Archive: April 2023
Feature
Botulinum Toxin A Use in the Gastrointestinal Tract: A Reappraisal After Three Decades
Abstract: The discovery of botulinum toxin A (BTX)’s therapeutic properties has led to studies evaluating its usefulness in multiple medical disorders. Its use in the gastrointestinal […]
Feature
A Clinical Review of Mesenteric Panniculitis
Abstract: Mesenteric panniculitis (MP) is a benign condition characterized by chronic inflammation and fibrosis of adipose tissue mainly of the small bowel mesentery. MP is commonly […]
Advances in Endoscopy
Transitioning to Sustainable Care and Green Endoscopy
G&H How would you define green endoscopy? HP In essence, green endoscopy means to practice endoscopy that is environmentally friendly and affords a way of performing […]
Advances in Hepatology
Pregnancy and Hepatitis C Virus
G&H What is the prevalence of hepatitis C virus in pregnant women, and why has it been increasing recently in the United States? TK A number […]
NASH
Emerging Treatments for Patients With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
G&H What have been the challenges of drug development in nonalcoholic steatohepatitis? VR One challenge has been that drug trials need to be very long because […]
Advances in IBD
When to Perform Fecal Diversion in Patients With Crohn’s Disease
G&H What is the best choice for fecal diversion—an ileostomy or a colostomy—and how do these procedures compare? JA Typically, I favor an ileostomy over a […]
Letter From the Editor
Letter From the Editor: Green Endoscopy and Sustainable Care
Sustainability is becoming an important concept in medical care, particularly in endoscopy. This month’s issue of Gastroenterology & Hepatology highlights this meaningful and timely topic in […]