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Gallbladder polyps are common findings in abdominal ultrasound exams, appearing in about 4.5% of adults. While most of them do not have malignant potential, a small percentage – between 4% …

The relationship between triglycerides and pancreatic damage has been studied over the years. It is now known that Hypertriglyceridemia (HTG) is the 3rd leading cause of acute pancreatitis (less prevalent …

Anorectal manometry is an examination used to evaluate the function of the rectum and sphincter apparatus. Its utility is mainly valued in patients who present functional disorders, such as intestinal …

The term chronic pancreatitis (CP) is used to define a fibro-inflammatory disease of the pancreas, of a progressive and irreversible nature, which can present with abdominal pain as a symptom …

Portal hypertension is the most common complication of liver cirrhosis and is considered the key point for the triggering of ascites, encephalopathy and esophageal varices and, in this way, it …

Introduction Gallbladder polyps are usually incidental findings diagnosed during abdominal ultrasound exams or during cholecystectomy. They usually do not present symptoms, but occasionally they can cause discomforts similar to those …

Patients with a IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) moderate to severe phenotype and/or with risk factors for a worse prognosis, once elected for advanced therapy with biologics, should undergo preparation for …

Treating and caring for an oncology patient should go beyond the knowledge of high complexity and evidence-based that is updated every day. A solid doctor-patient relationship with expectation management and …

Unfortunately, many patients at the time of diagnosis already have locally advanced gastric tumors, which cannot be removed by surgical procedure, or signs of systemic disease. In Brazil, this number …

Incidence of anal and anal canal cancer Squamous cell carcinoma of the anus and anal canal has a low incidence in the general population (1-2/100,000 people-year). However, when associated with …

When we think of Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency – EPI (decrease in the activity of pancreatic enzymes in the intestinal lumen, below the values for normal digestion) we automatically relate it …

Gastric cancer (GC) is the fifth most common cancer in the world. It is estimated that over one million new cases of GC occur annually. Remnant gastric cancer, or gastric …

It is well known that serology is an important tool in the diagnosis of Celiac Disease (CD), but the best way to use it is still a recurring doubt in …

Infection with H. pylori and the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are widely accepted as the main causes of peptic ulcer. However, with more effective eradication, better sanitary conditions …

Colorectal tumor has a major impact on global health and, according to INCA data, it ranked second in incidence in both sexes in our country in 2020. Complications resulting from …

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease caused by an abnormal immune response to gluten peptides in the upper small intestine. It is important to understand its pathophysiology to know how …

A topic that has been gaining attention from pancreas scholars lately is pancreatic steatosis. This is a generic term that infers the accumulation of fat in the pancreas. However, there …

Obesity is a public health problem with increasing incidence. In this article we will discuss its concept, etiology, classification and consequences. Concept and epidemiology Consequences of obesity Metabolic syndrome Classification …

Risk factors commonly associated with the development of gastric cancer (GC) include chronic infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), low intake of fruits and vegetables, high salt consumption, smoking, and …

Vertical Gastrectomy (VG) has quickly become the most performed bariatric surgery in the world. However, little is known about long-term results when compared to Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB). In August …

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery and the American Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgery published in the first edition of the journal Diseases of Colon and Rectum …