Liver cirrhosis: epidemiology, risk factors, potential complications, and possible treatment strategies
April 2026
In 2025, liver cirrhosis, characterized by hepatic fibrosis and regenerating nodules, with over 185 million individuals infected globally (>3% of the world population), represented a significant global...
Alcohol-associated liver disease: A review
April 2025
Alcohol-associated Liver Disease (ALD) is a collection of liver disorders caused by prolonged and excessive alcohol consumption, ranging from fatty liver alterations to fibrosis and cirrhosis. This...
Drug-induced liver injury: An overview and update
April 2023
Drug-induced liver injury (DILI) is a relatively rare but important adverse event for a variety of commonly used drugs, herbal and dietary supplements, illegal drugs and novel agents. The actual epidemiology...
Liver lobes and cirrhosis: Diagnostic insights from lobar ratios
January 2025
Liver cirrhosis is the formation of abnormal nodular structure and fibrosis. Globally it accounts for 4 % of all deaths. Alcohol, viral hepatitis, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease are the most...
When the gut Speaks: The hidden toll of irritable bowel syndrome on body and mind
July 2025
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a multifaceted gastrointestinal disorder that transcends the gut, affecting the physical, psychological, and social well-being of millions worldwide. Despite its prevalence,...
The gut-brain connection in inflammatory bowel disease: Mechanisms, mental health, and therapeutic horizons
April 2026
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, is a chronic inflammatory condition that extends beyond the gut, affecting systemic and psychological health. The...
Colorectal cancer spectrum: From subtypes and epidemiology to oncotherapies
April 2025
Colorectal cancer (CRC) has an incidence rate of 10 % and is the third most common cause of mortality worldwide, following breast and lung cancer. The clinical symptoms of CRC appear in the last phases...
Impact of COVID-19 vaccines on liver function: A state of the art and challenges for healthcare providers
January 2024
COVID-19 vaccines have significantly reduced the virus's spread, but they may impact liver function. Although most individuals tolerate the vaccines well, rare cases of liver injury have been reported....
Use of ‘Diarrhea Stool Card’ in acute diarrhea management in under 5 Years children in resource constraints country
April 2024
Antibiotics are often overused in the management of diarrhea, despite few indications. Lack of confidence regarding the causative organism and limited access to diagnostic facilities contribute to the...
Ilaprazole: Distinctive pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties among proton pump inhibitors
July 2025
Ilaprazole is a new proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that provides effective and sustained intragastric acid suppression. As PPIs are foundational medications in the treatment of acid-related disorders,...
Refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): A clinical, endoscopic, and histopathological perspective –a single centre cross-sectional study
July 2024
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) manifests as the regurgitation of stomach contents into the esophagus, causing symptoms and potential complications. Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) stand as the...
Unravelling the unexpected: intestinal malrotation in adults- a retrospective observational study
July 2026
Although congenital intestinal malrotation is typically diagnosed in infancy, it can occasionally present in adults, often with vague and persistent gastrointestinal symptoms. Due to its rarity and...
Green endoscopy: Sustainable practices and implementation strategies for environmentally responsible gastrointestinal care
July 2026
Healthcare contributes an estimated approximately 5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with endoscopic procedures among significant contributors through high energy consumption, extensive single-use...
Prevalence of peptic ulcer disease and its associated factors in Jeddah Saudi Arabia
January 2025
Peptic ulcer disease's (PUD) global significance, emphasizing its health burdens and associations with factors like Helicobacter pylori infection and lifestyle habits. The need for comprehensive approaches...
Bacillus coagulans as a potent intervention for treating irritable bowel syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized control trials
January 2024
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is the most common functional gastrointestinal tract disorder. Bacillus coagulans (BC) is a potent spore-forming probiotic that has been proposed as a potent supplement...
Primary enterolith-induced small bowel obstruction in an elderly male without underlying intestinal pathology: A case report
July 2026
Enteroliths are a rare cause of intestinal obstruction. When obstruction is caused by an enterolith, it is often associated with underlying intestinal anomalies, such as diverticula. Acute intestinal...
Exploring the effects of reflexology on gastrointestinal symptoms in Type-2 diabetic patients: A quasi-experimental study
January 2026
Type 2 diabetes is a growing global health concern, often leading to gastrointestinal complications that impact quality of life. Reflexology, a non-invasive therapy, may help alleviate these symptoms,...
Digital Twin Technology in Endoscopy: Current Applications, Challenges, and Future Perspectives
Available online 19 June 2026
Endoscopic procedures have evolved significantly with advances in imaging, robotics, and artificial intelligence. However, procedural complexity, anatomical variations, and the high cost of device testing...
Effective non-surgical treatment of hemorrhoids with sclerosing foam and novel injection device
October 2024
To determine the effectiveness of a novel protocol to treat patients with hemorrhoidal disease....
Current evidence and emerging role of endoscopic bariatric and metabolic therapies in gastrointestinal endoscopy
April 2026
Obesity and related metabolic disorders, such as type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD) and dyslipidemia, are rising global health concerns. Traditional management...
Epidemiology and underlying aetiology of liver cirrhosis in Africa, with emphasis on hepatitis B: Systematic review and meta-analysis
July 2026
Liver cirrhosis is increasingly prevalent globally. Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) has the world's highest cirrhosis related morbidity and mortality. Liver cirrhosis is potentially preventable condition when...
Vitamin D supplementation for disease activity and maintenance of remission in inflammatory bowel Disease: A systematic Review and meta-analysis
April 2026
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has been linked to immune dysregulation and vitamin D deficiency, leading to growing interest in vitamin D supplementation as a potential adjunctive therapy. This systematic...
The association between sleep disorder and risk of early-onset colorectal cancer: A narrative review
July 2026
Sleep patterns and circadian rhythms play pivotal roles in human health, and their disruption has been associated with various adverse outcomes. This comprehensive narrative review focuses on the early-onset...
Ultrasonic diagnosis of hepatic and splenic infarction: A case report
April 2025
It is extremely rare for both the liver and spleen to experience infarction simultaneously. Hepatic and splenic infarction is a severe condition, and early diagnosis has a significant impact on the...
Evaluation of antiulcer activity of Launaea nudicaulis (L.) Hook.f (Gojihva) in experimental rat models
January 2026
The study aimed to evaluate the antiulcer activity of a 50 % hydroalcoholic extract of Launaea nudicaulis (L.) Hook.f (LN) using two experimental rat models: aspirin-induced gastric ulcer and aspirin...
