Steven Herrine, MD, discusses important clinical concepts regarding complications of cirrhosis, including variceal bleeding and ascites, as framed by key data presented at AASLD 2007. Medscape Gastroenterology
Kris V. Kowdley, MD, FACP, provides insight into the latest trends in the treatment of hepatitis B, as framed by data presented at AASLD 2007. Medscape Gastroenterology
Tram T. Tran, MD, provides insight into the latest trends in the treatment of hepatitis C, as framed by data presented at AASLD 2007. Medscape Gastroenterology
Even though Medicare covers colorectal cancer screening tests, just one in four eligible beneficiaries are currently being screened, new research shows. Reuters Health Information
Recent developments in the identification of serum biomarkers may aid in the early detection of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network
The cumulative incidence of chronic constipation over more than a decade was almost one in six. Are there populations where it is more pronounced? Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics
Cryptosporidium parvum infection is associated with the development of colon adenocarcinoma in a mouse model of immunosuppression, according to a report in the November 21st issue of Infectious Agents and Cancer. Reuters Health Information
For palliation of malignant esophageal dysphagia, metal and plastic self-expandable stents provide similar results, although the latter are associated with more complications, particularly late stent migration, new research shows. Reuters Health Information
Oral minocycline prophylaxis decreases the severity of the acne-like eruption that affects many patients being treated for metastatic colorectal carcinoma with the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitor cetuximab, according to a report in the December 1st issue of the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Reuters Health Information
The combination of capecitabine, oxaliplatin, and irinotecan represents a feasible and active regimen for the first-line treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer. Annals of Oncology
