Gastroenterology

Three studies in the July issue of Gastroenterology report on the durability of radiofrequency ablation therapy for Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to the author of an editorial accompanying the studies, Dr. Douglas A. Corley.

An editorial in the June issue of Gastroenterology discusses the urgent need to establish a worldwide definition for acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF). Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. Jasmohan S Bajaj.

This year's annual, special “13th” issue of Gastorenterology is entitled, “The Pancreas: Biology, Diseases, and Therapy.” Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to Dr. Anil Rustgi, author of a commentary in that issue on history of clinical advances in pancreatic disease.

A review article in the May issue of Gastroenterology looks at the molecular pathways involved in benign hepatocellular tumors and discusses how this basic knowledge has been progressively translated into personalized clinical care.

An editorial in the April issue of Gastroenterology looks at how the introduction of esophageal pressure topography has changed our understanding of achalasia and esophageal motor diseases. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. John E. Pandolfino of Northwes

. A commentary in the March of Gastroenterology takes an overview of recent differing screening recommendations from the CDC and USPSTF for Hepatitis C Virus Infection. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to Dr. Fasiha Kanwal

A study in the February issue of Gastroenterology sought to characterize phenotypic variation in constipated patients through high-resolution anorectal manometry. Dr. Kuemmerle discusses the results with Dr. Adil Bharucha of the Mayo Clinic.

Two papers in the January issue of Gastroenterology seek to identify noninvasive tests that can evaluate patients w/ cirrhosis for complications such as portal hypertension and varices. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to editorial co-author Dr. Guadalupe Garcia-Tsao

A study in the December issue of Gastroenterology finds that among patients with pancreatic sphincter dysfunction, biliary sphincterotomy or a combination of biliary and pancreatic sphincterotomy similarly prevent acute pancreatitis; with Dr. Gregory Cote

A study in the November issue of Gastroenterology found that postmenopausal hormone therapy was associated with an increased risk of ulcerative colitis, but not Crohn's disease. Dr. Kuemmerle discusses these findings with Dr. Andrew T. Chan.

A new population-based study in the October issue of Gastroenterology reveals a new risk-stratification biomarker panel for Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with author Dr. Rebecca C. Fitzgerald.

The US Multi-Society Task Force on Colorectal Cancer has revised and updated its guidelines for colonoscopy surveillance after screening and polypectomy. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. David A. Lieberman of Oregon Health and Science University

An article in the August issue of Gastroenterology provides consensus recommendations for management of Barrett's dysplasia and early-stage esophageal adenocarcinoma. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks w/ author Dr. Jausz Jankowski.

The MSCGE was developed by the four national GI societies to address the need for a complete and programmatic approach to the training of procedure sedation. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to Committee Chair Dr. John Vargo about the curriculum.

Three GI societies have developed a new practice guideline for the diagnosis and management of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. Naga Chalasani about these recommendations.

A study in the May issue of Gastroenterology finds that cell-type–specific expression pattern of ISGs varies among patients with different IL28B genotypes and is a strong predictor of response to interferon-based treatment. Featuring Dr. Jordan Feld.

A comprehensive review article in the April issue of Gastroenterology looks at the role of obesity and lipotoxicity in the development of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. Kenneth Cusi.

A study in the March issue of Gastroenterology examined whether mobilization of bone marrow–derived stem cells with granulocyte colony–stimulating factor (G-CSF) might promote hepatic regeneration for patients with acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF).

A study in the February issue of Gastroenterology assessed colorectal neoplasm detection by a next-generation sDNA test and effects of covariates on test performance. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to first author Dr. David A. Ahlquist

Maintenance of Remission Among Patients With Crohn's Disease on Antimetabolite Therapy After Infliximab Therapy Is Stopped. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to the first author of this study in the January issue of Gastroenterology, Prof. Edouard Louis.