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Evidence-Based GI: An ACG Publication and Podcast — 146 episodes
ICYMI: Chronic Hepatitis B: Treatment Criteria Expansion and Demystifying the “Grey Zone”
Appendectomy as an Adjunct in Refractory Ulcerative Colitis
From Confusion to Clarity: A Practical Guide to Hepatic Encephalopathy
What to expect when expecting with IBD
Surgery in cirrhosis: Strategies for risk stratification and optimization
Can tacrolimus tame esophageal lichen planus?
IBD surveillance colonoscopy: to spray or not to spray!
Increased ATTENTION to Early Initiation of Antiviral Therapies in Chronic Hepatitis B Based on Viral Load
Optimizing Bowel Preparation for Colonoscopy: Insights from the USMSTF Recommendations
Tulisokibart, a New Drug for Moderate-to-Severe UC That May Come With Personalized Medicine
Tofacitinib in Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis (TACOS): A Randomized Controlled Trial
Hot Take: Can We Lengthen Surveillance Intervals After EMR With Margin Thermal Ablation?
Redefining Risks in CDH1 Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer
The Edge of a New Frontier: Anti-TL1A Monoclonal Antibodies for Ulcerative Colitis
Cold vs Hot Snare Resection of Large Polyps: A Cooler, Safer Approach for Large Colorectal Polyps
Combination Therapy as Primary Prophylaxis for High-Risk Esophageal Varices
Long Term Efficacy and Safety of Dupilumab for Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Subcutaneous Infliximab for Maintenance of IBD Remission: Added Convenience with Potential for Improved Efficacy?
On-Demand Vonoprazan for Non-Erosive Reflux Disease Symptoms: A New Option
Suboptimal Adherence to Guidelines When Recommending Timing of Repeat Colonoscopy
Reintroducing Foods After Completing Restrictive Low FODMAP Diet
Quality Indicators for Colonoscopy: New Targets… But Will They Be Measured?
Decreasing Cirrhosis Risk in MASLD: Don’t Drink Alcohol!
A PPI a Day Keeps the GI Bleed Away in the ICU
A Laser Ruler to Hit the Mark on Polyp Size
ACG Guideline on Treatment of Helicobacter pylori: New Recommendations… Will Practice Change?
Risankizumab is Superior to Placebo for Induction and Maintenance of Moderate-Severe Ulcerative Colitis (UC): Assessing the UC Treatment Paradigm
Standardized Training for Endoscopic Mucosal Resection of Large Polyps: Does it Reduce Recurrence?
Diagnostic Yield of Prolonged Wireless pH vs 24-hour pH-Impedance Monitoring for Evaluation of Chronic Laryngeal Symptoms
Risankizumab is Superior to Ustekinumab for Induction and Maintenance of Crohn’s disease: The SEQUENCE Trial
Vonoprazan is Efficacious for Non-Erosive Reflux Disease (NERD): An Alternative for PPI-Resistant NERD Patients?
ERCP with Extracorporeal Shock-Wave Lithotripsy for Chronic Pancreatitis: Is It A “Sham” for Improving Pain?
ICYMI: ACG Clinical Guideline on Gastroparesis-Limited Evidence-Based Options
Tirzepatide Produces NASH Resolution and Decreases Fibrosis: Results from the SYNERGY-NASH Trial
Oral Vonoprazan for Prevention of High-Risk Peptic Ulcer Rebleeding: A Better Alternative than IV PPIs?
Long-Term Efficacy and Safety of Ustekinumab for Ulcerative Colitis: 4-Year Data from the UNIFI Maintenance Study
Do Not Extend Interval Between CRC Screening Colonoscopies from 10 to 15 Years: Perils of Administrative Databases
Stemming the Tide: Is Long-acting, IM Octreotide Injection Better than Standard of Care for Angiodysplasia-related GI Bleeding?
Multi-Target Stool RNA Test for Colorectal Cancer Screening: When Should You Use It?
Can IV Metoclopramide Improve Endoscopic Visualization for Patients with Active Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding?
When to Discontinue Colon Polyp Surveillance in Older Adults?
Budesonide Oral Suspension Improves Outcomes in Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Multi-Target Stool DNA Test for CRC Screening: How Accurate is the New Version?
Linaclotide Effective for Functional Constipation in 6-17 Year Olds: First FDA-Approved Constipation Treatment for Children
PROFILE: Can Molecular Biomarkers Predict Outcomes to Crohn’s Disease Treatment?
Cell-free DNA Blood Test for CRC Screening: A Promising Development but Won’t “Eclipse” Current Tools
Resmetirom Produces NASH Resolution and Decreases Fibrosis: Results from the MAESTRO-NASH Trial
How Effective Are Obesity Medications for Reducing Hepatic Decompensation in NASH?
Ustekinumab and Vedolizumab Demonstrate Safety During Pregnancy: Updates from the PIANO Registry
ESD vs EMR for Large Non-Pedunculated Colon Polyps: Fewer Recurrences but More Complications
ICYMI: Eating “Healthy” to Minimize Colon Cancer
When to Discontinue Colorectal Cancer Screening in Older Adults: Chronological Age or Life Expectancy?
ICYMI: How Frequently Should We Perform Colonoscopy in Patients with Serrated Polyposis Syndrome?
Add Prophylactic Pancreatic Duct Stents to Rectal Indomethacin to Minimize Post-ERCP Pancreatitis in High-Risk Patients
Non-Erosive GERD Does Not Lead to an Increased Risk of Esophageal Adenocarcinoma
Making Bowel Preparation Palatable: Efficacy of a Novel Sports Drink Flavor-Optimized PEG and Sulfate Bowel Preparation
Continued Treatment With Tirzepatide Is Necessary to Maintain Weight Loss
Mirikizumab Is Effective for Induction and Maintenance of Ulcerative Colitis
Is Early Ileocecal Resection for Crohn’s Disease An Appropriate Primary Treatment?
Which Endoscopists Benefit from Using Computer-Aided Detection of Polyps During Colonoscopy?
Post-Colonoscopy Colorectal Cancer Due to Missed Polyps in Proximal Colon or Rectum with Sub-Optimal Bowel Cleansing
Overt Evidence for the Efficacy and Safety of Thalidomide in Gastrointestinal Bleeding from Small Intestinal Angiodysplasia
Low-dose Tricyclic Antidepressants for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Definitive Evidence of Benefit from ATLANTIS
Hepatocellular Carcinoma Incidence Rates Are 2%-3% in US Patients with Cirrhosis Regardless of Etiology
ICYMI: Lynch Syndrome-An Aspirin a Day Keeps Colorectal Cancer Away!
Etrasimod, a Sphingosine 1-Phosphate Receptor Modulator, for Moderate-Severe Ulcerative Colitis: New Options for Oral Therapy
Post-Endoscopy Esophageal Adenocarcinoma: Take a PEEC at Endoscopy Quality in Barrett's Esophagus
Surveillance of Branch Duct IPMN – Enough is Enough, At Least in Older Adults and Small, Stable Lesions
GI Adverse Events with GLP-1 Agonists for Weight Loss: Understanding the Risks
The New Frontier of Combination Therapy for IBD: The VEGA RCT
ICYMI: Biosimilar BI 695501 Has Similar Safety and Efficacy to Adalimumab for the Treatment of Crohn’s Disease: VOLTAIRE-CD Study
Hepatitis C Virus Testing and Treatment - A Call To Action
PPIs are NOT Associated with Dementia: Refuting Sensational Claims in a Post-Modern Epidemiologic Era
Time To Simplify ADR Calculation for Colonoscopy Quality Reporting
Cannabidiol: A Potential Therapeutic Option for Idiopathic and Diabetic Gastroparesis
American College of Physicians Guidance Statement on Colorectal Cancer Screening: Pitfalls of Second-Guessing Guidelines
Long Road to Achieving Competence in Cold Snare Polypectomy: Video-Based Feedback Can Help!
“Cooking Up Something New” with a One-Food Elimination Diet: A Simpler Approach to Dietary Therapy for Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Kiwifruit-A Specific Food To Improve Stool Frequency in Patients with Mild Constipation
ICYMI: Albumin Infusions Do Not Improve Outcomes in Hospitalized Patients with Decompensated Cirrhosis-The ATTIRE Trial
Surveillance Colonoscopy Recommendations in Older Adults With Limited Life Expectancy– More Work to be Done!
Upadacitinib Is Effective for the Induction and Maintenance of Moderate-to-Severe Crohn’s Disease
Vedolizumab: An EARNEST Option for the Management of Chronic Pouchitis
Bariatric Surgery Is Superior to Lifestyle Changes + Best Medical Care for Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis: The BRAVES Study
Colonoscopy for Colon Polyp Surveillance: Avoid Recommending Early Surveillance
Free Online Program Improves Adenoma Detection Rate and Decreases Post-Colonoscopy Colorectal Cancer
Screening Colonoscopy in the Elderly Population-Is Less Better?
Cephalosporins and Ciprofloxacin Still Appropriate First-Line Treatment for Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
AGA-ACG Clinical Practice Guideline on Chronic Idiopathic Constipation Treatments: Parsing Benefits and Risks
Disposable Elevator Caps for Duodenoscopes Decrease Persistent Bacterial Contamination Without Hindering Technical ERCP Performance: The ICECAP Trial
Over-the-Scope Clips Decrease Non-Variceal Upper GI Bleeding vs Standard Endoscopic Treatment… In the Right Patient
Prophylactic Antibiotics Do Not Improve Mortality in Severe Alcoholic Hepatitis Treated with Corticosteroids
SEAVUE: a Sea of Change in Biologic Positioning for Crohn’s Disease
ICYMI: Vedolizumab Is Superior to Adalimumab for Clinical Remission and Endoscopic Improvement of Ulcerative Colitis-The VARSITY RCT
Vibrating Capsules for Chronic Constipation: The New Non-Pharmacologic Approach
ICYMI: Can we prevent hepatic decompensation? Most likely, with nonselective beta blockers.
Tumor-based screening for Lynch Syndrome: Check Every Colorectal Cancer
What are the Causes of Post-colonoscopy Colorectal Cancer?
10-Year Intervals After Normal Screening Colonoscopy: It’s Not Too Long with High-Quality Colonoscopy
Cold Snare Decreases Post-Polypectomy Bleeding vs Hot Snare for Small Polyps
Dupilumab, an IgG4 Monoclonal Antibody, for Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Revising the Treatment Paradigm
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Is Effective for Patients with Obesity Who MERIT Intervention
Early Colonoscopy for Acute Lower GI Bleeding Usually Is Not the Answer
Direct-Acting Antiviral Therapy for Hepatitis C Virus Decreases All-Cause Mortality and Decompensated Cirrhosis: Treat (Virtually) Everyone
ICYMI: Is Terlipressin for the Treatment of Hepato-Renal Syndrome Ready for Primetime: Results of the CONFIRM Trial
Risankizumab, an Interleukin-23 Inhibitor, for Moderate-Severe Crohn’s Disease: Advancing Care Beyond Anti-TNF Therapy
Risankizumab, an Interleukin-23 Inhibitor, for Moderate-Severe Crohn’s Disease: Advancing Care Beyond Anti-TNF Therapy
When It’s Not Acid Reflux: Managing PPI-Resistant GERD Patients Based on Bravo Results
RBX2660, a Donor Stool Product for Fecal Microbiota Transplant, Decreases Recurrent Clostridioides difficile Infection: The First FDA-Approved Live Biotherapeutic Product
NSAID Use and the Risk of IBD Exacerbations: Fact or Fiction
Continuing Anti-TNF Agents past 24 Weeks of Pregnancy Associated with Fewer IBD Relapses with No Increase in Adverse Fetal Outcomes
Ozanimod, a Selective Selective Sphingosine-1-Phosphatase Receptor Modulator, for Moderate-Severe Ulcerative Colitis: Re-Thinking the Top-Down Treatment Algorithm for UC
ICYMI: Surgery is Superior to Medical Therapy for PPI-Refractory Heartburn in the “Right” Patients
Vonoprazan, a Potassium-Channel Acid Blocker, is Superior to Lansoprazole for Managing Erosive Esophagitis
Reinvestigating the Lack of Association Between Proton Pump Inhibitor Use and Mortality by Accounting for Reverse Causation
Upadacitinib, a Selective JAK1 Inhibitor, for Moderate-Severe Ulcerative Colitis: Adjusting the Top-Down Treatment Algorithm for UC
Colonoscopy Reduces CRC Incidence and CRC-Related Mortality…. If You Get It!
High Adenoma Detection Rate Decreases Post-Colonoscopy CRC in FIT-Based Screening Program: Quality Matters!
Acute pancreatitis: Need IV fluid resuscitation but avoid a WATERFALL!
ICYMI-Pantoprazole Prophylaxis Does Not Reduce 90-day Mortality and Clinically Significant Adverse Events in ICU Patients
Achieve IBD Remission Before Pregnancy: PIANO Registry Data Shows Adverse Perinatal Outcomes For Infants Associated with IBD Flares and Steroid Use; and Continue Thiopurines and Anti-TNF Agents If Your IBD Patient Becomes Pregnant
Time to Increase Adenoma Detection Rate Benchmarks for Screening Colonoscopies
ADR Isn’t the Only Game in Town: Proximal Serrated Lesion Detection Rates Predicts Interval Cancer Risk
Tiny Polyps-It’s OK to Remove Polyps equal or less than 3mm with Large Biopsy Forceps
Prophylactic Rifaximin Decreases Post-TIPS Hepatic Encephalopathy
SER-109, an Oral Microbiome Therapy, Decreases Recurrent Clostridiodes difficile Infection
When Is Routine Prophylactic Clipping Indicated Post-Polypectomy?
Tenapanor (IBSRELA) for Treatment of IBS-C: Effective over 26 Weeks
Low Grade Dysplasia in Barrett’s Esophagus – Get Two Expert GI Pathologist Reviews and Repeat EGD After PPI Treatment
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring of Maintenance Infliximab Is Beneficial for Patients with Immunemediated Inflammatory Diseases
Endoscopic Eradication Therapy for Neoplastic Barrett’s Esophagus Demonstrates 94% Treatment Success and Long-term Durability
Increased Risk of Metachronous Neoplasia After Incomplete Polyp Resection – Time to CARE About Polypectomy Technique!
It’s a Bad “Prep” Even Though the Patient Took It Correctly: Consider 15 mg Bisacodyl plus 4-Liter PEG Split Prep Before Next Colonoscopy
Effectiveness of Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss: It’s Not Just When You Eat, but What You Eat, Too!
Family Matters: Increased Risk of Colorectal Cancer among Individuals with Family History of Polyps
Slow Down to Speed Up Quality: Longer Withdrawal Time of 9 Versus 6 Minutes Increases Adenoma Detection Rate
Drainage for Infected Pancreatic Necrosis – Earlier Is Not Better
Hereditary Syndrome Risk Assessment in all Colorectal Cancer Patients: Keep it Simple!
Treating All the Symptoms of IBS-C: Linaclotide Significantly Decreases Abdominal Pain, Bloating, and Discomfort
A New “Pill Prep” for Colonoscopy: An Effective Alternative for Individuals Who Won’t Drink GoLytely®
Inching Closer to a NASH Cure: Daily Semaglutide Achieves Resolution of NASH but Not Fibrosis after 72 Weeks
Computer-aided Detection Systems increase detection of non-advanced adenomas, but is it ready for prime-time?
Piecemeal Cold Snare Polypectomy of Large SSP: Cold Is the New Hot
Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity
Screening Colonoscopy Decreases Colorectal Cancer Incidence and Related Mortality in Healthy Patients Over 75
Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndrome with IBD and Thiopurines Impact on Risk