Half of Americans Have at Least One Chronic Health Condition
Medical conditions, mental illness, and substance abuse problems often overlap
Acute Hepatitis Described With Excessive Energy Drink Intake
Patient reported drinking four to five energy drinks per day for three weeks before admission
October 2016 Briefing – Gastroenterology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Gastroenterology for October 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
Review: Colon Capsule Endoscopy Accurate in Polyp Detection
Second-generation CCE has high sensitivity and specificity for polyps >6 mm and >10 mm
Few Changes in Employer-Sponsored Insurance 2013-2014
Only 3.5 percent of employers dropped coverage and 1.1 percent added coverage from 2013 to 2014
Timely Antibiotic Administration Cuts Death in Cirrhosis, UGIB
30 percent reduction in 30-day mortality for patients with cirrhosis, upper gastrointestinal bleeding
Useful Tips Offered for Addressing Negative Patient Reviews
Doctors should respond quickly, validate patient complaints, demonstrate willingness to take action
Epithelial Thickness Is Marker for Gastroesophageal Reflux
Epithelial thickness is best performing criterion for GERD diagnosis in patients with upper GI symptoms
Review: Reduced Risk of Death for Left-Sided Colon Cancer
Significantly reduced risk of death, independent of confounding variables, including stage, race, chemo
Advantages of FIT As CRC Screening Method Discussed
FIT has several advantages over gFOBT, but practical concerns should be considered