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4 Questions About Detecting Intestinal Metaplasia

04/29/2015

Steven DeMeester, MD, from the Oregon Clinic, answers our questions about his research that compared standard biopsies with the wide-area transepithelial sampling brush for detecting intestinal metaplasia or dysplasia.

Steven DeMeester, MD, from the...

04/29/2015

Gastroenterology

Q&As

4 Questions About Pregnancy and Liver-Related Events in Cirrhosis

03/03/2012

Jennifer Flemming, MD, MAS, from KHSC Kingston Health Sciences Centre, answers our questions about her research on the association between pregnancy and liver decompensation among women with cirrhosis.

Jennifer Flemming, MD, MAS, from...

03/03/2012

Gastroenterology

Podcast

Brian Lacy, MD, and Brennan Spiegel, MD, on Using Virtual Reality to Treat GI Disorders

08/10/2011

In this podcast, Dr Brian Lacy of the Mayo Clinic-Jacksonville and Dr Brennan Spiegel of Cedars Sinai discuss how the use of virtual reality is showing benefits in treating gastric disorders such as functional dyspepsia and irritable bowel...

In this podcast, Dr Brian Lacy...

08/10/2011

Gastroenterology

Q&As

5 Questions About Colorectal Cancer Screening

04/29/2010

Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, answers our questions about the age at which CRC screening is necessary, the risks and benefits of screening patients older than age 75, and how to individualize screening decision making for older patients.

Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, answers...

04/29/2010

Gastroenterology

Podcast

Drs Brian Lacy and Linda Nguyen on Updates to the ACG Guideline for Gastroparesis

10/10/2002

In this episode of Gut Check, guest Linda Nguyen, MD, and host Brian Lacy, MD, talk about recent updates to the American College of Gastroenterology guideline on diagnosing and managing gastroparesis.

In this episode of Gut Check,...

10/10/2002

Gastroenterology

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Novel AI System Shows Success in Detection of Adenomas

08/27/2024

Jessica Garlewicz ;

CAD-EYE detection system significantly improved the number of adenomas detected per colonoscopy without extending the procedure time, according to a recent report.

CAD-EYE detection system...

08/27/2024

Gastroenterology

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Implementation of Fecal Immunochemical Test-Based Program in Colorectal Cancer Screening

08/20/2024

Jessica Garlewicz ;

Investigators studied whether fecal immunochemical test programs might be feasible options for improving colorectal cancer screening in areas with limited resources.

Investigators studied whether...

08/20/2024

Gastroenterology

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Low-Dose Aspirin and Prevention of Colorectal Cancer

08/14/2024

Jessica Garlewicz ;

Results of a new study showed that low-dose aspirin use is associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer.

Results of a new study showed...

08/14/2024

Gastroenterology

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FIT Screening Associated With Lower Risk of Death From CRC

08/06/2024

Jessica Garlewicz ;

Findings of a new study support the role of fecal immunochemical testing in reducing mortality from colorectal cancer, researchers report.

Findings of a new study support...

08/06/2024

Gastroenterology

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FDA Approves First Blood Test for Primary CRC Screening

07/30/2024

Rebecca Mashaw ;

Shield is the first blood test cleared for primary colorectal cancer screening that meets Medicare performance requirements.

Shield is the first blood test...

07/30/2024

Gastroenterology

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Ultraprocessed Food Linked to Elevated Risk of CRC

07/24/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

C olorectal cancer, colon cancer, and noncardia gastric cancer were found to be associated with high consumption of ultraprocessed foods, according to recent research.

C olorectal cancer, colon...

07/24/2024

Gastroenterology

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Colorectal Cancer Risk Higher Among Patients WIth PSC, With or Without IBD

07/24/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Extended screening and surveillance are recommended for all patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis, but those with comorbid inflammatory bowel disease are at highest risk.

Extended screening and...

07/24/2024

Gastroenterology