Inflammatory bowel disease ( #IBD ) is a multisystem illness with intestinal and extraintestinal manifestations. We aimed to analyze the association of developing #pulmonary diseases (PDs) in patients with IBD.Methods: In this retrospective cohort study, TriNetX was used to identify patients with IBD who were prescribed at least one IBD-specific medication or advanced therapy. Patients… Continue reading Increased Prevalence of Pulmonary Diseases in Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Category: Gastroenterology
Laparoscopic peritoneal lavage versus surgical resection for the treatment of complicated perforated diverticulitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Introduction: Colonic diverticular disease ( #diverticulosis ) is a currently worldwide increasing gastrointestinal disorder with a particularly high prevalence in Western countries. The operative treatment of acute diverticulitis could be executed through open or laparoscopic techniques. A non-resectional procedure, namely laparoscopic peritoneal lavage (LPL) and drainage, has also been adopted as a less invasive treatment… Continue reading Laparoscopic peritoneal lavage versus surgical resection for the treatment of complicated perforated diverticulitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Effect of #statin use on prognostic outcomes in #hepatocellular carcinoma following #liver surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) recurrence remains a significant clinical challenge, even among patients who undergo surgical treatment. Although statins exhibit anticancer properties through several biologically plausible mechanisms, robust clinical evidence supporting their role in preventing HCC recurrence is still limited. This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the impact of statin use on the prognostic outcomes of patients… Continue reading Effect of #statin use on prognostic outcomes in #hepatocellular carcinoma following #liver surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
The health effects of #diaphragmatic #breathing: A systematic review
Highlights•Diaphragmatic #breathing benefits #GERD , anxiety, and post-COVID-19 syndrome.•Efficacy varies; evidence for COPD is inconsistent, poor for post-cardiac surgery.•The evidence base is constrained by methodologically weak and heterogeneous studies.•Diaphragmatic breathing is a promising, low-cost, and safe adjunctive therapy. BackgroundDiaphragmatic breathing (DB) is widely used clinically, but a comprehensive synthesis of randomized controlled trial (RCT) evidence… Continue reading The health effects of #diaphragmatic #breathing: A systematic review
Effects of #Electroacupuncture at #ST36 on Visceral Pain and Inflammatory Markers in #IBS Rats
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is characterized by recurrent visceral pain associated with low-grade gut inflammation. Electroacupuncture (EA) at acupoint ST36 (Zusanli) is reputed to alleviate gastrointestinal disorders, but its effects on IBS-related visceral hypersensitivity and inflammation remain to be fully elucidated. This study evaluated whether EA at ST36 attenuates visceral pain and modulates key inflammatory… Continue reading Effects of #Electroacupuncture at #ST36 on Visceral Pain and Inflammatory Markers in #IBS Rats
Practical #guidelines on medical management of adults with moderate-to-severe #inflammatory bowel disease
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic, relapsing inflammatory disorder that predominantly includes Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC). IBD has emerged as a significant healthcare challenge in Saudi Arabia, with a more than fivefold increase in annual incidence over the past 2 decades. These guidelines promote high-quality, evidence-based care for adult patients with… Continue reading Practical #guidelines on medical management of adults with moderate-to-severe #inflammatory bowel disease
#Cholangiocarcinoma 2026: status quo, unmet needs and priorities
Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) is a cancer that originates within the bile ducts. Traditionally considered to be a rare neoplasm, increased awareness of CCA alongside advancements in diagnosis and the rising prevalence of certain risk factors have contributed to a global increase in incidence and mortality. CCAs are highly heterogeneous from the clinical, histomorphological and molecular perspectives… Continue reading #Cholangiocarcinoma 2026: status quo, unmet needs and priorities
Effect of Varying Quantities of Lean #Beef as Part of a #Mediterranean‐Style #Dietary Pattern on Gut #Microbiota and Plasma, Fecal, and Urinary Metabolites: A Randomized Crossover Controlled Feeding Trial
Consumption of trimethylamine N‐oxide (TMAO) precursors, such as carnitine found in lean beef, raises circulating TMAO concentrations; however, a healthy dietary pattern may attenuate these effects.MethodsThis randomized, 4‐period crossover, controlled‐feeding study investigated the effects of Mediterranean‐style (MED) diets (carbohydrate 42%, protein 17%, fat 41%) with 14 (MED0.5; 0.5 oz), 71 (MED2.5; 2.5 oz), and 156… Continue reading Effect of Varying Quantities of Lean #Beef as Part of a #Mediterranean‐Style #Dietary Pattern on Gut #Microbiota and Plasma, Fecal, and Urinary Metabolites: A Randomized Crossover Controlled Feeding Trial
#Coffee for the #liver: a mechanistic approach
The liver, which is essential for metabolism and detoxification, is vulnerable to various damaging factors, including viral infections, excessive alcohol consumption, and a diet high in fat and sugar. Coffee, one of the most widely consumed beverages worldwide, is valued not only for its flavor and aroma but also for its potential health benefits. In… Continue reading #Coffee for the #liver: a mechanistic approach
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