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Sofosbuvir Works for Patients Who Cannot Take PeginterferonFree

Two phase III studies confirm the efficacy of a sofosbuvir and ribavirin therapy in patients with HCV genotype 2 or 3 infection for whom peginterferon is not an option.

Recent Gastroenterology Articles

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Drug-Induced Liver Injury from TNF Antagonists

The chance of injury resolution is good with drug discontinuation, but the mechanism is still unclear.

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Postpolypectomy Syndrome in Detail

A large, retrospective study focuses on symptoms, treatment, outcomes, and risk factors.

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Return of Peristalsis After Myotomy for Achalasia?

Partial recovery of peristalsis did occur after laparoscopic or endoscopic myotomy in more than half of patients, but larger studies are needed.

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Treating GERD Successfully: Beyond Heartburn ReliefFree

A short questionnaire helps identify whether patients on therapy for GERD are experiencing sleep disturbance and might benefit from an adjustment in therapy.

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Use Ciprofloxacin with Adalimumab for Perianal Crohn Disease

At least half of draining fistulas closed in 71% of patients randomized to combination therapy versus 47% with anti-TNF therapy alone.

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Predictors of Poor Outcomes in Autoimmune Hepatitis

Liver-related death or need for liver transplantation was associated with age at presentation, incomplete treatment response, and low albumin, but not advanced fibrosis.

SUMMARY AND COMMENT

PEG Can Cause Renal Failure, Too

Although safer than sodium phosphate, polyethylene glycol solution can also put patients at risk for acute renal failure.

FEATURE

FDA: Fecal Transplants Need Investigational New Drug ApplicationFree

In his blog HIV and ID Observations, Dr. Paul Sax weighs in on a recent FDA decision regarding fecal microbiota transplantation.

MEDICAL NEWS

FDA Expands Indications for Simponi to Ulcerative ColitisFree

Golimumab (Simponi) has been approved to treat adults with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis that has not responded to other treatment or that requires ongoing...

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Early Capsule Endoscopy for Overt Obscure Gastrointestinal BleedingFree

Procedures performed within 3 days of hospital admission were associated with higher diagnostic yield, more therapeutic interventions, and shorter stays.

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CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINE WATCH

Prostate Cancer Screening: One More Take

The American College of Physicians has issued guidance for clinicians.

PATIENT INFORMATION

Vitamin D and Calcium: What Women Need at Midlife and After

Both nutrients are important for bone health.

SUMMARY AND COMMENT

Midlife Cardiorespiratory Fitness Might Attenuate Later-Life Dementia

Later dementia was less common among people who were more fit before age 65.

SUMMARY AND COMMENT

Intensive Life Support After Major Surgery: The Surgeon's Perspective

Many surgeons believe that withdrawing life support during the first postoperative week is unacceptable. Interview

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Journal Watch Gastroenterology summarizes important medical journal articles about a wide variety of GI subjects including cirrhosis, dyspepsia, gastric cancer, GERD, H. pylori, and hepatitis.

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M. Brian Fennerty, MD
Professor of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University

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