Processed meat consumption may be linked to an increased risk of stomach and esophageal cancer, according to a large European ...

In Zenker’s diverticulum, a pouch or “diverticulum” develops in the upper part of the esophagus, between the mouth and stomach. Food can become stuck in this pouch. This can lead to difficulty ...

Scientists say more research will be needed to fully understand how processed and white meats interact with other lifestyle ...

Prepyloric ulcers are a type of peptic or gastric ulcer. These open sores develop in the upper digestive tract, just above the pylorus, which is the opening to the small intestine. The tissues of the ...

Diseases affecting the digestive system, including the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract, chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, inflammatory bowel disease and others, are significant causes of death ...

Researchers report the use of Linked Color Imaging, an innovative modality that specifically combines selected wavelengths of light for illumination in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. This method, ...

Recently there have been significant advances on several fronts in the ongoing war against cancer of the alimentary tract. Now, Japanese researchers report the development of another weapon: Linked ...

Preventing severe lung infections in mechanically ventilated intensive care patients by applying topical antibiotics to the upper digestive tract results in a clinically meaningful improvement in ...

Digestive enzymes are found in the digestive system, including the mouth, stomach, and small intestine. They help you break down food and absorb nutrients. Sometimes, the body cannot make enough ...