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News
09/18/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The dual mechanism of action and resistance profile of rifasutenizol mark it as a promising agent in the evolving landscape of H. pylori treatment.
The dual mechanism of action and resistance profile of rifasutenizol mark it as a promising agent in the evolving landscape of H. pylori treatment.
The dual mechanism of action and...
09/18/2025
Gastroenterology
News
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
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
05/06/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
New data show that tailoring antibiotic doses by body weight significantly improves H. pylori eradication in obese individuals, challenging the effectiveness of current fixed-dose regimens.
New data show that tailoring antibiotic doses by body weight significantly improves H. pylori eradication in obese individuals, challenging the effectiveness of current fixed-dose regimens.
New data show that tailoring...
05/06/2025
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI)...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
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
News
03/12/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Investigators find Helicobacter pylori can alter the gut microbiome—and may drive development of colonic tumors.
Investigators find Helicobacter pylori can alter the gut microbiome—and may drive development of colonic tumors.
Investigators find Helicobacter...
03/12/2024
Gastroenterology
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Podcast
11/24/2023
William D. Chey, MD; Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD
In this first of a two-part podcast on Helicobacter pylori, Drs Brian Lacy and William Chey discuss the prevalence of H pylori infection and how to best diagnose the condition.
In this first of a two-part podcast on Helicobacter pylori, Drs Brian Lacy and William Chey discuss the prevalence of H pylori infection and how to best diagnose the condition.
In this first of a two-part...
11/24/2023
Gastroenterology
News
10/19/2023
Rebecca Mashaw
A new meta-analysis indicates that Helicobacter pylori infection could reduce overall survival among patients receiving immunotherapy for cancer.
A new meta-analysis indicates that Helicobacter pylori infection could reduce overall survival among patients receiving immunotherapy for cancer.
A new meta-analysis indicates...
10/19/2023
Gastroenterology
News
10/10/2023
Rebecca Mashaw
Meta-analysis shows comparability to 3-drug regimens but more evidence is needed.
Meta-analysis shows comparability to 3-drug regimens but more evidence is needed.
Meta-analysis shows...
10/10/2023
Gastroenterology
News
09/25/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Eradication of H pylori infection might be an effective measure to reduce this risk.
Eradication of H pylori infection might be an effective measure to reduce this risk.
Eradication of H pylori...
09/25/2023
Gastroenterology

News

News
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
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
10/18/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI)...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
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
News
03/12/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Investigators find Helicobacter pylori can alter the gut microbiome—and may drive development of colonic tumors.
Investigators find Helicobacter pylori can alter the gut microbiome—and may drive development of colonic tumors.
Investigators find Helicobacter...
03/12/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/19/2023
Rebecca Mashaw
A new meta-analysis indicates that Helicobacter pylori infection could reduce overall survival among patients receiving immunotherapy for cancer.
A new meta-analysis indicates that Helicobacter pylori infection could reduce overall survival among patients receiving immunotherapy for cancer.
A new meta-analysis indicates...
10/19/2023
Gastroenterology
News
10/10/2023
Rebecca Mashaw
Meta-analysis shows comparability to 3-drug regimens but more evidence is needed.
Meta-analysis shows comparability to 3-drug regimens but more evidence is needed.
Meta-analysis shows...
10/10/2023
Gastroenterology
News
09/25/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Eradication of H pylori infection might be an effective measure to reduce this risk.
Eradication of H pylori infection might be an effective measure to reduce this risk.
Eradication of H pylori...
09/25/2023
Gastroenterology
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News
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
News
09/13/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
How do humans contract Helicobacter pylori? A research team set out to map the routes to infection.
How do humans contract Helicobacter pylori? A research team set out to map the routes to infection.
How do humans contract...
09/13/2023
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
09/15/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Robust pooled data highlight markedly increased hepatocellular carcinoma risk among MASLD patients with advanced fibrosis.
Robust pooled data highlight markedly increased hepatocellular carcinoma risk among MASLD patients with advanced fibrosis.
Robust pooled data highlight...
09/15/2025
Gastroenterology
FDA Alert
09/15/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Intercept Pharmaceuticals will voluntarily withdraw its obeticholic acid product, Ocaliva, from the US market for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis.
Intercept Pharmaceuticals will voluntarily withdraw its obeticholic acid product, Ocaliva, from the US market for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis.
Intercept Pharmaceuticals will...
09/15/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
09/05/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
The 10-year results from the NordICC study may underestimate the mortality benefits of screening colonoscopy due to inadequate follow-up time.
The 10-year results from the NordICC study may underestimate the mortality benefits of screening colonoscopy due to inadequate follow-up time.
The 10-year results from the...
09/05/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
09/05/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
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...
09/05/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
09/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The key takeaway for clinicians is the importance of recognizing fatty pancreas disease as more than an incidental imaging finding.
The key takeaway for clinicians is the importance of recognizing fatty pancreas disease as more than an incidental imaging finding.
The key takeaway for clinicians...
09/04/2025
Gastroenterology
News
09/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Across three large prospective cohorts, hypertension was consistently associated with worse liver-related and systemic outcomes.
Across three large prospective cohorts, hypertension was consistently associated with worse liver-related and systemic outcomes.
Across three large prospective...
09/04/2025
Gastroenterology
News
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
FDA alert
FDA Alert
08/21/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
The first pharmacologic option authorized by the agency for MASH with moderate to severe fibrosis addresses a growing public health challenge.
The first pharmacologic option authorized by the agency for MASH with moderate to severe fibrosis addresses a growing public health challenge.
The first pharmacologic option...
08/21/2025
Gastroenterology
News
08/12/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Despite significant advances in colorectal cancer screening and treatment, systemic inequities continue to drive higher incidence and mortality rates among Black Americans compared with White individuals, according to a recent review.
Despite significant advances in colorectal cancer screening and treatment, systemic inequities continue to drive higher incidence and mortality rates among Black Americans compared with White individuals, according to a recent review.
Despite significant advances in...
08/12/2025
Gastroenterology
News
08/08/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Despite national declines in colorectal cancer deaths, a 20-year study finds Black men and residents of Southern and Midwestern states continue to face disproportionately high mortality rates.
Despite national declines in colorectal cancer deaths, a 20-year study finds Black men and residents of Southern and Midwestern states continue to face disproportionately high mortality rates.
Despite national declines in...
08/08/2025
Gastroenterology

Interactive Features

Quiz
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
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
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
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
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
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
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

Podcasts

Gut Check logo
Podcast
11/24/2023
William D. Chey, MD; Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD
In this first of a two-part podcast on Helicobacter pylori, Drs Brian Lacy and William Chey discuss the prevalence of H pylori infection and how to best diagnose the condition.
In this first of a two-part podcast on Helicobacter pylori, Drs Brian Lacy and William Chey discuss the prevalence of H pylori infection and how to best diagnose the condition.
In this first of a two-part...
11/24/2023
Gastroenterology
Gut Check logo
Podcast
07/25/2023
In part 2 of their podcast on Helicobacter pylori, Drs William Chey and Brian Lacy talk about the risks of untreated disease and the various types of treatment available.
In part 2 of their podcast on Helicobacter pylori, Drs William Chey and Brian Lacy talk about the risks of untreated disease and the various types of treatment available.
In part 2 of their podcast on...
07/25/2023
Gastroenterology
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Podcast
11/18/2021
Discover the importance of acid suppression in H. pylori treatment with hosts Dr Michael Vaezi, professor of medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Dr David Peura, professor emeritus at the University of Virginia School of...
Discover the importance of acid suppression in H. pylori treatment with hosts Dr Michael Vaezi, professor of medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Dr David Peura, professor emeritus at the University of Virginia School of...
Discover the importance of acid...
11/18/2021
Gastroenterology
Gut Check logo
Podcast
08/06/2025
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD
Dr Ken DeVault of Mayo Clinic-Florida provides an in-depth look at the diagnosis and treatment of achalasia with Gut Check host Dr Brian Lacy.
Dr Ken DeVault of Mayo Clinic-Florida provides an in-depth look at the diagnosis and treatment of achalasia with Gut Check host Dr Brian Lacy.
Dr Ken DeVault of Mayo...
08/06/2025
Gastroenterology
Gut Check logo
Podcast
06/27/2025
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Kyle Staller, MD
The newest Gut Check podcast features Drs Brian Lacy and Kyle Staller discussing the types, causes, and treatments for both occasional and chronic constipation.
The newest Gut Check podcast features Drs Brian Lacy and Kyle Staller discussing the types, causes, and treatments for both occasional and chronic constipation.
The newest Gut Check podcast...
06/27/2025
Gastroenterology
Gut Check logo
Podcast
05/28/2025
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Micheal Tadros, MD
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Micheal Tadros in a discussion of the increasing use of glucagon-like receptor 1 agonists and how use of these drugs can affect the gastro intestinal system for positively and negatively.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Micheal Tadros in a discussion of the increasing use of glucagon-like receptor 1 agonists and how use of these drugs can affect the gastro intestinal system for positively and negatively.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Micheal...
05/28/2025
Gastroenterology
Gut Check logo
Podcast
04/18/2025
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Laurie Keefer
Dr Laurie Keefer joins Dr Brian Lacy to discuss brain-gut behavioral therapies, including hypnotherapy, and how they can help patients effectively cope with the chronic symptoms of digestive disorders as well as depression and anxiety.
Dr Laurie Keefer joins Dr Brian Lacy to discuss brain-gut behavioral therapies, including hypnotherapy, and how they can help patients effectively cope with the chronic symptoms of digestive disorders as well as depression and anxiety.
Dr Laurie Keefer joins Dr Brian...
04/18/2025
Gastroenterology
Gut Check logo
Podcast
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
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Podcast
02/04/2025
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD
Host Brian Lacy, MD, is joined by Dr Michael Wallace to discuss the present and future applications of artificial intelligence in the practice of gastroenterology.
Host Brian Lacy, MD, is joined by Dr Michael Wallace to discuss the present and future applications of artificial intelligence in the practice of gastroenterology.
Host Brian Lacy, MD, is joined...
02/04/2025
Gastroenterology
Gut Check logo
Podcast
01/06/2025
Carl V. Crawford, MD; Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Carl Crawford of Weill Cornell to provide a comprehensive of the causes, risks, and treatment of Clostridioides difficile infection.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Carl Crawford of Weill Cornell to provide a comprehensive of the causes, risks, and treatment of Clostridioides difficile infection.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Carl...
01/06/2025
Gastroenterology
Gut Check logo
Podcast
10/11/2024
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD
Host Brian Lacy, MD, reviews the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic constipation with Dr Satish Rao.
Host Brian Lacy, MD, reviews the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic constipation with Dr Satish Rao.
Host Brian Lacy, MD, reviews the...
10/11/2024
Gastroenterology
Freddy Caldera
Podcast
10/11/2024
Freddy Caldera
Dr Caldera, from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine, provides an overview of the risks of respiratory syncytial virus to older adults, including patients with IBD, and the importance of ensuring patients receive this vaccine along...
Dr Caldera, from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine, provides an overview of the risks of respiratory syncytial virus to older adults, including patients with IBD, and the importance of ensuring patients receive this vaccine along...
Dr Caldera, from the University...
10/11/2024
Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease Network
Rena Yadlapati
Podcast
09/11/2024
Rena Yadlapati, MD; Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD
Host Brian Lacy, MD, talks with Dr Rena Yadlapati about determining which patients may need antireflux surgery, types of surgical approaches, and possible complications.
Host Brian Lacy, MD, talks with Dr Rena Yadlapati about determining which patients may need antireflux surgery, types of surgical approaches, and possible complications.
Host Brian Lacy, MD, talks with...
09/11/2024
Gastroenterology