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Methylated DNA markers hold promise for Lynch syndrome
Methylated DNA markers (MDMs) have several advantages that are helpful for Lynch syndrome.
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Fecal transplanting effective in ulcerative colitis
A technique that is used to treat C. difficile infection reduced symptoms of ulcerative colitis and healed the digestive tract lining.
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Race predicts poor outcomes in people with liver cancer
Race was the strongest predictor of outcome in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma.
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Fecal bacteria plus FIT promising in diagnosis of colorectal cancer
SAN DIEGO – Researchers have identified a panel of four fecal bacteria that appear to identify colorectal cancer early.
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Tacrolimus worsens IBD post liver transplant for primary sclerosing cholangitis
SAN DIEGO – Recurrent PSC, prolonged use of steroids, and development of cancer after liver transplant were associated with a milder course of IBD...
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Acid suppression appears to prevent cancer in Barrett’s esophagus
A large study suggests that use of PPIs and H2RAs reduces the risk of progressing to cancer in patients with Barrett’s esophagus.
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Bile salts may be biomarker for recurrent C. difficile infection
First in-human evidence suggests that bile salts may be a biomarker for recurrent C. difficile infection.
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Mirtazapine improved functional dyspepsia, psychological distress
A 15-mg daily dose of mirtazapine controlled comorbid functional dyspepsia and psychological distress more effectively than placebo.
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Endocuff safely cut nearly 1 minute off colonoscopy time
A disposable Endocuff cut colonoscopic withdrawal times by nearly a minute and slightly improved polyp detection.
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Obesity is diverticula risk factor in women, not men
Obesity is associated with diverticula in women, not men, and a low-fiber diet is not a risk factor.