Gastroenterology
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Treatment-resistant GERD reported by more than half of patients
SAN DIEGO – Research is needed into the high rates of PPI-refractory GERD.
Conference Coverage
PPI metabolism may be altered in about one-third of bariatric surgery candidates
SAN DIEGO – Formation of all late marginal ulcers occurred within the control group.
Conference Coverage
Study identifies predictors of bariatric surgery attrition
BALTIMORE – Even in a universal health care system, clear disparities exist among patient populations having bariatric surgery.
News
Infections within first year of life predicted IBD
The correlation was strongest for onset by age 10 years.
Conference Coverage
Type 2 diabetes remission: Reducing excess fat in the liver might be the key
LOS ANGELES – ...
Conference Coverage
Appendectomy linked to increased risk of subsequent Parkinson’s
The findings give pause to the notion of performing discretionary appendectomies in patients who are having surgery for another reason.
Article
Gut microbiota and its implications for psychiatry: A review of 3 studies
The “human microbiota” describes all microorganisms within the human body, including bacteria, viruses, and eukaryotes.
FDA/CDC
Mavyret approved for children with any HCV genotype
Mavyret (glecaprevir and pibrentasvir) tablets are the first means of treating any of six identified genotypes of HCV in children.
Conference Coverage
Anxiety can impact patient satisfaction after GERD surgery
Patients on antianxiety drugs have lower satisfaction rates after laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication.
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Research coalition issues plan for curing hepatitis B virus
VIENNA – More than 250 million people have hepatitis B virus infection, and no cure exists. Researchers published a strategy to fix this.