Anti-infliximab antibody concentrations can guide treatment intensification in patients with Crohn's disease who lose clinical response.

abstract：:Faecal impaction with or without encopresis is a very common problem. We performed a randomized, open-label, prospective study to compare the efficacy and acceptability of the treatment of faecal impaction using either mineral oil or pineapple-flavoured isotonic intestinal lavage solution containing polyethylene glyco...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Tolia V,Lin CH,Elitsur Y

更新日期：1993-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A large proportion (25-46%) of adults with inflammatory bowel disease in remission has symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which are thought to reflect ongoing inflammation. Data on paediatric inflammatory bowel disease patients are lacking. AIM:To investigate (i) the prevalence of IBS-type symptoms...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Diederen K,Hoekman DR,Hummel TZ,de Meij TG,Koot BG,Tabbers MM,Vlieger AM,Kindermann A,Benninga MA

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) infection in hospitals in developed countries continues to be a major public health hazard despite increased control measures including review of antibiotic policies and hygiene measures. Patients with colitis are thought to be particularly vulnerable to C. difficile asso...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Jen MH,Saxena S,Bottle A,Aylin P,Pollok RC

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Risk benefit strategies in managing inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are dependent upon understanding the risks of uncontrolled inflammation vs those of treatments. Malignancy and mortality in IBD have been associated with disease-related inflammation and immune suppression, but data are limited due to thei...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Joosse ME,Aardoom MA,Kemos P,Turner D,Wilson DC,Koletzko S,Martin-de-Carpi J,Fagerberg UL,Spray C,Tzivinikos C,Sladek M,Shaoul R,Roma-Giannikou E,Bronsky J,Serban DE,Ruemmele FM,Garnier-Lengline H,Veres G,Hojsak I,K

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although not currently recommended, dioctahedral smectite (smectite) is commonly used to treat acute infectious diarrhoea in many countries. AIM:To evaluate systematically the effectiveness of smectite in treating acute infectious diarrhoea in children. METHODS:Using medical subject headings and free-langu...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Szajewska H,Dziechciarz P,Mrukowicz J

更新日期：2006-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cyclo-oxygenase-2 expression has been reported to play an important role in the metaplasia-dysplasia-carcinoma sequence in Barrett's oesophagus. However, the existence of cyclo-oxygenase-2 expressing cells in Barrett's epithelium is still uncertain. AIM:To identify the cells that express cyclo-oxygenase-2 p...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Amano Y,Ishihara S,Kushiyama Y,Yuki T,Takahashi Y,Chinuki D,Miyake T,Miyaoka Y,Rumi MA,Ishimura N,Adachi K,Kinoshita Y

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the era of expanding medical therapy for ulcerative colitis, surgery is still a very valid option in those patients, where medicine is not able to control symptoms, both in the acute and chronic stages, and also for those at risk of developing a cancer. The ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA) will, for the vast maj...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Oresland T

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clearance of hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) indicates clinical control of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. However, little is known about the impact of viral genomic variations on HBsAg loss. METHODS:We explored the association between viral genomic factors and HBsAg loss in 2121HBeAg-negative patien...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Tseng TC,Liu CJ,Chen CL,Yang WT,Yang HC,Su TH,Wang CC,Kuo SF,Liu CH,Chen PJ,Chen DS,Kao JH

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease may be worthwhile to prevent progression to advanced liver failure, but no therapy is definitely evidence-based. Weight loss or lifestyle modifications remain the primary line of intervention, particularly in overweight or obese subjects. In adult non-alcoholic fatty ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Marchesini G,Natale S,Manini R,Agostini F

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Methotrexate has a place in the treatment of an increasing number of diseases. Its emerging role in the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis and inflammatory bowel disease still requires further evaluation. Its toxicity profile is wide and is affected by a variety of factors. Hepatotoxicity from long-term use in pat...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Tang H,Neuberger J

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The global burden of hepatitis C (HCV) infection is mostly found in Africa, the Middle East and Asia, where HCV genotypes 4, 5 and 6 are common. The literature on these genotypes is sparse and this synopsis will review characteristics of patients infected with these genotypes. AIM:To review characteristics ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Wantuck JM,Ahmed A,Nguyen MH

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gastroprotective strategies are recommended for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) users at risk of upper gastrointestinal (UGI) complications. AIM:To compare the use of gastroprotective strategies in NSAID users in three countries, and the subsequent impact of rofecoxib withdrawal. METHODS:We con...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Valkhoff VE,van Soest EM,Masclee GM,de Bie S,Mazzaglia G,Molokhia M,Kuipers EJ,Sturkenboom MC

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Proton pump inhibitors including omeprazole and lansoprazole inhibit gastric acid secretion by selectively and non-competitively inactivating the H+, K+ ATPase molecules of the parietal cell, but possibly only those that are actively secreting acid. This might imply that stimulation of acid secretion by a me...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Hatlebakk JG,Katz PO,Camacho-Lobato L,Castell DO

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chemotherapy and radiotherapy, whilst highly effective in the treatment of neoplasia, can also cause damage to healthy tissue. In particular, the alimentary tract may be badly affected. Severe inflammation, lesioning and ulceration can occur. Patients may experience intense pain, nausea and gastro-enteritis. They are ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Duncan M,Grant G

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Glucocorticoids have been shown to induce peptic ulcers, especially when co-administered with NSAIDs. Hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) plays a role in gastric ulcer repair, facilitating the restitution of gastric mucosal epithelial cells. HGF expression is induced by PGs in gastric fibroblasts. We hypothesized...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Takahashi M,Takada H,Takagi K,Kataoka S,Soma R,Kuwayama H

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a lack of evidence for the efficacy of preventive medications for peptic ulcers (PUs) among long-term users of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in Japan. AIM:To estimate the preventive effect by normal dose, not high-dose histamine-H2 receptor antagonists (H2RA) for NSAID-induced ulce...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Miyake K,Ueki N,Suzuki K,Shinji Y,Kusunoki M,Hiratsuka T,Nishigaki H,Tatsuguchi A,Futagami S,Wada K,Tsukui T,Nakajima A,Yoshino S,Sakamoto C

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To demonstrate the pharmacodynamic comparability between oral 40 mg pantoprazole delayed-release granules and tablets. METHODS:This was a multicentre, randomized, open-label, 2-period, 2-sequence, 9-week crossover study in patients aged 18-65 years with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and documented erosive oeso...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Hogan D,Pratha V,Riff D,Ducker S,Schwartz H,Soffer E,Wang W,Rath N,Comer GM

更新日期：2007-07-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:One-week proton pump inhibitor-based triple therapies are very popular in the US despite limited US data documenting efficacy. We assessed 1-week proton pump inhibitor triple therapies for Helicobacter pylori, and compared them to dual antibiotic therapies (to assess benefit of omeprazole) and to omeprazole-...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Laine L,Frantz JE,Baker A,Neil GA

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To appraise the tolerance and efficacy of an induction of tolerance protocol to infliximab permitting the re-administration of the drug to patients with Crohn's disease having had infusion reactions requiring suspension of treatment. METHODS:Fourteen patients were included in the induction of tolerance protocol. E...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Duburque C,Lelong J,Iacob R,Seddik M,Desreumaux P,Fournier C,Wallaert B,Cortot A,Colombel JF

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human triple-lumen intestinal perfusion was used to compare water and solute absorption from the oral rehydration solution (ORS) most widely used in the United Kingdom and a new experimental hypotonic ORS (HYPO-ORS). HYPO-ORS (osmolality 210 mOsm/kg) promoted significantly greater water absorption than UK-ORS (7.03 +/...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Hunt JB,Elliott EJ,Farthing MJ

更新日期：1989-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:None of the proposed materials tested for the management of perianal fistulae has proven to be a definitive treatment. AIM:To assess a new repair scaffold and drug delivery device conceived to target perianal fistula repair. METHODS:Poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) porous microspheres containing either antib...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Blaker JJ,Pratten J,Ready D,Knowles JC,Forbes A,Day RM

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the efficacy of two omeprazole triple therapies for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori, ulcer healing and ulcer relapse during a 6-month treatment-free period in patients with active duodenal ulcer. METHODS:This was a double-blind, randomized study in 15 centres across Canada. Patients (n = 149)...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Zanten SJ,Bradette M,Farley A,Leddin D,Lind T,Unge P,Bayerdörffer E,Spiller RC,O'Morain C,Sipponen P,Wrangstadh M,Zeijlon L,Sinclair P

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colorectal cancer is the second commonest cause of cancer mortality. Some countries are implementing colorectal cancer screening to detect lesions at an early stage using non-invasive tools like the faecal immunochemical test. Despite affordability, this test shows a low sensitivity for precancerous lesions ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Malagón M,Ramió-Pujol S,Serrano M,Serra-Pagès M,Amoedo J,Oliver L,Bahí A,Mas-de-Xaxars T,Torrealba L,Gilabert P,Miquel-Cusachs JO,García-Nimo L,Saló J,Guardiola J,Piñol V,Cubiella J,Castells A,Aldeguer X,Garcia-Gil J

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The colonic mucosa is highly dependent upon the presence of luminal nutrients. This dependence is most marked in the distal colon. The major luminal nutrients are short chain fatty acids that are produced as a by-product of colonic fermentation of carbohydrates. Butyrate appears to be the short chain fatty a...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Steinhart AH,Hiruki T,Brzezinski A,Baker JP

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate and compare two 1-week low-dose triple therapies based on lansoprazole, amoxycillin and a macrolide in eradicating Helicobacter pylori. METHODS:Seventy consecutive patients, suffering from dyspeptic symptoms with H. pylori infection, were randomly allocated to one of two treatment groups: (A) (LAC; n =...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Cammarota G,Tursi A,Papa A,Montalto M,Veneto G,Cuoco L,Fedeli G,Gasbarrini G

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of acute hepatic failure has developed rapidly over the last 40 years, reducing morbidity and mortality from this syndrome. Whilst this has been partly attributed to significant improvements in the specialist medical management of these patients, advances in surgical techniques and pharmaceutical develop...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Rahman TM,Hodgson HJ

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The safety and survival benefit of transcatheter arterial chemoembolization for patients with huge hepatocellular carcinoma is uncertain. AIM:To evaluate the role of embolization in unresectable hepatocellular carcinomas larger than 10 cm. METHODS:Twenty-six consecutive patients who had an unresectable hep...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Huang YH,Wu JC,Chen SC,Chen CH,Chiang JH,Huo TI,Lee PC,Chang FY,Lee SD

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) commonly affect young patients in the reproductive phase of their lives. The chronic and relapsing nature of IBD and the potential need for medical or surgical interventions raise concerns about family planning issues. AIM:To review the current knowledge on IBD management i...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Schulze H,Esters P,Dignass A

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Therapeutic options for achalasia include pharmacological therapy, surgical myotomy, pneumatic dilatation and intrasphincteric botulinum toxin injection. AIM:To compare botulinum toxin injection with pneumatic dilatation in a randomized trial. PATIENTS/METHODS:Forty adults with newly diagnosed achalasia we...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Mikaeli J,Fazel A,Montazeri G,Yaghoobi M,Malekzadeh R

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Variceal bleeding is a consequence of portal hypertension, which in turn is the major complication of hepatic cirrhosis. Given the high rate of mortality of the first bleeding episode, primary prophylaxis to prevent bleeding from varices and portal hypertensive gastropathy is the current optimal therapeutic approach. ...

journal_title：Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

authors： Vlachogiannakos J,Goulis J,Patch D,Burroughs AK

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00