GI Oncology
From the AGA Journals
Hemostatic powder superior in controlling tumor bleeding
Standard endoscopic interventions resulted in lower rates of immediate hemostasis and more rebleeds.
From the Journals
‘Game changer’ data for vitamin D in digestive tract cancers
In the p53-immunoreactive subgroup, daily vitamin D supplementation reduced the risk of relapse or death by 73%.
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Research supports CRC screening at age 45
Despite widespread agreement about screening for CRC at age 45, the ACP issues a new guidance bumping the age up to 50 years.
From the AGA Journals
Simpler method of adenoma detection rate might be possible, study suggests
Study supports a more pragmatic, less intensive way to measure ADR.
Perspectives
Surveillance colonoscopy: When and how to stop
There is an ongoing debate about whether older adults should undergo CRC screening.
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Genetic counseling enhances patient empowerment in familial colorectal cancer
Genetic counseling also led to significant improvement in anxiety, depression, and emotional distress.
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Offering blood test ups CRC screening for people who first declined colonoscopy, FIT
But a positive result doesn’t always lead to a timely colonoscopy.
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Should race and ethnicity be used in CRC recurrence risk algorithms?
Removing race from clinical risk predictions could lead to higher racial bias in model accuracy and less accurate estimation of risk in some...
From the AGA Journals
Mucosal exposure device boosts AI-assisted detection of adenomas
Using the mucosal exposure device increased adenoma detection rate by 12% without impacting safety or withdrawal time.
From the AGA Journals
Race and ethnicity loom large in CRC screening
Disparities can be seen in everything from choice of test to bowel prep, according to a review.