Archive: July 2019
Barrett Esophagus
Management of Barrett Esophagus Following Radiofrequency Ablation
Craig C. Reed, MD, MSCR, and Nicholas J. Shaheen, MD, MPH
Abstract: Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) effectively treats dysplastic Barrett esophagus (BE), reduces the risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC), and infrequently produces complications. Complications of RFA include […]
Liver Disease
Screening for Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in the Primary Care Clinic
Vijay Pandyarajan, MD, PhD, Robert G. Gish, MD, Naim Alkhouri, MD, and Mazen Noureddin, MD, MHSc
Abstract: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a spectrum of diseases ranging from simple hepatic steatosis to nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) to advanced fibrosis and cirrhosis […]
GERD
Update on Endoscopic Approaches for the Management of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Zaheer Nabi, MD, DNB, and D. Nageshwar Reddy, MD, DM
Abstract: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most commonly encountered gastrointestinal diseases in outpatient clinics. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are the cornerstone of […]
IBS
An Overview of Fiber and Fiber Supplements for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Jane Muir, PhD, RD
G&H How is dietary fiber defined? JM The definition of dietary fiber varies slightly from place to place. In general, dietary fiber is a type […]
Hepatology
Idiopathic Noncirrhotic Portal Hypertension
Harry L. A. Janssen, MD, PhD
G&H What is noncirrhotic portal hypertension, and what are the most common causes of this condition? HJ Noncirrhotic portal hypertension is an increased pressure gradient […]
Endoscopy
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty for Obesity Management
Reem Sharaiha, MD, MSc
G&H Which endoscopic interventions are available to help manage obesity? RS Several endoscopic interventions have been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) […]
Gastro-Hep News
Gastro-Hep News
Samantha Alleman
US Food and Drug Administration Approves Marketing of Medical Device for Reduction of IBS-Associated Pain in Adolescents On June 7, 2019, the US Food and Drug […]
Letter From the Editor
Letter From the Editor: Spotlight on Endoscopy
Gary R. Lichtenstein, MD, AGAF, FACP, FACG
This month’s issue of Gastroenterology & Hepatology includes several interesting articles involving endoscopy. One of our feature articles, authored by Dr Zaheer Nabi and Dr […]