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Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine where the digestive system and its disorders are studied.

UTHealth researchers study how probiotic may help reduce gut inflammation in infants with colic

Researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston have begun a study investigating whether a probiotic might be helpful in reducing gut inflammation in infants with colic.

17 Oct 2013

Researchers develop simple blood test to identify patient with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

For the first time, a simple blood test may be the best way to determine if a patient is suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or another serious condition such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, according to Cedars-Sinai physician researcher Mark Pimentel, MD, lead author of a multicenter clinical trial.

17 Oct 2013

Study shows IBD patients may have increased risk of heart attack, stroke

Patients with inflammatory bowel disease are at an increased risk of stroke and heart attack according to a new study presented by Mayo Clinic researchers at the American College of Gastroenterology's Annual Scientific Meeting, Oct. 11-16, in San Diego.

15 Oct 2013

Mayo Clinic: Physical activity is associated with reduced risk of esophageal cancer

Physical activity is associated with a reduced risk of esophageal cancer, according to a new study presented by Mayo Clinic researchers at the American College of Gastroenterology's Annual Scientific Meeting, Oct. 11-16, in San Diego.

15 Oct 2013

AstraZeneca announces Phase III study results of naloxegol in patients with non-cancer pain

AstraZeneca (NYSE: AZN) today announced the results of a Phase III long-term safety and tolerability study of the once-daily 25mg dose of naloxegol, in patients with non-cancer pain and opioid-induced constipation (OIC).

15 Oct 2013

New study illustrates impact of oral nutrition supplement use in pediatric hospitalized patients

A new study has found that the use of oral nutritional supplements provided to pediatric patients during hospitalization was associated with a decrease in length of stay of 14.8 percent and a decrease in hospital stay costs of $1,768 per patient.

12 Oct 2013

WHO: Iron deficiency causes loss of 48,225 disability-adjusted life-years worldwide

Data supporting the need for better recognition of iron deficiency will be presented this week at the United European Gastroenterology Week Congress in Berlin. Iron deficiency is frequently under-diagnosed, resulting in increased hospitalisation, reduced quality of life and higher death rates in patients with comorbid conditions. The WHO has estimated that iron deficiency causes the loss of 48,225 disability-adjusted life-years worldwide, more than is seen with lung cancer.

12 Oct 2013

Crospon's EsoFLIP balloon dilation catheter gets FDA clearance

Crospon has today announced that it has received FDA clearance for its EsoFLIP balloon dilation catheter. This is the first product the in what will be a suite of dilation catheter products to be used for dilation procedures in the esophagus and colon. It represents the company's first foray into the therapeutic endoscopy accessory market.

11 Oct 2013

AGA partners with PENTAX Medical to improve patient care via innovative medical technologies

The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute announced a new partnership with PENTAX Medical. PENTAX Medical will provide substantial funding over three years to stimulate innovation that will advance the science and practice of gastroenterology and improve patient outcomes.

11 Oct 2013

NUS, A*STAR establish joint center to study role of nutrition and development in health, disease in Asia

The National University of Singapore (NUS) and A*STAR will be jointly establishing the S$148 million Singapore Centre for Nutritional Sciences, Metabolic Diseases, and Human Development (SiNMeD).

11 Oct 2013

Researchers find ways to identify, isolate HCC progenitor cells before tumors become evident

For the first time, researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have isolated and characterized the progenitor cells that eventually give rise to malignant hepatocellular carcinoma tumors - the most common form of liver cancer. The researchers found ways to identify and isolate the HCC progenitor cells long before actual tumors were apparent.

11 Oct 2013

Adding danoprevir to treatment regimen for hepatitis C patients leads to high rates of remission

The addition of danoprevir to the current treatment regimen for patients with hepatitis C leads to high rates of remission, according to a new article in Gastroenterology, the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association.

11 Oct 2013

EGS announced that enrollment for RESPECT study has surpassed company's original target

EndoGastric Solutions (EGS), the leader in endoluminal reconstructive treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), announced today that enrollment for the RESPECT study (Randomized EsophyX vs. Sham/Placebo Controlled Trial) is complete and has surpassed the company's original target of 120 patients.

9 Oct 2013

Francisco Partners invests in NexTech

Francisco Partners, a leading technology-focused private equity firm, today announced a strategic investment in NexTech, a leading provider of fully integrated electronic medical records, practice management, and marketing software solutions for specialty physician practices. Closing is subject to customary conditions, including Hart-Scott-Rodino clearance.

9 Oct 2013

Blocking pathway might prevent esophageal cancer in patients with existing Barrett's esophagus

Got heartburn? More than 60 million adults in the U.S. have acid reflux, or heartburn, and approximately 10 percent are at risk for developing esophageal cancer, due in part to complications from Barrett's esophagus.

8 Oct 2013

FDA approves Clinolipid injectable emulsion for intravenous feeding in adult patients

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Clinolipid (lipid injectable emulsion, USP) for intravenous feeding (parenteral nutrition) in adult patients, providing a source of calories and essential fatty acids for adult patients who are unable to eat or drink. Clinolipid was granted a priority review to help alleviate a drug shortage.

5 Oct 2013

Radiofrequency ablation leads to remission of dysplastic Barrett's esophagus

Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) leads to remission for 91 percent of patients with dysplastic Barrett's esophagus, according to new figures published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, the official clinical practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association.

3 Oct 2013

Researchers develop renal risk index to predict post-transplant end-stage renal disease

End-stage renal disease is one of the major public health problems among solid organ transplant recipients that is associated with death after transplant and high cost of care.

2 Oct 2013

Sun Pharma, Intrexon partner to develop controllable gene-based therapies for ocular diseases

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., an international specialty pharmaceutical company focused on chronic diseases, through its subsidiary, and Intrexon Corporation, a leader in synthetic biology, today announced the formation of a joint venture to develop controllable gene-based therapies for the treatment of ocular diseases that cause partial or total blindness in millions of people worldwide.

1 Oct 2013

PENTAX Medical launches MagniView optical zoom technology for gastroenterology practice

PENTAX Medical are pleased to announce the launch of their brand new MagniView range, combining up to x136 optical magnification with HD+ and i-scan - supporting clinicians with amazingly detailed inspection and characterisation of suspicious areas.

From PENTAX Medical Company 27 Sep 2013

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UTHealth researchers study how probiotic may help reduce gut inflammation in infants with colic

Researchers develop simple blood test to identify patient with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Study shows IBD patients may have increased risk of heart attack, stroke

Mayo Clinic: Physical activity is associated with reduced risk of esophageal cancer

AstraZeneca announces Phase III study results of naloxegol in patients with non-cancer pain

New study illustrates impact of oral nutrition supplement use in pediatric hospitalized patients

WHO: Iron deficiency causes loss of 48,225 disability-adjusted life-years worldwide

Crospon's EsoFLIP balloon dilation catheter gets FDA clearance

AGA partners with PENTAX Medical to improve patient care via innovative medical technologies

NUS, A*STAR establish joint center to study role of nutrition and development in health, disease in Asia

Researchers find ways to identify, isolate HCC progenitor cells before tumors become evident

Adding danoprevir to treatment regimen for hepatitis C patients leads to high rates of remission

EGS announced that enrollment for RESPECT study has surpassed company's original target

Francisco Partners invests in NexTech

Blocking pathway might prevent esophageal cancer in patients with existing Barrett's esophagus

FDA approves Clinolipid injectable emulsion for intravenous feeding in adult patients

Radiofrequency ablation leads to remission of dysplastic Barrett's esophagus

Researchers develop renal risk index to predict post-transplant end-stage renal disease

Sun Pharma, Intrexon partner to develop controllable gene-based therapies for ocular diseases

PENTAX Medical launches MagniView optical zoom technology for gastroenterology practice

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Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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