This content is machine translated Helicobacter pylori infection in humans Phytotherapy, probiotics and novel therapeutic approaches Infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a global health problem that is widespread in both industrialized and developing countries. H. pylori is a Gram-negative, spiral-shaped bacterium that prefers to…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Visceral hypersensitivity Effects of a peppermint/caraway oil combination in animal experiments Visceral hypersensitivity, including hyperalgesia, is closely related to irritable bowel syndrome. To investigate short- and long-term treatment effects of a proprietary combination of peppermint and caraway oil on electrophysiological markers…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Sponsored Content: United European Gastroenterology Week (UEGW) 2023 Risankizumab demonstrates superiority compared to ustekinumab in Crohn’s disease [1] Data from the current SEQUENCE study was presented at the United European Gastroenterology Week (UEGW), which took place from October 14 to 17, 2023, and has since been published [1,2].…
View Post 7 min This content is machine translated Viral hepatitis Hepatitis ABC(EN): Prophylaxis and treatment – an update In the acute stage of viral hepatitis, the clinical picture is similar for all five pathogens. HBV and HCV infections are the most dangerous chronic infectious diseases worldwide. In contrast…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated 11th Swiss IBD Roadshow “Curing mucosa is our major goal” The meanwhile 11th Swiss IBD Roadshow (10. – 12. June 2024) took place this year under the title “ADVANCED THERAPIES IN IBD – TOWARDS A NEW SEQUENCE”. Between his lectures…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease Cardiology and hepatology in one boat Metabolic dysfunction has far-reaching negative effects on the body, which can manifest as cardiovascular and liver disease. Traditionally, these conditions have been treated in an organ-centered manner, resulting in isolated…
View Post 7 min This content is machine translated Sponsored Content: Extra-musculoskeletal manifestations in rheumatic diseases Rheumatic diseases and their connection to the gut Patients with spondyloarthropathies (SpA) often suffer from extra-musculoskeletal manifestations (EMMs), which can also affect the gut [1, 2]. These multifaceted diseases with a complex clinical picture have both physiological and…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) Th2 inflammation plays a central role EoE is now considered a type 2-mediated immune disease that is often associated with atopic diseases such as atopic dermatitis, asthma and food allergies. In addition to acid blockers (PPI)…
View Post 11 min This content is machine translated IBD matters - clinical studies Differences in design and their significance for interpretation What study phases does a new active substance go through before it reaches clinical practice? What differences are there in the designs of clinical trials? Which aspects are important for… CME-Test
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention and early detection are becoming increasingly important The treatment of gastrointestinal cancer is catching up with other areas of oncology and offers patients better prospects of survival and quality of life. However, a significant increase in early-onset…
View Post 15 min This content is machine translated Thyroid nodule Ultrasound guided thermal ablation Various methods of tissue ablation using thermal effects, thermoablation, have been used in routine clinical practice since the 1970s. Thermoablation is an alternative therapy for benign symptomatic thyroid nodules and… CME-Test
