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Colonoscopy and Colorectal Cancer Protection
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Douglas K. Rex, MD, FACG, discusses the latest trends and recommendations regarding screening and surveillance in colorectal cancer, as based on data presented at DDW 2008.
Medscape Gastroenterology
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Lubiprostone Aids Pre-Colonoscopy Bowel Cleansing
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Single dose lubiprostone is well tolerated as part of colonoscopy preparation and improves colonic mucosa visualization during the procedure, Texas-based researchers report in the September issue of the American Journal of Gastroenterology. Reuters Health Information
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OSA Linked to Elevated Aminotransferase Levels in Obese Snoring Children
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In obese children who snore, obstructive sleep apnea is associated with a marked increase in the risk of fatty liver disease, according to findings published in the January issue of Chest. Effective obstructive sleep apnea treatment is associated with significant improvements in liver enzyme levels in the majority of these patients. Reuters Health Information
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Proton Pump Inhibitor Prevents GI Bleeding Due to Anticoagulant Prophylaxis
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The incidence of gastrointestinal bleeding is elevated during short-term combination drug therapy for the management of acute coronary syndrome, but concurrent treatment with a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) can significantly reduce the risk, according to a study conducted in Hong Kong. Reuters Health Information
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