The National Primary Care Diagnostic Pathway for lower gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms is now live

We are delighted that the National Primary Care Diagnostic Pathway for lower gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms is now live on the dedicated website.

Congratulations and welcome to our newest BSG Officers!

Congratulations to our new BSG Officers coming into post from June 2024.

2024 BSG Elections Results

We are delighted to share the results of the 2024 BSG Summer Elections.

European Medicines Association (EMA) statement on Obeticholic acid (Ocaliva) for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)

The EMA human medicines committee (CHMP) have recommended that Obeticholic acid’s market authorisation in the European Union (EU) be revoked.

UEG Elections 2024: Call for Open Council Positions

We hereby inform you that the following positions on UEG Council are open for election: Secretary General, Chair Scientific Committee

Call for UEG Rising Star Awards 2025 is now open

The application is freely available to all myUEG Young GI Associates. They can apply until September 4, 2024.

Call for nominations for participants in the 23rd ECCO IBD Intensive Course for Trainees

The annual IBD Intensive Course is a 1-day course which takes place prior to the ECCO Congress. This is an excellent educational opportunity and a prestigious event, with those who have been in the past rating this very highly.

In Memoriam: Dr Chris Dobson

It is with deep sadness that we announce news of the passing of our member and colleague, Dr Chris Dobson.

Pabrinex shortage and guidance on alternatives

Pabrinex IV will be out of stock from July/ August 2024 until September 2025, due to supply issues relating to manufacturing regulations issued by the EU.

BSG Travelling Fellowship – AASLD and visit to the MASLD Research centre, San Diego

This fellowship aims to offer an opportunity for a trainee who has a strong interest in Hepatology to attend AASLD in San Diego in November 2024 to see the latest research and clinical updates in Hepatology.

BASL HEPATOLOGY SERVICES SURVEY 2024

BASL have produced this survey about liver disease service provision in the UK.

Alcohol related LivER disease audit : ALERT - UK

Alcohol related liver disease (ArLD) is the most common cause of liver related morbidity and mortality in the UK, and deaths from ArLD have doubled in the last decade.