Search results for "Gastroenterology"
Long-term view for chronic pancreatitis
Unlike acute cases of pancreatitis, chronic cases present with varying degrees and types of pain, and without other clinical indicators such as calcification or damage to pancreatic ducts. It's best to refer to a gastroenterologist early to clarify the diagnosis, so the internist can better manage the patient.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/01/pancreatitis.htm
1 Jan 2014
MKSAP Quiz: 2-month history of diarrhea
A 30-year-old woman is evaluated for a 2-month history of diarrhea with three to five loose stools per day. She has mild abdominal cramps, bloating, intermittent nausea, and mild anorexia that has resulted in the loss of 2.3 kg (5.0 lb). She has had no fever or blood in the stool. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/07/03/3.htm
3 Jul 2018
MKSAP Quiz: Abdominal pain for several months
A 56-year-old man is evaluated for right-upper-quadrant abdominal pain of several months' duration. He otherwise has been well. Following a physical exam, lab studies, and other tests, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/02/01/4.htm
1 Feb 2022
Obituary
ACP recognizes former College officials who have passed.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/11/obituary.htm
1 Nov 2015
MKSAP Quiz: Surveillance ultrasound for hepatocellular carcinoma
A 57-year-old man is evaluated during a routine examination. His medical history is notable for chronic hepatitis C infection with cirrhosis, which was diagnosed 3 years ago. He undergoes surveillance ultrasound for hepatocellular carcinoma every 6 months. Following a physical exam and ultrasound that reveals three new liver masses, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/12/19/3.htm
19 Dec 2017
Gastroenterologists face consequences of obesity epidemic
Obesity seemed to be the topic on everyone's lips at the annual scientific meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology in October.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/01/obesity.htm
1 Jan 2008
MKSAP quiz: Follow-up for hepatitis B
A 25-year-old man is evaluated in follow-up after recently testing positive for hepatitis B surface antigen. He underwent testing as part of the immigration process from Somalia. Two other siblings also have hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. Following a physical exam, lab studies, and ultrasound, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/09/19/3.htm
19 Sep 2017
Gluten not a bread-and-butter diagnosis
Internists have to sort through the symptoms of gluten sensitivity to confirm a diagnosis. Excluding celiac disease and wheat allergy is essential, as is managing the patient's expectations and lifestyle.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/09/gluten.htm
1 Sep 2014
HCV treatment by NPs, PCPs appears safe, effective as that provided by subspecialists
Reversing restrictions that limit prescribing of direct-acting antivirals might allow rapid escalation of safe, effective therapy for hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and could improve the care of patients, study authors noted.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/08/08/2.htm
8 Aug 2017
Working to bridge medicine's stubborn gender wage gap
Women now outnumber men in U.S. medical schools, but after training, they can expect to earn significantly less.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/09/working-to-bridge-medicines-stubborn-gender-wage-gap.htm
1 Sep 2022