Eosinophilic esophagitis: diagnostic tests and criteria.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To consider observations suggesting that the bacterial protein flagellin, the primary structural component of flagella, plays a major role in mediating gut inflammation associated with infection by enteric pathogens and in inflammatory bowel disease. RECENT FINDINGS:Biochemical dissection of an in-vi...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Gewirtz AT

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Molecular-phylogenetic methods have revolutionized the analysis of complex microbial communities. Polymerase chain reaction amplification and phylogenetic analysis of small-subunit ribosomal RNA gene sequences allow microbes to be identified objectively, even in the absence of cultivation. Furthermore, the sequence in...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Frank DN,Pace NR

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Small bowel capsule endoscopy (SBCE) was introduced 13 years ago by Given Imaging (Yokneam, Israel). It has become one of the most important investigational tools of the small bowel. The capsule is swallowed with water after a 12 h fast, propelled via peristalsis through the gastrointestinal tract and...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Eliakim R

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review focuses on recent advances and novel insights into the mechanistic events that may link commensal microbiota and host innate immunity in the pathophysiology of intestinal inflammation and neoplasia. Unanswered questions are discussed and future perspectives in the field are highlighted. R...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Cario E

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Human colitis-associated cancers (CAC) represent a heterogeneous group of conditions in which multiple oncogenic pathways are involved. In this article, we review the latest studies using genetic, chemical, bacterial and innate immune-mediated experimental models of CAC. RECENT FINDINGS:Using the azo...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Sussman DA,Santaolalla R,Strobel S,Dheer R,Abreu MT

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Nod-like receptors (NLRs) are intracellular innate immune sensors of microbes and danger signals that control multiple aspects of inflammatory responses. We review the evidence that highlights the critical importance of NLRs in the host response to intestinal pathogens. Moreover, we discuss the potent...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Robertson SJ,Girardin SE

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There has been significant interest in gluten over the last decade, with an increase in interest of gluten-related disorders outside coeliac disease. Particularly, there has been a focus on the role of gluten in noncoeliac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). There is signific...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Rej A,Sanders DS

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Submucosal endoscopy with mucosal flap (SEMF), a new diagnostic and therapeutic intervention of flexible endoscopy, has been examined from the perspective of developmental laboratory work, procedural details, and results of early clinical experiences. RECENT FINDINGS:Diagnostic natural orifice transl...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Sumiyama K,Gostout CJ

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Several gastrointestinal diseases including the inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) and malignancy are associated with elevated expression of indoleamine 2,3 dioxygenase-1 (IDO1). IDO1 initiates tryptophan catabolism along a pathway that generates several bioactive kynurenine-based metabolites. Promoti...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Ciorba MA

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review discusses the advances in the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of the complications of portal hypertension that have occurred in the past year. RECENT FINDINGS:The specific topics reviewed are the pathophysiology of portal hypertension (including recent findings regarding intrah...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Garcia-Tsao G

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Complex physiological mechanisms have evolved to control food intake in mammals, which in health ensure the relative stability of body weight in adults. Central brain centres, gut-derived peptides and adipose-derived signals result in an integrative response to defend against starvation. Enteroendocri...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Baynes KC,Dhillo WS,Bloom SR

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Hereditary liver diseases resulting in copper and iron overload may cause significant morbidity and mortality if not diagnosed and treated early. The goal of this review is to highlight the key publications on genetics, diagnosis and management of hemochromatosis and Wilson disease over the past 18 mo...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Maxwell KL,Kowdley KV

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Esophageal varices and Mallory Weiss syndrome are the two major esophageal bleeding disorders. Although there have been major breakthroughs in the treatment of peptic ulcer bleeding, the management of esophageal bleeding disorders remains a challenging problem. This review focuses on studies published...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Wu JC,Chan FK

更新日期：2004-07-01 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：:In spite of expanding knowledge of cellular and molecular mechanisms of intestinal inflammation, the etiology and pathogenesis of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) remain obscure. The link between the environment and IBD is still circumstantial, but definite progress is occurring in defining genetic susceptibility loci...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Katz JA,Itoh J,Fiocchi C

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Radiologic imaging of the large intestine continues to evolve and expand the potential for noninvasive diagnosis. The aim of this review is to provide an update on current and emerging clinical capabilities for a variety of radiologic diagnostic imaging tools for evaluating the colon and rectum. RECE...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Pickhardt PJ

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To examine recent advances in the techniques and technologies of endoscopic resection of early gastric cancer. RECENT FINDINGS:Endoscopic mucosal resection of early gastric cancer with no risk of lymph node metastasis has been a standard technique in Japan and is increasingly becoming accepted and re...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Gotoda T

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The 'precision medicine' refers to the generation of identification and classification criteria for advanced taxonomy of patients, exploiting advanced models to infer optimized clinical decisions for each disease phenotype. RECENT FINDINGS:The current article reviews new advances in the past 18 month...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Putignani L,Gasbarrini A,Dallapiccola B

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Morbid obesity is associated with a high prevalence of psychopathological conditions that might have an impact on postsurgery outcomes. This review summarizes recent data about psychological disorders in obese patients before and after bariatric surgery as well as the assessment and impact of these fa...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Pataky Z,Carrard I,Golay A

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:According to the current paradigm, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease occur in genetically predisposed individuals because of dysregulated immune responses against intraluminal bacterial antigens. Data have recently accumulated supporting alternative hypotheses for the pathogenesis of inflammatory...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Bamias G,Cominelli F

更新日期：2007-07-01 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：: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: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

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this article is to review recently published studies presenting novel and relevant information on small intestinal motility. RECENT FINDINGS:The reviewed studies covered a variety of topics with several themes emerging. The presentation and causes of chronic intestinal dysmotility continue...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Bratten JR,Jones MP

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traditional anatomic pathology studies and molecular investigations both contributed to the breadth of current information in the field of liver pathology this year. Techniques such as reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction can identify recurrence of hepatitis C virus infection in the liver as early as 5 days...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Lefkowitch JH

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Significant advances in the pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of the complications of portal hypertension that have occurred in the last year are reported. RECENT FINDINGS:The specific areas reviewed are those that refer to experimental studies aimed at modifying the factors that lead to port...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Garcia-Tsao G

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Ampullary tumors, usually adenomas, are often encountered during endoscopic evaluation, especially in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). Because of the risk of progression to adenocarcinoma, ampullary adenomas should be treated. Endoscopic therapy is an appropriate option and recent e...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Wong RF,DiSario JA

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The past few years have seen an increase in the number of research and clinical groups around the world using high-resolution manometry (HRM) to record contractile activity in the anorectum and colon. Yet despite the uptake and growing number of publications, the clinical utility and potential advanta...

journal_title：Current opinion in gastroenterology

authors： Dinning PG,Carrington EV,Scott SM

更新日期：2016-01-01 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: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