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Harms of FIT screening outweigh benefits for those with no history of fecal hemoglobin
Individuals with no detectable hemoglobin in previously negative fecal immunochemical tests had a “significantly higher” harm-to-benefit ratio for screening, with researchers suggesting less intensive screening for this population.
Hepatocellular carcinoma survival data highlight importance of early detection
Survival for people with hepatocellular carcinoma has improved over the last decade, according to study results.
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Predicting the future of GI with Brad Stillman
In this podcast episode, Brad Stillman, executive director at American College of Gastroenterology, discusses adapting with the GI landscape to prevent physician burnout, the role organizations play in ensuring physicians have the right tools to aid patients and more.
Liver-related mortality increased nearly 20% after COVID-19 pandemic, varied by state
Rates of liver-related mortality increased by 19.1% from 2018 to 2021 and varied “several-fold” between states, underscoring the need for improved access to liver transplantation regardless of location, according to researchers.
CDC: 1 dead in multistate E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders
One person has died and 10 have been hospitalized in a multistate outbreak of Escherichia coli infections linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, the CDC said Tuesday.
FDA expands approval of Stelara biosimilar Selarsdi to include UC, Crohn’s disease
The FDA approved the Stelara biosimilar, Selarsdi, as a 130 mg/26 mL single-dose IV infusion for adult patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, Alvotech and Teva Pharmaceuticals announced in a press release.
Similar rates of FIT completion support commencing colorectal cancer screening at age 45
Similar rates of fecal immunochemical test completion and colonoscopy yields among patients aged 45 to 49 vs. 50 years supported updated guidelines which recommend the initiation of colorectal cancer screening at an earlier age.
Speaker: ChatGPT is a forward-thinking path toward curbing clinician burnout
Necessary changes within the health care system will only arise when workers are allowed more time and space personally and professionally, with ChatGPT the method by which this transformation can occur, according to Robert Pearl, MD.
Anti-HDV positive individuals at ‘significantly higher risk’ for cirrhosis, HCC
Patients who tested positive for hepatitis D virus antibodies were at greater risk for developing hepatocellular carcinoma and other adverse liver-related outcomes, often at a young age, according to study results.
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