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Estrogen Hormone Therapy May Raise Risk of Reflux: Study
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The results of a Swedish population-based twin study provide evidence that postmenopausal estrogen hormone therapy (HT) increases the risk of gastroesophageal reflux symptoms, independent of heredity, body weight, and tobacco use. Reuters Health Information
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New Approach Effective for Treating Sigmoid Volvulus
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Resection and primary anastomosis (RPA) with modified blow-hole colostomy is effective for correcting sigmoid volvulus, according to a report in the September World Journal of Gastroenterology. Reuters Health Information
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Canadian Study Links Appendicitis to High Levels of Air Pollution
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High levels of air pollution may increase the risk of adult-onset appendicitis, according to results of a study conducted in Canada and reported this week at the 73rd annual scientific meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology in Orlando, Florida. Reuters Health Information
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