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Proton pump inhibitors: indications and acid rebound
(2008-07-04)
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are nowadays the therapy of choice in the management of a variety of upper gastrointestinal (GI) conditions particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Previous studies indicate that ...
The Role of Gut Dysfunction and Nutritional Factors in Liver Cirrhosis
(2007-03-14)
Malnutrition is a common finding in patients with liver cirrhosis. Malnutrition has been
shown to be associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Its pathogenesis remains
unclear but both poor dietary intake and ...
Peripheral and central factors in the pathophysiology of irritable bowel syndrome
(2007-06-14)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorder characterized by abdominal pain and/or discomfort together with abnormal bowel habits. The pathophysiology is complex and incompletely understood. ...