linzess...
06/20/2023
Gastroenterology
chronic constipation
Conference Coverage
Need to Study Coexistent Fecal Incontinence and Chronic Constipation
05/21/2023
Priyam Vora
Experts call out for more literature on understanding and diagnosing overlapping fecal incontinence and chronic constipation.
Experts call out for more literature on understanding and diagnosing overlapping fecal incontinence and chronic constipation.
Experts call out for more...
05/21/2023
Gastroenterology

News

Conference Coverage
E-Cigarette Use and Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease: Findings from a National Cohort
10/27/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at...
10/27/2025
Gastroenterology
News
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Linked to Lower Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease in Patients with T2DM
09/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
GLP-1 RAs may offer additional protection against gastrointestinal complications among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
GLP-1 RAs may offer additional protection against gastrointestinal complications among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
GLP-1 RAs may offer additional...
09/04/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Global Escalation of H pylori Antibiotic Resistance Spurs Call for Action
07/24/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Inconsistencies in reimbursement coverage, diagnostic tools available contribute to accessibility inequities for H pylori surveillance.
Inconsistencies in reimbursement coverage, diagnostic tools available contribute to accessibility inequities for H pylori surveillance.
Inconsistencies in reimbursement...
07/24/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Comparative Effectiveness of H Pylori Treatments
07/24/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Researchers noted that clinicians should consider patients’ histories of antibiotic use when treating H pylori.
Researchers noted that clinicians should consider patients’ histories of antibiotic use when treating H pylori.
Researchers noted that...
07/24/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Vonoprozan Compared to PPIs for Peptic Ulcer Rebleeding Prevention
10/18/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
stomach illustration
News
H pylori Eradication Assessed for Prevention of Gastric Cancer
09/18/2023
Rebecca Mashaw
Investigators sought to find out if eradicating Helicobacter pylori was associated with changes in the incidence of noncardia gastric adenocarcinoma.
Investigators sought to find out if eradicating Helicobacter pylori was associated with changes in the incidence of noncardia gastric adenocarcinoma.
Investigators sought to find out...
09/18/2023
Gastroenterology
FDA Alert
News
FDA Approves First Treatment for Pediatric Functional Constipation
06/20/2023
FDA has approved Linzess (linaclotide) capsules to treat functional constipation in pediatric patients 6 to 17 years of age.
FDA has approved Linzess (linaclotide) capsules to treat functional constipation in pediatric patients 6 to 17 years of age.
FDA has approved Linzess...
06/20/2023
Gastroenterology
Dr Azizullah Beran
Conference Coverage
Endoscopic Therapy Demonstrated Better Outcomes in Treating Bleeding PUDs with Adherent Clot
05/05/2023
Dr Azizullah Beran shed light on endoscopic vs conservative therapeutic approaches in managing bleeding peptic ulcer with adherent clots in his oral paper presentation at the 2022 ACG Annual Scientific Meeting.
Dr Azizullah Beran shed light on endoscopic vs conservative therapeutic approaches in managing bleeding peptic ulcer with adherent clots in his oral paper presentation at the 2022 ACG Annual Scientific Meeting.
Dr Azizullah Beran shed light on...
05/05/2023
Gastroenterology
News
H pylori Eradication Treatment May Reduce Gastric Cancer Risk
02/12/2022
The authors of a new study sought to determine whether H pylori eradication treatment reduces the risk of gastric cancer among those with a family history of gastric cancer in first-degree relatives.
The authors of a new study sought to determine whether H pylori eradication treatment reduces the risk of gastric cancer among those with a family history of gastric cancer in first-degree relatives.
The authors of a new study...
02/12/2022
Gastroenterology
News
Low FODMAP Diet Reduces Symptoms in Celiac Disease
02/04/2022
Short-term use of a low FODMAP diet should be considered in managing persistent symptoms in celiac disease, researchers say.
Short-term use of a low FODMAP diet should be considered in managing persistent symptoms in celiac disease, researchers say.
Short-term use of a low FODMAP...
02/04/2022
Gastroenterology
Research Review
New Meta-Analysis Highlights Burden of MASLD Among IBD Patients
02/03/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from...
02/03/2026
Gastroenterology
Emerging Therapies
EC Plus FOLFIRI Improves Response Rates in First-Line BRAF V600E–Mutant Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
For gastroenterologists treating mCRC, EC plus FOLFIRI offers a highly active first-line strategy for patients with BRAF V600E–mutant disease and may represent a new standard of care in this setting.
For gastroenterologists treating mCRC, EC plus FOLFIRI offers a highly active first-line strategy for patients with BRAF V600E–mutant disease and may represent a new standard of care in this setting.
For gastroenterologists treating...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Short Course Radiation and ctDNA for Rectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
In an abstract presented at the ASTRO meeting, investigators indicated that circulating tumor DNA may predict recurrence of rectal cancer following short-course radiation therapy.
In an abstract presented at the ASTRO meeting, investigators indicated that circulating tumor DNA may predict recurrence of rectal cancer following short-course radiation therapy.
In an abstract presented at the...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Cumulative Social Risk Linked to Poorer Survival in Stage III Colorectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A prospective cohort study found that each additional social risk factor significantly increased the likelihood of cancer-specific mortality among patients with advanced colorectal cancer.
A prospective cohort study found that each additional social risk factor significantly increased the likelihood of cancer-specific mortality among patients with advanced colorectal cancer.
A prospective cohort study found...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Persistent MASLD Greatly Increases Diabetes and Cardiovascular Risks, Study Finds
12/15/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A major cohort study links temporal changes in metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease status to markedly different risks for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular events, and mortality.
A major cohort study links temporal changes in metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease status to markedly different risks for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular events, and mortality.
A major cohort study links...
12/15/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Sex-Specific Risks Highlight MASLD Burden Across Women’s Lifespan
12/11/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A new review details how MASLD disproportionately affects women, with key risks linked to PCOS, menopause, and pregnancy.
A new review details how MASLD disproportionately affects women, with key risks linked to PCOS, menopause, and pregnancy.
A new review details how MASLD...
12/11/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Resmetirom Reduces Portal Hypertension Risk and Fibrosis Markers in MASH Cirrhosis at 2 Years
11/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
More than one-third of patients with confirmed F4 fibrosis at baseline demonstrated regression to F3 by year 2 of treatment with resmetirom for MASH cirrhosis.
More than one-third of patients with confirmed F4 fibrosis at baseline demonstrated regression to F3 by year 2 of treatment with resmetirom for MASH cirrhosis.
More than one-third of patients...
11/04/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Tirzepatide Bests Semaglutide in Reducing Cardiovascular Events and Mortality in Patients With MASLD/MASH
11/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Tirzepatide treatment was associated with lower risks of cardiovascular-related outcomes, all-cause mortality, and all-cause hospitalizations compared to semaglutide in a large real-world study, according to an abstract presented at the ACG...
Tirzepatide treatment was associated with lower risks of cardiovascular-related outcomes, all-cause mortality, and all-cause hospitalizations compared to semaglutide in a large real-world study, according to an abstract presented at the ACG...
Tirzepatide treatment was...
11/04/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
E-Cigarette Use and Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease: Findings from a National Cohort
10/27/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at...
10/27/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Liquid Biopsy Shows Potential in Cholangiocarcinoma Care
10/09/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A recent review highlights liquid biopsy’s emerging role in diagnosis and management of biliary tract cancers.
A recent review highlights liquid biopsy’s emerging role in diagnosis and management of biliary tract cancers.
A recent review highlights...
10/09/2025
Gastroenterology

Interactive

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Poll: Psychological Interventions in Eosinophilic GI Disorders
01/10/2020
Which psychological intervention do you most often recommend to patients with eosinophilic gastrointestinal tract disorders seen in your practice? Let us know by taking our poll!
Which psychological intervention do you most often recommend to patients with eosinophilic gastrointestinal tract disorders seen in your practice? Let us know by taking our poll!
Which psychological intervention...
01/10/2020
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Pop Quiz: Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome
12/30/2019
Do you know the potential complications of superior mesenteric artery syndrome? Take our short pop quiz to find out!
Do you know the potential complications of superior mesenteric artery syndrome? Take our short pop quiz to find out!
Do you know the potential...
12/30/2019
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Pop Quiz: Celiac Disease
12/19/2019
Do you know when an individual with celiac disease is at greater risk of developing another autoimmune disorder? Take our pop quiz to find out.
Do you know when an individual with celiac disease is at greater risk of developing another autoimmune disorder? Take our pop quiz to find out.
Do you know when an individual...
12/19/2019
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Pop Quiz: Trichobezoar With Rapunzel Syndrome
12/07/2019
Take our pop quiz to find out when the first case of Rapunzel syndrome was described.
Take our pop quiz to find out when the first case of Rapunzel syndrome was described.
Take our pop quiz to find out...
12/07/2019
Gastroenterology
Stomach
Quiz
Increased Risk of Cancer Among Patients With Celiac Disease
07/12/2011
A recent study revealed 1 clinical characteristic had the strongest association with an increased risk of cancer among celiac disease populations. Take our quiz to see if you know what that trait is!
A recent study revealed 1 clinical characteristic had the strongest association with an increased risk of cancer among celiac disease populations. Take our quiz to see if you know what that trait is!
A recent study revealed 1...
07/12/2011
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Diagnostic Complexity in Refractory GERD
08/07/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
What did researchers find in a recent study of patients with GERD and persistent reflux symptoms despite PPI therapy? Take our quick quiz to find out!
What did researchers find in a recent study of patients with GERD and persistent reflux symptoms despite PPI therapy? Take our quick quiz to find out!
What did researchers find in a...
08/07/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Terminal Ileal Resection and CRC Risk
08/07/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Is terminal ileum resection in patients with Crohn’s disease associated with colorectal cancer risk? See what recent research found by taking our quiz.
Is terminal ileum resection in patients with Crohn’s disease associated with colorectal cancer risk? See what recent research found by taking our quiz.
Is terminal ileum resection in...
08/07/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
DGBIs and GERD
08/07/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Is there any association between esophageal disorders of gut-brain interaction and refractory reflux symptoms? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
Is there any association between esophageal disorders of gut-brain interaction and refractory reflux symptoms? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
Is there any association between...
08/07/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Prevalence of Overlapping Esophageal DGBIs and GERD in Patients With Refractory Reflux
08/01/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A prospective study reveals that more than 70% of patients with proven gastroesophageal reflux disease and refractory symptoms also exhibit features of esophageal disorders of gut-brain interaction.
A prospective study reveals that more than 70% of patients with proven gastroesophageal reflux disease and refractory symptoms also exhibit features of esophageal disorders of gut-brain interaction.
A prospective study reveals that...
08/01/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
How Does Stool-Based CRC Surveillance Compare to Colonoscopy?
07/21/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
07/21/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
How Does CRC Affect Sexual Health in Women Over 40?
07/21/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
07/21/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
How Does CRC Affect Sexual Health in Women Under 40?
07/21/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
07/21/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
What Improves FIT Return Rates?
07/18/2025
The TEMPO trial investigated techniques to improve return rates for fecal immunochemical tests for colorectal cancer. Find out what worked best by taking our quick quiz!
The TEMPO trial investigated techniques to improve return rates for fecal immunochemical tests for colorectal cancer. Find out what worked best by taking our quick quiz!
The TEMPO trial investigated...
07/18/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Social Determinants of Health and MASLD/MASH
07/18/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Research has shown that several social determinants of health (SDOH) are associated with the prevalence of metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease. What has been identified as the most consistent associated SDOH?
Research has shown that several social determinants of health (SDOH) are associated with the prevalence of metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease. What has been identified as the most consistent associated SDOH?
Research has shown that several...
07/18/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
MASLD in 2050
07/18/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
The prevalence of metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is increasing. What will it be in the future? Take our quiz to find out.
The prevalence of metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is increasing. What will it be in the future? Take our quiz to find out.
The prevalence of...
07/18/2025
Gastroenterology

News

Conference Coverage
E-Cigarette Use and Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease: Findings from a National Cohort
10/27/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at...
10/27/2025
Gastroenterology
News
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Linked to Lower Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease in Patients with T2DM
09/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
GLP-1 RAs may offer additional protection against gastrointestinal complications among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
GLP-1 RAs may offer additional protection against gastrointestinal complications among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
GLP-1 RAs may offer additional...
09/04/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Global Escalation of H pylori Antibiotic Resistance Spurs Call for Action
07/24/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Inconsistencies in reimbursement coverage, diagnostic tools available contribute to accessibility inequities for H pylori surveillance.
Inconsistencies in reimbursement coverage, diagnostic tools available contribute to accessibility inequities for H pylori surveillance.
Inconsistencies in reimbursement...
07/24/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Comparative Effectiveness of H Pylori Treatments
07/24/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Researchers noted that clinicians should consider patients’ histories of antibiotic use when treating H pylori.
Researchers noted that clinicians should consider patients’ histories of antibiotic use when treating H pylori.
Researchers noted that...
07/24/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Vonoprozan Compared to PPIs for Peptic Ulcer Rebleeding Prevention
10/18/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
stomach illustration
News
H pylori Eradication Assessed for Prevention of Gastric Cancer
09/18/2023
Rebecca Mashaw
Investigators sought to find out if eradicating Helicobacter pylori was associated with changes in the incidence of noncardia gastric adenocarcinoma.
Investigators sought to find out if eradicating Helicobacter pylori was associated with changes in the incidence of noncardia gastric adenocarcinoma.
Investigators sought to find out...
09/18/2023
Gastroenterology
FDA Alert
News
FDA Approves First Treatment for Pediatric Functional Constipation
06/20/2023
FDA has approved Linzess (linaclotide) capsules to treat functional constipation in pediatric patients 6 to 17 years of age.
FDA has approved Linzess (linaclotide) capsules to treat functional constipation in pediatric patients 6 to 17 years of age.
FDA has approved Linzess...
06/20/2023
Gastroenterology
Dr Azizullah Beran
Conference Coverage
Endoscopic Therapy Demonstrated Better Outcomes in Treating Bleeding PUDs with Adherent Clot
05/05/2023
Dr Azizullah Beran shed light on endoscopic vs conservative therapeutic approaches in managing bleeding peptic ulcer with adherent clots in his oral paper presentation at the 2022 ACG Annual Scientific Meeting.
Dr Azizullah Beran shed light on endoscopic vs conservative therapeutic approaches in managing bleeding peptic ulcer with adherent clots in his oral paper presentation at the 2022 ACG Annual Scientific Meeting.
Dr Azizullah Beran shed light on...
05/05/2023
Gastroenterology
News
H pylori Eradication Treatment May Reduce Gastric Cancer Risk
02/12/2022
The authors of a new study sought to determine whether H pylori eradication treatment reduces the risk of gastric cancer among those with a family history of gastric cancer in first-degree relatives.
The authors of a new study sought to determine whether H pylori eradication treatment reduces the risk of gastric cancer among those with a family history of gastric cancer in first-degree relatives.
The authors of a new study...
02/12/2022
Gastroenterology
News
Low FODMAP Diet Reduces Symptoms in Celiac Disease
02/04/2022
Short-term use of a low FODMAP diet should be considered in managing persistent symptoms in celiac disease, researchers say.
Short-term use of a low FODMAP diet should be considered in managing persistent symptoms in celiac disease, researchers say.
Short-term use of a low FODMAP...
02/04/2022
Gastroenterology
Research Review
New Meta-Analysis Highlights Burden of MASLD Among IBD Patients
02/03/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from...
02/03/2026
Gastroenterology
Emerging Therapies
EC Plus FOLFIRI Improves Response Rates in First-Line BRAF V600E–Mutant Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
For gastroenterologists treating mCRC, EC plus FOLFIRI offers a highly active first-line strategy for patients with BRAF V600E–mutant disease and may represent a new standard of care in this setting.
For gastroenterologists treating mCRC, EC plus FOLFIRI offers a highly active first-line strategy for patients with BRAF V600E–mutant disease and may represent a new standard of care in this setting.
For gastroenterologists treating...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Short Course Radiation and ctDNA for Rectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
In an abstract presented at the ASTRO meeting, investigators indicated that circulating tumor DNA may predict recurrence of rectal cancer following short-course radiation therapy.
In an abstract presented at the ASTRO meeting, investigators indicated that circulating tumor DNA may predict recurrence of rectal cancer following short-course radiation therapy.
In an abstract presented at the...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Cumulative Social Risk Linked to Poorer Survival in Stage III Colorectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A prospective cohort study found that each additional social risk factor significantly increased the likelihood of cancer-specific mortality among patients with advanced colorectal cancer.
A prospective cohort study found that each additional social risk factor significantly increased the likelihood of cancer-specific mortality among patients with advanced colorectal cancer.
A prospective cohort study found...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Persistent MASLD Greatly Increases Diabetes and Cardiovascular Risks, Study Finds
12/15/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A major cohort study links temporal changes in metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease status to markedly different risks for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular events, and mortality.
A major cohort study links temporal changes in metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease status to markedly different risks for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular events, and mortality.
A major cohort study links...
12/15/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Sex-Specific Risks Highlight MASLD Burden Across Women’s Lifespan
12/11/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A new review details how MASLD disproportionately affects women, with key risks linked to PCOS, menopause, and pregnancy.
A new review details how MASLD disproportionately affects women, with key risks linked to PCOS, menopause, and pregnancy.
A new review details how MASLD...
12/11/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Resmetirom Reduces Portal Hypertension Risk and Fibrosis Markers in MASH Cirrhosis at 2 Years
11/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
More than one-third of patients with confirmed F4 fibrosis at baseline demonstrated regression to F3 by year 2 of treatment with resmetirom for MASH cirrhosis.
More than one-third of patients with confirmed F4 fibrosis at baseline demonstrated regression to F3 by year 2 of treatment with resmetirom for MASH cirrhosis.
More than one-third of patients...
11/04/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Tirzepatide Bests Semaglutide in Reducing Cardiovascular Events and Mortality in Patients With MASLD/MASH
11/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Tirzepatide treatment was associated with lower risks of cardiovascular-related outcomes, all-cause mortality, and all-cause hospitalizations compared to semaglutide in a large real-world study, according to an abstract presented at the ACG...
Tirzepatide treatment was associated with lower risks of cardiovascular-related outcomes, all-cause mortality, and all-cause hospitalizations compared to semaglutide in a large real-world study, according to an abstract presented at the ACG...
Tirzepatide treatment was...
11/04/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
E-Cigarette Use and Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease: Findings from a National Cohort
10/27/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at...
10/27/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Liquid Biopsy Shows Potential in Cholangiocarcinoma Care
10/09/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A recent review highlights liquid biopsy’s emerging role in diagnosis and management of biliary tract cancers.
A recent review highlights liquid biopsy’s emerging role in diagnosis and management of biliary tract cancers.
A recent review highlights...
10/09/2025
Gastroenterology

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