NEUROGASTROENTEROLOGY - A NEW FIELD?

Authors

  • V. L. DRUG Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iasi, Romania
  • Oana-Cristina PETREA Grigore Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iasi, Romania
  • Oana-Bogdana BARBOI Grigore Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy Iasi, Romania

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22551/MSJ.2026.02.01

Abstract

Over the past decades, Gastroenterology has undergone a profound transformation, moving beyond a purely organ-centered approach toward an integrated, multidisciplinary understanding of digestive diseases. At the heart of this evolution lies Neurogastroenterology, a field dedicated to the complex interactions between the gastrointestinal tract, the enteric nervous system, and the central nervous system. Neurogastroenterology has emerged as a distinct and essential subspecialty, dedicated to the study and management of disorders arising from dysfunctions of the gut-brain axis. In this context, the establishment and development of a Neurogastroenterology unit represents not only a scientific advancement, but also a clinical necessity for contemporary medicine.

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2026-06-01

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Vol. 130 No. 2 (2026): The Medical-Surgical Journal

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