Dr. Lashner discusses issues in CRC chemoprevention in UC; Dr. Velayos explores strategies in management of quiescent UC; and Drs. Leung and Hanauer review the literature on colorectal cancer in UC. Medscape Gastroenterology
New recommendations by the American College of Physicians to offset the potential adverse effects of pay-for-performance programs center on redirecting the focus to the patient. Medscape Medical News
A proinflammatory protein secreted by granulocytes can help to differentiate inflammatory bowel disease from irritable bowel syndrome, according to German researchers. Reuters Health Information
Because symptoms of acute coronary syndrome in women differ from those in men, a review suggests that women are significantly less likely than men to report chest pain or discomfort. Medscape Medical News
A new randomized trial shows patients in the intensive care unit fare better with less delirium and coma, have better sedation, and show lower mortality when receiving dexmedetomidine vs lorazepam. Medscape Medical News
45% of women with BPD relapse when pregnant. What medications lead to the best maternal and neonatal outcomes? What is best for maintenance? Find out about perinatal and postpartum treatment plans. Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health
The FDA has approved first-time generic formulations for granisetron hydrochloride injectable in 0.1 mg/mL strength, indocyanine green injectable in 25 mg/vial strength, and estradiol valerate injectable in 10 mg/mL strength. Medscape Medical News
The addition of doxycycline -- an inexpensive and safe antibiotic -- to standard therapy with interferon beta-1a is showing promise in patients with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis. Medscape Medical News
