Review article: gastric electrical stimulation for gastroparesis--physiological foundations, technical aspects and clinical implications.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fistulae will develop in approximately one-third of patients with Crohn's disease. With an expected spontaneous healing rate of only 10%, fistulizing Crohn's disease requires a comprehensive strategy with a medical and possible surgical approach. AIM:To summarize the current literature evaluating various me...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Bressler B,Sands BE

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Accuracy of intraepithelial lymphocytes counts for diagnosing mild enteropathy coeliac disease in absence of villous atrophy can be limited by inappropriate controls included in the studies. AIM:To determine the diagnostic accuracy of intraepithelial lymphocytes counts utilising controls lacking HLA coeliac...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Pellegrino S,Villanacci V,Sansotta N,Scarfì R,Bassotti G,Vieni G,Princiotta A,Sferlazzas C,Magazzù G,Tuccari G

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) risk after resolving chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is unclear. AIM:To compare HCC risk between Alaska Native (AN) patients with and without hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) seroclearance. METHODS:We selected persons with (case-patients) and without (control-pat...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Gounder PP,Bulkow LR,Snowball M,Negus S,Spradling PR,Simons BC,McMahon BJ

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Studies from the Western hemisphere have established the efficacy and safety of tegaserod in women with irritable bowel syndrome and constipation. This review summarizes the results of recent studies from around the world that confirm the efficacy and safety of tegaserod, and expand our understanding of the role of th...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Chey WD

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Locally acquired hepatitis E is an emerging infection in developed countries and can be misdiagnosed as drug-induced liver injury. AIM:To study the role of hepatitis E virus (HEV) testing in drug-induced liver injury. METHODS:Retrospective review of a cohort of patients with suspected drug-induced liver in...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Dalton HR,Fellows HJ,Stableforth W,Joseph M,Thurairajah PH,Warshow U,Hazeldine S,Remnarace R,Ijaz S,Hussaini SH,Bendall RP

更新日期：2007-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several measures have been used to assess the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of patients with eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE). AIMS:To systematically review these HRQoL measures, to appraise measurement properties of specific instruments and to evaluate determinant factors influencing HRQoL in paedi...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Lucendo AJ,Arias-González L,Molina-Infante J,Arias Á

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Even in the biologic era, corticosteroid dependency in IBD patients is common and causes a lot of morbidity, but methods of withdrawal are not well described. AIM:To assess the effectiveness of a corticosteroid withdrawal method. METHODS:Twelve patients (10 men, 2 women; 6 ulcerative colitis, 6 Crohn's dis...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Murphy SJ,Wang L,Anderson LA,Steinlauf A,Present DH,Mechanick JI

更新日期：2009-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recently, there have been increasingly frequent reports on the occurrence of macrophage activation syndrome (MAS) in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Clinically, MAS is characterized mainly by fever, hepatosplenomegaly, cytopenia, and elevated circulating ferritin and CD25. Mortality, even if ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Fries W,Cottone M,Cascio A

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Liver cirrhosis is characterized by a silent phase until decompensation, which is defined by ascites, bleeding from esophageal varices or hepatic encephalopathy. AIM:To compare the clinical course, patterns of survival and causes of death by etiology during long-term follow-up in a large population-based co...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Nilsson E,Anderson H,Sargenti K,Lindgren S,Prytz H

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) is able to improve biochemical markers of cholestasis, with a parallel decrease in transaminases, in various cholestatic liver diseases. AIM:To evaluate the effects of UDCA administration on acute viral hepatitis-related cholestasis and the course of acute viral hepatitis. METHO...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Fabris P,Tositti G,Mazzella G,Zanetti AR,Nicolin R,Pellizzer G,Benedetti P,de Lalla F

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotype 6 is common among patients from Southeast Asia and the surrounding regions, where HCV prevalence is also high. HCV genotype 6 has great genetic diversity and different response to antiviral therapy compared with the more commonly known genotype 1. AIM:Our goal was to provide...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Chao DT,Abe K,Nguyen MH

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sorafenib is currently the only approved systemic therapy shown to have efficacy in the treatment of advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Recent studies suggest that hepatitis C (HCV)-related HCC patients derive more clinical benefit from sorafenib than other subgroups, but the mechanism for this effect ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Cabrera R,Limaye AR,Horne P,Mills R,Soldevila-Pico C,Clark V,Morelli G,Firpi R,Nelson DR

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tacrolimus is a calcineurin inhibitor commonly used for prophylaxis of rejection in renal and liver transplantation. There are limited but favourable data regarding its possible use in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). AIMS:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of tacrolimus in patients with IBD...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Rodríguez-Lago I,Castro-Poceiro J,Fernández-Clotet A,Mesonero F,López-Sanromán A,López-García A,Márquez L,Clos-Parals A,Cañete F,Vicuña M,Nantes Ó,Merino O,Matallana V,Gordillo J,Elorza A,Vicente R,Casanova MJ,Ferreiro-

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) treated with stents require dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT). For cirrhotics, who often have varices and coagulopathy, it is not clear if the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) should preclude use of DAPT. AIM:To compare GIB and mortality rates in cirrhotics ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Krill T,Brown G,Weideman RA,Cipher DJ,Spechler SJ,Brilakis E,Feagins LA

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Currently, the relationship between depression and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is not clearly defined. AIM:To determine whether depression is associated with NAFLD and NAFLD-related advanced fibrosis in a large population sample. METHODS:We performed a cross-sectional analysis using the 2007-...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Kim D,Yoo ER,Li AA,Tighe SP,Cholankeril G,Harrison SA,Ahmed A

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infection with the hepatitis C virus (HCV) has been considered a major cause of mortality, morbidity and resource utilisation in the US. In addition, HCV is the main cause of hepatocellular cancer (HCC) in the US. Recent developments in the diagnosis and treatment of HCV, including new recommendations pertai...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Younossi ZM,Kanwal F,Saab S,Brown KA,El-Serag HB,Kim WR,Ahmed A,Kugelmas M,Gordon SC

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Peptic ulcer bleeding remains a major healthcare problem despite decreasing prevalence of peptic ulcer disease. The role of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in the risk of peptic ulcer bleeding has not yet been established. AIM:To determine if COPD patients have a higher risk of peptic ulcer ble...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Huang KW,Luo JC,Leu HB,Lin HC,Lee FY,Chan WL,Lin SJ,Chen JW,Chang FY

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:[corrected] A predictable consequence of cholestasis is malabsorption of fat-soluble factors, (vitamins A, D, E, K) and other free radical scavengers, such as carotenoids. It has been suggested that oxygen-derived free radicals may be involved in the pathogenesis of chronic liver damage. AIMS:(i) To evaluat...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Floreani A,Baragiotta A,Martines D,Naccarato R,D'odorico A

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although consensus guidelines for eosinophilic oesophagitis have been published, it remains unclear whether gastroenterologists follow these recommendations. AIM:To assess academic and community practice patterns for the evaluation and treatment of eosinophilic oesophagitis and to compare these practices wi...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Peery AF,Shaheen NJ,Dellon ES

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effects of proton pump inhibitors and Helicobacter pylori infection on the distribution of drugs used for the eradication of the bacteria are poorly understood. AIM:The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of a 7-day administration of 20 mg of omeprazole on the pharmacokinetics of amoxicilli...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Ortiz RA,Calafatti SA,Corazzi A,Souza JM,Deguer M,De Souza CA,Marchioretto MA,Bernasconi G,Ferraz JG,Pedrazzoli J Jr

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Variation in the characteristics of irritable bowel syndrome patients recruited for clinical trials from different sources could affect their response and the generalizability of trial results. AIM:To describe and compare the characteristics of three different groups of irritable bowel syndrome patients rec...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Longstreth GF,Hawkey CJ,Mayer EA,Jones RH,Naesdal J,Wilson IK,Peacock RA,Wiklund IK

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB) need long-term antiviral treatment with nucleos(t)ide analogues (NA). Animal studies suggest that some NA may increase cancer risk, but human data are lacking. AIM:To investigate cancer risks in patients with or without NA treatment. METHODS:We conducted a territory-...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Wong GL,Tse YK,Yip TC,Chan HL,Tsoi KK,Wong VW

更新日期：2017-05-01 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 efficacy and tolerance of sodium alginate compared to cisapride in patients suffering from reflux symptoms, without severe oesophagitis. METHODS:A total of 353 patients with symptoms of reflux oesophagitis (average age 40 years, 51% men, 33% smokers, 43% consumers of alcoholic drinks) were selected a...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Poynard T,Vernisse B,Agostini H

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Different authors have postulated both toxic and protective effects for nitric oxide (NO) in the pathophysiology of active inflammation. AIM:To examine the role of NO, especially that produced by the inducible form of nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), by investigating the effects of NOS inhibitors and NO donors...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Yoshida Y,Iwai A,Itoh K,Tanaka M,Kato S,Hokari R,Miyahara T,Koyama H,Miura S,Kobayashi M

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Helicobacter pylori infection is very common in India, as in other developing countries, but few data exist on the susceptibility of H. pylori to antimicrobial agents commonly used for eradication here. AIM:To determine the antimicrobial susceptibility of H. pylori strains from Kolkata, in eastern India. M...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Datta S,Chattopadhyay S,Patra R,De R,Ramamurthy T,Hembram J,Chowdhury A,Bhattacharya SK,Berg DE,Nair GB,Mukhopadhyay AK

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Minimal hepatic encephalopathy (MHE) is characterised by subtle neurocognitive deficits without overt clinical manifestations. Although several trials have individually evaluated the role of prebiotics, probiotics and synbiotics, there is yet no consensus on the management of MHE. AIM:To estimate the effica...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Shukla S,Shukla A,Mehboob S,Guha S

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sulfasalazine is accepted therapy for active ulcerative colitis, but side-effects and intolerance are common. Balsalazide is an azo-bonded pro-drug which also releases 5-aminosalicylic acid into the colon, but uses an inert carrier molecule. AIM:To compare the safety and efficacy of sul- fasalazine, 3 g, wi...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Mansfield JC,Giaffer MH,Cann PA,McKenna D,Thornton PC,Holdsworth CD

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anti-TNFα agents have revolutionised management of chronic inflammatory diseases. Paradoxically, these agents might provoke development of de novo autoimmune diseases. AIM:To examine whether there is an increased risk of developing Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) while under treatment with ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Korzenik J,Larsen MD,Nielsen J,Kjeldsen J,Nørgård BM

更新日期：2019-08-01 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