Gastroenterology News

The abstracts highlight Prometheus' innovative technologies aimed at helping healthcare providers personalize patient care with the goal of ultimately helping to improve patient outcomes.

Do you regret getting a tattoo? Dermatologist Dr. Will Kirby demonstrates how laser technology is used to dissipate ink and effectively remove a tattoo over a series of treatments.

Gastroenterologists Richard Zelner, MD, of Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center in Fountain Valley, Calif.; Lawrence Kosinski, MD, MBA, Managing Partner of the Illinois Gastroenterology Group in Elgin; Bob Cleary, MD, of St.

Everybody knows that diversity is generally a good thing, right? Your financial planner is always telling you to diversify your portfolio .

A study in this month's issue of the American Journal of Gastroenterology reports that the Western dietary pattern is prospectively associated with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in adolescence.

It provides healthcare services in the Pan Asia-Pacific region. The services portfolio of the company comprises diagnostics, primary care, day care and specialty hospitals.

Azerbaijan, Baku, May 21 /Trend S.Isayev, T. Jafarov/ About 30 percent of people in Iran suffer from fatty liver disease, Head of Association of Gastroenterology and Hepatology of Iran, doctor Reza Melikzadeh said, IRNA reported.

Doctors use a device called a colonoscope to examine the colon for precancerous polyps called adenomas.

New research from the US shows that regular consumption of coffee is linked to a reduced risk of a rare autoimmune liver disease called primary sclerosing cholangitis .

The Warner Chilcott acquisition brings two new businesses - gastroenterology and dermatology - and adds additional women's health drugs like branded contraceptives to Actavis, which makes and sells drugs that are no longer under patent protection.

Rhythm announced today the results of a second Phase 1b clinical trial of RM-131, the company's novel ghrelin agonist for the treatment of diabetic gastroparesis in type 1 diabetic patients.

Obese and overweight men and women who suffer from heartburn often report relief when they lose weight, a new study shows.

The use of a smartphone application significantly improves patients' preparation for a colonoscopy, according to new research presented at Digestive Disease Week .

A second gastroenterologist who worked closely with Dr. Dipak Desai testified Monday that Desai operated his endoscopy clinics in a frugal manner but did not put patients' safety at risk.

Research presented at Digestive Disease Week explores pharmaceutical advances for treating irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea and hepatitis C. An international study holds promising results for patients suffering from IBS-D. In the phase II study, researchers found that the drug ibodutant significantly improved symptoms in more than 50 percent ... (more)

Each year, the American Gastroenterological Association recognizes several individuals for their outstanding contributions and achievements in gastroenterology through its esteemed recognition awards.

A new device that gives doctors a better view during colonoscopies may help them miss fewer suspicious growths during those exams, a new study shows.

The use of a smartphone application significantly improves patients' preparation for a colonoscopy, according to new research presented today at Digestive Disease Week .

The 21st floor of the Pinnacle office building is Butch Spyridon's canvas. From the cavernous space, with its floor-to-ceiling windows offering a panoramic view of downtown Nashville and beyond, the president of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Bureau paints a picture of what could be for any groups that are considering holding conventions in ... (more)

The AGA Research Foundation announced a new grant that intends to stimulate research into the relationship between the gut microbiota, one of today's most exciting areas of science, and digestive health and disease.