Review article: the treatment of hepatitis C virus recurrence after liver transplantation.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effect of anti-viral treatment on downstream costs for hepatitis C virus (HCV)-infected patients is unknown. AIM:To evaluate follow-up costs in patients with chronic HCV, stratified by liver disease severity. METHODS:Using a US private insurance database, mean all-cause per-patient-per-month (PPPM) US ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Gordon SC,Hamzeh FM,Pockros PJ,Hoop RS,Buikema AR,Korner EJ,Terrault NA

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Local delivery of therapeutic agents to the stomach may be a useful strategy in the treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection. We aimed to see whether the intragastric distribution and gastric retention of a therapeutic agent could be improved, either by giving omeprazole or by dosing after a meal. METHODS...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Atherton JC,Washington N,Bracewell MA,Sutton LJ,Greaves JL,Perkins AC,Hawkey CJ,Spiller RC

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Triple therapy based upon omeprazole, amoxycillin and clarithromycin for 7 days is the reference treatment used in France for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori. However, optimal dosages of omeprazole and clarithromycin have not been determined. AIMS:To compare four eradication regimens using this treat...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Bigard MA,Delchier JC,Riachi G,Thibault P,Barthelemy P

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prebiotics have been shown to reduce abdominal symptoms in patients with functional gut disorders, despite that they are fermented by colonic bacteria and may induce gas-related symptoms. AIM:To investigate changes in the metabolic activity of gut microbiota induced by a recognised prebiotic. METHODS:Healt...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Mego M,Manichanh C,Accarino A,Campos D,Pozuelo M,Varela E,Vulevic J,Tzortzis G,Gibson G,Guarner F,Azpiroz F

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Consensus Conference on Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS) organized by the International Ascites Club in 1994 redefined HRS, introduced new diagnostic criteria that are now widely accepted, and proposed the distinction between two types of HRS: type 1 and type 2. Before the introduction of the new therapeutic options, th...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Angeli P

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The presence of the gastric pathogen, Helicobacter pylori influences acid suppression by proton pump inhibitors and treatment outcome in patients with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. AIM:To determine the influence of H. pylori infection on effectiveness of rabeprazole in primary and secondary care patien...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Wit NJ,Boer WA,Geldof H,Hazelhoff B,Bergmans P,Tytgat GN,Smout AJ

更新日期：2004-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：:In a Swedish double-blind multicentre study, omeprazole (30 mg o.m.) was compared with the H2-receptor antagonist cimetidine (400 mg b.d.) in 152 patients. Clinical assessments and laboratory investigations were carried out at 2 and 4 weeks, and again at 6 weeks in unhealed patients. Endoscopy was performed at 2 weeks...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Dahlgren S,Domellöf L,Hradsky M,Norryd C,Brunkwall J,Svensson G,Svensson JO,Karlsson J,Knutson U,Gasslander T

更新日期：1988-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The herbal treatment with myrrh, dry extract of chamomile flowers and coffee charcoal has anti-inflammatory and antidiarrhoeal potential and might benefit patients with UC. Aminosalicylates are used as standard treatment for maintaining remission in ulcerative colitis (UC). AIM:To compare the efficacy of th...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Langhorst J,Varnhagen I,Schneider SB,Albrecht U,Rueffer A,Stange R,Michalsen A,Dobos GJ

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of coeliac disease (CD) may be increased in individuals with dyspepsia, but evidence is conflicting. AIMS:To conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies reporting prevalence of CD in dyspepsia. METHODS:MEDLINE, EMBASE, and CINAHL were searched up to February 2009. Case series an...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Ford AC,Ching E,Moayyedi P

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The detrimental effect of smoking on development and progression of Crohn's disease (CD) is generally accepted. AIM:To evaluate the awareness of smoking risks in a Belgian inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) population. METHODS:In the out-patient clinic of a tertiary referral centre, 625 consecutive patients ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： De Bie C,Ballet V,Hendriks N,Coenen S,Weyts E,Van Assche G,Vermeire S,Ferrante M

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In a previous study, the use of a citric acid test meal produced a rapid dose-dependent increase in urease activity that was significantly greater than that resulting from a pudding meal, ascorbic acid or sodium citrate. The mechanism was hypothesized to be related to the ability of citric acid to delay gast...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Shiotani A,Saeed A,Yamaoka Y,Osato MS,Klein PD,Graham DY

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Liver transplantation (LT) offers a possible cure for carefully selected patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Studies report that preoperative alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) is a prognostic indicator that can predict survival and recurrence in these patients. AIM:To undertake a systematic review of availa...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Hakeem AR,Young RS,Marangoni G,Lodge JP,Prasad KR

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess the pathophysiology and treatment of neurogenic dysphagia. METHODS:46 patients with brain damage, 46 with neurodegenerative diseases and eight healthy volunteers were studied by videofluoroscopy while swallowing 3-20 mL liquid (20.4 mPa s), nectar (274.4 mPa s) and pudding (3931.2 mPa s) boluses. RESULT...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Clavé P,de Kraa M,Arreola V,Girvent M,Farré R,Palomera E,Serra-Prat M

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Following a nil per os (NPO) regimen, most patients with acute pancreatitis (AP) can resume normal oral intake within 1 week. If not tolerated, it is recommended to initiate artificial feeding, preferably by the enteral route. AIM:To evaluate the nutritional management of patients with AP in a Dutch cohort ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Spanier BW,Mathus-Vliegen EM,Tuynman HA,Van der Hulst RW,Dijkgraaf MG,Bruno MJ,EARL Study Group.

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tegaserod, a 5-hydroxytryptamine-4 receptor agonist, enhances gastric emptying, but its effects on proximal stomach function have not been studied. AIM:To study the effect of tegaserod on gastric compliance, accommodation and perception of distension in humans. METHODS:Nineteen healthy volunteers (10 femal...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Tack J,Vos R,Janssens J,Salter J,Jauffret S,Vandeplassche G

更新日期：2003-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the Helicobacter pylori stool antigen (HpSA) test in the assessment of H. pylori infection and the effect of omeprazole treatment on its accuracy. METHODS:Study 1: 140 dyspeptic patients were enrolled in the study and defined as H. pylori positive if histology and rapid urease test, or culture alone we...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Manes G,Balzano A,Iaquinto G,Ricci C,Piccirillo MM,Giardullo N,Todisco A,Lioniello M,Vaira D

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Irritable bowel syndrome is characterised by chronic abdominal pain and frequent comorbid anxiety. The substance P ⁄ neurokinin-1 receptor system is implicated in the regulation of both pain and anxiety, suggesting a potential therapeutic target in IBS. AIM:To determine whether inhibition of the neurokinin-...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Tillisch K,Labus J,Nam B,Bueller J,Smith S,Suyenobu B,Siffert J,McKelvy J,Naliboff B,Mayer E

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Occult biliary stones escape detection on conventional investigations, and clinico-biochemical systems proposed for predicting biliary pancreatitis has low predictive values. AIM:To evaluate the accuracy of clinico-biochemical parameters for prediction of biliary pancreatitis in patients undergoing endoscop...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Liu CL,Fan ST,Lo CM,Tso WK,Wong Y,Poon RT,Lam CM,Wong BC,Wong J

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Some patients requiring acid suppression may be unable to take oral medications. AIM:To compare the gastric acid inhibition effects of lansoprazole 30 mg administered either intravenous or orally in erosive oesophagitis patients. METHODS:The study included 87 Helicobacter pylori-negative patients with eros...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Kovacs TO,Lee CQ,Chiu YL,Pilmer BL,Metz DC

更新日期：2004-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Allergy and immune dysregulation may have a role in the pathophysiology of recurrent abdominal pain of functional origin, but previous studies of allergy-related diseases and abdominal pain have contradictory results. AIM:To examine the association between allergy-related diseases or sensitisation during ch...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Olén O,Neuman Å,Koopmann B,Ludvigsson JF,Ballardini N,Westman M,Melén E,Kull I,Simrén M,Bergström A

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In behavioural economics, a 'nudge' describes configuration of a choice to encourage a certain action without taking away freedom of choice. AIM:To determine the impact of a 'nudge' strategy - prefilling either 3mL or 5mL syringes with midazolam - on endoscopic sedation practice. METHODS:Consecutive patien...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Harewood GC,Clancy K,Engela J,Abdulrahim M,Lohan K,O'Reilly C

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Grey Zone (GZ) is an ill-defined situation including patients falling between inactive carrier (IC) state and HBeAg-negative chronic hepatitis B (HBeAg-negative CHB). AIMS:To assess the long-term outcomes of GZ patients compared to IC in the absence of treatment. METHODS:Retrospective analysis of 287 IC an...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Bonacci M,Lens S,Mariño Z,Londoño MC,Rodríguez-Tajes S,Mas A,García-López M,Pérez-Del-Pulgar S,Sánchez-Tapias JM,Forns X

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Drug toxicity is a well-known cause of acute pancreatitis (AP). Although many drugs have been associated with AP, the magnitude of the risk of most of them remains largely unknown. AIM:To determine the pancreatotoxic risk of a wide range of drugs. METHODS:The hospital-based Berlin case-control surveillance...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Douros A,Bronder E,Andersohn F,Klimpel A,Thomae M,Ockenga J,Kreutz R,Garbe E

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Refractory sprue with malabsorption carries a risk of lymphoma. AIM:To examine whether a good clinical but poor histological response during a strict gluten-free diet predicts a poor outcome. METHODS:The study involved all coeliac patients who showed no histological recovery within 2 years on a strict glut...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Kaukinen K,Peräaho M,Lindfors K,Partanen J,Woolley N,Pikkarainen P,Karvonen AL,Laasanen T,Sievänen H,Mäki M,Collin P

更新日期：2007-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Malnutrition and jaundice are independent prognostic factors in cirrhosis. AIM:To assess the impact of enteral nutrition on the survival of alcoholic cirrhotic patients with jaundice but without acute alcoholic hepatitis. METHODS:The study was a multicentre prospective randomised controlled trial comparing...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Dupont B,Dao T,Joubert C,Dupont-Lucas C,Gloro R,Nguyen-Khac E,Beaujard E,Mathurin P,Vastel E,Musikas M,Ollivier I,Piquet MA

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epidemiological studies of microscopic colitis have shown varying but increasing incidence rates. AIM:To assess the incidence of microscopic colitis in Sweden. METHODS:Nationwide cohort study performed in 1995-2015 based on biopsy reports. Age-specific and age-standardised incidence rates were calculated. ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Bergman D,Clements MS,Khalili H,Agréus L,Hultcrantz R,Ludvigsson JF

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Helicobacter pylori infection may persist after both first- and second-line current treatments. AIM:To assess the efficacy of a third-line, culture-guided treatment approach for the eradication of H. pylori. METHODS:Patterns of resistance were analysed in H. pylori isolates from 94 consecutive patients in ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Cammarota G,Martino A,Pirozzi G,Cianci R,Branca G,Nista EC,Cazzato A,Cannizzaro O,Miele L,Grieco A,Gasbarrini A,Gasbarrini G

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Substance P acting via the neurokinin-1 receptor is involved in the development of hyperalgesia, although studies using neurokinin-1 receptor antagonists (NK-1RA) in human somatic pain have been disappointing. AIM:To evaluate whether Substance P is involved in the development of human visceral pain/hyperalg...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Willert RP,Hobson AR,Delaney C,Hicks KJ,Dewit OE,Aziz Q

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In vitro studies have shown that pH is an important determinant of mucus structure and function, but the relationship in vivo is unclear. Omeprazole increases intragastric pH and also allows bacterial overgrowth. In this study we have assessed the effect of omeprazole on gastric juice viscosity and examined ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Goddard AF,Spiller RC

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a double-blind randomized study, the profile of 24-h intragastric acidity and nocturnal gastric secretion was measured in a group of patients with healed gastric ulcer on placebo and 400 mg cimetidine b.d. and 800 mg nocte. Neither cimetidine regimen significantly decreased daytime intragastric acidity, but the 800...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Derodra JK,Howden CW,Burget DW,Hunt RH

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00