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Intensive treatment for patients with Crohn's disease found to be safe

Intensive treatment for patients with Crohn's disease showed no safety differences compared to the current standard of care, according to a trial published in the journal Gastroenterology.

1 Mar 2022

DNA biomarker test helps predict recurrence of HPV-driven oropharyngeal cancer after treatment

A large, multi-institutional study demonstrates that a blood test to detect circulating tumor DNA can accurately predict recurrence of HPV-driven oropharyngeal cancer following treatment.

25 Feb 2022

New NYU Langone Ambulatory Care Center East 53rd Street offers gynecologic, obstetric, and wellness care

As part of its commitment to enhance access to high-quality care, NYU Langone Health has begun the phased opening of NYU Langone Ambulatory Care Center East 53rd Street, at 159 East 53rd Street, offering comprehensive gynecologic, obstetric, and wellness care.

17 Feb 2022

Novel diagnostic platform offers hope for early detection of cancer in patients with Barrett’s esophagus

On a mission to increase early detection of esophageal cancer, University of Colorado (CU) Cancer Center member Sachin Wani, MD, is leading a study to see if a novel diagnostic platform can help endoscopists better identify the disease in patients with a condition called Barrett's esophagus.

8 Feb 2022

Research reveals advantages of using a physician anesthesiologist-led Anesthesia Care Team model

Using a physician anesthesiologist-led Anesthesia Care Team model increases patient access to care, compared to nurse-administered sedation for gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy procedures, according to research being presented at the American Society of Anesthesiologists' ADVANCE 2022, the Anesthesiology Business Event.

29 Jan 2022

Optical sensing can address unmet clinical needs in orthopedic surgery

Knees and hips wear out. Backs and necks become unstable. Fortunately, orthopedic surgeons specialize in musculoskeletal repair.

6 Jan 2022

AI tool can reduce the need for invasive diagnostic procedures in ulcerative colitis

When visiting a doctor, many patients prefer non-invasive procedures over invasive and potentially painful ones.

13 Dec 2021

Lef1 gene restricts formation of cancer stem cell niches to suppress colorectal tumor growth

The new research findings help to understand mechanisms that lead to different types of intestinal tumors. They show that the Lef1 gene suppresses the development and growth of colorectal cancer by restricting the formation of cancer stem cell niches.

18 Nov 2021

Trial examines differences in gastrointestinal effects of antiplatelet therapy after PCI

Utilizing a magnetically-controlled capsule endoscopy system, the double-blind, randomized OPT-PEACE trial found that nearly all patients receiving antiplatelet therapy developed evidence of abnormal gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal findings on capsule endoscopy.

8 Nov 2021

The impacts of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic on digestive health

The UEG Public Affairs Committee has published a position paper to educate policymakers, patients, healthcare professionals, and the general public about the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on digestive health.

2 Nov 2021

Novel scoring tools developed for predicting risk of colon cancer and precancerous polyps

Researchers have created novel scoring tools for predicting actual risk of colon cancer and advanced precancerous polyps for patients at average for the disease.

5 Oct 2021

Acid pH enhances SARS-CoV-2 infection by up-regulating ACE2 receptor

A new study published in the journal Frontiers of Medicine indicated that Barrett's esophagus (BE) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may represent novel comorbidities associated with SARS-CoV-2 disease. A previous study had estimated that in the United States, 5.6% of adults have BE, a disease where esophageal squamous mucosa gets damaged by GERD.

12 Sep 2021

Endoscopy News and Research

Intensive treatment for patients with Crohn's disease found to be safe

DNA biomarker test helps predict recurrence of HPV-driven oropharyngeal cancer after treatment

New NYU Langone Ambulatory Care Center East 53rd Street offers gynecologic, obstetric, and wellness care

Novel diagnostic platform offers hope for early detection of cancer in patients with Barrett’s esophagus

Research reveals advantages of using a physician anesthesiologist-led Anesthesia Care Team model

Optical sensing can address unmet clinical needs in orthopedic surgery

AI tool can reduce the need for invasive diagnostic procedures in ulcerative colitis

Lef1 gene restricts formation of cancer stem cell niches to suppress colorectal tumor growth

Trial examines differences in gastrointestinal effects of antiplatelet therapy after PCI

The impacts of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic on digestive health

Novel scoring tools developed for predicting risk of colon cancer and precancerous polyps

Acid pH enhances SARS-CoV-2 infection by up-regulating ACE2 receptor

Colonoscopy retroflexion often poorly preformed in practice, study finds

New imaging technique uses photonics for early diagnosis of bowel cancer

Simple, non-invasive tool obviates unnecessary surgery in patients with colorectal cancer

Study highlights the significance of screening for pre-cancerous Barrett’s esophagus

Fecal transplant and fiber supplementation can benefit patients with obesity-related metabolic syndrome

Kirigami-inspired stent to improve drug delivery for diseases that affect tubular organs

New book brings the latest advances in gastroenterology and hepatology

Study suggests potential role for probiotics in preventing respiratory infections

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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