Search results for "Gastroenterology"
Functional gut disorders become clearer as models emerge
One major finding is that irritable bowel syndrome and functional dyspepsia are connected.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/01/functional-gut-disorders-become-clearer-as-models-emerge.htm
1 Jan 2019
Colorectal screening methods debated
The prevention successes achieved by colorectal cancer screening have been well documented, but the debate persists regarding to what extent should doctors insist on colonoscopy, rather than allowing patients to select a method that they are more likely to consistently follow.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/06/colorectal.htm
1 Jun 2016
MKSAP Quiz: 3-month history of GI bloating and discomfort
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 64-year-old man with a 3-month history of gastrointestinal bloating and mid-epigastric discomfort.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/08/02/3.htm
2 Aug 2011
Men, women present differently for their reflux symptoms
Significant differences exist between how men and women experience symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux, and consequently, how they might present their diseases to their physicians.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/10/25/5.htm
25 Oct 2011
MKSAP Quiz: progressive dysphagia for solids and liquids
Gait speed associated with survival in older adultsSystolic blood pressure variability predicts stroke risk
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/01/11/3.htm
11 Jan 2011
Long-term PPIs after H. pylori triple therapy associated with doubled stomach cancer risk
An observational study drew no firm conclusions about cause and effect, and proton-pump inhibitors are still generally considered safe.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/11/07/2.htm
7 Nov 2017
Colonoscopy may be more frequent than recommended in Medicare patients
Medicare patients may be receiving colonoscopies more frequently than recommended by guidelines, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/05/17/6.htm
17 May 2011
Safety nets catch at-risk patients
Brigham and Women's Hospital has seen positive results from creating ambulatory safety nets for patients at risk for cancer.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/01/safety-nets-catch-at-risk-patients.htm
1 Jan 2020
Consider the hepatic benefits of coffee
A reader considers drinking coffee and its potential preventive effect for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/07/consider-the-hepatic-benefits-of-coffee.htm
1 Jul 2021
After splenectomy, clots join infection as potential risks
Fewer splenectomies are being done, but thromboembolic disease afterward is now more recognized and therefore being diagnosed more frequently.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/04/splenectomy.htm
1 Apr 2017