From the AGA Journals
From the AGA Journals
Low-risk adenomas may not elevate risk of CRC-related death
The authors of the meta-analysis suggested that the screening interval for patients with LRAs be 10 years to match recommendations for patients...
From the AGA Journals
Surveillance endoscopy in Barrett’s may perform better than expected
In a low dysplasia prevalence setting, basic techniques such as careful white light inspection along with targeted and Seattle protocol biopsies...
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Liver stiffness predicts hepatic events in NAFLD
This international, retrospective study looked at associations between outcomes and both baseline measurements of liver stiffness and changes over...
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Mitochondrial DNA variant increases gallstone risk
The investigators looked for patterns specifically in DNA variants in mitochondria because of their relationship with key parts of gallstone...
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PPIs improve functional dyspepsia via anti-inflammatory effects
Symptom improvement is not based on barrier-protective or acid-suppressive effects, but rather effects on eosinophils and mast cells, according to...
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Automated software accurately generates ERCP quality reports
Variance in indications, potential outcomes of a complex procedure, and variability in physician report documentation make quality improvement...
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AGA Clinical Practice Update: Palliative care management in cirrhosis
Palliative care has been shown to improve quality of life, end-of-life care, and health care costs, so more guidance for it in cirrhosis is needed...
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AGA Clinical Practice Update: Eradication strategies for H. pylori infection
H. pylori infection is the most common cause of gastric cancer, but eradication can be challenging - and not just because of rising antimicrobial...
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Combo testing improves CRC screening participation, but not advanced disease detection
The relatively low rates of diagnostic colonoscopy after positive FIT of 70%-73% may have contributed to the suboptimal diagnostic yield.
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Nanoparticle encapsulation may unlock HCC therapy
The investigators turned to nanoparticles, which accumulate in tumor tissue more than healthy tissue, thereby limiting off-target toxicity.