Delay in diagnosis of eosinophilic esophagitis increases risk for stricture formation in a time-dependent manner.

Background & Aims: Development of strictures is a major concern for patients with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). At diagnosis, EoE can present with an inflammatory phenotype (characterized by whitish exudates, furrows, and edema), a stricturing phenotype (characterized by rings and stenosis), or a combination of these. Little is known about progression of stricture formation; we evaluated stricture development over time in the absence of treatment and investigated risk factors for stricture formation.

Venlafaxine-induced cholestatic hepatitis: case report and review of literature.

Venlafaxine is a widely used antidepressant with relatively low occurrence of adverse side effects. Increasing evidence suggests that venlafaxine may cause severe liver damage. Until now, 10 cases of venlafaxine-related liver injuries have been reported.

Colon Capsule Endoscopy compared to Conventional Colonoscopy under routine screening conditions.

Background: Colonoscopy (CSPY) for colorectal cancer screening has several limitations. Colon Capsule Endoscopy (PillCam Colon, CCE) was compared to CSPY under routine screening conditions.

Methods: We performed a prospective, single-center pilot study at a University Hospital.