ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium, Jan. 21-23
The ASCO 2016 Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium The American Society of Clinical Oncology's 12th annual Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium was held from Jan. 21 to...
Curcumin Cuts Acetaminophen-Induced Hepatotoxicity in Mice
Protective effect of curcumin linked to attenuation of mitochondrial dysfunction
CDC: Increasing Rate of Gastroschisis Seen in U.S.
Largest estimated increase over the 18 year period observed for young, non-Hispanic black mothers
Patient Satisfaction With Doctors May Be on the Rise
Physician's expertise, time spent in exam room, and online access to info were key factors in trend
CDX2-Negative Colon Cancer May Need More Tx Post Surgery
Patients with CDX2-negative tumors more likely to benefit from chemo in addition to surgery
Eluxadoline Eases Pain and Diarrhea for Some With IBS
Medication was approved recently by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Rectal Cancer Surgery Best at 56 Days Post Chemo/Radiation
Patients who had procedure eight weeks after chemo and radiation therapy had best survival rates
Frailty Ups Mortality Risk After Surgery in Seniors
Risk for death one year after major surgery significantly higher for frail patients
Pre-Op Fasting Times Often Exceed Guidelines in Cirrhosis
But eating breakfast on day of procedure is associated with a reduction in fasting time
ASCO: New Regimen Effective for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer
Similar effectiveness but less toxicity for short-course radiation followed by chemotherapy
