Esophageal bleeding disorders.

abstract：:Water-soluble vitamins are required as enzyme cofactors in a wide variety of metabolic reactions. Riboflavin, niacin, and vitamin C are essential in redox reactions; thiamine and biotin are involved in macronutrient metabolism; and folate, vitamin B12, pyridoxine, and riboflavin play important roles in the regulation ...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Halsted CH

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography is reserved primarily for therapeutic reasons. Recent literature continues to support therapeutic uses of the technique. This review addresses the literature in the field of biliary endoscopy for the year 2006 and is intended to assist gastroenterologists...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Wamsteker EJ

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A part of living in a new and exciting era for the biologic sciences and medicine, novel high throughput tools allow exploration of the human genome in an unprecedented manner. This "information revolution" is fueled by the study of genome-wide expression profiles for complex biologic and pathophysiologic conditions u...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Fernandez-Zapico ME,Callahan G,Delgado S,Urrutia R

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is becoming increasingly utilized as a form of health care, with recent studies suggesting that over 40% of Americans use some form of CAM. This has major financial implications for the health care industry. Traditional physicians frequently are unaware of CAM use by their ...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Haas L,McClain C,Varilek G

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The gastroduodenum has multiple means by which it resists injury from intrinsic and extrinsic factors, including gastric acid, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and Helicobacter pylori. We review recent insights into the mechanisms by which the gastroduodenum resists injury and discuss factors con...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Nayeb-Hashemi H,Kaunitz JD

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The 'Final Rule,' issued by the Health Resources and Service Administration in 2000, mandated that liver allocation policy should be based on disease severity and probability of death, and - among other factors - should be independent of a candidate's residence or listing. As a result, the Organ Procu...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Kalra A,Biggins SW

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Ambulatory reflux monitoring is typically performed when esophageal symptoms do not respond to usual antireflux medications, or prior to invasive antireflux therapy. Although pH-based metrics have been the standard in defining esophageal reflux burden, novel impedance parameters have been introduced i...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Hobbs P,Gyawali CP

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To summarize the advances in diagnostic modalities and management options for defecatory dysfunction and highlight the areas in need of further research. RECENT FINDINGS:The diagnostic utility of high-resolution anorectal manometry (ARM), which has emerged as a promising tool for the diagnosis of def...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Neshatian L

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to summarize recent advances in defining the clinical features, pathophysiology, natural history, and treatment of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. RECENT FINDINGS:Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is present in approximately 30% of the US population. A histologic gradin...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Greenfield V,Cheung O,Sanyal AJ

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To summarize the recent literature on endoscopic spray cryotherapy for the treatment of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer. RECENT FINDINGS:Endoscopic spray cryotherapy is a relatively new ablative modality for the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. Spray cryotherapy rapidly cools tissues...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Greenwald BD,Dumot JA

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advances in cellular and molecular biology of extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma and gallbladder adenocarcinoma are providing innovative means for the diagnosis and treatment of biliary tract cancer. Similarly, refinements in noninvasive studies--including helical computed tomography, magnetic resonance cholangiopancreat...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Abdalla EK,Vauthey JN

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of colorectal neoplasms can be characterized by an ordered series of events that are referred to as the dysplasia-carcinoma sequence. These histologic changes occur as a result of genetic alterations in proto-oncogenes and tumor-suppressor genes. This review emphasizes important studies characterizing ...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Shattuck-Brandt RL,DuBois RN

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:With recent advances in radiographic testing, there have been increases in the incidental identification of pancreatic cysts. Determining management, specifically, which cysts can be watched versus intervened upon has significant impact on at the patient-physician level as well as globally on resource...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Harrison JM,Castillo CF

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) was first described in the 1950s as a clinical syndrome of progressive cholestatic liver disease resulting from chronic inflammatory destruction of the intrahepatic bile ducts. In the 1980s, the autoimmune nature of the disease was appreciated with the discovery of dise...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Flores A,Mayo MJ

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Exciting new developments and applications of imaging techniques in pancreatic diseases have emerged. This review discusses these new advances and how they are improving our ability to diagnose malignancies and inflammatory lesions, to grade severity of pancreatitis, and to stage pancreatic cancer acc...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Kwon RS,Brugge WR

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Irritable bowel syndrome is a common and likely a multifactorial gastrointestinal disorder in which a disturbed brain-gut axis has been thought to have a mandatory role. Recent clinical and experimental studies imply that dietary factors may be more important in the pathogenesis of irritable bowel syn...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Kalliomäki MA

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of patients with unexplained chest pain is difficult and challenging. After a cardiac etiology has been ruled out, a diligent search for an esophageal etiology-gastroesophageal reflux disease, motility abnormalities, or esophageal hypersensitivity-should be undertaken with judicious use of a diagnostic (...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Katz PO

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Globally, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) remains a common and important clinical disorder. This review summarizes the major advances in the understanding and treatment of GERD that have been made in the past 12 months. Epidemiologic studies have yielded additional data on the clinical presentation and natural ...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Nguyen NQ,Holloway RH

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intensive investigation into the interactions of Helicobacter pylori with the human host during the period of this review has led to several important developments in our understanding of H. pylori pathogenesis. There is direct evidence to support a central role for bacterial adhesion to host gastric epithelial Lewis ...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Wilson KT,Fantry GT

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review recent literature (2009-2010) on acute nonvariceal upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage. RECENT FINDINGS:There is a decreasing trend in the incidence and hospitalization for acute nonvariceal upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage worldwide, with significant improvement in rebleeding and mortality....

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Chiu PW,Sung JJ

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of inflammatory bowel disease is a continually evolving area and a major focus of the current literature in gastroenterology. As further information is gained in the areas of etiology, pathophysiology, and natural history of the disease, new agents are developed, and management strategies are revised. Th...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Nash CL,Sutherland LR

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The importance of accurate polyp detection and removal is paramount to preventing colon cancer. Resection of large polyps can be challenging to the endoscopist based on their size, shape, or location. Large polyps have the potential of harboring malignancy and a higher risk of complications with resec...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Thirumurthi S,Raju GS

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To summarize recent data on techniques, efficacy and complications of endoscopic management of chronic pancreatitis. RECENT FINDINGS:Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy with or without endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography is the first-line treatment for large painful obstructive pancreati...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Talukdar R,Nageshwar Reddy D

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Conflicting reports in the literature have been misinterpreted by clinicians, who conclude that nutritional therapy for the hospitalized patient is of marginal value. The true benefit of such therapy is derived from the provision of early enteral nutrition. This article describes the physiologic respo...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： McClave SA,Omer E

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article provides an overview of advances in understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms and regulation of intestinal absorption processes of vitamins. The vitamins covered are the water-soluble vitamins folic acid, cobalamin (vitamin B12), biotin, pantothenic acid, and thiamine (vitamin B1) and the lipid-...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Said HM,Kumar C

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review important manuscripts published over the previous 2 years relative to sphincter of Oddi dysfunction (SOD). RECENT FINDINGS:The long-term outcomes of the Evaluating Predictors and Interventions of SOD (EPISOD) trial further substantiated results from the initial EPISOD study, reinforcing tha...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Hyun JJ,Kozarek RA

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Chronic liver disease (CLD) causes significant morbidity and mortality, mainly due to complications [hepatic encephalopathy, ascites, hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) and esophageal variceal hemorrhage (EVH)]. Studies of the complications, management and outcomes in patients with CLD over the last 18 months...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Rahimi RS,Rockey DC

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Endoscopic management of biliary disease remains at the forefront of minimally invasive means of providing therapy, as well as contributing important diagnostic information in complex clinical scenarios. The authors review recent advances and reported trials of therapy and revisit important controversial issues. The m...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Lew RJ,Kochman ML

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The introduction of novel molecular imaging modalities that can not only define disease states on the basis of structural changes and morphology, but also allow in-vivo visualization and characterization of molecular and biochemical alterations on a cellular level add a new dimension to our current di...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Atreya R,Neurath MF

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, the tissue damage results from an inappropriate or exaggerated immune response to antigens of the gut microflora. This review summarizes current knowledge regarding the role of immune-inflammatory mediators in the pathogenesis of inflammatory bowel disea...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Monteleone G,Fina D,Caruso R,Pallone F

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00