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JAK inhibitors are associated with higher hepatitis B virus reactivation rates than IL-12/23 or IL-17 inhibitors
Gastroenterology Meta-analysis
JAK inhibitors are associated with higher hepatitis B virus reactivation rates than IL-12/23 or IL-17 inhibitors Specific Immune Inhibitors Show Varying Risks for Hepatitis B Reactivation
This meta-analysis of 29 studies evaluated the risk of hepatitis B virus reactivation (HBVr) in patients receiving various immunomodulators.…
New analysis shows that certain immune inhibitors like JAK inhibitors may carry a higher risk of hepatitis B reactivation than other drug cl…
Immune crosstalk between innate and adaptive compartments drives inflammatory mechanisms in MASLD and MASH progression
Gastroenterology Sys. Review
Immune crosstalk between innate and adaptive compartments drives inflammatory mechanisms in MASLD and MASH progression Immune system crosstalk drives fatty liver disease progression
This systematic review examines the role of immune system interactions in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) a…
A new review reveals that immune cells talking to each other may be what pushes fatty liver disease toward severe liver damage.
Schroth combined with sensory integration training shows greatest Cobb angle reduction in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
Gastroenterology Meta-analysis
Schroth combined with sensory integration training shows greatest Cobb angle reduction in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis Specific exercise routines may help reduce scoliosis curvature in teens
This network meta-analysis of 1,149 patients evaluated various scoliosis-specific exercise protocols for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Th…
A specific combination of Schroth exercises and sensory training shows promise in reducing spinal curvature for teens with idiopathic scolio…
Plant-derived exosome-like nanoparticles mitigate weight loss and improve colon length in ulcerative colitis models
Gastroenterology Meta-analysis
Plant-derived exosome-like nanoparticles mitigate weight loss and improve colon length in ulcerative colitis models Plant Nanoparticles Show Potential to Treat Ulcerative Colitis
This meta-analysis of 25 preclinical studies involving 304 animal subjects indicates that plant-derived exosome-like nanoparticles (PELNs) m…
New research on plant-derived nanoparticles shows promise for treating ulcerative colitis symptoms and improving gut health in animal models…
Axial psoriatic arthritis is associated with significantly lower HLA-B27 positivity than axial spondyloarthritis
Gastroenterology Meta-analysis
Axial psoriatic arthritis is associated with significantly lower HLA-B27 positivity than axial spondyloarthritis Genetic Markers Help Distinguish Psoriatic Arthritis From Spondylitis
This meta-analysis compared clinical features between patients with axial psoriatic arthritis (ax-PsA) and axial spondyloarthritis (ax-SpA).…
A large review of over 10,000 patients shows that specific genetic markers can help doctors tell two similar types of arthritis apart.
The bile acid-gut microbiota-vitamin D axis may influence pathogenesis of biliary atresia
Gastroenterology Sys. Review
The bile acid-gut microbiota-vitamin D axis may influence pathogenesis of biliary atresia Bile acid-gut microbiota-vitamin D axis may affect biliary atresia
This systematic review examines the roles of bile acid metabolism, gut microbiota composition, and vitamin D levels in children with biliary…
A new review suggests a link between bile acids, gut bacteria, and vitamin D in biliary atresia, offering potential new treatment targets.
Oral diseases stem from disrupted host-microbiome-immune balance, narrative review argues
Gastroenterology Sys. Review
Oral diseases stem from disrupted host-microbiome-immune balance, narrative review argues New research explores how oral bacteria drive gum disease
This narrative review argues that periodontitis, dental caries, and oral squamous cell carcinoma should be understood as disorders of host-m…
Oral health depends on a delicate balance between your immune system, tissue barriers, and the trillions of microbes living in your mouth.
Anthraquinone laxatives may produce active metabolites via gut microbiota conversion leading to melanosis coli
Gastroenterology Sys. Review
Anthraquinone laxatives may produce active metabolites via gut microbiota conversion leading to melanosis coli Gut bacteria may turn laxatives into active compounds for some
This narrative review examines the role of gut microbiota and anthraquinone biotransformation in the development of melanosis coli. The auth…
Your gut bacteria might be changing how your body processes certain laxatives, potentially contributing to a condition called melanosis coli…
Long COVID causes consistent long-term deterioration in physical functioning, vitality, fatigue, and respiratory distress
Gastroenterology Meta-analysis
Long COVID causes consistent long-term deterioration in physical functioning, vitality, fatigue, and respiratory distress Long COVID causes lasting decline in physical function and vitality
This systematic review of 10 studies involving 1,078 patients with Long COVID identifies a consistent decline in health-related quality of l…
People with Long COVID face significant long-term struggles with fatigue, pain, and daily activities compared to healthy individuals.
Lower liver-expressed TRIB1AL levels are associated with reduced liver fat and cardiovascular risk
Gastroenterology Meta-analysis
Lower liver-expressed TRIB1AL levels are associated with reduced liver fat and cardiovascular risk Genetic research identifies a new target for fatty liver disease
This meta-analysis examines the role of long noncoding RNA TRIB1AL in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The …
Researchers identified a specific gene, TRIB1AL, that could be a key target for treating fatty liver and heart health issues.
Astragalus membranaceus derivatives restore immune tolerance and homeostasis in digestive system diseases
Gastroenterology Sys. Review
Astragalus membranaceus derivatives restore immune tolerance and homeostasis in digestive system diseases Astragalus herb shows promise for digestive diseases
This systematic review of 112 studies examines the immunomodulatory mechanisms of Astragalus membranaceus and its derivatives. The authors c…
A review of 112 studies finds Astragalus membranaceus may help restore immune balance in digestive diseases.
Laparoscopic partial hepatectomy provides definitive diagnosis and treatment for large atypical hepatic lesions in adolescents
Gastroenterology Sys. Review
Laparoscopic partial hepatectomy provides definitive diagnosis and treatment for large atypical hepatic lesions in adolescents Surgery provides clear diagnosis for large liver growths in teens
This case report and literature review describes a 17-year-old female with an enlarging focal nodular hyperplasia (FNH) lesion. The authors …
A growing liver mass in a teenager was finally identified as a specific type of growth after surgery provided a definitive diagnosis.

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