Search results for "Weight loss"
Weight loss interventions may improve biomarkers of liver disease in NAFLD
In a meta-analysis of 22 studies in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), weight loss interventions were associated with improvements in alanine aminotransferase level, liver steatosis, histologic NAFLD activity score, and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis.
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2019/07/26/3.htm
26 Jul 2019
MKSAP Quiz: 6-month history of constipation
A 52-year-old man is evaluated for a 6-month history of constipation. He has bowel movements once every 5 days, low back pain after 2 days without a bowel movement, and straining during defecation. He reports no abdominal pain. After a physical exam and lab tests, what is the most appropriate management?
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2023/11/17/4.htm
17 Nov 2023
More patient deaths associated with intragastric balloon weight-loss systems
Clinicians should closely monitor patients with intragastric balloons for complications and explain symptoms that could be signs of serious or life-threatening problems, the FDA advised.
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2018/06/22/7.htm
22 Jun 2018
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for nocturnal heartburn, regurgitation
A 35-year-old woman is evaluated for nocturnal heartburn and regurgitation. She has a 5-year history of gastroesophageal reflux disease. She takes omeprazole every day 30 minutes before breakfast. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate additional management?
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2023/08/25/4.htm
25 Aug 2023
NASH management conflicts with guidelines in real-world setting, study finds
Researchers sought to learn how patient characteristics vary by stages of liver scarring and how U.S. physicians manage nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH).
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2023/05/26/2.htm
26 May 2023
Care of the patient after metabolic and bariatric surgery
An In the Clinic article reviewed key issues that internists should be aware of to help support patients' health in the short and long term after weight loss surgery.
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2022/05/27/7.htm
27 May 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Dysphagia to solid foods
This month's quiz asks readers to determine the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform in a 57-year-old patient with dysphagia to solid foods, weight loss, and a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease.
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2022/03/25/4.htm
25 Mar 2022
GLP-1 receptor agonists linked to increased risk of gallbladder, biliary diseases
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 76 randomized trials found that use of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists was associated with increased risk of gallbladder or biliary diseases, especially when used at higher doses, for longer durations, and for weight loss.
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2022/04/22/7.htm
22 Apr 2022
Marketing authorized for endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty systems
The systems are the first to be authorized by the FDA for the minimally invasive weight-loss procedure, which is intended for adults with obesity who have not been able to lose weight or maintain weight loss through measures such as diet and exercise.
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2022/08/26/12.htm
26 Aug 2022
Is this patient a good candidate for bariatric surgery?
The Annals Consult Guys recently discussed the current indications for bariatric surgery, various bariatric procedures, and complication risk prediction.
https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2023/02/24/11.htm
24 Feb 2023