Archive: January 2023
Feature
Management and Risks Before, During, and After Liver Transplant in Individuals With Obesity
Abstract: Obesity has become a global epidemic, adding to the burden of chronic diseases and disabilities. Metabolic syndrome, especially obesity, is a significant risk factor for […]
Feature
Fecal Incontinence and Defecatory Disorders in Patients With Ileal Pouch–Anal Anastomosis
Abstract: Functional anorectal disorders are common in patients with ileal pouch–anal anastomosis (IPAA) and often have a debilitating impact on quality of life. The diagnosis of […]
Advances in Endoscopy
Interventional Endoscopic Ultrasound: The New Frontier
G&H How did endoscopic ultrasound transition from a purely diagnostic tool to a therapeutic tool as well? MK Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) was developed to stage tumors. […]
Advances in IBD
Combining Mechanisms of Action to Treat Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease
G&H What is the rationale for combining mechanisms of action to treat patients with inflammatory bowel disease? SD A therapeutic ceiling has been achieved in that […]
Advances in GERD
Stenting for Esophageal Cancer
G&H What are the main symptoms and risk factors for esophageal cancer? VK The typical symptom for patients who present with esophageal cancer is dysphagia or […]
Advances in Hepatology
Use of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors in Patients With Liver Disease
G&H How do angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors work, and can they have an effect on liver disease? ET Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors block an enzyme that increases […]
Letter From the Editor
Letter From the Editor: Liver Transplant in Patients With Obesity
It is well known that obesity is a significant public health issue both worldwide and in the United States. According to global estimates from the World […]
IBS
When to Order Anorectal Function Testing
G&H Why is anorectal function testing important? AB Anorectal function tests are needed for 2 reasons: to help providers make diagnoses and to facilitate therapy. Anorectal […]