Daily Archives: August 10, 2021

Regular use of proton pump inhibitor and the risk of inflammatory bowel disease: pooled analysis of three prospective cohorts

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have a major impact on gut microbiome and immune function which in turn, may increase the risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). We undertake this study to evaluate PPI use and subsequent risk of IBD and subtypes (Crohn… Continue reading

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The impact of COVID-19 on pancreatic cancer research and the path forward

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Parallel-group controlled trial of surgery versus chemoradiotherapy in patients with stage I esophageal squamous cell carcinoma

Surgery is the standard of care for T1bN0M0 esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), while chemoradiotherapy (CRT) is a treatment option. This trial aimed to investigate the non-inferiority of CRT relative to surgery for T1bN0M0 ESCC. Continue reading

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Two novel autoantibodies in patients with ulcerative colitis

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Potential impact of time trend of lifestyle risk factors on burden of major gastrointestinal cancers in China

China has the largest number of liver, esophageal, and gastric cancer incidence, and the second highest colorectal cancer incidence in 2020. Examining the time trend of relevant lifestyle risk factors would help project the trend of these gastrointesti… Continue reading

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An Unusual Cause of Varicose Vein of Left Lower Extremities

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