Gastroenterology
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CRC screening disparities greatest among those under 55
Despite improvements in the proportion of people screened since 2000, disparities remain particularly high for younger adults and those with fewer...
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Impact of eliminating cost-sharing on follow-up colonoscopy mixed
Eliminating cost-sharing of follow up colonoscopy after a positive noninvasive test led to a boost in follow-up colonoscopies in one state, but...
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No more ‘escape hatch’: Post Roe, new worries about meds linked to birth defects
Physicians fear that women won’t get the best treatments or will face dangerous risks.
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Acute hepatitis cases in children show declining trend; adenovirus, COVID-19 remain key leads
Adenovirus remains the most commonly detected virus in acute hepatitis in children, found in 53% of cases overall.
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CDC releases new details on mysterious hepatitis in children
The findings suggest that there may be many different causes behind these severe hepatitis cases, the authors wrote, and it is estimated that...
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Artificial intelligence colonoscopy system shows promise
A new artificial intelligence colonoscopy system improved the accuracy of experienced endoscopists in the United States.
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Are pain meds the only option for chronic pain in cirrhosis?
An emphasis on nonpharmacologic approaches, such as diet and psychological interventions, can sometimes handle even less familiar sources of pain...
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Common endoscopic procedure needs quality improvement
Lack of training and standardized reporting can lead to suboptimal treatment and follow-up for patients.
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AGA issues position statements on reducing CRC burden
Some changes are already underway, but it will “take a village” to get to 80% screening rates, including national resources and approaches.
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At-home colorectal cancer testing and follow-up vary by ethnicity
Researchers examined disparities by patient ethnicity in colorectal cancer test ordering by physicians and follow-up colonoscopy rates.