Articles

Problems of Distribution and Pathophysiology of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

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This article provides an overview of the literature data on the problem of the prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Some pathophysiological aspects of this pathology are analyzed. The authors conclude that gastroesophageal reflux disease is a common clinical problem that affects millions of people around the world, according to some reports, up to 25–30% of the adult population is affected by it. Patients are recognized by both classic and atypical symptoms. GERD is associated with lifestyle factors, in particular obesity and tobacco smoking, which also threatens overall health.

Imaging, Endoscopic and Surgical Aspects Correlation of Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Retrospective Perspective

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Chronic inflammatory bowel disease have been the major focus of research in gastroenterology these late years. It is due to the elevated incidence of comorbidity as well as complications. MRI, endoscopy as well as histology are the three pillars of the diagnosis, follow-up and prognosis of these pathological entities. Our aim for this study was to determine the relationship between the radiologic, endoscopic modalities and the histological severity of the active disease.