Gastroenterology
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Gluten-heart link examined
There is no evidence that high gluten intake among non-celiac people is linked to heart disease, researchers say today. Read more
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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. Read more
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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. Read more
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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. Read more
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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. Read more
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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. Read more
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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. Read more
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Carb link to IBS
Swedish researchers have found genetic links between carbohydrate intake and irritable bowel syndrome. Read more
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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. Read more
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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. Read more