IBD & Intestinal Disorders
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NAFLD linked to worse outcomes in IBD
New nationwide analysis suggests involvement of nonmetabolic factors.
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Racial, social inequities persist in IBD
Three in four patients are White, but there is growing appreciation of the diversity of the population and the need for equity in care.
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COVID-19 risks linked to medications in IBD
Some drugs may lead to worse outcomes, though infection rates appear similar.
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AGA publishes recommendations for managing IBD in elderly patients
Care of elderly IBD patients poses unique challenges with respect to diagnosis and therapeutic decision-making.
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Histologic remission fails to be related to UC relapse
Relapse times in ulcerative colitis patients were similar regardless of histologic status in a retrospective study.
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Rapid relief of opioid-induced constipation with MNTX
Subcutaneously administered, peripherally acting mu-opioid receptor antagonist, relieves opioid-induced constipation in both chronic, noncancer-...
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Life expectancy gap persists for IBD patients
Potential contributors to reduced life expectancy include increased inflammation, as well as impact of pain
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Black patients less likely to receive H. pylori eradication testing
This disparity may exacerbate the already increased burden of H. pylori infection and gastric cancer among Black individuals.
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C. difficile linked to surgery risk in pediatric Crohn’s
Patients who tested positive for Clostridoides difficile in the first year after diagnosis were more likely to go in for colectomy.
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Real-world safety, efficacy found for fecal transplants
The study didn't yield any findings on indications other than Clostridioides difficile. "In no way, shape, or form does it mean you can use it for...