Volume 8

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Advanced endoscopy, namely endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), has an integral role in the diagnosis and management of patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). ERCP is frequently performed in this population to diagnose Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) or to manage strictures. This study aims to evaluate ERCP-related AEs in IBD patients using …

Measure Twice, Cut Once: Appraising The Safety of ERCP in IBD Read More »

1. Abstract 1.1. Objective: Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is the most important cause of hepatic steatosis and hypertransaminasemia in western countries. The objective was to evaluate the prevalence of NAFLD among a population of 261025 people in the East Valladolid public healthcare area in Spain.

1. Abstract 1.1. Introduction: Anastomotic leaks and fistulas as well as perforations do lead to increased morbidity and mortality. Several interventional endoscopic techniques such as stents, clips, endoscopic suturing and endoscopic vacuum therapy, can help in reducing an unfavorable outcome of these patients, using a differentiated management of leakages. An important feature of these therapeutic …

Potential of Absorption, Capillary Effect and Sponge-Effect in Endoscopic-Assisted Therapy for Leaks and Fistulas Read More »

1. Abstract 1.1. Objectives This study aims to investigate changes in esophageal function in patients with gastroesophageal reflux-induced chronic cough (GERC) evaluated by high-resolution esophageal manometry (HRM).