The global Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Device Market, according to Future Market Insights, is entering a stable growth phase, driven by increasing adoption of reflux diagnostic tools, ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic disorder of the digestive tract caused by the lower esophageal sphincter not closing properly. This can allow stomach acid to creep up into the ...

Constipation means having fewer than 3 bowel movements a week or passing hard, dry stools. It happens when stool stays in the colon too long, often due to low fiber intake, dehydration, or lack of ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A new American Cancer Society guideline has added recommendations for blood-based screening tests for CRC. The ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I'm a 66-year-old male in good health. I've always had very regular bowel movements, usually spending less than 5 minutes in the bathroom daily. About six months ago, I had a ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 66-year-old male in good health. I’ve always had very regular bowel movements, usually spending less than 5 minutes in the bathroom daily. About six months ago, I had a ...

Nineteen gastrointestinal diagnostic codes, spanning esophageal motility studies, capsule endoscopies and breath tests, have been added to the ASC-covered services list, a move that could expand ...

A digital rectal exam checks for abnormalities in the rectum and pelvic area. The exam can help detect prostate cancer, but it's not recommended for routine screening. A DRE takes only a minute or two ...

Background: High-resolution esophageal manometry (HRM) is essential for diagnosing esophageal motility disorders, affecting 10%-15% of patients with dysphagia. Current interpretation via the Chicago ...