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Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Masquerading As Ascites Secondary to Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
Digestive Diseases and Sciences / Terkko Sat, 04 Jul 2009 16:48:40 +0300

Liver Abscesses, Pylephlebitis, and Appendicitis in an Adolescent Male.
Digestive Diseases and Sciences / Terkko Sat, 04 Jul 2009 16:48:40 +0300

Crohn's Colitis Complicated by Cytomegalovirus Infection.
Digestive Diseases and Sciences / Terkko Sat, 04 Jul 2009 16:48:40 +0300

A systematic review of the efficacy and safety of herbal medicines used in the treatment of obesity.
World Journal of Gastroenterology / Terkko Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:58:37 +0300

An overview of animal models for investigating the pathogenesis and therapeutic strategies in acute hepatic failure.
World Journal of Gastroenterology / Terkko Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:58:37 +0300

Molecular characteristics and stages of chronic hepatitis B virus infection.
World Journal of Gastroenterology / Terkko Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:58:37 +0300


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Reply: Persistent Nausea and Abdominal Pain in a Patient with Delayed Gastric Emptying: Shall We Think of Celiac Disease?
Friedenberg FK, Parkman HP Related Articles Reply: Persistent Nausea and Abdominal Pain in a Patient with Delayed Gastric Emptying: Shall We Think of Celiac Disease? Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2009 Jun 26; Authors: Friedenberg FK, Parkman HP PMID: 19563914 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
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Ananthakrishnan AN, McGinley EL, Saeian K Related Articles Reply: Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2009 Jun 26; Authors: Ananthakrishnan AN, McGinley EL, Saeian K PMID: 19563913 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology

The burdens of digestive diseases
Stephen B. HanauerAlthough this journal has an international readership, a recent publication (Everhart, J. E. US Department of Health and Human Services NIDDK National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases [online], [2009]) provides an interesting reference point for the incidence, prevalence and
Liver: Simvastatin might be an effective therapy for portal hypertension in cirrhosis
Rachel Jones Liver: Simvastatin might be an effective therapy for portal hypertension in cirrhosis Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology 6, 379 (2009). doi:10.1038/nrgastro.2009.96 Author: Rachel Jones
Hepatitis C: Angiotensin blockade—halting liver fibrosis
Susan J. Allison Hepatitis C: Angiotensin blockade—halting liver fibrosis Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology 6, 380 (2009). doi:10.1038/nrgastro.2009.91 Author: Susan J. Allison

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

Epithelial vanin-1 controls inflammation-driven carcinogenesis in the colitis-associated colon cancer model
Laurent Pouyet, Céline Roisin-Bouffay, Aurélie Clément, Virginie Millet, Stéphane Garcia, Lionel Chasson, Nathalie Issaly, Agathe Rostan, Paul Hofman, Philippe Naquet, Franck Galland Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:29:00 -0000
Vanin-1 is an epithelial pantetheinase that provides cysteamine to tissue and regulates response to stress. Vanin-1 is expressed by enterocytes, and its absence limits intestinal epithelial cell production of proinflammatory signals. A link between chronic active inflammation and cancer is illustrated in patients with ulcerative colitis, who have an augmented risk of developing colorectal cancer. Indeed, sustained inflammation provides advantageous growth conditions to tumors. We examined whether epithelial cells affect tumorigenesis through vanin-1-dependent modulation of colonic inflammation.To vanin-1-/- mice, we applied the colitis-associated cancer (CAC) protocol, which combines injection of azoxymethane (AOM) with repeated administrations of dextran sodium sulfate (DSS). We numbered tumors and quantified macrophage infiltration and molecular markers of cell death and proliferation. We also tested DSS-induced colitis. We scored survival, tissue damages, proinflammatory cytokine production, and tissue regeneration. Finally, we explored activation pathways by biochemical analysis on purified colonic epithelial cells (CECs) and in situ immunofluorescence.Vanin-1-/- mice displayed a drastically reduced incidence of colorectal cancer in the CAC protocol and manifested mild clinical signs of DSS-induced colitis. The early impact of vanin-1 deficiency on tumor induction was directly correlated to the amount of inflammation and subsequent epithelial proliferation rather than cell death rate; all this was linked to the modulation of NF-[kappa]B pathway activation in CECs.These results emphasize the importance of the intestinal epithelium in the control of mucosal inflammation acting as a cofactor in carcinogenesis. This might lead to novel anti-inflammatory strategies useful in cancer therapy. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2009
Resolvin E1, an endogenous lipid mediator derived from eicosapentaenoic acid, prevents dextran sulfate sodium-induced colitis
Tsukasa Ishida, Masaru Yoshida, Makoto Arita, Yosuke Nishitani, Shin Nishiumi, Atsuhiro Masuda, Shigeto Mizuno, Tetsuya Takagawa, Yoshinori Morita, Hiromu Kutsumi, Hideto Inokuchi, Charles N. Serhan, Richard S. Blumberg, Takeshi Azuma Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:29:00 -0000
Resolvin E1 (RvE1), an endogenous lipid mediator derived from eicosapentaenoic acid, has been identified in local inflammation during the healing stage. RvE1 reduces inflammation in several types of animal models including peritonitis and retinopathy and blocks human neutrophil transendothelial cell migration. The RvE1 receptor ChemR23 is expressed on myeloid cells such as macrophages and dendritic cells. The aim of this study was to determine whether RvE1 regulates colonic inflammation when the innate immune response of macrophages plays a key role in pathogenesis and tissue damage.The RvE1 receptor ChemR23 was expressed in mouse peritoneal macrophages as defined by flow cytometry. Peritoneal macrophages were pretreated with RvE1, followed by lipopolysaccharide stimulation, whereupon transcriptional levels of proinflammatory cytokines were analyzed.RvE1 treatment led to inhibition of proinflammatory cytokines including TNF-[alpha] and IL-12p40. In HEK293 cells, pretreatment with RvE1 inhibited TNF-[alpha]-induced nuclear translocation of NF-[kappa]B in a ChemR23-dependent manner. These results suggested that RvE1 could regulate proinflammatory responses of macrophages expressing ChemR23. Therefore, we investigated the beneficial effects of RvE1 in dextran sulfate sodium-induced colitis. RvE1 treatment led to amelioration of colonic inflammation.These results indicate that RvE1 suppresses proinflammatory responses of macrophages. RvE1 and its receptor may therefore be useful as therapeutic targets in the treatment of human inflammatory bowel disease and other inflammatory disorders. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2009
Quality of care in inflammatory bowel disease: A review and discussion
Michael D. Kappelman, Lena Palmer, Brendan M. Boyle, David T. Rubin Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:29:00 -0000
The Institute of Medicine's publications To Err Is Human and Crossing the Quality Chasm publicized the widespread deficits in U.S. health care quality. Emerging studies continue to reveal deficits in the quality of adult and pediatric care, including subspecialty care. The inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis require diligent, long-term management and attention to their impact on intestinal and extraintestinal organ systems. Although the quality of IBD care has not been prospectively or comprehensively evaluated in the United States, several small studies have demonstrated significant variation in care. As variation may indicate underuse, overuse, or misuse of medical services, such variation suggests a clear need for translating evidence-based practices into the actual practice and follow-up provided for patients. This article reviews the history, rationale, and methods of quality measurement and improvement and identifies the unique challenges in adapting these general strategies to the care of the inflammatory bowel diseases. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2009

 

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Colitis Foundation of America - American organization focused on improving the quality of life of people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis through research. Provides information for both physicians and patients.

Alpha 1 Association - Organization which attempts to identify those affected by alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency and to improve their quality of their lives through support, education, advocacy and research.
Meta Description: [ Alpha-1 Association's mission is to identify those affected by Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and to improve the quality of their lives through suppot, advocacy and research. ]

American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) - A nonprofit, member organization serving the educational and scientific needs of its physicians, researchers, and scientists, who are striving to prevent and cure diseases of the liver and biliary tract.

American Board of Internal Medicine - The site includes information on certification, examinations, policies, and publications of the ABIM subspecialties(eg. internal medicine, gastroenterology).
Meta Description: [ American Board of Internal Medicine, Philadelphia PA 19106. A resource for residents and fellows in training, diplomates, and training program directors for Board Certification and Maintenance of Cetification in Internal Medicine and its subspecialties. Including information for health organizat... ]

American College of Gastroenterology - Organization involved in study and treatment of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. The College promotes medical education and attempts to meet the needs of clinical gastroenterology practitioners.

American Gastroenterological Association - Organization of physicians, researchers and educators whose primary practice or research involves the functions and disorders of the digestive system. Provides information on new developments, jobs available, and a free medicine database.

American Liver Foundation - Provides information about liver in health and disease, research funding, and patient related information.

American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Represents gastroenterologists, surgeons, and other digestive health specialists who are committed to diagnosis and treatment of GI disease through the appropriate use of endoscopic techniques.
Meta Description: [ The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) promotes excellence in gastrointestinal endoscopy for practice, research, and education to members, health care professionals, and the public. ]

American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP) - National medical society of licensed physicians offering specialized programs in the medical treatment of obesity (bariatrics), weight loss and dieting.
Meta Description: [ The American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP) is a professional medical society of licensed physicians who specialize in the medical treatment of obesity (bariatrics) and its associated conditions. ]

American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons - Society of board certified surgeons. Promotes the science and practice of treatment of patients. Search for a surgeon, research, newsletter, and membership information.

British Society of Gastroenterology - Organisation focused on the promotion of gastroenterology within the United Kingdom. It has is composed of physicians, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, scientists, nurses, dietitians, and others interested in the field of gastroenterology.
Meta Description: [ The British Society of Gastroenterology is an organisation focused on the promotion of gastroenterology within the United Kingdom. ]

Canadian Association for the Study of the Liver - Represents a multidisciplinary group of doctors, scientists and health care providers whose expertise focuses on the liver. Committed to improving quality of health care, support education, promote research, and provide a forum for research.

Canadian Association of Gastroenterology - Organization of gastroenterology practitioners and researchers based in Canada.

Canadian Digestive Health Foundation - Dedicated to public education and promoting research to improve quality of life of Canadians with digestive disorders and their families.

Canadian Hemochromatosis Society - Volunteer based organization which provides information to patients and physicians about hemochromatosis.
Meta Description: [ The Canadian Hemochromatosis Society was established to create awareness about this little-known, but common disorder so that early diagnosis would become the rule rather than the exception and needless suffering and premature death from undiagnosed hemochromatosis would become a thing of the pas... ]

500 Certifying Board of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. - Focused on the certifying activities of the Board and is complete with examination, handbook, applications, and resource information.

Cochin Clinical Society - Clinical Society for the Doctors of all specialities in Cochin, India.

Digestive Disease Week - Organization of practitioners focused on digestive diseases.

Digestive Disorders Foundation - United Kingdom based charity which supports research into disorders that can affect the digestive system. Information is provided about various digestive disorders.

European Association for the Study of the Liver - Publishes Journal of Hepatology, with full-text articles online.
Meta Description: [ The essential mission of EASL is to promote liver research and improve the treatment of liver disease throughout the world ]

Helicobacter Pylori Foundation - Dedicated to providing latest information about Helicobacter pylori, its diagnosis, treatment and clinical correlations.

Hepatitis C Society of Canada - Non-profit, national voluntary health organization whose mission is to fight hepatitis C through prevention, early detection, support, appropriate treatment and comfort.

International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) - A nonprofit education and research organization whose mission is to inform, assist, and support people affected by functional gastrointestinal disorders or bowel incontinence.
Meta Description: [ IFFGD addresses issues surrounding life with gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. ]

International Liver Transplantation Society - Organization focused on promoting education and research by disseminating and exchanging information related to liver transplantation within the medical community, as well as to the public

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases - Conducts and supports research on kidney, urologic, hematologic, digestive, metabolic and endocrine diseases, as well as on diabetes and nutrition.
Meta Description: [ National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases of the National Institutes of Health. We conduct and support biomedical research and provide health information. ]

North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition - Advances the understanding of the normal development and physiology of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver in infants, children, and adolescents.
Meta Description: [ The North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition advances the understanding of the normal development and physiology of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver in infants, children, and adolescents. We foster the dissemination of this knowledge thro... ]

OMED: World Organization for Digestive Endoscopy - International organization which participates in promotion of the study and advancement of gastrointestinal endoscopy and works to establish standards of practice and training in endoscopy.

Pediatric / Adolescent Gastroesophageal Reflux Association (PAGER) - Non-profit organization that provides information and support to parents, patients and doctors about Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER).
Meta Description: [ Welcome to the oldest and largest non-profit organization providing information and support on acid reflux to patients, parents and doctors. Founded in 1992 by patients, for patients. ]

Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract - The objectives of the society are to stimulate and foster the development of surgical techniques with a focus on diseases of the alimentary tract. Includes practice guidelines for a few digestive diseases.

Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons - Professional society and CME meeting, representing board certified surgeons who use endoscopy and laparoscopy as an integral part of their treatment of patients.
Meta Description: [ The leading professional society and CME meeting, representing more than 5000 board certified surgeons who use endoscopy and laparoscopy as an integral part of their treatment of patients ]

The American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition - Professional organization whose members are involved in the provision of clinical nutrition therapies, including parenteral and enteral nutrition.

The Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons - Non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the highest standards for the practice of laparoscopy, endoscopy and minimally-invasive surgery.
Meta Description: [ Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, Inc. ]

World Organisation of Gastroenterology - Organization with focus on development of gastroenterology worldwide by supporting interaction between affiliated gastroenterological associations and by supporting research, education and ethics.