Gastroenterology

A review article in the April 2015 issue of Gastroenterology looks at the effects of Helicobacter pylori infection and challenges to and benefits of its eradication.

A study in the February issue of Gastroenterology looked at mucosal impedance (MI) patterns in patients with GERD and common nonreflux conditions, to assess MI patterns before and after treatment with proton pump inhibitors and to compare performance.

A review article in the January issue of Gastroenterology summarizes recent findings and highlights emerging trends in the gut–liver axis relevant to alcoholic liver disease. Dr. Kuemmerle interviews author Dr. Gyongyi Szabo

A review article in the December issue of Gastroenterology looks at current options and new advances in management of eosinophilic esophagitis. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with the co-author of this review, Dr. Evan Dellon.

A study in the November issue of Gastroenterology shows results of a controlled randomized trial to compare the efficacy of repeated fecal immunochemical tests (FITs) and colonoscopy in detecting advanced neoplasia in family members of patients w/ CRC.

A study in the October issue of Gastroenterology estimates the risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding during concomitant use of nonselective (ns)NSAIDs, cyclooxygenase -2 selective inhibitors (COX-2 inhibitors), and low-dose aspirin with other drugs.

A study in the September issue of Gastroenterology evaluated the effects of vedolizumab induction therapy for patients with Crohn's disease for whom tumor necrosis factor (TNF) antagonists have already failed. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with Dr. Bruce E. Sands

Two related studies in the August issue of Gastroeneterology discuss factors that could affect colorectal cancer screening strategies, including age, sex, race, ethnicity, and whether or not repeat colonoscopy is advisable within ten years.

A study in the July issue of Gastroenterology sheds new light on adverse outcomes associated with drug-induced liver injury. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with author Dr. Robert J. Fontana

An editorial in the June issue of Gastroenterology discusses recent findings that could help physicians and patients manage celiac disease beyond a gluten-free diet. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with author Dr. Sheila Crowe.