Gastroenterology Research

The division has a number of basic and clinical research projects in progress. The factors which regulate fluid and electrolyte absorption in both the small intestine and colon are active interests. Clinical research interests involve studies examining the etiology and therapy of diarrhea, gastrointestinal motility including small bowel motility, and, ultrasound techniques in chronic liver disease. Also, investigational drug studies with inflammatory bowel disease, peptic ulcer disease and gastroesophageal influx are in progress.