November 20, 2024

Genetic GERD Linked to Cardiovascular, Hypertension Risks

Genetically predicted gastroesophageal reflux disease may significantly increase the risk of myocardial infarction and hypertension.

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November 18, 2024

Supreme Court Blocks Xifaxan Generic Entry

Reuters

November 12, 2024

FDA Denies Full Approval for Intercept’s Liver Drug

Reuters

November 11, 2024

Perirenal Fat Predicts Metabolic Syndrome Risk

A study revealed a strong association between perirenal fat thickness and metabolic syndrome risk, suggesting the potential of MRI-assessed perirenal fat thickness as a risk assessment component.

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November 07, 2024

Zinc: Missing Link in HE Management?

Study reveals stark survival contrast: cirrhotic patients with normal zinc levels showed 86% survival rate versus significantly poorer outcomes in zinc-deficient patients (35.56 ± 11.65 mcg/dL, P<.0001), suggesting a potentially modifiable risk factor in hepatic encephalopathy management.

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November 07, 2024

Artificial Livers to Grow on Space Station

Liver tissue experiments in space could lead to viable alternatives for transplantation, leveraging unique conditions in low Earth orbit. Source: [insert source here]

Reuters

November 04, 2024

FTC Finalizes "Click-to-Cancel" Rule

FTC finalizes rule requiring subscription-based businesses to provide cancellation processes as simple as enrollment methods, effective 180 days after Federal Register publication.

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November 01, 2024

Novo's Weight-Loss Drug Improves Liver Fibrosis in Late-Stage Trial

Novo Nordisk's latest trial reveals positive effects of weight-loss drug on liver health, pointing to potential benefits beyond weight management. #LiverHealth #Semaglutide

Reuters

October 30, 2024

Study Identifies RUNX1 as a Major Therapeutic Target in Acute Kidney Injury

Targeting the RUNX1 pathway may reduce inflammation and improve kidney function in patients with acute kidney injury, potentially preventing the disease from progressing to chronic kidney failure.

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