Archive: August 2019
Cirrhosis
The Gastroenterologist’s Guide to Preventive Management of Compensated Cirrhosis
Akshay Shetty, MD, Jung Jun Yum, BA, and Sammy Saab, MD, MPH
Abstract: Despite advances in medical care, the prevalence and mortality associated with cirrhosis continue to rise. The majority of medical care and physician efforts are […]
Functional gastrointestinal disorders
Utility of Diagnostic Tests in Children With Functional Abdominal Pain Disorders
Alejandro Llanos-Chea, MD, and Miguel Saps, MD
Abstract: Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) and functional Pediatric disorders (FAPDs) are common in pediatric patients. The prevalence of FGIDs using the Rome IV criteria ranges […]
Colorectal Cancer
Stool-Based Tests Vs Screening Colonoscopy for the Detection of Colorectal Cancer
David A. Ahlquist, MD
G&H What tools are available to screen for colorectal cancer? DA Several tools are available for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening, including the guaiac-based fecal occult […]
GERD
The Role of High-Resolution Manometry in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
C. Prakash Gyawali, MD, MRCP
G&H What is high-resolution manometry primarily used for? What is its role with gastroesophageal reflux disease? CPG High-resolution manometry (HRM) is primarily used for the […]
Hepatic Encephalopathy
Diagnosis and Treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy
Jasmohan S. Bajaj, MD
G&H What is hepatic encephalopathy, and how is the severity of this condition currently being graded? JB Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a neuropsychiatric abnormality in […]
Crohn's Disease
Fecal Diversion in Patients With Crohn’s Disease
Feza Remzi, MD
G&H What are the main reasons for performing fecal diversion in a patient with Crohn’s disease? FR There are 2 reasons to perform fecal diversion, […]
Gastro-Hep News
Gastro-Hep News
Samantha Alleman
US Preventive Services Task Force Reaffirms Hepatitis B Virus Screening in Pregnant Women All pregnant women should still b8e screened for hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection […]
Letter From the Editor
Letter from the Editor: Tools for the Screening of Colorectal Cancer
Gary R. Lichtenstein, MD, AGAF, FACP, FACG
Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related death in the United States. However, the effectiveness of screening for this condition still needs to […]