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The gut–islets axis connects nutrient sensing in the intestine with insulin secretion from the pancreas and plays an essential role in glucose regulation. GLP-1 released by intestinal L cells can ...

A series of studies led by researchers from Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) have revealed that hyocholic acid and its derivatives (collectively known as HCAs), a component of bile acids that ...

Intestinal infections can change the composition of liver bile, leading to changes in immune function and gut bacteria, potentially helping fight off harmful bacteria Stents to treat various blockages ...

Researchers at the Heidelberg University Hospital have discovered a new genetic disease that can lead to severe liver damage. Because a protective component of the bile is missing, the liver cells are ...

A new study has found that microplastics have been found in bile. Here is what this means for your body and why it should matter to you.

Stage 4 bile duct cancer is the most advanced form of the condition. This stage involves the spread of the cancer to distant areas, such as the liver. Although it is difficult to treat stage 4 bile ...