Delirium due to any cause is associated with higher resource utilization in patients undergoing liver transplantation: analysis of the National Inpatient Sample.

Objective: The only curative treatment for patients with end-stage liver disease (ESLD) is liver transplantation (LT). Patients with ESLD can develop delirium due to multiple etiologies. In this study, we aimed to assess the prevalence and impact of delirium on outcomes and resource utilization among hospitalized patients undergoing LT.

Analysis of the Association between Eosinophilic Esophagitis and MASLD: Retrospective, Observational, Cohort Analysis of the National Inpatient Sample 2016-2020.

Background And Aims: Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic immune-mediated inflammatory condition. Associated pathologies for EoE are similar to those with metabolic-dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). This study assesses whether an association exists between MASLD and EoE.

Association of Cannabis Use with Complications Among Patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: Insights from National Inpatient Sample.

Cannabis, one of the most widely used recreational drug in the United States, has had a significant surge in usage following its legalization in 1996. In recent years, there has been research into the physiological effects of cannabis on the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Our study aims to systematically examine the association between cannabis use and complications of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Impact of Gender on Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Complications: Analysis of 27 Million Hospitalizations.

Background And Aims: Previous studies have reported gender differences in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). These studies have also reported differences based on gender in the rates of complications. In this study, we aim to identify gender disparities in the rates of GERD complications in the United States.

The impact of Clostridioides difficile infection on outcomes among kidney transplant recipients.

Background: Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality among hospitalized patients, particularly those who are immunosuppressed. We aim to assess the outcomes of CDI among kidney transplant (KT) recipients.

Methods: Nationwide Inpatient Sample from 2016 to 2020 was used to identify patients with KT and stratify based on the presence of CDI.

Association of metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease with gastrointestinal infections: insights from National Inpatient Sample Database.

Objectives: The study aimed to compare the risk of gastrointestinal infections among patients with and without metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD).

Methods: This was a population-based, retrospective, observational study using data from the National Inpatient Sample (NIS), the largest all-payer US inpatient care database.

Setting: Hospitalisation of adults aged ≥18 years old admitted in 2020 was identified using the NIS.

Predictors and impact of aspiration pneumonia in patients undergoing esophagogastroduodenoscopy: national inpatient sample 2016-2020.

Objectives: Aspiration pneumonia is a rare but feared complication among patients undergoing esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). Our study aims to assess the incidence as well as risk factors for aspiration pneumonia in patients undergoing EGD.

Methods: National Inpatient Sample 2016-2020 was used to identify adult patients undergoing EGD.

The impact of aspirin use on outcomes in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: Insights from a national database.

Background: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an inflammatory disorder that can increase the risk of mortality. Aspirin is an anti-inflammatory drug used for primary prevention of cardiovascular events. A single center analysis previously reported that aspirin use did not impact major outcomes in IBD.

Vaccine-Preventable Illness Leads to Adverse Outcomes in Liver Transplant Recipients.

Background: Liver transplant recipients (LTR) and patients with chronic liver disease (CLD) are at an increased risk of infections.

Aims: The objective of our study was to assess the incidence, and impact of vaccine preventable illness (VPI) on outcomes in LTR.

Methods: National Inpatient Sample (NIS) 2016-2020 was used to identify adults (age > 18) hospitalized LTR using ICD-10 codes.

The Effects of Malnutrition on Inpatient Outcomes in Patients With Gastroparesis: A Nationwide Analysis.

Introduction Gastroparesis (GP) is a chronic debilitating gastric motility disorder defined as delayed emptying of the stomach content without mechanical obstruction. It can result in nutritional deficiencies, leading to poor overall outcomes. We assessed the impact of malnutrition on in-hospital outcomes in patients with gastroparesis.

Prevalence and Impact of Malnutrition in Hospitalizations Among Celiac Diseases: A Nationwide Analysis.

Background/aims: Celiac disease (CD) is a T-cell-mediated gluten sensitivity that results in villous atrophy in the small intestine, leading to chronic malabsorption. Patients with celiac disease are prone to malnutrition. We assessed the impact of malnutrition on in-hospital outcomes in patients with CD.

The Impact of Type 2 Myocardial Infarction in Acute Pancreatitis: Analysis of 1.1 Million Hospitalizations and Review of the Literature.

Introduction  Acute pancreatitis (AP) is a common inflammatory disorder with acute onset and rapid progression. Studies have reported cardiac injury in patients with AP. It is often thought that stress cardiomyopathy can induce these changes leading to type 2 myocardial infarction (type 2 MI) in AP.

Pyrolysis of Automotive Shredder Residue (ASR): Thermogravimetry, In-Situ Synchrotron IR and Gas-Phase IR of Polymeric Components.

This article reports the characterisation of pyrolysis of automotive shredder residue using in situ synchrotron IR, gas-phase IR, and thermal analyses to explore if the automotive shredder residue can be converted into value-added products. When heating to ~600 °C at different heating rates, thermal analyses suggested one- to two-stage pyrolysis. Transformations in the first stage, at lower temperatures, were attributed to the degradation of carbonyl, hydroxyl, or carboxyl functional stabilisers (aldehyde and ether impurities, additives, and stabilisers in the ASR).

Does use of long-term aspirin impact outcomes in patients with acute pancreatitis?

Introduction: Although the effect of rectal indomethacin in post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis is well established, the effect of aspirin on acute pancreatitis (AP) is not well studied. We investigate the effect of aspirin on AP.

Methods: We collected data from the National Inpatient Sample database from 2016 to 2020, to identify adult patients with acute pancreatitis.

Incidence and factors associated with portal vein thrombosis in patients with acute pancreatitis: A United States national retrospective study.

Background/objective: Portal vein thrombosis (PVT) is a well-known complication in patients with acute pancreatitis (AP). Limited data exist on the incidence and factors of PVT in patients with AP. We investigate the incidence and clinical predictors of PVT in AP.

Bacterial Pigments and Their Multifaceted Roles in Contemporary Biotechnology and Pharmacological Applications.

Synthetic dyes and colourants have been the mainstay of the pigment industry for decades. Researchers are eager to find a more environment friendly and non-toxic substitute because these synthetic dyes have a negative impact on the environment and people's health. Microbial pigments might be an alternative to synthetic pigments.

The burden of acute pancreatitis on COVID-19 in the United States.

Background: Although SARS-CoV-2 primarily affects the respiratory system, gastrointestinal symptoms were also seen. Our study analyzed the prevalence and impact of acute pancreatitis (AP) on COVID-19 hospitalizations in the United States.

Methods: The 2020 National Inpatient Sample database was used to identify patients with COVID-19.

The burden of Clostridioides difficile on COVID-19 hospitalizations in the USA.

Background And Aim: Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) is the leading cause of hospital acquired-infectious diarrhea in the USA. In this study, we assess the prevalence and impact of CDI in COVID-19 hospitalizations in the USA.

Methods: We used the 2020 National Inpatient Sample database to identify adult patients with COVID-19.

Hospitalization Outcomes of Acute Pancreatitis in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients.

Background: Acute pancreatitis (AP) carries a significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. AP is a potential complication of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) although its incidence remains unclear. HSCT recipients are at increased risk of AP due to various factors but the effect of AP on mortality and resource utilization in the adult population has not been studied.

Effect of Hospital Teaching Status on Outcomes of Patients With Acute Pancreatitis.

Introduction Multiple studies have shown that outcomes of various diseases differ by the hospital teaching status. However, not much is known about the effects of hospital teaching status on outcomes of acute pancreatitis (AP). The aim of this study was to identify if there was an effect of hospital teaching status on the outcomes of AP.