Polyp

The FDA granted 510(k) clearance to Iterative Scopes, in association with Provation, for its computer-aided polyp detection device for adults undergoing colorectal cancer screening, according to a press release.

Sessile serrated polyp detection rate was the only quality metric reduced when trainees participated in colonoscopy, highlighting the importance of careful examination of the right colon when trainees are present, according to new data.

Improving proximal serrated polyp detection rate, along with adenoma detection rate, may increase colonoscopy effectiveness and reduce incidence of interval post-procedure colorectal cancer, according to new research.

The most common type of cancer in humans is carcinoma.

The FDA has granted investigational device exemption to medical diagnostics company Check-Cap for a two-part pivotal study to evaluate C-Scan, a new screening test that detects precancerous polyps.

Increased incidence of early-onset colorectal cancer and precancerous polyp diagnoses among patients at a younger age supported the recommendation for CRC screening at age 45 for all average risk individuals, according to a study.

Polypectomy entails a “higher risk” with factors such as polyp, patient and physician characteristics as well as polyp indication influencing procedure outcomes, according to a speaker.

A low-FODMAP diet tailored for short- or long-term use improved symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome-diarrhea, according to a recent study. It was the top story in gastroenterology last week.

Researchers reported that Optivista image-enhancing endoscopy should be the preferred modality for optical diagnosis of colorectal polyps. It was the top story in gastroenterology last week.

The top stories in gastroenterology last week were based on data presented during the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting.