Héla Gdoura

Cirrhosis represents the ultimate phase of hepatic fibrosis progression in cases of chronic liver disease. This condition is characterized by significant hemodynamic disruptions that define a hyperdynamic circulation. Additionally, cirrhosis can potentially give rise to specific cardiac complications or a condition known as cirrhotic cardiomyopathy (CC) [1].

Non-melanocytic skin cancers, including basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, are very common in the general population. However, people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), regardless of treatment, have a higher incidence of these skin cancers, with an increased risk ranging from 20 to 50% [1,2]. The use of thiopurine-based drugs, such as azathioprine, has been associated with a twofold increase in the risk of developing skin cancer in IBD patients [3,4].

Future Science OAAhead of Print Research ArticleOpen Access Abstract Aim: Our objectives were to compare the frequency of alexithymia and the alteration of quality of life in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and to determine the factors associated with alexithymia and quality of life deterioration. Method: This is a comparative study which collected 80 IBS patients and 80 controls. Results: Quality of life was impaired in 75% of patients vs 37.5% (p < 0.0001).