Obscure gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding creates a diagnostic challenge for gastroenterologists. Many patients undergo multiple blood transfusions and repeated studies. Modern imaging techniques improve ...

Frequent heartburn can indicate gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). If untreated, GERD can cause inflammation in the ...

New research says that just one episode of binge drinking can impact the intestinal lining, causing “leaky gut” syndrome ...

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

When you have iron-deficiency anemia, low iron leads to a lack of red blood cells to carry oxygen to various parts of your body. Sometimes a gastrointestinal (GI) disorder causes this type of anemia.

Scientists at the University of Victoria (UVic) have discovered that a glycoprotein called Reelin may play a key role in restoring intestinal health, as well as reducing symptoms associated with ...

Emulate, Inc. Awarded Grant to Use Intestine-Chip to Study Human GI Infections Aboard the International Space Station Research in space will use Emulate’s Organs-on-Chips technology to understand ...

Small intestine lymphoma occurs when non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma affects the small intestine. It can cause abdominal pain, weight loss, and fever. Treatment involves chemotherapy, surgery, or radiation ...

Market OverviewThe global gastrointestinal stent market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 6% over the forecast period. Key factors driving this growth include the rising prevalence of ...

The mycobacteria that typically cause lung tuberculosis (TB) can also cause gastrointestinal (GI) TB. This condition typically requires prompt treatment with anti-tuberculous drugs. GI TB can involve ...