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AGA publishes CPU for AI in colon polyp diagnosis and management
“We predict an AI suite of tools for colonoscopy will seem indispensable, as a powerful adjunct to support safe and efficient clinical practice,”...
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Even a short course of opioids could jeopardize IBD patient health
The study findings amplify the safety signal from previous inpatient studies showing that even a short course of opioids may increase risks of...
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Microsimulation model identifies 4-year window for pancreatic cancer screening
Study highlights a window of opportunity for pancreatic cancer screening suggesting current surveillance guidelines be re-evaluated.
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Many preoperative EAC biopsies fail to predict true tumor grade, leading to unnecessary esophagectomy
“The accuracy of tumor grade esophageal adenocarcinoma on preprocedural biopsies is suboptimal and should not be depended upon solely to make...
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Report cards, additional observer improve adenoma detection rate
“We found that benchmarking individual endoscopists against their peers was important for improving ADR performance because this was the common...
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Nano drug delivery could overcome toxicity in HCC to enable safer, more effective therapy
Ongoing advancements in nanotechnology may play a vital role in overcoming challenges associated with treating HCC.
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Neutrophils may offer therapeutic target for Wilson’s disease
Also called progressive hepatolenticular degeneration, Wilson’s disease is an inherited nervous system disorder that can occur as a result of...
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Two-thirds with microscopic colitis respond to bile acid sequestrants
Treatment may resolve chronic diarrhea in some patients with microscopic colitis.
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Low-certainty evidence supports probiotics for IBS
Some combinations of probiotics or strains may be beneficial in IBS, but the evidence for efficacy is poor.
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AGA aims to increase awareness of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) is frequently underdiagnosed. AGA CPU advises on the epidemiology, evaluation, and management of EPI.
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AGA issues CPU for CRC screening, postpolypectomy surveillance
CPU addresses how individuals should be risk stratified for CRC screening and postpolypectomy surveillance.
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Solid therapeutic hierarchy for eosinophilic esophagitis still unclear
Meta-analysis supports efficacy of most treatments for EoE, but with some limitations.
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Rectal cancer risk is markedly higher at 10 years post colectomy
Study findings suggest that more intensive long-term surveillance is needed for colectomized patients with IBD.
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AGA CPU: Essentials to prevent complications with ostomies
Multidisciplinary coordination is imperative to prevent hospital readmissions and improve quality of life for patients.
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AGA CPU focuses on noninvasive tests in patients with NAFLD
Noninvasive tests in GI have the potential to improve the detection of advanced fibrosis.