A study in the December issue of Gastroenterology found that among patients with pancreatic sphincter dysfunction, biliary sphincterotomy or a combination of biliary and pancreatic sphincterotomy have similar effects in preventing recurrence of acute pancreatitis. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. Gregory A. Coté of Indiana University School of Medicine; Plus, a rundown of top stories from this month's issue of GI and Hepatology News.