Gastroenterology
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16/06/2017 - Gene test for oesophageal cancer drug
Scottish researchers have announced the discovery of a genetic test to identify patients who will benefit from a drug for oesophageal cancer. More
02/06/2017 - Diarrhoea still a major child-killer - analysis
Diarrhoea remains one of the biggest threats to children worldwide, killing half a million infants a year, according to a major analysis published today. More
01/06/2017 - Ulcer drug for depression?
A medicine prescribed for gastric ulcers may benefit people with depression via its effect on a protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor, researchers reported last night. More
30/05/2017 - Backing for UK Lynch syndrome testing policy
A British decision to extend testing for Lynch syndrome has been backed at a European conference. More
03/05/2017 - Gluten-heart link examined
There is no evidence that high gluten intake among non-celiac people is linked to heart disease, researchers say today. More
06/04/2017 - Joint replacement mortality examined
The risk of death from digestive diseases seems to increase after hip and knee replacements, according to a major analysis published today. More
05/04/2017 - Extended antibiotic use linked to bowel cancer
Taking antibiotics for a long period in early to middle life could increase the risk of developing bowel cancer, researchers say today. More
22/02/2017 - Flexible sigmoidoscopy achieves long-term prevention - study
Flexible sigmoidoscopy is successful in long-term prevention of the development of colorectal cancer, according to a major UK study published today. More
30/01/2017 - Bowel disease genetic variant found
A genetic variant that doubles an individual’s risk of developing ulcerative colitis has been identified by researchers, it is announced today. More
12/01/2017 - Gut bacteria marker for heart risk
A marker of a gut microbiota metabolism may well be clinically useful in predicting the risk of acute coronary syndromes, Swiss researchers reported yesterday. More
10/01/2017 - Childhood asthma linked to acid-suppressants in pregnancy
Women who take heartburn medication during pregnancy may increase their infants' chances of developing asthma, new research has claimed. More
23/11/2016 - Carb link to IBS
Swedish researchers have found genetic links between carbohydrate intake and irritable bowel syndrome. More
20/10/2016 - Research focus boosts colorectal care
Colorectal cancer patients tend to fare better in hospitals that are actively involved in research, researchers in Leeds say today. More
19/10/2016 - Mixed outcomes for hernia repair
Using mesh to reinforce hernia repair may reduce the risk of re-operation, but carries its own risk of complications, according to a Danish study. More
30/09/2016 - Lifestyle key to be beating cancer gene risk
People at genetic risk of developing colorectal cancer can protect themselves by adopting a healthy lifestyle, according to a new analysis. More
28/09/2016 - Chance for earlier cancer diagnosis
Many cases of bowel cancer that present as an emergency could have been identified earlier, researchers warn today. More
06/09/2016 - Oesophageal cancer sub-types unveiled
Oesophageal cancer has three different sub-types, researchers announced last night. More
21/07/2016 - Omega 3 benefit for bowel cancer patients?
Bowel cancer patients who consume omega 3 fats from fish may help reduce the risk of mortality from their disease, new research suggests. More
01/06/2016 - Focus on children's digestive health
Europe needs to pay attention to the "digestive health" of its children, senior paediatricians have warned. More
13/05/2016 - Depression hampers cancer recovery - study
Patients with chronic depression who are treated for colorectal cancer are much less likely to manage a strong recovery than others, researchers warn today. More
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