GI Oncology
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AI-assisted colonoscopy cuts adenoma miss rate in half
The artificial intelligence-based computer-aided detection system was particularly adept at detecting small and subtle lesions.
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Registry data support lowering CRC screening age to 45
Existing research gaps on the rates of younger-onset colorectal neoplasia need to be addressed to support these recommendations.
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Can green tea extract protect against colorectal adenomas?
Green tea extract taken over 3 years was well tolerated but had no significant effects, according to the results of a large randomized controlled...
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RFA has long-lasting protective effects in esophageal cancer
A 10-year report from the United Kingdom shows the benefits are durable for patients with Barrett’s esophagus.
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AGA Clinical Practice Update: Commentary on noninvasive CRC screening
How to tailor screening based on CRC risk, and how to be sure screening is effective.
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AGA Clinical Practice Guidelines: Systemic HCC therapy
New therapies offer plenty of options, but evidence is sparse.
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Increase in late-stage cancer diagnoses after pandemic
“Patients who have delayed preventative care during the pandemic should be encouraged to resume treatment as soon as possible.”
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Improved follow-up needed to find late-stage pancreatic cancers
Factors associated with detecting late-stage pancreatic ductal adenocarcinomas during this follow-up are hard to pin down.
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Spanish-speaking navigators show Hispanic patients path to CRC screening
An outreach effort in Rhode Island boosted rates of colonoscopy well above the national benchmark.
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Primer message boosts colorectal cancer screening rates
Sending adults an electronic notification prior to mailing a fecal immunochemical test improves rates of test completion.