Avantis names CEO, CFO Aug 26, 2008
Sunnyvale-based Avantis is a visualization technology company focused on improved detection and prevention of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract. Dodson is a medical device executive with a 20-year career of leading large global teams for companies that include and. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Lt. Gov. Knoll's cancer is slow to grow Aug 22, 2008
About 70 percent of cases begin in the gastrointestinal tract, though the tumors can also be found in the lungs or other areas of the body, said Dr. Dulabh K. Monga, an assistant professor at Allegheny General Hospital's cancer center. Common sites include the adrenal glands, pancreas, chest and neck, Dr. Carty said. (Pittsburgh Post Gazette)
Breaking The 'Mucus Barrier' With A New Drug Delivery System Aug 22, 2008
Mucus, the slippery secretion lining the lung airways, surface of the eye, gastrointestinal tract, and female reproductive tract, may seem delicate. But it is a tenacious barrier, effectively keeping out most pathogens and limiting infections. (Science Daily)
Family favorite launches barbecue business Aug 21, 2008
"She had one son, but he died years ago. Hopefully, she's up there watching me ... and smiling." Aunt and nephew share a second connection: Crohn's Disease - defined by Crohn's is Foundation of America as "a chronic disorder that causes inflammation of the digestive or gastrointestinal tract." "Down the road a bit, I want to donate portions of my profits to Crohn's research in the hopes of finding a cure," Slater says. "I can't do this right now because there is a very fine line between my cost... (Springfield Sun, PA)
Sweet, Sour ... Or, Newfound Calcium Taste? Aug 21, 2008
" Tordoff's team used genetic methods to pinpoint two receptors involved in tasting calcium. A receptor is a molecule either on the surface of or inside a cell that serves as the binding or docking site for a specific substance. When that substance calcium, for instance attaches to the receptor, a specific effect occurs, such as a release of signals resulting in the sensation of taste. The research shows that the taste of calcium is detected by two receptors on the tongue. One is a... (Science Daily)
North Shore Walk-A-Thon to cure Scleroderma Aug 19, 2008
The disease, which literally means hard skin, can cause thickening and tightening of skin, as well as serious damage to internal organs, including the lungs, heart, kidneys, esophagus and gastrointestinal tract. Scleroderma occurs three to four times more often in women than in men, and the disease also attacks children and the elderly. (Danvers Herald, MA)
New Evidence On Benefits Of Breast Feeding Aug 13, 2008
12, 2008) Researchers in Switzerland and Australia are reporting identification of proteins in human breast-milk not present in cow's milk that may fight disease by helping remove bacteria, viruses and other dangerous pathogen's from an infant's gastrointestinal tract. See also. (Science Daily)
Pain in Chest, Upper Abdomen an Ominous Sign Aug 7, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Unexplained pain in the chest or upper gastrointestinal tract may signal an increased risk of death from alcohol-related causes, pneumonia or lung cancer, Danish researchers report. People with these symptoms are also more likely to be hospitalized for "ischemic" heart disease - the type of heart disease caused by restricted blood flow in heart arteries, Dr. Estrid Muff Munk and colleagues from Aarhus University Hospital found. (MEDLINEplus)
Pre-pregnancy diabetes tied to more birth defects Aug 1, 2008
The study also showed a wide range of birth defects that included malformation of the heart, spine, limbs and gastrointestinal tract. Diabetes is not discriminating in which birth defects it s linked to, said Dr. Adolfo Correa, a CDC epidemiologist who was the study s lead author. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Bingo master carries on while wife still missing Aug 1, 2008
On Thursday, Feb. 28, Virginia Ratliff, 83, set off behind the wheel of a car - for only one of a few times in five or six years, due to bouts with dementia - toward Jackson to see her husband in the G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center, where he was staying for problems with his gastrointestinal tract. She hasn't been seen or heard from since. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Study: Diabetes, Birth Defects Linked Jul 31, 2008
Among the defects in children born to women with diabetes are heart problems, brain and spinal defects, oral clefts, kidney and gastrointestinal tract defects, and limb deficiencies. Diabetes diagnosed before pregnancy was linked with about 50% of the birth defect categories analyzed. (WebMD)
Mama Giraffe Was Pregnant When She Died Jul 31, 2008
Further tests will be needed to confirm the cause of death, but officials said that the necropsy showed several problems, including enlarged lymph nodes, inflammation within the giraffe's gastrointestinal tract and more than 100 black masses throughout the body. Gezi, who gave birth to a female calf in February, collapsed at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, suffering from cardiac and respiratory arrest. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
SF Zoo Giraffe Pregnant, Had 100 'Black Masses' In Body When Died Jul 31, 2008
The necropsy showed Gezi had enlarged lymph nodes, inflammation within her gastrointestinal tract and more than 100 "suspicious black masses" throughout her body, zoo officials said. They did not elaborate on what the masses might be. (NBC 11, CA)
5 things you didn't know about ... Myiasis Jul 30, 2008
Various forms of myiasis depend on the area affected skin, body cavity, gastrointestinal tract, wound. In the United States, myiasis is primarily seen in people who have recently traveled to Central or South America or Africa. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Pre-Pregnancy Diabetes Boosts Risk for Birth Defects Jul 30, 2008
This is the first study to identify the wide range of birth defects -- such as heart defects, brain and spine defects, oral clefts, limb deficiencies, and defects of the kidneys and gastrointestinal tract -- associated with pre-pregnancy diagnoses of type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The study was published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. (Health-Finder)
Acidic Drinks Don't Harm GI Tract Jul 30, 2008
A comprehensive new research review confirms that the upper gastrointestinal tract (GI) is naturally equipped to handle fruit juices, soft drinks, alcohol and other beverages with high acidity. The research, published in the Journal of Food Science, concludes that drinking liquids that are typically associated with low pH provide little or no harm to natural protective mechanisms of the lining of the upper human GI tract. (Newsmax)
Gallbladder removed without external incisions Jul 29, 2008
Natural-orifice surgery has been mainly confined to treating conditions within the gastrointestinal tract. However, the NOTES approach now goes a step further with this surgery -- into the patient's abdominal cavity. (EurekAlert!)
Garden Q&A: Soil and thrips can carry diseases that kill impatiens Jul 26, 2008
- Oleander: This common ornamental plant contains toxins that can irritate the gastrointestinal tract, cause hypothermia and potentially serious cardiac problems. - Sago palm: Another dangerous ornamental plant that causes depression, seizures, liver failure and worse. (Florida Times-Union)
New drug on PBS for Crohn's disease Jul 24, 2008
Crohn's disease is an inflammatory disorder of the gastrointestinal tract, which mostly affects people aged 15 to 35. Sufferers of Crohn's disease can experience chronic abdominal pain, diarrhoea and bowel movements containing blood. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Ontario launches $741-million diabetes strategy Jul 23, 2008
The surgical procedure modifies the gastrointestinal tract to reduce food intake. The plan includes a campaign to raise awareness about the causes of diabetes, as well as focused education for higher-risk populations, including those in the aboriginal and south Asian communities. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Drug Trials on Cutting Edge at Pinehurst Medical Clinic Jul 21, 2008
Crohn's is a chronic auto-immune disorder that causes inflammation of the lining of the gastrointestinal tract. Patients usually suffer from abdominal pain, constipation and diarrhea, and are forced to follow a strict diet. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Predicting acute GVHD by gene expression could improve liver stem cell transplant outcomes Jul 21, 2008
Where tissue damage in the skin, liver and gastrointestinal tract is extensive, prognosis can be poor. Although clinicians can identify a well-defined pathophysiological mechanism for acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), being able to uncover molecular markers for a patient's potential to develop GVHD would be a significant breakthrough. (EurekAlert!)
Cat Hairball Causes Jul 19, 2008
A carnivore s gastrointestinal tract is designed to process fur, as in the wild, cats and other meat eaters often ingest fur as part of their meal. So there are many cats who are simply not prone to forming hairballs due to a robust digestive system, combined with other factors such as their fur texture, grooming habits, and a fiber-rich diet. (Suite101.com)
Bone Marrow Transplants: Cancer Drug Shows Promise Against Graft Vs. Host Disease Jul 17, 2008
But as many as half of bone marrow transplant recipients develop acute or chronic symptoms of graft-versus-host disease, which can affect the skin, liver and gastrointestinal tract. Reddy calls the disease "the single biggest barrier to bone marrow transplant.". (Science Daily)
Doctors, activists work to stop clay eating in Africa Jul 17, 2008
Some researchers suspect the clay coats the gastrointestinal tract and absorbs toxins, which is why a substance commonly found in the clay is used in some Western anti-diarrheal medicines. But it can also contain harmful parasites and cause lead poisoning, intestinal obstruction and colon rupture. (Globe and Mail -- International)
ViroPharma Adopts An Orphan Drug Jul 17, 2008
ViroPharma's only marketed drug is Vancocin, which treats gastrointestinal tract infections. The deal sent Lev's stock soaring 28. (Forbes -- Business)
Implantable device may block hunger pangs Jul 15, 2008
"It prevents the signals from the stomach and the rest of your gastrointestinal tract from going up to the brain and telling the brain that you're hungry.". The result: "It allows patients to feel that feeling of fullness and push back from the table sooner," he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Popular Antidepressants Linked To Gastrointestinal Bleeding Jul 13, 2008
MONDAY, July 7 (HealthDay News) -- The widely prescribed class of antidepressants known as SSRIs may be associated with bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal tract, especially when taken with painkillers called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, a new study says ... Some previous research has linked SSRIs with upper gastrointestinal tract bleeding. (MEDLINEplus)
Tummy's Taste For Red Wine With Red Meat Jul 4, 2008
The polyphenols work not only to prevent generation of cytotoxic compounds, but also as compounds which prevent the absorption of cytotoxic compounds from the gastrointestinal tract into the blood stream. Journal reference. (Science Daily)
Integrins As Receptors Give Insight Into Rotavirus And Diarrhea Jul 2, 2008
(May 20, 2002) A non-structural protein called NSP2 appears to be the molecular motor that drives replication of rotavirus within cells lining the gastrointestinal tract -- a finding that could enable. (Oct. (Science Daily)
Scientists ID New Genes Tied to Crohn's Disease Jul 2, 2008
Crohn's disease causes inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, resulting in pain, ulcers and diarrhea. Onset of the disease typically occurs between the ages of 15 and 40, but it can strike at any age. (MEDLINEplus)
Complexity of Crohn's disease revealed as 'gene' count tops 30 Jun 30, 2008
Crohn's disease affects between 1 in 500 and 1 in 1000 people within the UK, causing inflammation of gastrointestinal tract and leading to pain, ulcers and diarrhoea. The disease can strike at any age, but onset is typically between 15 and 40 years old. (EurekAlert!)
Hawaiian monk seal off hook for surgery Jun 29, 2008
Vol. 13, Issue 180 - Saturday, June 28, 2008. NOAA / MIMI OLRY "DP4," the code name for the Hawaiian monk seal who was originally found with a fishing line coming out of her mouth, avoided a risky surgery when veterinary specialists determined yesterday she had lost an embedded fishhook on her own. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Among AL breakout players, Hamilton's story grows deeper Jun 26, 2008
" He had to condition his body again after years of reckless living. There is a big difference between good physical condition and good baseball condition. Hamilton's body failed him several times last season. He was on the disabled list twice because of an issue with his gastrointestinal tract and a sprained right wrist, and he missed time with a hamstring ailment. Doubts about Hamilton's durability figured in Cincinnati's decision to deal him to Texas for right-hander and left-hander Danny... (USA Today -- Sports)
New Hope for Parkinson's Patients Jun 26, 2008
"If levodopa can be administered in a way to bypass the gastrointestinal tract, which is responsible for the vagaries which complicate levodopa dosing in [Parkinson's] patients now, it would be an important step forward," Dr. John Nutt, of Oregon Health ce University, said in a prepared statement. "Transdermal administration would produce more constant plasma levels than can be achieved with oral dosing, which should reduce motor fluctuations and possibly, dyskinesia.". (MEDLINEplus)
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According to LifeShare documents, statistics show that one out of every three people will need a blood transfusion during their lifetime, citing cancer, heart and blood vessel disease, disease of the gastrointestinal tract, emergencies such as car accidents and burns, and transplants as major reasons for needing donate blood, you must be in good health, at least 17 years of age and weigh a minimum of 110 pounds. There is no upper age limit. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
A sporting chance Jun 23, 2008
When I did, she told me that she remembered that her brother's son, when he was 15, had the same symptoms," recalls Washington. Washington immediately dialed her uncle's number in California and described Mark's behavior. "He said that it sounded like Crohn's disease, which was what his son had had when he was a teenager," say Washington. Crohn's disease -- a chronic, episodic inflammatory bowel disease also known as IBD -- can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the... (NJ.com -- Times)
Jerini to Submit Complete Response to the FDA for Icatibant in the Treatment of HAE Jun 23, 2008
It is estimated that approximately 10,000 patients in the United States and Europe have been diagnosed with HAE. HAE attacks affecting the face, hands, and feet can be disfiguring, while attacks in the gastrointestinal tract result in severe pain caused by swelling in the intestinal wall. Attacks that affect the larynx are life-threatening because swelling of the larynx constricts the upper airways and can lead to death by suffocation. (Primezone Releases)
Alcohol linked to brain damage Jun 21, 2008
"Fortunately, alcohol has to pass through the gastrointestinal tract and liver where enzymes detoxify alcohol, and consequently reduce the levels that reach the brain. However, in either high concentrations, or at lower levels over a longer period of time, alcohol will dissolve some of the lipid in the cell's membrane," she added. During the study, researchers examined brain tissue from six male chronic alcoholics with a mean age of 57. (Times of India)
Depressed? Binge a little Jun 18, 2008
The ghrelin hormone is produced in the gastrointestinal tract when the body is fasting and it then plays a role in sending hunger signals to the brain. A new study on mice has found that chronic stress causes ghrelin levels to go up and that behaviours associated with depression and anxiety decrease when ghrelin levels rise. (India Times, India)
'Hunger hormone' fights depression Jun 17, 2008
It is known that fasting causes ghrelin to be produced in the gastrointestinal tract and that the hormone then plays a role in sending hunger signals to the brain. Research groups, including Zigman's, have suggested that blocking the body's response to ghrelin signals might be one way to help control weight by decreasing food intake and increasing energy expenditure. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Drop that spoon! Felicity Lawrence on the rise of the breakfast cereal Jun 16, 2008
What this means is that it resists digestion in the upper gastrointestinal tract and reaches the large intestine almost intact, where it is fermented by bacteria, encouraging the production of friendly microflora. The inulin, in other words, does what the fibre naturally occurring in wholegrains would do if it hadn't been stripped out by overprocessing. (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
* Taipei confirms a case of enterovirus Jun 14, 2008
Enterovirus enters the body through the gastrointestinal tract. It is the most common cause of aseptic meningitis and can cause serious illness and death, especially in infants and people whose immune systems have been compromised. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Creatine Supplementation Jun 12, 2008
Creatine supplements are consumed in conjunction with high glycemic index carbohydrates, to maximize absorption from the gastrointestinal tract, and maximize uptake by skeletal muscles. How does creatine work. (Suite101.com)
* Taiwan News Quick Take Jun 11, 2008
Enterovirus is a virus that enters the body through the gastrointestinal tract, where it thrives. This story has been viewed 527 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
DuPont plans detailed cancer study at W.Va. plant Jun 10, 2008
But that's merely a suggestion, because Symons says little is known about what causes carcinoid tumors, which tend to appear in the gastrointestinal tract and sometimes the lungs. We're facing a situation where we have limited information. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Manipulation Of Molecule Protects Intestinal Cells From Radiation Jun 8, 2008
Although radiation is one of the most effective treatments for cancer, damage to the cells that line the gastrointestinal tract is a major limiting factor for patients undergoing pelvic or abdominal radiotherapy. The specific mechanisms that underlie radiation-induced gastrointestinal toxicity, known as gastrointestinal (GI) syndrome, are not well understood. (Science Daily)
Discovery Of New Family Of Genetic Mutations Involved In Inflammatory Intestinal Disease Jun 6, 2008
5, 2008) The discovery of new genetic mutations involved in inflammatory intestinal disorders could lead to a better understanding of these common conditions, two scientists told the annual conference of the European Society of Human Genetics June 2. Dr.Alexandra Zhernakova, from the Utrecht University Medical Centre, Utrecht, the Netherlands, and Dr. Eleonora Festen, from the University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands, both working in the group of Professor Cisca Wijmenga, said that... (Science Daily)
Fruit Fly Helps Identify Protein Critical To Eggshell Formation That May Be Pesticide Target Jun 4, 2008
Her studies, which include the form and function of fingerlike microvilli -- found in the ears, gastrointestinal tract and reproductive system -- led her to palisade. During usual eggshell formation, vitelline bodies are sandwiched between these microvilli fingers. (Science Daily)
Genetic Modification Food Facts Jun 3, 2008
Gene transfer from GM foods to human body cells or to bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract would cause concern if the transferred genetic material adversely affected the health of humans. It would be a particular concern if antibiotic resistance genes which are used to create GMOs were transferred. (Suite101.com)
Police search woman's home May 31, 2008
Exposure to arsenic would involve swallowing the poison and would involve the body's gastrointestinal tract, something not typically seen with sepsis. A large number of documents were recovered from the home in an attempt to verify whether Ms. Neumar was the beneficiary of a life insurance policy. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Prevalence of pre-cancerous masses in the colon same in patients in their 40s and 50s May 31, 2008
Founded in 1897, the AGA is one of the oldest medical-specialty societies in the U.S. Comprised of two non-profit organizationsthe AGA and the AGA Instituteour more than 16,000 members include physicians and scientists who research, diagnose and treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and liver. The AGA, a 501(c6) organization, administers all membership and public policy activities, while the AGA Institute, a 501(c3) organization, runs the organization's practice, research and... (EurekAlert!)
Medication Shows Promise For Patients With Severe Chronic Constipation May 30, 2008
27, 2006) New research has found that a new medication, tegaserod, is effective in treating nearly all symptoms associated with chronic constipation, a common disorder of the gastrointestinal tract that. (Jun. (Science Daily)
Milk is Cheap, Effective Contrasting Agent May 30, 2008
1%) barium suspension that is also commonly used as an oral contrast agent in conjunction with CT to examine the gastrointestinal tract, a new study finds. The study included 215 patients undergoing abdominal and pelvic CT, said Chi Wan Koo, MD, lead author of the study. (Newsmax)
A Man with Metastatic Renal-Cell Carcinoma May 29, 2008
Laboratory-test results and radiographs of the upper gastrointestinal tract that. . (New England Journal of Medicine)
New Drug Eases Severe Constipation May 29, 2008
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LiSAVIOR Placed on High Priority Status: Recruitment of Clinical Study Volunteer Names Begin May 22, 2008
The theory states that in order to efficiently treat, prevent or cure HIV, that an anti-HIV compound must be present in the entire gastrointestinal tract ... gastrointestinal tract. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Court to delve into a minor's right to refuse treatment May 20, 2008
On the day the drama began, A.C. had admitted herself to a Winnipeg hospital to receive treatment for Crohn's, a chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that can cause bleeding from the bowel. Doctors quickly obtained a treatment order from a judge. (Globe and Mail)
New Technology Speeds Gastrointestinal Disease Diagnosis May 20, 2008
Tiny microscope at end of endoscope allows immediate imagery of gastrointestinal tract ... "This is a very promising technique for real-time microscopic imaging of the gastrointestinal tract," study author Dr. Kerry B. Dunbar, a fellow in the division of gastroenterology and hepatology, said in a prepared statement. (MEDLINEplus)
Aspirin at Bedtime Lowers Blood Pressure May 16, 2008
It's possible that there might be better absorption of the medication by the gastrointestinal tract at night, said Oparil, who is a professor of medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. "It's all a little bit speculative about why, but I think the observation is solid," she said. (MEDLINEplus)
Your Health This Week May 14, 2008
Like all anti-inflammatory drugs, ibuprofen can intensely irritate the lining of the gastrointestinal tract, sometimes leading to severe and life-threatening GI bleeding. In addition, when ibuprofen is taken along with the daily baby aspirin often recommended to decrease the risk of heart attacks and strokes, it interferes with the beneficial effects of the aspirin, rendering it useless. (Slate)
Tooth loss strongly linked to risk of esophageal, head and neck, and lung cancer May 14, 2008
The oral cavity is a gateway between the external environment and the gastrointestinal tract and acts in both food ingestion and digestion, the researchers wrote. Oral hygiene potentially affects gastrointestinal flora and nutritional status and may thus have implications for the development of chronic disease. (EurekAlert!)
Time to cleanse? Think again May 12, 2008
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Complications of Liver Cirrhosis May 11, 2008
The blood circulation of many organs of the gastrointestinal tract involves a unique pathway ... It is advantageous to have blood from the gastrointestinal tract, which has absorbed many substances from the gut, to reach the liver immediately. (Suite101.com)
Flick: Was that a mustached Matt Damon dining at Biaggis? May 9, 2008
Called The Double Deuce Poop Scoop, their company will send someone into your yard and clean up the extracts of your dogs gastrointestinal tract. Someone from the city apparently read the blurb, too. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
