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Gastroenterology, March 2006
David A. Johnson, MD, FACG, FACP, provides clinical commentary for select feature articles. Highlights include risk factors for GI complications and use of gastroprotection for cardiovascular disease.
Impact on CRC Mortality of Screening Programs Based on FIT
Does a screening program based on the fecal immunochemical test reduce colorectal cancer-specific mortality?
Steroids vs Dietary Therapy to Treat Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Are steroids more effective than dietary therapy in the treatment of eosinophilic esophagitis? This new study investigates.
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
Is there new research into the best ways to diagnose and manage small intestinal bacterial overgrowth?
Helicobacter Pylori Infection and Current Clinical Areas of Contention
What is the connection between H. pylori and the development of other diseases?
Disease Course and Surgery Rates in IBD
Has the need for surgery in patients with IBD changed as more drug therapies have been introduced?
Understanding Acid Reflux Disease and its Treatment
Most of us experience heartburn on occasion, but those who suffer from chronic heartburn may have much more serious disease known as acid reflux disease or GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease). It is a condition that has become much more common with an increasing number of people showing up in the
Precore and Core Promoter Mutations in HBV Infection
What is the difference between precore mutations and core promoter mutations in HBV infection in terms of disease pattern and response to therapy? William F. Balistreri, MD, discusses the issue.
Acid Reflux Explained
Acid Reflux is an irritating, painful situation for almost every people. This condition can be very itchy and worrying.One of the most common indications is a burning sensation at the breastbone which escorts many to feel that they are tormenting a heart attack.Many with Acid Reflux can eradicate th
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Gastric Motility
Using dynamic imaging modalities, the pathophysiology of dyspepsia is becoming better understood.
Inflammatory Response in Patients With Ulcerative Colitis
What is the role of NADPH oxidase in primary intestinal epithelial cells in ulcerative colitis?
GERD and Acid Reflux in Infants and Children
Learn more from WebMD about acid reflux in infants and children, including causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
Early Life Environment and Natural History of IBD
Is there an established connection between early life environmental exposures and the development of IBD later in life? This new study describes.
A Home Run for Hepatitis C Treatment
Dr. William Balistreri describes the rapidly evolving landscape of hepatitis C treatment.
Home Remedies For Heartburn - Helping You Get Rid Of Heartburn And Acid Reflux
Effective Heartburn Remedies are ways to combat the most prevalent health condition globally called G.E.R.D, or acid reflux. Approximately 20% of the people experience acid reflux at least once a week reporting extreme discomfort and unpleasant feeling in the throat and chest.
Heartburn Foods to Avoid
Heartburn affects about 60 million Americans. That burning feeling that a sufferer gets in his chest might be so painful, he thinks that he is having a heart attack. Even though this condition is not life threatening, it can't be business as usual when it comes to your diet.
The Endoscopically Normal Colon: Is Biopsy Justifiable?
Is mapping biopsy necessary in an endoscopically normal colon? Under what circumstances should the procedure be done?