European Rapid Guideline on transanal total mesorectal excision for rectal cancer: UEG and EAES recommendations
Brief description of the initiative: The objective of this rapid guideline is to develop reliable, trustworthy, pertinent, evidence-informed recommendations based on state-of-the art guideline development methodology on the use of TaTME versus laparoscopic or robotic surgery in patients with rectal cancer.
Project type: Guideline development
Participating UEG Member Societies: EAES
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Project outcome: UEG and EAES rapid guideline: Systematic review, meta-analysis, GRADE assessment and evidence-informed European recommendations on TaTME for rectal cancer
European Rapid Guideline on surgical management of gastroesophageal reflux disease – UEG and EAES recommendations
Brief description of the initiative: This rapid guideline aims to provide transparently developed, reliable, and evidence-informed recommendations on the different treatment options in GERD employing latest evidence synthesis methods by means of network meta-analysis and using a multiple-treatments evidence-to-decision framework.
Project type: Guideline development
Participating UEG Member Societies: EAES
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European Guideline on prevention, assessment and treatment of surgical site infections following digestive surgery – UEG, ESCP, EAES, and SIS-E consensus
Brief description of the initiative: The aim of this joint project is to provide guidance on prevention, assessment, and management of surgical site infections after digestive surgery. An international panel, including patient representatives, will develop guidelines following rigorous guideline development methodology. The objective is to generate a solid and practical pathway that can be implemented at a global level, allowing to reduce the impact of surgical site complications on healthcare systems and on patients’ safety and wellbeing.
Project type: Guideline development
Participating UEG Member Societies: ESCP, EAES, SIS-E
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European Guideline on the Diagnosis and Therapy of Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency - UEG, EPC, EDS, ESPGHAN, ESPEN, ESDO and ESPCG Recommendations
Brief description of the initiative: Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency (PEI) is a frequent and clinically relevant complication of different pancreatic and extra-pancreatic diseases and conditions. There is a wide variability in the diagnostic and therapeutic approach to this condition in different clinical scenarios and different centres across Europe and outside Europe. Under the umbrella of the UEG, and with the participation of the different European Societies dealing with patients with PEI, the present guideline intends to harmonize the diagnosis and clinical management of PEI secondary to pancreatic and extra-pancreatic diseases and conditions across Europe, and to identify the gaps of knowledge in this field.
Project type: Guideline development
Participating UEG Member Societies: EPC, EDS, ESPGHAN, ESPEN, ESDO, ESPCG
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European Guideline on Bloating and Abdominal Distension – UEG, ESNM, EAGEN, ESPCG, BSGE, RSGH & HGD Recommendations
Brief description of the initiative: The group will propose statements on the prevalence, symptom presentation, diagnosis, pathophysiology, complications, and management of bloating and abdominal distention. For each topic, a systematic literature survey will be available on an online access point. A Delphi consensus process (80% agreement threshold) by GRADE will be used to categorize the quality of evidence and strength of recommendations.
Project type: Guideline development
Participating UEG Member Societies: UEG, ESNM, EAGEN, ESPCG, Bulgarian Society of Gastroenterology (BSGE), Romanian Society of Gastroenterology & Hepatology (RSGH) & Hrvatsko gastroenterološko društvo (HGD)
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European Clinical Practice Guideline on Malabsorption – UEG and SIGE, LGA, SPG, SRGH, CGS, EAGEN, ESPEN, ESPGHAN guideline
Brief description of the initiative: Although malabsorption and malabsorption syndromes are rather common, no guideline for their recognition and proper diagnostic work-up exists. The aims of the guideline will be achieved through multiple rounds of online meetings, taking into account the open issues to be addressed, including the definition of malabsorption, its diagnostic criteria, and its clinical phenotypes. A final algorithm which combines screening tests, laboratory, and endoscopic or radiological tests for early recognition will be provided.
Project type: Guideline development
Participating UEG Member Societies: SIGE (Italy), LGA (Latvia), SPG (Portugal), SRGH (Romania), CGS (Czech Republic), EAGEN, ESPEN, ESPGHAN
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European Guideline on Nausea and Vomiting – UEG and ESNM consensus for clinical management
Brief description of the initiative: Nausea and vomiting are symptoms which commonly present to the GI specialist and general practitioner. The differential diagnosis is wide, including digestive and non-digestive etiologies, organic and functional disorders. Recent progress in the scientific knowledge of specific causes of nausea and vomiting make this guideline particularly timely. We aim to develop a European guideline including a systematic, well-structured approach to obtain a valid diagnosis and to guide management of nausea and vomiting through the concerted effort of gastroenterologists, surgeons, and primary care physicians from a broad spectrum of countries across Europe.
Project type: Guideline development
Participating UEG Member Societies: ESNM
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