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Cell-Free DNA Blood Test Developed for Detecting Colorectal Cancer
The cfDNA blood test had 83% sensitivity for CRC, 90% specificity for advanced neoplasia, and 13% sensitivity for advanced precancerous lesions....
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No-Biopsy Approach to Celiac Disease Diagnosis Appears Effective for Select Adult Patients
The no-biopsy approach remains controversial for diagnosing adult patients.
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Mood Interventions May Reduce IBD Inflammation
Psychological therapies had the best outcomes related to IBD inflammation, compared with antidepressants or exercise.
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Most Americans Believe Bariatric Surgery Is Shortcut, Should Be ‘Last Resort’: Survey
Largely because of stigma, only 1% of those who are clinically eligible end up undergoing weight loss surgery, even with advancements in...
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New Guideline Offers Recommendations for Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease
The guidelines note the importance of policy aimed at alcohol use reduction, multidisciplinary care for alcohol use disorder and alcohol-...
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Colorectal Cancer Risk Increasing Across Successive Birth Cohorts
Birth cohort colorectal cancer is a concept that allows people to think of their CRC risk according to their birth cohort in addition to age.
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Smoking Associated With Increased Risk for Hair Loss Among Men
Smoking generally has been accepted as a risk factor for the development and progression of AGA, but evidence on this association has been...
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AI Shows Potential for Detecting Mucosal Healing in Ulcerative Colitis
AI has the potential to help standardize the assessment of mucosal healing in patients with ulcerative colitis.
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GLP-1 RAs Associated With Reduced Colorectal Cancer Risk in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
More profound effects were seen in patients with overweight or obesity, “suggesting a potential protective effect against CRC partially mediated...
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Exercise plan cost-effective in post-stroke cognitive rehab
"This study provides initial data that suggests multicomponent exercise may be a cost-effective solution for combating cognitive decline among...
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Small-volume blood sample tubes may reduce anemia and transfusions in intensive care
“Here’s an opportunity to move the needle on reducing anemia in hospitalized patients, where the benefit also doesn’t come at a cost.”
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Pharmacogenomic testing for antidepressants could save time, money
The model found that patients who underwent pharmacogenomic testing spent 15% more time in the “well” state without depression symptoms.
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Joint symposium addresses exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
EPI is challenging to define complicated by limitations in diagnostic testing.
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Antibiotic pretreatment reduces liver ischemia/reperfusion injury
Therapies that target macrophage metabolism could serve as potential treatment options.
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Patients with IBD express need for psychosocial support
AGA launches My IBD Life campaign to support patients with IBD and encourage providers to play a role.