IBD Linked to 9-Fold Increased Risk for Depression
A bidirectional link between inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and depression was found in a large cohort study; the findings extended to siblings of patients with IBD.
Gastrointestinal Illnesses
DDW 2022 Updates: IBS, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and C difficile
Read updates on effective treatments for IBS, the effects of food allergies on proton pump inhibitor efficacy, and oral microbiome therapy for C difficile and more from DDW 2022.
The Effect of Secretor Status on Gut Microbiome Diversity in Acute Gastroenteritis
Researchers conducted a study to evaluate the relationship between the composition and diversity of the gut microbiome and secretor status among patients with acute gastroenteritis due to norovirus infection.
Novel Microbiome Therapy Reduces Risk for Recurrent C Difficile Infection
Investigators assessed the efficacy of a novel microbiome therapeutic, SER-109, for the treatment of recurrent C difficile infection.
Community-Acquired Clostridioides difficile Cases in Children on the Rise
An increase in pediatric cases of C difficile is linked to use of broad-spectrum antibiotics, recurrent infections, and a growth in highly virulent strains.
Atypical Celiac Disease: Diagnosing Nonintestinal Cases in Primary Care
Atypical celiac disease may present as dermatitis herpetiformis, anemia, elevated transaminases, short stature, and osteopenia/osteoporosis.
Psychological Burden in Patients With Distressing GI Complaints and Somatic Symptom Disorder
Researchers investigated which patients with distressing and chronic GI complaints also fulfilled criteria for a somatic symptom disorder.
Pathogenic Effects of Probiotics in Children With Acute Gastroenteritis
Researchers compared the effects of probiotics vs placebo for the treatment of children with diarrhea secondary to acute gastroenteritis.
Positive Predictors of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Pediatric Populations
Researchers sought to identify the symptoms that are likely to occur among pediatric patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection detected via polymerase chain reaction testing.
Controversies in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastroparesis
Researchers addressed common misconceptions regarding the diagnosis and treatment of gastroparesis.
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