Tranzyme mulls $64M question Oct 10, 2008
It is intended to treat gastroparesis, a condition in which damaged stomach nerves delay digestion. Garg says TZP-102 could fill the need vacated by Propulsid, a product developed by subsidiary that reached $1 billion in sales in 1999 before being withdrawn in 2000 because it was linked to heart problems. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
7 Causes of Acid Reflux: It's Not Always What You Eat Sep 24, 2008
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Understanding Type 1 Diabetes Aug 5, 2008
"The highest risk is one in 15, but not everyone is at risk, so it s probably something in the environment. Look at everything, all the toxins and viruses and other autoimmunities that may increase risk in a person who may not be at risk. Usually, type 1 tends to be more of risk of Northern European regions like Scandinavia, but it still occurs in Hispanics and African-Americans. If you are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, it is important to take your prescribed medicine and see your doctor as... (Fox News)
Medical tech companies take root in Buffalo Jun 23, 2008
It is designed to diagnose motility disorders, such as gastroparesis or delayed emptying of the stomach, which affects nearly 3 million Americans. The SmartPill pH.p Capsule travels through the patient's digestive tract over the course of a few days while transmitting data to a digital receiver. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
$2M investment comes to SmartPill Jun 5, 2008
The device specifically targets the estimated 3 million Americans who suffer symptoms of gastroparesis or delayed emptying of the stomach. The company currently has 29 employees, 22 of which are in Buffalo. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Little steps, big change May 7, 2008
She was diagnosed with idiopathic gastroparesis, a rare disorder in which, basically, the stomach doesn't work. She was dehydrated and had been vomiting and enduring severe pain. (Albany Times Union)
Move easy to swallow for SmartPill Corp. Apr 11, 2008
The SmartPill has been designed to diagnose gastroparesis, the stomach-emptying ailment common in diabetics. At the same time, the company is pursuing the testing and approval process to apply the SmartPill in pediatrics, diabetes care, veterinary science and other specialty areas. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Injured but spirit intact, he started a blog on himself Mar 8, 2008
He also has hypothyroidism, type two diabetes, chronic urinary infection, depression, chronic abdominal pain with gastroparesis, profound blood pressure variation. All this is from his discharge slip from Northside Hospital, Atlanta. (India Times, India)
Focus on Seniors: Differing issues can cause weight loss Mar 3, 2008
"Older people, and diabetics in particular, are prone to a syndrome called gastroparesis (gas-tro-pa-ree-sus). The stomach doesn't empty as rapidly as it should, so the food sits in the stomach rather than being moved into the small bowel for digestion. People who have this feeling of filling up fast deserve a complete gastrointestinal (G.I.) workup. "I'm eating great and still losing weight. "This type of unexplained weight loss is very serious. Diseases like hyperthyroidism (overactive... (Florida Today)
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FDA decision puts Tranzyme on fast track Jul 14, 2007
The drug is a treatment for severe gastroparesis, a condition in which damaged stomach nerves lead to delays in digestion. Severe gastroparesis can lead to nausea and vomiting, and it can also interfere with the treatment of diabetes ... The company estimates that the worldwide market for the treatment of severe gastroparesis is $500 million annually. (Triangle Business Journal)
Stomaching a very annoying condition Mar 12, 2007
WVU surgeon implants abdominal pacemaker to counteract painful gastroparesis ... Surgeons from West Virginia Universitys Charleston Division implant a gastric pacemaker to help ease a patients gastroparesis ... A Charleston-based surgeon is the first in West Virginia to install the new gastric pacemaker in patients with a condition known as gastroparesis. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Diabetic Gastroparesis Feb 22, 2007
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Biotech firm has high hopes for SmartPill Feb 12, 2007
So the SmartPill sales and marketing staff will push sales this year with a goal to reach 2 percent of the 3 million Americans with gastroparesis, the stomach-emptying ailment common in diabetics that the device is designed to diagnose. At the same time, the company will pursue the testing and approval process to apply the SmartPill in pediatrics, diabetes care, veterinary science and other specialty areas. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
A guide to heartburn Feb 11, 2007
According to Jaffe, there are a variety of causes, but anything that either weakens or overwhelms the lower esophageal sphincter (the ring of muscle or "valve" at the lower end of the esophagus), decreases stomach emptying (a condition called "gastroparesis" or mechanical gastric outlet obstruction) and/or reduces the ability of the esophagus to push food down to the stomach can cause heartburn. Common causes are obesity, excessive alcohol use, fatty food intake, eating late at night, smoking,... (Buffalo News -- Arts)
