Inherited metabolic disease.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Knowledge on and understanding of the pathophysiology of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is continuously growing. Important insights from the last years are summarized in this review. RECENT FINDINGS:Further genetic risk factors for IBD have been identified and confirmed. Novel studies analyzing the...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Scharl M,Rogler G

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The human gut is the natural habitat for a large and dynamic bacterial community. There is a substantial body of evidence implicating the resident flora in the pathogenesis of chronic intestinal inflammation. This review discusses the possible role of a microbial imbalance in the pathophysiology of in...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Guarner F

更新日期：2005-07-01 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:To summarize publications on juvenile primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) published over the past 5 years. These studies contribute to the understanding of the clinical features, diagnostic pathways, genetic aspects, treatment and outcome of this condition. RECENT FINDINGS:Sclerosing cholangitis wit...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Mieli-Vergani G,Vergani D

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Therapeutic biliary endoscopy continues to evolve. Key articles this year primarily involve biliary stenting and biliary stone removal, the two important maneuvers available to the biliary endoscopist. The issues addressed in this review include follow-up after the use of multiple stents for benign strictures, unilate...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Barnett JL

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Even though recent accumulated data can help to understand fundamental molecular mechanisms of progression of cholangiocarcinoma (CCA), its incidence and mortality still keep increasing worldwide with poor prognosis. As appropriate animal disease models are critical to fill the gap between the finding...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Ko KS,Peng J,Yang H

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Availability of direct acting antivirals (DAAs) that demonstrate remarkable clinical efficacy and safety has revolutionized the ability to treat chronic infection with hepatitis C virus (HCV). An equal measure of clinical success has now been achieved in persons coinfected with HCV and the HIV, a hist...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Meissner EG

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of small bowel transplantation has long been hindered by the immunological and infectious barriers peculiar to the small bowel. Gradual progress has been achieved during the past decade with the use of tacrolimus and the availability of better anti-infection prophylaxis. The current status of small bow...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Prasad KR,Pollard SG

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To outline the recommended course of action when a subepithelial lesion is encountered during upper endoscopy. It will focus on the endoscopic and endosonographic features common to gastrointestinal stromal tumors, and the optimal tests performed to confirm the diagnosis of a gastrointestinal stromal ...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Rodriguez SA,Faigel DO

更新日期：2007-09-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Research in celiac disease is unraveling new findings at a high rate, and major advances seem to occur in all areas such as genetics, environmental factor, pathophysiology, and even prospective therapeutic implications. RECENT FINDINGS:New insight is being gained into the interplay between genetic an...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Guandalini S,Setty M

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Cytokines of the intestinal microenvironment largely dictate immunological responses after mucosal insults and the dominance of homeostatic or proinflammatory pathways. This review presents important recent studies on the role of specific cytokines in the pathogenesis of intestinal inflammation. RECE...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Bamias G,Cominelli F

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this brief review is to provide an up-to-date view of the role played by α-smooth muscle actin-positive cancer-associated fibroblastic cells in promoting intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma progression. RECENT FINDINGS:An increase in α-smooth muscle actin-positive cancer-associated fibroblasti...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Sirica AE,Campbell DJ,Dumur CI

更新日期：2011-05-01 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:This article highlights recent advances in viral hepatitis published from December 2003 to November 2004. Studies reporting novel and clinically relevant findings were selected after a PubMed search. The aim is to provide an up-to-date summary of important developments in viral hepatitis. RECENT FIND...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Fung SK,Lok AS

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this article is to highlight literature published during the last year in the context of previous knowledge. RECENT FINDINGS:A number of novel techniques - high-resolution manometry, esophageal electrical impedance and intra-luminal ultrasound imaging - have improved our understanding of e...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Dogan I,Mittal RK

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The goal is to review the most recent literature about biosimilars in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), with emphasis on controversial regulatory issues. RECENT FINDINGS:Although biosimilars have been in use in Europe since 2005, the recent approval of CT-P13 (Remsima, Inflectra), a biosimilar of the...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Gomollón F

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Most colorectal cancers (CRCs) have deletions, duplications, and rearrangements of their chromosomes that reflect a destabilizing process called chromosomal instability (CIN). The cause of CIN is controversial, but no intrinsic mutation in cancer cells has been reported that can reasonably account for...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Niv Y,Goel A,Boland CR

更新日期：2005-01-01 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：: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：: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: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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To critically appraise evidence on probiotic use for prevention and treatment of diarrhea in children and adults. RECENT FINDINGS:Several randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses suggested that probiotics are effective in primary and secondary prevention of gastroenteritis and its treatment. Se...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Guarino A,Lo Vecchio A,Canani RB

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review summarizes the last year's literature regarding the regulation and measurement of gastric exocrine and endocrine secretion. RECENT FINDINGS:Parietal cells, distributed along much of the length of the oxyntic glands, with highest density in the neck and base, secrete HCl as well as transfo...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Schubert ML

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The most relevant studies concerning the diagnosis of esophageal varices, primary and secondary prophylaxis and treatment of variceal bleeding published in the last year are reported. RECENT FINDINGS:The specific areas reviewed are those that refer to studies on the noninvasive or minimally invasive ...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： de Franchis R,Dell'Era A

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Increasing antimicrobial resistance in Salmonella Typhi is a serious public health concern, especially in industrializing countries. Here we review recent clinical and laboratory data concerning the evolution of antimicrobial resistance, with particular reference to the emergence resistance against fl...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Karkey A,Thwaites GE,Baker S

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Prevention of colorectal cancer relies on the detection and removal of colorectal neoplasia. Recent advances in mucosal imaging and inspection techniques have increased the detection of small and diminutive colorectal polyps with unknown clinical impact. The ability to accurately predict whether a pol...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Coe SG,Wallace MB

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is a rare autoimmune liver disease that increasingly is diagnosed at early stages of disease. Although survival has improved, a majority suffers from one or more symptom complexes associated with PBC. Much remains unknown about the mechanisms, significance, or effecti...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Kuo A,Kuo A,Bowlus CL

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intestinal parasites continue to be a significant health problem in both developed and developing countries. In developed countries, protozoans are more commonly the cause of gastrointestinal infections than are helminths. Some protozoan parasites have stages in which, in addition to being resistant to chemicals used ...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Harp JA

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The neurohormonal control of pancreatic exocrine secretion is a complex interaction of multiple pathways involving a large number of gut hormones, neurotransmitters, and neuropeptides. Recent studies have elucidated a role for cholecystokinin in the regulation of bicarbonate and fluid secretion from pancreatic duct ce...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Nathan JD,Liddle RA

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00